IAGO ASPAS NEWS

Scores in draw Saturday Aspas scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Mallorca.

Impact Aspas needed just 10 minutes to leave a mark in this game, as the speedy forward took advantage of a perfect delivery from Jorgen Strand Larsen to find the back of the net with a beautiful touch from the penalty spot. Aspas has three goals and four assists in league play this season, but two of those goals have come in his last two matches.

JANUARY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts 2024 with goal Aspas scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Wednesday's 2-1 victory over Betis.

Impact After a rough first half of the campaign with just one goal in 17 matches, Aspas found the back of the net in his first game of 2024 as he scored a penalty in the 16th minute. He finished the match with four shots (one on target), three chances created, five crosses (two accurate) and six corners. He has consistently produced shots, chances created and crosses all season, so if the goals can continue to come he could once again be a high-end fantasy option.

JANUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return from ban Aspas has completed his one-game suspension and will be eligible to face Real Betis on Jan. 3.

Impact Despite being sent off with a straight red against Granada on Dec. 16, the speedy winger was given just a one-game ban, meaning he should be eligible -- and quite likely in the starting lineup -- to face Real Betis once the league campaign resumes on Jan. 3. Aspas has four yellow cards to his name, too, so another yellow will result in another one-game suspension for him.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off late Aspas was shown a red card in the second half of Saturday's match against Granada.

Impact Aspas was shown a straight red card in the 80th minute, forcing Celta to finish the match with ten men. The forward will be suspended mid week action at Villarreal.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers most crosses Aspas recorded four shots (one on goal), 13 crosses (one accurate) and 10 corners in Monday's 1-1 draw against Cadiz.

Impact Aspas had his contribution highlighted by registering the most crosses in the game, recognizing the effectiveness of this strategy against the defensive setup. In addition to his crossing prowess, he showcased creative playmaking with four chances created and exhibited individual skill by completing two successful dribbles. Despite a slow start to the season, he has hit a rhythm in recent games, notching three goal involvements in the last four matches. This resurgence suggests that he has found form and is making significant contributions to his team's offensive efforts.

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts three shots and 10 crosses Aspas generated three shots (one on goal), 10 crosses (two accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Valencia.

Impact Aspas was Celta's most dangerous player by a wide margin, but just like the rest of the team, he was unable to find the back of the net. Despite the fact he has scored just once this season, he has four assists and averages nearly 3.0 shots per game, so he still has a strong floor in most matches. He will have a favorable match at home against Cadiz next week.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in loss Aspas scored one goal and assisted once from six shots and one chance created in Friday's 4-3 loss versus Athletic. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 39th minute.

Impact Aspas notched his first goal of the season in the 25th minute, delivering a beautiful curled long-range shot that went off the post and into the net. Later, he picked up an assist with a through ball to Jorgen Strand Larsen. He nearly added a second goal in the 72nd minute, but his penalty was saved. Despite this, Aspas ended his goal-scoring drought with a solid effort, taking six shots in the match, three of which were on goal.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists one goal Aspas registered one assist from four chances created and attempted two crosses (both accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Sevilla.

Impact Aspas picked up his third assist of the season and could have scored his first goal, heading wide when presented with a golden opportunity to put his team 2-0 up. He has created more chances (40) than any other player in La Liga this season.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Iago Aspas: Celta Vigo's saviour has suddenly stopped scoring Iago Aspas will perhaps always be Celta's saviour, but his current poor goalscoring form is a real cause for concern

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Struggles again Thursday Aspas recorded one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Thursday's 1-1 draw versus Deportivo Alaves. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 52...

Impact Aspas recorded just one off-target shot Thursday, his fewest in a match this season. He has now gone seven consecutive matches this season without a goal, and 18 total including last season. He will look to break the long drought Monday at Las Palmas, a side which has conceded just six goals in seven league matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in loss Aspas assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Barcelona.

Impact Aspas recorded his second assist of the season Saturday as he set up Tasos Douvikas' goal in the 76th minute to take the 2-0 lead. He created two chances for the sixth consecutive game and has 23 so far this season. He has yet to bag a goal this season despite taking 18 shots, but the veteran forward has scored at least 12 league goals in eight consecutive seasons so the goals are sure to come eventually.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers most crosses Aspas generated two shots (zero on goal), 12 crosses (four accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Mallorca.

Impact Aspas had a fantastic game as he created six chances which included four big chances. He got no response from his team and they failed to score. He also saved his team from conceding a goal as he made a crucial clearance off the line. He only has one assist and no goals in 5 games this season despite averaging three shots per game and creating four chances (one big chance) per game

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists, active as playmaker Aspas assisted once to go with four shots (one on goal), seven crosses (four accurate) and five corners in Friday's 3-2 victory versus Almeria.

Impact Aspas set up Celta's first goal with a perfect free kick that was nodded home by Unai Nunez. The veteran striker is due a goal at some point, given how active he's been, and the same could've been said about him registering an assist. Through four appearances, Aspas has already racked up 13 shots, 15 chances created and 21 crosses and 15 crosses. That's a high-enough floor to start him on a regular basis.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in ten crosses in draw Aspas registered two shots (one on goal), 10 crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Real Sociedad. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 51s...

Impact Aspas was held scoreless for the second consecutive week, but he was once again heavily involved offensively, leading the team with ten delivered crosses. The striker also created six chances, though he only took two shots compared to five in the previous fixture. He'll be aiming to score his first goal of the season in the upcoming fixture against Real Madrid.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to score in defeat Aspas generated five shots (zero on goal) and one corner in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Osasuna.

Impact Aspas was held scoreless in the season opener, despite taking five shots in his 82 minutes of playing time. After a relatively underwhelming season for the striker, in which he scored the fewest goals in his Celta career, he'll be aiming to net his first goal of the season against Real Sociedad on Saturday.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Relatively low-scoring season Aspas tallied 12 goals and three assists in 37 La Liga appearances (31 starts), his lowest-scoring campaign since returning to Celta Vigo in 2015/16.

Impact Aspas' 12 goals this season was just good enough to rank joint-10th in La Liga, by no means a poor output, but the only time he's scored less across a single campaign for Celta was his rookie year in 2010/11 when he started just nine matches while the club was still in the Segunda Division. Nevertheless, the 35-year-old will remain the first name on the teamsheet up front for Vigo come the start of 2023/24 after the club narrowly avoided relegation.

JUNE 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Barcelona Aspas (back) is in Celta's match day squad for Sunday's season finale against Barcelona.

Impact Aspas has been dealing with a back injury over the last few weeks but he's fit enough to make the squad Sunday and could see some playing time off the bench as Celta still isn't quite safe from relegation yet.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be ready for finale Aspas (back) is expected to be an option for Sunday's match against Barcelona, according to manager Unai Nunez.

Impact Aspas had not been training with a back, but looks to of recovered and is expected to be an option for Sunday's finale. He will likely get the start at forward, but has been on a 10-game scoring drought, not having a goal since March 18.

JUNE 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team training Aspas (back) was back in team training with Celta Vigo on Thursday, Marca's Rafa Valero reports ahead of Sunday's season finale against Barcelona.

Impact Aspas has been limited by back injuries over the last few weeks, but he's in contention to start his first game since May 14 as Celta is just one point above the relegation zone heading into the final matchday.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from training Aspas (back) was not pictured in training during Wednesday's session.

Impact Aspas was absent from training Wednesday due to a back injury. The forward has only been available off the bench in a limited capacity in recent matches. With only one La Liga match left it's possible Aspas finishes the 2022/23 season on the sideline. The striker has made 36 appearances (31 starts) scoring 12 times and adding three assists.

MAY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Tuesday Aspas (back) has been called up by Celta Vigo for the midweek clash against Girona.

Impact Aspas missed Saturday's loss to Athletic Club with a back injury, but he should be back in the squad to face Girona on Tuesday. Gabriel Veiga slid up to replace him alongside Jorgen Strand Larsen in the front-two last weekend.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with back injury Aspas will miss this weekend's clash against Athletic Club due to a back injury, Celta Vigo announced Friday.

Impact Aspas hasn't scored in La Liga since March, and he's taken 15 shots (seven on target) across eight appearances since his last goal. He's set to miss out on Saturday's Bilbao match while recovering from this injury, with Jorgen Strand Larsen and Haris Seferovic (strain) likely to start in the front-two in his absence.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in loss Aspas created three chances and sent in seven crosses (two accurate) during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Valencia.

Impact Aspas created a lot for teammates here but didn't make the expected impact, failing to put up a single shot attempt for just the second time this season. With 12 goals over 34 league appearances, the forward is still Celta's top scorer this season but he's currently riding an eight-game scoreless streak.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet performance versus Getafe Aspas had one off-target shot, created two chances and drew two fouls during Wednesday's 1-0 loss against Getafe.

Impact Aspas was back to the starting XI after coming off the bench for the first time in more than five months and wasn't effective as it's expected from him. With his scoreless streak now at seven games, the attacker will try to bounce back during Sunday's home clash against Valencia.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE