SERGIO CANALES NEWS

Completes suspension Canales completed his one-match suspension during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Real Betis. He'll now be available for Sunday's trip to Real Sociedad.

Impact Canales was sent off as a substitute during a midweek draw with Cadiz, which caused him to miss Sunday's defeat. With Nabil Fekir back from a muscular injury, he and Canales should form a good attacking partnership for a tough schedule before the World Cup.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in draw Canales was sent off in the 98th minute of Wednesday's goalless draw with Cadiz.

Impact Canales was shown two yellow cards, one for a bad tackle, the second for dissent, getting sent off deep in stoppage time. the midfielder has been a nailed-on starter when fit, and will be tough to replace in the starting XI, especially with his role in attacking midfield. Joaquin could be in line for a potential start while Canales serves his suspension against Atleti on Sunday.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active display versus Almeria Canales had one off-target shot, created three chances, sent in 10 crosses (two accurate) and was shown a yellow card during Sunday's 3-1 win over Almeria.

Impact Canales wasn't as inspired as he's used to be but still brought a lot of fantasy value due to his role on set pieces, including his second game of the season with double-digit crosses. The playmaker is still to display his best game during this campaign as he has just one goal and no assists over seven league appearances.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

United wins on McTominay late goal, Arsenal victorious in EL

Scott McTominay scored deep into stoppage time to give Manchester United a 1-0 victory over Omonoia Nicosia in the Europa League

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sends in three crosses in draw Canales registered one shot on target, one chance created, three inaccurate crosses, one tackle (zero won) and one clearance in Sunday's 0-0 draw at Valladolid.

Impact Canales could not do much on offense, since they played without one man since the first half. The midfielder led his side in crosses during the match, though. He has two goals and no assists in nine appearances (seven starts) in the season so far.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rather ineffective in defeat Canales sent in seven crosses (zero accurate) and added one corner during Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Celta Vigo. He was also shown yellow once.

Impact This wasn't the finest of performances for Canales, who just couldn't find the quality he is typically accustomed to. As the stat line suggests, he struggled to connect on all of his crosses in this one, and Betis failed to find a rhythm offensively throughout the match. It likely didn't help that they were playing with 10 men for almost the entire 90 following a Luiz Felipe red card.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Mallorca Canales (undisclosed) will miss Saturday's match at Mallorca after not making the squad list.

Impact Canales has yet to play this season and still needs to build up his fitness. Once back, he could easily be a key fantasy asset, though the defensively-minded Guido Rodriguez will likely start during Saturday's contest in the place of Canales.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out of training Canales (undisclosed) didn't participate in Thursday's training session ahead of Saturday's trip to Mallorca, according to El Desmarque.

Impact Canales also missed Monday's opener against Elche and this news doesn't inspire confidence that he'll be fit just yet. While he's unavailable look for the defensively-focused Guido Rodriguez to earn more minutes.

AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubt for opener Canales is listed as a doubt for Monday's opening match against Elche, according to Diario Franjiverde.

Impact It's unclear why Canales isn't fully fit but this is certainly a situation to track. With some of the absences due to a lack of registration for new signings, William Carvalho and Guido Rodriguez could start at holding-midfield if Canales can't play.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in draw Canales created three chances during Friday's scoreless draw with Real Madrid.

Impact Canales was active but the bigger feat was shutting out the Champions for a fifth straight time away from home. With five goals and seven assists in 34 league matches, Canales was one of the stars for his club as they won the Copa del Rey.

MAY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in win Canales provided one assist from one chance created during Sunday's 2-0 win over Granada.

Impact Canales has recorded two assists and one goal in the last two matches after going without either in the previous eight league and UEL games. He's one to watch in the finale against Real Madrid, which remain tough despite having already clinched the title.

MAY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Involved in two of three goals Canales had an assist and scored a goal while taking three shots (two on goal), crossing once inaccurately and creating three chances during Tuesday's 3-0 win over Valencia.

Impact Canales set up Willian Jose in the 57th minute before scoring himself in the 87th to play a role in Betis' first two goals. The goal was the fifth of the season for the midfielder while his assist was number six on the campaign.

MAY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona wins after Araújo taken off the field in ambulance

Barcelona has moved closer to securing second place in the Spanish league by defeating 10-man Celta Vigo 3-1 in a match in which defender Ronald Araújo had to be taken off the fiel...

MAY 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Joaquín's finale: Betis faces Valencia in Copa del Rey final

Joaquín Sánchez helped Real Betis win its last major trophy in 2005 when they won the Copa del Rey

APRIL 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Creates four chances against Elche Canales took three shots (two on target) and created four chances in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat against Elche.

Impact Canales was very dangerous in attack on Tuesday but he just couldn't break through for an equalizing goal. His last direct goal involvement in La Liga came back in February, but Saturday's Copa del Rey Final against Valencia provides the opportunity to inject some momentum into this Betis side as they try to climb back up into the top-four in La Liga.

APRIL 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against Sociedad Canales took two shots (one on target) and created two chances in Friday's 0-0 draw against Real Sociedad. He also made a clearance and won three of three tackles in the match.

Impact Canales played well on both sides of the ball on Friday, but he couldn't break through into opposing goalkeeper Alejandro Remiro's net. He hasn't scored or assisted a goal in La Liga since February, and he will be looking to end that drought Tuesday against Elche, which have conceded 44 times in 32 matches this season.

APRIL 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Juventus faces Inter, Barcelona hosts Sevilla

The Derby d’Italia is always a hotly contested fight between two of the biggest teams in Italian soccer

APRIL 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Creates four chances in win Canales created four chances from five crosses (two accurate) and conceded a yellow card during Sunday's 1-0 win over Athletic Club.

Impact Canales kept up a busy week after logging an assist in the loss to Eintracht Frankfurt before helping his side to a victory at home. As he and his team continues a busy stage to their season, Canales will remain key and especially after Nabil Fekir's dismissal in Sunday's game.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Betis hosts Atlético amid 5-team fight for Champions League

Real Betis hosts Atlético Madrid on Sunday with both involved in a five-team fight for the last two Champions League berths for next season

MARCH 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Suspended against Atletico Canales will miss Sunday's clash against Atletico Madrid with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Canales picked up his fifth yellow card of the season in last weekend's defeat in the Seville derby, meaning he will be suspended for Sunday's game. Rodri would be most likely to replace him on the right wing for the match, but Diego Lainez and Aitor Ruibal could be options as well.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss Canales scored a goal off his lone shot, created one chance, sent in one accurate cross and drew three fouls during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Sevilla.

Impact Canales scored a fantastic free-kick goal during second half's stoppage time, but it wasn't more than a consolation goal for his side and himself as he was mostly kept at bay by opposing defenders. Anyway, the winger is bouncing back from a very slow start of campaign, with three goals and three assists over his last seven starts. Up next for him is Sunday's home match against Atletico Madrid.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sevilla wins derby, keeps pace with Madrid in Spanish league

Sevilla beat Real Betis 2-1 in the Seville derby to stay within range of Spanish league leader Real Madrid

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Assists teammate in victory Canales had one assist, five shots (two on goal), one cross, one interception, sustained one foul and created two chances in the 2-1 victory over Mallorca on Sunday.

Impact In the 25th minute, Canales found Alex Moreno for the first goal of the match. Though the midfielder hasn't scored in his last four appearances, he has four assists and one goal in his last five. Look out for him as an offensive threat against Sevilla.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in five crosses in loss Canales created one chance, sent in five crosses (two accurate) and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Villarreal.

Impact Canales co-led his side in crosses, but it wasn't enough to avoid the home loss. The midfielder also took two of their six corner kicks in the match. He also received his fourth yellow card of the season, and will now need to be extra careful at Levante on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pellegrini makes Real Betis a contender again in Spain

Being a fan of Spanish club Real Betis fan wasn’t much fun not long ago

FEBRUARY 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS