Madrid cruises to win over Granada, retakes league lead
Real Madrid has cruised to a 4-1 win over 10-man Granada to reclaim first place in the Spanish leagueNOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Takes three shots in win Asensio took three shots (two on target) and created three chances in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Rayo Vallecano. He also made two interceptions in the match.
Impact Asensio was dangerous in attack on Saturday, and his pass found Toni Kroos (after taking a slight deflection from a Rayo defender) who slotted home for the opening goal. He's been effective in each of his last two La Liga appearances, and will hope to continue that form through the international break and into the clash against Granada on Nov. 21.
NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Barcelona squanders lead in 3-3 draw before Xavi takes over
Barcelona has squandered a three-goal lead in a 3-3 draw at Celta Vigo in its last game under a caretaker coach before Xavi Hernández takes overNOVEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Provides assist in win Asensio provided one assist from one chance created in 12 minutes off the bench during Tuesday's 5-0 win over Shakhtar Donetsk.
Impact Asensio came back from a muscular issue and helped Karim Benzema score the final goal of the night. As a result, both Asensio and Rodrygo will form a fierce competition for minutes as long as Eden Hazard isn't fully fit, so keep an eye on how all three are doing over the course of a long and busy season. Up next is Sunday's trip to Barcelona.
OCTOBER 20, 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 trackOCTOBER 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Makes traveling team Asensio (strain) is in the preliminary squad list for Tuesday's clash with Shakhtar.
Impact Asensio is in the traveling squad and should be an option for Tuesday's clash with Shakhtar. The midfielder is unlikely to start but he should give the taxed Madrid squad some much-needed depth.
OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Training on the side Asensio (strain) was training on his own, according to the Real Madrid training report.
Impact Asensio suffered a muscle injury before the international break, and is training on his own over the break. He will hope to return for an Oct. 17 clash with Bilbao, but if he can't go then it's likely that Rodrygo or Mariano could slot in the starting XI.
OCTOBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers muscular injury Asensio injured his gluteus, according to Miguel Angel Diaz of Cope.
Impact Asensio will likely be able to recover from the muscle train over the international break, though it is far from guaranteed. The midfielder figures to be a solid option if nothing else just from playing next to the red-hot Karim Benzema.
OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
LaLiga Tekkers: Hat-trick de Asensio ante el RCD Mallorca
SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 • YOUTUBE
Scores hat trick in win Asensio scored thrre goals off five shots (all on target) and created two chances during Wednesday's 6-1 win over Mallorca.
Impact Asensio was inspired against his former club, finding the back of the net twice during the first half and completing his first hat trick in a Real Madrid uniform with a beautiful long-range strike in the 55th minute. The forward opened his scoring account of the season in style and will try to keep the momentum going during Saturday's home match against Villarreal.
SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Madrid stays red-hot, routs Mallorca 6-1 in Spanish league
This time Real Madrid didn’t need to rely solely on Karim Benzema and Vinícius Júnior to keep winning in the Spanish leagueSEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
A look at the top contenders for the Spanish league title
Atlético Madrid defends the Spanish league title it won last season with the goals of Luis Suárez and the tireless preparation of coach Diego SimeoneAUGUST 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Disappoints in finale Asensio put one-of-two shots on target while playing in the first half of Saturday's 2-1 loss to Brazil.
Impact Asensio alternated between dominating and underwhelming throughout the Olympics and finished with an early yank without doing much. He'll now return to his club and hope to make a more regular contribution, though that's dependent on his own for and the health of Eden Hazard.
AUGUST 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Brazil to play Spain in men's Olympic soccer gold-medal game
Defending champion Brazil will face Spain for the Olympic gold medal in men’s soccer on SaturdayAUGUST 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scores winner off bench Asensio scored one goal from two shots (one on goal) in 37 minutes of Tuesday's 1-0 win over Japan.
Impact Asensio curled an impressive strike past Kosei Tani to advance to the gold medal match against Brazil. After not doing much of note in the first few rounds of the Olympics, Asensio looked determined to prove a point in limited minutes during this match, and he did just that. It will be worth watching to see if he makes the starting lineup for the finale.
AUGUST 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Active in draw Asensio put one shot on goal and logged five crosses (one accurate) during Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Argentina.
Impact Asensio has worked his way into solid form after a slow start to the Olympic tournament. This game represented his best all-around performance, even without directly contributing to the scoresheet, so it could be worth keeping an eye on him heading into the quarterfinals and beyond.
JULY 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Logs assist in win Asensio provided one assist from two chances created and logged three crosses (two accurate) in 22 minutes of Sunday's 1-0 win over Australia.
Impact Asensio made a bigger impact as a sub in this game than he did as a starter in the opener against Egypt. He's still a capable contributor to this team, so a solid effort in the final group stage game against Argentina would probably help him return to the lineup in later games, so long as Asensio continues to progress in the tournament.
JULY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Takes one shot in draw Asensio put one shot on target during Thursday's scoreless draw with Egypt.
Impact Asensio was replaced by Bryan Gil after 68 minutes, but neither was able to make an extraordinary influence on the contest. In a team that tends to share possession as much as it shares attacking duties, Asensio needs to be more clinical in front of goal if he's to hold much value. Up next is a game against Australia, which won their opening game 2-0 over Argentina.
JULY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Spain taking 6 players from Euro 2020 to Tokyo Olympics
Spain will take six members from its European Championship squad to the Tokyo OlympicsJUNE 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
The Latest: Dovbyk scores, Ukraine beats Sweden at Euro 2020
Artem Dovbyk scored late in extra time to give Ukraine a 2-1 win over Sweden and a spot in the European Championship quarterfinalsJUNE 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Zidane quits again as Madrid coach after winless season
Zinedine Zidane is again stepping down as Real Madrid coachMAY 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Injured Ramos not included in Spain's list for Euro 2020
Sergio Ramos has been left off Spain’s squad for the European Championship following a season plagued by injuriesMAY 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Madrid wins to keep up pressure on Atlético in La Liga
Real Madrid has won 4-1 at Granada to stay within range of Spanish league leader Atlético Madrid entering the final two roundsMAY 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Madrid held by Sevilla, misses chance to take lead in Spain
Real Madrid missed its chance to go top of the Spanish league with only three rounds left by drawing 2-2 with Sevilla at homeMAY 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Vinícius Junior leads Madrid past Liverpool in 1st leg
Vinícius Júnior scored a goal in each half as Real Madrid defeated Liverpool 3-1 in the first leg of the Champions League quarterfinalsAPRIL 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
