MATO JOSELU NEWS

Nets in game-winner Joselu scored one goal to go with five shots (one on target) and one cross (one accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Valladolid.

Impact Joselu was the hero in the match by netting in his seventh goal of the season to give Espanyol the victory on Sunday. He has been on a scoring tear of late with five goals in the last five matches. The 32-year-old never fails to take his opportunities in front of the net by bringing his average shots per game to 3.4 (1.4 on target). He will look to keep this momentum going with a trip to Osasuna on Thursday, who have allowed eight goals in the last eight matches.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records two goals Joselu scored two goals during a 2-2 draw against Cadiz on Sunday.

Impact Joselu logged the two goals using an accurate cross by Brian Olivan and a setup pass from Eduardo Exposito. The striker improved his 2022-23 La Liga goal tally to six across eight appearances. Currently, he is Espanyol's most reliable fantasy option.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Joselu scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-2 tie to Valencia.

Impact Joselu scored Espanyol's first goal of the match with a brilliant curling shot into the net. He has been picking up the pace lately with his second goal in three matches. The German forward also loves to take his opportunities in front of the net with a total of four goals on 23 shots (nine on target) this season so far.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in loss Joselu took four shots (two on goal) and drew six fouls during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Real Soceidad.

Impact Joselu has scored in every other start since opening the season and kept on schedule following a scoreless effort Sunday. This isn't a pattern that's likely to last forever but it's still notable in short spurts. While Martin Braithwaite offers a better strike partner, it's still Joselu will take on most of the scoring burden each week.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in loss Joselu put three shots off target during Friday's 2-0 loss to Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Joselu had scored in the opener against Celta Vigo but a tough defensive opponent held him without a shot on target, even after Florian Lejeune was sent off. In a team that's still a work in progress and lacking major creative support, Joselu finds himself in a similar situation to his recent stint at Deportivo Alaves, in which he scored at least 11 goals in three straight seasons before their relegation. Should he match those efforts in a team that's definitely better, Joselu will remain a consistent option in the right matchups.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Joselu finished a goal on one shot (one on target) during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Celta Vigo.

Impact Joselu scored his first goal in his first game for the Espanyol squad. After starting 35 matches in 2021 and recording 14 goals and four assists, the forward is already proving to be an important addition to the starting XI in the 2022 campaign.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Espanyol Joselu has signed a three-year contract with Espanyol after transferring from Alaves, the club announced Monday.

Impact Joselu tallied 36 goals and 11 assists in 113 appearances in all competitions during his three seasons with Alaves, including a personal record 14 La Liga goals in 2021/22 as the club suffered relegation. But the 32-year-old is staying in the first division as he moves to Espanyol, where he can partner with the prolific Raul de Tomas in a front-two.

JUNE 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses finale Joselu didn't play in the season-ending loss to Cadiz.

Impact Joselu scored 14 times and added four assists in the best of his three seasons with Alaves before the club suffered relegation to the second tier. It would come as little surprise if he finds his way to a new La Liga club by the coming campaign.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in loss Joselu scored one goal from four shots and sent in one inaccurate cross in Sunday's 3-1 loss at Levante.

Impact Joselu scored in the 36th minute to give them the early lead, but they couldn't hold it and conceded three times in the second half. With his side now relegated to the second league, the forward will look to end the season on a higher note against Cadiz on Sunday.

MAY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Second assist in three games Joselu had one assist, two shots on target, four shots off target and one shot blocked in Alaves's 2-1 victory over Espanyol on Wednesday.

Impact Joselu chalked up his second assist in three games. Alaves's top scorer has lost his early season form. The regular starter has scored 13 goals and had four assists but has only scored once in the last 12 games.

MAY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fires two shots Joselu took two shots (one on goal) and crossed twice inaccurately during Saturday's 4-0 loss to Celta Vigo.

Impact Joselu was held off the scoresheet but wasn't alone as Alaves were shutout on Saturday. The forward's two crosses were the third most on the team while his two shots led Alaves in the loss.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Joselu made an assist, had two shots on goal and created three chances during Saturday's 2-1 win over Villarreal.

Impact Joselu assisted Victor Laguardia for the opening goal with just four minutes into the match and then had a nice performance during the rest of the way, being involved in many other dangerous plays. With 13 goals and three assists over 34 appearances this season, the forward will try to keep adding to his tally during next Saturday's visit to Celta Vigo.

MAY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in loss Joselu took three shots (two on goal) and provided five inaccurate crosses during Tuesday's 2-1 loss to Mallorca.

Impact Joselu had scored in the previous round against Rayo Vallecano but was unable to find the net despite a decent performance Tuesday. His side are now mired at the foot of the table and will next face Villarreal, which have conceded the fourth-fewest goals in La Liga.

APRIL 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Vallecano Joselu scored a goal in a 1-0 win against Rayo Vallecano on Saturday.

Impact Joselu had a good game for the winning side. The 32-year-old scored the team's only goal in the match which was his 13th in the league campaign. In total, Joselu had five shots and three were on target.

APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses PK in loss Joselu had three shots (two on target), but missed a penalty during Saturday's 3-2 loss against Granada.

Impact Joselu had another active performance up front, but committed a crucial mistake, missing a penalty kick when the match was still scoreless during the first half. Despite extending his scoreless streak to five games now, the forward is still having a very prolific season, with 12 goals and two assists over 27 La Liga appearances. Up next for him is Apr. 2 visit to Atletico Madrid.

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in loss Joselu took four shots (zero on goal) and created two chances during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Real Sociedad.

Impact Joselu is now scoreless in his last four matches and his side have recorded one draw and three losses in that time. While he has taken nine shots in his last two starts, both Joselu and his team are in desperate needs of his goals to avoid relegation. Up next is a key match on the lower stage of the table against Granada.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots in draw Joselu logged five shots (one on goal) during Friday's scoreless draw with Sevilla.

Impact Joselu has now gone scoreless in three straight matches but was much more active Friday. He'll have to keep up this level of activity if he's to break this streak against Real Sociedad, which have conceded the third-fewest goals to forwards in La Liga.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores another penalty Joselu scored one penalty goal from two shots (one on goal) and created three chances during Sunday's 2-1 win over Valencia.

Impact Joselu has scored in consecutive matches after failing to find the net in his previous three appearances. This is a good sign for him and his teammates, as his scoring drought coincided with a dangerous run of poor form that increases their chances of relegation and he's already steered them to another win. In the next match against Real Madrid, Joselu will have a tough opponent but remain the focal point of the attack.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss Joselu scored one goal from two shots (two on goal) in 54 minutes of Saturday's 3-1 loss to Elche.

Impact Joselu got back on the scoresheet after failing to find the net in three straight games, his longest streak of the season since mid-October. With his side in depressing form and still unable to take more from a match against Saturday's opponent, things aren't looking great for Joselu's service at the moment. Still, if he can use this goal to get back on track personally, he'll return to being one of the more reliable strikers in his league. Up next is a visit from Valencia, which have conceded the third-most goals in La Liga.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots against Barcelona Joselu took three shots and created a chance in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Barcelona. He also made four clearances and won two of three tackles in the match.

Impact Joselu was active in attack and helpful defensively on Sunday, but he wasn't accurate enough with his shooting to break into Barcelona's goal. He will hope to be more clinical after the international break against Elche, which have conceded 30 times in 22 La Liga matches this season.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs two shots in loss Joselu put two shots off target in 75 minutes of Tuesday's 4-0 loss to Real Betis.

Impact Joselu has failed to put any of his five shots on target over the last two matches, though this game came against an in-form Betis side that doesn't leave much room for mistakes. The schedule won't get any easier when Barcelona visit Sunday, as the Catalans have conceded three goals over their last three league matches.

JANUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in draw Joselu took three shots (zero on goal) and created two chances during Sunday's scoreless draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Joselu wasn't the only striker to struggle during a rainy match as only three shots were steered on target from either side. Given that he was still able to create some plays, this match may end up as a blip in his form, as he's still scored nine goals and provided two assists in his last 12 matches. During this streak, Joselu has never hone more than two matches in a row without scoring snd no more than one match without a contribution to a goal, whether by finding the net himself or by setting up a teammate.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores penalty in draw Joselu scored one penalty from six shots (two on goal) and created four chances during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Real Sociedad.

Impact Joselu remains on fire with seven goals and one assist over his last eight matches. His performances have been key in keeping Alaves floating in the relegation battle, though this type of scoring pace isn't often sustainable outside elite clubs and players. He'll also begin a tougher schedule in the next match against Athletic Club, which rank among the league's top defensive sides.

JANUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal, assist against Villarreal Joselu scored a goal and recorded an assist in Tuesday's 5-2 defeat against Villarreal. He also made two clearances and won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Joselu was integral to his side's brief comeback on Tuesday, setting up Pere Pons' goal just before halftime and then scoring the equalizer himself before his opponents ran away with the game in the final 15 minutes. Alaves are now winless in six La Liga games, and he will want to end that drought when his side returns from the winter break on Jan. 2 against Real Sociedad, which have conceded 20 goals in 18 matches this season.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot in loss Joselu took one shot (one on goal) and created one chance during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Joselu has failed to score in just two of the last six matches and both of those games have ended in defeat. He'll next face Villarreal, which are tied for the second-fewest goals conceded to forwards in La Liga.

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE