Impact Costa returns after missing last week's match due to an undisclosed injury. The absence broke a streak of six straight starts for Costa as he returns immediately to the center of Villarreal's defense now that he's fit.
OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE
Back after one match out Costa (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Valladolid.
Fit to play Costa (undisclosed) is an option for Saturday's match against Valladolid, according to manager Marcelino Garcia Toral. "Costa seems to be available for the game."
Impact Costa looks to be back in the fold for the club, with the defender appearing to be an option for Saturday's match. This is great news for the club and player, as he is a crucial starter for the team. He did start in all but two matches before his injury and will look to reclaim the starting role in his return Saturday.
OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Getafe Costa (undisclosed) is not in the squad to face Getafe on Sunday.
Impact Costa misses out on Sunday's match after being a doubt in the buildup. The defender will hope to return in time for next week's match at Valladolid after starting six straight matches prior to Sunday's absence.
OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE
Game-time call for Sunday Costa (undisclosed) is considered doubtful for Sunday's game against Getafe, Javi Mata of Diario AS reports.
Impact It's unclear what kind of issue Costa is dealing with, but recent reports have indicated that the defender will be a game-time call for Sunday's clash. Costa has started at center-back in each of Villarreal's last six games, so losing him would be quite a blow, especially since Raul Albiol is dealing with a knock and Eric Bailly is uncertain to play after returning late from NT duty with Ivory Coast.
OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE
Scores in win Costa scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Mallorca.
Impact Costa notched his first goal of the season in the 27th minute as he scored with a powerful header that went off the post and into the back of the net. Defensively, he's been very active in his first two starts with his new club, registering 18 clearances.
SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE
Signs with Villarreal Costa signed with Villarreal from Toulouse, the club announced Thursday.
Impact Costa departs Toulouse after three seasons with the club, though only one as a starter. The defender was excellent in 2023/24, and should compete for immediate minutes in Spain. With Costa headed to Villarreal, Kevin Keben could step into a larger role in the Toulouse back line.
AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE
