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Wasteful in front of goal Roca generated eight shots (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Thursday's 1-1 draw against Real Sociedad. In addition, he was given a yellow card...

Impact Only one of Roca's eight shots was on frame, and he didn't manage a single accurate cross in a disastrous showing offensively. It won't get any easier for the midfielder against Atletico Madrid, a strong defensive side which has only conceded 39 goals in 36 domestic games.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Scores vs. Valencia Roca scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Valencia.

Impact Roca took advantage of a low cross from Joel Roca to find the back of the net in this loss. Roca has three goals this season, but since he plays off the bench most of the time, his upside is very limited.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off bench Saturday Roca scored one goal on four shot attempts and drew two fouls in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Levante.

Impact Roca played 36 minutes on Saturday, his most in a game since December and he rewarded his manager with the only Girona goal of the day. It has been tough for the mid-fielder to find regular playing time for Girona, starting nine of his 22 appearances so far. He should be a late sub in Saturday's tilt versus Athletic.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Roca is eligible again following a one-game ban he served Monday against Alaves.

Impact Roca will likely bounce back as a substitute behind left winger Bryan Gil for the remainder of the season. The young attacker has recorded one goal and an assist across 20 La Liga games this season, with the latter of those contributions coming in his last appearance.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist, red card in win Roca was shown a red card after assisting once as a substitute during Monday's 2-1 win over Barcelona.

Impact Roca contributed to a massive comeback victory by delivering a short pass that led to Fran Beltran's 86th-minute goal, but he was sent off with a straight red card in stoppage time. This means the young winger will be suspended for the next visit to Alaves, so he could appear again in a week 26 meeting with Celta Vigo. He's usually limited to a backup role though, and that should be the case even when he's back from the ban, with Bryan Gil favored on the left flank.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in draw Roca registered two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Real Madrid.

Impact After starting in his first eight appearances, Roca played as a sub for a third straight game, entering the match to replace Bryan Gil in the 72nd minute. He managed to deliver a notable impact in short time, tallying multiple shots for the first time in five matches. On the other hand, this was the first time in three outings that he did not account for a tackle.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in Girona Roca is heading back from the U20 World Cup after Spain lost in the quarterfinals against Colombia.

Impact Roca is an option again for Girona after returning from the U20 World Cup in Chile since Spain lost against Colombia in the quarterfinals. This is good news for the Catalans since the winger has started all of his five appearances this season and should resume a starting role against Barcelona on Saturday.

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Linking up with Spain U20 Roca was called up by Spain for the upcoming U20 World Cup in Chile.

Impact Roca is one of several players with experience in LaLiga who will be part of the team in this tournament. The Spanish squad will travel to Chile on Monday, however, so Roca could still be available to face Levante on Saturday if needed.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Strong return to Girona Roca scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 3-1 defeat versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Having been on loan to CD Mirandes last season, Friday marked Roca's first Girona appearance in over two years, with his last game during the 2022-23 La Liga. With a goal against Rayo Vallecano, the midfielder is already making an admirable impression. The question becomes whether or not Roca maintains his current role and establishes consistency.

AUGUST 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nightmare game for Girona goalie Gazzaniga as La Liga starts with Rayo Vallecano win

Girona goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga has had a rough start to La Liga

AUGUST 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Extends contract with Girona Roca has extended his contract with Girona until 2029, the club announced.

Impact Roca was on loan to CD Mirandes last season and had a brilliant spell there as he nearly helped the team reach the Spanish top flight. For his first professional season, he played 38 games, logging 1,730 minutes, scoring six goals and providing three assists. Roca already made his team debut with the senior squad of Girona in 2022/23 and could potentially play a role in 2025/26.

JULY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Features in preseason Roca (knee) came off the bench during Wednesday's 4-0 preseason loss to Toulouse.

Impact Roca missed the entire 2023/24 season with an ACL injury. he is set to return to action of the new campaign as a bench option after not having played in a competitive match since May 2023. The midfielder made only five appearances in La Liga play as he is still inexperience playing at the top flight.

JULY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE