DAVID ALABA NEWS

Remains out Alaba (hamstring) will not be available for selection for Wednesday's Champions League clash against Liverpool/

Impact Alaba has yet to return to training and will miss his fourth match in a row with a hamstring injury. With Eduardo Camavinga moving to left back and Ferland Mendy (thigh) back from injury, the team won't want to rush his return, which will likely be after the international break.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Betis Alaba (hamstring) is not in Real Madrid's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Real Betis.

Impact Alaba is missing a third straight game in all competitions after suffering a hamstring injury against Liverpool in the Champions League. Eder Militao and Antonio Rudiger continue as the starting center-backs on Sunday, while Eduardo Camavinga is taking over from Nacho at left-back.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out in El Clasico Alaba (hamstring) is out for Thursday's Copa Del Rey clash with Barcelona.

Impact Alaba wasn't called up for the cup clash with Barcelona as he continues to recover from a hamstring problem. The extent of the injury is unclear, though Alaba has already made a return to individual training and likely avoided a long-term injury.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alaba abused, Croatia coach critical following FIFA awards

Real Madrid defender David Alaba has been racially abused on social media after voting for Lionel Messi and Croatia coach Zlatko Dalić has accused FIFA of disrespect in fallout fro...

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • Associated Press

Alaba racially abused following vote at The Best FIFA Football Awards David Alaba has received racist abuse by purported Real Madrid supporters after his perceived vote for the footballer of the year at last ni...

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Out for Madrid derby Alaba (hamstring) was not called up by Real Madrid for Saturday's clash against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Alaba had to come off in the first half of Tuesday's Champions League win over Liverpool with an injury, and he will remain sidelined for Saturday's La Liga derby against Atletico. With Ferland Mendy (thigh) still out as well, Nacho is likely to start the game at left-back after a good performance in replacing Alaba in mid-week.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Real's Alaba out for a month, Rodrygo to miss 10 days Real Madrid’s David Alaba faces a month out injured with a right hamstring injury. Alaba, 30, was withdrawn 27 minutes into Real’s 5-2 Champ...

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Brought off limping Alaba (hamstring) was brought off holding his hamstring during the first half of Tuesday's clash with Liverpool.

Impact Alaba came off holding his hamstring, with Nacho coming on to replace him. The defender would be a major loss for Madrid if ruled out long-term with a hectic second half schedule on the cards. Alaba's first chance to return is a Saturday Madrid derby.

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in win Alaba took a shot on target and made a clearance in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Osasuna. He also won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Alaba kept a second consecutive clean sheet Saturday as his side shut out Osasuna. He's tallied a combined three shots (two on target) and four chances created from left-back across his last three appearances since returning from injury.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Mallorca Alaba is on the bench for Sunday's game against Mallorca.

Impact Alaba has recovered after missing three games due to an unspecified injury, but he'll be eased into action. Nacho and Antonio Rudiger are getting the start in the back.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured in training Alaba (undisclosed) was pictured in training with Real Madrid on Friday ahead of this weekend's clash against Mallorca.

Impact Alaba has missed Madrid's last three La Liga matches since picking up an injury in the Spanish Supercopa, but he will be questionable to return for the Mallorca game on Sunday. With Eder Militao (undisclosed), Ferland Mendy (thigh), Dani Carvajal (undisclosed) and Lucas Vazquez (ankle) all dealing with injuries in the last week or so, Alaba's potential return to the pitch would be a huge boost for Madrid's back-line.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Madrid derby in quarterfinals of Copa del Rey

Real Madrid and city rival Atletico Madrid meet in the quarterfinals of the Copa del Rey

JANUARY 25, 2023 • Associated Press

Could play in Copa del Rey Alaba (undisclosed) is questionable to return for Thursday's Copa del Rey quarterfinal against Atletico Madrid, Marca reported Monday.

Impact Alaba has been out since the Supercopa earlier in January, missing Real Madrid's last four games in all competitions due to injury. Eder Militao and Antonio Rudiger have been the center-back starters in his absence, but Alaba is hopeful to return by Thursday's cup derby.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Setién's Villarreal beats Real Madrid 2-1 in Spanish league

Villarreal has beaten Real Madrid 2-1 in a vibrant Spanish league match that will help rehabilitate the reputation of former Barcelona coach Quiqué Setién

JANUARY 7, 2023 • Associated Press

David Alaba's stunning free-kick for Austria! Austria's David Alaba scored a thunderbolt past Italy's Gianluigi Donnarumma as his free-kick doubled Austria's lead over the European champ...

NOVEMBER 20, 2022 • SKY.COM

Busy defensively in Cadiz win Alaba made three clearances and two interceptions during Thursday's 2-1 victory over Cadiz. He also was shown yellow once for the third time this season.

Impact Alaba posted a team-high in both defensive categories during a matchup that just wasn't overly productive for fantasy purposes. For the league season, the veteran defender is averaging about one cross, one clearance and one interception per matchup.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Benzema joins list of players who will miss the World Cup

Not every soccer star will be competing at the World Cup

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • Associated Press

Logs assist in win Alaba logged one assist from two chances created on five crosses (one accurate) during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Osasuna.

Impact Alaba has recorded an impressive three assists on the season as a center-back, which shows his passing abilities and license to get forward to make things happen. Clean sheets are still less of a recurrence for Alaba and his teammates but as long as they keep winning and Alaba is making an offensive impact, his value should hold steady.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in UCL win Alaba created three chances and sent in two crosses (one accurate) during Wednesday's 2-0 UCL win over RB Leipzig.

Impact Alaba had a lot of room to go up the field and get involved in the build-up of plays, creating a season-high three scoring chances. The left-back isn't exactly a regular source of defensive numbers, especially playing for a side that is used to dominate, so his offensive production is what will determine his fantasy value during this campaign.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Alaba made an assist, had one off-target shot, created one chance, made four clearances and one block and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 4-1 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Alaba made his first start of the campaign after scoring the game-winning goal off the bench last week. And the defender appearing on the scoresheet once again, this time assisting Luka Modric for his side's second goal. The defender isn't expected to keep this offensive impact game after game but can always provide defense contributions to boost his fantasy value.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Man United reaches deal to sign Casemiro from Real Madrid

Manchester United has reached a deal to sign midfielder Casemiro from Real Madrid, ending the Brazilian’s successful stint in Spain

AUGUST 19, 2022 • Associated Press

Bangs home free kick Alaba scored one goal from one shot in 16 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 2-1 win over Almeria.

Impact Alaba scored the winning goal with a tidy free kick on his first touch of the game. He should be back in the lineup soon but with Antonio Rudiger in the side, Alaba could be rotated far more this season.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Alaba scores on 1st touch, Real Madrid rallies past Almería

Substitute David Alaba needed one touch to help Real Madrid rally to victory in its Spanish league opener

AUGUST 14, 2022 • Associated Press

Madrid starts Spanish league defense aiming for title sweep

Real Madrid starts the Spanish league season overflowing with confidence that it can retain the domestic title despite Barcelona spending big to add top talent to its team

AUGUST 11, 2022 • Associated Press

Lewandowski gone, but Bayern Munich looks even stronger

Robert Lewandowski is gone but Bayern Munich is getting stronger

AUGUST 1, 2022 • Associated Press