Sergio Escudero - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Upstanding in loss Escudero scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), seven crosses (four accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 5-2 loss to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Escudero had his best performance of the year despite playing just 30 minutes Sunday with a goal and a season-high of crosses. It was also his first goal of the campaign after totaling 47 crosses (14 won), 35 clearances and 28 tackles (18 won) in 18 appearances.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Sunday Escudero is fit and in the match day squad to face Real Sociedad on Sunday.

Impact Escudero returns from a muscle injury that has kept him out since the start of January. The defender starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined with muscle problems Escudero missed the previous three matches with a muscle injury.

Impact Escudero has missed three matches with a muscular issue after coming back from a long-term knee injury. The defender has no definite timeline for his return and could be sidelined for a significant portion of time once more.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Real Madrid Escudero (knee) will start Friday's matchup with Real Madrid.

Impact Escudero started just two of his last four inclusions in the match-day squad but will make the starting XI coming out of the international break. In his last five outings, the left-back has registered 16 crosses (five accurate), eight shots (three on target) and six corners. Given his ability to push the attack, Escudero should be a top-half fantasy target as long as he can maintain his place on the pitch.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Athletic Escudero (knee) will miss Tuesday's trip to Athletic Club, according to manager Pacheta.

Impact Escudero picked up the injury in Sunday's win over Elche and remains out for the final match before the World Cup. In his place, Lucas Olaza should return to the lineup at right-back.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Elche Escudero was subbed out at halftime of Saturday's victory against Elche after suffering an apparent knee injury. He took a shot on target and created a chance in the match before b...

Impact Escudero had a solid first half on Saturday before having to come off with a potential injury. He has started in all nine of his La Liga appearances for Valladolid this season but Lucas Olaza could replace him at left-back if he's not fit enough for Tuesday's clash against Bilbao.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in five crosses in draw Escudero registered two off-target shots, two chances created, five crosses (two accurate), three tackles (two won), two interceptions, four clearances, one block and a yellow card...

Impact Escudero had a good all-around performance, but it wasn't enough to help them earn the home win even up one man since the first half. The left-back led his side in crosses, tackles and clearances during the draw. He also received his first yellow card of the season, after six starts.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Valladolid Escudero has signed a two-year contract with Real Valladolid after transferring from Granada, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact Escudero made 27 La Liga appearances (15 starts) last season, scoring two goals and recording an assist as Granada suffered relegation. But the 32-year-old is staying up in the top division as he now moves to Valladolid, where he will compete with Raul Garcia Carnero and Lucas Olaza for the starting spot at left-back.

JULY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in draw Escudero took a shot and won one of four tackles in last weekend's 0-0 draw against Espanyol. He also made a clearance in the match.

Impact Escudero tallied two goals, an assist and three clean sheets in 27 La Liga appearances (15 starts) in his first campaign with Granada, and he took over as the starting left back when Carlos Neva tore his ACL in March.

JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Athletic Escudero (strain) will feature in the starting XI against Athletic on Tuesday.

Impact Escudero will avoid missing any time after being forced off in the 77th minute versus Mallorca on Saturday. The left-back picked up his second goal of the season in that outing and should continue to provide decent mid-range fantasy value with his injury behind him.

MAY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Escudero scored one goal on one shot, won two-of-three tackles and made two interceptions before leaving with a potential knock in Saturday's 6-2 win over Mallorca, according to Ra...

Impact Escudero wasn't the only one to run to the point of exhaustion during a thrilling away win. With seven tackles and eight interceptions in his last three matches, Escudero has decent defensive production to go with one goal on five shots in that time. Up next is a visit from Athletic Club and Santiago Arias could fill in for Escudero if needed after returning from his own long-term injury.

MAY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in win Escudero scored a goal off two shots (one on target), created two chances, sent in two accurate crosses, made two clearances and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 3-2 win o...

Impact Escudero returned to the team after a month, this time being deployed as a centre back. Despite changing positions, he still made most of his impact on the offensive end, scoring the opening goal of the match with a stunning volley off a corner kick in the 50th minute and creating a lot for his teammates. Raul Torrente will be back for Apr. 3 clash against Rayo Vallecano after serving his one-match ban, but Escudero showed that he can be useful in several ways during the final stretch of the season.

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in loss Escudero logged two inaccurate crosses and won one tackle during Sunday's 2-0 loss to Osasuna.

Impact Escudero made his first start in six appearances but didn't make a massive impact on the outcome of the match. Into the next match at Real Madrid, Carlos Neva will provide plenty of competition at left-back with Escudero.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs eight tackles in draw Escudero made eight tackles (three won) during Friday's 2-2 draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Escudero has only started three times all season but he's played the full 90 in two of them while recording 13 tackles and one assist. These numbers should justify a bigger place in the lineup, but taking minutes over Carlos Neva is difficult when both played well in their cameos during Friday's match. Up next is a visit from Deportivo Alaves, which have conceded the fourth-most crosses to defenders in La Liga.

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in draw Escudero provided one assist from one chance created and made two interceptions during Monday's 1-1 draw with Barcelona.

Impact Escudero only played one half in his first start for this club, but still made an impact by setting up Domingos Duarte's early goal. His impactful showing could be an improvement at left-back as Carlos Neva can no longer expect to play each week, and both with compete for more opportunities by Thursday's match against Real Sociedad.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Granada Escudero signed a one-year contract with Granada, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact Escudero slipped down the depth chart in Sevilla before leaving the club at the end of last season, but the 31-year-old provides plenty of experience at left back for Granada, having made 168 La Liga appearances in his career, posting eight goals and 11 assists as well.

AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Atlético in pole position after beating Barça, Madrid slip

Atlético Madrid strengthened its status as the early front-runner in the Spanish league title race after beating Barcelona and watching Real Madrid fall further behind

NOVEMBER 21, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Soriano returns 3 years later as Villarreal and Sevilla draw

Villarreal and Sevilla have drawn 2-2 in the Spanish league in a match that marked the return to action for former Spain international Bruno Soriano

JUNE 22, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Escudero's clinical finish makes it 1-0 for Sevilla ' 2017-18 UEFA Champions League Highlights

AUGUST 16, 2017 • Fox Sports

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Atlético in pole position after beating Barça, Madrid slip

Soriano returns 3 years later as Villarreal and Sevilla draw

Escudero's clinical finish makes it 1-0 for Sevilla ' 2017-18 UEFA Champions League Highlights