SERGIO BUSQUETS NEWS

On bench for Atlanta clash Busquets (strain) is on the bench Saturday versus Atlanta United.

Impact Busquets had been ruled out by manager Tata Martino earlier in the week but ended up being fit enough to play a substitute role Saturday. He has recently featured as a midfielder, so he could challenge Matias Rojas, Benjamin Cremaschi and Federico Redondo in the current lineup.

NOVEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Busquets now may play alongside Lionel Messi for Inter Miami against Atlanta United

Sergio Busquets was initially ruled out of Saturday’s Inter Miami game against Atlanta United.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Officially questionable Busquets (strain) is listed as questionable for Saturday's clash with Atlanta.

Impact Busquets was ruled out earlier in the day by manager Tata Martino, but is officially listed as questionable. It's not clear what that means for his outlook, but at best he's on the negative side of questionable for Saturday's match.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Atlanta United Busquets (strain) is out for Saturday's game against Atlanta United, Felipe Cardenas of The Athletic reports.

Impact Busquets was reported to have an illness but was also suffering from a knock. In the end, the veteran midfielder has been ruled out by manager Gerardo Martino after being unable to train throughout the whole week. Julian Gressel could be an option to replace Busquets in this one since Yannick Bright (hamstring) has also been ruled out.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Also dealing with knock Busquets is still not seen training with the team as he is also dealing with a knock suffered during game one against Atlanta, per Franco Panizo of MIA Total Futbol.

Impact Busquets was originally to be reported to have an illness, however it was also revealed that he is also dealing with a knocks as well. He continues to be questionable for game three on Saturday, depending if he is able to return to training. With Yannick Bright also injured, this will open a chance to Julian Gressel to get the start against Atlanta.

NOVEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On day-to-day basis Busquets (illness) has yet to train and is on a day-to-day basis for Saturday's match against Atlanta, according to manager Gerardo Martino, per Lizzy Becherqano of ESPN.

Impact Busquets looks to be a late call for Saturday's playoff match, with the midfielder still having yet to train due to his illness. This would be a significant loss for the club, with Julian Gressel as his likely replacement. That said, they will hope for his availability, with the decision likely coming down to game time.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not in training Busquets was not featured in training Wednesday ahead of Saturday's trip to Atlanta, reports Franco Panizo of Mia Total Futbol.

Impact Busquets did not appear in training Wednesday as Miami prepares for game two of the MLS playoffs. The reasoning of this is unclear, though the side have two days left before traveling to Atlanta on Saturday. He's started four of the last five games played, totaling 14 tackles, 10 interceptions as his scoresheet drought continues.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lionel Messi among Inter Miami regulars not in starting lineup vs. Toronto

Lionel Messi was not in Inter Miami's starting lineup Saturday at Toronto, the next-to-last contest of the regular season.

OCTOBER 5, 2024

Returns to starting XI Saturday Busquets (personal) is in the starting lineup in Saturday's meeting with Charlotte.

Impact Busquets will be back in action following a two-game absence due to personal reasons. While he may be deployed as a center-back, the veteran should be able to rack up passes and defensive stats after making 13 clearances, 12 tackles and six interceptions over his last four starts in that position.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Misses out Saturday Busquets was left off the team sheet for Saturday's match against NYCFC.

Impact Busquets has returned from suspension but looks to have picked a different issue, as he was left off the team sheet Saturday. It is unknown what his exact issues are, as he was left off the injury report, seemingly having picked up the issues while in warms up or during training Friday. The club will hope this is only cautionary and a minor issue, as he has started in 24 of his 26 appearances this campaign.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will play against NYCFC Busquets has served his one match suspension and will be an option for Saturday's match against New York City FC.

Impact Busquets is set to start in the midfield Saturday after having started the last 18 MLS matches in a row. In that span, the veteran has scored a goal with three assists while generating 49 tackles and 33 clearances in that span.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended to face Atlanta United Busquets will miss the match against Atlanta United on Wednesday due to a yellow-card accumulation.

Impact Busquets has been playing as a center-back in recent weeks, but he returned to a midfield role in the win over Philadelphia on Saturday. The loss of Busquets will be huge for Inter Miami due to his experience, but since this is a one-game ban, he'll be able to return against New York City FC on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively in win Busquets made four tackles (three won), four clearances, one interceptions and one block while drawing four fouls during Saturday's 2-0 win over Cincinnati.

Impact Busquets had a more defensive role here, not having as many touches when his team had the ball, and was very effective as part of a three-man defensive line, anticipating a lot of plays and showing a lot of hustle as well. Other than occasional assist, the midfielder usually relies on his tackling numbers to provide fantasy value, so this new positioning could be beneficial for those who pick him moving forward.

AUGUST 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Saturday Busquets has served his one match suspension and is set to be an option for Saturday's clash with Chicago.

Impact Busquets will return to the starting XI for Miami with no issues after serving a one match ban against Toronto. He's starting his previous seven games in a row, collecting an assist with 21 tackles and 13 clearances in that span.

JULY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Miami's Sergio Busquets fined by MLS Disciplinary Committee | MLSSoccer.com The MLS Disciplinary Committee has issued one fine after Matchday 25 of the 2024 season.

JULY 9, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Sent off in defeat Busquets registered four tackles (one won), two clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 6-1 loss against FC Cincinnati. He picked up two yellow cards and was sent off in the...

Impact Busquets did not have a fun time Saturday as his team allowed six goals while also receiving two yellow cards, earning him a one match ban. He's failed to make the scoresheet in the last six games played, recording 13 clearances and 16 tackles in that span. In his absence, Tomas Aviles will return to the back line after starting the day on the bench against Cincinnati.

JULY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

David Beckham's Inter Miami eye Raphael Varane as ex-Real Madrid ace is targeted to link up with Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba in MLS | Goal.com US Inter Miami have reportedly shown interest in signing former Real Madrid and Manchester United defender Raphael Varane.

JUNE 23, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Assists in return Busquets assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-1 loss versus Atlanta United.

Impact Busquets was rested against Vancouver, but was able to return to the starting XI Wednesday while recording his fourth assist of the season. He's been averaging about two tackles per game, with 33 (20 won) in 16 appearances, 14 of them coming as starts.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Missing Vancouver clash Busquets did not travel with the team as he is given the match to rest, per Michelle Kaufman of the Miami Herald.

Impact Busquets is missing his first match this season, not making the trip to the west to Vancouver with Miami. He's recording a goal and three assists in 15 appearances, 13 of them coming as starts. In his absence, David Ruiz will likely get the start in the midfield, alongside Julian Gressel and Benjamin Cremaschi.

MAY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in 1-0 win Busquets assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus D.C. United.

Impact Busquets registered his third assist in the league campaign, which was the first since April 27. For the second time this season, the 35-year-old completed four tackles. Busquets also made an interception after two matches.

MAY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid defensive effort Busquets registered three tackles (two won) and three clearances in Wednesday's 0-0 draw versus Orlando City SC.

Impact Busquets didn't register a single significant stat in the attack Wednesday but did stay solid in the defense, notching three tackles, three clearances and two blocks in the draw. He will look to get a goal contribution in his next outing, as it has been four games since his last.

MAY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Martin Zubimendi: Why Arsenal want to beat Barcelona and sign Real Sociedad's Sergio Busquets-regen in push for Premier League glory | Goal.com US Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi has been coveted by both Arsenal and Barcelona, so what makes the Spain international so special?

MAY 6, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Creative effort in win Busquets had three chances created, three tackles (one won), one clearance and one interception in Saturday's 6-2 win against New York Red Bulls.

Impact Busquets' 89 accurate passes were four shy of his season-high mark as his side dominated possession, though he failed to score or assist for the first time in his last three appearances. He also stood out in terms of chances created and tackles during the match. After four consecutive 90-minute outings, Busquets has established himself in his usual defensive midfield role.

MAY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE