VALLADOLID NEWS

Oscar Plano - Active display against Espanyol Plano had three shots (two on target), created one chance, sent in three crosses (one accurate) and drew two fouls during Sunday's 2-1 win over Espanyol.

Impact Plano was very active from the flank, being one of his side's leaders in shots attempted while also being involved on the build-up of other dangerous plays. However, the winger has just one goal and one assist over 24 games this season, with his last appearance on the scoresheet taking place back in October, and that hurts a lot his fantasy value.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Asenjo - Beaten once in win over Espanyol Asenjo made one save and conceded one goal during Sunday's 2-1 win over Espanyol.

Impact Asenjo made his second consecutive start after recovering from a broken hand and didn't see much action as his side had most of the chances here. The goalkeeper was saved by the post during the first half but other than that always looked on his way to a clean sheet. But then came Martin Braithwaite to ruin his plans with a goal in the 87th minute to give the opposition some hope. With just seven saves against 11 goals allowed over seven starts this season, Asenjo will try to bounce back during Saturday's visit to Elche.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gonzalo Plata - Assists twice against Espanyol Plata made two assists, had three shots (one on target), created three chances and sent in six crosses (one accurate) during Sunday's 2-1 win over Espanyol.

Impact Plata had one of his best performances of the campaign so far, making two assists, one each half, and almost scoring his side's third goal during the closing stages of the contest, seeing the post preventing what would've been his first career La Liga goal. With four assists over 20 appearances (13 starts) this season, the winger will try to keep up with the strong play during Saturday's visit to Elche.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Aguado - Scores off bench against Espanyol Aguado scored a goal off two shots (one on target) and created one chance after coming off the bench during Sunday's 2-1 win over Espanyol.

Impact Aguado was brought at the hour mark to replace Roque Mesa and needed just two minutes to make an impact as he appeared unmarked inside the box to score his side's second goal with a one-timed shot off a pass from the right flank. This was the first goal of the campaign for the midfielder, who will hope to get regular playing time again moving forward.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Sanchez - Scores opener in win over Espanyol Sanchez scored a goal off his lone shot, created one chance, sent in two crosses (one accurate), made two tackles (both won) and two clearances and drew five fouls during Sunday's...

Impact Sanchez not only opened the scoring for Valladolid with a powerful long-range shot in the 25th minute but also did a little bit of everything on both ends while he was on the pitch. This was the first goal of the campaign for the midfielder, who started back-to-back matches for the first time since October.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kike Perez - Eligible for selection Perez served a one-match ban and is now eligible to return to the first team.

Impact Perez was handed a one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation and is now open for a return to the first team. The midfielder has been a consistent starting option and should be set to return straight to the pitch for a Saturday trip to Elche.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Selim Amallah - Available against Elche Amallah is set to return from a one-match for a Saturday trip to Elche.

Impact Amallah is eligible for selection once more after serving his one-match ban. The midfielder is a depth option at best with no starts and only two appearances since the World Cup break. Still Amallah could see an uptick in playing time as he integrates further into his new team.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona takes 9-point lead after Madrid held by Betis

Barcelona has dealt another blow to Real Madrid three days after defeating its rival in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semifinals

MARCH 5, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Darwin Machis - Available Sunday Machis (calf) is available for Sunday's clash with Espanyol, according to manager Pacheta.

Impact Machis is available for Sunday's clash, a surprise twist after what was thought to be a serious calf injury. It appears the forward will be back out on the pitch after a full week of training where he avoided any sort of aggravations to the injury.

MARCH 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Darwin Machis - Training Thursday Machis (calf) took full part in training Thursday, El Desmarque reports.

Impact Machis was active throughout Thursday's training session, taking part in all team drills and avoiding any discomfort. This is good news for the forward, who surprisingly hasn't been ruled out for a Sunday clash with Espanyol despite picking up a calf injury against Celta Vigo.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Darwin Machis - Dealing with a calf injury Machis (calf) is dealing with a calf injury and missed a Sunday clash with Celta Vigo, the player announced.

Impact Machis picked up the calf injury during a 2-1 loss to Betis and is now sidelined with the problem. He was in partial training throughout the week and could return as soon as a Sunday clash with Espanyol.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kike Perez - Suspended Sunday Kike Perez will be suspended for Sunday's clash with Espanyol due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Kike Perez was shown a yellow card against Celta Vigo, his fifth of the season, earning him a one-match ban. The midfielder has been a nailed-on starter in defensive midfield and will now be sidelined Sunday. Kike Perez's first chance to return is a Mar. 11 trip to Elche.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Asenjo - Allows three in return Asenjo made one save and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-0 defeat to Celta Vigo.

Impact Asenjo made his return to the starting XI after missing the last 16 matches with a broken hand. It was not a game he would have liked to have, letting in three goals during Sunday's loss. It may take him time to adjust to playing fulltime to return to full form. Before his injury, the goalkeeper conceded seven goals on five saves with a clean sheet in five contests. He will welcome a visit from Espanyol next match on Mar 5, who have scored seven goals in the last five games.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Selim Amallah - Given red card Amallah picked up a red card and was sent off in the 84th minute of Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Celta Vigo. He had two tackles (one won) before his removal.

Impact Amallah was given a red card in just his second appearances with the club after coming off the bench Sunday. He will serve a one-match suspension next Sunday against Espanyol. The midfielder is continuing to fight for a starting spot, however this ban will delay him of that opportunity.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Spanish league files new complaints for racist insults

The Spanish league has filed three more complaints for racist insults during matches

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jordi Masip - Picks up AC joint injury Masip (shoulder) will be sidelined for two months with an AC joint injury, Valladolid announced.

Impact Masip received just about the worst possible diagnosis, as he is now sidelined for two months. The goalkeeper will be replaced by Alvaro Aceves, who has limited upside behind a shaky Valldolid defense. The good news for Masip is that the injury appears not to be season-ending.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Vinícius again the target of insults in Spanish league match

The insults against Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior have continued in Spain

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kike Perez - Bags assist in loss Kike Perez assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and three tackles (two won) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Betis.

Impact Kike Perez tallied his second assist since Oct 1 for his second on the year. He is averaging about two crosses a match with 43 on the campaign, which is his career high for a season. He has started in six games in a row and has generated one assist, 14 tackles (11 won), 10 crosses (three accurate) and six interceptions in that span.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cyle Larin - Nets goal Larin scored one goal to go with five shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Betis.

Impact Larin netted his third goal for the team since his arrival from Club Brugge last month. He is just what the club is looking for, with Valladolid ranked second to last in goals scored with 16. The Canadian will be useful weapon off the bench, with the potential to fight for a starting role with Sergio Leon.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jordi Masip - Saves five but comes out injured Masip recorded five saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Betis. He was subbed off due to injury in the 78th minute.

Impact Masip recorded five huge saves but was forced to exit the match after a hard collision from Guido Rodriguez. He has been in great form of late, only conceding two goals in the last four games with 15 saves and three clean sheets in that span. The goalkeeper will be reevaluated to find out the severity of the injury. Until then, Alvaro Aceves will take over for the time being.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Canada's Cyle Larin scores third goal in four appearances for Spain's Real Valladolid SEVILLE, Spain - Canadian international Cyle Larin marked his first start for Real Valladolid with a goal, albeit in a 2-1 loss at Real Beti...

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • THESTAR.COM

Jordi Masip - Keeps clean sheet in draw Masip made four saves and kept a clean sheet in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Osasuna.

Impact Masip put together a solid performance Sunday, as he made four saves and kept a clean sheet. It marks his third consecutive match with a clean sheet, and he has made eight saves during that stretch. He has just two clean sheets in his 13 other appearances, so it appears him and his defense are hitting their stride. He faces a slightly more difficult matchup Saturday at Real Betis who have scored 27 goals in 21 league matches this season.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kike Perez - Creates four chances in draw Perez created four chances and had one cross (accurate) in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Osasuna.

Impact Perez led the team's attack Sunday, as he created four chances, double the amount any of his teammates accrued. He did not take a shot in the match for the first time since Nov. 5 versus Elche, but did whip in one accurate cross. He did solid defensive work in the clean sheet as well, winning his lone tackle attempted, intercepting one pass, blocking one shot and making one clearance in his 75 minutes of action.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Darwin Machis - Fills up stat sheet Machis took seven shots (three on target), created two chances, had six crosses (three accurate) and picked up a yellow card in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Osasuna.

Impact Machis filled up the stat sheet Saturday, as he did everything on the attack except for record a goal contribution. He took a season high seven shots, and managed three on target, which accounted for 75 percent of the team's total shots on target. He also created two chances for just the third time this season, and contributed his second most crosses this season with six (three accurate). To top it off he picked up a yellow card in the 36th minute, his first since moving to Spain. He has looked dangerous on the attack in his first three La Liga matches (all starts), and is a good bet to record more goal contributions soon if he continues producing like he did Sunday.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Perez - Five crosses in draw Perez had five crosses (two accurate), won one of four tackles attempted and helped keep a clean sheet in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Osasuna.

Impact Perez had a solid performance Sunday, as he whipped in five crosses and kept a clean sheet. His five crosses set a new season high for the defender, and his two accurate crosses match another. He played well defensively in the clean sheet too, as he won one of four tackles attempted, intercepted one pass and made two clearances in his 90 minutes of action.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE