Gerard Moreno - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Training with group Moreno has recovered from his injury and is training with the group as preseason begins, the club announced.

Impact Moreno had missed the final match of last season with an undisclosed injury, ending the campaign with 10 goals on 39 shots across 22 appearances, including 16 starts. His full involvement in preseason training suggests the issue has been resolved without complication. The forward is expected to compete for a starting role as Villarreal continue preparations for the new season. Moreno is expected to be fully available heading into the campaign.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Moreno (undisclosed) is out for Sunday's match against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Moreno is not with his teammates Sunday and will miss the final match of the season, as an undisclosed injury is too much to play through. This is a major loss for the club as they lose a forward, forcing Ayoze Perez and Georges Mikautadze to start at forward. Moreno ends his season with 10 goals on 39 shots in 22 appearances (16 starts) this season.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for season finale Moreno (undisclosed) is a late call for Saturday's season finale against Atletico Madrid after not training fully this week, according to coach Marcelino.

Impact Moreno's availability for what would be a significant fixture for Villarreal will be determined after a final assessment ahead of kickoff, with the club not wanting to rush the veteran striker back before he is fully ready. Ayoze Perez is expected to step into the starting lineup if Moreno cannot be cleared in time for what promises to be a celebratory occasion at the Estadio de la Ceramica.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Gets opening goal Moreno scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat against Sevilla.

Impact Moreno got the scoring started for Villarreal but wasn't able to do much else in the 3-2 loss on Wednesday. The forward will need more volume to break Rayo Vallecano's defense, which has only conceded 43 times in 36 La Liga games.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Bags opener Sunday Moreno scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Moreno got the scoring going early Sunday, converting a penalty in the 2nd minute to take the early lead. It marked one of three shots he took in the match, the third time in his last four matches with at least three shots. He now has nine goals through 18 appearances (14 starts) this season.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in front of goal Moreno recorded three shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Monday's 1-0 loss against Girona.

Impact Moreno didn't put a single shot on target and was basically non-existent in the final third for Villarreal. The forward has a favorable matchup to improve from this performance coming up though, as Athletic have allowed 43 goals in 30 domestic games so far.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Scores Friday Moreno scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 3-1 win over Real Sociedad.

Impact Moreno got back on the scoresheet during Friday's clash and could have had an even bigger day after putting two other shots on goal. Both Villarreal strikers were excellent throughout the match, looking dangerous every time they touched the ball. Moreno will continue to be a major goal threat in almost every match moving forward.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Villarreal overruns Real Sociedad to move into third place in La Liga

Villarreal has leapfrogged Atletico Madrid to move into third place in La Liga after a 3-1 win over Real Sociedad

MARCH 20 • Associated Press

Starting Sunday Moreno (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Elche.

Impact Moreno is back with his team as expected after a spell of four games out due to an undisclosed injury. This is solid news for the club as they gain back their regular forward. He has started in 10 of his 12 appearances, recording seven goals in that time.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Elche Moreno (undisclosed) is back available for Sunday's clash against Elche, according to coach Marcelino Total. "Gerard trained fully this week and will be an option."

Impact Moreno returned to full team training this week after sitting out the last five games with a muscle issue he suffered during the pregame warmup against Espanyol. The Yellow Submarine captain is now back to full fitness and in the mix for Sunday's showdown with Elche. The coaching staff won't push things too quickly to avoid any setbacks as he could return to the bench but Moreno should still slide back into his usual starting spot leading the attack in the upcoming fixtures.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Trains fully Tuesday Moreno (undisclosed) was spotted back in team training Tuesday and could be an option for Sunday's clash against Elche, according to Xavi Sidro from Cadena SER.

Impact Moreno has been sidelined for the last four matches after picking up a muscular issue during the pregame warmup against Espanyol, but the captain was back on the training pitch Tuesday with the team after doing individual session at the end of last week. He is trending toward being available for Sunday's showdown against Elche, though the staff is expected to manage his minutes carefully given his injury history and the risk of a setback. Until he is fully match-fit, Ayoze Perez and Georges Mikautadze should continue leading the line together in coach Marcelino's two-striker setup.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Could return against Elche Moreno (undisclosed) is not available and could return for the game against Elche next Sunday, coach Marcelino Total said in the press conference, according to A Punt Esports. "May...

Impact Moreno is still dealing with a muscle injury and will not be available for Saturday's showdown against Barcelona. The striker could get back into team training next week, putting him in line to return against Elche next Sunday if everything stays on track. Until that happens, Nicolas Pepe and Ayoze Perez are expected to take on bigger roles and log heavier minutes up top.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually with ball Moreno (undisclosed) was spotted training individually with the ball Wednesday, according to A Punt Esports.

Impact Moreno picked up a muscle injury during the pregame warmup against Espanyol and has been sidelined for the last three matches. The Yellow Submarine captain was back on the grass Wednesday, going through individual drills and getting touches on the ball, a strong sign he's trending toward a return to team training sooner rather than later. Still, the club won't rush him back given his injury history in recent seasons, which should keep Nicolas Pepe and Ayoze Perez in line for extended minutes until Moreno is fully up to speed.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Moreno (undisclosed) won't be an option for Sunday's game against Valencia, manager Marcelino Garcia Toral told media during Friday's press conference. "Moreno is out for this matc...

Impact This isn't much of a surprise, as Moreno didn't train throughout the week while nursing an undisclosed injury. Fitness issues have limited him considerably this season, but he's been excellent when available. Moreno has seven goals in 12 appearances this term.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Still not training Moreno (undisclosed) was still not training Friday and is unlikely for Sunday's clash against Valencia, according to Apuntesports.

Impact Moreno picked up a knock during the pregame warmup against Espanyol and was still held out of training Friday, leaving his chances of suiting up against Valencia on Sunday hanging by a thread. The captain has been a locked-in starter whenever he is fit for Villarreal, so his potential absence would once again shake up the starting XI. Nicolas Pepe and Ayoze Perez are the top candidates to take on expanded roles in the attack while Moreno works his way back.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Wednesday Moreno (undisclosed) remains out for Wednesday's clash against Levante, coach Marcelino Total said in the press conference. "Gerard remains out."

Impact Moreno is still sidelined after the muscular issue he picked up during the warmup against Espanyol, and for now, he remains out of action. There's no firm timetable on his return, and this latest setback hits hard for Villarreal. The captain is a locked-in starter whenever he's fit, a cornerstone of the front line, so losing him forces a tactical reshuffle in the starting XI. With Moreno unavailable, expect either Nicolas Pepe or Ayoze Perez to step up and log heavier minutes as the Yellow Submarine looks to keep its attacking edge intact.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Moreno (undisclosed) won't be an option for Saturday's clash against Getafe, coach Marcelino Total said in the press conference. "Gerard won't be available."

Impact Moreno has been battling muscular discomfort and was a late scratch against Espanyol, and after failing to train this week, he has officially been ruled out for Saturday's showdown with Getafe. The captain has been a locked-in starter whenever healthy, so his absence forces a shakeup in the starting XI. Nicolas Pepe is set to slide into the second striker role, while Tajon Buchanan is in line to regain a starting spot on the right wing.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Wednesday training Moreno (undisclosed) was absent from training Wednesday, according to A Punt Esports.

Impact Moreno, who missed the last Liga match against Espanyol after feeling discomfort during the warm-up, was not spotted in training Wednesday and is questionable for Saturday's clash against Getafe. The forward has a lengthy injury history, so the club is expected to be cautious with his return. Ayoze Perez and Nicolas Pepe are likely to see increased minutes in attack alongside Georges Mikautadze if he remains sidelined.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing as precaution Moreno (undisclosed) was unable to train fully in recent days and was ultimately left out of the starting XI as a precaution due to ongoing discomfort, coach Marcelino Toral said i...

Impact Moreno had been limited in training over the past few days due to lingering discomfort but still pushed to test himself in the warm-up ahead of Monday's matchup with Espanyol. The captain did not feel fully right and was ultimately scratched from the starting XI as a precaution with the staff unwilling to take any unnecessary risks. Nicolas Pepe stepped in alongside George Mikautadze in the two-striker setup while Tajon Buchanan regained a starting role on the right wing against the Catalans.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Dropped from starting XI Moreno was a late scratch from the starting XI for Monday's match against Espanyol due to physical discomfort.

Impact Moreno is not going to play Monday despite his spot in the starting XI, as he has instead been dropped to the sidelines due to injury. After being a late call for the game, it appears he returned too early, possibly facing a setback. He will look to recover in time for Saturday's match against Getafe, with Tajon Buchanan entering the starting XI in his place while moving Nicolas Pepe to forward.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday Moreno (strain) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Espanyol.

Impact Moreno was a late call but has passed his testing, with the forward an option from the starting XI immediately after his injury. He will look to continue his success from the last match after bagging a brace, notching seven goals this season in 13 appearances (11 starts).

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Looks to be option Monday Moreno (strain) appears to be an option for Monday's match against Espanyol, according to manager Marcelino Garcia Toral. "Gerard had problems during the week and we have to be pru...

Impact Moreno was absent from training this week but has returned to training and appears to be an option again. This is massive news for the club as they gain back their veteran starting forward, with seven goals in 12 appearances (10 starts). If fit, he could see the start immediately, although they may be cautious to preserve his health.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Trains away from group Moreno trained away from the group Friday and is doubtful to face Espanyol on Monday due to muscular discomfort, according to Jaume Puig of SuperDeporte.

Impact Moreno was expected to be a regular after scoring two goals in the draw against Osasuna this past weekend, but this setback suggests the team will exercise caution with the striker's availability. If Moreno can't play Monday, then expect Nicolas Pepe or Tani Oluwaseyi to partner with Georges Mikautadze upfront.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Secures brace in win Moreno scored two goals on three shots and had one clearance in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Osasuna.

Impact Moreno was all the offense for Villarreal on Friday. He converted from the penalty spot in the 20th minute to open the scoring and then again in the 70th minute to knot the match up at 2. The talented forward now has seven goals in 13 appearances this year, and while health has been a major issue, production has not been. Moreno will look to keep it rolling on Monday versus Espanyol.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 24 • Associated Press

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