Impact Capoue notched his first goal of the season in the 32nd minute to extend the lead for his team. The midfielder made his return to the starting XI after being relegated to the bench since early January.
MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE
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Scores in win Capoue scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 5-1 victory versus Granada. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 84th m...
Clears one-game suspension Capoue completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Valencia on Jan. 2 after the Christmas break.
Impact Capoue missed the match against Celta Vigo on Wednesday, but the French midfielder will be eligible to return against Valencia. He is quite likely to return to the starting lineup right away given that Francis Coquelin (knee) is doubtful and quite unlikely to feature.
DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Hit with one-game suspension Capoue has earned a one-game suspension after picking up his fifth yellow card of the season Sunday against Real Madrid. Thus, he won't be eligible to face Celta on Wednesday.
Impact Capoue will miss the final game of the calendar year for Villarreal, and considering Francis Coquelin (knee) is also unlikely to play, chances are either Ramon Terrats or Manu Trigueros emerge as potential replacements in midfield. Capoue will be eligible to return against Valencia on Jan. 2 in Villarreal's first game of 2024.
DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Impacts both ends in loss Capoue assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 3-2 defeat versus Athletic.
Impact Capoue created a season-high three chances and earned his first assist of the year in the process. He also won one out of two tackles to go with two interceptions and a clearance.
NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Two-way impact in loss Capoue registered two shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Las Palmas. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 100th minute.
Impact Capoue recorded his first game this season with multiple shots, both of which were on target. He also chipped in with two tackles (both won) and four interceptions. Capoue has taken at least one shot in seven of eleven appearances this season.
OCTOBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Three goals this campaign Capoue scored three goals and kept four clean sheets in 28 La Liga appearances (22 starts) from midfield.
Impact Capoue missed a few chunks of the season in October and March due to injuries, but the 34-year-old remains a regular in Villarreal's XI when he's fit and he just tallied his highest output of goals across a league campaign since 2016/17 when he was with Watford.
JUNE 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Available on bench Capoue is available on the bench for Wednesday's match against Cadiz.
Impact Capoue looks to of recovered from an illness and will be an option off the bench. He's started four times in the last seven matches, totaling three goals in that span.
MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
In doubt with illness Capoue will face a fitness test ahead of Wednesday's clash with Cadiz with an illness, according to manager Quique Setien. "Capoue is suffering from am illness and has not trained...
Impact Capoue could miss Wednesday's match with an illness. If he cannot play, then Alex Baena could get the start. He's started four times in seven games, totaling three goals with five chances created in that span.
MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Records brace Capoue scored two goals to go with five shots (three on goal) and three chances created in Thursday's 4-2 win over Espanyol.
Impact Capoue kickstarted and culminated Villarreal's goal-loaded second half. Now, he has three goals across that many of his appearances this April. The feat is a welcome surprise. Before the month, Capoue had not logged any La Liga goals since Feb. 6, 2022.
APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores in loss Capoue scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Valladolid.
Impact Capoue replaced Ramon Terrats at the hour mark and was set-up by Giovani Lo Celso in the 74th minute for what turned out to be a consolation goal. He won four duels in the match. This was the his first goal of the season. He was on the bench as he was returning from a muscular injury.
APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Bench option versus Valladolid Capoue is available for Saturday's game against Valladolid.
Impact Capoue returns to the matchday squad list after sitting four games with a muscular injury. He has notched three inaccurate crosses, three tackles (two won), three interceptions, and three shots (one on target) in his last four appearances.
APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Misses Osasuna game with injury Capoue was not involved in last weekend's victory against Osasuna due to a muscular injury in his calf.
Impact Capoue has now missed four consecutive games across all competitions due to this injury he suffered in early March, but he'll have a few extra weeks to recover during the international break in an attempt to return to fitness by the next match against Real Sociedad on April 2.
MARCH 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Second half cameo Capoue (strain) played 13 minutes during the second half of Thursday's 3-0 Conference League loss to Lech.
Impact Capoue made a return to training earlier in the week and was able to make the squad Thursday. The midfielder made his first appearance since picking up the muscular injury early in October. Capoue will be in contention for a starting role during Sunday's clash with Mallorca.
NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Available Thursday Capoue (strain) made the squad list for Thursday's UECL match against Lech Poznan.
Impact Capoue is close to returning after missing the final two weeks of October. As Giovani Lo Celso has picked up a bad injury, Capoue shouldn't have much trouble returning to the starting lineup, as he started all eight games before suffering his own injury.
NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Not in squad to face Almeria Capoue is not in the match day squad to face Almeria on Sunday.
Impact Capoue misses out on his third straight match as he continues to recover from a muscle strain. The midfielder had been a nailed on starter prior to injury.
OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Barcelona Capoue (strain) is not in Villarreal's match day squad for Thursday's clash against Barcelona.
Impact Capoue is now missing his second game this week due to fatigue after having started in all eight of his side's previous La Liga matches this season. Manu Morlanes continues in midfield alongside Dani Parejo in his place, and Capoue will hope to be available for Sunday's Almeria match.
OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out due to fatigue Capoue missed Monday's 2-0 win over Osasuna due to fatigue and could be at risk for Thursday's trip to Barcelona, according to manager Unai Emery.
Impact Capoue had started in all eight league matches until his absence and unfortunately ran into some fatigue during a week with three games to play. As a defensive-minded partner for Dani Parejo, Capoue's fantasy value won't change much if he misses a game or two.
OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Keeps clean sheet in win Capoue made an interception, four clearances and won one of one tackles in last weekend's 2-0 victory against Barcelona.
Impact Capoue tallied three goals and five assists across a combined 42 appearances (38 starts) across La Liga and the Champions League this campaign, and he also helped keep nine clean sheets in the two competitions. He was a constant presence alongside Dani Parejo in Villarreal's midfield, though both of them are now 33 years old.
MAY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Pair of assists, red card in loss Capoue provided two assists and was sent off during Tuesday's 3-2 loss to Liverpool.
Impact Capoue provided an assist for both of Villarreal's goals, and was the heartbeat of the match in central midfield. Unfortunately for Capoue he finally committed one too many fouls in the dying minutes of the match and was sent off. With Villarreal unlikely to be active in European competition in the 2022/23 season it's a suspension that Capoue is unlikely to serve any time soon.
MAY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Providing defensive stats Capoue has started four of Villarreal's past six matches in the midfield.
Impact Capoue has also been used as a substitute once, playing 354 of a possible 540 minutes. The midfielder lacks offensive upside as the main defensive component in the Villarreal midfield.
APRIL 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Provides assist in win Capoue provided an assist, had one shot on goal, created one chance and made three clearances during Sunday's 5-1 win over Espanyol.
Impact Capoue assisted Yeremi Pino for his side's second goal in the 20th minute, appearing on the scoresheet for the third consecutive appearance in all competitions. Despite Villarreal's squad having plenty of good midfielders, Capoue remains locked up in the starting XI for the biggest matchups. Up next for him is Saturday's visit to Osasuna.
FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Provides assist against Juventus Capoue (undisclosed) took two off-target shots, had three interceptions, won five duels and picked up an assist in Tuesday's 1-1 draw against Juventus.
Impact Capoue had a well-rounded performance in his return from injury and capped it off by setting up Dani Parejo with a timely ball over the top. He is now up to three goals, two assists, 41 tackles and 47 interceptions in 26 matches. Villarreal will host Espanyol Sunday.
FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Juventus Capoue is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Juventus.
Impact Capoue makes an immediate return to the XI after missing the prior two league matches. It's unknown if he's ready for a full 90, though that may not matter. He has some good performances in Champions League, but he has just four shots on goal and three chances created in 18 league starts.
FEBRUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores in road win Capoue scored one goal from his only shot, made two tackles (zero won), two interceptions and two clearances and picked up a yellow card in Sunday's 2-0 win at Betis.
Impact Capoue scored in the 83d minute to give them the 2-0 lead and seal the road win. That was his third goal in the season, while also receiving his sixth yellow card in La Liga play. That's something to consider when they host Real Madrid on Saturday.
FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Suspended against Mallorca Capoue will miss Saturday's clash against Mallorca with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.
Impact Capoue picked up his fifth booking of the season in last weekend's defeat against Elche, meaning he will be suspended for Saturday's game. Vicente Iborra or Manu Trigueros could replace him in central midfield for the game.
JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
