Alejandro Catena - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Scores winner late Catena scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 win over Sevilla.

Impact Catena rose up in the 99th minute to power home the winner in Sunday's 2-1 home victory over Sevilla, meeting Moi Gomez's pinpoint cross and burying a thunderous header past Odysseas Vlachodimos to cap off a dramatic late comeback that sent El Sadar into absolute chaos. He also put in a rock-solid shift at center-back, finishing with 10 clearances and two tackles over a full 90 minutes of control and composure. Catena now sits on three La Liga goals this season, setting a new personal best for the defender.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

VAR turns goal for Rayo Vallecano into penalty kick for Real Sociedad. Sevilla loses again

Rayo Vallecano rallies late to draw 3-3 with Real Sociedad in a Spanish league match marked by a sudden turn of events after VAR erased a Rayo goal and awarded a penalty kick to So...

APRIL 26 • Associated Press

Eligible after ban Catena served his league suspension in Tuesday's loss to Athletic and could play again going forward.

Impact Catena will look to rejoin Enzo Boyomo in the center-back pairing, relegating Jorge Herrando to the bench in upcoming contests. Catena has enjoyed meaningful playing time, and he's a solid source of defensive output, leading the team with an average of 6.1 clearances per game this season.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Catena will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of 10 yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Catena picked up his 10th yellow card in La Liga play and will serve a one-match suspension for next Tuesday's clash against Athletic Club. The center-back has been an undisputed starter in defense for Osasuna this season, therefore his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Jorge Herrando likely getting a larger role at the back during his absence.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Imperious defending in loss Catena registered seven clearancesand one interception in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Valencia.

Impact Catena led the Osasuna backline with seven clearances Sunday, though they were undone by a second half penalty in a 1-0 defeat at Valencia. Since serving a one-match ban in January due to a red card, the veteran defender has made seven interceptions, 23 clearances and four blocks across his last five appearances (five starts) while contributing to one clean sheet. Catena has played the full 90 minutes in 23 of his 24 La Liga appearances

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Assists winner Friday Catena assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Friday's 2-1 victory against Celta Vigo.

Impact Catena set up the match-winning goal Friday as his headed pass found Raul Garcia open in the box in the 79th minute. It marked his fourth goal contribution of the season and his first since Nov. 22. He contributed well on the defensive end too as he recorded three clearances, two blocked shots, one interception and one tackle.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Late Osasuna goal hands Celta Vigo first home defeat since November

A late goal from Raúl García de Haro has given Osasuna a 2-1 win over Celta Vigo in La Liga

FEBRUARY 6 • Associated Press

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

Impact Catena was shown a red card in the club's last outing but served his ban, with the defender available. This will mean the return of a regular starter for the club, as he has yet to miss a match when available, set to immediately earn that spot back.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red Saturday Catena was sent off late in Saturday's 3-2 win against Oviedo and will miss at least one game due to suspension.

Impact Catena received a red card very late in Saturday's 3-2 win against Oviedo and will be suspended for at least one game. This is a blow for Osasuna since he is the main leader and an undisputed starter in the backline for the team and his absence will force a change in the starting squad, with Jorge Herrando as the main option to start in his spot.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Raphinha scores 2 as Barcelona wins to add pressure on Real Madrid's Alonso before crunch game

Raphinha has scored two late goals to give Barcelona 2-0 win over Osasuna and increase it lead of the Spanish league

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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