RODRIGO RIQUELME NEWS

Starts in cup Riquelme got the start and played an hour during Thursday's 2-0 win over UE Vic.

Impact Riquelme hasn't been a major contributor of late, coming off the bench more often than not. He got the start in Copa del Rey action and put together a solid hour on the pitch. He will occasionally get starts or minutes off the bench at left-back or left wing, but for the most part Riquelme seems set as a depth option moving forward.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Impresses in debut season Riquelme scored three goals and added five assists in 34 appearances (17 starts) in La Liga.

Impact Riquelme added eight goal contributions, matching his tally with Girona. The winger never established a true starting role, but he wasn't expected to. Instead he made the most of his limited chances, and played a valuable depth role. Barring injury Riquelme should have no problems replicating this role in the coming seasons.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in start Riquelme scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Mallorca.

Impact Riquelme picked up his first start since the first half of April, and he made the opportunity meaningful by logging the only goal of Atletico Madrid's game Saturday. He now has three goals across the 2023-24 La Liga.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal in win Monday Rodrigo Riquelme assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Monday's 2-1 victory over Villarreal.

Impact Riquelme delivered a perfect corner kick that was nodded home by Axel Witsel in the near post, giving Atletico the lead in the opening 10 minutes of the match. Riquelme has not been a regular starter for Atletico, but it's worth noting he has racked up three assists over his last 10 appearances (four starts) across all competitions.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient off bench Riquelme had seven crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Cadiz.

Impact Riquelme was a decent sub off the bench, recording seven crosses during Saturday's loss. He had only recorded seven crosses in the last five games, totaling an assist on just one start in that span.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute in win Rodrigo Riquelme assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-0 victory versus Las Palmas.

Impact Riquelme subbed on in the second half and assisted Memphis Depay in the 87th minute to seal Atletico's easy win at home with his fourth assist in the season. The midfielder now assisted twice in his last four appearances (two starts). He logged six starts in the last nine games and will look to get the nod again.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Set piece assist Rodrigo Riquelme assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory over Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Riquelme appeared in his sixth consecutive match (five starts) Wednesday. His sumptuous cross from a free kick led to a headed goal that opened the scoring. The assist was Riquelme's second during his six-start appearance streak and his third on the season. He has also contributed two goals in all competitions.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Assists opener against Getafe Rodrigo Riquelme assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Tuesday's 3-3 draw versus Getafe.

Impact Riquelme played a key role by assisting the opener for Antoine Griezmann in the 44th minute and hit the woodwork with a shot. He also made a tackle during the match. However, he was involved in a costly incident, conceding a penalty in the 92nd minute, which ultimately led to his team losing the game. He has recorded two goals and two assists this season, but before this game, his last goal involvement was against Las Palmas in early November.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bags opening goal Rodrigo Riquelme scored one goal to go with three shots (three on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Riquelme scored the opener for Atletico on Sunday, finding the back of the net in the 26th minute off of an Alvaro Morata assist. This was only the attacker's second goal of the season, despite appearing seven times. He earned his first start in four matches against Alaves and looks to be a rotational player this season after only starting in three matches this campaign.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal off bench Rodrigo Riquelme scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) in Thursday's 2-0 win versus Osasuna.

Impact Rodrigo Riquelme scored his first goal of the season after coming off the bench Thursday. He's started once in three league matches, with new signing Samuel Lino getting the start at left back the last three matches, assisting twice in that span.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Osasuna Riquelme (strain) is in Girona's starting lineup for Sunday's season finale against Osasuna.

Impact Riquelme returns to the XI on the left wing Sunday after recovering from a muscular injury that had sidelined him for Girona's last two games.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Listed on team sheet Riquelme is on the team sheet for Sunday's finale against Osasuna.

Impact Riquelme will be an option for Sunday's finale after missing the last two matches with a strain. He will likely get the start after starting his previous five games, totaling two assists in that span.

JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with muscular injury Riquelme (strain) was not called up by Girona for Tuesday's clash against Celta Vigo.

Impact Riquelme played the full 90 minutes in Saturday's loss to Villarreal, and he's tallied 10 shots, 10 chances created and two assists across his last five league appearances (all starts), but he will not be available to face Celta on Tuesday due to a muscle injury he has sustained. With Toni Villa (knee) still out as well, Reinier or Valery could be options to replace him on the left wing.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eight crosses in loss Riquelme sent in eight crosses (one accurate) and attempted three shots (two on target) in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Villarreal.

Impact Riquelme, who has two assists in his last four games, ranked first for attempted crosses and was unlucky to not get on the scoresheet when his effort was well saved by Pepe Reina. He has four goals and four assists in total this season.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in draw Rodrigo Riquelme assisted once to go with five crosses (four accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Real Sociedad.

Impact Riquelme gave away an early penalty in the 5th minute which was converted by Mikel Oyarzabal but made amends when he assisted Cristhian Stuani in the first-half stoppage time. He recorded the most crosses in his team (5) and also completed one dribble and one tackle. He has four goals and four assists this season in 23 starts and also averages 1.6 shots per game. He was replaced in the 90th minute by Alexander Callens.

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bags assist Rodrigo Riquelme assisted once to go with three crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Monday's 2-0 victory over Sevilla.

Impact Riquelme found Juanpe to get his third assist of the season. He's not totaled four goals and three assists in 30 appearances, 21 of them coming as starts. This also breaks his run of no goal contributor, netting a goal and an assist for the first time since Feb 26.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in loss Riquelme took two shots (one on target), created one chance and recorded four crosses (none accurate) in Monday's 1-0 loss versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Riquelme recorded two shots (one on target) Monday, marking his fourth straight match with at least one shot on target. He also created one chance and whipped in four inaccurate crosses. He had a decent day on the defensive end for a forward too, as he won his lone tackle attempted and intercepted two passes in his full 90 minutes of action.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Girona routs Almeria 6-2 in Spanish league

Girona has rolled to a 6-2 thrashing of Almeria in the Spanish league in a lopsided meeting of two promoted teams

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nets goal and assists Rodrigo Riquelme scored one goal and assisted once from one shot, four crosses (one accurate), three tackles (two won) and three chances created in Friday's 6-2 win versus Almeria.

Impact Riquelme was flying in the match, getting both a goal and an assist before halftime Friday. This has given him four goals and two assists on the campaign thus far. In the last eight matches, the forward has started in six of the eight games and has totaled one goal, two assists, 13 chances created and 19 crosses (two accurate).

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of season Rodrigo Riquelme assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Valencia.

Impact Riquelme bagged in his first assist of the year to help put Girona on top against Valencia on Sunday. He has struggled to get on the scoresheet all season with just three goals and one assist in the forward position. The Spaniard has failed to score in the last six matches with 11 shots (four on target) in that span.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in defeat Rodrigo Riquelme scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and three crosses (one accurate) in Thursday's 3-2 loss versus Almeria.

Impact Riquelme has found his groove with his third goal in four matches. He is now the team's leader in goals scored with three. The Spaniard is taking more shots on the net by bringing his shots per match to 2.3. In the last five matches the young forward has scored three goals on 21 shots (nine on target) and 19 crosses (three accurate).

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores again in loss Rodrigo Riquelme scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate), and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Riquelme has been on a tear of late with his second goal in two matches. This follows five straight games played without a goal. Seems like the 22-year-old is picking up the pace and adjusting to Girona' style of play in his first season with the club. He now has a total of two goals on 14 shots (six on target) and 10 crosses (one accurate) in the last five matches.

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sevilla held 1-1 by Bilbao in Sampaoli's return; Madrid wins

Sevilla has been held to 1-1 at home by Athletic Bilbao in the first game since Jorge Sampaoli returned as its coach

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores against Real Sociedad Riquelme scored a goal off five shots (four on target) during Sunday's 5-3 loss against Real Sociedad.

Impact Riquelme couldn't find a better way to open his scoring account for the season. In the 23rd minute, the attacker put the ball through an opponent's legs before firing a spectacular long-range shot that few goalkeepers, if any, would be able to stop. He kept playing well after the goal, leading all players in shots attempted, but that wasn't enough for his side to escape with at least one point. Up next for Riquelme is Saturday's visit to Atletico Madrid.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE