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On bench Tuesday Casemiro (thigh) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Manchester City.

Impact Casemiro was supposedly less than 50 percent entering Tuesday's match, so his spot on the bench isn't surprising. Federico Valverde gets the call in the midfield with Rodrygo starting up front on the right wing. Valverde has played in the midfield many times this season, but none of those came against Man City.

APRIL 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for UCL game Casemiro (thigh) was not in training with Real Madrid on Monday and is unlikely to be available for Tuesday's Champions League semifinal first leg against Manchester City, accordin...

Impact If Casemiro can't play then manager Carlo Ancelotti faces a decision over whether to play Federico Valverde in a midfield-three alongside Toni Kroos and Luka Modric, or whether to push Valverde into the front three and put Eduardo Camavinga in midfield.

APRIL 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Are Modric, Kroos and Casemiro still Real Madrid's best midfield? Man City to ask questions of fabled trio Luka Modric, Toni Kroos and Casemiro together helped Real Madrid dominate the Champions League. But are they still Carlo Ancelotti's best be...

APRIL 25, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Facing fitness test for Man City game Casemiro (thigh) has been called up by Real Madrid for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Manchester City, but he still hasn't returned to training with the team, according t...

Impact Casemiro will be a late fitness test before Tuesday's game as he missed last week's win over Osasuna with a thigh injury. He has a few days left to recover, but his potential absence would be a big blow for Madrid as likely replacement Eduardo Camavinga doesn't offer the same solidity in front of the defense.

APRIL 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with thigh injury Casemiro will miss Wednesday's clash against Osasuna with a thigh injury he suffered during training, according to Sergio Quirante of Gol.

Impact Real Madrid have a 15-point lead in La Liga, so they are in no rush to bring Casemiro back for Wednesday's league game. There will be more urgency for the Champions League semifinal against Manchester City next week, but manager Carlo Ancelotti said Tuesday that he believes Casemiro will be fit by then.

APRIL 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in win Casemiro scored a goal off two shots (one on target), created one chance and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 2-0 win over Getafe.

Impact Casemiro didn't have any defensive work here so he found more room than usual to go up the field and provide some attacking support. And, in the 38th minute, the midfielder appeared at the right place to head home Vinicius Junior's amazing cross from the left flank and open the scoring for Real Madrid. This was the first goal of the season for Casemiro, who will certainly be featured once again during Tuesday's UCL match against Chelsea but will be suspended for Apr. 17 visit to Sevilla due to yellow-card accumulation.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 11, 2022 • Associated Press

Suspended Wednesday Casemiro will be suspended for Wednesday's clash with PSG.

Impact Casemiro is set to miss Wednesday's match with PSG through suspension. The defensive midfielder is a major loss for Madrid, as he is the heart-and-soul of the midfield. Eduardo Camavinga may move into his role, though it would be a huge ask for the young wonderkid.

MARCH 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Defensively great against Alaves Casemiro logged two won tackles and three clearances during a 3-0 win Saturday versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Defensively, Casemiro was Real Madrid's best footballer Saturday. He logged team-best tallies concerning won tackles and clearances. Casemiro's fantasy managers will benefit if they want value utilizing the aforementioned statistical categories. Across his last four La Liga appearances, he won nine tackles and recorded eight clearances.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins four tackles in defeat Casemiro had one shot (off target), three fouls drawn, four tackles (all won) and a yellow card in Tuesday's 1-0 loss to PSG.

Impact Despite a rough day at the office versus Parisians, Casemiro has been in a great form of late mounting 12 shots (three on target), 21 tackles and 11 fouls drawn over his past five starts. The midfielder though hasn't had a major contribution in eight straight matches since early December.

FEBRUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes six tackles in draw Casemiro had two off-target shots, created one chance, made six tackles (five won), two clearances and two blocks and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's scoreless draw again...

Impact Casemiro recovered from an illness that made him miss the previous match and the issue didn't affect his performance at all as he bossed the middle of the park like always. The holding midfielder will need to be at his best on Tuesday, when his side faces star-studded PSG team for UCL Round of 16.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Casemiro (illness) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Casemiro returns to the XI Saturday after missing out last weekend because of an illness. He'll be in his usual midfield role, one that has produced 13 shots and three chances created in his last four league starts.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Last-minute withdrawal from squad Casemiro (illness) was withdrawn from the squad due to a late case of gastroenteritis, the club announced Sunday.

Impact Casemiro was withdrawn at the very last minute, alongside Lucas Vazquez. It's not the end of the world for Madrid, but it's not ideal, and is something to keep an eye on with Champions League matches on the horizon. Casemiro will hope to return at the first time of asking during Saturday's trip to Villarreal.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots in draw Casemiro had five shots (two on target), made five tackles (two won) and suffered two fouls during Sunday's 2-2 draw against Elche.

Impact Casemiro was active as always in front of the defensive line but also provided support on the attacking end, even pacing his side in shots attempted, which included a headed that struck the post in the 78th minute, when Real was still losing by two goals. With 13 shots over his last four starts, Casemiro is starting to show a lot of offensive upside. Up next for him is Feb. 6 home clash against Granada.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Brazil coach Tite has announced his squad for two upcoming World Cup qualifier matches, leaving out injured star Neymar and noting that defender Renan Lodi wasn’t selected because...

JANUARY 13, 2022 • Associated Press

Fills stat sheet, draws PK in win Casemiro had three off-target shots, made three clearances, three interceptions and one block, drew four fouls, including a penalty, and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 4...

Impact Casemiro had another standout game for Real Madrid, not only shining defensively but also providing some support on the offensive end, which included suffering the penalty that led to his side's first goal right before halftime. The holding midfielder is arguably La Liga's best at his position and will try to keep it up during Jan. 23 home match against Elche.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in multiple defensive stats Casemiro took one shot (on goal), blocked a shot, made an interception, six tackles (winning five) and two clearances during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Getafe.

Impact Casemiro contributed mostly on the defensive side of the ball as Real Madrid fell to Getafe on Sunday. The midfielder finished with team-high totals in blocks, tackles and clearances in the loss.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Athletic Casemiro will miss Wednesday's clash against Athletic Bilbao with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Casemiro picked up his fifth booking of the season in La Liga during Sunday's draw against Cadiz, meaning he will be suspended for Wednesday's game. Federico Valverde and Eduardo Camavinga are both likely to start in midfield, as Luka Modric (illness) is also out for the game.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in draw Casemiro took four shots and created three chances in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Cadiz. He also made two interceptions and won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Casemiro was extremely involved in his side's attack Sunday as Real Madrid tried but couldn't break down a stubborn Cadiz side and had to settle for a scoreless draw. He will be looking for a better result Wednesday against Athletic Bilbao, which are ninth in La Liga through 18 matches.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Casemiro scores the opening goal for Real Madrid vs. Man United | 2017 UEFA Super Cup Highlights

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • FOX SPORTS

Creates chance in derby win Casemiro created a chance and won one of two tackles in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Atletico Madrid. He also made two clearances and three interceptions in the match.

Impact Casemiro was his usual, destructive defensively and productive offensively, self against Atletico as his side has now won 10 consecutive games in all competitions. He could be rested next weekend against Cadiz, the 19th-placed team in La Liga.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in win Casemiro took two shots (one on target) and created two chances in Tuesday's 2-0 Champions League victory against Inter. He also made three interceptions, two clearances and a bloc...

Impact Casemiro played well on both sides of the ball Tuesday as his side clinched the top seed in Group D by beating Inter. He was subbed out in the 71st minute after having some discomfort throughout the game, and it remains to be seen if it is a legitimate knock or just a temporary cramp.

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in win Casemiro provided one assist from one chance created and made three tackles (one won) in 65 minutes of Saturday's 2-0 win over Real Soceidad.

Impact Casemiro failed to complete the full 90 for the second time in 11 games but it didn't matter in the end as he set up a goal and still ranks second in the league in total tackles. Where his reduced minutes may come in handy is Tuesday's UCL match against Inter Milan, so Casemiro's defensive energy and occasional offensive impact should remain present.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in win Casemiro logged six tackles (three won) and made two interceptions during Wednesday's 3-0 win over Sheriff Tiraspol.

Impact Casemiro only played 84 minutes so he didn't get a bonus for the clean sheet or the full 90, but his efforts weren't in vain as he led his team in tackles by some distance during this game. He'll deal with another solid opponent in the next match against Sevilla, which have scored the second-most goals in La Liga.

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal in win Casemiro provided one assist from one chance created and won three-of-three tackles during Sunday's 4-1 win over Granada.

Impact Casemiro ranks fourth in La Liga in both tackles and tackles won but offers the occasional offensive contribution not seen in most players with defensive focuses in their positions and actions. As a result, his value won't be the highest outside of contests where defensive stats set the table. Up next is a UCL trip to Sheriff Tiraspol before facing Sevilla and Athletic Club in the coming two weeks.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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Casemiro scores the opening goal for Real Madrid vs. Man United | 2017 UEFA Super Cup Highlights