DIEGO LOPEZ NEWS

Struggles in first start of season Lopez made a save and conceded three goals in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Almeria.

Impact Head coach Andoni Iraola made the tactical decision to start Diego Lopez over Stole Dimitrievski on Saturday. The 40-year old veteran was abysmal on in the match by only getting a save on 10 shots (four on target) while making critical mistakes that led him allow multiple goals. Look to see Dimitrievski start the next game against Getafe on Friday after Lopez failed to prove that he can handle pressure in the goal.

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Monday Lopez (undisclosed) was named to the match-day squad versus Elche on Monday.

Impact Lopez will continue to serve as the No. 2 option for Rayo Vallecano, so his return to the squad shouldn't be expected to offer much in the way of fantasy impact.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against former club Lopez won't be available for Friday's match at Espanyol, according to manager Andoni Iraola via Union Rayo.

Impact Lopez also missed the first match of the season against Barcelona but this could be a bigger deal to miss this contest against his last team. As a result, Stole Dimitrievski will remain the starter for Friday's game.

AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Rayo Lopez has signed a one-year contract with Rayo Vallecano after leaving Espanyol as a free agent, the club announced Saturday.

Impact Lopez has 388 La Liga appearances worth of experience across a senior career that began more than 20 years ago, but he'll have to compete with Stole Dimitrievski for the starting goalkeeper spot at Rayo this season.

JULY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in draw Lopez kept a clean sheet with five saves made during Sunday's scoreless draw with Granada.

Impact Lopez ends the season with a little luck after Jorge Molina sent his penalty attempt wide in the second half. His 115 saves were the third-most of any player but he also conceded the fourth-most goals of any 'keeper this season. Despite his age, keep an eye out for this trend should he remain a starter in the coming campaign.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes one in draw Lopez conceded one goal and made four saves during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Valencia.

Impact Lopez has gone winless in six straight games, conceding 11 goals but at least making 14 saves in the last three matches. He could have another tricky matchup against Granada, which will be fighting to avoid relegation in the final match of the season.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes goal in loss Lopez conceded a goal, made seven saves and had two punches in Espanyol's 2-1 loss to Alaves on Wednesday.

Impact From Lopez's 34 starts he has now conceded 48. He has delivered eight clean sheets but it has been six games since his last. He has a chance to improve his record in Espanyol's next match against Valencia. They have not scored in their last two matches and have not won in their last eight.

MAY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes once in draw Lopez made three saves and conceded one goal during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Osasuna.

Impact Lopez saw Kike Barja chipping the ball over him in the 42nd minute to open the scoring for the opposition but other than that was very solid between the sticks to keep his side in contention. The goalkeeper still has more goals allowed than saves over his last four appearances but this one could have been a sign of better things to come for the remaining matches of the campaign. Up next for Lopez is Wednesday's visit to Alaves.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes four goals against Madrid Lopez made a save but conceded four goals in Saturday's 4-0 defeat against Real Madrid.

Impact Lopez endured a tough day Saturday as his opponents clinched the La Liga title with a comfortable win. He will want to bounce back next weekend against Osasuna, which have scored 34 goals in 33 matches this season.

APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes one in loss Lopez made one save but conceded a goal in Thursday's 1-0 loss to Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Lopez lost the lead early after letting in a goal during the 42nd minute. Lopez is starting to decline in his goalkeeping success after conceding three goals in his last two games. After four straight games with zero goals against during March and early April, Lopez was trending toward ending the 2021 campaign in strong fashion. However, due to his inconsistent performances, the likelihood of being a viable fantasy option remains doubtful.

APRIL 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two in loss Lopez made one save and conceded two goals during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Lopez was beaten twice by Yannick Carrasco during the second half, the last one coming off the penalty spot, but wasn't at fault for either goal. However, the lack of saves during the rest of the match seriously hurt his fantasy output here. The veteran goalkeeper will try to bounce back during Thursday's home clash against Rayo Vallecano.

APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Great during return vs. Celta Vigo Lopez (calf) logged six saves and maintained the clean sheet during a 1-0 win Sunday versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Lopez logged his third-best save tally and eighth clean sheet of the ongoing La Liga season. His most recent stat line proves he is healthy again. Fantasy managers should consider Lopez reliable when the Espanyol team plays at its home stadium, where his last 15 league appearances include 14 goals conceded and seven clean sheets.

APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Sunday Lopez is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match with Celta Vigo.

Impact Lopez returns after dealing with a calf injury the previous two matches. The keeper will guard the net for Espanyol during their La Liga clash with Celta Vigo.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not called up by Espanyol Lopez (calf) was not called up by Espanyol for Monday's clash against Real Sociedad.

Impact Lopez suffered a calf injury in the win over Mallorca before the international break, and he still isn't ready to go for Monday's game. Oier replaced him against Mallorca and is likely to continue against Real Sociedad, but youngster Joan Garcia is also an option in goal.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves injured against Mallorca Lopez made one save before having to be subbed off due to an injury during Sunday's 1-0 win over Mallorca.

Impact Lopez was doubtful for this one but finally laced up the boots and started once again for Espanyol. But the goalkeeper wasn't able to be back for the second half, this time being replaced by Oier. It's still to be known if it was just a precautionary measure or if Lopez reaggravated his calf injury. If he's not able to recover during the international break, Oier and youngster Joan Garcia will fight for the starting spot for Apr. 4 visit to Real Sociedad.

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting on Sunday Lopez is fit and in the match day squad to face Mallorca on Sunday.

Impact Lopez was a doubt after leaving last week's match with Levante with an injury. The keeper is set to defend the sticks for Espanyol's La Liga clash with Mallorca.

MARCH 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injury Lopez came off injured during the second half of Saturday's 1-1 draw with Levante, making two saves and conceding no goals.

Impact Lopez came off the pitch with an injury, being replaced by Joan Garcia, who proceeded to let in the equalizer nearly immediately. Lopez is a true veteran and not much of a fantasy option, though losing him would hurt Espanyol's clean sheet prospects.

MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three saves in clean sheet Lopez had three saves and conceded no goals in the 2-0 victory over Getafe on Saturday.

Impact While Getafe pushed hard to try and come back, Lopez was more than ready to stop every attempt. This was the keeper's first clean sheet in his last 11 appearances, but hopefully he can start a streak against Levante.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes five in loss Lopez made seven saves and conceded five goals during Sunday's 5-1 loss against Villarreal.

Impact Lopez was beaten three times during the opening frame and two more after halftime, but wasn't at fault for any goal. Things could've been much worse though as the goalkeeper made seven saves to avoid an even bigger defeat. This has been a rough stretch for Lopez, with 24 goals conceded over his last 10 starts. He'll try to bounce back during Saturday's home match against Getafe.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes one save in draw Lopez made one save and three clearances in Sunday's 1-1 draw to Sevilla.

Impact Lopez wasn't really tested after conceding in the first half, and had a good enough perfomance after halftime to help his side equalize and earn one point at home. The goalkeeper has only six clean sheets in the season, though. He will now look for another one at Villarreal on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves in draw Lopez made two saves and one clearance during Sunday's two-all draw with Barcelona.

Impact Lopez was looking good for the win until the 96th minute when that was denied to him. The keeper was strong throughout the match though he we will have some more hard matches coming up. Next time out is a tough clash with Sevilla, where Lopez will likely be tested.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two in loss Lopez conceded two goals and made two saves during Monday's 2-1 loss to Athletic Club.

Impact Lopez was helped to an early lead thanks to Tonny Vilhena but conceded two of his own in the first half to eventually lose the result. Following Monday's defeat, Lopez has conceded eight goals and lost all three of his starts in 2022. This isn't an ideal position to be in before Sunday's derby against Barcelona.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes four in loss Lopez conceded four goals and made four saves during Friday's 4-1 loss to Real Betis.

Impact Lopez has conceded six goals in his last two matches and 14 total in his last six starts. This isn't an ideal trend for someone who was acclaimed as one of the top goalkeepers in the league during the first half of the season, but there's always time to turn things around. He'll now contest a trip at Athletic Club, which haven't played much in the league lately but have shown improvements in their offensive abilities.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes two goals against Cadiz Lopez made two saves but conceded two goals in Tuesday's 2-2 draw against Cadiz.

Impact Lopez was beaten by strikes from Alvaro Negredo and Ivan Alejo on Tuesday, but his side fought back in stoppage time and Raul de Tomas salvaged a draw with virtually the last kick of the game. Lopez hasn't kept a clean sheet in La Liga since November, and on Friday he'll be in for another tough test against the league's second-best attack in Betis, which have scored 37 goals in 21 matches this season.

JANUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays in Copa del Rey Lopez (strain) played the full 90 minutes in Saturday's Copa del Rey defeat against Mallorca.

Impact Lopez missed Monday's defeat against Elche with a muscle strain, but he was back on Saturday and should be available again Tuesday versus Cadiz in La Liga.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE