VEDAT MURIQI NEWS

Takes two shots versus Osasuna Muriqi had two shots (one on target) during Saturday's 1-0 loss against Osasuna.

Impact Muriqi was one of his side's few players to threaten the opposition in some degree but was still far from being the player who scored for five consective matches before the World Cup break. The striker, still Mallorca's leading goalscorer this season, will try to put to an end his three-game scoreless streak during Friday's home clash against Celta Vigo.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in win Muriqi generated two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Valladolid.

Impact After coming off five goals in five matches, Muriqi is now scoreless in the last two games with no shots recorded. He is still second in the league with goals scored and already surpassed his career high for a campaign. The 28-year-old has a chance to get out of this little funk with a trip to Osasuna next Saturday, who have conceded eight goals in the last six matches.

JANUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet against Getafe Muriqi failed to register a shot, cross or create a chance during Friday's 2-0 loss to Getafe.

Impact Muriqi was held in check as Mallorca were shutout by Getafe on Friday. The forward has been the main threat for Mallorca on the season as he's tied for the second most goals in La Liga with eight in 13 starts.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Atletico Muriqi took three shots and scored a goal in Wednesday's 1-0 victory against Atletico Madrid. He also created a chance and made two clearances in the match.

Impact Muriqi bagged the winner on Wednesday for his eighth goal of the season, and he has now scored in five consecutive La Liga matches heading into the World Cup break.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal and assists Muriqi scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Villarreal.

Impact Muriqi has been on an incredible run of games with his seventh goal of the year. This puts him third most in the league while surpassing his career high. He has scored 60% of Mallorca's goals so far with an average of three shots per game. In nine matches, the 28-year-old has scored six times and assisted once with 30 shots (12 on target). His chance for eight goals before the World Cup break are high with a visit from Atletico Madrid on Wednesday, who have allowed 10 goals in the last six matches.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nets opener in draw Muriqi scored one goal on five shots (two on target) and added one cross (zero accurate) during Friday's 1-1 draw with Espanyol.

Impact Muriqi opened the scoring in this contest with a close-range strike to the bottom left. The tally was assisted by Giovanni Gonzalez. Across 10 starts this league season, the striker is up to six goals and should remain a focal point of the squad's attack going forward.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in return Muriqi scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Valencia.

Impact Muriqi returned from suspension and picked up right where he left off, scoring and creating chances. The forward is in red-hot form and has already matches his season-total for goals, with five. Muriqi continues to be a solid option while in this form, though his floor is near-zero.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Muriqi completed his two-match suspension during Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Real Sociedad, making him available for Saturday's trip to Valencia.

Impact Muriqi picked up a bad ban after he was provoked in the draw with Elche, though he had already scored in the match. With four of his team's seven goals scored by Muriqi, he'll continue to be a worthy target given how much of the attack is focused on him.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended two games Muriqi has picked up a two-game suspension for his actions in Monday's 1-1 draw with Elche, according to the RFEF. As a result, he'll be out for Saturday's match against Sevilla an...

Impact Muriqi was expected to miss a couple of games and this ruling confirms his absence. This will be a big absence as Muriqi has scored four of his team's seven goals this season, leaving Angel Rodriguez and Kang-In Lee to fill in the attacking gaps.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off late Muriqi was shown a straight red card during the 85th minute of Monday's clash with Elche. Muriqi scored once from the spot before being sent off.

Impact Muriqi was sent off late in the second half for a bad foul as the match devolved into a feisty affair. The forward moved to four goals with a penalty in the second half but he won't have the chance to extend that tally since he will be sidelined for a Saturday clash with Sevilla. Muriqi will be eligible to return for an Oct. 19 trip to Real Sociedad. Abdon Prats could see increased playing time with Muriqi sidelined.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in loss Muriqi put three shots off target and created three chances during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Muriqi got busy even against a good Barca team but couldn't steer a shot on target. He's still scored in three of the last six matches and remains the most important member of the lineup for this island-based club. A busy schedule brings some softer opponents in the coming weeks and that could result in better things to come for Muriqi.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Muriqi has been dealing with a knock taken with his national team but is expected to be fit for Saturday's match against Barcelona, according to manager Javier Aguirre via MARCA.

Impact Muriqi has scored three times this season and would be a major absence for a middling team if he's out. For now, expect him to start but Angel Rodriguez would take his place in the lineup if Muriqi is out.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records goal Muriqi scored one goal on three shots (three on target) during Saturday's 2-1 loss against Betis.

Impact Muriqi grabbed his first goal of the season after not scoring since the beginning of the 2021 season. With four shots and four shots on target in only two appearances, the forward has improved in form and is headed toward a positive 2022 season.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot in draw Muriqi recorded one shot on target in 87 minutes of Monday's scoreless draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Muriqi conceded one more foul than took a shot during this game. It will be a tough season if he's constantly isolated as a single striker without much support, though he'll still be confident after earning a new deal at Mallorca over the offseason.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Acquired by Mallorca Muriqi has transferred to Mallorca on a permanent deal, Lazio announced.

Impact Muriqi heads back to the club where he spent the second half of the recent season, with decent success, even though they initially did not pick their option to buy, but they eventually managed to re-negotiate the terms to purchase him. He logged five goals, three assists, 51 shots (18 on target) and 14 chances in 16 appearances in early 2022.

JULY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back at Lazio Muriqi has returned to Lazio as Mallorca did not exercise their option to sign him permanently.

Impact Muriqi had a strong spell as he tallied five goals and three assists in 16 appearances, but the fee was pretty high. Mallorca could try to reunite with him with a different formula, but he is back in Italy for the time being.

JUNE 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists at Osasuna Muriqi assisted one goal from two chances created, took five shots (one on target) and made one clearance in Sunday's 2-0 win at Osasuna.

Impact Muriqi assisted Angel Rodriguez in the 47th to give them the 1-0 lead and help his side avoid relegation. That was his third assist in the campaign, to go with five goals. The forward also logged 51 shots, 14 chances created and 29 clearances in 16 appearances (16 starts) since transferring from Lazio.

MAY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Vallecano Muriqi scored a goal in a 2-1 win against Rayo Vallecano on Sunday.

Impact Muriqi had a good game for the hosts. The 28-year-old scored the team's first goal in the match which was his fifth in the league campaign. Other than that, Muriqi also provided a couple of key passes.

MAY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in draw Muriqi had two shots (one on target), created two chances and made two interceptions during Wednesday's scoreless draw against Sevilla.

Impact Muriqi was one of his side's few positives on the attacking end, being involved in his side's most dangerous plays. This wasn't enough to break the deadlock, though, but the striker remains an atractive mid-tier fantasy alternative for his position, with two goals and one assist over his last five starts. Up next for Muriqi is Sunday's home clash against Rayo Vallecano.

MAY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in return Muriqi provided one assist from one chance created and took seven shots (two on goal) during Saturday's 6-2 loss to Granada.

Impact Muriqi returned from a one-match suspension and kept up his best work of the season with two goals and one assist from his last four matches. If there's any player from this team worth attention in the home stretch of the season, it's sure to be Muriqi, beginning with Wednesday's trip to Sevilla.

MAY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, picks up suspension Muriqi scored one goal from one shot and conceded his fifth yellow card of the season during Tuesday's 2-1 win over Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Muriqi has now scored twice in the last three matches, helping his side to two wins and pulling them further from relegation danger. As he also picked up a fifth booking, Muriqi will be a notable absence in the next match at Barcelona. In his place, Angel Rodriguez could return to the lineup.

APRIL 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE