10-man Barcelona ends winless run against Atlético Madrid
Barcelona has beaten Atlético Madrid 4-2 in the Spanish league despite playing more than 20 minutes with 10 men after Dani Alves' straight red cardFEBRUARY 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
YANNICK CARRASCO #10 - FORWARD - AL-SHABAB FC
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Provides assists, leaves late Carrasco provided one assist from four chances created on 10 crosses (five accurate) and had to be subbed off in the 99th minute of Saturday's 3-2 win over Valencia.
Impact With his team 2-0 down, Carrasco's work rate is one of the big reasons Atleti made the full comeback, so his late replacement could be more down to fatigue than any injury. Up next is a trip to Barcelona, which remain an inconsistent side with defensive problems.
JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Creates two chances in draw Carrasco took a shot and created two chances in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Villarreal. He also won one of two tackles in the match.
Impact Carrasco started Sunday's game on the right wing, but he looked much more dangerous when he switched to the left in the second half. He hasn't been directly involved in a goal since November, but he's still been one of his team's most active players in attack this season, and will be ready to face 10th-placed Valencia on Jan. 22 after a few cup games first.
JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Creates two chances in loss Carrasco created two chances from four crosses (three accurate) in 78 minutes of Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Granada.
Impact Carrasco offered a few dangerous movements but still found his name called early for replacement and exited with time left on the clock. With four chances created in his last two starts, Carrasco has been decent, but nothing exceptional amidst Atleti's longer four-match losing streak. Up next is a visit from Rayo Vallecano.
DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Madrid shreds Atlético's title defense with 2-0 derby win
Karim Benzema and Marco Asensio have inflicted the latest blow on Atlético Madrid’s title defenseDECEMBER 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
After red cards, late goals, Atletico advances to CL last 16
A win-or-bust match in the Champions League between Porto and Atletico Madrid saw three red cards, on-field brawls, countless chances and a flurry of late goalsDECEMBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sent off against Porto Carrasco received a straight red card in the 67th minute of Tuesday's Champions League victory against Porto for a foul on Otavio. He took a shot and made two clearances in the mat...
Impact Atletico held on even without Carrasco and advanced to the knockout rounds, meaning he will be suspended for the first leg of the Round of 16 in February.
DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Provides assist in win Carrasco provided an assist, had two off-target shots, created three chances and sent in five crosses (one accurate) during Sunday's 4-1 win over Cadiz.
Impact Carrasco provided the usual width from the left flank, pacing his side with five crosses and one of them was headed home by Thomas Lemar for the opening goal of the match. This was the second consecutive La Liga game for the winger with an assist and he accumulated six shots, eight chances created and 13 crosses over these two. Up next for Carrasco is Saturday's home clash against Mallorca.
NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Logs assist in win Carrasco provided one assist from five chances created on eight crosses (three accurate) during Saturday's 1-0 win over Osasuna.
Impact Carrasco spent most of the evening toying with the defense and still set up Felipe's winner in the final moments of the contest. Going into Wednesday's UCL match against AC Milan, Carrasco has scored once, assisted twice and created nine chances over his last four starts.
NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Xavi starts as Barcelona coach by beating Espanyol
Xavi Hernández has enjoyed a win on his return to Camp Nou as Barcelona’s new coachNOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Goalkeeper's mistake costs Sociedad victory in Basque derby
A mistake by Real Sociedad goalkeeper Álex Remiro has cost his team victory against rival Athletic Bilbao in the Basque Country derby in the Spanish leagueOCTOBER 31, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Goal, assist in win Carrasco scored once and provided one assist during Sunday's 3-0 win over Betis.
Impact Carrasco scored and added an assist in a solid showing Sunday, putting up his best numbers of the season with four chances created. The midfielder has lined up at left wing-back recently and seems to really be making the position his own. Next up is a tough Wednesday trip to Anfield to take on Liverpool.
OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Barcelona hosts Madrid, Sociedad at Atlético on super Sunday
Barcelona faces another test of its post-Messi era when Real Madrid visits Camp Nou on a Sunday that also features a clash between the Spanish league leader and its defending champ...OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mbappé inspires comeback as France beats Belgium 3-2
Kylian Mbappé redeemed himself with a goal and an assist as France fought back from two goals down to beat Belgium 3-2 and reach the Nations League final against SpainOCTOBER 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Goal drought continues Carrasco hasn't scored or assisted in six matches heading into the international break.
Impact Carrasco has been a consistent fixture in the starting XI, but has done little with that opportunity, and is failing to create much. The midfielder took part in 16 goals (six goals, 10 assists) in 2020, but has only one of each in 2021. Carrasco will hope to regain his offensive flair after the international break.
OCTOBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Kevin De Bruyne back with Belgium for Nations League games
A healthy Kevin De Bruyne was named to Belgium’s team for the Nations League semifinal match against France next weekOCTOBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Creates two chances in win Carrasco took a shot and created two chances in Tuesday's 2-1 victory against Getafe.
Impact Carrasco was back in the staring lineup on Tuesday and was active as his side came from behind to beat Getafe. On Saturday he faces Alaves, which are last place in La Liga.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off bench in draw Carrasco created one chance from four crosses (one accurate) and put one shot off target during 35 minutes of Saturday's scoreless draw with Athletic Club.
Impact Carrasco put up as many crosses in a third of the match as he did in all of the UCL draw with Porto, which is a good sign of how consistent he is. A bigger squad permits more rotation, so Carrasco may not be a guarantee to start every match when he's not in top form or if there are numerous games to play in a week. Up next are trips to Getafe and Deportivo Alaves.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bilbao holds Atlético to 0-0; Falcao nets in Rayo debut
Athletic Bilbao has held 10-man Atlético Madrid to another scoreless draw as Diego Simeone struggles to get his talented attack to clickSEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Spanish clubs relieved to resume La Liga after CL turmoil
There was once a time when Spanish teams looked forward to the end of summer and the return of the Champions LeagueSEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Benzema hat trick as Madrid makes winning return to Bernabeu
Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid rallied to avoid disappointing results in their milestone matches in the Spanish leagueSEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scores, assists in win Carrasco scored one goal from four shots (one on goal) and provided one assist from one chance created during Sunday's 2-1 win over Espanyol.
Impact Carrasco combined well with Thomas Lemar to equalize and win the game in the second half. Should this goal turn into a streak for Carrasco, he'll be able to generate good value in a deep team, though his two yellow cards in four games won't help those efforts. Up next is Wednesday's UCL match against Porto before Athletic Club visit Saturday.
SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Belgium's Carrasco, Witsel and Courtois out of qualifier
Belgium players Yannick Carrasco, Axel Witsel and Thibaut Courtois have been released back to their clubs ahead of a World Cup qualifier against Belarus on WednesdaySEPTEMBER 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Active to open season Carrasco has taken five shots (three on goal) and made three interceptions while starting all three matches to open the season.
Impact Carrasco may need a little time to get things going, though he's already started more times this season than he did in the first six games of the previous campaign. Still, he's a streakier player and predicting his next big run will be key to determining his value. Fortunately, a softer schedule in September could prove fruitful if the attack can begin to gel for Carrasco and his teammates at the Metropolitano.
SEPTEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Logs four crosses Carrasco recorded four crosses (two accurate), three corners and two chances created during a 2-1 win Sunday against Celta Vigo.
Impact Carrasco crossed the ball more times than any other Atletico Madrid football had Sunday. He recorded 75 crosses (12 accurate) across 19 La Liga games played from January to May 2021.
AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
