VALLADOLID NEWS

Sergio Leon - Nets brace off bench versus Celta Leon scored two goals off four shots (all on target) after coming off the bench during Wednesday's 4-1 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Leon was brought at the hour mark as part of a double substitution and made a huge impact, sealing the 4-1 win with a brace within a five-minute stretch. And this could've been a hat-trick as the forward still missed a penalty kick between his two goals. With four goals over his last four appearances, Leon will hope to return to the starting XI for Saturday's home clash versus Real Sociedad.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Aguado - Assists twice in win over Celta Aguado made two assists and sent in four crosses (one accurate) during Wednesday's 4-1 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Aguado made most of his role on set pieces to have his biggest fantasy performance of the campaign so far, assisting his side's first two goals, one each half. These were the first appearances on the scoresheet of the season for the midfielder, who, on the other had, is overly reliant on free kicks and corners to make some fantasy impact.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joaquin Fernandez - Scores in win over Celta Joaquin scored a goal off his lone shot and made two tackles (both won), one clearance and one block during Wednesday's 4-1 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Joaquin didn't have brilliant numbers on defense but made up for on the other end, beautifully heading home a corner kick from the right to give his side a 2-1 lead in the 62nd minute. This was the first goal of the campaign for the center-back, who will probably be much busier defensively during the upcoming games.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Roque Mesa - Scores opener versus Celta Mesa scored a goal off two shots (both on target), sent in two crosses (one accurate) and made four tackles (three won) during Wednesday's 4-1 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Mesa opened the scoring for Valladolid with a powerful long-range shot that was helped by a deflection before finding the back of the net in the 32nd minute. This was the first goal of the season for the midfielder, who has proved to be an important piece of squad during this start of campaign.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Fresneda - Out due to injury Fresneda will miss Wednesday's match against Celta Vigo due to a right hamstring injury that will rule him out for three weeks.

Impact Fresneda might return before the World Cup break as the injury was announced Sunday ahead of the scoreless draw with Espanyol. In his absence, another newer player in Lucas Rosa could make a few appearances at right-back.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gonzalo Plata - On bench against Celta Plata (strain) is in Valladolid's match day squad for Wednesday's clsah against Celta Vigo.

Impact Plata has missed his side's last two games with a knock but he is back in the squad Wednesday and could see some playing time off the bench. He had started three consecutive La Liga matches on the right wing before picking up the injury.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jawad El Yamiq - On bench against Celta El Yamiq (quadriceps) is in Valladolid's match day squad for Wednesday's clash against Celta Vigo.

Impact El Yamiq is back in the squad Wednesday after missing the last two games with a quad injury. He started in the first two games of the season but has made just one La Liga appearance since then.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Asenjo - Still out Wednesday Asenjo (broken hand) won't be fit for Wednesday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Asenjo had returned to training a week ago but remains unavailable for competitive matches. In his place, Jordi Masip will continue in goal after conceding three goals in three games (one win, one draw, one loss).

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gonzalo Plata - Trains with teammates Plata (strain) participated in Tuesday's training session ahead of Wednesday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Plata will hope to at least make the squad list even if he's not quite ready to start off one day in training. While he'll hope to start when fully fit, Ivan Sanchez will continue on the right flank until Plata is back.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jawad El Yamiq - Returns to training El Yamiq (quadriceps) participated in Tuesday's training session with his teammates ahead of Wednesday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact El Yamiq doesn't have much time if he hopes to play Wednesday but is otherwise nearly fit. With just two starts made in three appearances this season, El Yamiq will need to earn a place in the lineup before offering much fantasy value.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Olaza - Sends in seven crosses Olaza registered seven crosses (four accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Espanyol.

Impact Olaza continues to show off at every opportunity he gets to play with another game of multiple crosses. He is currently sharing playing time with Sergio Escudero. The Uruguayan's numbers have been better than Escudero with 22 crosses (five accurate), eight clearances, seven chances created and seven tackles (four won) in five appearances thus far.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Zouhair Feddal - Six clearances in first start Feddal recorded six clearances in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Espanyol.

Impact Feddal made his first start for the team since his transfer in the summer and had a stellar performance with a season high of clearances. Inconsistency has haunted the 32-year-old in previous seasons as he looks to keep a starting role with Valladolid, who are in desperate need of center-backs.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jordi Masip - Lets in one goal Masip made two saves and allowed a goal in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Espanyol.

Impact Masip put on a hard-fought performance, however he was unable to get to Joselu's shot in time that cost Valladolid the clean sheet in the game. As a fill in until Sergio Asenjo is back, the Spaniard has allowed seven goals on 12 saves in four appearances this season.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Asenjo - Out against Espanyol Asenjo (broken hand) remains out for Sunday's match against Espanyol.

Impact Asenjo just returned to training in the week leading to this game but it wasn't enough time to guarantee his fitness. Instead, Masip sticks as the starter after shutting down Real Betis in his last match.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Robert Kenedy - Out after taking collision Kenedy (groin) has undergone surgery ahead of Sunday's trip to Espanyol on a hernia, his team announced Thursday.

Impact Kenedy is likely to be out until 2023 after undergoing this operation. He made just one appearance over the first half of the season and should be able to play a bigger role if he can successfully recover from this operation.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jawad El Yamiq - Could be back soon El Yamiq (quadriceps) is considered a doubt to be available in Sunday's trip to Espanyol, according to manager Pacheta.

Impact El Yamiq was initially expected to be out for up to a month with a quad injury but he'd be back in two weeks should he travel Sunday. Javi Sanchez and Joaquin will remain the top options at center-back until El Yamiq is able to contribute, as he's played just once in nearly seven weeks.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gonzalo Plata - Hopes to return Plata (strain) is considered a doubt to return in Sunday's trip to Espanyol, according to manager Pacheta.

Impact Plata missed Sunday's draw with Betis and will still need some help to be back by this trip to Barcelona. If he's still out, Ivan Sanchez should make another start on the right flank.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Robert Kenedy - Dealing with groin issue Kenedy is dealing with a groin injury and could need surgery if treatment doesn't go well, according to manager Pacheta ahead of Sunday's trip to Espnayol.

Impact Kenedy isn't likely to play much before the World Cup break and would be out until 2023 if surgery is indeed needed. He's played just once since joining Valladolid and it's worth re-assessing his status when fully fit.

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Asenjo - Back in training Asenjo returned to training during Monday's session.

Impact Asenjo is back after missing a couple of weeks with a minor fracture in his hand. Since he still has plenty of time to participate in training Asenjo should be able to take back a starting spot from Masip, who has conceded two goals in two games and most recently kept a clean sheet against Real Betis.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Roque Mesa - Creates three chances versus Betis Mesa took one off-target shot, created three chances, sent in three inaccurate crosses, made two tackles (one won) and one clearance in Sunday's 0-0 draw at Valladolid.

Impact Mesa had a good offensive performance, but it wasn't enough to help them earn three points at home up one man since the first half. The midfielder led his side in chances created and sent in the second-most crosses in the game. He has one assist and no goals in the season after eight appearances (seven starts).

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Sanchez - Takes four shots versus Betis Sanchez took four shots (one on target), created one chance and sent in two inaccurate crosses in Sunday's 0-0 draw to Betis.

Impact Sanchez was Valladolid's most active player on offense, but couldn't help them earn the home win. The forward led his side in shots, taking a season-high four during the match. That was his fourth start in seven appearances, but he has yet to score or assist in the season.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Escudero - 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

Jordi Masip - Keeps clean sheet in draw Masip made one save and one clearance in Sunday's 0-0 draw to Betis.

Impact Masip had a quiet outing and wasn't really tested, but they couldn't find the back of the net and settled for the home draw. The goalkeeper got his first clean sheet in three starts in the season. He should remain in the starting XI while Sergio Asenjo is dealing with a hand injury.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Robert Kenedy - Out against Betis Kenedy will miss Sunday's match against Real Betis as a precaution, according to manager Pacheta.

Impact Kenedy is someone that the team wants to work into the system but he's played just 14 minutes in one appearance so far. When he does get fully fit, Kenedy could provide another dimension for a team looking to avoid relegation.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE