RONALD ARAUJO NEWS

Suspended against Cadiz Araujo will miss Monday's clash against Cadiz with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Araujo picked up his fifth yellow card of the La Liga season in last weekend's victory over Levante, meaning he will be suspended for Monday's game. Gerard Pique (groin) would be able to replace him for the game in central defense if he's fit enough, or Clement Lenglet would likely be the next option if Pique can't play.

APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in win Araujo made three tackles and created one chance during Sunday's 1-0 win over Sevilla.

Impact Araujo put together a busy showing on both sides of the ball in what was an all-around quiet match. The defender had plenty of time and was confident throughout the match putting together some solid defensive volume. Araujo should be a solid, if not glamorous fantasy option for a Sunday trip to Levante.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona makes statement with big win at Real Madrid

Barcelona’s players had just returned to the locker room when Gerard Piqué put out a message on Twitter saying “we are back.”

MARCH 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Barcelona stuns Madrid 4-0 at Bernabéu to end losing streak

Barcelona’s five-game losing streak against Real Madrid has ended with a stunning 4-0 win in the last “clásico” of the season

MARCH 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nets rare goal Araujo scored once on one shot during Sunday's 4-0 win over Madrid.

Impact Araujo scored his fourth goal of the campaign during Sunday's one-sided rout. The defender was in brilliant form throughout the match and looked stout defensively. The goal is simply a cherry on top for Araujo who has little fantasy value due to his role. That said Barcelona are in good form and Araujo could be in line for multiple clean sheets.

MARCH 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Araujo is fit and in the match day squad to face Valencia on Sunday.

Impact Araujo returns after dealing with a lower leg injury in the buildup to the match. The defender starts in the Barcelona back line for Sunday's La Liga clash with Valencia.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late test Sunday Araujo (lower leg) will test his fitness Saturday with another check pre-match Sunday, according to AS.com.

Impact Araujo suffered the lower leg injury during a clash with Atletico Madrid and has been recovering ever since. While it appears that he avoided a very serious injury it's still be a quick recovery for Araujo. The defender would need to have no discomfort both Saturday and Sunday to suit up against Valencia.

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

The Ronald Araujo or Eric Garcia debate, and what it means for the future of Barcelona's defence Ronald Araujo, despite having the strongest defensive stats compared to Garcia, has an uncertain future at Barcelona

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Scores in win over Atletico Araujo scored a goal off his lone shot and made two clearances and one interception during Sunday's 4-2 win over Atletico Madrid.

Impact Araujo couldn't rack up good defensive fantasy numbers, but once again made a huge contribution on the attacking end in the 43rd minute, being at the right place to sent the ball home after his teammates failed to pickup a rebound off the crossbar. This was the second goal over the last four starts for the centre back, who has his starting spot locked down at the heart of the defense. Up next for Araujo is Sunday's derby against Espanyol.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Supercopa Araujo (hand) played the full 120 minutes of Wednesday's Supercopa semifinal defeat against Real Madrid.

Impact Araujo fractured a few bones in his hand only a week ago, but he has already recovered and played the entire game including extra time in central defense on Wednesday.

JANUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury in Copa del Rey Araujo was subbed out of Wednesday's Copa del Rey victory against Linares after suffering an injury. Barcelona confirmed Thursday that he fractured two bones in his right hand and...

Impact Araujo has been one of Barcelona's best defenders this season but he is now set to miss an unspecified amount of time as his hand heals from surgery. Sergino Dest (illness) will likely return to his spot at right back if he's fit, or Oscar Mingueza could fill in.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Sevilla Araujo scored a goal and created a chance in Tuesday's 1-1 draw against Sevilla. He also made two interceptions, and he took three shots overall in the match.

Impact Araujo equalized Tuesday's game with a towering header just before halftime, his second goal of the season. He has grown into one of his side's best defenders heading into the winter break, and he will be ready to return Jan. 2 against Mallorca, which have scored just 17 goals in 18 La Liga matches.

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona out of Champions League in loss to Bayern Munich

Barcelona will not play in the knockout rounds of the Champions League for the first time in 18 years after a 3-0 loss to Bayern Munich ensured the Catalan club was eliminated from...

DECEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Stays in starting XI Araujo (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Araujo apparently didn't suffer a true injury midweek, as he's again in the XI Saturday. He looks to have a starting role under Xavi in what is a three-man back line that's resulted in back-to-back clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Benfica Araujo was subbed out of Tuesday's Champions League draw in the 86th minute after suffering an apparent injury. He took two shots and won five of five tackles in the match before b...

Impact Araujo seemed to have injured himself while putting the ball in the back of the net for what looked to be the game-winning goal, only for it to be called offsides. It is unclear whether he will be forced to miss additional game time, but Sergino Dest's return at right back will take some strain off the back line.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Dynamo Araujo (hamstring) will be held in reserve for Tuesday's Champions League matchup with Dynamo Kyiv.

Impact Considering Araujo missed the club's last five matches while dealing with his hamstring injury, it shouldn't come as a surprise to see him coming off the bench. Barring any setbacks, the central defender should be in the mix for a spot in the starting XI against Celta Vigo on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Travels to Kyiv Araujo (hamstring) is in the traveling squad for Tuesday's clash with Kyiv.

Impact Araujo is available Tuesday, and is in the traveling squad for the match. The defender could slot straight back into the starting XI after the recent injury to Gerard Pique.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hamstring injury confirmed Araujo (hamstring) has suffered a right hamstring injury and will be unavailable for selection, Barcelona confirmed Thursday.

Impact Araujo's return from international duty for testing ended as expected, confirming a hamstring injury. While the severity isn't clear he should be sidelined for at least two weeks, with the potential for longer. Due to the nature of the injury re-aggravation or a slower healing process are both possible. With Araujo out the already taxed defense will look to Clement Lenglet or Samuel Umtiti to fill in at center-back.

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Thigh injury forces return Araujo (thigh) is returning to Barcelona after suffering thigh injury on international duty, according to Reshad Rahman of SBNation.

Impact Araujo is returning to Barcelona with a thigh injury, and adding to the seemingly endless list of injured players in Catalunya. The defender has been seeing consistent playing time and truly thriving with the opportunity, Barcelona will want him back as soon as possible. Clement Lenglet could step up in his place, or even the seemingly outcast Samuel Umtiti, if the injury crisis get's any worse.

OCTOBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner against Granada Araujo scored one goal from five shots (three on goal) during Monday's 1-1 draw with Granada.

Impact Araujo was playing more like a winger than a center-back as he sped past fullbacks on the wing and snuck into the box for a clean strike to win the game. With two yellow cards earned in his last two league starts, these offensive stats are his way to fantasy relevance if he can't record a clean sheet.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes yellow card in win Araujo conceded a yellow card and won one tackle during the 2-1 win over Getafe on Aug 29.

Impact Araujo was handed his first start of the season due to a shortage of starters in defense. With the Champions League about to begin and Gerard Pique showing more injury issues this season as well, Araujo is sure to get plenty of chances to play.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in draw Araujo logged 59 minutes off the bench during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Araujo came in for the injured Gerard Pique (calf), who rushed back from an issue to play in this game and seemingly made things worse. As a result, Araujo has a decent chance to start in Sunday's match against Getafe, though the return of Oscar Mingueza will also impact how things turn out.

AUGUST 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona brings defender Eric Garcia home from Man City

Barcelona continues to boost its squad with free transfers as the club tries to bounce back from disappointing seasons

JUNE 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting Sunday Araujo (ankle) made the starting lineup for Sunday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Araujo had picked up an ankle injury last week but it won't force him to miss any full matches.

MAY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury in draw Araujo suffered an injury to his right ankle, according to Javier Miguel of AS.

Impact With no recent announcement from the club to confirm how long he'll be out, Araujo may still be able to return by Sunday's match against Celta Vigo. Over the final two matches of the season, Gerard Pique, Clement Lenglet and Oscar Mingueza will be the top three options at center-back if Araujo is unable to play.

MAY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE