Vinícius, Rodrygo lead perfect Madrid to win over Mallorca
Vinícius Júnior and Rodrygo have come through in the absence of Karim Benzema to keep Real Madrid perfect this seasonSEPTEMBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Brazil calls up new target man Pedro for friendlies
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Barça newcomers lead 3-0 win at Sevilla, Madrid beats Betis
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Out of squad Rodrygo (strain) is unavailable for Saturday's trip to Celta Vigo.
Impact Rodrygo evidently rushed his return to training during Wednesday's session and has since been ruled out of making his season debut in Vigo. This could put either Marcos Asensio or Federico Valverde on the right wing for this game.
AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Overdoes it in practice Rodrygo (strain) was limited in Thursday's training session ahead of Saturday's trip to Celta Vigo, according to his club.
Impact Rodrygo just came back to training Wednesday, as it's reported by Pedro Fullana of Cadena SER that he went too fast and now suffers from overwork. While he could still be available in some capacity, Federico Valverde could now be guaranteed to start Saturday just to keep everyone fit.
AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Participates in training Rodrygo (undisclosed) was a full participant in Wednesday's training session ahead of Saturday's trip to Celta Vigo.
Impact Rodrygo is likely to be available for his first league appearance of the season but he may not start while Federico Valverde remains in good form. It may take some time for Rodrygo to break into the starting lineup because of how deep this team is, but he's sure to get his chances at some point but whether that comes in or out of league play is something to find out.
AUGUST 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Trains separately Rodrygo (knock) trained separately during Monday's session ahead of Saturday's trip to Celta Vigo.
Impact Rodrygo was absent in Sunday's opener against Almeria and will continue to miss games as long as he can't train with his teammates. Federico Valverde has found more chances to play on the right wing and could continue in that spot over the next few weeks.
AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out with knock Rodrygo (undisclosed) is not in Real Madrid's match day squad for Sunday's season opener against Almeria.
Impact Rodrygo was training individually this week as he deals with an injury that is not expected to be serious, Spanish newspaper Sport reported Saturday. Federico Valverde is starting on the right wing against Almeria with Marco Asensio available on the bench.
AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off bench in UCL win Rodrygo played the final minute plus stoppage time of Saturday's 1-0 Champions League Final victory against Liverpool.
Impact Rodrygo is starting to grow into his potential, as evidenced by his stoppage-time brace against Manchester City in the UCL semifinals to turn the game on its head in Real Madrid's favor. He ends the season with a combined nine goals and six assists across 44 appearances (21 starts) in La Liga and the Champions League, and the 21-year-old will want to continue developing next season to make the starting spot on the right wing his own.
MAY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Vinícius and Rodrygo get 1st shot at Champions League glory
Two talented young Brazilians are part of a Real Madrid squad filled with experienced players and will get their first shot at Champions League glory on SaturdayMAY 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Assists with lone chance created Rodrygo had an assist with his lone chance created during Sunday's match with Cadiz.
Impact Rodrygo set up Mariano in the fifth minute helping to open the scoring in the match. The assist was the third of the season for the forward coming from his lone chance created in the match.
MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Good form continues Rodrygo scored once on three shots (two on goal) during Thursday's 6-0 win over Levante.
Impact Rodrygo now has scored five goals in his last four matches in all competition and is in fine form. The winger has been gelling excellently with Vinicius Junior and Karim Benzema up top, and should be a solidified starter to close out the campaign. Next up is a Sunday trip to Cadiz.
MAY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Brazil friendly match against rival Argentina canceled
Brazil’s friendly match against rival Argentina scheduled for June in Australia has been canceledMAY 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Heroic on Wednesday Rodrygo scored twice while taking three shots (all on goal) during Wednesday's 3-1 win over Manchester City.
Impact Rodrygo entered the match in the 68th minute and scored in the 90th and 91st to level the aggregate and force extra time. The goals upped the forward's season total to five in the Champions League.
MAY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores brace against Espanyol Rodrygo scored two goals and created two chances in Saturday's 4-0 victory against Espanyol.
Impact Rodrygo's excellent May continued Saturday as he bagged a brace to help his side clinch the La Liga title. He has four goals and two assists in seven appearances in all competitions this month, and he'll likely continue to get minutes as the season winds down, particularly in the league.
APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores, assists in win Rodrygo scored one goal from one shot and provided one assist from three chances created during the second half of Sunday's 3-2 win over Sevilla.
Impact Rodrygo has only started once in the last three matches but he's recorded two goals and two assists in that time. Whether as a starter or from the bench, Rodrygo should have plenty of motivation for the coming games against Osasuna and Manchester City in the UCL.
APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores as substitute Rodrygo scored a goal with his lone shot during Tuesday's 3-2 loss to Chelsea.
Impact Rodrygo entered the match in the 78th minute and scored Real's first goal just two minutes into his appearance. The goal was the third of the Champions League for the forward as he made the most of his limited time on the pitch.
APRIL 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Genius Modric Assist Leads to Rodrygo's Leveling Goal ' Real Madrid vs. Chelsea
APRIL 12, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Provides assist in win Rodrygo provided an assist, had two off-target shots, created four chances, sent in four crosses (two accurate) and drew two fouls during Saturday's 2-0 win over Getafe.
Impact Rodrygo received another start with some starters being rested and made most of the opportunity, pacing his side in chances created and assisting Lucas Vazquez for the goal that sealed the 2-0 win in the 68th minute. This was the first appearance on the scoresheet for the winger since December. He'll probably be an option off the bench for Tuesday's second leg of UCL quarterfinal against Chelsea.
APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Three shots Sunday Rodrygo shot three times (once on goal) during Sunday's 4-0 loss to Barcelona.
Impact Rodrygo tried his best to make a difference, but the Madrid attack was entirely incompetent Sunday. They were simply outplayed by Barcelona and offered little threat going forward. Rodrygo will hope to bounce back after the international break, against Celta Vigo.
MARCH 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Barcelona Rodrygo (strain) is in Real Madrid's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Barcelona.
Impact Rodrygo picked up a muscle strain in last week's victory against Mallorca, but he has recovered enough to start up front in Karim Benzema's (calf) absence on Sunday.
MARCH 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up knock in win Rodrygo was replaced by Marco Asensio after 71 minutes of Monday's 3-0 win over Mallorca with an apparent injury, according to Ruben Jimenez of MARCA.
Impact Rodrygo looked definitely hampered during and after a physical match Monday in which a few different heavy challenges were thrown around. As his production hasn't been the best it's not a major problem, but it could change how the side lines up for Sunday's El Clasico against Barcelona.
MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Martinelli named in Brazil World Cup squad for first time
Brazil coach Tite has called up uncapped Arsenal striker Gabriel Martinelli for the first time for the last two World Cup qualifying matches at the end of the monthMARCH 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Active in win Rodrygo took four shots (one on goal) and created one chance from six crosses during 77 minutes of Saturday's 4-1 win over Real Sociedad.
Impact Rodrygo received a rare start over Marco Asensio, who later took his place on the pitch and scored a late goal. As a result, even with a reasonable showing it may be hard for Rodrygo to get consistent minutes any time soon.
MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Brazil excludes unvaccinated Lodi from World Cup qualifiers
Brazil coach Tite has announced his squad for two upcoming World Cup qualifier matches, leaving out injured star Neymar and noting that defender Renan Lodi wasn’t selected because...JANUARY 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
