Benzema hat trick as Madrid makes winning return to Bernabeu
Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid rallied to avoid disappointing results in their milestone matches in the Spanish leagueSEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
MIKEL OYARZABAL #10 - FORWARD - REAL SOCIEDAD
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0.7 SPG
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Quiet performance in win Oyarzabal had one off-target shot, won one tackle and drew one foul during Saturday's 1-0 win over Levante.
Impact Oyarzabal had a great chance in the 30th minute, when Aleksander Isak found him unmarked with a great through pass, but his shot went too high. The playmaker couldn't have any meaningful contribution afterwards and that led him to be subbed off in the 69th minute. He'll try to bounce back during Sep. 12 visit to Cadiz.
AUGUST 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Luis Enrique names Spain squad with 7 changes from Euro 2020
Spain coach Luis Enrique has announced his squad for upcoming World Cup qualifiers with seven changes from the team that reached the semifinals of the European ChampionshipAUGUST 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Real Madrid held by 10-man Levante; Atlético wins again
Real Madrid couldn’t manage more than a 3-3 draw at Levante in the Spanish league despite playing nearly 10 minutes when Levante was forced to have a defender as its goalkeeperAUGUST 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Records versatile stat line Oyarzabal recorded one goal with five shots (three on goal), four corners and four chances created during a 1-0 win Sunday versus Rayo Vallecano.
Impact Oyarzabal recorded more shots, corners and chances created than any of his Real Sociedad teammates. His ability was rewarded with a penalty-kick opportunity that he successfully scored. Oyarzabal recorded one goal during both of his last two appearances.
AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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AUGUST 22, 2021 • YOUTUBE
Scores in loss Oyarzabal scored one goal from three shots (one on goal) and created one chance during Sunday's 4-2 loss to Barcelona.
Impact Oyarzabal had one of the better goalscoring tallies over the first half of last season and is already off to another good start. Should he be able to turn his first goal into a nice streak and stay healthy, this could be an even better season for Oyarzabal and his club. Up next is a visit from Rayo Vallecano.
AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Messi gone but not forgotten as Barcelona wins league opener
The post-Lionel Messi era has begun for Barcelona with fans chanting his name in the stands and players overcoming his absence on the fieldAUGUST 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
At 38, Alves helps Brazil to soccer gold by beating Spain
Malcom scored in the 108th minute and Brazil won its second consecutive gold medal in men’s soccer with a 2-1 victory over SpainAUGUST 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scores in loss Oyarzabal scored one goal from three shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Brazil.
Impact Oyarzabal took a wonderful strike on the volley to score the equalizer, but a lack of help and tired legs meant he couldn't seal the result in extra time. He should get some rest after his efforts at the Olympics, and that would mean Portu could get some extra playing time to start the La Liga season if Oyarzabal isn't ready to play.
AUGUST 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Strong in win Oyarzabal provided one assist and took four shots (two on goal) during 120 minutes of Tuesday's 1-0 win over Japan.
Impact Oyarzabal could have been better on his own scoring attempts but he still set up Marco Asensio's winner to advance to the gold medal match against Brazil. Though Rafa Mir could have taken his place in the lineup, Oyarzabal did more than enough to keep his place for one final match of the summer.
AUGUST 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Scores from spot in win Oyarzabal scored one goal from a penalty and provided one assist during Saturday's 5-2 win over Cote D'ivoire.
Impact Oyarzabal is finally in a proper scoring mood for the knockout rounds as he also had a goal called back by VAR early in this contest. An upcoming match against Japan will do more to test his mettle.
JULY 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Now at Olympics, Pedri losing count of games after 11 months
Spain midfielder Pedri played his 70th match of the season at the OlympicsJULY 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Oyarzabal key for Spain at Olympics, just like at Euro 2020
Mikel Oyarzabal ended Spain’s 21-year wait for a goal and a win in Olympic soccer by clinching a 1-0 victory over AustraliaJULY 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scores in win Oyarzabal scored oen goal from four shots (one on goal) during Sunday's 1-0 win over Australia.
Impact Oyarzabal couldn't make much of an impact in the previous match against Egypt but made his presence felt in Sunday's result. With the entire Spanish side looking better, Oyarzabal could be quite the asset as long as he's the starting striker heading into the final group stage game against Argentina.
JULY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Spain held to 0-0 by Egypt with 6 players from Euro 2020
Spain was held to a 0-0 draw by Egypt in the team's opening match of the men's Olympic soccer tournament after starting with six players who were at the European Championship two w...JULY 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Shotless in draw Oyarzabal failed to take a shot in 68 minutes of Thursday's scoreless draw with Egypt.
Impact Oyarzabal did make some threatening runs, but couldn't get past a stout Egyptian back line. The start to this tournament looks eerily similar to Spain's opening match at the Euros, so it's important that Oyarzabal gets more aggressive in the attack if he's to make an impact. Up next is the second group stage game against Australia, which beat Argentina 2-0 in their opener.
JULY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Spain has hopes of a bright future after Euro 2020 campaign
The gritty performance by Spain’s youngsters at the European Championship has brought hope of a bright future for the national team after it arrived surrounded by doubts and under...JULY 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Creates three chances versus Italy Oyarzabal took two shots (one on target), sent in two crosses (zero accurate), created three scoring chances and won two duels in Tuesday's 3-5 loss on PKs to Italy.
Impact Oyarzabal had a fine outing, pacing his team for chances, although he whiffed on a great chance to give his team the lead early in the second half, failing to head it home on a ball over the top. He has scored once during the Euro, tallying nine shots, seven chances created and nine crosses in six appearances (one start).
JULY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
The Latest: Italy reaches final, beats Spain in shootout
Italy has reached the European Championship final by beating Spain 4-2 in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 drawJULY 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Slots home winning penalty Oyarzabal took three shots (two on goal) and created three chances from four crosses (three accurate) in addition to scoring the winning penalty during Friday's win over Switzerlan...
Impact Oyarzabal has come off the bench in every match of the tournament and has now made important plays in two straight extra-time games. If this isn't enough to push him into the lineup, he may never get the chance, though his production as a substitute is impressive.
JULY 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
The Latest: Italy advances to semifinals at Euro 2020
Nicolò Barella and Lorenzo Insigne scored a goal each to give Italy a 2-1 win over Belgium and a spot in the European Championship semifinalsJULY 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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
Spain dumps Croatia in extra time, earns European Championship quarters berth Morata and Mikel Oyarzabal scored in extra time Monday to give Spain a 5-3 win over Croatia and a place in the European Championship quarter...
JUNE 28, 2021 • DETROITNEWS.COM
