Vinícius scores, escapes injury after hard hit in Madrid win
Vinícius Júnior had more than his goal to celebrate in Real Madrid’s 2-0 win over Valencia in the Spanish leagueFEBRUARY 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Records assist against Bilbao Asensio created two chances and assisted a goal in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Athletic Club. He also made a clearance, an interception and took a shot in the match.
Impact Asensio (inadvertently) set up Karim Benzema's opener Sunday with his third assist of the season in La Liga. He's taken four shots (one on target) with one assist from four chances created across his last two starts on the right wing.
JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Madrid beats Valencia on penalties in Super Cup semifinal
Real Madrid is one game away from defending its Spanish Super Cup title after defeating Valencia 4-3 in a penalty shootout in Wednesday’s semifinal in Saudi ArabiaJANUARY 11, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Takes two corners Asensio had three shots (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Friday's 2-0 victory versus Valladolid.
Impact Asensio paced his side in crosses attempted but was second to Toni Kroos in corners. In any case, he played 60 minutes before being relieved by Rodrygo. On the league season, the attacker has a goal and two assists to his name across 10 appearances (2 starts).
DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Takes one shot in draw Asensio put one shot off target and created one chance on two crosses during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Germany.
Impact Asensio continues to start at center-forward despite Alvaro Morata's solid production from the bench. While there may be changes to the front three at some point, for now it's Asensio as the first choice.
NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Marco Asensio takes leading role for Spain at World Cup
From the sidelines at Real Madrid to one of the most important players with Spain at the World CupNOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Adds goal in win Asensio scored one goal from five shots (one on goal) during Wednesday's 7-0 win over Costa Rica.
Impact Asensio was a surprise starter over Alvaro Morata at striker and did well in a favorable matchup. Though Morata is in good form with three goals and four assists in his last eight matches for club and country, his place in the lineup isn't assured as manager Luis Enrique likes to rotate in weird places and at weird times, though his moves paid off in Wednesday's rout.
NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Starting World Cup clash Asensio (undisclosed) was named to the starting XI against Costa Rica on Wednesday.
Impact Asensio will feature in a central forward role for Spain and should be the focal point of the attack. As such, Asensio should offer top-half fantasy value, though he may be very goal dependent in that role. At the club level, Asensio has one goal on nine shots (three on target), two assists and 18 crosses (five accurate) in his previous four contests.
NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Marco Asensio clarifies 'misinterpreted' Barcelona comments Real Madrid winger Marco Asensio has attempted to distance himself from comments linking him with a controversial move to Barcelona.
NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Training with team Asensio (undisclosed) trained with the team Saturday, according to COPE.
Impact Asensio was back in full team training Saturday, and could return for Wednesday's World Cup opener against Costa Rica. Asensio will likely be a depth option even if fit, playing anywhere across the Spanish attack.
NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Spends session in gym Asensio spent Friday's training session in the gym, according to MARCA.
Impact Asensio logged an assist during Thursday's friendly win over Jordan as he continues to show good form. It's entirely possible that Asensio needed an alternate plan to recover from the match so keep an eye on his situation as Wednesday's opener against Costa Rica approaches. For the most part, Asensio will be considered an alternate on the right wing or as a false-nine.
NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Logs assist in loss Asensio logged one assist from three chances created on eight crosses (three accurate) during Monday's 3-2 loss to Rayo Vallecano.
Impact Asensio kept up his fine form with a third assist in his last five appearances, keeping him in firm contention for a place with the Spanish national team in Qatar. With five goal contributions in the last six games (two goals, three assists), Asensio has put in his first major burst of form of the season. Pending how Karim Benzema plays and stays fit in 2023, Asensio won't get too many chances to play regular minutes when Rodrygo or Federico Valverde moves to the right wing.
NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores in win Asensio scored one goal from five shots (two on target) and created five chances during Wednesday's 5-1 win over Celtic.
Impact Once again, Asensio puts in his best work in short bursts, as he's scored twice and logged two assists in his last five appearances (two starts). Injuries have played a role in improving Asensio's opportunities to play, but evidently he's earned it on his own efforts as well. It will be more impressive if he can parlay this into a place with Spain for the World Cup, though that won't be as clear-cut as some of the other spots on the pitch.
NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Madrid held by Girona in Spanish league in another setback
Real Madrid has been held by Girona to a 1-1 draw at home in the Spanish league to follow up its first loss of the season in all competitionsOCTOBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Leipzig hands Real Madrid 1st loss of the season
Leipzig has boosted its chances of advancing to the knockout stage of the Champions League by handing titleholder Real Madrid its first loss of the seasonOCTOBER 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Logs assist in loss Asensio logged one assist from three chances created on three crosses (one accurate) during Tuesday's 3-2 loss to RB Leipzig.
Impact Asensio was handed his first start of the season once Federico Valverde was ruled out of the contest and proved his worth with a third goal contribution in his last three appearances (two assists, one goal). While Asensio is certainly in good form, his best role seems to be as a substitute at the moment so don't expect his elevated role to last when others are available.
OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Records assist in win Asensio subbed into Saturday's match against Sevilla in the 77th minute, and he took a shot on target and assisted a goal in the 3-1 victory.
Impact Asensio now has a goal and an assist in his last two appearances after setting up Federico Valverde's late strike against Sevilla on Saturday. He also picked up a secondary assist with an excellent through ball to Vinicius Junior who poked it over to Lucas Vazquez to finish the counter attack. Asensio has featured 11 times across La Liga and the Champions League this season and he's come off the bench every single time.
OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Benzema resting, Madrid beats Sevilla 3-1 to extend lead
Karim Benzema proudly showed his Ballon d’Or award to fans at the Santiago Bernabéu and then sat back as Real Madrid beat Sevilla 3-1 and increased its lead of the Spanish leagueOCTOBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Logs goal off bench Asensio scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate), and two corners in Wednesday's 3-0 victory versus Elche.
Impact Asensio came off the bench in the 80th minute and managed to score a goal in a short amount of time. He has not yet started a match with Federico Valverde and Rodrygo in top form. The 26-year-old has two goals on the year on eight shots (three on target).
OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Nico Williams makes his case for World Cup spot with Spain
Forward Nico Williams may have secured his spot in Spain’s World Cup squad with a well-timed header across the area to set up a decisive goalSEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Riding bike, Luis Enrique delivers squad for Nations League
Spain coach Luis Enrique has provided some surprises in his second-to-last squad before the World CupSEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bags first goal of season Asensio scored a goal off two shots (one on target) after coming off the bench during Wednesday's 2-0 Champions League win over RB Leipzig.
Impact Asensio was brought in the 64th minute to replace Eduardo Camavinga as Madrid adopted a more attacking approach with the game still scoreless. And the forward made most of the opportunity, sealing the 2-0 win during stoppage time with a beautiful one-timed shot off a clever free-kick pass by Toni Kroos. This was the first goal of the season in all competitions for Asensio, who is currently struggling to find playing time after falling down the pecking order.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Haaland soars for City in Champions League; Madrid, PSG win
It was Manchester City striker Erling Haaland’s show in the Champions League on WednesdaySEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Real Madrid punishes wasteful Leipzig to stay perfect
Real Madrid needed late goals by Federico Valverde and Marco Asensio to extend its perfect start to the season with a hard-fought 2-0 win over Leipzig in the group stage of the Cha...SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
