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DECEMBER 13 • Associated Press

Clears suspension Catena is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Catena has served his suspension due to yellow cards accumulation in La Liga and is set to return in the next contest. The defender is a regular starter in the backline for Osasuna and will claim back that role on Monday against Levante, pushing back Jorge Herrando to a bench role.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Mallorca game Catena will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Catena accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the clash against Mallorca on Saturday. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been an undisputed starter in the backline of Osasuna, with Jorge Herrando likely taking his spot in defense during his absence.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Nets opener Catena scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 loss versus Real Sociedad. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 91st...

Impact Catena netted the opener in the 42nd minute assisted by Aimar Oroz. Catena won five duels and also made six clearances, two interceptions and a block. He has also accumulated 17 clearances, four interceptions and four tackles in the last four games.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Steady presence defensively Catena has played every single minute for Osasuna in the team's first 12 league matches.

Impact Catena remains the undisputed leader in Osasuna's defensive line. Aside from notching one goal and one assist, the center-back is also averaging 6.6 clearances, 1.0 interceptions and 1.4 tackles per game.

NOVEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Nets winner Catena scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Friday's 2-1 win against Getafe.

Impact Catena won the game in the 90th minute with a header assisted by Ruben Garcia's corner. Catena recorded 49 passes and also made eight clearances and a block. He has accumulated 37 clearances, nine tackles and four interceptions across the last four games.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Last-minute header gives Osasuna win over Getafe in La Liga

Osasuna has come from behind to beat Getafe 2-1 in La Liga

OCTOBER 3 • Associated Press

Credited with assist in draw Catena assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Thursday's 1-1 draw against Elche.

Impact Often known for what he brings to the table on the defensive side of the ball, Catena was credited with an assist here since he gave the ball to Victor Munoz prior to the goal. Catena should continue to earn most of his fantasy upside via defensive stats.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Makes five blocks vs Rayo Catena had one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 win versus Rayo Vallecano. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 43rd minute.

Impact Catena had a good defensive outing and led Osasuna with a season-high five blocks. The centerback also made the second-most clearances (four) for his side. He did receive his first yellow card in four starts, though.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles Catena registered two tackles (two won), four clearances and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Valencia.

Impact With two tackles won and a clean sheet, Catena had a solid outing during the win Sunday, With already 17 clearances, four ariels won and just one goal allowed during the first to games, the defender will continue to remain valuable to Osasuna's back line, especially after keeping fit last campaign,

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes out assist in Alaves tilt Catena assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), seven clearances and three chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Catena was sturdy in the back and set up Raul Garcia with a pretty cross from the left wing on the equalizer. It's his third helper in the season, while he has scored once. He was a stalwart for the second campaign in a row and finished up with 46 tackles, 35 interceptions, 219 clearances and 25 blocks in 35 starts, contributing to seven clean sheets.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Opens scoring with header Catena scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Thursday's 2-0 win against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Catena gave Osasuna the lead in the 25th minute by heading in a corner kick, setting the tone for the match. His defensive contributions also helped maintain the clean sheet against Atletico on Thursday with one tackle and eight clearances. Catena also made an impact in attack during the game, shooting twice and scoring his first goal of the season. He will aim to contribute again on Sunday against Espanyol.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Available after ban Catena is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward.

Impact Catena saw his 10th yellow card of the season last time out, resulting in a ban. However, he has served that ban and is an option for action again. He will likely return to a starting spot immediately, seeing the start in all 31 of his appearances this season.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Villarreal game Catena will miss the game against Villarreal due to an accumulation of ten yellow cards in the league, resulting in a one-match ban.

Impact Catena has accumulated ten yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the game against Villarreal on May. 3. Jorge Herrando is replace him in the central defense for that game.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes assist in draw Catena assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Leganes.

Impact Catena headed a pass to Jorge Herrando, who buried a header from close range in the 49th minute of play. The assist marked the second of the campaign for Catena, and his first goal contribution in 13 appearances. Additionally, this was the third time in five outings that he accounted for a chance created and the 11th time on the campaign that he recorded at least 40 completed passes.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Records five shots Catena had five shots (two on goal) in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Mallorca. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 79th minute.

Impact Catena had s decent two-way effort from the defense Monday, with the defender not only earning two tackles won and 10 clearances but also adding five shots. However, he was not able to find the net, still goalless this season. He continues to be a regular starter, starting in all 21 appearances and only missing one start when fit.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Makes six clearances in draw Catena registered one tackle (one won) and six clearances in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Las Palmas. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 24th minute.

Impact Catena led Osasuna in clearances during the match as usual, but they conceded the late equalizer during stoppage time. The centerback also received his sixth yellow card in the proccess, though.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Catena completed his one-game suspension and will be eligible to face Atletico Madrid on Jan. 12.

Impact Catena has been a regular at center-back for Osasuna all season long and should recover his role in the starting lineup for a tough matchup against Los Colchoneros. Catena has started in his 16 appearances this season, tallying 100 clearances, 25 tackles and 18 interceptions. If he stays healthy, Catena is likely to post career-high numbers in several categories in 2024/25.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for next match Catena generated one tackle (zero won), three clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Espanyol. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 36th minute.

Impact Catena picked up his fifth yellow card of the campaign, so he'll be suspended to face Athletic Club on Saturday. He should be eligible to face Atletico Madrid on Jan. 12, where he should recover his regular role at center-back.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in draw Catena delivered an assist, had two shots (one on target) and made three clearances and one block during Sunday's 2-2 draw against Alaves.

Impact Catena didn't have his usual output at the heart of the defense but more than made up for that with a very important contribution on the attacking end as he assisted Ante Budimir for his team's first goal. This was the first appearance on the scoresheet of the year for the center-back, who's still La Liga's leader in clearances, with 97 over 15 starts.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Steady defensive presence Catena has played the full 90 in his 12 appearances with Osasuna in this 2024/25 season.

Impact The center-back has been nearly ever-present for Los Rojillos this season, with the lone absence coming in a scoreless draw against Valencia on Sep. 24 where he was an unused sub. Catena has racked up 80 clearances, 18 tackles and 11 interceptions this season.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Atletico Madrid Catena assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 4-1 victory over Atletico Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 59th mi...

Impact Catena set up the opener for Raul Garcia in the 26th minute. He also made six clearances and four recoveries. Catena has a tendency to play the ball long, evidenced by his 152 accurate long passes, one of the highest in the league.

MAY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assist in 3-0 win Catena assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), two clearances and one block in Saturday's 3-0 victory versus Almeria.

Impact The assist marks Catena's first since Oct. 29. As of Saturday, he has two assists across the 2023-24 La Liga. On the defensive side, Catenas's two clearances and block helped him be part of a clean sheet in a start for the first time since the beginning of the year.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back from one-game ban Catena completed his one-game suspension due to yellow-card accumulation and is available to face Rayo Vallecano on Friday.

Impact Catena has been a regular starter at center-back for Osasuna this season, and he's been suspended in the only two games in which he hasn't featured in 2023/24. Catena, who has racked up 60 clearances, 15 tackles, nine interceptions and nine blocked shots across 14 starts, should return to the starting lineup to face Rayo Vallecano on Friday.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Catena is set for a one-match suspension after picking up his fifth yellow card of the season.

Impact Catena will miss just his second match of the season after starting the last 10 games. In that span, the defender has logged in a goal and an assist with 42 clearances in that span, bringing his average per match to 4.9. During his absence. Jorge Herrando will likely get the start at center back, alongside David Garcia and Jesus Areso.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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