CARL STARFELT NEWS

Clears suspension Starfelt is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Starfelt has served his suspension following his two yellows against Real Sociedad and is set to return in the next contest. The defender is an undisputed starter when available for the Celeste and is expected to return to the starting squad.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Two first half yellows Starfelt was sent off in the 45th minute of Sunday's 1-1 draw to Real Sociedad.

Impact Starfelt would see two first-half yellow cards Sunday, and that would lead to his exit, sent off just ahead of halftime. This will leave him suspended for the next match, missing out against Osasuna on Oct. 26 and returning against Levante on Nov. 2. He has started in their past three games, so this will force a change, with Carlos Dominguez as a likely replacement.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal in draw Starfelt made three clearances and one interception but scored an own goal during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Starfelt made his first league start of the season but, unfortunately for him, he was mostly noticed for the own goal he scored to give the opposition the lead with just seven minutes into the game. The good news for the center-back is that he looks fully recovered from the physical issues that made him miss the start of the campaign and now he'll have an international break to get himself in even better shape.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Europa League Starfelt started and played the full 90 during Thursday's match with PAOK.

Impact Starfelt was fully cleared of an ankle injury pre-match, and that seems to have gone as expected. He played the full 90, moved well throughout and seemed to be fully fit. This was his second start of the season, as he missed the opening three matches due to injury and has been working to get back to full fitness.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared of injury Starfelt (ankle) has been medically cleared, according to his club.

Impact Starfelt suffered an ankle injury a few days ago but has already returned to the group, as the defender has been cleared for play moving forward. This is solid news for the defender, as he started in the match before his injury. However, he has only started in one of his three appearances and will likely return to a rotational role.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ankle problem Starfelt is not in the squad for Sunday's match against Elche due to an ankle injury.

Impact Starfelt picked up an ankle injury in the UEFA Europa League debut against Stuttgart on Thursday, and he won't be an option here. It remains to be seen whether he'll be able to recover for the team's two games next week, against PAOK and Atletico Madrid, before the international break.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Back available against Girona Starfelt (leg) is in the squad list for Sunday's clash against Girona.

Impact Starfelt has fully recovered from his leg injury after returning to full training this week and is back available for Celta Vigo. The center-back is expected to return directly to a starting role in the back-three now that he is available.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Out for time being Starfelt underwent further examinations on Tuesday that confirmed a grade I rupture in his left femoral biceps and is out for the time being, the club announced.

Impact Starfelt suffered a grade I rupture in his left femoral biceps and will likely miss several weeks to recover from the issue. The timeline for those types of injuries is usually between two weeks and one month but can be longer if the recovery does not go as planned. Starfelt is a regular starter in the back three of Celta Vigo, therefore his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Yoel Lago likely taking a larger role for the Celeste.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers leg injury Starfelt has suffered a muscular lesion to his left leg and is out for the time being, the club announced.

Impact Starfelt suffered a leg injury in recent days and will be out while he recovers. His return date is uncertain but he is expected to be sidelined for a few weeks. He is a regular starter in Celta Vigo's back three so his absence will likely open the door for Yoel Lago to start in his place.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 20 during friendly Starfelt (hamstring) appeared for 20 minutes as a substitute in a friendly on Tuesday.

Impact Starfelt was able to return to the field this week after receiving medical clearance to begin the offseason, seeing an appearance as a substitute. This is solid news even though is was a minor cameo, still able to take the field. He was a regular starter last season, so he will look to begin the 2025/26 season as a starter again.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Receives medical clearance Starfelt (hamstring) has received medical clearance and will start the pre-season fully fit, the club announced.

Impact Starfelt suffered a season-ending hamstring injury in late April but has now fully recovered and is fully fit heading into the pre-season for the 2025/26 campaign. The defender will be a key player in the backline for Celta Vigo once again and is set to play in Europe with the Spanish club after previously featuring in European matches during his Celtic days.

JULY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play again this season Starfelt (hamstring) suffered a muscle tear in the tendon of his right hamstring in training a few days ago and will miss six to eight weeks, ruling him out for the remainder of th...

Impact Starfelt was aiming for a return from his thigh injury against Madrid but suffered another injury in training, this time in his right hamstring. He will undergo an MRI in the coming days to determine the extent of this new injury, but he will be out for at least six to eight weeks and will not play again this season. Yoel Lago is expected to replace him in the backline for the final stretch of the season.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming return against Madrid Starfelt (thigh) is aiming a return against Real Madrid, coach Claudio Giraldez said in the press conference.

Impact Starfelt will have a few more days to recover from his thigh injury since the coach does not want to risk him and said he might be back for next Sunday's clash against Real Madrid. Yoal Lago has been the one replacing him in the backline during his absence.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined 10 to 15 day Starfelt is set to miss around 10 to 15 days of action due to a thigh strain, according to his club.

Impact Starfelt looks to be a slightly better absence than first expected, as he will likely miss around the two-week mark due to his injuries. This will leave the club without a regular starter in the defense until May, hoping that's the only time he misses. That said, this will force a change, with Jailson as a likely replacement.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with thigh injury Starfelt suffered a thigh injury in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Espanyol and is expected to be sidelined for the time being, manager Claudio Giraldez told media during his post-match pr...

Impact Celta Vigo have yet to disclose an official report on the injury, but Giraldez's words seem to suggest the center-back will miss at least a few matches even in a best-case scenario. This means Jailson will likely play at center-back as long as Starfelt is out.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Off after 14 minutes Starfelt was forced off the field in Saturday's match against Espanyol due to an apparent injury.

Impact Starfelt would not last long Saturday, needing a substitute after only 14 minutes of play. That said, this will be something to monitor, as he is typically a regular starter for the club. He was replaced by Carlos Dominguez, a possible replacement if Starfelt misses more time.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Five clearances in victory Starfelt had one tackle (zero won), five clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 win over Valladolid.

Impact Starfelt led the Celta Vigo defensive effort with five clearances Saturday as they held Valladolid at-bay in a 1-0 victory. The central defender has started and played the full 90 minutes in each of Celta Vigo's most recent five La Liga fixtures. Over that span, he's averaged six clearances and one interception per appearance while creating a single chance.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension Starfelt completed his one-game suspension for yellow cards accumulation and will be eligible to face Atletico on Saturday.

Impact Starfelt missed Saturday's 3-2 win over Betis and is now available to play on Saturday. He is expected to return directly in the starting squad in the back-three on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Picks one match ban Starfelt is set to be suspended after accumulating five yellow cards in the league.

Impact Starfelt picked up his fifth yellow card, resulting in a suspension for the La Liga match against Betis. Carlos Dominguez is expected to start in central defense for that match.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Logs double-digit clearances in win Starfelt made two tackles (both won), 10 clearances and one block while helping his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 1-0 win over Las Palmas.

Impact Starfelt returned to the team after being benched in the previous contest and made most of the new chance by pacing all players in clearances and being key for his team to withstand some heavy pressure during the last 30 minutes despite playing with two men down. Starfelt's season-high 10 clearances were most than his combined production from the previous three appearances.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets one in loss Starfelt scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Monday's 4-3 loss versus Villarreal.

Impact Starfelt buried his first goal of the campaign in just his third game played, already tying his total of one goal among 27 appearances last season. This also marked his second start of the year, after coming in as a sub in the last outing. Starfelt has over 55 completed passes in both starting appearances and but has not yet regeistered a tackle won this season.

AUGUST 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in cup Starfelt started and went 90 minutes during Wednesday's 3-1 win over Valencia in the Copa del Rey.

Impact Starfelt came back from a hamstring injury and did it in style, going 90 minutes during Wednesday's win. The center-back was denied the clean sheet by a penalty, but still put together a solid return performance. Before the injury Starfelt was one of the most important pieces of the starting XI and now that he is fit once more he has a good chance to return to that role.

JANUARY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Copa del Rey Starfelt (hamstring) was named to the squad list for Wednesday's Copa del Rey matchup with Valencia.

Impact Starfelt looks poised to rejoin the squad after missing three of the club's last four matches due to injury. When fit, the central defender has started all 16 off his appearances, racking up 99 clearances, 20 interceptions and 17 blocks to go with one goal on seven shots (four on target). Carlos Dominguez figures to get relegated to a bench role with Starfelt back in the mix.

JANUARY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hamstring injury confirmed Starfelt (hamstring) suffered a hamstring injury during Wednesday's clash with Villarreal, Celta Vigo announced.

Impact Starfelt will undergo testing during the winter break to determine the extent of the injury. It's not clear how serious the problem might be, but the defender will likely be a doubt for a Jan. 3 clash with Betis. Carlos Dominguez replaced Starfelt on Wednesday. Starfelt could even be sidelined until the end of January if the injury proves to be more than a very minor strain.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up issue Starfelt was forced off with an apparent injury during the second half of Wednesday's clash with Villarreal.

Impact Starfelt was clearly struggling heading into halftime and after being examined he was deemed unfit to come back out for the second half. The defender will now have two weeks to recover before a Jan. 3 clash with Betis after the winter break. Carlos Dominguez came on to replace Starfelt on Wednesday.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE