FIDEL NEWS

Scores in victory Fidel scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Atletico Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 30th minute.

Impact Fidel scored the only goal of the match in the 41st minute. He recorded one shot and one clearance. He has had a good spell as he has scored twice and assisted once in the last three games. These efforts have come too late as Elche have been mathematically relegated.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bags goal and assist Fidel scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and two chances created in Saturday's 4-0 victory over Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Fidel joined Gerard Gumbau in contributing two goals Saturday for the rare blow out win. It was his first goal since Feb 24 and his first assist since Jan 22, giving him two goals and two assists thus far. The midfielder has also gotten the start in the last 11 matches played, recording two goals, one assist and 21 chances created in that span.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Fidel is available to return from a one-match ban before Sunday's clash with Valencia.

Impact Fidel was handed the ban after picking up his fifth yellow card of the season. The forward is now eligible to return and will have the chance to move back into the starting XI. Fidel had been a nailed-on starter before the suspension, playing all over the midfield.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sees yellow in loss Fidel was shown a fifth yellow card during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Osasuna and will be handed a one-match ban.

Impact Fidel picks up the one-match ban after earning a fifth yellow card. It will end an eight-match run in the starting XI for Fidel, who has played himself into major minutes of late. John could get the start with Fidel suspended.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores penalty in loss Fidel scored one goal on one shot and had two inaccurate crosses in Friday's 3-2 loss to Real Betis.

Impact Fidel scored a penalty in the seventh minute Friday, as he beat Claudio Bravo with a paneka for the opening goal of the match. It was the only shot he took in the match, and the only thing he did on the attack outside of two inaccurate crosses. He has been a mainstay in the starting XI as of late, as he's started five of the past six matches. With a goal and an assist over that stretch, and given he is on penalty duties, he can be a solid under the radar option moving forward.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in two crosses as sub Fidel took one off-target shot, created one chance, sent in two crosses (one accurate), made one tackle (won) and picked up a yellow card in 32 minutes during Saturday's 3-1 win ov...

Impact Fidel subbed on in the second half and had a good outing to help them hold the lead and earn the win at home. The midfielder took four of their six corner kicks in the game. He may earn a spot in the squad now after Pere Milla's serious injury, since the starter will miss at least six weeks of action.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records first assist of season Fidel assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Osasuna.

Impact Fidel received just his third start of the year and was able to get his first assist of the campaign to save Elche from a loss on Sunday. A stint of hamstring injuries have kept the 33-year-old on the bench for most of the season, only totaling an assist and 20 crosses (three accurate) in eight appearances thus far.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Fidel (hamstring) participated in Wednesday's training session, according to Monserrate Hernandez of AS.

Impact Fidel played in just four games before the World Cup due to various injuries and will hope to be in better spirits when league matches return in late-December. As he's scored 11 goals and logged nine assists in the last two seasons, Fidel's absence hasn't helped a team fighting to avoid relegation.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Girona Fidel (hamstring) isn't available for Tuesday's match against Girona.

Impact Fidel has played just four times this season as muscular injuries have hampered his fitness substantially. When he does return, he'll hope that their place in the table isn't too low to recover from.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Fidel (hamstring) remains out for Saturday's trip to Real Valladolid, according to Ismael Ruiz Catalan of Diario Franjiverde.

Impact Fidel has made just four appearances this season as injuries have made life difficult for him. A rotating list of options have featured on the left flank while Fidel is out, most recently with Pere Milla in that spot.

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out against Getafe Fidel (hamstring) isn't expected to be fit for Monday's match against Getafe, according to Jeronimo Tormo of Elche Directo.

Impact Fidel picked up his injury soon into his return from a different issue in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Espanyol. Since he's played just four times and started twice, his absence shouldn't impact much in the lineup as there are a variety of options who can play on the left wing.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off with injury Fidel had three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-2 tie against Espanyol.

Impact Fidel came off the bench at the start of the second half but was replaced by Tete Morente in the 69th minute with an apparent hamstring injury. It is the same hamstring that has kept the Spaniard out of the lineup the previous four matches. He will get re-evaluated by the team doctors with his timetable of return unknown.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Fidel (hamstring) is expected to return to the squad list for Wednesday's match against Real Madrid, according to Monserrate Hernandez of AS.

Impact Fidel has missed three straight games over a month due to his hamstring injury but is in line to return. When fit, Fidel has started two times in three appearances and could start over Tete Morente if he's ready from kickoff.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out multiple weeks Fidel (hamstring) will be out for multiple weeks at the least, according to manager Francisco Rodriguez ahead of Monday's trip to Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Fidel picked up a hamstring injury before the international break against Barcelona and tests have proven the issue to be more serious. Loan signings Domingos Quina and Alex Collado should be two possible replacements for Fidel over the coming weeks.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out two weeks Fidel is expected to miss two weeks with a hamstring injury, according to Informacion.

Impact Fidel has already missed three games this season due to a hamstring injury and could now be in doubt for at least the Oct. 3 match at Rayo Vallecano and potentially the Oct. 10 visit from Mallorca. Domingos Quina and Alex Collado should help fill out the lineup with Fidel unavailable.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Monday Fidel (hamstring) is likely to miss Monday's match against Almeria, according to Monserrate Hernandez for Onda Cero.

Impact Fidel was already doubtful for this game and can now be expected to miss it entirely due to a hamstring problem. His next chance to play will be Aug. 27 against Real Sociedad and either Tete Morente or Alex Collado could take his place on the left flank.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Almeria Fidel is considered a doubt for Monday's match against Almeria due to discomfort, according to Monserrate Hernandez of AS.

Impact Fidel only played for the first half of Monday's match against Real Betis and hasn't been a full participant in training ahead of the next match. Tete Morente could take the place of Fidel in the starting lineup if needed.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off bench Fidel provided one assist off the bench during Sunday's 3-1 win over Getafe.

Impact Fidel earned his sixth assist of the campaign in the final match of the season. The midfielder had an excellent campaign with five goals and six assists, both personal bests for Elche. Fidel will lead the midfield from the left flank once more in 2022/23, where he will be a strong fantasy option in all formats.

MAY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two assists in win Fidel made two assists, had one off-target shot, created two chances and sent in eight crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's 3-0 win over Mallorca.

Impact Fidel had one of his biggest performances of the campaign so far, assisting his side's first two goals and leading all players in crosses. The midfielder has five goals and five assists over 28 appearances (26 starts) and is always a threat from both open play and set pieces. Up next for Fidel is Tuesday's visit to Betis.

APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores again in win Fidel scored one goal from one shot and conceded a yellow card during Saturday's 1-0 win over Granada.

Impact Fidel scored for the second straight match to help his side return to winning ways after losing their previous two games. With three goals total in his last five starts, Fidel has shown he has plenty to offer in the right matchups. Up next is a visit from Valencia, which have conceded the fourth-most goals in the league.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss against Barcelona Fidel scored a goal off his lone shot, created three chances, sent in five crosses (three accurate) and made two tackles (both won) during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Barcelona.

Impact Fidel opened the scoring for Elche just before halftime after picking up a defensive giveaway and sending the ball into the far post from the left side of the box. The attacker also had team-highs in both chances created and crosses but his teammates couldn't convert these plays into goals. With four goals and three assists over 23 league apperances this season, Fidel will try to keep adding to his tally during Saturday's visit to Granada.

MARCH 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Fidel scored one goal from three shots (two on goal) and created four chances from seven crosses (three accurate) during Saturday's 3-1 win over Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Fidel is another player who's seemingly found his stride in the turn of the new year as he's logged one assist and now scored in his last two matches. He'll face a tougher opponent in the next match against Sevilla, but recent results against Real Madrid could indicate a different final score in the future.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist off bench in draw Fidel provided an assist, made one tackle, four clearances and one interception and was shown a yellow card after coming off the bench during Sunday's 2-2 draw against Real Madrid.

Impact Fidel was brought in the 24th minute, replacing injured Tete Morente, and assisted Lucas Boye for the opening goal of the match with a picture-perfect cross from the left. His biggest contributions during the second frame came on the defensive end as his side was completely dominated by the opposition. If Morent isn't able to recover for Feb. 5 clash against Alaves, Fidel will probably be back in the starting XI.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Espanyol Fidel will miss Monday's clash against Espanyol with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Fidel picked up his fifth booking of the season in last weekend's draw against Granada, meaning he will be suspended for Monday's game. Pablo Piatti is likely to fill in on the left wing in his absence for the game.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE