SANTI MINA NEWS

Training over break Mina (hamstring) returned to training over the break and should be an option for the Nov. 20 contest against Villarreal.

Impact This is a great sign for Mina, who suffered the injury only a week ago. With two weeks of training, it's expected he'll return to the starting XI next match where he's produced four goals and three assists in 12 starts.

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to preliminary squad Mina (hamstring) is in the preliminary squad for Saturday's clash with Barcelona.

Impact Mina is in the preliminary squad for Saturday's match, and should be available. It's unlikely for Mina to start, but a run out in the second half to test his fitness seems likely.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off with hamstring injury Mina (hamstring) was brought off the pitch with a hamstring injury last time out.

Impact Mina dealing with a hamstring injury could be worst case scenario for Celta Vigo, who have struggled for attacking acumen all season. The forward will undergo tests in the coming days to determine how serious the injury was.

NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fires three shots Mina took three shots (two on goal) during Thursday's 2-0 loss to Real Sociedad.

Impact Mina was held off the scoresheet but not from a lack of effort on Thursday. The forward didn't cross or create a chance but his three shots tied for the team-high total in the loss.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Held quiet in loss Mina shot three times, off target, during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Sevilla.

Impact Mina had a few shots but none were threatening, and he looked largely off the pace. The Sevilla defense did well to contain the forward, who has fallen out of form recently. He will look to get back in the goals Monday, against Getafe.

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Mina is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match with Elche.

Impact Mina was a slight doubt in the buildup to the match after picking up an ankle sprain last game week. The forward will help lead the line for Celta during their La Liga clash with Elche.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sprains ankle vs. Granada Mina picked up a sprained ankle during Monday's 1-0 win over Granada.

Impact Mina didn't come off the pitch and seemed to be moving well, even setting up the winning goal late in second half stoppage time. The club announced his ankle sprain though, an injury that could set him back for weeks depending on the severity. Nolito or Denis Suarez would be likely to move up the pitch if Mina isn't good to go for Sunday's trip to Elche.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in win Mina provided one assist from one chance created during Monday's 1-0 win over Granada.

Impact Mina is the top attacker for La Celeste right now with two goals and three assists in his last four starts. He should remain a competitive target against Elche, which have conceded eight goals in seven matches.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records two assists Mina recorded two assists during a 2-0 win Tuesday against Levante.

Impact Mina recorded his first two assists of the 2021-22 La Liga. Surprisingly, he has been more versatile (concerning goal contributions) since sitting out Celta Vigo's April 18 league game. Mina recorded six goals and four assists across his last 13 La Liga appearances.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cádiz beats Celta for 1st Spanish league win this season

Cádiz has held on for a 2-1 victory at Celta Vigo to end its winless streak in the Spanish league

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores in loss Mina scored one goal from three shots (two on goal) during Sunday's 5-2 loss to Real Madrid.

Impact Mina bagged an early opener thanks to some shocking passing from the back by Los Blancos and it made for an interesting start even if the final score told a different story. With one goal from seven shots taken over his last two games, Mina seems to be finding his stride following a slow start to the season. Up next is Friday's visit from Cadiz, which have conceded seven goals in four games to open the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Benzema hat trick as Madrid makes winning return to Bernabeu

Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid rallied to avoid disappointing results in their milestone matches in the Spanish league

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes four shots in loss Mina had four off-target shots and created two chances during Saturday's 1-0 loss against Athletic Bilbao.

Impact Mina had his best outing of the season so far, but still lacked the accuracy he displayed last season. The forward is yet to put a shot on target over three matches and will try to finally open his scoring account during Sep. 11 visit to Real Madrid.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in loss Mina created two chances during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Real Betis.

Impact Mina scored braces on two different occasions over the final four matches of the season but failed to find the net Saturday. With 12 goals and three assists, Mina matched his best scoring total since 2017/18 to be one of just 19 players to log double-digit goals in the 2020/21 season.

MAY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

With Barcelona out of title race, Messi has future to decide

Lionel Messi has a big question to resolve now that Barcelona's season is effectively over

MAY 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brace in win Mina scored twice on two shots during Sunday's 2-1 win over Barcelona.

Impact Mina proved to be the difference maker, netting twice to take the win against a tough Barcelona side. The forward has four goals in his last three matches and is in blistering form to end the season. His season finale is a Sunday clash with Betis.

MAY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Late Suárez goal moves Atlético 1 win from league title

Luis Suárez has scored an 88th-minute winner as Atlético Madrid rallied to beat Osasuna 2-1 and move one win away from claiming its first Spanish league title since 2014

MAY 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Provides assist in win over Getafe Mina provided an assist, created one chance, made two tackles (one won) and drew two fouls during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Getafe.

Impact Mina made a big contribution in the 24th minute, slightly deflecting a cross from the right towards Nolito, who didn't have much trouble to beat the goalkeeper and score the lone goal of the match. The forward had five goals and two assists over his last 10 matches and will try to keep appearing on the scoresheet during Sunday's visit to Barcelona.

MAY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Valencia walks off field in racism protest; Atlético loses

Atlético Madrid risks seeing its once-comfortable Spanish league lead cut to a point after losing to Sevilla

APRIL 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Benzema nets 2 in Madrid win at Celta; Sevilla keeper scores

Karim Benzema netted two goals to extend his scoring streak and help Real Madrid move to second in the Spanish league

MARCH 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Santi Mina nets 2 as Celta beats Elche 3-1 in La Liga MADRID (AP) — Striker Santi Mina scored twice as Celta Vigo showed off its talented attack in beating Elche 3-1 in the Spanish league on Fri...

FEBRUARY 12, 2021 • OLEANTIMESHERALD.COM