MARCOS ALONSO NEWS

Converts late penalty Alonso scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Valladolid. In addition, he was given a ye...

Impact Alonso scored the match's decisive goal Saturday late in the second half from the penalty spot late as Celta Vigo earned a 1-0 victory over Valladolid. The defender created two chances over his 90 minutes of play and contributed two clearances to the team's clean sheet effort. Alonso has made six successive appearances (six starts) in La Liga and played the full 90 minutes on each occasion. Over that span, the defender has scored twice and contributed to two clean sheets.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first Celta Vigo goal Alonso scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Girona.

Impact Alonso scored his first goal as a Celta Vigo player as he helped his side to a 2-2 draw. His goal came from the penalty spot early in the second half, putting his team in a 2-1 lead, which they couldn't hold onto. This was his first shot on target in his last five La Liga games. He also won both of his tackles in the game.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

No longer suspended Alonso has completed his one-game suspension and is no longer suspended.

Impact Alonso missed the 2-1 loss against Valencia due to a one-match ban but is now fully available and should return directly to the starting squad against Betis on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Alonso is set to be suspended after accumulating five yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Alonso will miss the match against Valencia due to a suspension after picking up his fifth yellow card in the league. Javi Rodriguez is expected to replace him in the back-three.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Lobs in five crosses Alonso returned from a one-game suspension Monday against Alaves, putting in five crosses in a 1-1 draw.

Impact Unfortunately, only one of Alonso's crosses was considered accurate. The defender was solid in slowing down Alaves, but didn't record big stats in those categories. Alonso should have a bigger presence in Sunday's match against Valencia, who sit in the relegation zone.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to return Alonso has completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Alaves on Monday, Jan. 27.

Impact Alonso has been a regular for Celta Vigo this season, and the veteran defender should return to this regular starting lineup. He's racked up six shots, four chances created, 11 crosses and 17 clearances over his previous five appearances.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off late Alonso was shown two yellow cards and sent off during Friday's clash with Rayo.

Impact Alonso made it all the way to second half stoppage time on a yellow card before seeing a second one late and being sent off. The defender will now be suspended for a Jan. 19 clash with Athletic Club. Sergio Carreira could move into the starting XI with Alonso on the sideline.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full game Alonso had two shots (two on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Real Sociedad.

Impact Alonso contributed defensively with six clearances, one interception and one tackle. He has started the last three games and recorded 15 clearances and a tackle and interception apiece.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

One cross on Friday Alonso registered one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Friday's 2-0 win over Mallorca.

Impact Alonso made six clearances, the most by any player in the match. It was the third occasion this season where the former Spain international made six or more clearances in a fixture. Alonso also ended up creating a chance as well.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full game Alonso recorded one cross (zero accurate) and four tackles in Monday's 1-0 win versus Getafe.

Impact Alonso took 109 touches and recorded eight clearances, four tackles and an interception. He has featured in eight games this season, starting six of those and has accumulated 20 clearances, eight tackles and four interceptions in the last four games.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs five clearances in win Alonso created one chance, made five clearances, three interceptions and one block and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 1-0 win over Las Palmas.

Impact Alonso made his third consecutive start as a center-back and this was definitely his best performance since he joined Celta, with him being a key part of a defensive line that held the home team scoreless despite playing with two men down for more than 30 minutes in the second half. With 11 clearances, six interceptions and two blocks since becoming part of the lineup, Alonso looks very comfortable at his new position.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Celta Vigo Alonso has signed with Celta Vigo out of free agency, according to his new club.

Impact Alonso will remain in Spain after being let go by Barcelona at the start of the summer, with the defender having linked up with Celta Vigo for the season. He saw minimal time with Barcelona last campaign, starting in three of his five appearances in La Liga play. However, this doesn't truly show his ability, as the defender is still a solid option in the defense, likely to see decent time this season in a rotational role.

AUGUST 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Energetic return to lineup Alonso recorded seven crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Cadiz.

Impact Alonso made his first appearance and start, playing the full 90 minutes Saturday, since undergoing back surgery earlier this campaign. The appearance was just his eight in all competitions this campaign, and he managed to set new season-highs in corners (four) and crosses attempted (seven). Alonso chipped in two clearances defensively to the clean sheet effort.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goes unused on bench Alonso (back) has gone unused off the bench in the club's past two contests.

Impact Alonso has made his return to the team, having finally overcome a back issue after 17 matches on the sidelines dating back to the start of December. However, the defender has yet to earn a minute since reaching full health, being left on the bench in both of his appearances on the team sheet. He will most likely continue on the bench in most of the club's matches moving forward, as he has only played in seven of the 19 contests he has been on the team sheet, with only four of those being starts.

APRIL 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Underwent back surgery Alonso (back) has undergone successful back surgery and is set to miss the next few months, the club announced.

Impact Alonso has been dealing with a back injury since December, which required surgery. He had only made four starts in seven appearances as he struggled to maintain a consistent starting role for Barcelona. Alex Balde will remain at left back for the team, who has started the last four games in a row.

JANUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona defender Marcos Alonso to undergo back surgery

Barcelona defender Marcos Alonso will undergo back surgery in the coming days

DECEMBER 31, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not in squad Wednesday Alonso (back) will miss out versus Almeria on Wednesday.

Impact Alonso is still working his way back from a back problem that ruled him out for the previous four matches as well. Prior to getting hurt, the defender was an unused substitute for five of his last six inclusions in the squad, so he likely will continue to struggle for regular minutes even once cleared to play.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still unavailable Alonso (back) is not on the preliminary squad for Wednesday's trip to Antwerp.

Impact Alonso won't travel to Antwerp due to his back injury. It's another match on the sideline with no definite timeline for his return. The wing-back being out will leave a space for Joao Cancelo or Alex Balde in the starting XI once more.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Was not on team sheet Alonso (back) was not on the team sheet during Sunday's 1-0 win over Atletico Madrid.

Impact Alonso has not stepped foot on the pitch since Nov 7, having been an unused sub while also missing out Sunday with a back issue. He has dropped in the depth chart, with Joao Cancelo and Alex Balde the top two favorites to start at left back over him this season.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Valliant effort in loss Alonso generated five crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 loss to FC Shakhtar Donetsk.

Impact Alonso accounted for one chance created but was not able to influence the final result, as his squad picked up their first Champions League loss of the season. Alonso recorded two interceptions in the match and is now up to a total of three interceptions and two accurate crosses, through three appearances in Champions League this year.

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in season finale Alonso took a shot and created a chance in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Celta Vigo. He also made two clearances and won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Alonso was a useful squad player during his first season in Barcelona, keeping four clean sheets and scoring a goal in 24 La Liga appearances (11 starts) plus two more goals in European competitions. The 32-year-old has another year on his contract, and he'll likely continue as a backup option at left-back and in central defense.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet outing as sub Alonso recorded no stats in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Real Sociedad. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 79th minute.

Impact Alonso subbed on during halftime and had a pretty quiet outing, registering no stats to his name. The defender did receive his third yellow card of the season, though. He's been mostly a backup option lately, making only nine appearances (three starts) in the last 15 games.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two crosses in win Alonso had two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Atletico Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 28th minute.

Impact Alonso has failed to keep a consistent starting role since leaving Chelsea last summer. In 24 appearances in all competitions, the defender has only started in 14 of them while totaling three goals and 25 crosses (11 accurate). He did, however, recently extend his contact with the club for another year, where he will continue to be a depth option in the back.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

How an aerial masterclass from Marcos Alonso frustrated Real Madrid Marcos Alonso was the unlikely hero for Barcelona as they sealed a gritty 1-0 away win at Real Madrid on Thursday night. Here's why

MARCH 3, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Barcelona, Man United play 2-2 thriller in Europa League

Barcelona and Manchester United served up a thrilling 2-2 draw in the Europa League knockout playoffs

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS