Carlos Benavidez - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Makes bench Saturday Benavidez (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Sevilla.

Impact As expected, Benavidez is available off the bench. He's not expected to carry a ton of fantasy upside due to his role as a holding midfielder who rarely sees minutes, though.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available Benavidez (undisclosed) will be available to face Sevilla on Saturday, manager Eduardo Coudet told media Thursday. "Benavidez will be available, he trained with no problems through...

Impact Benavidez is back from an undisclosed problem and will be part of the squad after training with no problems throughout the week. However, he isn't expected to make a big impact in fantasy, as he's played only 10 minutes off the bench so far in 2025/26.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Needs a few more days Benavidez (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Athletic, according to manager Eduardo Coudet. "Carlos is only part of it today, he joined part of the training, so he w...

Impact Benavidez is still recovering from his fitness after an early exit last match, with the midfielder left out again. This is a minor loss for the club, as the midfielder has only featured for 10 minutes off the bench in three games this season. He will now look to continue his recovery this week, looking likely to face Sevilla on Sept. 20.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Features off bench before injury Benavidez (undisclosed) featured 10 minutes off bench in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Atletico before being forced off in the 89th minute due to an injury, according to Noticias de...

Impact Benavidez played his first minutes of the season in Saturday's draw against the Colchonerros before being forced off due to an injury before the final whistle. The midfielder will be assessed in the coming days to know the extend of his injury, although a possible absence won't affect the starting squad of Alaves.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Formidable presence in midfield Benavidez saw 18 appearances with six starts for Deportivo Alaves in the 2024 season.

Impact Benavidez dealt with a bit of injury trouble, which contributed to him registering 11 fewer appearances compared to the 2023 season, which was his debut season with the club. Still, he continued to show a well-rounded ability, especially shining defensively with 14 tackles won in 19 attempts, along with eight interceptions and 12 clearances.

JUNE 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Rayo Benavidez (strain) is available to face Rayo Vallecano on Saturday, manager Eduardo Coudet told media during Friday's press conference.

Impact Benavidez logged minutes off the bench in Alaves' most recent game vs. Las Palmas before the international break, and the midfielder will remain an option after going through training in the international break unscathed.

MARCH 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Friday Benavidez (strain) is questionable for Friday's match against Las Palmas after making the squad list.

Impact Benavidez looks to be a late call for Friday's contest, with the midfielder likely needing to pass a fitness test ahead of the contest to be an option after finding the squad list. This is solid news, although he is more of a rotational player, starting in five of his 10 appearances while going unused often. That said, expect him to likely see a bench spot if fit.

MARCH 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Benavidez (strain) is out for Sunday's match against Mallorca after being left off the squad list.

Impact Benavidez will not be an option once again, with the midfielder still dealt a strain that is too much to play with. He will now turn to their next contest for a return, although that is up in the air.

MARCH 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Espanyol game Benavidez (strain) will be out for Saturday's game against Espanyol, coach Eduardo Coudet said in the press conference.

Impact Benavidez is dealing with muscular discomfort and will be out for Saturday's game against Espanyol. His absence shouldn't impact the starting squad since he has mainly been a bench option this season.

FEBRUARY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unused sub vs. Valencia Benavidez (groin) was an unused substitute in Sunday's match against Valencia.

Impact Benavidez was deemed healthy enough to be available off the bench, but the midfielder didn't see time. He's not expected to be a regular in fantasy now that he's back available, though, as he's made just four starts all season long while going a full 90 just once.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Benavidez won't be available for Sunday's game against Athletic Club due to an adductor injury, manager Eduardo Coudet told media Friday.

Impact Benavidez has been in and out of the squad of late, but he'll have to sit this derby out since he's dealing with a muscular problem. It shouldn't be a long-term issue, though, so there's a chance he might return to the squad for the matchup against Valencia on Sunday, Dec. 22.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Seen running Benavidez (hamstring) was seen running on the grass Friday,

Impact Benavidez was seen running on the grass as he works his was back to recovery from a hamstring injury, He will not make the trip to Atletico Madrid, as he aims to be fit for the Leganes clash, pending his progress.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Injured early Protesoni was forced off with an apparent injury during the first half of Friday's clash with Mallorca.

Impact Protesoni picked up the injury inside the opening 18 minutes and had to be forced off. The midfielder was replaced by Ander Guevara, who should be in line for more minutes if the injury proves to be severe.

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in loss Protesoni scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-2 loss versus Real Madrid.

Impact Protesoni made a solid comeback for Alaves, scoring and assisting during the final minutes of the match Tuesday. It was his first appearance since Aug 28, starting twice in four games, logging in five tackles (three won) and four interceptions during his second campaign in La Liga.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Shown fifth yellow Saturday Benavidez recorded one clearance in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Getafe. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 37th minute, his fifth of the season which results in a one-mat...

Impact Benavidez was shown his fifth yellow card of the season Saturday which will force him out of next Saturday's season finale at Las Palmas. He ends his season with three goals, one assist and three clean sheets in 29 appearances (10 starts).

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores for second straight game Benavidez scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 3-0 win versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Benavidez picked up his second consecutive start and scored for the second straight game, moving to a total of three goals in 26 appearances on the season. He has recorded at least one shot on target in each of the last three outings but has not accounted for a chance created in that span. Benavidez also delivered a season-high five tackles and tied his season high with four tackles won in the match.

APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in start Benavidez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Atletico Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 49th minute.

Impact Benavidez has frequently operated as a substitute, even though he went a span of four games with a goal and an assist in the winter. However, he recently got a start and took advantage of it by logging what is now his second goal of the 2023-24 La Liga.

APRIL 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as sub in draw Benavidez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Mallorca.

Impact Benavidez subbed on in the 72nd minute and scored the opener four minutes later with his first goal in the season. The midfielder has been mostly a backup option, with only four starts in the campaign. He will now look for more playing time.

FEBRUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option against Real Betis Benavidez (strain) is on the bench for Sunday's clash against Real Betis.

Impact Benavidez continues his bench role for the team with just four starts in 17 ap[appearances during his first season in La Liga. He has been able to assist once, along with 30 tackles (18 won), 13 clearances and 12 interceptions.

FEBRUARY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up muscle issue Benavidez will not be available for Saturday's contest against Villarreal, having picked up a muscle issue, according to the club.

Impact Benavidez is the newest player to hit the injury report for Alaves, having picked up a muscle complication that will leave him out for the weekend. He will not hope for a speedy recovery from a minor injury, looking to return next weekend to face Betis on Sunday. His absence shouldn't affect him too much while he is out, as the midfielder has only started four times all season, mainly serving off of the bench.

FEBRUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

First assist Benavidez assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Friday's 3-0 win over Almeria.

Impact Benavidez logged his first assist of the campaign Friday after being substituted into the match for the final 28 minutes. Though his assist was notable, Benavidez has played limited minutes due, in part, to injury (4 starts, 16 appearances).

JANUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two tackles on day Benavidez generated two tackles (zero won) and three clearances in Friday's 3-1 victory versus Granada.

Impact Benavidez made an appearance off the bench after missing the last two matches with an undisclosed injury. He has not started since Sep 22, coming off the bench the last four games while logging in just six tackles and three clearances.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Friday Benavidez (undisclosed) is on the bench for Friday's match against Granada.

Impact Benavidez will be an option off the bench for Alaves and could be called upon duty if the team needs to close the result in the second half. However, the defensive nature of his role limits his upside in most matches.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In contention to play Friday Benavidez (undisclosed) is in the squad to play Friday against Granada.

Impact Benavidez had been dealing with an injury over the last few weeks, but it seems he's healthy enough to, at least, make the squad for Friday's match. Benavidez has started in three of his eight appearances this season, but the nature of his defensive role in midfield prevents him from having a lot of fantasy upside.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with injury Benavidez was not an option for Saturday's 1-0 win over Almeria with an undisclosed injury, according to manager Luis Garcia per Info Biwenger.

Impact Benavidez has started three of the eight matched played this season, recording 18 tackles (10 won) and seven interceptions thus far. However, he has not started since Sep 22, dropping off the depth chart for the team.

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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