Celta Vigo Team News - Soccer

Williot Swedberg - Scoreless so far in league play Swedberg has yet to score a goal in the 2026/27 LaLiga season after six appearances (four starts).

Impact Swedberg has yet to play the full 90 in a single match this season, and the Swedish winger has yet to find the back of the net. With just four shots (two on target) in six league outings, he hasn't been much of a reliable fantasy contributor despite his role.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Javi Galan - Losing starting role at left wing-back Galan has started in just three of Celta's seven league matches this season, and just once in the previous five.

Impact Galan started the first two league matches for Celta Vigo, but he has been in the XI in just one of Celta's next six games across all competitions. Even in the three starts, Galan hasn't played more than 65 minutes in any game this season. Hugo Alvarez and Sergio Carreira have started in the last two games, but even if this becomes a constant rotation, the lack of consistent playing time will hurt his fantasy stock.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sebastian Caceres - Starts in last two matches Caceres has started in Celta's last two league matches, going the full 90 in both contests.

Impact The former Club America defender completed his transfer to Celta in the final days of the summer transfer window, and he's responded to the coaching staff's early trust by starting the last two league games. He's racked up six clearances, four tackles and two interceptions in that span, and the early signs suggest he should remain in the starting lineup, playing in the back three alongside Yoel Lago and Marcos Alonso.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Borja Iglesias - Still limited to substitute role Iglesias has yet to make his first start of the season after a muscle injury sidelined him early in the campaign and limited his minutes following his return.

Impact Borja Iglesias has finished as Celta Vigo's top scorer in each of the last two La Liga campaigns, netting 11 and 14 goals respectively, but he has been restricted to substitute duty since recovering from a left soleus tear. The training injury initially ruled him out for three matches before a setback in his recovery sidelined him for an additional fixture. Manager Claudio Giraldez has managed his return cautiously following a disrupted pre-season, building up his workload. The lack of a Spain call-up should allow Iglesias to utilize the international break for a crucial training block, enabling him to reach full match fitness and reclaim his starting spot.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jones El-Abdellaoui - Surgery successful El-Abdellaoui (knee) has received successful surgery and is set to return to Celta in the coming days, according to his club.

Impact El-Abdellaoui was set for surgery and has undergone the operation successfully, with the forward now ready to start his recovery process. He will return to his club in the coming days to start the process, likely needing a few weeks before he starts any movement and physical therapy. He will still be expected to return in 2027, hopefully returning early in the year and not missing too much time after January.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jones El-Abdellaoui - Set for knee surgery El-Abdellaoui will undergo surgery after being diagnosed with a small loose body in his left knee, according to the club.

Impact El-Abdellaoui is now set for surgery after initially being diagnosed with synovitis in the knee, extending his spell on the sidelines beyond the international break. The procedure represents a more significant setback than initially anticipated, and Celta Vigo have yet to provide a timetable for his return. Further clarity on his recovery should emerge following surgery.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Alvarez - Records two assist Alvarez assisted twice to go with one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 5-0 victory against Racing Santander.

Impact Alvarez would link up with Pablo Duran in the final minutes of the match for two assists Saturday, finding him in the 78th and 92nd minutes. This gives the attacker his first two goal contributions of the season, still in search of a goal. However, he has only started in three of his five appearances this season, going unused twice as he tries to earn more time on the pitch.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Ilaix Moriba - Scores goal Moriba scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 5-0 victory versus Racing Santander.

Impact Moriba earned his first goal contribution of the season Saturday, with the midfielder finding the goal in the 43rd minute for Celta's second goal of the match. This comes after seven appearances (six starts), playing nearly 500 minutes in the early stages of the season. He also only took four shots before recording his first goal this season.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Gonzalez - Earns another goal contribution Gonzalez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 5-0 victory against Racing Santander.

Impact Gonzalez continues to see solid runs of play in La Liga action, with the forward bagging a goal Saturday in the massive win. This is his third straight outing with a goal contribution in league play, earning two assists and one goal during that span. Those account for all three of his goal contributions this season in four appearances.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Pablo Duran - Nets brace Duran scored two goals to go with three shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-0 victory over Racing Santander.

Impact Duran was welcomed to the field from the bench, playing 45 minutes in the win. This wouldn't hold him back from finding the back of the net, earning a goal in the 78th minute and 92nd minute for a brace. This is the forward's first two goals of the season, coming after five appearances (two starts).

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Ionut Radu - Clean sheet against Racing Radu registered five saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 5-0 win over Racing Santander.

Impact Radu was in for a great match Saturday as he held Racing to zero goals during a clean sheet, notching five saves in the process. This is his third clean sheet of the season thus far in seevn games. He will now head into the international break with some solid momentum, facing Elche when they resume play on Oct. 11.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Jones El-Abdellaoui - Dealt knee injury El-Abdellaoui is suffering from synovitis in his knee and is out for the time being, according to his club.

Impact El-Ebdellaoui is not going to take the field for Celta Vigo this week as they head into the international break, as the forward has been dealing with some inflammation in his knee. The good news is that he will have around two weeks to recover due to the upcoming break, getting some time off. He could still miss time following the break, though, as a return will take around two to four weeks.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Borja Iglesias - Back available for UEL Iglesias (calf) is available for Wednesday's Europa League opener against AC Omonia, the club posted.

Impact Iglesias had been a doubt for that match due to discomfort in the same area as his previous myofascial tear in the left soleus, with coach Claudio Giraldez opting for caution at the time. His return to availability now confirms that scare has passed, giving Celta back an important attacking option for the European opener.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Jones El-Abdellaoui - Available for Europa League opener El-Abdellaoui (undisclosed) is available for Wednesday's Europa League opener against AC Omonia, the club posted.

Impact El-Abdellaoui had been a doubt for the recent match against Malaga due to discomfort, an issue coach Claudio Giraldez had flagged along with several other fitness concerns at the time. His confirmed availability now gives Celta another attacking option, having contributed three shots and two clearances across three appearances so far this season.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Aleix Febas - Receives medical clearance Febas (ribs) has received medical clearance and is back training normally with the group, according to the club.

Impact Febas missed the last three games and had remained unavailable for the recent match against Malaga despite earlier hopes he could feature, having missed the previous stretch of matches with a rib injury. His clearance now confirms his recovery is complete, and he should resume a starting role once he is fully reintegrated into the squad.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Iago Aspas - Set to miss four weeks Aspas has been confirmed to have suffered a grade I tear in the rectus femoris of his left thigh, with an estimated recovery period of around four weeks, according to the club.

Impact Aspas suffered the injury during the recent match against Malaga, with an MRI at Hospital Ribera Povisa in Vigo confirming the diagnosis, and has already begun his recovery treatment under the club's medical staff. This timeline now rules him out of the matches against Omonia, Racing Santander, Elche and likely Juventus as well, further disrupting a start to the season that had already seen him limited to one goal across six appearances, with Pablo Duran and Hugo Gonzalez likely to step into bigger roles in his absence.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

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Yoel Lago - Completes four interceptions Lago registered one tackle (zero won), four clearances and four interceptions in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Malaga. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 26th minute.

Impact Lago recorded four interceptions and a blocked shot in Sunday's match against Malaga. He has put together a solid start to the season, totaling 10 interceptions, two tackles won, four aerials won, and six blocked shots while helping the team keep two clean sheets through six appearances.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Gonzalez - Second Straight Assist Gonzalez assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Malaga.

Impact Gonzalez earned his second consecutive start Sunday and recorded his second assist in as many matches, setting up Celta's lone goal. He has started all three of his appearances this season and is showing promising signs of a larger role, contributing two assists, three shots on target, six key passes, and three successful dribbles in limited action.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Ferran Jutgla - Goal in Sunday's draw Jutgla scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Malaga.

Impact Jutgla scored Celta's lone goal Sunday, adding a key pass, two shots on target, and two successful dribbles. His role has fluctuated this season, as he has started four of six appearances. While he remains a valuable attacking option, he is still searching for the consistency needed to deliver high-end performances on a regular basis.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Ionut Radu - Only save in draw Radu made one save and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Malaga.

Impact Radu made one save while allowing a goal in Sunday's draw against Malaga. Despite the result, he has been reliable to begin the season, recording 16 saves and five high claims while conceding just four goals and keeping two clean sheets through five appearances.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Iago Aspas - Likely out until after break Aspas (thigh) has suffered a possible muscle fiber tear in the rectus femoris and is virtually ruled out at least until the international break, according to reporter Jose Carrasco...

Impact Aspas is still awaiting medical tests but looks set to miss the league and UEL games against Racing and Omonia, respectively. The veteran forward has struggled to see consistent playing time at the beginning of the campaign, and this issue would further hinder his form as he remains with one goal over six appearances. Elements like Pablo Duran and Hugo Gonzalez could step into greater roles while Aspas is sidelined.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Iago Aspas - Suffers potential fiber tear Aspas is set for further testing on a potential fibrillar rupture in his thigh, according to his club.

Impact Aspas was only introduced to the field for the final six minutes of Sunday's match, but could be heading towards the sidelines after suffering an injury. Nothing has been confirmed thus far, but he is set for further testing due to a potential tear in his thigh. This would be a rough loss to the club as they lose a valuable veteran option in the attack, although he was set for more of a rotational role this campaign.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Jones El-Abdellaoui - Left out Sunday El-Abdellaoui (undsiclosed) is not in the squad for Sunday's match against Malaga.

Impact El-Abdellaoui misses out after failing to arrive in good condition and picking up discomfort before the match, leaving him unavailable for Sunday's contest.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Aleix Febas - Remains out Febas (ribs) is still not available for Sunday's match against Malaga.

Impact Febas was considered an option for Sunday's clash after returning to group training, but he ultimately remains out of the squad. He had missed the last two matches with a rib injury, so his continued absence suggests he is not quite ready to return to competitive action.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

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