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Leandro Cabrera - Set for ban Cabrera is suspended for an Apr. 1 trip to Girona due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Cabrera was shown a fifth yellow card against Celta Vigo and is now set for a one-match ban. The left-back has struggled with discipline throughout the season, with five yellows and two reds seeing him off the pitch frequently. Cabrera will return for an Apr. 8 clash with Athletic Club.

20 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Fernando Pacheco - Beaten three times on Saturday Pacheco allowed three goals while making a save during Saturday's 3-1 loss to Celta Vigo.

Impact Pacheco conceded twice in the first half and once in the second as Espanyol dropped all three points on Saturday. The keeper has now allowed 11 goals in six league starts while his lone save upped his season total to 19.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jose Gragera - Scores off the bench Gragera scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) during Saturday's 3-1 loss to Celta Vigo.

Impact Gragera entered the match in the 54th minute and scored Espanyol's lone goal in the 86th. The goal was the first in six appearances for the midfielder.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Kompany back to face Man City in FA Cup

Manchester City hosts Burnley and manager Vincent Kompany in the FA Cup quarterfinals on Saturday

3 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ronael Pierre-Gabriel - Forced to come out with injury Pierre-Gabriel recorded three interceptions in Saturday's 3-1 defeat to Real Madrid. He was subbed off in the 84th minute due to a muscle injury.

Impact Pierre-Gabriel came on as a sub, but only lasted 15 minutes after suffering a muscle injury Saturday. He has only made one appearances in the starting XI since arriving to Spain from Strasbourg. With this new injury, the defender will likely keep his bench role until he improves his form on the season.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Ruben Sanchez Saez - Logs in assist Ruben Sanchez assisted once to go with two tackles (two won) in Saturday's 3-1 defeat versus Real Madrid.

Impact Ruben Sanchez put up a decent performance for his liking, recording an assist and winning both tackles attempted Saturday. He has only been giving the start in five of the 13 matches played, totaling two assists, 31 crosses (three accurate), 19 tackles (10 won) and 13 interceptions in that span.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Mato Joselu - Nets early goal Joselu scored one goal to go with three shots (one on target) in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Real Madrid.

Impact Joselu got his team up early with a goal against Real Madrid on Saturday. He has been having one of his best campaigns thus far, currently tied for second for La Liga's golden boot race. The forward is also two goals away from tying his career high for a single season. Despite dealing with a small injury, the Spaniard has been able to total five goals and one assist on 16 shots (seven on target) in the last eight matches. Joselu has a high chance of scoring in the next game against Celta Vigo, after generating two goals in his last three outings against the opponent.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Fernando Pacheco - Concedes three in loss Pacheco made four saves and allowed three goals with a clearance in Saturday's 3-1 loss against Real Madrid.

Impact Pacheco allowed three goals after his team took an early 1-0 lead to take the loss Saturday. He has let in six goals with 15 saves and just one clean sheet since becoming starting goalkeeper. His next match will be against Celta Vigo on Saturday, who have scored seven goals in the last five games.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid beats Espanyol 3-1, eyes Liverpool and clasico

Vinícius Júnior sparked Real Madrid’s 3-1 comeback over Espanyol in the Spanish league

MARCH 11 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MATCHDAY: City, Liverpool in action; Madrid has Espanyol

Manchester City will try to keep the pressure on English Premier League leader Arsenal when it plays at Crystal Palace

MARCH 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Benzema to miss Espanyol game, expected back for Liverpool

Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti says Karim Benzema will miss Saturday’s Spanish league match against Espanyol because of an ankle injury but the striker should be ready to play u...

MARCH 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dani Gomez - Back with team Gomez (foot) is on the team sheet for Saturday's trip to At Real Madrid.

Impact Gomez has not played since Jan 27 with a foot injury, but is healthy and looks to go to Saturday. He will start on the bench at minimum, failing to get a start in seven appearances this season.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Fernando Pacheco - Beaten twice against Valladolid Pacheco made three saves and conceded two goals during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Valladolid.

Impact Pacheco was beaten once each half and, while he couldn't do much to stop the one-timed shot on the second goal, the first one, despite the power the shot had and a slight deflection, wasn't that difficult to be prevented. With 11 saves, three goals conceded and one clean sheet over three games since winning the starting spot at the net, Pacheco will have a very difficult mission next Saturday as his side visits Real Madrid.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Sergi Darder - Logs assist against Valladolid Darder provided an assist, had two shots (one on target), created two chances, sent in five crosses (one accurate) and made two tackles (both won) during Sunday's 2-1 loss against...

Impact Darder was one of his side's few bright spots during this one, always trying to find solutions to push the team up the field and create chances. And, in the 87th minute, his efforts were rewarded when Martin Braithwaite picked up his pass inside the box and scored Espanyol's lone goal. With two goals and one assist over the last four starts, Darder will try to remain productive during Saturday's visit to Real Madrid.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Martin Braithwaite - Scores in loss against Valladolid Braithwaite scored a goal off his lone shot during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Valladolid.

Impact Braithwaite was coming off netting a brace on the previous match but here he was kept at bay by defenders most of the time as the opposition completely dominated the contest. However, the striker finally had one chance in the 87th minute and didn't miss, scoring his side's lone goal and giving them some hope for the closing minutes. With five goals scored over his last seven starts, Braithwaite will try to keep adding to his tally during Saturday's visit to Real Madrid.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Sergi Gomez - Starting versus Valladolid Gomez is in the XI to face Valladolid Sunday.

Impact Gomez left the last game a little early but was able to shake off the problem throughout the week and will get his third start in a row. He has registered five tackles (three won), one interception, 18 clearances, and two blocks in the last four matches, with one clean sheet.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sergi Gomez - Training Wednesday Gomez (undisclosed) took part in team training Wednesday, Comuniate.com reports.

Impact Gomez was able to make a return to training and took full part in all drills. The defender seems set for a return to the starting XI, likely sending Leandro Cabrera back to the bench.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

All Goals Matchday 23 LaLiga Santander 2022/2023

FEBRUARY 28 • YOUTUBE

Mato Joselu - Creates one chance in return Joselu recorded one chance in Saturday's 2-1 win over Mallorca.

Impact Joselu made his return to the pitch after sitting out the last three matches with an undisclosed injury. He is currently second in the league in goals scored with 11 after generating four since the winter break. The forward has been very successful in piling points for the team while also just being three goals away from his career high for a campaign.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Sergi Gomez - Suffers last minute injury Gomez was subbed off due to injury in the 90th minute of Saturday's 2-1 win over Mallorca. He recorded one shot (one on goal) before exiting the match.

Impact Gomez went down in the 90th minute with an apparent injury that forced him to exit the match. He has been given time to play with four starts in six games played with a total of 24 clearances and six tackles (four won). The defender will be evaluated in the next few days to asset the severity of his injury.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolas Melamed Ribaudo - Another assist off bench Nico Melamed assisted once to go with two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Mallorca. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 83rd minute.

Impact Nico Melamed came on as a sub and assisted again to help deliver the win for Espanyol Sunday. Prior, he had failed to record an assist in 16 matches, finally improving his form after a slow first half of the campaign.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Aleix Vidal - Logs first assist of season Vidal assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Mallorca.

Impact Vidal got his first assist of the year to help get Espanyol on the board first. He has not been having the best season, only generating one assist, 23 tackles (three won) and 10 interceptions thus far. The midfielder has started six times in the last seven games and will probably continue to stay there after his performance against Mallorca.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Martin Braithwaite - Nets brace Braithwaite scored two goals to go with four shots (two on target) in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Mallorca.

Impact Braithwaite recorded his first brace of the season to give him seven on the year. He has scored four goals on 13 shots (eight on target) in the last six games. The forward still manages to produce goals despite teammate Joselu delivering most of them this campaign with 11.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Fernando Pacheco - Another upstanding performance Pacheco made three saves and allowed one goal with a clearance in Saturday's 2-1 win over Mallorca.

Impact Pacheco was impressive again in the net with three important saves to help give Espanyol the win Saturday. He is already a step higher in the fight for the starting goalkeeping role over Alvaro Fernandez after just allowing one goal in the last two matches with seven saves and a clean sheet in that span. He will likely be the starter next game against Valladolid on Mar 5, who have scored three goals in the last five contests.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Fernando Calero - Bench option for Mallorca game Calero (undisclosed) is available for Saturday's match against Mallorca.

Impact Calero is good to go after sitting out last, but he won't return to the starting lineup right away. He has notched 12 tackles (four won), 11 clearances, and one block in his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE