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Expected to return Moreno (hip) is expected to be an option for Sunday's match against Osasuna, according to manager Marcelino Garcia Toral. "He is available."

Impact Moreno looks to be back in the fold, with the forward expected to make the team sheet after training and being included on the squad list. This is a huge boost for the club, as he is a regular starter and hasn't featured in around three months. He will hope to see the start immediately but will likely be eased in off the bench.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Sunday Moreno (hip) is out for Sunday's game against Getafe, Javi Mata of Diario AS reports.

Impact Moreno couldn't recover during the international break, and the veteran forward is set to miss yet another contest. He hasn't played since Aug. 26, and his next chance to feature will come against Valladolid on Oct. 26. Moreno has been productive in his two appearances, though, notching one assist, five shots and four chances created despite not going the full 90 in either of those contests.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Valencia Moreno is out for Saturday's match against Valencia, according to manager Marcelino Garcia Toral. "He has a contracture in his ischium, it seems to be the left. Well, for this gam...

Impact Moreno will miss out Saturday after playing and starting in Monday's win against Celta Vigo, as he has picked up issues in his hip. This will be a tough loss for the club, as he is a regular starter. His likely replacement will be Ilias Akhomach, with Moreno probably returning after the international break.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up assist in victory Moreno assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal) and three chances created in Monday's 4-3 win versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Moreno set up Sergi Cardona for a close range shot that resulted in his squad's first goal of the match, tying the score at 1-1 in the 26th minute of play. The assist marked the first of the season for Moreno, who is now up to four chances created through two appearances. He also registered a tackle won for a second consecutive outing.

AUGUST 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two assists in return Moreno assisted twice to go with three crosses (one accurate) and five chances created in Sunday's 4-4 draw versus Real Madrid.

Impact Moreno was back in the lineup for Villarreal after missing the last three matches with a calf injury. He provided two assists, which gives him six on the season to go along with his 10 goals. The forward has also made 28 starts in 30 appearances during his sixth season with the team.

MAY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in injury return Moreno (calf) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact Moreno returns from an injury which has kept him out of Villarreal's last four matches. The attacker returns to the starting XI straight away as he looks to add to his 14 goal involvements in 30 appearances this season.

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains ahead of weekend Moreno (calf) "has been progressing and has trained" Friday ahead of Sunday's match versus Real Madrid, said manager Marcelino.

Impact Moreno is set for a fitness test Sunday after missing the last three matches with a calf injury. He will likely return to the starting XI if ruled fit, recording 15 starts during his previous 16 appearances, totaling two goals and two assists in 37 shots (10 on target) and 26 chances created in that span.

MAY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out to face Sevilla Moreno (calf) won't be an option to face Sevilla on Saturday, manager Marcelino told media during Friday's pre-match press conference. "Gerard is dealing with a minor muscular prob...

Impact Moreno has been a solid player for Villarreal throughout the season, racking up 10 goals and four assists across 29 appearances. His absence means Goncalo Guedes is expected to remain as Alexander Sorloth's attacking partner in their usual 4-4-2 scheme.

MAY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still not ready to play Moreno (calf) will not be an option for Sunday's trip to Celta Vigo, per manager Marcelino. "Gerard is not going to be here since he was not able to train with the team this week".

Impact Moreno was just an unused option last match with a strain, but is left completely off the team sheet with a calf injury. He has done a decent job at forward for Villarreal, totaling 10 goals and four assist in 29 appearances, 27 of them coming as starts. This gives Alexander Sorloth anther chance to start at forward versus Celta Vigo.

MAY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Sunday Moreno (strain) is on the bench for Sunday's game against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Moreno was doubtful to face Rayo after experiencing discomfort earlier in training this week, and while he'll be available off the bench, he's clearly not 100 percent. This means Goncalo Guedes will start upfront alongside Alexander Sorloth.

APRIL 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful to play Sunday Moreno is doubtful for Sunday's game against Rayo Vallecano after picking up a muscular injury during training this week, manager Marcelino told media during his pre-match press co...

Impact The potential absence of Moreno will weaken Villarreal's attack considerably, as the veteran forward has formed a great partnership with Alexander Sorloth upfront. If Moreno can't go Sunday, then Goncalo Guedes or Jose Luis Morales would be alternatives to play upfront alongside Sorloth.

APRIL 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal in defeat Moreno assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 2-1 loss to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Moreno cleaned up a play in Atletico's final third, and he found Alexander Sorloth with a clever touch to set up the equalizer, but the visitors would end up stealing the three points in the dying moments of the match. Moreno has gone 10 matches without a goal in all competitions, a span in which he's registered two assists while averaging 2.2 shots per game.

APRIL 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 1, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Credited with assist Sunday Moreno assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 win against Betis.

Impact Moreno had a hand in all three goals in this comeback win Sunday. He started the play that led to Alex Baena's first goal, and then he delivered the cross that led to Sokratis' own goal in the early stages of the second half. He wasn't done yet, as he also set up Alexander Sorloth's game-winning strike with a perfect through ball. Moreno is up to 10 goals and three assists this season.

MARCH 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ambitious effort in draw Moreno had five shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact This marked the sixth consecutive game that Moreno tried at least two shots, while it also stands as the third time this season that he tried at least five shots in match. Additionally, Moreno has now accounted for a chance created in each of the last four games, with a total of 11 chances created within that span. Finally, he completed a minimum of 20 passes for the sixth straight appearance.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Moreno scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-3 win against Barcelona.

Impact Moreno opened up the scoring in the first half as he notched his 10th goal of the season. The striker continued his productive season, being a crucial part of the Villareal attack, as he's now taken 14 shots over the past four games.

JANUARY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fires five shots Moreno took five off target shots and crossed once inaccurately during Saturday's 3-0 loss to Las Palmas.

Impact Moreno was held off the scoresheet while firing a team-high five shots in the loss. The forward has two goals over his last four league starts while taking 12 shots and creating five chances.

JANUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting XI Moreno (calf) is starting for Tuesday's clash with Valencia.

Impact Moreno has recovered from his calf injury that forced him to missed last match. He's started six of the last eight games played, logging in two goals and two assists in that span.

JANUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Seen in training Friday Moreno (calf) was spotted back in training Friday, Javier Mata of Diario AS reports.

Impact Having Moreno back in training represents a huge boost for Villarreal, especially given the struggles the team has endured on the attacking end. The upcoming days will be pivotal to determine whether Moreno will be available to face Valencia next Tuesday, though all signs seem to be pushing him towards the right direction.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play Wednesday Moreno (calf) didn't play Wednesday against Celta Vigo.

Impact Moreno was expected to miss the final match of the calendar year due to the injury that's affecting him, so this is not a real surprise. His next chance to feature will come after the Christmas break, when Villarreal travel to Mestalla to take on Valencia. If Moreno can't go, then Ben Brereton Diaz could take his place upfront, though Alexander Sorloth might also be an option.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely missing Wednesday's clash Moreno (calf) is not expected to be an option for Wednesday's match against Celta Vigo, according to manager Marcelino. "We trained this afternoon, with Gerard, who is possibly out...

Impact Moreno will likely miss the last match of the season with a calf injury. He been on a good streak of games of late, having started six of the last eight matches, totaling two goals and two assists in that span. Ben Brereton Diaz is expected to be an option to start at forward for the team during Moreno's absence.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes to goal in win Moreno assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-1 win against Osasuna.

Impact Moreno came up with his seventh goal contribution in his last six league appearances. He is now up to a total of eight goals and two assists on the season. He also has tried a total of 27 shots, with 11 on target, in addition to accounting for 20 chances created, through 12 appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets nod against Osasuna Moreno is starting versus Osasuna on Sunday.

Impact Morena will play through an ailment and will look to keep up his good form, as he has hit the net six times in his last five appearances, adding 14 shots (eight on target), nine key passes, and nine crosses (four accurate).

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with minor discomfort Moreno has been dealing with some discomfort and is listed as questionable for Sunday's visit from Osasuna, said manager Marcelino. "Gerard has some stiffness or some discomfort."

Impact Moreno has been on a scoring tear, recording six goals in the last five matches to give him eight on the season. This puts him tied for second place in the most goals in the league while also surpassing his total from last campaign. With Alexander Sorloth (hamstring) ruled out, team could consider a formation change with Jose Luis Morales (buise) also dealing with a small injury.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps scoring Moreno scored one goal to go with three shots (two on target) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-1 loss to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Moreno is keeping up with his scoring run, totaling six goals and one assist in the last five matches. This puts him at eight on the season, which is tied for second most in the league. The forward is also averaging about 2.3 shots per game and is almost averaging a goal per contest.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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