MATO JOSELU NEWS

Toni Kroos' Real Madrid teammates eager to send him into retirement, beat Germany

Toni Kroos will see the familiar faces of his Real Madrid teammates when Spain meets Germany. A defeat, and his career will be over.

JULY 3

Loan made permanent Joselu's loan to Real Madrid was made permanent, Espanyol announced.

Impact Joselu was brilliant on loan with Real Madrid, helping the club to Champions League glory once more. The striker is reportedly going to be making the move to Saudi Arabia from Real Madrid, so this loan becoming a permanent transfer is simply a prerequisite for that move.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

Super sub in first season Joselu recorded 15 starts in 34 La Liga appearances during his first season with Real Madrid.

Impact Joselu was a significant underdog when he signed with Real Madrid. He led the team to the UEFA Champions League finals with his brace in the second leg against Bayern Munich. Since joining the team on loan from the relegated side Espanyol, he recorded 10 La Liga goals with two assists, and five goals in the Champions League. The forward is expected to remain with the team, and his role is set to remain the same, despite a possible chance of Rodrygo joining him on the bench with the signing of Kylian Mbappe.

JUNE 6 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in start Joselu scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 4-4 draw against Villarreal.

Impact Joselu started Sunday and scored his 10th goal of the season. This is a very impressive feat, considering that the forward was mostly used off the bench for Real Madrid. He's also been playing on the pitch more often of late with four starts in the last seven appearances, scoring four times in all competitions.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Brace sends team to UCL Final Joselu scored two goals to go with two shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 2-1 victory over Bayern Munich.

Impact Joselu entered the fray for just the final nine minutes of the match Wednesday before scoring a late brace that would secure a 2-1 victory and send Real Madrid through to the Champions League final on an aggregate score of 4-3. Joselu has played a rotational role for Real Madrid in all competitions this campaign, but he has not let the number of minutes he has received dictate his form or production. Over 42 appearances in all competitions, Joselu has started just 15 times. Over those appearances, he's scored 14 goals and provided two assists.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Champions League: Real Madrid's late magic beats Bayern Munich, sends 14-time winners to the final

Real Madrid substitute Joselu scored two late goals to overturn a 1-0 deficit and beat Bayern Munich 2-1 in Wednesday's UEFA Champions Leagu...

MAY 8

Fires one in win Joselu scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 win against Cadiz.

Impact Joselu got the start for the team while logging a goal on the day. Though he was the back up to both Vinicius Junior and Rodrygo, he has been able to take advantage of his opportunities with nine goals in 32 appearances, 13 of them coming as starts.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in win Sunday Joselu (undisclosed) recorded no stats and played 18 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 2-0 win against Athletic.

Impact Joselu returned from a one-game absence and saw minutes in the dying stages of the second half, but he was unable to make an impact in his side's 2-0 win. Either way, he should remain a bench alternative in Real Madrid's attacking line.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Osasuna Joselu is not in the squad to face Osasuna on Saturday due to an injury.

Impact Joselu misses out at short notice after picking up an injury in the buildup. The forward hasn't started a match in March picking up just 34 minutes from the bench in two matches.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Gets minutes off bench Joselu recorded one clearance in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Valencia. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 99th minute.

Impact Joselu returns to the field after missing last match through injury. He's started two of the last, games, logging in three goals on 14 shots (five on targe) in that span.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

On bench to face Valencia Joselu (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Valencia.

Impact Joselu is already back in the team sheet following his one-match absence, having healed from a minor ankle issue. The forward will most likely remain on the bench for most of the club's matches from here on out, still earning time off the bench and getting starts here and there, as he has appeared in 25 league matches this season but only started in 10.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

On team sheet Joselu (ankle) is on the team sheet for Saturday's trip tp Valencia.

Impact Joselu looks to have recovered from his minor ankle injury after missing last match. With Jude Bellingham back and the forward pairing of Rodrygo and Vinicius Junior healthy, he will likely return to the bench, making 10 starts in 25 appearances during his first campaign with Real Madrid.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Ankle injury confirmed Joselu has been confirmed with a bone injury to his ankle and is set to remain out indefinitely.

Impact Joselu is set for time on the sidelines with an ankle injury. He has been a valuable bench option for the team with eight goals in 25 appearances, eight of them coming as starts. Rodrygo and Vinicius Junior is set to remain the forwards for Real Madrid, with Brahim Diaz also an option to come on as a forward in the event of any injuries.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal Joselu scored one goal to go with three shots (two on target) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Joselu got the start with Rodrygo getting the match to rest and scored the lone goal for the team during Sunday's draw. He continues to be a reliable option off the bench, now logging in eight goals and two assists in 25 La Liga appearances.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Two goals in victory Joselu scored two goals to go with six shots (three on target) and one chance created in Thursday's 2-0 victory against Getafe.

Impact Joselu had his best performance since joining the team, scoring the lone two goals during Thursday's win. He got the start with Rodrygo getting some rest with the Madrid derby coming up Sunday. Despite a bench option, the forward does have seven goals and two assists in 22 appearances, nine of them coming as starts.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Records brace Joselu scored two goals to go with six shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 3-2 win over Union Berlin.

Impact Joselu recorded his first brace for the team to get the win Tuesday. This was his eight goal in all competitions and his third in UCL play. In the last five matches, the forward las logged in three goals on 18 shots (four on target) in that span, three of them coming as starts.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for El Clasico Joselu (illness) is in the squad to face Barcelona on Saturday.

Impact Joselu reportedly felt a bit under the weather earlier this week, but the veteran striker has been deemed fit enough to face Barcelona in El Clasico. That said, Rodrygo and Vinicius Junior are expected to start, meaning Joselu will be a bench option at best.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Under the weather Joselu is dealing with the flu, forcing him to withdraw from the squad against Braga on Tuesday.

Impact Joselu wasn't named to the starting XI, so the change should have little impact on Tuesday's contest. Still, the forward has at least come off the bench in all 12 of his appearances this season in which he registered five goals on 35 shots (17 on target), two assists and 11 chances created. With Joselu unavailable, Brahim Diaz could be in line for more minutes.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Closes out scoring Saturday Joselu scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 4-0 victory versus Osasuna.

Impact Joselu played with his back to the goal and cooperated in creating spaces for players such as Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham. Still, he took advantage of a great through ball from the Brazilian to score Real Madrid's fourth goal. Joselu has seen plenty of minutes this season and has netted five goals in all competitions across his last eight games.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal, assists Joselu scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 win versus Girona.

Impact Joselu has now scored two goals with an assist in the last two matches at forward. He will continue to get the start up top as the new number nine for the team following the departure of Karim Benzema.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal Joselu scored one goal to go with seven shots (five on target) and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-0 win over Las Palmas.

Impact Joselu continues his hot start for the team, netting his third league goal of the season. He has been taking his opportunities in front of the net, recording 28 shots (13 on target) in the last five games.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records 11 shots Joselu registered a team-high 11 shots (three on target) in Wednesday's 1-0 win over Union Berlin.

Impact Joselu has been racking up shots since stepping into the starting XI for the club's last three contests. In those outings, the forward generated two goals on 20 shots (eight on target). With Vinicius Junior (hamstring) out indefinitely, Joselu should continue to lead the front line.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores again Joselu scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 win over Real Sociedad.

Impact Joselu has been on a role of late, scoring twice in the last two matches. He has been getting the start since Vinicius Junior (hamstring) went down on injury. If he keeps it up, the forward could remain in the lineup over either Rodrygo or Federico Valverde.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over Getafe Joselu scored a goal off five shots (three on target) and created one chance during Saturday's 2-1 win over Getafe.

Impact Joselu made his first start since joining Real Madrid and made most of the opportunity, scoring for the first time since joining the club. In the opening minutes of the second half, the striker was at the right place to benefit from a failed clearance from the opposing defense and sent the ball home to draw things level at 1-1. It's still uncertain when Vinicius Junior (hamstring) will return, so Joselu could keep starting after the international break.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets first assist with team Joselu assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 1-0 win against Celta Vigo.

Impact Joselu came on for Vinicius Junior, who left the match in the 18th minute with a hamstring injury, and got his first assist for the team. There is the chance that the forward could get the start against Getafe in the attack if Vinicius is not fit to play. With Espanyol last season, Joselu scored 16 goals to win the Bronze boot in La Liga.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE