Girona Team News - Soccer

Paulo Gazzaniga - Allows three in home loss Gazzaniga made three saves and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-0 loss to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Gazzaniga conceded at least three goals for the fourth time in 16 matches this season and extended his run without a clean sheet to five games. Despite that, he has posted strong save totals with 24 saves over his last six games, recording at least three in each, and will next face Mallorca on Jan. 4.

DECEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Raphinha and Yamal score as Spanish leader Barcelona beats Villarreal

Raphinha and Lamine Yamal celebrate each other’s goals with a raised arm and hands linked as Barcelona wins 2-0 at 10-man Villarreal to stay four points clear of Real Madrid at the...

DECEMBER 21 • Associated Press

Bryan Gil - Available versus Atletico Madrid Gil (foot) is a bench option for Sunday's tilt against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Gil has been fit after dealing with a foot problem but won't start as he normally does because of his imperfect conditions. Girona are going with a more defensive look sans him, as Alejandro Frances is drawing a rare start.

DECEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Bryan Gil - Late call against Atletico Gil (foot) is a late call for Sunday's clash against Atletico, coach Michel Sanchez said in the press conference, according to the Diario de Girona.

Impact Gil is dealing with a foot knock that prevents him from training and kicking the ball and therefore making him a doubt for Sunday's clash against Atletico. The left winger will be a late fitness call for the game and if he had to miss the call, a change will be required in the starting XI, with Yaser Asprilla likely starting in the frontline to replace him.

DECEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Getafe stunned by second-tier Burgos in Copa del Rey, Athletic and Real Betis advance

Getafe has become the latest top-division club to be eliminated in the round of 32 of the Copa del Rey after losing 3-1 to second-tier team Burgos

DECEMBER 18 • Associated Press

Azzedine Ounahi - Called up with Morocco Ounahi has been called up by Morocco for the AFCON starting Dec. 21 and ending Jan. 18, according to Actu Foot Afrique.

Impact Ounahi was called by Morocco for the AFCON and will miss all the games until at least the clash against Osasuna on Jan. 11, although he could miss more games if Morocco perform well in the competition. The playmaker has been an undisputed starter for Girona since his arrival, therefore his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Thomas Lemar as a likely option to play in his spot while he is out.

DECEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Real Sociedad fires coach Sergio Francisco after third straight league loss

Real Sociedad has fired coach Sergio Francisco, two days after the club’s third straight loss in the Spanish league

DECEMBER 14 • Associated Press

Paulo Gazzaniga - Three saves in win Gazzaniga registered three saves and allowed one goal in Friday's 2-1 victory over Real Sociedad.

Impact Gazzaniga registered a minimum of three saves for a fifth straight game and is up to a total of 21 saves, compared to six goals against over that span. This also marked the fourth time in that stretch where he limited opponents to no more than one goal. Up next for Girona is a meeting with Atletico Madrid on Sunday.

DECEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Viktor Tsygankov - Nets two in win Tsygankov scored two goals to go with three shots (three on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Friday's 2-1 victory against Real Sociedad.

Impact Tsygankov came up with his first multi-goal game of the season, as he pushed his goal total to three over a total of 10 appearances. He also set season highs with his three shots and three shots on target in the match, while this marked his sixth straight game with at least one shot on target. Additionally, he tied his season high for a third time with three chances created in the match.

DECEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Azzedine Ounahi - Provides assist in victory Ounahi assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Friday's 2-1 victory over Real Sociedad. In addition, he was given...

Impact Ounahi delivered a cross to Viktor Tsygankov, who buried a shot from the center of the box to tie the score at 1-1 in the 76th minute of action. This marked the second consecutive appearance with a goal contribution for Ounahi, who is now up to three goals and one assist on the campaign. Additionally, this was his second consecutive and fifth appearance of the season with at least two chances created.

DECEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Moreno - Dishes assist in win Moreno assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 2-1 victory over Real Sociedad.

Impact Moreno registered his first assist of the season, as he set up Viktor Tsygankov for a shot from the center of the box to give their side a 2-1 advantage in the 84th minute. Moreno also recorded an accurate cross for the first time in six appearances. On the other hand, this was the first time in three games that he failed to record a tackle won.

DECEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Tsygankov scores twice to give Girona vital 2-1 win at Real Sociedad in Spanish league

A late double from Viktor Tsygankov has given Girona a 2-1 win at Real Sociedad in the Spanish league

DECEMBER 12 • Associated Press

Eric Garcia plans to spend 'whole life' at Barcelona after finally achieving 'dream' at third time of asking as defender signs long-term contract at Camp Nou

Eric Garcia has committed his long-term future to Barcelona, signing a new deal that keeps him at Camp Nou until 2031. The defender, who has...

DECEMBER 11 • goal

Eric Garcia plans to spend 'whole life' at Barcelona after finally achieving 'dream' at third time of asking as defender signs long-term contract at Camp Nou

Girona coach says goalkeeper Livakovic won't play for the team again

Girona coach Míchel has criticized Croatia goalkeeper Dominik Livakovic for not prioritizing the club and said he will not play for the team again

DECEMBER 11 • Associated Press

Real Madrid's trip to Alaves has become a crunch game for beleaguered coach Xabi Alonso

Two wins in eight matches

DECEMBER 11 • Associated Press

Next Real Madrid manager: Jurgen Klopp, Zinedine Zidane and the seven candidates to replace doomed Xabi Alonso after Man City humbling

Everything was looking rosy for Xabi Alonso after a thumping 4-0 home win over Valencia on November 1, which was Real Madrid's 13th victory...

DECEMBER 11 • goal

Next Real Madrid manager: Jurgen Klopp, Zinedine Zidane and the seven candidates to replace doomed Xabi Alonso after Man City humbling

Azzedine Ounahi - Back from suspension Ounahi is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Ounahi has served his suspension due to yellow cards accumulation in La Liga and is set to return in the next contest. The midfielder is an undisputed starter in the heart of the game for the Catalans and will without a doubt claim back that role in Friday's clash against Real Sociedad.

DECEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Nine-man Real Madrid loses at home for the 1st time this season

Real Madrid has had two players sent off in a 2-0 home defeat to Celta Vigo as it lost more ground to Spanish league leader Barcelona

DECEMBER 7 • Associated Press

Daley Blind - Starting on Sunday Blind (back) is in the XI to face Elche on Sunday.

Impact Blind will reclaim his usual role right after away after being sidelined for two matches. He has notched eight tackles (four won), 26 clearances and four interceptions in his last five displays, contributing to one clean sheet.

DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Thomas Lemar - Option against Elche Lemar (foot) is back available for Sunday's clash against Elche, the club posted.

Impact Lemar missed the last two games due to a foot injury that he has fully recovered from since he trained with the team this week and is back available for Sunday's clash against the Franjiverdes. The Frenchman has been injury prone since his prime several years ago and will therefore be eased back into the mix before likely competiting for a larger role in Girona.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Daley Blind - Available against Elche Blind (back) is back available for Sunday's clash against Elche, the club posted.

Impact Blind missed the last two games due to a back injury that he has fully recovered from since he trained with the team this week and is back available for Sunday's clash against the Franjiverdes. The veteran has been an undisputed starter in the backline for the Catalans and is expected to claim back his role on Sunday to pair with Vitor Reis in central defense.

DECEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Abel Ruiz - Ruled out four weeks Ruiz is expected to miss approximately four weeks of action as he deals with a quadriceps tear in the right leg, the club reported Thursday.

Impact Ruiz made just three short appearances in league play since recovering from a previous issue, and he's now ineligible at least until January after getting hurt in a Copa del Rey match. With Cristhian Stuani (calf) also sidelined, Vladyslav Vanat will most likely lead the front line in the near future.

DECEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Abel Ruiz - Suffers muscle injury Ruiz (thigh) suffered a new important muscle injury in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat against Ourense in the Copa del Rey, according to Marca.

Impact Ruiz provided one assist before suffering an important muscle injury to his thigh on a defensive return in Wednesday's defeat against Ourense in the Copa del Rey. The striker recently returned from an injury and was in the starting squad of Girona for the first time this season. Ruiz could barely walk off the pitch in tears, suggesting he is set for a long spell on the sidelines. That said, Vladyslav Vanat has been the undisputed starter in front and therefore his absence doesn't impact the starting XI.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappé's Challenge: Surpass Cristiano Ronaldo's Best Scoring Year in LaLiga The exceptional form of Kylian Mbappé remains the defining factor for a Real Madrid side that has lost momentum in recent weeks. The draw ag...

DECEMBER 2 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Paulo Gazzaniga - Four saves in draw Gazzaniga registered four saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Real Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 42nd minute.

Impact Gazzaniga recorded a minimum of four saves for a third straight game and is up to 15 saves, compared to two goals against over that span. Up next for Girona in league play is a meeting with Elche on Sunday.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

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Raphinha and Yamal score as Spanish leader Barcelona beats Villarreal

Getafe stunned by second-tier Burgos in Copa del Rey, Athletic and Real Betis advance

Real Sociedad fires coach Sergio Francisco after third straight league loss

Tsygankov scores twice to give Girona vital 2-1 win at Real Sociedad in Spanish league

Eric Garcia plans to spend 'whole life' at Barcelona after finally achieving 'dream' at third time of asking as defender signs long-term contract at Camp Nou

Girona coach says goalkeeper Livakovic won't play for the team again

Real Madrid's trip to Alaves has become a crunch game for beleaguered coach Xabi Alonso

Next Real Madrid manager: Jurgen Klopp, Zinedine Zidane and the seven candidates to replace doomed Xabi Alonso after Man City humbling

Nine-man Real Madrid loses at home for the 1st time this season