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MARCH 24, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Barcelona pair Casadó and Martínez out of Spain's Nations League squad due to injuries

Midfielder Marc Casadó and central defender Iñigo Martínez are out of Spain’s Nations League quarterfinal because of right knee injuries

MARCH 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Suffers knee injury Martinez (knee) provided one assist and registered four tackles but also suffered an injury in Sunday's game against Atletico and will miss two to three weeks, the club announced.

Impact Martinez had a solid outing on Sunday, providing one assist and a season-high four tackles against Atletico. He will miss two to three weeks to recover, which will force a change in the starting lineup since he is an undisputed starter when fit. Ronald Araujo will likely take on a bigger role in central defense for the upcoming games.

MARCH 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spain calls up Real Madrid defender Raúl Asencio

Spain has called up Real Madrid defender Raúl Asencio for the first time ahead of the Nations League quarterfinals against the Netherlands

MARCH 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Signs new contract Martinez has signed a new contract with Barcelona until the end of the 2025/26 season, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Martinez has been a regular at the back for Barcelona when healthy, and the defender has impressed the coaching staff enough to sign a contract extension. He's expected to remain one of the primary options at the back for Barca in their quest to win both LaLiga and the UEFA Champions League.

MARCH 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in return Martinez assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 4-1 win over Sevilla.

Impact Martinez was back in the starting XI Sunday after missing six weeks with a hamstring injury. He made his impact felt early in the match as he set up Robert Lewandowski's opening goal in the 7th minute, marking just his second La Liga goal contribution of the season. He played well on the defensive end too as he intercepted one pass, made four clearances and blocked one shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

FEBRUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Martinez (hamstring) is an option for Sunday's match against Alaves, according to manager Hansi Flick.

Impact Martinez is back in the fold for Sanday, having been cleared to rejoin the team sheet. This comes after four games out. He will look to see the start immediately, as he is a regular starter, starting in all but one of his 28 appearances this campaign.

FEBRUARY 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could return this weekend Martinez (hamstring) participated in training Friday and could have an outside shot of making the squad for Sunday's game against Alaves, Javier Miguel of Diario AS reports.

Impact Martinez has recovered quicker than expected from the injury, and he was part of the training session in both Thursday and Friday. Though it's uncertain if he'll suit up for Sunday's match, he's clearly trending in the right direction and will certainly return to action earlier than initially expected following the injury he sustained in mid-January.

JANUARY 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out four weeks Martinez (hamstring) underwent tests on Tuesday morning, which revealed a right hamstring tear. He is expected to be sidelined for approximately four weeks, according to the club.

Impact Martinez will be sidelined for about a month, a significant blow for the team given that he has started every match this season across all competitions, except for one in La Liga against Osasuna. His injury coincides with the return of Ronald Araujo, who is expected to fill in at center-back during Martinez's recovery.

JANUARY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up hamstring injury Martinez (hamstring) was forced off in the 28th minute of the Supercopa final against Real Madrid due to a right leg hamstring tear. He is expected to miss at least five weeks, acc...

Impact Martinez has missed only one match so far this season, and his injury will be a significant blow for the team. He is expected to miss several weeks, with his absence coinciding with the return of Ronald Araujo, who is likely to take his place in defense for upcoming fixtures.

JANUARY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener Wednesday Martinez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 5-2 win over Red Star Belgrade.

Impact Martinez scored his second goal of the season Wednesday as he opened up the scoring with a header in the 13th minute assisted by Raphinha. It was the only shot he took in the match. He also won one tackle, made three clearances and blocked one shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Martinez assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-0 win versus Real Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 75th minut...

Impact Martinez recorded his first assist since Oct 1 and his first in La Liga. He's also started all 3 games played in all competitions, recording a goal and two assists with 40 clearances, giving him an average of about 3.2 per contest.

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in win Martinez scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and two chances created in Tuesday's 5-0 win versus BSC Young Boys.

Impact Martinez had his most productive offensive display as a member of Barcelona, as he scored and assisted in their win. Both his goal and his assist mark his first as a member of the club. After playing a rotational role the previous season, he's now started nine out of 10 games under Hansi Flick.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Rotational role in club debut Martinez appeared in 20 games (13 starts), registering 10 tackles, 11 interceptions and 50 clearances.

Impact Martinez had a limited role in his first season with the Catalonian club, mainly serving in a rotational role after starting about half of his appearances. He is likely to be stuck in this spot, as he is more of a backup player for the club, and with multiple youth defenders finding their feet at the club, he will probably see limited time next season as well.

MAY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back from league suspension Martinez completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Real Madrid on Sunday.

Impact Martinez will be available to feature in Barcelona's two biggest games of the season, the return leg vs. PSG on Tuesday and El Clasico vs. Real Madrid over the weekend. The defender didn't come off the bench against PSG in the first leg of the tie on Tuesday, and it remains to be seen if he'll be called upon duty over this aforementioned two-game stretch. Either way, the lack of consistency in terms of his role hurts his fantasy upside in most formats.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back from league suspension Martinez completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Real Madrid on Sunday.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up yellow-card suspension Martinez picked up his fifth yellow card of the season against Las Palmas on Saturday and will be suspended to face Cadiz on April 13.

Impact The central defender will miss the upcoming league matchup against Cadiz, but he will be available to face PSG in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals. Martinez, who has been in and out of the starting lineup in recent weeks, will be able to return in league play when Barcelona takes on Real Madrid on April 21.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad to face Alaves Martinez (hamstring) is in the squad to face Alaves on Saturday.

Impact Martinez recovered quicker than initially expected, and his presence at the back should provide a massive boost for Los Blaugranas' defensive line. It remains to be seen if he'll be handed a start right away, but that's not out of the question given Barcelona's recent defensive problems.

FEBRUARY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Betis Martinez (hamstring) is not an option against Betis on Sunday, having been left out of the squad list ahead of the contest.

Impact Martinez is still not ready to go for league play, having been left on the sidelines for Sunday's contest despite being in the team sheet for the club's Spanish Super Cup semifinals match against Osasuna on Jan. 11. His absence alongside Andreas Christensen (undisclosed) will leave the middle of the defense lacking depth, with Jules Kounde most likely moving to the center of the defense to play alongside Ronald Araujo. Martinez will hope to have a good week of recovery and return for the club's contest against Villarreal next Sunday.

JANUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Links with team in Saudi Arabia Martinez (hamstring) is on the team sheet for Thursday's Super Cup semifinals matchup versus Osasuna.

Impact Martinez will likely see a start off the bench after missing the last five matches with a hamstring injury. Once fully fit, the defender will continue to compete with Andres Christensen for a spot in the starting XI, with Ronaldo Araujo and Jules Kounde also option to start in the back line for Barcelona as well.

JANUARY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up another injury Martinez has been diagnosed with a left hamstring injury and has no timetable for his return, the club announced Monday.

Impact Martinez was expected to return to action against Las Palmas on Jan. 4. However, injuries are preventing him from getting any consistent minutes, and now Martinez faces another undetermined spell on the sidelines. The center-back hasn't played since Nov. 28, and given the nature of hamstring problems, as well as the frequency of Martinez's own injury history, he should spend at least a few weeks away from the team. This means Jules Kounde and Ronald Araujo should remain the center-back duo for Los Blaugranas.

JANUARY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Progressing well in rehab Martinez is progressing well in his rehab and there's a chance he could be ready to face Las Palmas on Jan. 4 before the Spanish Super Cup, Javier Miguel of Diario AS reports.

Impact Martinez has missed each of Barcelona's last four games, but with roughly two weeks to recover until the match against Las Palmas, he seems to be trending in the right direction. Barcelona's goal has always been to have him fit for the Super Cup, but if he can return earlier than expected, that should deliver quite a boost to the defensive line.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Wednesday Martinez (hamstring) has not recovered in time to face Almeria on Wednesday.

Impact Martinez will be shelved for his fourth straight match due to his lingering hamstring problem. The club has yet to provide a clear return timeline, so fantasy players should probably consider him a doubt to face Las Palmas on Jan. 4 even with the extra time to recover.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hamstring injury Martinez is dealing with a hamstring injury and his timetable to return is uncertain, Sergi de Juan of Diario AS reports.

Impact Martinez picked up the injury during warmups before Sunday's game against Atletico Madrid, and further tests revealed the injury. Hamstring injuries are tricky, but Martinez should be out a few weeks at a minimum, and there's a strong chance he won't return to action until next year.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots Martinez recorded three shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Martinez took three shots in this one after having only one attempt at goal coming into this match. He also made three interceptions to go with four clearances and two blocks in a solid performance at both ends and he has started six of Barca's last seven games.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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