ANTE BUDIMIR NEWS

Returns against Sociedad Budimir (calf) is on the bench for Saturdya's match against Real Sociedad.

Impact Budimir was unlikely for Saturday but is making his return to the team sheet, with the forward only healthy enough for a bench spot. He is their typical starter at forward, so he will hope to return to that role after testing his legs, looking to add to his four goals this season.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely vs. Real Sociedad Budimir (calf) didn't train with the group Thursday and is not expected to be available for Saturday's game against Real Sociedad, according to Navarra Television.

Impact Budimir didn't train with the group throughout the week and wasn't part of the Croatia squad during the break. His lack of progress in the recovery means the striker is highly unlikely to be available against Real Sociedad on Saturday, weakening an already-thin attacking line. Raul Garcia would be tasked with leading the frontline if Budimir doesn't play this weekend.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers calf injury Budimir (calf) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Sevilla due to injury, the club announced.

Impact Budimir suffered a calf injury in the last game against Real Oviedo that revealed a lesion in his soleus muscle and will rule him out for Saturday's clash against Sevilla. The striker will hope to recover in time during the international break to be back available for the game against Real Sociedad on Nov. 22. Until then, Raul Garcia is expected to get a larger role in the frontline for Osasuna.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots in loss Budimir generated three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Budimir led his side with three shots in Saturday's loss, putting one on target for his first time since Sept. 20. He also did not create a chance or record a cross in his second straight match. On the defensive end he added one tackle and three clearances as he played the full 90 minutes in his third straight match.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Comes up empty in front of goal Budimir generated four shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 defeat to Betis.

Impact The forward didn't put any of his shots on target and failed to generate many chances against a tough Real Betis defense. Budimir will try to find the back of the net Friday against Getafe, a side which has conceded nine times in seven La Liga matches.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Converts from spot Budimir scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Villarreal.

Impact Budimir converted his penalty but didn't muster much else offensively in a game Osasuna lost in the second half. He could have more success against Elche, a mid-table side that has been stellar defensively so far with only four goals conceded in four matches.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Limited impact once again Budimir generated three shots (three on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Espanyol.

Impact The three shots on target represented a season-high mark for Budimir, but the Croatian striker doesn't carry a lot of fantasy value when he doesn't find the back of the net. He'll aim to get back to his scoring ways against Rayo Vallecano on Sunday, Sep. 14, after the international break.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal in win Budimir scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Valencia.

Impact Budimir recorded his first goal of the season Sunday to deliver the team the win against Valencia. He also recorded two shots on target, winning four ariels in the process. However, he's dispossessed the ball five times in just two games, while only recording the two shots on target to start off the new season.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappé scores twice as Real Madrid wins 3-0 at Oviedo to maintain perfect start in La Liga

Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso started with Vinícius Júnior on the bench for the Spanish league game at Oviedo on Sunday but the Brazil star still played a decisive role after comin...

AUGUST 24 • Associated Press

Lewandowski strikes twice for champion Barcelona but can't catch Mbappé for scoring title

Barcelona has capped its title-winning campaign with a 3-0 victory at Athletic Bilbao with Robert Lewandowski scoring twice but falling short of catching Kylian Mbappé as the Spani...

MAY 25 • Associated Press

Fires four shots against Alaves Budimir had four shots (two on goal) and two clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Budimir paced his team in attempts as he has often done, but the opposing goalie answered the bell multiple times, denying him his fourth goal on the trot. He had a career year, scoring 21 goals and adding four assists, 99 shots (37 on target) and 16 chances created.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Opens scoring and sets club record Budimir scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 win over Espanyol.

Impact Budimir scored the opening goal in the 17th minute by converting a cross from Aimar Oroz to give Osasuna the lead. It was his 21st goal of the La Liga season, setting a new club record for most goals in a single campaign. Budimir has found the back of the net in each of the last three matches and has played a key role in the team's push for European qualification. He will look to add to his tally against Alaves in the season finale on Saturday.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late goal to seal win Budimir scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Thursday's 2-0 win against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Budimir doubled Osasuna's lead in the 82nd minute with a well-placed header, securing a 2-0 victory over Atletico on Thursday. The goal was his 20th in La Liga this season and underlined his importance in Osasuna's attack. Budimir remains a consistent scoring threat during what is actually the most prolific campaign of his career. He will look to add to his tally against Espanyol on Sunday after failing to score in the first leg in mid-December.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer in draw Budimir scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Betis. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 46th...

Impact Budimir latched on to a flicked-on cross at the back post in the second half Sunday to slot home the equalizer in Osasuna's 1-1 draw versus Real Betis. The forward has been a one-man offensive juggernaut over his last five appearances (five starts), as he's managed to score four goals and supply two assists. Budimir's 19 goals over the La Liga campaign trail only Robert Lewandowski and Kylian Mbappe.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in defeat Budimir assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 defeat to Villarreal.

Impact Budimir registered an assist in the 66th minute as he helped reduce the deficit. The forward has been very active recently as he's registered five goal contributions over his last four games.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace in victory Budimir scored two goals to go with five shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 3-2 win against Valladolid.

Impact Budimir scored form open play in the first half Sunday before converting a second half penalty to secure a brace and help lift Osasuna to a 3-2 victory over Valladolid. The goal marks back-to-back appearances in which the forward has found the back of the net. Budimir's 18 La Liga goals on the campaign are one more than his previous career high for goals in a single La Liga campaign, which he set with Osasuna during the 20232024 campaign.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Involved in both goals Budimir scored a goal and had an assist while taking two shots (one on goal) and creating two chances during Sunday's 2-1 win over Girona.

Impact Budimir opened the scoring in the 38th minute before setting up Pablo Ibanez in the 79th to play a role in both Osasuna goals. The goal involvements were the first since March 16th for Budimir who has combined for seven shots and four chances created over his last three starts.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in draw Budimir registered four shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 draw against Leganes.

Impact Budimir racked up more than three shots in a match for the seventh time in 30 appearances on the season. This also marked the first time in three outings that he landed a shot on target and the first time in eight outings that he had more than one on target. Additionally, this was his second straight game accounting for a chance created.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Late penalty rescues point for Leganes at home to Osasuna

Dani Raba's late penalty has given Leganes a 1-1 draw at home to Osasuna and secured a potentially vital point in its battle against La Liga relegation

APRIL 7 • Associated Press

Barcelona beats Osasuna 3-0 to extend La Liga lead

Ferran Torres and Dani Olmo scored early goals to lead Barcelona to a 3-0 win over Osasuna and extend its lead of the Spanish league

MARCH 27 • Associated Press

Converts penalty Sunday Budimir scored one goal to go with five shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Getafe.

Impact Budimir scored his 15th goal of the season Sunday, a penalty in the 45th minute which opened up the scoring. He has been in great form as of late with five goals and one assist across his last six appearances. He took five shots for just the fourth time this season, but his penalty attempt was the only one he put on target.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Raphinha scoring in the clutch to keep Barcelona on pace for titles

Robert Lewandowski is leading Barcelona in scoring

MARCH 7 • Associated Press

Involved in two of three goals Budimir had an assist with his lone chance created and scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal) during Sunday's 3-3 draw with Valencia.

Impact Budimir set up Aimar Oroz in the 26th minute before converting a penalty himself in the 45th to play a role in two of Osasuna's three goals. The forward has three goal involvements to go along with 10 shots over his last three league starts.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots but inaccurate Budimir generated four shots (zero on goal) in Friday's 1-0 defeat versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Budimir was unable to find the target -- let alone the back of the net -- with each of his four shots, and as it tends to be the case, he didn't do much outside of that. One of the best pure finishers in LaLiga, Budimir has three goals over his last four starts and has attempted 11 shots (four on targets) in that stretch, giving him 13 goals across 25 appearances (22 starts) in 2024/25.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE