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Upstanding in draw Baena registered four shots (one on goal), 18 crosses (five accurate) and 12 corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Cadiz. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.

Impact Baena had one of his best performances on the season, logging in a season high of crosses during the draw Sunday. With 104 crosses in 20 appearances, he lifts his average per game to 5.2. He already surpassed his career high for a single season during his fifth year with Villarreal.

FEBRUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in draw Alex Baena assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Mallorca.

Impact Baena notched his sixth assist of the season as he set up Alexander Sorloth in the 46th minute of the match. In addition to his assist, the midfielder also led his team with eight crosses delivered.

JANUARY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Done with suspension Baena has completed his one match suspension and is expected to be an option for Jan 13 trip to Las Palmas.

Impact Banea will continue to pick up where he left off in 2023, with five assists already on the season, which is already his career high for a single season. He's also started all 16 matches played in La Liga, with an average of about 2.1 chances created and 4.5 crosses in that span.

JANUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended to face Valencia Baena picked up his fifth yellow card of the season and will be suspended for the Jan. 2 matchup against Valencia once the league resumes following the Christmas break.

Impact Baena is one of two Villarreal players who will be suspended for the trip to Mestalla, with Santi Comesana being the other. The absence of Baena will be a huge blow for Villarreal, as he's been one of the team's most dangerous players in the final third, a zone where Villarreal do not have tons of options to replace him. Baena's first chance to return to action will come against Las Palmas on Jan. 13.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Baena (ankle) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's clash with Celta Vigo.

Impact Baena was targeting a return during Wednesday's clash, and as expected he is back in the starting XI. The midfielder is one of the first names on the team sheet when fit and has started all but one of his last 11 matches before coming off with an injury against Real Madrid.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming to play Wednesday Baena (ankle) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's match against Celta Vigo, per manager Marcelino. "With Alex Baena, who I think we have some chances of recovering him."

Impact Baena was lucky enough to avoid a major ankle injury and could return for Wednesday's match. If the midfielder is fit to play, he will likely get the start at left midfielder, where he has logged in two goals and three assists in the last nine games in all competitions, eight of them coming as starts.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves match injured Baena was forced off with an injury during the 27th minute of Sunday's match versus Real Madrid.

Impact Baena's match ended early after coming off with an undisclosed injury on Sunday. He had started nine of the 10 matches played, totaling two goals and three assists during that span, logging in 41 crosses (14 accurate) and 22 chances created.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends 11 crosses in loss Alex Baena generated six shots (two on goal), 11 crosses (four accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 3-0 loss to Real Sociedad.

Impact Baena was unable to carry Villarreal to victory here, but it wasn't for a lack of trying, as the winger led the team in both shots and crosses. Baena has gone 13 league games without finding the back of the net, but his prominent role in the attacking third means he should bounce back sooner rather than later. Expect Baena to remain in the XI when Villarreal takes on Real Madrid on Sunday.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots in draw Alex Baena attempted three shots (all on target) and attempted three crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Sevilla.

Impact Alex Baena missed two glorious opportunities to open the scoring but twice lacked composure in front of goal with only the keeper to beat. The winger has registered four attacking returns in his last five (in all competitions) and it would be no surprise to see him net in the Europa League on Wednesday or against Real Sociedad on Saturday.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tallies assist in win Alex Baena assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 3-1 win over Osasuna.

Impact Alex Baena notched his first assist in his last six league appearances, marking his fifth assist, in 12 games played on the season. Alex Baena also registered a shot in the match but failed to hit the goal. He has a total of 25 shot attempts and 10 shots on goal for the season. Additionally, he is now up to 27 chances created for the year.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heavy involvement from the wing Alex Baena generated two shots (zero on goal), 13 crosses (four accurate) and nine corners in Sunday's 3-2 defeat versus Athletic.

Impact Baena played in 13 crosses with four of them finding their target in addition to taking nine corners. He has comfortably reclaimed his starting spot in the Villarreal midfield following his two-match ban.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to return Baena has served his two-game suspension and is eligible to return to face Granada on Oct. 30.

Impact The speedy winger missed Villarreal's last two matches after the red card he received against Getafe on Sep. 30 due to violent conduct, and his return would give Villarreal a much-needed boost in the final third. Baena could easily return to the starting lineup right away considering he had started in all but one of his previous 10 appearances in all competitions.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off for violent conduct Baena was shown a red card in the first half of Saturday's match against Getafe.

Impact Baena was shown a straight red card in the 23rd minute for using his elbow in a violent manner against an opponent. Baena will miss Villarreal's next two matches through suspension with Gerard Moreno likely to replace him in the starting XI if fully fit.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active display versus Girona Baena had three shots (one on target), created five chances, sent in 11 crosses (four accurate), drew two fouls and was shown a yellow card during Wednesday's 2-1 loss against Giro...

Impact Baena had a nice performance, almost singlehandedly carrying his side's offense during the entire game. He was a great creative force, matching his season highs in both chances created and crosses, while also finishing a lot of plays himself. With one goal and four assists over six league matches so far this campaign, Baena will try to keep up with his strong play during Saturday's visit to Getafe.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In starting XI Banea (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Girona.

Impact Banea is back to full fitness after being listed in the starting XI on Wednesday. The midfielder is yet to miss a match for Villarreal this season and should remain a normal starter moving forward. He has contributed 17 shots, 13 chances created and 30 crosses through six matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Girona Baena (undisclosed) will be in contention for Wednesday's matchup with Girona after manager Jose Rojo Pacheta told reporters, "And Baena is fine, to be in the game tomorrow," per M...

Impact Baena should be considered a near-lock for the starting XI after having started all six La Liga matches for the club this season, though he did come off the bench for the team's Europa League matchup with Panathinaikos. The midfielder leads the team in corners this season and should continue to serve as the primary option versus Girona, though Dani Parejo has also taken a decent share.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers assist before subbing out Alex Baena was injured and subbed out in the 76th minute of Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Rayo Vallecano. He assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), eight crosses (two accurat...

Impact Alex Baena helped his side get off to a quick start as he assisted on their lone goal, in the 15th minute of play. He later had a scoring attempt of his own blocked and assisted on another attempt before the half. Unfortunately, Alex Baena suffered an injury early in the second half but tried to play on, before being forced to leave the match in the 75th minute.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Baena had an assist with his lone chance created while taking two shots (both on goal) and crossing twice inaccurately during Sunday's 2-1 win over Almeria.

Impact Baena set up Gerard Moreno in first half stoppage time to assist Villarreal's first goal of the match. Baena is in excellent form to start the season with four goal involvements in his first five matches while crossing 22 times, creating nine chances and taking 16 shots.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Poor outing against Cadiz Alex Baena registered two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Friday's 3-1 defeat to Cadiz. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 61st minute...

Impact Alex Baena had a very poor match for his standards, registering only two shots (one on target) and two crosses (one accurate) against Cadiz. The midfielder had a hot start to the season, assisting on two goals and scoring one of his own in the first three games, but looked sluggish in his performance Friday. He will hope to return to his previous form in their next match against Villarreal.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist in loss Alex Baena scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and two chances created in Sunday's 4-3 defeat versus Barcelona.

Impact Baena recorded two goal contributions Sunday, as he assisted Juan Foyth's goal in the 26th minute and then scored himself in the 50th minute to take the 3-2 lead. He took exactly four shots for the third consecutive match, in addition to creating two chances, recording two crosses (one accurate) and two corners in his 77 minutes of action.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in five crosses in win Alex Baena registered four shots (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Friday's 1-0 win versus Mallorca. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 51...

Impact Baena had a good offensive performance to help Villarreal earn the win on the road. The midfielder logged the second-most shots and crosses for his side in the match. He also received his first yellow card of the season in the proccess, though.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up assist in defeat Alex Baena assisted once to go with four shots (two on goal), 11 crosses (five accurate) and six corners in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Betis.

Impact Baena notched his first assist of the season after a successful cross from a free kick found its way to Jorge Cuenca, who headed the ball into the back of the net. Despite the final result, Baena was heavily impactful for his side, leading the team with two shots on goal, five chances created, and five accurate crosses. The 22-year-old midfielder had a breakout campaign last year, and it seems he's building on it as this performance was truly impressive.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has breakout season with Villarreal Baena recorded six goals and two assists in 35 La Liga appearances (19 starts) in his return to Villarreal this campaign.

Impact Baena impressed while on-loan with Girona in the Segunda Division last season and he became a regular in Villarreal's XI up in the top flight during this campaign. The 21-year-old is most comfortable in attacking midfield or on the left wing, and want to continue developing into his role at the club next season as Dani Parejo and Etienne Capoue (both 34) theoretically start to slow down.

JUNE 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace against Bilbao Alex Baena scored two goals to go with four shots (three on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 5-1 win versus Athletic.

Impact Alex Baena broke the deadlock for Villarreal in the 24th minute with a delightful free kick that left Unai Simon helpless. He later doubled his tally with a composed finish late in the second half after a pass from Manu Trigueros. The talented playmaker has two braces this season and has racked up six goals with two assists across 31 games (17 starts) in what has been his first year as a first-team regular in El Submarino Amarillo.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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