RODRI NEWS

First assist of season Rodri had an assist while creating four chances during Tuesday's 7-0 win over Leeds.

Impact Rodri set up Kevin De Bruyne in the 32nd minute assisting City's third goal of the match. The assist was the first of the season for the midfielder while his four chances created tied for the second most on the team in the win.

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Man City ruthless, Leeds woeful in 7-0 Premier League rout

Manchester City has inflicted Leeds’ largest-ever Premier League loss with a 7-0 rout

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Man City's 7-0 rout hands Leeds its largest-ever EPL loss

Manchester City has inflicted Leeds’ largest-ever Premier League loss to show why the champions are well-placed for another title

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MATCHDAY: Atlético, Porto vie for Champions League survival

It's the start of the final round of group games in the Champions League

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out against RB Leipzig Rodri (rest) is out of the preliminary squad against RB Leipzig.

Impact Rodri is likely healthy and just being rested with the group placings already decided. The midfielder has been a consistent part of the Manchester City side and should return to his role in defensive midfield against Wolves on Saturday.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nets rare goal Rodri scored once on one shot during Sunday's 3-0 win over Everton.

Impact Rodri scored a goal of the season nominee an absolutely stunning strike that left Jordan Pickford with no chance. The midfielder isn't any sort of offensive threat consistently, and generally lacks fantasy upside, outside of the rare goal.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Spurs rally for 1st EPL win under Conte; stroll for Man City

Tottenham has come from behind to beat Leeds 2-1 and earn a first win under Antonio Conte in the Premier League

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cancelo's pass, Rodri's screamer headlines City's latest win

Joao Cancelo’s latest brilliant assist and a long-range thunderbolt from Rodri led Manchester City to a 3-0 win over Everton in the Premier League

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ansu Fati returns for Spain's decisive World Cup qualifiers

Spain coach Luis Enrique has called up Barcelona teenager Ansu Fati for the national team’s decisive World Cup qualifiers against Greece and Sweden

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Salah wonder goal has Klopp purring despite draw with City

Mohamed Salah was too busy being asked about his wonder goal against Manchester City to get the chance to savor it again for himself after full time at Anfield

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Salah brilliance not enough, Liverpool held 2-2 by Man City

Kevin De Bruyne scored Manchester City's second equalizer in the front of the Kop to secure a 2-2 draw at Liverpool in the Premier League

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Spain calls up Barcelona teenager Gavi for Italy semifinal

Luis Enrique has called up 17-year-old midfielder Gavi Páez for Spain’s semifinal against Italy next week

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

City ends run of losses to Chelsea with 1-0 win in EPL

Manchester City broke its run of losses to Chelsea by handing its Premier League title rival a first defeat of the season thanks to Gabriel Jesus’ deflected goal in a 1-0 win

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting against Chelsea Rodri has been selected in the starting lineup for Saturday's clash with Chelsea.

Impact Rodri was dealing with a muscular injury, but he has recovered and will return after a one-game absence. He has scored once in four League games thus far, adding four shots, five tackles and five chances created.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Status unclear for Chelsea Rodri (muscular) was not mentioned by Pep Guardiola in his press conference ahead of Saturday's match against Chelsea.

Impact Guardiola is keeping things close to his vest and it wouldn't be surprising if Rodri missed another match. He's dealing with muscular problems and didn't play last weekend, meaning another start for Fernandinho in the midfield is possible.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with muscular problems Rodri is dealing with some muscular problems and is hopeful to return Saturday against Chelsea, according to manager Pep Guardiola. "Rodri had some muscular problems - not big, but...

Impact While Fernandinho is a viable options, it's hard to see the veteran starting every match for Man City over a busy period. If Rodri can't get back to health soon, it'll likely mean more starts for Bernardo Silva in the midfield with Ilkay Gundogan possibly playing the defensive midfield role.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out with injury Rodri missed Saturday's draw against Southampton with an undisclosed injury, according to manager Pep Guardiola.

Impact It is unclear how long Rodri will miss, but Fernandinho can cover for him in defensive midfield if necessary.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes five interceptions in win Rodri made five interceptions and logged two tackles (one won) during Wednesday's 6-3 win over RB Leipzig.

Impact Rodri was replaced by Fernandinho after 59 minutes but still put in a good shift. As his stats are heavily reliant on his defensive work rate, Rodri won't always be the most valuable target, though he does have three clean sheets and one goal in his last four starts. Up next is a visit from Southampton, which have scored four times in four matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

City routs Arsenal even without Kane; Liverpool-Chelsea draw

Two goals and an assist from Ferran Torres led Manchester City to a 5-0 victory over 10-man Arsenal

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Arsenal humiliated 5-0 by City in worst start in its history

Two goals and an assist from Ferran Torres has led Manchester City to a 5-0 victory over 10-man Arsenal

AUGUST 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores goal against Arsenal Rodri scored a goal and created two chances in Saturday's 5-0 victory against Arsenal. He also made a clearance, an interception and won three of four tackles in the match.

Impact Rodri was excellent on both sides of the ball on Saturday, keeping a clean sheet and scoring a curled effort from distance in the blowout win. After the international break he will face a Leicester team that is much more dangerous in transition, and has scored four goals in three Premier League matches this season.

AUGUST 28, 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 Championship

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Busquets proves key as Spain gets back on track at Euro 2020

Sergio Busquets had to pause for a moment while talking about his time away from the Spain squad because of the coronavirus

JUNE 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Spain set to bring in Busquets to avoid Euro 2020 debacle

Spain may summon its most experienced player for its most important match at the European Championship

JUNE 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Spain players criticized after ignoring fans at Euro 2020

Spain’s national soccer team has faced criticism for its performances at the European Championship and now the players have to defend themselves from accusations that they snubbed...

JUNE 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS