TONI KROOS NEWS

Sent off in stoppage time Kroos was sent off in stoppage time after conceding two yellow cards during Sunday's match against Girona.

Impact Kroos already cut it close with a challenge that injured Yan Couto in the first half but couldn't last the whole match without picking up a second booking. The coming UCL match against Celtic on Wednesday isn't in question but he'll miss Monday's match at Rayo Vallecano and should be eligible one final league match ahead of the World Cup, in the Nov. 10 contest against Cadiz.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in win Kroos had three tackles (two won), two clearances, and one interception in Wednesday's 3-0 victory versus Elche.

Impact Kroos had a rare quiet game, not recording any crosses or corners in the match. He usually averages 4.3 crosses and 3.3 corners a contest. The 32-year-old is still a world class midfielder with three assists, 51 crosses (17 accurate) and 38 corners in thus far in all competitions.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Key presence in win Kroos created one chance and won three-of-five tackles during Sunday's 3-1 win over Barcelona.

Impact Kroos didn't have a massive attacking stat line but his one key pass split the defense for Karim Benzema's goal despite a heavy challenge from Sergio Busquets. While Kroos often has better baseline value thanks to his role on set pieces, he didn't have as much of the ball with Barca dominating possession but still made his efforts count. Against other opponents, it should be easier for Kroos to establish his presence offensively.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against Shakhtar Kroos took three shots and assisted a goal in Tuesday's 1-1 Champions League draw against Shakhtar Donetsk. He also won four of five tackles in the match, and he created five chanc...

Impact Kroos crossed to the head of Antonio Rudiger who scored a dramatic, last-gasp equalizer in the 95th minute of Tuesday's game. It was Kroos' second assist of the season in the UCL.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates five chances in win Kroos created five chances, sent in five crosses (two accurate) and made two tackles (both won) in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Shakhtar.

Impact Kroos had a good outing during their home win, as dominant as always in the midfield. He logged the second-most chances created, crosses and tackles for his side. The midfielder has two assists to his name so far in nine appearances (seven starts).

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in draw Kroos created two chances from five crosses (three accurate) in 74 minutes of Sunday's 1-1 draw with Osasuna.

Impact Kroos hasn't completed the full 90 in three consecutive appearances and has had trouble generating tremendous value with how much more possession the front line takes on. Going into a busy stretch before the World Cup, Kroos has plenty of chances to put up good numbers and a role on set pieces should help him step up.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist off bench in UCL win Kroos made an assist after coming off the bench during Wednesday's 2-0 Champions League win over RB Leipzig.

Impact Kroos was brought in the 81st minute, just after his side opened the scoring and helped them seal the 2-0 win with a smart free-kick pass to Marco Asensio. That's now back-to-back games with an assist for Kroos, who will hope to be back in the starting XI for Sunday's visit to Atletico Madrid.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Celta Kroos didn't make the squad list for Saturday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact It's not clear why Kroos is out but it's unlikely he will be unavailable for long. There are rumors that Dani Ceballos could start after coming off the bench in the opener against Almeria and seemingly working his way back into the good graces of manager Carlo Ancelotti. While Kroos is out, expect Luka Modric to take on a bigger role in set pieces for Saturday's game.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in win Kroos created three chances from 16 crosses (three accurate) and took three shots (two on goal) during Sunday's 2-1 win over Almeria.

Impact Kroos took 13 set pieces in what was a difficult contest to break open until the second half. He probably won't get this much time on the ball in every game but it's safe to assume he'll lead the creative efforts for another season. He only logged three La Liga assists during the previous campaign so it will be interesting to see if he's put in the position to earn more or simply have a good scoring floor.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid looks to keep momentum at UEFA Super Cup

Real Madrid wants to start the new season the same way it ended the last one by winning a trophy

AUGUST 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

10 young players to watch in Europe's five leading leagues

A look at 10 young players who could stand out this season in Europe’s five major leagues

AUGUST 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tchouaméni says he picked Madrid despite talk with Mbappé

Aurélien Tchouaméni says nothing steered him away from fulfilling his dream of playing for Real Madrid

JUNE 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Madrid extends Modric's contract, keeps midfield intact

Real Madrid has extended Luka Modric’s contract for another year, which keeps intact the midfield that helped the club win a record-extending 14th European title this season

JUNE 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Real Madrid fans celebrate Champions League title back home

Real Madrid fans celebrated a Champions League title yet again by packing the streets of the Spanish capital and the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium to welcome back their players

MAY 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wins three tackles in win Kroos made an interception and won three of three tackles in Saturday's 1-0 Champions League victory against Liverpool.

Impact Kroos' performances this season may have been lacking a bit in the Champions League -- he tended to be subbed out for Eduardo Camavinga just before Real Madrid started their magical second-leg comebacks -- but he was imperious for the full 90 minutes in midfield on Saturday as he won his fifth Champions League trophy. The 32-year-old ends the campaign with one goal and three assists in 28 La Liga appearances (25 starts), as well as an additional two goals in the UCL.

MAY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Benzema looks to cap great season with 5th European title

Karim Benzema was in a supporting role to Cristiano Ronaldo the last time he was in a Champions League final

MAY 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Real Madrid held by Betis before Champions League final

Real Madrid’s regular starters have been held by Real Betis to 0-0 in the team’s last match before the Champions League final

MAY 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leader in multiple stats Kroos crossed twice (one accurate), created four chances and made four tackles (winning all four) during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Cadiz.

Impact Kroos was held off the scoresheet despite being the main creator for Real on Sunday. The midfielder didn't take a shot but finished with team-high totals in crosses, chances created and tackles in the draw.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates one chance in loss Kroos created one chance and put one shot off target in 68 minutes of Sunday's 1-0 loss to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Kroos has barely even created any goals this season and only has three chances to his name over the last seven league and UCL rounds. Up next is a visit from Levante, which hold the worst defensive record in the league, so Kroos could be more productive.

MAY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Madrid warps time yet again to stun City at the Bernabéu

Real Madrid had little reason to hope it could pull off another comeback as the game entered the final minute with Manchester City on the brink of consecutive Champions League fina...

MAY 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Uncontested: Benzema-led Madrid wins Liga title with ease

Real Madrid made it look easy this time

APRIL 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Quiet in UCL loss Kroos had two crosses (one accurate), two corners, three aerials won, two fouls drawn and three tackles (one won) in Tuesday's 4-3 loss to Manchester City.

Impact Kroos remains a vital part of Real's midfield but he's been without a major contribution in 2022 and his fantasy value has been somewhat limited in most formats. He's contributing in some peripheral categories on both sides of the ball but is actually a vital fantasy cog likely in very few formats.

APRIL 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in win Kroos played the final 20 minutes or so of last week's 3-1 victory against Osasuna.

Impact Kroos was given a rest against Osasuna as his side prepares for the first leg of the Champions League semifinal tie against Manchester City on Tuesday. He should be fit and ready to start for that game.

APRIL 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Madrid, Villarreal defend Champions League leads

Spanish teams Villarreal and Real Madrid take leads into the second legs of the Champions League quarterfinals

APRIL 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bale in the spotlight ahead of Madrid's game against Chelsea

Just about everything has been going Real Madrid’s way recently

APRIL 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS