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Returns to bench Tejero (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Tejero was summoned ahead of the match Friday, so his addition to the bench Saturday after missing last match was no surprise. He serves in a rotational role, starting in 13 of his 23 appearances, and will likely see similar time now that he is fit.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available Saturday Tejero (undisclosed) will be back for Saturday's clash against Atletico, coach Manolo Gonzalez said in the press conference, according to Xavier Boro for La Grada Online.

Impact Tejero missed the last match against Mallorca before the international break due to an injury but is available for Saturday's clash. However, his return is unlikely to impact the starting lineup, as he has been a bench option recently.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Mallorca Tejero (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Saturday's clash against Mallorca, coach Manolo Gonzalez said in the press conference.

Impact Tejero will miss the clash against Mallorca on Saturday. He was expected to be in the starting squad with Pol Lozano suspended, making his absence a significant setback. His timeline for return is unknown. Edu Exposito is likely to step into the midfield for that game.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Assists at Alaves Tejero assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 win against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Tejero subbed on in the second half and created Calera's game-winner in the 86th minute with his fourth assist in the campaign. That was his third appearance off bench in a row. Overall, the right-back played 22 games (13 starts) in 2024-25.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal on Friday Tejero assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Friday's 2-1 win versus Valladolid.

Impact Tejero created three chances and set up the opener for Javi Puado in the 31st minute. Tejero also made three clearances, one block and one interception. He has accumulated eight clearances, four interceptions and three tackles across the last four games and this was his first goal contribution since his goal against Athletic in October.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Sends 11 crosses in draw Tejero recorded 11 crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Osasuna. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 58th minute.

Impact Tejero was unable to make much of an impact on either side of the ball, but he has a decent floor due to his crossing numbers and role as a corner-kick taker. This was the second time that Tejero recorded double-digit crosses this season. Over his last six games, the right-back has tallied 11 chances created, 44 crosses and 22 crosses.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts 20 crosses, 11 corners Tejero registered two shots (zero on goal), 20 crosses (five accurate) and 11 corners in Friday's 2-0 loss versus Sevilla.

Impact In Tejero's first start start since Sept. 26, he definitely tried to make the appearance count. A total of 20 crosses and 11 corners is an unprecedented amount in both categories unlikely to be replicated. Tejero attempted 17 crosses and nine corners across his previous five appearances.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bags club's lone goal Tejero scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 4-1 loss against Athletic.

Impact Tejero was the only player from Espanyol to find the net Saturday in the brutal loss. He only appeared for 17 minutes off the bench in the loss, also notching six crosses in his short time on the field. This marks his first goal of the season, now having three goal contributions.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Credited with two assists Saturday Tejero assisted twice to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 3-2 victory against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Tejero set up two of Javi Puado's goals and played a key role in the win with his attacking involvement. In the first half, he delivered a low cross that Puado tapped home to open Espanyol's scoring, and then he assisted on the second goal with a perfect cross that the same forward nodded home. Tejero has two assists in three starts, and he should remain in the starting lineup going forward.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sends seven crosses in draw Tejero registered one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 0-0 draw versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Tejero sent a season-high seven crosses and tied his high of two accurate crosses, achieved one other time among three games played. Tejero is now up to a total of 14 crosses and five accurate crosses on the season. He is also up to three chances created over three games played.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sends five crosses from right-back Tejero recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Monday's 1-0 loss versus Valladolid.

Impact Tejero was a constant presence on the right side of the pitch for Espanyol, and his attacking runs created more than one problem for the opposing defense. However, he's expected to adopt a more defensive stance against Real Sociedad, meaning he's not expected to be as involved on offense as he was in this match.

AUGUST 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE