YANNICK CARRASCO NEWS

Carrasco scores early to give Belgium a 1-0 win over Serbia in friendly match

Yannick Carrasco scored after just 61 seconds as an experimental Belgium team beat Serbia 1-0 in a friendly game

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Carrasco dismisses criticism of human rights in Saudi Arabia after transfer to Al Shabab

Belgium midfielder Yannick Carrasco says he does not share the criticism of Saudi Arabia’s poor human rights record

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Mixed display in season opener Carrasco assisted once to go with five crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Monday's 3-1 win against Granada.

Impact Carrasco was all over the place on Monday, conceding possession in a dangerous area which led to a Granada goal while also playing in five crosses and one corner. He also rolled the ball to Memphis Depay who promptly fired home from 35 yards in the 67th minute to give Carrasco his first assist of the new season.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in action Carrasco (nose) started and played 45 minutes during Wednesday's 0-0 preseason draw to Real Sociedad.

Impact Carrasco has been appearing in preseason matches following nose surgery in June. With that, he is expected to be healthy to start for Aug 14 clash with Granada.

AUGUST 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoing nose surgery Carrasco will undergo an operation to fix a broken nose and is a major doubt for Sunday's season finale against Villarreal, Marca reports Thursday.

Impact Carrasco's season is mostly likely over following this surgery, and he ends the campaign with seven goals and three assists across 35 La Liga appearances (26 starts) either on the left wing/left wing-back. Four scores during his last seven games since late April helped push the 29-year-old to his best single-season goals tally since 2016/17 in Spain, but he only has one year left on his contract and might be in for a summer of transfer rumors.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in six crosses in win Carrasco generated one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (zero accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Real Sociedad.

Impact Carrrasco had a good outing to help Atletico earn the win at home. The left-back led his side in crosses as usual, while taking five of their six corner kicks in the match. He's been very productive on offense lately, logging six goals and three assists in his last 14 starts.

MAY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Another goal Carrasco scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and three chances created in Wednesday's draw versus Espanyol.

Impact Carrasco logged the second goal of Atletico Madrid's six-goal draw Wednesday. Even if the full-back goes goalless Sunday against Real Sociedad, he would have finished May having more appearances with a goal scored (three) than goalless appearances (one).

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opening goal Sunday Carrasco scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Osasuna.

Impact Carrasco broke the deadlock during Sunday's win, but it was an easy tap-in since he had to score from close range following an assist from Antoine Griezmann. The Belgium international has three goals and one assist over his last five appearances.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full match in defeat Carrasco had two shots (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Elche.

Impact Carrasco put up a brave effort and recorded the most crosses in his team (6). He also registered two shots, one key pass, two tackles and one clearance. He has five goal involvements in the last seven matches. He has played 32 games this season and averaged 1.9 shots, 1.3 key passes and 1.1 tackles per game.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists Carrasco scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and three chances created in Wednesday's 5-1 win over Cadiz. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 21st minute.

Impact Carrasco had his first match of both scoring and assisting in one game to up his score tally to five and assist to three in the league. He's been on a great run of late, totaling four goals and three assists in the last 10 contests in all competitions. Prior to this, the 29-year-old had only totaled two goals and one assist in 26 matches.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Mallorca Carrasco scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), seven crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 3-1 victory over Mallorca.

Impact Carrasco scored in the 77th minute to give them the 3-1 lead and seal the deal to earn three points at home. The midfielder, now turned left-back, has five goals in the season, to go with three assists. He led his side in crosses and chances created, logging his 10th start in a row for them.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Carrasco assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), 11 crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-1 win over Almeria.

Impact Carrasco set up Antoine Griezmann for what proved to be a crucial goal during Sunday's narrow win. The assist was always going to come for Carrasco who showcased some excellent volume throughout, while also taking a season-high four corners. Carrasco has created 30 chances and sent in 72 crosses from the left flank, with most of his recent starts coming at left-back.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets first league assist this year Carrasco assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Carrasco got his first La Liga assist after finding Mario Hermoso to help give Atletico the go-ahead goal Sunday. His assist total has decreased in recent seasons, totaling 10 in 2020 and just six in 2021. The midfielder is still averaging 3.1 crosses a game, with 84 (19 accurate) in all competitions thus far.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

De Bruyne stars, leads Belgium to 3-2 win in Germany

Kevin De Bruyne has steered Belgium to a 3-2 friendly win over Germany in new coach Domenico Tedesco’s return home

MARCH 28, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores in home win Carrasco scored one goal from three shots, sent in three inaccurate crosses, made three tackles (zero won), one interception and one clearance in Saturday's 3-0 win over Valencia.

Impact Carrasco scored in the 49th minute to give them the 2-0 lead and helping his side earn the win at home. The midfielder-turned-left-back now has four goals in the season. He had a good all-around performance, leading them in tackles and registering the second-most shots and crosses.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Sevilla Carrasco scored one goal from four shots, created three chances, sent in three crosses (one accurate) and made one interception in Saturday's 6-1 win over Sevilla.

Impact Carrasco scored in the 69th minute to give them the 4-1 lead at home. The midfielder now has three goals in the season, to go with one assist. He also led his side in shots during the match, and that was his third straight start.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Simeone coaches record 613 game, Atletico routs Sevilla 6-1

Diego Simeone has reached a new milestone for coaching longevity after overseeing a club record 613th match for Atletico Madrid

MARCH 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes five shots against Bilbao Carrasco took five shots (two on target) in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Athletic Club.

Impact Carrasco made his first La Liga start in over a month on Sunday, and he was once again a big threat from the left wing. He's averaging 4.8 shots (1.6 on target) per 90 minutes across his last five appearances, though he's come off the bench in four of them.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in win Carrasco subbed into Saturday's match against Real Valladolid in the 56th minute, taking four shots (two on target) and creating a chance in the 3-0 victory.

Impact Carrasco returned to the pitch Saturday after recovering from a minor muscular injury, and he looked very dangerous coming off the bench against Valladolid. He only has one league goal this season, which is less production than he usually has as he's scored six goals in both of his last two campaigns.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for weekend Carrasco (strain) has been called up by Atletico for Saturday's clash against Real Valladolid.

Impact Carrasco missed last weekend's draw with Almeria with a muscular injury, but he has recovered and should be available to return on Saturday. He has featured in 15 of his side's 17 La Liga matches this season, with 10 starts on the left wing.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Almeria Carrasco is not in the match day squad to face Almeria on Sunday.

Impact Carrasco is out of Sunday's squad as he's dealing with a muscle strain suffered in the buildup. The versatile Carrasco will hope to return in time for next week's match against Valldolid.

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sustains muscular injury Carrasco suffered a muscle strain and is still being evaluated ahead of Sunday's clash with Almeria, the team announced Thursday.

Impact Carrasco's availability against Almeria should probably be considered doubtful, at best, though the team didn't provide a specific recovery timeline. In his last two outings, the midfielder generated one shot (off target), five crosses (zero accurate) and two corners. If he does play Sunday, the midfielder should be capable of offering top-end fantasy value given his ability to push the attack and role on corners.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 58 minutes Carrasco took an off target shot, crossed twice inaccurately and created a chance during Thursday's match with Elche.

Impact Carrasco lasted 58 minutes before being replaced by Sergio Reguilon. The early hook was likely a tactical change as Atleti had just gone down to ten men moments before the substitution.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE