Celta Vigo Team News Page 5 - Soccer

Ionut Radu - Set for play Radu has been medically discharged after a calf injury and is an option for play again, according to his club.

Impact Radu was thought to be dealing with an injury heading into the international break, but after some reports that it was just a minor injury, he has further reinforced that by being medically discharged by his club. This clears their regular starter for when they return to action, facing Valencia on Sunday. He should start if fit, with 29 starts in 29 appearances while earning eight clean sheets.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Marcos Alonso - Back on pitch after rest Alonso (undisclosed) was spotted training on the pitch Wednesday and is back in the mix moving forward, the club posted.

Impact Alonso was held out of Sunday's clash against Alaves as a precautionary measure due to muscular fatigue, but has since returned to team training on the pitch Wednesday. The defender will look to slot straight back into the Celeste's starting lineup when competitive action resumes against Valencia after the international break.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Carl Starfelt - Fit to play Starfelt (undisclosed) joined the Sweden national team for international duty and is fit to play, according to coach Graham Potter, per Nyheter 24. "I have not heard anything negat...

Impact Starfelt was likely given a breather in Sunday's clash against Alaves due to muscular fatigue, which makes sense given how heavy his workload has been for the Celeste this season after logging 27 starts in 30 appearances across all competitions. The center-back has now linked up with the Swedish national team and is expected to take on a solid role there as well.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Ionut Radu - Not injured, could play in duty Radu (calf) underwent further exams that revealed no injury, and the goalie will travel to Bucharest for another series of scans, though he could still be an option to play for Rom...

Impact Radu was dealing with some calf pain after Sunday's clash against Alaves, but further exams showed no injury for the keeper, an unexpected outcome that will allow him to travel to Bucharest for international duty. The goalie will undergo another series of scans to determine whether he can suit up for Thursday's clash against Turkey. That said, if Radu has to miss any time or gets a breather once he returns to Vigo, Ivan Villar would be in line to step in between the posts.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Sotelo - Assists on Sunday Sotelo assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 4-3 loss against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Sotelo started in midfield and assisted Ferran Jutgla for the third goal of the game in the 37th minute. Sotelo created three chances and also contributed defensively with two tackles and a clearance. This was his first assist in over seven months.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Javi Rodriguez - Sets up opener Rodriguez assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 4-3 loss versus Deportivo Alaves. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 48th minute.

Impact Rodriguez set up Ferran Jutgla's opener in the 19th minute. Rodriguez also made four clearances, two tackles and an interception. This was his first assist of the campaign and he has now accumulated 20 clearances, four tackles and four interceptions across the last four games.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Alvarez - Nets on Sunday Alvarez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), five crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 4-3 loss against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Alvarez doubled the lead in the 27th minute assisted by Ferran Jutgla. Alvarez recorded 33 passes and also made a tackle. This was his first goal in over three months and he is now up to three goals for the campaign.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Ferran Jutgla - Nets brace Jutgla scored two goals and assisted once from two shots and one chance created in Sunday's 4-3 defeat against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Jutgla produced an amazing performance. He netted in the 19th and the 37th minute and also set up Hugo Alvarez in the 27th minute. Jutgla also won nine duels. He has now contributed to six goals across the last six games in all competitions.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Ilaix Moriba - Suffers knee issue Moriba suffered a tendon knee issue and is ruled out for the time being, according to the club.

Impact Moriba picked up a knee tendon issue this week and was already set to miss Sunday's clash against Alaves because of suspension, but the midfielder could now be facing a longer spell out due to the injury. That is a big hit for Celta since he is a locked-in starter in midfield, and any extended absence would force a shake-up in the starting XI. Fer Lopez is one of the options in line to step in if Moriba misses additional time.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Marcos Alonso - Left out of squad Alonso (undisclosed) won't be an option for Sunday's clash against Alaves, the club posted.

Impact Alonso was left out of the squad for Sunday's clash against Alaves due to an undisclosed issue. The center-back will now look to use the international break to get back on track and be ready to return for the Celeste in April. Until he is fully back up to speed, Alvaro Nunez could continue to slide into a more central role along the back line.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Carl Starfelt - Not in squad Starleft (undisclosed) won't be an option for Sunday's clash against Alaves, the club posted.

Impact Starfelt was left out of the squad for Sunday's clash against Alaves because of an undisclosed issue after he was forced off at halftime in the last match against Lyon in the Europa League. The center-back will look to use the international break to get back on track and be available again for Celta in April. Until he is fully back up to speed, Carlos Dominguez is in line for a bigger role in the back three.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Matias Vecino - Out 2-3 weeks Vecino is expected to be sidelined for 2-3 weeks after suffering a soleus myofascial tear, his club reported Friday.

Impact Vecino will likely miss upcoming league games against Alaves and Valencia, but he could take advantage of the international break to work on his recovery ahead of the latter of those matchups. He was active during his team's last three Europa League contests, producing mostly via passes and clearances. Those duties will now be shared between Hugo Sotelo and possibly Oscar Mingueza or Alvaro Nunez while Vecino is injured and Ilaix Moriba suspended.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Matias Vecino - Suffers Achilles issue Vecino was forced off late during Thursday's 2-0 victory against Lyon in the Europa League due to a minor issue with his Achilles tendon, according to coach Claudio Giraldez, per M...

Impact Vecino was forced to check out early in Thursday's Europa League showdown against the Gones after picking up a minor Achilles issue. The midfield engine will undergo further tests in the coming hours to gauge the severity, with the Celeste camp hoping it's nothing serious given his locked-in starter status lately. With Ilaix Moriba suspended for Sunday's clash against Alaves, Oscar Mingueza is shaping up as the next man up in central midfield if Vecino can't suit up.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Oscar Mingueza - Eligible after UEL ban Mingueza is no longer suspended following his absence in Thursday's Europa League clash against Lyon.

Impact Mingueza looks set for an immediate return to action after starting four straight games as a wing-back prior to his ban. The defender has assisted twice over those four outings, but his production has otherwise been limited to a few passes and defensive stats. Sergio Carreira and Javi Rodriguez are at risk of losing their starting spots or moving to more defensive positions with Mingueza back.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Borja Iglesias - No longer suspended Iglesias has served his one-game Europa League ban, so he can be selected going forward.

Impact Iglesias should regain a starting spot over Pablo Duran and Iago Aspas for most of the remaining games in the 2025/26 season. Having scored a team-high 11 La Liga goals and two more in the European competition, Iglesias is expected to remain one of the squad's top attacking options.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Matias Vecino - Comes off injured in UEL Vecino was forced to exit with an apparent ankle issue during Thursday's Europa League win over Lyon.

Impact Vecino left in the final minutes of Thursday's game, with Hugo Sotelo taking his place on the field. The Uruguayan is now a doubt for upcoming contests as the severity of his blow remains unknown. While he's mainly a defensive contributor, his potential absence would limit the team's depth while causing Sotelo to record significant playing time in a holding midfield role.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Ferran Jutgla - Clears concussion Jutgla is in the squad list for Thursday's Europa League second leg against Lyon, according to El Desmarque.

Impact Jutgla was forced off last game after taking a head injury and entering concussion protocols, but he looks set to clear it quickly after being named in the squad for Thursday's Europa League second leg against Lyon. That's a big boost for the Celeste, as he's now in line to lead the attack with Borja Iglesias (suspended) unavailable against the Gones.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Oscar Mingueza - Picks one match ban Mingueza received his third yellow card of the campaign in last week's first leg against Lyon in the Europa League and will therefore be suspended for Thursday's second leg, accord...

Impact Mingueza is suspended for Thursday's Europa League second leg against Lyon after picking up his third yellow card of the campaign in last week's first leg. The defender has been a staple in the Celeste's back line, so his absence forces a shake-up defensively, with Hugo Alvarez in line to step into a bigger role against the Gones.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Borja Iglesias - Suspended in Europa League Iglesias received a red card in last week's first leg against Lyon in the Europa League and will therefore be suspended for Thursday's second leg, according to the UEFA.

Impact Iglesias is ruled out for Thursday's Europa League second leg against Lyon after seeing red in the first leg last week. The striker has been a locked-in starter up top, so his absence leaves a real gap in the frontline. Pablo Duran and Iago Aspas are in line to take on bigger roles in attack for the Celeste.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Sotelo - Registers three crosses Sotelo registered three crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Betis.

Impact Sotelo started Sunday after injuries were an issue to start the new year, with his last start coming Jan. 25. He would play the full 90 but was unable to do much to change the match with his three crosses and one chance created. That said, the midfielder remains with one assist in 15 appearances this season, his only goal contribution.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Pablo Duran - Notches four crosses Duran had two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Betis.

Impact Duran would earn his first start since returning from injury in his last outing, playing 79 minutes in the draw. That said, he wouldn't score a goal, although he still notched two shots and four crosses. He will be in search of another goal soon, recording two in 21 appearances this campaign.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Oscar Mingueza - Earns assist Mingueza assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Betis. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 82nd minute.

Impact Mingueza would step up for an assist Sunday, finding Ferran Jutgla in the fourth minute for an early opening goal. This is his second assist in their past four games, as he also earned one against Girona. He is up to four assists in 24 appearances this season, also adding a goal.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Ionut Radu - Allows one against Betis Radu had five saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Betis.

Impact Radu would make a decent five saves Sunday but was unable to record a clean sheet, still allowing a goal in the draw. This is now four straight games since his clean sheet, remaining at eight in 28 appearances this season. He faces Lyon midweek in UEL action before returning to league action against Alaves on March 22, a decent chance to earn a clean sheet.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Ferran Jutgla - Picks up concussion after goal Jutgla (concussion) scored one goal before suffering a head collision that forced him off and to enter concussion protocols during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Real Betis, according t...

Impact Jutgla was forced off Sunday after suffering a head injury and entering concussion protocols. The striker still managed to find the net during his 66-minute shift, but his status is now up in the air for Thursday's Europa League second leg against Lyon. If he is unable to clear the protocols in time, Pablo Duran is expected to step into the starting role up front for the Celeste.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Ilaix Moriba - Set for suspension Moriba will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the La Liga.

Impact Moriba picked up his fifth yellow card in La Liga play and will serve a one-match suspension for Sunday's clash against Alaves. The midfielder has been an undisputed starter in the midfield for the Celeste this season, therefore his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Fer Lopez likely starting in his spot.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

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