GERMAN PEZZELLA NEWS

Will return to training soon Pezzella has yet to return to training and will join Betis for pre-season duties after the team's tour in the United States, manager Manuel Pellegrini told Mundo Deportivo.

Impact Pezzella couldn't play in the final games of the 2023/24 season due to a foot fracture, but he made the squad for Argentina in the 2024 Copa America and even featured in a group-stage match against Peru on June 29. Assuming he can get on the same physical levels as his teammates, he could be an option for the season opener against Girona on Aug. 15.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

Done for campaign Pezzella (fracture) did not get the call to play Saturday against Real Madrid, ending the season on the injured list.

Impact Pezzella was not expected to return after suffering a foot fracture. He ends the campaign making 32 starts in 32 appearance in league play, totaling a goal while averaging 4.5 clearances per match while also generating 34 tackles (24 won) and 31 interceptions.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Almeria Pezzella has been ruled out of Sunday's game against Almeria due to a foot injury. "He's dealing with a sore toe, and there's a strong chance he might have suffered a fracture," ma...

Impact Pezzella is likely to miss the May 16 matchup against Las Palmas as well due to the quick turnaround, and it wouldn't be shocking if the central defender isn't able to return to action before the end of the season. With Marc Bartra (Achilles) out for the season as well, it seems Sokratis and Chadi Riad will play as the center-back pairing in the final games of the 2023/24 campaign.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Back from one-game ban Pezzella completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Rayo Vallecano on Sunday.

Impact Pezzella missed the 3-2 loss against Villarreal due to yellow-card accumulation, but the star center-back will be available to feature against Rayo, and he should move right into the starting unit. He is likely to partner with Sokratis at center-back.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up fifth yellow Pezzella registered one tackle (zero won), three clearances and one interception in Sunday's 2-1 loss versus Atletico Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 67th mi...

Impact Pezzella did not make a drastic impact on the match Sunday as Real Betis fell 1-2 to Atleti. The defender did not register a tackle won, has three clearances and intercepted the ball once. Pezzella has been stalwart defensively for Betis this season, having appeared and started in 26 league matches. However, the yellow card Pezzella received was his fifth in domestic play this season and will see him miss out on Real Betis's home match versus Villarreal on Sunday.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Inks new contract Pezzella has extended his stay with Betis, inking a two-year contract extension to remain with the club until 2026.

Impact Pezzella started his tenure with the club in 2015 and stayed with the club until the end of the 2016/17 season before returning in 2021 to now renew his tenure until 2026. The defender has played 169 matches with the club since joining and currently holds the captaincy of the squad this campaign. He has held a role in the starting XI over the past three seasons and should remain in that role while he is with the club, starting in all but one match in the 2023/24 camping.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in loss Pezzella generated four shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 loss against Celta Vigo.

Impact Pezzella took four shots (zero on target) Wesneday, by far his most in a match this season. It comes just one match after he scored his first goal of the season and he now has recorded at least one shot in four consecutive matches. He also won one tackle, intercepted two passes and blocked one shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Bags rare goal Pezzella scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Thursday's 1-1 draw versus Girona.

Impact Pezzella scored the equalizer in the final minutes of Thursday's draw, netting a goal in the 88th minute off of a William Carvalho assist. This was a very rare goal for Pezzella, being his first since the 2021 campaign. He was also decent in the defense against Girona, recording seven clearances and a block.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes two clearances Pezzella registered two clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Real Madrid.

Impact Pezzella is averaging about 4.3 clearances per match after logging in 24 in the last six games. He's also totaled 11 interceptions with three blocks and a clean sheet in that span.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Real Madrid Pezzella (hamstring) is in the starting lineup to face Real Madrid on Saturday.

Impact Pezzella didn't play in the midweek Copa del Rey match, but he recovered quickly enough to be an option here, and he will slot in his regular center-back position alongside Chadi Riad. Pezzella continues his streak of starting in every game in which he's been available for this season. He has racked up 22 clearances, nine interceptions and five tackles over his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Real Madrid Pezzella (hamstring) is in the squad to face Real Madrid on Saturday.

Impact Pezzella didn't play in the midweek Copa del Rey match due to the injury, but he recovered in time to be an option here. Given Pezzella has started in every match he's been available for in La Liga and the UEFA Europa League, it wouldn't be surprising if he's part of the XI to face Los Merengues this Saturday.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up hamstring injury Pezzella (hamstring) felt some discomfort in his hamstring during Sunday's match and is set to scans to find out the severity of his injury, confirmed manager Manuel Pellegrini per...

Impact Pezzella has started the last 15 matches in a row in all competitions for the team, totaling 70 clearances in that span to bring his average per game to 4.4. If the Argentine has out miss time, then Guido Rodriguez could move to center back with Marc Barta (Achilles) out with injury.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid all-around performance in draw Pezzella fired two shots (none on-target) in Thursday's 1-1 draw with Granada.

Impact Pezzella put in a strong performance on Thursday. The Argentianian international posted strong defensive statistics (five clearances, two interceptions and a block) and managed to contribute at the other end of the field with two shots. From six appearances (all starts) he has delivered two clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays major role Pezzella made 31 appearances (29 starts) during the 2022-23 La Liga season.

Impact Pezzella played a huge part, taking a major role in the starting XI and anchoring the defense for most of the season. The center-back totaled 41 tackles and 129 clearances across the 31 appearances. Pezzella heads into 2023-24 as a likely piece of the starting XI once more.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Pezzella served his one-match suspension for a straight red card and will be available for Sunday's finale against Valencia.

Impact Pezzella was handed just a one-match suspension for a red card issued on May 24 and will be an option for the last match of the season Sunday. He's started his previous six games at center back, totaling 28 clearances in that span.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Wednesday Pezzella was shown a straight red card during the second half of Wednesday's clash with Getafe.

Impact Pezzella was shown a red card for a bad challenge in the second half, and is now set for a suspension. With only two La Liga matches remaining it's more likely than not that Pezzella's season is over. Pezzella made 30 appearances (28 starts), adding 125 tackles and 50 interceptions as well as 41 tackles with no goal contributions.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records 12 clearances Pezzella registered three tackles (three won), 12 clearances and two interceptions in Tuesday's 0-0 draw versus Real Sociedad.

Impact Pezzella sat out Betis' previous game during the weekend but was able to participate when the team hosted Real Sociedad on Tuesday. Pezzella's availability proved to be a blessing, as his team-best 12 clearances and overall defensive effort helped shut out Betis' latest opponent.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available for weekend Pezzella (ankle) was called up by Betis for Saturday's clash against Osasuna.

Impact Pezzella missed last weekend's win over Espanyol with an ankle injury he suffered in the previous match against Cadiz, but he has recovered now and should be in the squad against Osasuna. He could potentially slot straight back into the lineup over Edgar Gonzalez in central defense if he's fit enough.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Espanyol Pezzella (ankle) is not in Betis' match day squad for Saturday's clash against Espnayol.

Impact Pezzella picked up an ankle injury in last weekend's defeat against Cadiz, and he's been ruled out for Saturday's match now as well. Edgar Gonzalez is replacing him at center-back in the XI.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off holding ankle Pezzella (ankle) came off holding his ankle during Sunday's 2-0 loss to Cadiz.

Impact Pezzella lasted just 22 minutes against Cadiz before limping off holding his ankle. The center-back will be a doubt for a Saturday clash with Espanyol, likely pointing towards a start in central defense for Edgar Gonzalez.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bags in seven clearances Pezzella recorded seven clearances and four interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Getafe.

Impact Pezzella helped contribute to the clean sheet win on Saturday by recording the most clearances and interceptions in the stat sheet. He is averaging three clearances a match in 19 appearances thus far. The Argentinian has totaled 22 clearances, seven interceptions and nine tackles (six won) in the last five games with Betis.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid defensively in return Pezzella had one off-target shot and made two tackles (both won), six clearances, one interception and two blocks during Sunday's 2-1 win over Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Pezzella made his first start since winning the World Cup with Argentina and had a great performance at the heart of the defense, leading all players in clearances and keeping opposing forwards at bay during most of the match. With 20 clearances over his last three league starts, the center-back is always a great fantasy option at his position.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in win Pezzella played the final 10 minutes or so of Wednesday's 2-0 victory against Poland.

Impact Pezzella got some garbage time minutes as Argentina locked up first place in Group C, but he is the fourth center-back in the depth chart behind Nicolas Otamendi, Cristian Romero and Lisandro Martinez heading into the knockout rounds.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Sociedad Pezzella (strain) is in Betis' starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Real Sociedad.

Impact Pezzella was dealing with a minor injury throughout the week but he is back in the XI in central defense for Sunday's match.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Needs assessment on status Pezzella was left on the bench for Thursday's UEL win over Ludogorets and needs further examination ahead of Sunday's trip to Real Sociedad, according to manager Manuel Pellegrini.

Impact Pezella has started in two consecutive league matches but now his fitness is in doubt due to some problems midweek. If he's unfit, Edgar Gonzalez and Victor Ruiz could feature as the center-back partnership against La Real.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE