YERAY ALVAREZ NEWS

Keeps clean sheet in win Alvarez kept a clean sheet with two interceptions made during Tuesday's 3-0 win over Valladolid.

Impact Alvarez closed out the first half of the season in better form with two clean sheets in his final three games. Even with Dani Vivian hot on the heels of Alvarez and Inigo Martinez, Alvarez started 12 times and kept five clean sheets before the World Cup. So long as the team can maintain their confidence and have less of the poor performances as they did Nov. 4 against Girona, Alvarez will continue to have a good chance for a shutout each week.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets busy in win Alvarez kept a clean sheet with four interceptions made during Sunday's 1-0 win over Athletic Club.

Impact Alvarez put together an exceptional performance to snuff most counter attacks from opposition before they got very far. He's now made nine interceptions in the last two games, a record that should help his value so long as his confidence continues to improve.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list Alvarez (undisclosed) made the squad list for Tuesday's match against Getafe.

Impact Alvarez had some doubt to feature Tuesday but hopefully any concerns have been allayed by traveling with the team. If Alvarez still isn't able to start, Dani Vivian would slot into the defense alongside Inigo Martinez.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could be in doubt Alvarez is considered questionable ahead of Tuesday's match against Getafe, according to manager Ernesto Valverde.

Impact Alvarez ended Saturday's loss to Atletico Madrid with some discomfort and may not be able to start Tuesday, even if he'd be fit by Sunday's trip to Barcelona. Should he miss out on starting, Dani Vivian would return to the lineup alongside Inigo Martinez.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes yellow card in win Alvarez won two-of-two tackles and conceded a yellow card during 72 minutes of Friday's 4-0 win over Almeria.

Impact Alvarez was hit with a first-half booking and that prevented him from playing the full 90 for the first time this season. As he's still an integral piece to the back line when Dani Vivian (ankle) isn't available, expect Alvarez to keep playing and rack up more clean sheet bonuses for an in-form team.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in win Alvarez logged one assist from one chance created and made two interceptions during Saturday's 3-2 win over Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Alvarez helped Nico Williams to their team's third goal of the first half after returning from an illness to play the full 90. Though Alvarez wasn't able to keep a clean sheet, contributing to another win should keep confidence high heading into the international break. Additionally, Alvarez and Inigo Martinez are likely to be the top pairing at center-back but Dani Vivian should still compete for starts when fit.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Figures to be back Alvarez is expected to be fit for Saturday's match against Rayo Vallecano after overcoming an illness, according to Javi Beltran of AS.

Impact Alvarez missed Sunday's win over Elche due to a fever but with Dani Vivian now out with a sprained ankle, he can make a quick return to the starting lineup. Now that Inigo Martinez has returned as well, Alvarez will keep the stability for one of the best defensive sides in the league.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Should be ready for Mallorca Alvarez (hip) has been called up by Athletic Club for Monday's clash against Mallorca.

Impact Alvarez picked up a hip injury last weekend but he seems to have recovered in time for Monday's La Liga opener, and should be in Bilbao's starting lineup if fully fit.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Has hip injury Alvarez suffered a muscular injury near his hip during preseason, his club announced Saturday.

Impact Following the final friendlies of preseason, Alvarez picked up an unfortunate knock. If he's unable to play during Monday's opener against Mallorca, Dani Vivian is all but guaranteed to start.

AUGUST 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench in season finale Alvarez was an unused substitute in last weekend's defeat against Sevilla.

Impact Alvarez scored a goal and kept five clean sheets in 23 La Liga appearances (22 starts) this campaign, but the 27-year-old was really in a battle with Dani Vivian to be the second starter alongside Inigo Martinez in central defense, and it will be interesting to see who wins out heading into next season.

MAY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Osasuna Alvarez (quadriceps) is in Bilbao's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Osasuna.

Impact Alvarez missed Tuesday's defeat to Granada with a quad injury, but he is fit again and back in the lineup from the start in central defense on Sunday.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Granada Alvarez will miss Tuesday's clash against Granada with a quad contusion, Athletic Club announced Monday.

Impact Alvarez played the full 90 minutes in Saturday's draw with Valencia, but he picked up a quad injury and has been ruled out for Tuesday's game. Dani Vivian will likely fill in for him in central defense.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Elche Alvarez will miss Sunday's clash against Elche with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Alvarez picked up his fifth yellow card of the season in the draw against Getafe before the international break, meaning he will be suspended for Sunday's game. Inigo Martinez (hamstring) would likely replace him in central defense if he's fit, or Unai Nunez could come in.

MARCH 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays in Copa del Rey Alvarez (head) started and played the full 90 minutes in Wednesday's defeat to Valencia in the Copa del Rey semifinal.

Impact Alvarez left last weekend's defeat against Barcelona at halftime with a head injury, but he was back and fully recovered on Wednesday, and he should be fine for the weekend as well.

MARCH 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves early in loss Alvarez was replaced by Inigo Martinez after 45 minutes of Sunday's 4-0 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Alvarez took an elbow to the head and with some bleeding, it became easier to sub him off and prevent further issues from developing. Should a concussion be confirmed, his chances will be slim of playing in Wednesday's cup match against Valencia but he could push for Monday's match against Levante.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Young Williams leads Athletic to another Super Cup final

Athletic Bilbao has scored two late goals to earn a 2-1 come-from-behind victory over Atlético Madrid in Saudi Arabia to reach its second straight Spanish Super Cup final

JANUARY 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes six interceptions in draw Alvarez kept a clean sheet with six interceptions made during Sunday's scoreless draw with Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Alvarez also generated nine clearances during a rainy derby that had his team pinned deep in their own half for much of the final moments. This marked a first clean sheet for Alvarez in six matches, though the schedule remains tough and it may be difficult to make a habit of this even for a strong defensive side.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in draw Alvarez kept a clean sheet with two interceptions made during Monday's scoreless draw with Getafe.

Impact Alvarez has been exceptionally busy in recent weeks based on the struggles of the attack and he has goalkeeper Unai Simon to thank for another scoreless game. With the next match coming against Lucas Ocampos and Sevilla, Alvarez will need to remain on his toes.

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in win Alvarez (knee) was an unused substitute during Sunday's 1-0 win over Alaves.

Impact Alvarez was expected to return after the international break, and did just that. The defender will try to push Dani Vivian for the starting spot, though injuries could see both forced into the starting XI.

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to return after break Alvarez (knee) is expected to return to the squad after the international break, according to Pako Ruiz of deia.

Impact Alavrez has been sidelined with a knee injury since late August but is close to returning after making full appearances in training. The defender is expected to return to the squad after the upcoming international break, where he will challenge Dani Vivian for the starting XI spot.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Alavarez (knee) remains out for Saturday's trip to Valencia after failing to make the initial squad list.

Impact Alvarez picked up the knee injury late in August and still has been out with little known about the severity of the injury. The defender will have a chance to make the starting XI for Friday's clash with Alaves. In his place Dani Vivian will likely remain in the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knee issue Alvarez is dealing with tendinopathy in his left knee which caused him to miss Saturday's draw with Barcelona, his club announced Tuesday.

Impact Alvarez could be out for up to six weeks and then won't necessarily be at full fitness, so this injury is a bit troublesome early into the campaign. Fortunately, Dani Vivian has come into the lineup and played well over the opening two games, so Alvarez has a steady replacement that shouldn't derail a strong defensive side.

AUGUST 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Barca Alvarez will miss Saturday's match against Barcelona, according to manager Marcelino via Noelia Mejias of El Desmarque.

Impact Alvarez wasn't able to participate in training throughout the week and adds another absence to a long list for this club. In his absence, Inigo Martinez is likely to get another start and Unai Nunez could get his first call into the lineup.

AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Athletic Bilbao routs Getafe 5-1 in Spanish league

Athletic Bilbao has maintained its impressive run of late by routing Getafe 5-1 in the Spanish league

JANUARY 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MATCHDAY: New Dortmund coach faces Union Berlin test

Can new Borussia Dortmund coach Edin Terzic pass a test that Bayern Munich failed

DECEMBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS