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Fading role for captain Guevara has made three appearances for Alaves through the first stretch of the 2026/27 La Liga campaign, totaling 96 minutes with one start.

Impact Guevara continues the decline in influence that defined his previous two seasons, now the ninth-choice outfield player in minutes and mostly used to close out matches. His contract runs through 2027 and he remains club captain, but sporting director Sergio Fernandez has been noncommittal about his long-term role. He projects as a rotational midfield option rather than a regular starter.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in Tuesday's loss Guevara assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Tuesday's 2-1 loss versus Real Madrid.

Impact Guevara recorded his first assist of the season Tuesday as he set up Toni Martinez's goal in the 93rd minute. It was one of a season-high two chances he created in the match. He also recorded one off-target shot and one clearance in his 15 minutes off the bench.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Guevara is available for upcoming contests after serving a one-match ban Friday against Villarreal.

Impact Guevara wasn't heavily involved over the last few weeks before his suspension, so he might come off the bench in the remaining games. The midfielder would be a source of passes and tackles if he gets meaningful minutes on the pitch at some point, challenging current starters Antonio Blanco, Pablo Ibanez and Carles Alena.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 8 • Associated Press

Receives red card against Valencia Guevara picked up a red card as a substitute in Sunday's 3-2 loss to Valencia.

Impact Guevara came off the bench but was sent off for a couple of yellow cards in stoppage time during the loss. He must now serve a one-game ban next weekend versus Villarreal, with his next chance to feature coming in the March 22 visit to Celta Vigo. However, his absence will be a blow to the depth of the squad with both Antonio Blanco and Jon Guridi currently favored in central midfield.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer Guevara scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Getafe.

Impact The midfielder helped his side get at least a point from an encounter it dominated. He's in a good position to have strong production on Saturday against Mallorca, a team which has allowed 11 goals through six matches.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Solid contribution in reduced role Guevara appeared in 33 matches, including 20 starts for Deportivo Alaves in the 2024 campaign.

Impact Guevara saw 13 fewer starts compared to last season but managed to deliver similar offensive impact with one goal contribution, 12 shots and three shots on target. However, he did fall short with his 12 chances created and 759 completed passes, which hardly compare to his production from one season ago. Nonetheless, he continued to stand strong defensively, as his multi-faceted effort makes him an influential factor on the field.

JUNE 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Two chances created Guevara generated two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 1-0 victory against Valencia.

Impact Guevara created two chances during Wednesday's clash, nearly setting up a goal during the second half. He wasn't able to get on the scoresheet though, and came off settling for the win. Guevara has been a limited box-to-box option with few chances to get on the ball as Alaves struggle for control.

MAY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Registers seven tackles Guevara had seven tackles (six won) and three clearances in Saturday's 3-1 win over Betis.

Impact Guevara was decent in the midfield Saturday, getting most of his work done in the defense. He would notch three clearances and seven tackles (six won), with his seven tackles leading the match. This was his first start in four appearances and he is likely to fall back to the bench next contest.

JANUARY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three clearances as sub Guevara registered one tackle (one won), three clearances and one interception in Friday's 1-0 win versus Mallorca.

Impact Guevara subbed on in the first half for the injured Carlos Protesoni, logging his 11th (seven starts) appearance in the season. The midfielder made the second-most clearances for Alaves during his time in the pitch. He will likely get the nod while the starter is not cleared by the doctors.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lands on scoresheet Guevara assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-2 loss against Real Madrid.

Impact Guevara was demoted the bench Tuesday, however was still able to make an impact with an assist, his first of the season. The midfielder is entering his second season with Alaves, recording four starts in seven appearances, logging in an assist with eigh tackles (four won), seven clearances and four chances created.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off against Betis Guevara registered one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Betis.

Impact Guevara recorded 53 touches and made four tackles before being replaced by Carlos Benavidez in the 77th minute. Having featured in every game except one last season, Guevara will aim to maintain this consistency through this season.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed on against Valencia Guevara generated one clearance in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Valencia.

Impact Guevara took over for Antonio Blanco in the 72nd minute, contributing with nine touches and a crucial clearance. This season, Guevara has only been directly involved in one goal, which came against Atletico Madrid back in October.

MAY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in loss Guevara placed one shot (not on-target) and created three chances in Monday's 3-0 defeat by Girona.

Impact Guevara was one of the brighter lights in a disappointing Alaves team on Monday that was dismantled by Girona. This was his return following a suspension for five yellows. He was a key playmaker creating three chances, firing a shot and in defensive duties managing four tackles and an interception. The regular starting midfielder has scored once but is yet to provide an assist.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension Guevara completed a one-game ban and will be eligible to face Girona on Dec. 18.

Impact Guevara missed the match against Las Palmas due to yellow-card accumulation, but he's ready to return. Given he has been in the starting lineup in every game for Alaves before the suspension, he should slot right back into the starting XI.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Earns suspension Guevara picked up his fifth yellow card of the season Sunday against Mallorca, meaning he'll be suspended to face Las Palmas on Saturday.

Impact Guevara only has one goal and nine shots (two on target) on the season, so his fantasy upside isn't particularly high, but he's been a regular starter for Alaves and has been in the XI in each of his 15 league appearances this term. Expect Carlos Benavidez to replace him in midfield, whereas Guevara should be eligible to return for the Dec. 18 match at Girona.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively versus Almeria Guevara had two off-target shots, created one chance and made six tackles (five won), two clearances and three interceptions during Sunday's 1-0 win over Almeria.

Impact Guevara was back to his normal self after scoring on the previous match, focusing on his defensive duties and simply dominating, with season highs in both tackles and interceptions. This stat-stuffing wall is probably the version we'll see in action next Sunday, when Alaves visits third-placed Barcelona.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first goal in Alaves kit Guevara scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Guevara registered his first goal since joining his new club in Sunday's loss, finding the back of the net in the 96th minute for a consolation goal. Not only was it the midfielder's first goal for the club, but it was also his first goal contribution, despite starting in every match since arriving. He also contributed two shots, two clearances and one tackle in the loss.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Alaves Guevara has agreed to a transfer to Deportivo Alaves from Real Sociedad, ending his 13-year stint at the club.

Impact Guevara started his youth career with Alaves, then moved to Real Sociedad where he played six seasons with the senior team. Since 2017, the midfielder started in 60 of the 86 appearances played, totaling two goals and one assist with 107 tackles (60 won), 68 clearances and 58 interceptions. He will return to newly promoted Alavaes, where he will hope to find a permanent spot in the starting XI for the 2023-24 campaign after making just 13 appearances in all competitions last season.

JULY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Features off bench in season finale Guevara subbed in and played the final 30 minutes or so of Sunday's 2-1 victory against Sevilla.

Impact Guevara took a step backwards in playing time with Sociedad this season, featuring in just eight La Liga games (two starts) in defensive midfield. The 25-year-old has just one year left on his contract with the club and could be in line for a summer transfer.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Included in preliminary squad Guevara (thigh) is in the initial squad list for Friday's clash with Cadiz.

Impact Guevara was included in the preliminary squad Friday after a thigh injury has caused him issues in recent weeks. Guevara was able to return to the bench previously, and then suffered a set-back for two further games. Guevara hasn't made an appearance since Jan, 8 and hasn't started since before the World Cup break.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Espanyol Guevara (thigh) is in Real Sociedad's match day squad for Monday's clash against Espanyol.

Impact Guevara has been out since mid-January with a thigh injury that sidelined him for Sociedad's last four La Liga matches, but he has recovered now and might see some playing time off the bench on Monday.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Guevara sustained a thigh injury and will be sidelined indefinitely, the team announced Friday.

Impact Guevara has been a healthy scratch 10 times this season and has featured just five times in 10 outings. when the midfielder has played, he recorded one goal on four shots (two on target), eight tackles (three won) and 10 chances created. Given his limited starts, Guevara's extended absence is unlikely to impact the majority of fantasy players.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in win Guevara conceded a yellow card during 65 minutes of Wednesday's 1-0 win over Mallorca.

Impact Guevara had only started in UEL matches until Wednesday's midweek contest. Most of the time, expect Martin Zubimendi to play as the holding midfielder in league matches even if Guevara has earned a regular role whenever a game isn't played on the weekend.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Features in friendly Guevara started during Saturday's friendly against Bournemouth

Impact Guevara had missed time in preseason training but is now back with a couple of weeks to spare. He'll be another quality option in the midfield, though a defensive focus reduces his value.

AUGUST 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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