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Delivers two assists in win Valverde assisted twice to go with one shot (zero on goal) and five chances created in Saturday's 4-0 victory versus Osasuna.

Impact Valverde set up Real Madrid's second goal with a clever pass that set up Jude Bellingham, and then he set up Vinicius Junior's goal with a perfect pass from midfield. The Uruguay international can leave his mark on both sides of the ball, and he has racked up one goal with two assists in league play.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates game-winner Valverde had three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-2 victory against Napoli.

Impact Valverde was the hero of Tuesday's match with a thunderous strike that found the back of the net, but in a weird scenario, was not credited with the game-winner after it bounced off the crossbar into the back of Napoli's keeper to be scored as an own goal. He still had a decent fantasy performance despite not being given the goal, notching one cross, a chance created, two interceptions, three shots and four tackles.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes goal in win Valverde scored one goal to go with three shots (one on target), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Real Sociedad.

Impact Valverde got his first goal of the season during Sunday's win over Real Sociedad. He's started four out of the last five matches for the team, totaling nine tackles (seven won), eight interceptions and eight chances created.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in win Valverde had four shots (one on target), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 1-0 win against Celta Vigo.

Impact Valverde is still looking for his first goal of the season, totaling 10 shots (two on target) in the last three matches. He's also recorded four won tackles and six interceptions as he has switched his role to a defensive or right midfield role in Real Madrid's new 4-1-2-1-2 formation.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Baena's legal case against Valverde over alleged punch is dropped Alex Baena’s legal case against Real Madrid’s Federico Valverde has been dismissed by a magistrates’ court as it is claimed there is no evid...

JULY 3, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Set for bigger role next season Valverde finishes the season recording 40 starts in 45 appearances in all competitions, totaling nine goals and seven assists on 87 shots (29 on target), 62 chances created and 49...

Impact Valverde recorded a career high of goals and assist during his breakout season with the club. He had switched back and forth from winger to center midfield, but this could change next season with the departure of Marco Asensio. Also with Jude Bellingham likely joining the club, he is expected to start in the midfield with Valverde securing a stable winger position, while Rodrygo moves as a false nine for the 2023/24 campaign.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists opener in win Valverde assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Valverde recorded an assist Wednesday as his through ball found Karim Benzema in the 31st minute to take the 1-0 lead. It marks his fourth La Liga assist of the season and his first since April 15 at Cadiz. The assist came on Valverde's lone chance created, and he added one off-target shot and two inaccurate crosses in his 63 minutes of action.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Industrious performance in UCL draw Valverde made two clearances, an interception and won one of two tackles in Tuesday's 1-1 Champions League semifinal draw against Manchester City. He also took a shot in the match.

Impact Valverde was mostly a defensive presence with his work rate in midfield on Tuesday, though he did have a dangerous moment near the end of the match when he nutmegged Manuel Akanji on the dribble but was unable to find Karim Benzema with his delivery into the penalty box.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in cup win Valverde started and played the full 90 minutes in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Osasuna in the Copa del Rey Final.

Impact Valverde had been an unused substitute in each of Madrid's last two La Liga games heading into the cup final at the weekend, but he returned to the XI in midfield against Osasuna. He should be ready to take on Manchester City in the first leg of the Champions League semifinal tie on Tuesday.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet outing in win Valverde registered one tackle (one won) in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Celta Vigo.

Impact Valverde had a pretty quiet outing in their home win, contributing only with one tackle won during the 90 minutes. The midfielder has been a regular starter so far, with 34 starts in 38 appearances. He logged nine goals and six assists in the season.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists again Valverde assisted once to go with three chances created in Tuesday's 2-0 victory versus Chelsea.

Impact Valverde recorded his second assist in two matches after failing to contribute to a goal in his previous eight games. He has struggled to find goals of late, totaling only one goal and two assists in the last 23 contests. Prior to this, he had recorded eight goals and four assists in his first 17 matches.

APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist versus Cadiz Valverde made an assist, had two off-target shots and created five chances during Saturday's 2-0 win over Cadiz.

Impact Valverde didn't have much defensive work to do so he had even more room to go up the field and support the team, creating a lot for teammates, which included a beautiful assist for Marco Asensio to seal the 2-0 win in the 76th minute. This was the first appearance on the scoresheet in almost two months for the midfielder, who will hope to get back to the form he displayed during the first half of the campaign as soon as possible with several crucial matchups awaiting.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Federico Valverde's punch on Alex Baena: The story so far and what to expect next Here's what we know - according to all parties involved - about one of the most dramatic moments of the Spanish football season so far

APRIL 15, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Two shots in win Valverde registered two shots (one on goal), three interceptions and kept a clean sheet in Wednesday's 2-0 win versus Chelsea.

Impact Valverde had a decent performance in Wednesday's win, as he registered two shots (one on target) for the first time since March 15 versus Liverpool. He also helped his side keep a clean sheet, as he won one tackle and intercepted three passes in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Baena reveals death threats sent to family over alleged assault from Valverde Villarreal’s Alex Baena has revealed his family have received death threats after he was allegedly attacked by Real Madrid’s Federico Valver...

APRIL 10, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Sends in four crosses at Betis Valverde registered two shots (one on target), one chance created, four crosses (one accurate), three tackles (all won) and two clearances in Sunday's 0-0 draw at Betis.

Impact Valverde had a good all-around performance, but it wasn't enough to help them earn the road win. The midfielder led his side in crosses during the match. So far, after 30 games (27 starts), he logged nine goals and four assists.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Osasuna Valverde took four shots and scored a goal in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Osasuna. He also made a clearance and two interceptions in the match.

Impact Valverde lined up on the right wing for the first time in more than a month on Saturday, and he opened the scoring with his first La Liga goal since October. This was the ninth time he's taken at least three shots in a single league game this season.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid beats Al Hilal to win record 8th FIFA Club World Cup

Vinícius Júnior and Karim Benzema led Real Madrid to its record-extending eighth Club World Cup title on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Real Madrid beats Al Hilal to win record 8th FIFA Club World Cup

Vinicius Junior and Real Madrid hoist trophy claiming its fifth FIFA Club World Cup over Al Hilal

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Takes four shots at Mallorca Valverde took four off-target shots, made two tackles (one won) and one clearance and picked up a yellow card in Sunday's 1-0 loss at Mallorca

Impact Valverde did well, but it wasn't enough to help them earn at least one point on the road. The midfielder led his side in shots before subbing off in the 64th minute. He also received his second yellow card of the season in the proccess.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in draw Valverde took four shots and created three chances in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Real Sociedad.

Impact Valverde had another impressive game in midfield Sunday after previously having a few quiet performances since the World Cup, but it wasn't enough to earn all three points against a very good Sociedad team that's third in the table currently.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has quiet game in win Valverde took a shot and made a block in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Athletic Club.

Impact Valverde hasn't quite fully clicked on with Madrid since returning from a disappointing World Cup campaign for Uruguay, and Sunday's match against Bilbao was no exception. But he has proved his scoring prowess with eight goals and four assists across La Liga and the Champions League this season and is likely to return to form eventually.

JANUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots Valverde took three shots (one on goal), crossed twice accurately and created a chance during Friday's 2-0 win over Ghana.

Impact Valverde was held off the scoresheet as Uruguay won, but failed to advance past the group stage. The midfielder ends the tournament without a goal or an assist, taking seven shots and crossing seven times while playing the entirety of Uruguay's three matches.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet against Portugal Valverde took an off target shot, crossed twice inaccurately and created a chance during Monday's 2-0 loss to Portugal.

Impact Valverde had a quiet outing as Uruguay fell to Portugal on Monday. The midfielder finished with the second highest amount of shots, crosses and chances created on the team while taking one of Uruguay's two corner kicks in the match.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup Now: Man of the Match for Uruguay vs. South Korea

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NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

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Real Madrid beats Al Hilal to win record 8th FIFA Club World Cup

Vinicius Junior and Real Madrid hoist trophy claiming its fifth FIFA Club World Cup over Al Hilal

World Cup Now: Man of the Match for Uruguay vs. South Korea