MATIJA NASTASIC NEWS

Will be available Saturday Nastasic (undisclosed) will be available for Saturday's game against Espanyol, manager Borja Jimenez told media during Friday's pre-match press conference. "The suspended players a...

Impact Nastasic left the 5-2 loss versus Villarreal with an injury in the early stages of the second half, but he recovered in time during the break and should feature here. The center-back has been a regular for Leganes this season, racking up 11 starts out of 13 appearances in the 2024/25 campaign.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Off hurt Nastasic was subbed off due to injury in the 53rd minute of Sunday's 5-2 defeat against Villarreal.

Impact Nastasic was unable to continue in the match Sunday with an injury that forced him off in the 52nd minute. He was able to finish off the first half of the season strong despite the injury, starting 11 times in 13 appearances, recording 79 clearances and 18 blocks with two clean sheets.

DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Leganes Nastasic signed with Leganes, the club announced Friday.

Impact Nastasic completed a permanent move to Leganes, signing a two-year deal with the club. The defender should be an immediate part of the starting XI, perhaps as soon as after the international break.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late equalizer on the road Nastasic scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one chance created and six clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Nastasic scored the equalizer in the 88th minute with his second goal in the season. You should not expect him to score anymore, since he has only two goals in the previous nine campaigns. The centerback had a good defensive outing as well, making the second-most clearances for Mallorca.

FEBRUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes one-game suspension Nastasic completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Villarreal on Saturday.

Impact Nastasic missed the match against Celta after picking up his fifth yellow card of the season, but he should return to the starting lineup to face Villarreal, especially given Giovanni Gonzalez will miss that match due to a suspension of his own.

JANUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Given suspension Nastasic was given his fifth yellow card of the season and will be suspended for Jan 13 match versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Nastasic has been doing a fine job in the back line since joining the club in the beginning of the season. He's been averaging about four clearances per game while also holding on to four clean sheets. Omar Mascarell will likely see the start at center back against Celta Vigo, alongside Giovanni Gonzalez and Antonio Raillo in the defense.

JANUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets first of game for Mallorca Nastasic scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Thursday's 3-2 victory over Osasuna.

Impact Nastasic directed in a header from the center of the box to open the scoring for his squad and tie the score at, 1-1, in the 12th minute of play. The goal marks the first goal contribution of the season for Nastasic, who has started in 12 of his 13 appearances and played a full 90 minutes in each start. He also nabbed an interception for the second consecutive game, after failing to grab one in three of the previous four appearances.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Regular starter to open campaign Nastasic had eight clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Getafe.

Impact Nastasic has started and played all 90 minutes for the team since ending last season injured. He's recorded two clean sheets while logging in 31 clearances with six blocks to average about 4.4 clearances per game.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out for season Nasatasic (calf) will not return before the end of the season, reports Marca.

Impact Nasatasic has been out for the last three matches with a calf injury and will not be able to make a full recovery before the season ends. He will end the campaign with 10 starts in 14 appearances, recording one goal, 43 clearances and 18 clearances.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shelved again Monday Nastasic (calf) will not be available against Athletic on Monday.

Impact Nastasic finds himself back on the sidelines after having been forced off at halftime versus Atletico Madrid on Wednesday. Even when fully fit, the central defender has struggled for consistent appearances in the starting XI and likely will have to watch from the sidelines periodically once cleared to play.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in loss Nastasic scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 3-1 defeat against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Nastasic scored in the 20th minute to give them the early lead, but they couldn't keep it and ended up with the road loss. That was his first goal in the season. The centerback had missed their previous three games with a strain and left the game during halftime.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Nastasic is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Nastasic has been out for the last three matches with a strain, however is healthy and back in the lineup. He will start at center defense, where he has totaled 18 clearances and eight interceptions in the last seven games.

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Sunday Nastasic is not in the match day squad to face Getafe on Sunday.

Impact Nastasic remains out as he continues to recover from a muscle strain. The center back trained in the buildup to the match so he could return as soon as Wednesday's clash against Atletico Mardid.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team Nastasic (strain) rejoined the squad in tram training ahead of Sunday's clash with Getafe, reports Marca.

Impact It looks to be that Nastasic could return Sunday after training with the team this week. The news of Giovanni Gonzalez (knee) out on injury could open the door for the defender to get more minutes at center back, while also competing with Dennis Hadzikadunic for a starting role. Prior to his injury, Nastasic had generated 18 clearances and eight interceptions in the last seven games played.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not available Monday Nastasic (strain) will not be available for selection for Monday's match against Celta Vigo, reports Marca.

Impact Nastasic will miss his second match in a row with a strain. He had gotten the start in five of the last eight matches, coming off the bench in three of them while being an unused substitute for one. Once he is back with the squad, he will continue his bench roll since joining the team in September from Serie A side Fiorentina.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two tackles at Betis Nastasic generated two tackles (two won), two clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Betis. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 54th minute.

Impact Nastasic had a decent defensive outing, but couldn't help them earn at least one point on the road -- after conceding early in the second half. The centerback co-led his side in tackles during the match. He also picked up his third yellow card so far in the proccess.

MARCH 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for selection Nastasic (undisclosed) is returning to the squad ahead of Saturday's match against Barcelona, according to manager Javier Aguirre.

Impact Nastasic was a late scratch from the Sept. 17 win over Almeria before the international break but looks to be fit for a tough contest Saturday. He's started once since joining Mallorca and could bump Copete from the lineup when able to play from kickoff.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Saturday Nastasic was a late scratch from the starting XI due to an undisclosed injury.

Impact Nastasic was in the initial starting 11 for Mallorca, but was scratched during warmups and replaced by Copete. More information about the defender's status should be available following the match.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Watches Juventus game from bench Nastasic was an unused sub in Saturday's 2-0 win over Juventus.

Impact Nastasic featured just twice in 2022 as he had three center-backs ahead of him in the pecking order. He has posted one tackle, five interceptions, 11 clearances and one block in five appearances (two starts) this season.

MAY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Sassuolo match Nastasic (calf) has been included in Fiorentina's squad list to face Sassuolo Sunday.

Impact Nastasic is available after missing the last six matches due to a significant calf strain. He has mostly been a backup even when healthy, and starters Lucas Martinez Quarta and Nikola Milenkovic are currently fit. He has recorded one tackle, three interceptions and nine clearances in three games (one start) so far.

DECEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss extended time Nastasic has been diagnosed with a grade one/two soleus strain in the left calf, Fiorentina announced.

Impact Nastasic will sit out multiple matches and might not return in 2021 since it could take him up to six weeks to recover. He has been a backup thus far, but Fiorentina could have used in the next game given the suspensions of Lucas Martinez Quarta and Nikola Milenkovic. The coach will have to adapt somebody next to Igor, likely Lorenzo Venuti or Sofyan Amrabat.

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up calf injury Nastasic will leave the national team because of a calf problem, coach Dragan Stojkovic announced.

Impact Nastasic picked up the injury in the friendly with Qatar and the Serbia doctors estimated that he would not have been available for the next game. He has played little so far, but Fiorentina will not have starters Nikola Milenkovic and Lucas Martinez Quarta against Milan.

NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Fiorentina Nastasic has joined Fiorentina on a permanent deal from Schalke 04, the club announced.

Impact Nastasic returns to Florence after nine years abroad spent between Manchester City and Schalke 04. He tallied 50 clearances, 26 interceptions and 11 tackles in 15 games in the past campaign. He will take German Pezzella's place in the roster, but he will have to fight for minutes with Lucas Martinez Quarta and Igor. Naturally, he is not available for the opener against Roma.

AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Reyna stars for Dortmund in 4-0 win against Freiburg

American teen Gio Reyna set up three goals for Borussia Dortmund in a 4-0 win over Freiburg in the Bundesliga

OCTOBER 3, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Serbia defender Nastasic doubtful for World Cup

GELSENKIRCHEN, Germany (AP) Schalke and Serbia defender Matija Nastasic has been ruled out for the rest of the season after suffering cruciate ligament damage to his right knee.

APRIL 12, 2018