Augusto Batalla - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Successfully undergoes surgery Batalla successfully underwent surgery at FREMAP Hospital in Majadahonda for the tibia fracture he suffered in his right leg against Deportivo Alaves, the club posted.

Impact Batalla is facing a lengthy layoff after the injury was confirmed following a rough collision in that match, with reports suggesting an absence of at least three months and potentially up to six. That timeline points to a possible return around December at the earliest. Daniel Cardenas is expected to continue as Rayo's starting goalkeeper in the meantime while Batalla begins his recovery process.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Out at least three months Batalla (leg) is set to miss at least three months of action due to a broken tibia, according to Marcos Del Bano of Marca.

Impact Batalla is facing rough news to start the season, as after a rough collision in Thursday's draw against Alaves, he has been confirmed to have suffered a broken tibia. This will force him to the sidelines for at least three months and up to six months, hopefully returning sometime in December at best. This will force Rayo to continue without their starting keeper, leaving Daniel Cardenas to start moving forward.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Facing potentially serious shin injury Batalla will undergo medical tests Friday to determine the severity of a shin injury suffered in Thursday's draw against Alaves, with initial signs not encouraging, according to El...

Impact Batalla left the pitch on a stretcher after a collision with Toni Martinez and struggled to make it to the locker room afterward, with doctors still working to determine whether there's bone damage or another underlying issue. He's started both of Rayo's matches in goal so far this season, conceding a pair of goals, but this scare now puts that run in real jeopardy, and Daniel Cardenas would likely step in between the posts if Batalla is sidelined for an extended stretch.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Stretchered off Thursday Batalla left Thursday's matchup versus Alaves on a stretcher after suffering an injury in the 60th minute.

Impact Batalla has been Rayo's starting goalkeeper in each of the first two games of the season, conceding a pair of goals over that span, but he's now at risk of missing future action. The severity of the issue remains to be determined, but he struggled to walk while looking in serious pain after his substitution. If he heads to the sidelines for a few weeks, Daniel Cardenas will likely fill in for him in upcoming fixtures.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Beaten twice from spot Batalla made two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Sevilla.

Impact Batalla responded every time Sevilla tested him, but there was nothing he could've done on the two penalties he faced. The veteran goalkeeper is pretty much locked in into the starting role between the posts for Rayo and should remain in the XI when they take on Alaves on Thursday.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves in clean sheet Batalla kept a clean sheet while making two saves during Sunday's 2-0 win over Villarreal.

Impact Batalla helped Rayo to all three points by blanking Villarreal on Sunday. The keeper has allowed two goals while combining for seven saves over his last three starts. Batalla and company head to Alaves for their season finale Saturday.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Deserves some blame Batalla had two saves and allowed one goal in Thursday's 1-1 draw versus Valencia.

Impact Batalla can be partly blamed for Valencia's lone goal in this match, as he should've done a better job guarding the near post. Batalla has posted excellent results of late, tallying four sheets and just seven goals allowed in his past 11 league starts dating back to Feb. 15.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Gives up late equalizer Batalla made three saves and allowed one goal in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Girona.

Impact Batalla cost Rayo Vallecano two points in what could be a tight finish for a Europe spot next season with the late goal, though he did make three saves in the match. The goalkeeper should be able to have a strong outing to rebound from the late collapse when he plays Valencia, a team with just 38 goals scored in 35 La Liga games.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 3 • Associated Press

Saves penalty against Getafe Batalla made three saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 2-0 win over Getafe. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 61st minute.

Impact Batalla returned to the starting lineup after serving suspension in the previous league matchup, and he put in a remarkable effort, recording a penalty save along with his second straight clean sheet considering domestic and European play. It has been a solid campaign for him, with his 10 clean sheets ranking third in the competition so far. He's now expected to get the nod over Daniel Cardenas ahead of a crucial week in which the team will visit Strasbourg for the second leg of the Conference League semifinals before hosting a struggling Girona side in league action.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible after suspension Batalla has served his league ban and is available for selection in future fixtures.

Impact Batalla stayed on the bench over the last two matches before the suspension, but he's part of a rather close contention with Daniel Cardenas ahead of the final rounds of the competition. Batalla previously made 30 league appearances this season, making 82 saves and conceding 35 goals while keeping nine clean sheets over that span.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss one game Batalla will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Batalla picked up his fifth yellow card of La Liga play from the bench last time out and will be sidelined for Sunday's clash against Real Sociedad due to suspension. The starting keeper has been managing a lingering thigh issue in recent weeks, so the forced break could actually work in his favor as he gets some extra recovery time before the season's final push. In the meantime, Daniel Cardenas is set to step in and handle duties between the posts for Rayo Vallecano.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Given backup role Batalla (thigh) is on the bench for Thursday's match against Espanyol.

Impact Batalla is no longer missing time despite the doubtful tag, as the goalie is listed on the bench. He is their starting keeper, so this likely signifies he is not fully fit, still needing some time to heal, but an option if they need to call on him. He has started in 30 games this season, recording nine clean sheets while allowing 35 goals.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to face Espanyol Batalla (thigh) is doubtful for Thursday's match against Espanyol, according to manager Inigo Perez. "We'll see Augusto today, but he probably won't be able to help us tomorrow."

Impact Batalla is still not fully fit from his thigh injury, and with the club taking the situation cautiously, he seems likely to miss out again. This would force backup goalie Daniel Cardenas into a starting role again, only starting once all season. It seems clear that the club is protecting Batalla as they enter a Conference League semifinal on April 30 against Strasbourg, although they will still need to be cautious as they find themselves only a few points clear of relegation. That said, once he is fully fit, the club should have him starting immediately.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Still managing issue Batalla (thigh) did not train with the team Monday and is a slight doubt for Thursday's clash against Espanyol after continuing to manage the discomfort he picked up in the first l...

Impact Batalla had gutted out the full 90 minutes in Thursday's Conference League return leg against AEK despite the issue, but his absence from Monday's team session suggests the problem has not fully cleared. The Argentine goalkeeper has started every league and Conference League fixture this season except the game against Mallorca between both UEFA Conference League legs and his potential absence would be a significant blow for Rayo, with Daniel Cardenas on standby to step between the posts if Batalla cannot be cleared in time. The club will monitor his condition closely over the coming days before making a final call ahead of what is already a difficult fixture with multiple injury and suspension concerns mounting for coach Inigo Perez's side.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option Batalla (thigh) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Mallorca.

Impact Batalla was a late call for Sunday, but has passed his testing, with the goalie fit enough for the team sheet. He is only on the bench but should return to the starting XI in their next contest, as this is his first missed start all season, their typical starter in net.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Late call against Mallorca Batalla (thigh) is being closely monitored and is a late call for Sunday's clash against Mallorca, according to coach Inigo Perez, per UnionRayoLive. "We have today's training to s...

Impact Batalla played through the thigh discomfort for the remainder of Thursday's Conference League win over AEK Athens after being struck late in the first half, and the club is assessing him on a day-by-day basis before making a call. The Argentine has started every league and Conference League fixture this season, making his potential absence a significant blow with both the Mallorca clash and the Conference League return leg in Athens also on the horizon. Daniel Cardenas remains on standby to step in if Batalla cannot go on Sunday.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Thursday Batalla is a doubt for Sunday's clash against Mallorca after picking up a thigh injury in Thursday's Conference League win over AEK Athens, the player commented, per Pasion Por El...

Impact Batalla made a crucial save to keep Rayo in front during the match before suffering the blow to his right thigh late in the first half, playing through the discomfort for the remainder of the game. The Argentine has started every single league and Conference League fixture this season, making his potential absence a significant blow for the Franjirojos. The club will assess the MRI results before making a decision on his availability, with the Conference League return leg against AEK also a factor in how carefully they manage his workload. Daniel Cardenas would step between the posts if Batalla is ruled out Sunday.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Batalla had four saves and allowed zero goals in Friday's 1-0 victory against Elche.

Impact Batalla responded every time he was needed, and the veteran goalkeeper recorded his third clean sheet over his past eight contests. Batalla will try to keep that strong run alive when visiting Mallorca, who defeated Real Madrid this past weekend, on Sunday, April 12.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Three saves but concedes away Batalla recorded three saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Barcelona.

Impact Batalla made three saves as his side lost 1-0 away to Barcelona. From 29 games this season, he has kept eight clean sheets. He has conceded one goal or fewer in each of the last seven games in La Liga, which have included two clean sheets. This game was the 16th of the 29 that he has played this year where he has kept a clean sheet.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four saves Batalla had four saves and allowed one goal in Monday's 1-1 draw against Levante.

Impact Batalla had a solid effort Monday, recording four saves with one high claim while allowing just a goal to Levante. He's only conceded four goals in the last five appearances, totaling 11 saves with two high claims in that span. The keeper will head to Barcelona for the next game on Sunday, who have scored 14 goals in the last five contests.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Lets one go Batalla had one save and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Sevilla.

Impact Batalla allowed a single goal while making one save during the draw to Sevilla on Sunday. He's let in just one single goal in the last three appearances, making just four saves in that span. The keeper will face off with Levante for the next match on Mar 16, who have scored just three goals in the last five appearances. Batalla kept a clean sheet with four saves during the last outing against the opponent on Oct 19.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Batalla registered two saves and secured a clean sheet in Wednesday's 3-0 victory against Oviedo.

Impact Batalla made just two saves while keeping the clean sheet vs Oviedo on Wednesday. He's been on a good rune with eight saves and two clean sheets in the last four appearances, making eight saves in the process. The keeper will head to Sevilla for the next game on Sunday, who have scored six goals in the last five appearances.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Lets in one Batalla recorded one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Athletic.

Impact Batalla recorded just one save and made 15 passes. He has now accumulated 13 saves and four clearances across the last five games, conceding seven times. Next, he takes on Oviedo, who have netted four times in the last three games and are winless in that span.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves in draw Batalla made two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Betis.

Impact Batalla repelled one of two Real Betis shots Saturday and made one clearance as Rayo Vallecano earned a share of the points in a 1-1 draw. Across his last five starting appearances, the veteran keeper has produced 16 saves and five clearances while conceding nine goals and recording one clean sheet. Batalla's next challenge is likely to come Saturday when Ray Vallecano hosts Athletic Bilbao.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

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