OSASUNA NEWS

Ante Budimir - Takes three shots against Real Madrid Budimir took three shots (two on target) and created a chance in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Real Madrid. He also made a clearance and won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Budimir has taken 12 shots (five on target) across his last six La Liga appearances up front, but he's only scored one goal in that span. Osasuna similarly only have one win in that period.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aitor Fernandez - Benched in loss Fernandez was an unused substitute in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Real Madrid.

Impact Fernandez was benched Saturday in favor of Sergio Herrera, who made his first La Liga start since October as Osasuna currently have won just one of their last eight games. It is unclear which goalkeeper manager Jagoba Arrasate will choose to utilize against Sevilla next weekend.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Herrera - Concedes two goals to Real Madrid Herrera made four saves but conceded two goals in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Real Madrid.

Impact Herrera held out for a while but eventually succumbed to second-half strikes from Federico Valverde and Marco Asensio on Saturday. This was his first La Liga start since October as he got the nod over Aitor Fernandez in goal, and it is unclear which keeper manager Jagoba Arrasate will choose to play against Sevilla next weekend.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruben Garcia - Comes off injured against Real Madrid Garcia was subbed out of Saturday's defeat against Real Madrid in the 63rd minute after suffering an apparent injury. He took a shot on target and won two of two tackles in the mat...

Impact Garcia was making just his sixth start of the season on the right wing on Saturday, but his night was cut short due to a potential injury. He will be questionable for next weekend's clash against Sevilla.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aimar Oroz - Comes off bench in loss Oroz (strain) subbed in and played the final 20 minutes or so of Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Real Madrid.

Impact Oroz returned from a muscular injury he suffered in late January and was able to feature off the bench against Real Madrid on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Vinícius turns playmaker to cue Madrid's 2-0 win at Osasuna

Vinícius Júnior has turned playmaker to set up a late breakthrough and help Real Madrid win at Osasuna 2-0 in the Spanish league

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

David Garcia - Starting Saturday Garcia (illness) is in the starting XI against Real Madrid on Saturday.

Impact Garcia missed last match with an illness, but is back in the lineup for the clash against Real Madrid. He has generated a goal with 96 clearances and 25 tackles (13 won) in 19 appearances thus far.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aimar Oroz - Available for weekend Oroz (strain) was called up by Osasuna for Saturday's clash against Real Madrid.

Impact Oroz has recovered from a muscular injury he suffered in late January and will be in Osasuna's match day squad for the first time in their last three La Liga games on Saturday. He has started in 11 of his 16 appearances this season, scoring three goals with one assist from either midfield or a front-two.

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid visits Osasuna in Spain before Liverpool trip

Real Madrid visits Osasuna on Saturday looking for a win to stay in touch with Spanish league leader Barcelona

FEBRUARY 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Aimar Oroz - Trains with squad Oroz (strain) returned to training with Osasuna Wednesday ahead of Saturday's clash against Real Madrid.

Impact Oroz has missed the last three matches with a strain suffered last month. He still has a few days to recover before the match against Real Madrid, but will likely be a bench option for the game if he is available.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

David Garcia - Back with Osasuna Garcia (illness) returned to training Wednesday ahead of Saturday's match versus Real Madrid.

Impact Garcia missed last match with an illness and could return for Saturday's matchup against Real Madrid. He has been one of La Liga's best defender with 96 recorded clearances in 18 appearances, which is the third most in the league. In those games, the defender has also generated 26 interceptions and 25 tackles (13 won).

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ezequiel Avila - Suspended against Madrid Avila will be suspended for Saturday's clash with Real Madrid due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Avila will be suspended Saturday after picking up a fifth yellow card during a Sunday draw with Valladolid. The forward will look to return to the starting XI for a Sunday trip to Sevilla. The forward will be tough to replace in the starting XI, though Jon Moncayola is one possible option.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Abdessamad Ezzalzouli - Eligible for return Abde is eligible to return from a one-match ban after being sent off against Espanyol.

Impact Abde is available to return for Saturday's clash with Real Madrid after picking up a one-match ban. The forward has seen a consistent role on the left wing and will likely return to the starting XI for Saturday's match.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Juan Cruz - Picks up fifth yellow card Cruz picked up his fifth yellow card in Sunday's 0-0 draw at Real Valladolid.

Impact Cruz was shown a yellow card in the 34th minute Sunday, his fifth booking of the season. As a result, Cruz will be suspended for Saturday's clash with high-scoring Real Madrid. Cruz had a solid game outside of his booking, as he helped his team keep a clean sheet. He intercepted one pass, blocked one shot and made one clearance in a full 90 minutes.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aitor Fernandez - Keeps clean sheet in draw Fernandez made four saves and kept a clean sheet in Sunday's 0-0 draw at Real Valladolid.

Impact Fernandez kept a clean sheet Sunday, as he saved all four shots on target he faced. He has been in great form as of late, with three clean sheets in his past six matches, and conceding just one goal in the other three. He has yet to make more than four saves in a game, a promising sign that his defense allows a low volume of shots on target. Fernandez and his defense will be put to the test Saturday versus Real Madrid, who have scored 40 goals in 20 league matches this season.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ezequiel Avila - Takes five shots in draw Avila took five shots (one on target), created one chance, had seven crosses (one accurate) and picked up a yellow card in Sunday's 0-0 draw at Real Valladolid.

Impact Avila had a solid game on the attack Sunday, as he led the team in shots and crosses in the scoreless draw. He only managed to put one of his five shots on target, but he did hit the post in the 54th minute on what could have been the winner. His seven crosses are his second most in a game this season, and his one corner taken is just his second since Oct. 20. He put in solid defensive work in the clean sheet too, winning his lone tackle attempted, blocking one shot and making two clearances in his 90 minutes. He did pick up a yellow card though, his sixth of the season.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruben Garcia - Creates three chances off bench Garcia created three chances, took two shots (one on target) and had four crosses (two accurate) in Sunday's 0-0 draw at Real Valladolid.

Impact Garcia was extremely productive Sunday, as he created three chances and recorded four crosses in just 27 minutes of action. He came into the game in the 63rd minute and provided a much needed spark, but still was unable to help his team find the back of the net. His three chances created match a season high, as does his two shots taken. He added to his creative element with four crosses (his most since Nov. 8) and two corners taken. Still, while he has been effective as a substitute throughout the season, it is hard to rely on consistent goal contributions from Garcia until he can find a way into the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aimar Oroz - Working on return Oroz (strain) is continuing his rehab process will be a late-fitness test for Sunday's clash versus Real Valladolid.

Impact Oroz has been in in the starting XI 11 out of the 16 matches played in with three goals and one assist thus far. He will compete with Pablo Ibanez for the starting midfield role when he returns, however Oroz has the advantage with more starts and goals on the campaign.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruben Pena - Recovering well Pena (leg) is keeping up with is recovery process and is doubtful for the match against Real Valladolid on Sunday.

Impact Pena has been out since the end of December with a leg problem. but is making good process in his recover and to a possible return soon. There is no promise that he will be with the team Saturday, but will remain on the bench if he does. Even once healthy, he may see time on the bench with Oscar de Marcos the number one choice at right back for Osasuna.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nacho Vidal - Near return Vidal (groin) is within reach of returning to the team after participating in training Thursday but is still doubtful for Sunday's game against Real Valladolid, according to the cl...

Impact Vidal earned his starting role early in the season with a total of 20 crosses (two accurate), 17 interceptions and 15 clearances in 13 appearances thus far. Diego Moreno will take the start Sunday if Vidal is not available.

FEBRUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Abdessamad Ezzalzouli - Sent off against Espanyol Abde was shown a red card during first half stoppage time of Saturday's draw against Espanyol following a bust up with Ronael Pierre-Gabriel for his second booking of the game. He...

Impact Abde got into it with Pierre-Gabriel after the latter fouled the former, resulting in both players receiving their second bookings and getting sent off. Abde will now be suspended for next weekend's clash against Real Valladolid, with Kike Barja likely to replace him on the left wing.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

David Garcia - Logs seven clearances Garcia registered seven clearances, three tackles (one won), and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Espanyol.

Impact Garcia ups his clearances on the year to 96, which is also the second most in the league. He is averaging 5.3 a match with 36 in the last five games. The 37-year-old is among one of La Liga's best defenders and has helped the team concede just 19 goals so far, which is one of the top seven least in the league.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ezequiel Avila - Gets assist Chimy Avila assisted once to go with one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Espanyol.

Impact Avila still produced for the team with an assist for his second on the year. This gives him a goal and an assist in the last four matches. He also ties his career high of assists and is still three away from his career high of goals with seven thus far. The Argentinian has a high chance to score next match with a trip to Valladolid next Sunday, in which he scored a goal during the last outing on Oct 30. The opponent has also conceded six goals in the last five contests.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE