MARCOS ACUNA NEWS

In squad for derby Acuna is fit and in the match day squad to face Real Betis on Sunday.

Impact Acuna returns from a hamstring injury which kept him out of mid week action against Arsenal. The fullback starts from the bench with Adria Pedrosa taking his spot in the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes parts of training Acuna (hamstring) was able to participate in parts of training ahead of Sunday's match against Real Betis, confirmed manager Diego Alonso. "Marcos was able to complete part of the...

Impact Acuna is still questionable after missing last match with a hamstring injury. He had started his previous five games in a row, totaling 20 crosses (eight accurate) thus far. If the defender is not fit to play Sunday, then Kike Salas will get the call again to start in his place.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hamstring injury confirmed Acuna (hamstring) is out for Wednesday's clash with Arsenal due to a hamstring injury, Sevilla announced.

Impact Acuna won't travel Wednesday as he struggles with the hamstring injury and recovers in Sevilla. With Acuna sidelined it will be Adria Perdrosa who slots into the starting XI at left-back. Depending on the severity of the injury Acuna could be out until after the November international break.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially named to traveling squad Acuna (hamstring) will be in the traveling squad versus Barcelona on Friday.

Impact The news shouldn't come as a surprise after manager Jose Luis Mendilibar previously told reporters, "We'll see if Acuna can take part," during his pre-match press conference. If Acuna reclaims his spot in the starting XI, it will likely mean Adria Pedrosa is relegated to a bench role. Even if Acuna doesn't start Friday, he should be in contention to feature versus PSV Eindhoven on Tuesday.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Looking to train Saturday Acuna (hamstring) is expected to resume training Saturday and could be an option versus PSV Eindhoven on Tuesday. Manager Jose Luis Mendilibar told reporters, "Oliver is not going...

Impact Acuna has missed the club's last five contests due to his hamstring problem, so it's unlikely he would jump right back into the starting XI for Tuesday's Champions League clash. Still, once given the all-clear, the left-back should be in contention to reclaim his spot on the pitch, which would likely see Adria Pedrosa returned to the bench.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains on shelf Acuna (hamstring) will once again be sidelined versus Almeria on Tuesday.

Impact Acuna will be on the shelf for the fifth consecutive contest due to his lingering hamstring problem. At this point, the left-back should probably be considered out indefinitely at this point given his extended absence. In his stead, Adria Pedrosa has featured the most in the starting XI, though Kike Salas most recently started at left-back. Regardless, once cleared to play, Acuna should eventually retake his spot in the back line. Given the quick turnaround, Acuna will almost certainly remain out versus Barcelona on Friday as well.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Acuna (hamstring) is out for Saturday's trip to Osasuna, Sevilla announced.

Impact Acuna won't return during Saturday's trip to Osasuna due to an ongoing hamstring injury. The full-back returned to training Thursday but wasn't deemed fit enough to return. His next chance to return will be a Tuesday mid-week clash with Almeria. In the meantime Adria Pedrosa should continue in the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Participating in training Acuna (hamstring) took part in Thursday's training session in the lead-up to Saturday's matchup with Osasuna.

Impact Acuna has missed the club's last three contests due to his hamstring problem but would be a welcome return considering the club plays five matches over an upcoming 15-day span. With Acuna sidelined, Adria Pedrosa has stepped into the left-back role and figures to continue deputizing in Acuna's stead as needed.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from UCL squad Acuna (hamstring) won't be available to face Lens on Wednesday.

Impact Acuna will be shelved for his fourth straight contest due to his lingering hamstring problem. Previous reports indicated the defender was back training with the squad but continues to be left out. Once cleared to play, the left-back should reclaim his place in the starting XI, which will likely see Adria Pedrosa returned to a substitute role.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing against Las Palmas Acuna (hamstring) won't play Sunday against Las Palmas, head coach Jose Luis Mendilibar told the club's official website Friday. "Acuna is not far away," the head coach said when a...

Impact The Argentina international didn't represent his country at the start of the World Cup Qualifiers, and given this weekend might come too soon for him, his next chance to play will happen either against Lens on Sep. 20 in the Champions League or against Osasuna on Sep. 24 in league play.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Acuna (hamstring) returned to training with Sevilla on Thursday.

Impact Acuna was viewed back in training on Thursday after missing the past couple weeks with a hamstring injury. There is a chance he could be back for Sevilla's first contest after the international break againt Las Palmas. When he does return he may be slotted straight into the starting sqaud, being one of Sevilla's better two-way defenders.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out with hamstring injury Acuna has been ruled out for multiple weeks with a tendon injury in his right hamstring, the team announced Thursday.

Impact Acuna left Sevilla's previous match on Tuesday due to an injury and after being evaluated by the team on Thursday, learned that he will be missing multiple weeks with the squad. The 31-year-old adds a lot to the squad in the defense and attack so his injury will be a huge knock for Sevilla as they try to forgot their horrid season from last campaign. Adria Pedrosa took Acuna's spot after leaving the match Tuesday, and could be Sevilla's new starter while the Argentine heals his hamstring

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Being evaluated for hamstring injury Acuna suffered a hamstring injury that forced him off at halftime against Deportivo Alaves on Monday and will be reevaluated Wednesday.

Impact Prior to his substitution, Acuna managed one shot (off target), one cross (inaccurate) and two tackles (two won) in 45 minutes of action. In Acuna's stead, Adria Pedrosa came on in the second half and could be in contention to make his first start for Sevilla against Girona on Saturday.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in seven crosses Acuna took two off target shots, crossed seven times (two accurate) and created a chance during Friday's 2-1 loss to Valencia.

Impact Acuna was held off the scoresheet but finished the match with the second highest amount of shots and chances created on the team while taking two of eight corner kicks. Acuna had five goal involvements a season ago in La Liga as one of the best attacking fullback's in the league.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ends with suspension Acuna made 30 appearances (21 starts) in the 2022/23 La Liga season.

Impact Acuna ended the season on the sideline with a suspension but was once more a nailed-on starter when fully fit. The defender scored a career-high three goals and added a pair of assists during the season. Acuna also put in 147 crosses and created 38 chances during an impressive season.

JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up red card Acuna was given a red card in the 83rd minute against Real Madrid on Saturday. As a result, Acuna will miss the season final versus Real Sociedad on Sunday.

Impact Acuna has already been suspended for the Europa League final versus Roma on Wednesday and will now be unavailable for league competition as well. With his season effectively over, Acuna will end the campaign having recorded three goals on 21 shots (five on target) and two assists in La Liga action, adding one more assist in European competition.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active during La Liga action Acuna (suspension) generated two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Betis.

Impact Despite being suspended for the 2023 UEFA Europa League Final, Acuna is expected to be a used option when Sevilla visits Elche on Wednesday and hosts Real Madrid next Saturday. That will give Alex Telles plenty of time to rest up before the Europa League finale on May 31.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in stoppage time Acuna was shown a second yellow card and sent off during stoppage time of Thursday's 2-1 win over Juventus.

Impact Acuna will be given a one-match ban for the biggest match of the season as he is set to be sidelined for the Europa League final. The defender has been a crucial part of the first team when available and will be a major loss during the May 31 clash with Roma. Alex Telles is the likely option to start the final at left-back.

MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists Thursday Acuna assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and one corner in Thursday's 3-2 win versus Espanyol.

Impact Acuna played 45 minutes off the bench Thursday and earned an assist. The left-back was given a rare break outside of the starting XI, but was stilled called upon due to an injury to Bryan Gil. While on the pitch Acuna was excellent as always, as he set a new career-high of five goal contributions.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in loss Acuna registered 13 crosses (six accurate) and three corners in Monday's 2-0 defeat to Girona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 96th minute.

Impact Acuna recorded a season-high of crosses in his return after suffering an injury against Athletic Club on April 27. He ups his crosses a game to 3.9 after recording 25 (eight won) in the last four contests.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Named to starting XI Acuna (undisclosed) will feature in the starting XI against Girona on Monday.

Impact Acuna had played in just two of the club's last four contests but started both matchups. In those pair of outings, the left-back recorded nine crosses (one accurate), four clearances and two interceptions. While Acuna doesn't have a prominent role on corners, he should generate plenty of crosses, giving him solid fantasy upside.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available Monday Acuna (undisclosed) has been called up by Sevilla for Monday's clash against Girona.

Impact Acuna appeared to pick up a knock late in the mid-week win over Bilbao, but he is fit enough to at least make the squad and be available for the Girona match on Monday.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off late Acuna (undisclosed) was forced off in the second half of Thursday's clash with Athletic Club.

Impact Acuna went down with an injury during Thursday's clash and wasn't able to see the match out. The left-back was replaced by Alex Telles, who would be in line for the start if Acuna isn't able to go for a Monday clash with Girona.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for selection Acuna is available for selection after serving a two-match ban due to a straight red card.

Impact Acuna was shown the straight red card during a two-all draw with Celta Vigo. The suspension let him rest up for a pair of mid-week Europa League clashes with Manchester United, clashes that saw him stay fit as well. Acuna will be straight back in the starting XI on the left side of the defense for a Thursday trip to Athletic Club.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in stoppage time Acuna was shown a straight red card during second half stoppage time of Friday's 2-1 loss to Celta Vigo.

Impact Acuna picked up the straight red card during the closing moments of Friday's loss. The straight red could see Acuna suspended for two matches or more, depending on further disciplinary action. The earliest Acuna could return is an April 23 clash with Villarreal.

APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE