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JANUARY 30 • GOAL.COM

Scores off bench against Valencia Braithwaite scored a goal off two shots (one on target) after coming off the bench during Sunday's 2-2 draw against Valencia.

Impact Braithwaite was brought at halftime to replace Nicolas Melamed and needed less than five minutes to leave his mark, appearing at the right place to benefit from a mistake by the goalkeeper and slot the rebound home for the goal that momentarily gave his side a 2-1 lead. This was the 10th goal of the season for the striker but the first since Apr. 1. He'll hope this helps him to keep playing significant minutes or even be back in the starting XI for next Sunday's season finale against Almeria.

MAY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in bench against Atletico Braithwaite is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Braithwaite sat out last match with a strain, but is back and starting off the bench. He is typically a regular starter, making eight starts in the last eight games played while recording a goal and an assist in that span.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Wednesday Braithwaite (strain) was called up by Espanyol for the midweek clash against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Braithwaite missed last weekend's win over Rayo Vallecano due to a muscular strain in his thigh, but he's been included in the squad to face Atletico and should be available on Tuesday.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Confirmed as out Braithwaite is not in the match day squad to face Rayo Vallecano on Sunday.

Impact Braithwaite misses out on Sunday as he continues to deal with a thigh strain. The forward is replaced in the starting XI by Javi Puado who helps lead the line next to Joselu.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful with leg injury Braithwaite is dealing with a muscular injury in his thigh and is unlikely to be available for selection against Rayo Vallecano this weekend, Marca reported Thursday.

Impact Braithwaite is Espanyol's second-leading scorer this season with nine goals, but he's expected to miss Sunday's Rayo match with an injury he suffered in the loss to Barcelona last weekend. Javi Puado would likely take his place alongside Joselu in the front-two if Braithwaite is ruled out.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to play Sunday Braithwaite has served his one-match suspension and will be available to face Barcelona on Sunday.

Impact Braithwaite should be a lock for the starting XI now that his ban has been served. The forward is currently mired in a five-match goal drought during which he registered 11 shots (four on target). Still, Braithwaite's nine tallies this season mark a personal best in La Liga competition.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Five shots in win Braithwaite recorded five shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Getafe. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 42nd minute.

Impact Braithwaite recorded a season high five shots (two on target) Sunday. He also whipped in one inaccurate cross in his 86 minutes of action. He picked up a yellow card in the 42nd minute as well, his fifth booking of the season.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Braithwaite assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Thursday's 4-2 defeat to Villarreal.

Impact Braithwaite logged the assist to Espanyol's second goal, which Joselu scored. Now, Braithwaite is only one away from having a double-digit goal tally across the 2022-23 La Liga.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots in draw Braithwaite generated three shots (two on goal) in Friday's 0-0 draw versus Cadiz.

Impact Braithwaite had a decent performance Friday as he took three shots (two on target), his most on target shots in a match since Feb. 25. He also drew four fouls and helped his team keep a clean sheet in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in defeat Braithwaite scored once from two shots (one on target) in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Girona.

Impact Braithwaite scored his ninth of the season after blanking in the previous two games. The striker has attempted 8 shots in his last four games but only managed to get two of those on target (both of which resulted in goals). He is only two goals short of his career best of 11 in a single season.

APRIL 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss against Valladolid Braithwaite scored a goal off his lone shot during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Valladolid.

Impact Braithwaite was coming off netting a brace on the previous match but here he was kept at bay by defenders most of the time as the opposition completely dominated the contest. However, the striker finally had one chance in the 87th minute and didn't miss, scoring his side's lone goal and giving them some hope for the closing minutes. With five goals scored over his last seven starts, Braithwaite will try to keep adding to his tally during Saturday's visit to Real Madrid.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace Braithwaite scored two goals to go with four shots (two on target) in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Mallorca.

Impact Braithwaite recorded his first brace of the season to give him seven on the year. He has scored four goals on 13 shots (eight on target) in the last six games. The forward still manages to produce goals despite teammate Joselu delivering most of them this campaign with 11.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal against Osasuna Braithwaite scored one goal to go with four shots (three on target) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Osasuna.

Impact Braithwaite logged in his second goal in two matches to put him at five on the year. With Joselu doing all the scoring for Espanyol, the 31-year-old usually hangs back, but still produces goals when he can. He is only averaging 1.8 shots a contest with 28 (six on target) on the season.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Claims all three points Braithwaite scored a goal while taking two shots (both on goal) and creating two chances during Saturday's 1-0 win over Real Betis.

Impact Braithwaite found the back of the net in the 43rd minute scoring the lone goal of the match. The goal was the fourth in 13 appearances for the forward, the second most on the team.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Braithwaite scored one goal to go with four shots (one on target) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-2 tie against Elche.

Impact Braithwaite gave Espanyol their first lead of the match and his third of the year. He is a key player on the right side of the field as the Danish winger has proven he a is a goal scoring threat. This is his first goal since serving a two-match suspension, hopefully giving him a confidence booster for future matches. The 31-year-old has now totaled three goals on 16 shots (seven on target) and seven chances created in six appearances thus far.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes yellow card in loss Braithwaite conceded a yellow card and created one chance during 79 minutes of Thursday's 1-0 loss to Osasuna.

Impact Braithwaite returned to the lineup after a two-match suspension and wasn't able to get much going. As he's still scored twice and added one assist in five starts, it shouldn't take long for Braithwaite to find his stride as long as he keep his confidence up.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for two games Braithwaite had his suspension extended to two games following his dismissal in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Valencia, according to the RFEF.

Impact Braithwaite has been a key member of the starting lineup since his arrival from Barcelona, scoring twice and logging one assist in four games. Now that he's suspended for contests against Cadiz and Valladolid, the scoring emphasis will fall squarely on the shoulders of Joselu and either Dani Gomez or Nico Melamed might get a longer chance to play.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dismissed after VAR check Braithwaite was sent off after a VAR check in the 90+1' minute of Sunday's match against Valencia.

Impact Braithwaite had logged an assist on Sergi Darder's goal to take the lead but the visitors soon equalized after his departure due to a rash challenge. During a one-match suspension for the Oct. 9 trip to Cadiz, Dani Gomez could make his first start since arriving on loan.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shotless in loss Braithwaite failed to take a shot during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Real Sociedad.

Impact Braithwaite had scored in two straight matches to open his time with Espanyol but was shut down in Sunday's game. If he's unable to get back on track, it will remain up to Joselu to carry the goalscoring burden, though both were held scoreless in this match.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Braithwaite comes through with winner in Espanyol debut Martin Braithwaite didn’t have to go far to start showing his worth again in Spain.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Braithwaite comes through with winner in Espanyol debut

Martin Braithwaite didn’t have to go far to start showing his worth again in Spain

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Barcelona called out for 'bullying' Martin Braithwaite as they push for striker's exit in bid to register players Barcelona have been told that they need to stop "bullying" Martin Braithwaite by the director of the Danish Players Association, Michael Sah...

AUGUST 19, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM