LUCAS VAZQUEZ NEWS

Madrid's Benzema and Courtois not going to Club World Cup

Real Madrid will go to the Club World Cup without six injured players

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out six weeks with injury Vazquez (ankle) is set to miss around a month and a half with the ankle injury he suffered against Valencia in the Supercopa de Espana Wednesday, Marca reports.

Impact Vazquez is the backup to Dani Carvajal at right-back, but he still tends to get consistent playing time as he's tallied two goals and an assist across 13 La Liga and Champions League appearances (six starts) this season. But he is set to be sidelined until mid-February after suffering this ankle injury, meaning he might not be back in time for the UCL Round of 16 clashes against Liverpool.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off Wednesday Vazquez limped off during Wednesday's Super Cup clash with Valencia.

Impact Vazquez took a heavy tackle and immediately asked to be brought off limping. The defender was replaced by Dani Carvajal, who is the first choice right-back even when Vazquez is available. If Vazquez is ruled out for any length of time Carvajal would likely see major playing time in all competitions. Vazquez's first chance to return is a Jan. 22 trip to Athletic Club.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist off bench Vazquez logged one assist from one chance created in 26 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 5-1 win over Celtic.

Impact Vazquez has only started once in the last four matches but has scored once and logged one assist in that time. It's an unfortunate situation, but Dani Carvajal is always likely to be the first-choice right-back and the wingers are playing too well for Vazquez to replace them either.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal off bench Vazquez subbed into Saturday's match against Sevilla in the 77th minute and he scored a goal in the 3-1 victory.

Impact Vazquez scored the eventual winning goal on Saturday as he capped off a counter attack by finishing into an open net. It was his second goal of the season, though he still remains the backup to Dani Carvajal at right-back.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rüdiger rescues Madrid to secure spot in CL knockout stage

Antonio Rüdiger equalized in injury time to rescue a 1-1 draw for Real Madrid at Shakhtar Donetsk and secure a spot for the defending champions in the Champions League knockout sta...

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Available against Shakhtar Vazquez (thigh) made the squad list for Wednesday's UCL match against Shakhtar Donetsk.

Impact Vazquez comes back after missing almost a month with a thigh injury. Between the injury history of both Vazquez and Dani Carvajal, expect both to play frequently in a six weeks before the World Cup break starts in mid-November.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Vazquez (thigh) participated in Monday's training session ahead of Wednesday's UCL match against Shakhtar Donetsk.

Impact Vazquez has been out for much of the past month but could have enough time to return by Wednesday. When he's fit, it will be worth seeing whether Vazquez or Dani Carvajal will come out as the preferred starter at right-back. Whether one plays over the other, a busy month of October before the World Cup leaves time for both to play frequently.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still limited in training Vazquez (thigh) remains limited in Thursday's training session ahead of Sunday's match against Osasuna.

Impact Vazquez looks unlikely to be ready by Sunday judging by the progress he's made so far. When unavailable, Dani Carvajal should lock in as the starter at right-back after playing in both games in which Vazquez was already absent.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Finds net in win Vazquez scored one goal from three shots (two on goal) during Sunday's 2-1 win over Almeria.

Impact Vazquez scored the first league goal of his side's season as they open their title defense. He continues to impress whenever on the pitch and with Dani Carvajal unfit, Vazquez figures to continue as a starter for now.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench in UCL Final Vazquez was an unused substitute in Saturday's 1-0 Champions League Final victory against Liverpool.

Impact Vazquez tallied three goals in 37 combined appearances (23 starts) across La Liga and the Champions League this season, and the 30-year-old seems to have fully made the switch from the right wing to right back as a backup to Dani Carvajal. He didn't feature in Saturday's game, but he won his fourth UCL trophy with Real Madrid.

MAY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Vazquez scored one goal from one shot and won four-of-five tackles during Wednesday's 3-1 win over Osasuna.

Impact Vazquez has been exceptional of late with two goals and 11 tackles won over his last four matches (three starts). Even though Dani Carvajal played 120 minutes in the last UCL game against Chelsea, Vazquez should be in good enough form to overcome manager Carlo Ancelotti's notorious lack of rotation in key games. Up next is a good opportunity to test his theory against Manchester City in the UCL semifinal first leg.

APRIL 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Vazquez scored a goal off two shots (one on target), created three chances, sent in six crosses (one accurate), made two tackles (one won) and helped his side to keep a clean sheet...

Impact Vazquez was back in the starting XI with Dani Carvajal being rested and played the full 90 for the first time since December. The right back made most of the extended playing time on the offensive end, being involved in several dangerous plays, and was rewarded for his efforts in the 68th minute when he sealed the 2-0 win with a well-placed shot into the far post after a great combination with Rodrygo. This was only the second goal of the season for Vazquez, the first since October. Carvajal will probably be back for Tuesday's second leg of UCL quarterfinal against Chelsea, but Vazquez showed once more he's ready to contribute if his name is called.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in squad Vazquez (illness) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Vazquez is back in the team after missing out last week, but he's on the bench, something that could be the case going forward with Dani Carvajal back in the team. Vazquez has a lot of starts at right-back this season, but Carvajal is still the preferred option in that spot.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Withdrawn from squad late Vazquez (illness) was a late withdrawal from the squad before Sunday's clash with Granada, the club announced.

Impact Vazquez was withdrawn from the squad to a case of gastroenteritis. Vazquez wasn't in the starting XI, with Dani Carvajal getting the nod ahead of him. With a clutter Champions League schedule on the horizon Vazquez will hope to recover before a Saturday trip to Villarreal, to give manager Carlo Ancelotti as many rotational options as possible.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in draw Vazquez took two shots and created three chances in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Cadiz. He also made a clearance and won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Vazquez made his first appearance since the beginning of December on Sunday with Dani Carvajal (strain) out against Cadiz. He played well at right back without having to defend much, and he might get the start again versus Athletic on Wednesday, but he will return to the bench once Carvajal is fit again.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in win Vazquez created three chances and logged two crosses (one accurate) during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Shakhtar Donetsk.

Impact Vazquez has made two starts on the wing this season and both have come in UCL matches. With four chances created across those games, he's not played horribly, but it's not anything to find noteworthy either. Up next is a visit from Radamel Falcao and Rayo Vallecano, which are tied for the third-most goals scored in La Liga.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nets late Vazquez scored once on a single shot during Sunday's 2-1 win over Barcelona.

Impact Vazquez scored his first league goal of the season in another start at right-back. The defender has had limited value, and struggles to get forward frequently making him an unreliable fantasy option. Vazquez has a plus-matchup Wednesday, at home against Osasuna.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Vinícius double leads Real Madrid to 5-0 rout at Shakhtar

Vinícius Júnior has scored twice, including a wondrous solo goal, to lead Real Madrid to a 5-0 victory over Shakhtar Donetsk and put its Champions League campaign back on track

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Eight crosses in loss Vazquez sent in eight crosses (two accurate) during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Espanyol.

Impact Vazquez led the way in crosses even if he failed to get on the score sheet. The defender will likely stay in the starting XI in a variety of positions while Madrid deals with injuries. He is a solid option, but has a low ceiling in a defensive role.

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

In friendly lineup Vazquez is listed in Sunday's lineup for a friendly against Rangers.

Impact Vazquez missed the end of last season with a sprained knee but should be healthy for the coming campaign as long as he's active in preseason training and games. With two goals and five assists in 24 league appearances, Vazquez is a capable threat whether as a winger or fullback on the right flank.

JULY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Vazquez signs new Real Madrid contract through to 2024 | Goal.com Real Madrid have tied Lucas Vazquez to a new contract through to 2024, with a home-grown talent being prevented from slipping into the free agent pool.

JUNE 3, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Extends contract by three seasons Vazquez signed a three-year contract extension through 2024, his club announced Thursday.

Impact Vazquez may have been forgiven for leaving Real Madrid in a season where he frequently played but each opportunity was a result of someone else's failure to hold their place in the lineup. Instead, he put together a season with two goals and five assists in 24 league appearances before his season was ended in April due to a sprained knee. As a fantasy option, his 4.67 crosses and 2.14 chances created per 90 in league play give him a good scoring floor, though he'll need to continue starting regularly to be routinely trusted.

JUNE 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

'Who wouldn’t want to keep playing for the world’s best club?' - Vazquez wants new Real Madrid contract | Goal.com Lucas Vazquez is approaching free agency at Real Madrid, but the versatile 29-year-old is looking to land a new contract with "the world's best club".

MAY 29, 2021 • GOAL.COM

'I will always be a Real Madrid man!' - Man Utd & Chelsea-linked Vazquez dismisses transfer rumours Manchester United and Chelsea-linked winger Lucas Vazquez has dismissed ongoing transfer rumours while insisting he "will always be a Real M...

APRIL 7, 2021 • GOAL.COM