Messi, Mbappé lead selections for AP's team of the World Cup
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Busy off bench Rodrygo recorded four crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Friday's 1-1 (4-2 on penalties) defeat against Croatia.
Impact Rodrygo came off the bench and was creative during Friday's loss, creating a pair of chances and sending in four crosses. The winger appeared in all five matches at the World Cup, but remained a rotational option throughout, making just one start. Rodrygo will head back to Madrid to try and build on a strong opening 12 appearances, having scored and assisted four times before the World Cup break.
DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Assists off bench versus Switzerland Rodrygo made an assist and had two shots (one on target) after coming off the bench during Monday's 1-0 win over Switzerland.
Impact Rodrygo was brought at halftime to replace Lucas Paqueta and made an immediate impact as Brazil became a more dangerous side once he subbed in. And to crown his performance he assisted Casemiro for the game-winning goal in the 83rd minute. Rodrygo has been one of the best players coming off the bench over the first two rounds of this tournament and, regardless of his head coach resting the starters or not, is a strong candidate for making the lineup for Friday's clash against Cameroon.
NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Brazil advances at World Cup with 1-0 win over Switzerland
Brazil overcame the absence of Neymar to beat Switzerland 1-0 and advance to the round of the 16 of the World CupNOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Brazil with plenty of options to replace Neymar at World Cup
With Neymar out for at least another match, Brazil coach Tite must now start thinking about a replacement - and this time he has plenty of optionsNOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Brazil getting ready to dance at the World Cup
Brazilian players are hoping to do a lot of dancing at the World Cup in QatarNOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Brazil star Neymar shows incredible first touch on ball dropped from drone
Brazil star Neymar showed off his incredible first touch — on a ball dropped 35 meters straight down from a drone.NOVEMBER 16, 2022
Brazil World Cup squad includes 9 forwards, Dani Alves
Brazil coach Tite has included nine forwards in his World Cup squadNOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Takes four shots in loss Rodrygo put four shots off target, created one chance and conceded a yellow card during Monday's 3-2 loss to Rayo Vallecano.
Impact Rodrygo had his chances but couldn't get passed an inspired performance by the hosts. Well on pace to a career-best season, Rodrygo has made Brazil's roster for the World Cup but he might not play much with Neymar and Vinicius Junior in the side.
NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores penalty in win Rodrygo scored one penalty goal from five shots (two on goal) and created two chances during Wednesday's 5-1 win over Celtic.
Impact Rodrygo got another start with Karim Benzema only available from the bench and scored for the second time in the last three matches (both coming in UCL). He's now scored seven times and logged five assists in 16 appearances across all competitions. This is exceptional since Karim Benzema hasn't been in perfect form all season and with Vinicius Junior racking up his own high tally in the first half of the season. All three of those mentioned are on track to take good form into the World Cup.
NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Available despite knock Rodrygo was declared as available for Sunday's match against Girona despite missing Saturday's training session, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti.
Impact Rodrygo has logged two assists and scored one goal over his last three starts, two of which have come with Karim Benzema unavailable yet again. If Rodrygo is fit enough to start, expect him to remain as the central forward since Benzema has already missed the squad list for Sunday's game.
OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores from spot in loss Rodrygo scored one penalty foal from four shots (three on goal) during Tuesday's 3-2 loss to RB Leipzig.
Impact Rodrygo tried to salvage the match but couldn't save his team from their first loss of the season. Much of Rodrygo's role depends on the health of others, but he's now scored six goals and logged four assists in his last 13 appearances, contributing close to three goals for every three appearances. So long as he continues to earn the favor of manager Carlo Ancelotti, Rodrygo is all but certain to end with the best season of his young career.
OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Takes four shots in win Rodrygo took four shots and created two chances in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Sevilla. He also made two interceptions and won one of one tackles in the match.
Impact Rodrygo was dangerous on Saturday despite not getting on the scoresheet against Sevilla. He has taken a combined six shots (two on target) with four chances created across his last three appearances -- one of them being a five-minute cameo off the bench -- with a goal and two assists in that span.
OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Assists twice in win Rodrygo assisted twice to go with one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-0 win against Elche.
Impact Rodrygo was effective in the game by contributing two of the three goals in the match. His form has been splendid of late with two goals, two assists and seven chances created in the last five matches. The Brazilian is on pace to break both his goal scoring and assists record for a single season at the current rate he is on by averaging 2.4 shots per match.
OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores penalty in win Rodrygo scored one penalty goal in five minutes as a substitute during Sunday's 3-1 win over Barcelona.
Impact Rodrygo came off the bench for the first time in eight matches but still scored his fourth goal in that time. It has been impressive for Rodrygo to produce numbers of this level, though the injuries for Karim Benzema have helped him play more frequently. Now that he's in good form, expect Rodrygo to continue making an impact during a busy period before the World Cup break.
OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores and assists in UCL Rodrygo scored one goal from four shots and assisted another from two chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Shakhtar.
Impact Rodrygo had a great outing, first scoring the opener in the 13th minute before assisting Vinicius Junior in the 28th to seal the win. The forward now has four goals and three assists in the season. He started for the fifth straight game and sixth time overall in the season in eight appearances.
OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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By dancing, Rodrygo and Vinícius make stance against racism
Real Madrid’s young Brazilian forwards made a statement against racism in soccer by dancing after a goalSEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scores goal against Atletico Rodrygo scored a goal and made an interception in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Atletico Madrid.
Impact Rodrygo opened the scoring in Sunday's Madrid derby with a well-struck half volley from an Aurelien Tchouameni chipped pass. Rodrygo is already up to three goals and two assists in just four La Liga appearances this season, averaging 1.6 direct goal involvements per 90 minutes in the competition.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Takes three shots versus RB Leipzig Rodrygo had three off-target shots, created one chance and drew three fouls during Wednesday's 2-0 Champions League 2-0 win over RB Leipzig.
Impact Rodrygo made his second consecutive start and didn't shine as he did during Madrid's league win last weekend but was still a huge threat from the right flank. Unfortunately for the winger, accuracy wasn't there this time but, with Karim Benzema (upper leg) still questionable for Sunday's league derby versus Atletico Madrid, he should have another chance to start.
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
VinÃcius, Rodrygo lead perfect Madrid to win over Mallorca Vinà cius Júnior and Rodrygo have come through in the absence of Karim Benzema to keep Real Madrid perfect this season
SEPTEMBER 11, 2022 • DAILYHERALD.COM
