Mallorca Team News Page 10 - Soccer

Antonio Sanchez - Scores opener versus Rayo Sanchez scored a goal off two shots (one on target) and drew two fouls during Sunday's 2-1 win over Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Sanchez had a quiet first half but then turned things around in the second frame as he used his head to open the scoring for Mallorca in the 48th minute. This was the first goal since September for the midfielder, who remains a mainstay in Mallorca's starting XI despite the lack of statistical impact provided.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Martin Valjent - Dealing with knee injury Valjent didn't play against Rayo Vallecano on Sunday due to a knee injury, manager Javier Aguirre told Miguel Chacartegui of El Diario de Mallorca.

Impact Valjent has been a regular starter for Mallorca throughout the season, so his absence on the defensive end will be a great deal for the team. Aguirre acknowledged that the team wants to take care of Valjent given how important he is to the team, though it seems the injury isn't overly serious. He should be considered questionable to face Real Sociedad on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Cyle Larin - Returns from suspension Larin completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Real Sociedad on Sunday.

Impact The Canada international had started in each of Mallorca's last eight games before the suspension, and he should return to the starting lineup now that he's available once again. Over that eight-game span, Larin netted two goals while racking up 21 shots (eight on target) and three chances created.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 11 • YOUTUBE

Mallorca and Real Sociedad draw 0-0 in first leg of Copa del Rey semifinals

Mallorca and Real Sociedad have drawn 0-0 in a lackluster first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals

FEBRUARY 6 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cyle Larin - Serving one-match ban Larin earned his fifth yellow card of the season and won't be eligible to face Rayo Vallecano on Sunday.

Impact Larin has been a mainstay in the starting XI of late, featuring in eight straight matches in which he registered two goals on 21 shots (eight on target), six clearances and three chances created. Abdon Prats figures to step into the starting XI with Larin suspended.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Valverde: "Desde fuera parece más fácil que desde dentro, pero ha sido complicado"

FEBRUARY 2 • YOUTUBE

Berchiche grabs double as Athletic Bilbao hammers Mallorca 4-0 in La Liga

Athletic Bilbao has scored twice in each half to thrash Mallorca 4-0 in the Spanish league

FEBRUARY 2 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

ATHLETIC CLUB 4 - 0 RCD MALLORCA | RESUMEN LALIGA EA SPORTS

FEBRUARY 2 • YOUTUBE

Predrag Rajkovic - Concedes four goals Rajkovic had two saves and allowed four goals in Friday's 4-0 loss to Athletic.

Impact Rajkovic began his February with his worst performance of the 2023-24 La Liga. But considering the goalkeeper has conceded more than three goals only twice this season, his latest output is not expected to be a regular occurrence. Rajkovic will look to get back on track after more than a week of rest and against Rayo Vallecano on Feb. 11.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Samu - Earns bench nod Costa (groin) is on the bench for Friday's match against Athletic.

Impact Costa will avoid missing any time with his most recent injury, earning a role on the bench after picking up a groin knock. The midfielder had started in all but three matches this season leading up to this game, so the club looks to be taking his return cautiously with the player on the bench. He will hope to recapture his starting spot next contest against Rayo on Feb. 11.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Samu - Available to face Bilbao Costa will be available to face Athletic Bilbao on Friday, manager Javier Aguirre told media during his pre-match press conference Thursday. "He will be available. He picked up a g...

Impact Costa has been a regular presence in midfield for Mallorca this season, and while he seems likely to start the game on the bench, all signs point to him being involved here. Expect Omar Mascarell or Antonio Sanchez to get the start if Costa starts the game on the bench.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Nemanja Radonjic - Moves to La Liga Radonjic has joined Mallorca on a season-long loan with a conditioned obligation to buy, Torino announced.

Impact Radonjic had an up-an-down stint at Torino, as he usually produced when given playing time but also routinely butted heads with the coach and fell out of favor. He'll look to have more consistency at his new club. He has scored three goals and posted 12 shots (five on target), three key passes, and 11 crosses (two accurate) in 10 appearances (four starts) this season.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Samu - Goes down with groin injury Costa picked up a slight injury in Saturday's contest against Real Betis, as he has been confirmed to have severe bruising in the groin area, his club announced Monday.

Impact Costa looks to be heading for the sidelines for the first time this season, having picked up a groin injury. The midfielder is still waiting for further development on his current issue, as the seriousness and timetable have yet to be released. However, the club will hope for the best, as he has been a regular starter for much of the season, starting in all but three matches. There is a chance he could return for Friday's game against Athletic, but if not, expect Omar Mascarell or Antonio Sanchez to get the start.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Sergi Darder - Registers the most crosses against Betis Darder recorded three shots (one on goal), seven crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Betis.

Impact Darder created a big chance and completed two dribbles. He was also involved defensively with a clearance. He has started a fair chunk of league games this season (13) and averages nearly 1.5 tackles per game. He has recorded three assists as well but his last assist was against Rayo Vallecano back in September.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Predrag Rajkovic - Concedes once against Betis Rajkovic registered one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Betis.

Impact Rajkovic, although making a lone save, couldn't stop a screamer from Sergi Altimira in first-half stoppage time. Playing every league game this season, he has made 58 saves and kept six clean sheets. However, his last clean sheet dates back to a game against Almeria over a month ago.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

RCD MALLORCA 0 - 1 REAL BETIS | RESUMEN LALIGA EA SPORTS

JANUARY 27 • YOUTUBE

Antonio Sanchez - Available from bench Sanchez (knee) is in the squad to face Real Betis on Saturday.

Impact Sanchez returns from a knee injury suffered in the buildup to the match. The midfielder had started six of Mallorca's last seven contests but settles for a role on the bench Saturday.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Sanchez - Dealing with knee injury Sanchez was forced to miss training with a knee injury and will be a late call for Saturday's match against Real Betis, said manager Javier Aguirre. "He has a chance of being low....

Impact Sanchez has been dealing with a knee injury and is set to be questionable for Saturday's match. This could give Giovanni Gonzalez a chance to get the start at right back if Sanchez is indeed ruled out. He has started six of the last seven games played, recording 12 crosses (five accurate) and five interceptions in that span.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Nacho Vidal - Loaned to Mallorca Vidal has joined Mallorca on loan for the rest of the season from Osasuna.

Impact Vidal has just 90 minutes of league play for Osasuna this season and likely wanted a move to where he'd help a little more than that. He brings loads of experience to the Mallorca back line and was likely brought in following the surgery to Pablo Maffeo.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 24 • PENNLIVE.COM

Manu Morlanes - Provides assist in draw Morlanes assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Villarreal.

Impact Morlanes made his fourth consecutive appearance in the starting lineup as he notched his first assist of the season in the 91st minute. The midfielder set up Javier Llabres, who then equalized the contest in added time.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Javier Llabres - Scores equalizing goal Javier Llabres scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Villarreal.

Impact Llabres came off the bench in the 89th minute of the game, but managed to make a big impact despite his limited minutes. The forward notched his first goal for Mallorca in the 91st minute as he equalized the game.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Predrag Rajkovic - Concedes once in draw Rajkovic registered four saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Villarreal.

Impact Rajkovic was beaten in the 46th minute of the first half by Alexander Sorloth to open up the scoring. Aside from the goal allowed, the goalkeeper had a strong outing as he registered four saves. Next in La Liga, he'll face off against Real Betis, a team that has scored 24 goals in 21 games.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Giovanni Alessandro Gonzalez Apud - Serves suspension Gonzalez is available for next Saturday's match against Betis, serving his one-match ban against Villarreal on Saturday.

Impact Gonzalez is no longer suspended, having served his one-match suspension against Villarreal due to yellow card accumulation. The defender will most likely move back into the starting XI next contest, as he has earned the start in 14 of the 19 games he has been available for this season. He has been decent when on the pitch this campaign, registering 14 interceptions, 31 clearances and 42 tackles in his 19 appearances.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

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