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Makes appearances off bench Palacios generated one tackle (one won) and one interception in Friday's 2-1 loss versus 1. FC Koln.

Impact Palacios returned to the pitch for the first time since April 31 after suffering a strain for the past month. He could see a return to the starting XI as soon as Thursday for the Europa League semifinals against Roma. Prior to his injury, the midfielder had generated three goals and one assist in the last nine games in all competitions.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Koln Palacios (strain) is in Leverkusen's match day squad to face FC Koln on Friday.

Impact Palacios is back with Leverkusen Friday after missing the previous three Bundesliga matches with a muscular injury. Nadiem Amiri gets the start alongside Robert Andrich in midfield against Koln, but Palacios could see some playing time off the bench.

MAY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to go Friday Palacios (strain) has been training with the team this week and is ready to go for Friday's match versus FC Koln. "Exequiel Palacios is fit again. And when he is fit, he is of cour...

Impact Palacios has not stepped foot on the pitch since April 13 after suffering a strain. He's been training all week and ready to make a return Saturday. The midfielder could be an option to start, but if he's not fit enough, then Kerem Demirbay would take his spot in the lineup again.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active Tuesday Palacios (strain) took part in team training Tuesday, Bild.de reports.

Impact Palacios returned to team training Tuesday after four matches on the sideline. The midfielder didn't complete the entire session, which could put him in a doubt for a return during a Friday clash with Koln.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready for Saturday Palacios (strain) will not be an option for Saturday's match against Union Berlin. "We'll have to wait a little longer for Exequiel Palacios" said manager Xabi Alonso.

Impact Palacios returned to individual training this week, however he will not be fit for Saturday. He had totaled two goals and an assist in his previous six games prior to his injury. Kerem Demirbay will likely play alongside Robert Andrich again in the midfield against Union Berlin.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in individual training Palacios (strain) returned to an individual training session with Bayer Leverkusen on Monday.

Impact Palacios has missed his side's last three games across the Bundesliga and Europa League with a muscular injury, but he's making progress with his recovery and can hope to be in contention for Saturday's clash against Union Berlin.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against USG Palacios (strain) is not in Leverkusen's match day squad for Thursday's Europa League clash against Union Saint-Gilloise.

Impact Palacios is missing a second consecutive game Thursday with a muscular issue, with Robert Andrich and Nadiem Amiri starting in central midfield in his absence against USG.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with muscle injury Palacios will miss Sunday's clash against Wolfsburg due to muscular problems, Leverkusen announced before the game.

Impact Palacios has started seven of his side's nine Bundesliga matches since the start of February, but he's missing out Sunday with this muscular issue. Kerem Demirbay is replacing him in midfield against Wolfsburg.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes twice from spot in win Palacios scored two goals to go with three shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win against Bayern Munich.

Impact Palacios beat Yann Sommer from the 12-yard spot twice in a matter of 18 minutes during the second half of this matchup to help his side claim all three points. He's now up to three goals and two assists within league play (19 appearances).

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

No diving: Leverkusen beats Bayern 2-1 to leave Dortmund top

Amine Adli was twice booked for diving, had the yellow card rescinded both times, and Bayer Leverkusen scored twice from the resulting penalties to beat Bayern Munich 2-1

MARCH 19, 2023 • Associated Press

Active once more Palacios is set to return from a one-match ban he served during Thursday's clash with Ferencvaros.

Impact Palacios is available for selection in the Europa League once more. The defensive midfielder missed the first leg with a suspension, but is now set to return for the reverse fixture. Palacios has been a consistent starter in all competitions when available.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended Thursday Palacios will be suspended for Thursday's clash with Ferencvarosi.

Impact Palacios picked up a one-match ban due to yellow card accumulation and is now suspended in the first leg of the Europa League tie. The midfielder will be able to return for the second leg, though it's unclear who will replace him in the first leg with all three defensive midfielders sidelined.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Backup option for Argentina Palacios was an unused substitute in Wednesday's victory against Poland.

Impact Palacios only featured in one game during the group stage, a 20-minute cameo against Mexico in Matchday 2. He seems to be behind all of Rodrigo De Paul, Alexis Mac Allister, Enzo Fernandez, Guido Rodriguez and Leandro Paredes in the midfield depth chart.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up one of two goals Palacios had an assist while taking an off target shot, creating two chances, making six interceptions and four tackles (winning two) during Saturday's 2-0 win over Stuttgart.

Impact Palacios set up Jonathan Tah with a flicked header from a corner kick in the 82nd minute, assisting Leverkusen's second goal. The assist was the first in ten league appearances for the midfielder as he's more known for his defensive work in the center of the pitch.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Argentina taking fewer forwards than Brazil to World Cup

Argentina is taking nine defenders, seven midfielders and seven forwards to the World Cup in Qatar as coach Lionel Scaloni’s team aims to build on its Copa America success

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • Associated Press

On bench against Leipzig Palacios is fit and in the match day squad to face Leipzig on Saturday.

Impact Palacios returns after missing over a month due to a thigh injury. The midfielder has made six appearances on the season, five of them starts, but begins Saturday's match from the bench.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Wednesday Palacios (thigh) was left out of the match-day squad against Atletico Madrid on Wednesday.

Impact Despite reportedly traveling with the team, Palacios will not be available for Wednesday's Champions League matchup. It will be the ninth straight absence for the midfielder with his most recent appearance dating back to Sept. 10 versus Hertha Berlin. At this point, Palacios will likely have to make an appearance or two off the bench before he is in contention for the starting XI.

OCTOBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Traveling to Madrid Palacios (thigh) traveled with Leverkusen to Madrid for Wednesday's clash with Atleti.

Impact Palacios traveled with the team, while he is a game-time decision the fact he will be in Madrid is a good sign. Palacios was out almost two months with the thigh injury he picked up during a 2-2 draw with Hertha. It's possible Palacios could return straight to the starting XI alongside Robert Andrich, but it's more likely he will be on the bench if at all available Wednesday.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Palacios (thigh) participated in Monday's training session ahead of Wednesday's trip to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Palacios joins a few players from his team returning from months-long absences with little time to spare before the World Cup. When fit enough to start, Palacios will add more defensive depth to the midfield as he's already made 18 tackles in seven appearances (five starts).

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still out due to injury Palacios (thigh) remains out for Saturday's match against Wolfsburg.

Impact Palacios hasn't played in seven straight games and it's uncertain when he might return. More recently, Charles Aranguiz and Robert Andrich have started as the partnership in central-midfield, with Kerem Demirbay and Moussa Diaby rounding out the possible options depending on the formation.

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Atlanta's Thiago Almada in Argentina squad for friendlies

Atlanta United forward Thiago Almada has been included in Argentina’s 28-man squad for two World Cup warm-up matches to be played in the United States this month

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • Associated Press

Role increases Palacios made 23 appearances (12 starts), scoring and assists twice in the 2021/22 Bundesliga season.

Impact Palacios finally broke into the starting XI after three seasons of working his way up the Leverkusen depth chart. While the midfielder didn't start every week he was one of the first names called to fill in for injuries, and produced when on the pitch. Palacios' upward trajectory should continue in 2022/23, though the talent in front of him means he would need to breakout in a huge way to become a nailed-on starter.

JUNE 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dybala in, Paredes out for Argentina friendly against Italy

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni included striker Paulo Dybala in his squad on Friday for his team's friendly against Italy on June 1st, but left recovering Leandro Paredes out

MAY 20, 2022 • Associated Press

Claims all three points Palacios scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal), making an interception and three tackles during Saturday's 2-1 win over Freiburg.

Impact Palacios found the back of the net in the 97th minute to claim all three points for Leverkusen. The goal was the second of the season for the midfielder while his three tackles were the team-high total in the win.

MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Second assist of season Palacios had an assist while crossing once inaccurately and creating three chances during Saturday's 4-2 win over Hoffenheim.

Impact Palacios entered the match in the 64th minute and set up fellow substitute Lucas Alario in the 91st for Leverkusen's fourth goal. The assist was the second of the season for the midfielder while his three chances created tied for the team-high total in the win.

MAY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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No diving: Leverkusen beats Bayern 2-1 to leave Dortmund top

Argentina taking fewer forwards than Brazil to World Cup

Atlanta's Thiago Almada in Argentina squad for friendlies

Dybala in, Paredes out for Argentina friendly against Italy