IZA NEWS

Attempts five crosses Iza recorded five crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Barcelona.

Impact Iza whipped in five crosses (one accurate), but he was unable to find a forward to finish at the other end of his crosses as Cadiz fell Saturday to Barcelona by a score of 0-1. Iza has made 29 appearances (27 starts) this campaign and has managed at least one attempted cross in all but five of those appearances. He has been credited with 16 chances created, thus far, matching his total from the previous campaign, and his career best in a season with Cadiz, dating back to the 2020-2021 campaign.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Iza (wrist) is in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against Celta Vigo.

Impact Iza departed Wednesday's match with a wrist injury, but the injury wasn't severe, and he's back in the lineup for this contest. A threat on both sides of the ball, the defender international is averaging about 2.4 crosses, 2.7 tackles and 2.4 clearances a match from his right-back role.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Injures wrist Iza recorded three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 2-0 loss to Villarreal. He was subbed off due to a wrist injury in the 64th minute.

Impact Iza had to be taken off during Wednesday's match with a wrist injury. He's started in every game played in since November, but had sit out a few times due to injury. The defender is averaging about 2.4 crosses, 2.7 tackles and 2.4 clearances a match from right back. If he needs to sit out against Celta Vigo, then either Raul Parra or Mamadou Mbaye could get the start.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full match Iza recorded 12 crosses (six accurate) and seven corners in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat against Osasuna.

Impact Iza recorded the most crosses in the game. He made seven key passes and created one big chance. He also made three clearances, two interceptions and one tackle. He has averaged three tackles and 2.7 clearances per game and kept six clean sheets this season,

APRIL 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In starting XI Iza (undisclosed) was named to the starting XI against Espanyol on Friday.

Impact Iza returns after having missed three of the club's last four contests. With the right-back cleared to play, Paul Parra figures to be returned to his spot on the bench and Iza should feature prominently in the starting XI moving forward.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Making trip Friday Iza (undisclosed) will be in the 23-man squad against Espanyol on Friday.

Impact Iza missed three of the club's last four contests due to his undisclosed injury. When fit, the right-back has started 17 of his 19 appearances this year and will likely replace Raul Parra on the back line once given the all-clear. In his last five contests, Iza registered one assist, 14 crosses (four accurate) and two corners.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not called up for Saturday Iza (undisclosed) is not on the team sheet for Saturday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact Iza did not get the call for Saturday's match for an undisclosed reason. He had just returned from a two-game suspension after being issued a red card on March 10. Raul Parra will likely replace him in the lineup again, who started twice in Iza's absence.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists and is sent off Iza picked up a red card and was sent off in the 106th minute of Friday's 2-2 draw against Getafe. He assisted once to go with six clearances and three crosses (one accurate) befor...

Impact Iza got a rare assist Friday, giving him now just his third in La Liga in his career. He is mainly known for his tackles, averaging three (2.2 won) a match with 55 on the season. He was also shown his third red card for the campaign and will service a one-match suspension, but more can be given. It is the most red cards the defender has been shown in his career.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Iza completed his one-match suspension during Saturday's 3-2 win over Atletico Madrid.

Impact Iza had started twice in three matches before his dismissal and has already received two red cards in five appearances. Luis Hernandez has now proven himself an option at right-back if Iza can't be disciplined enough to stay on the pitch.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Rayo Iza was dismissed after a VAR check in the 42nd minute of Saturday's match against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Iza will miss at least Saturday's match against Atletico Madrid following his dismissal. It was bad timing to give away a penalty as two goals were scored in quick succession for the hosts to take the lead. While Iza is out, Fali Jimenez could start at right-back as Joseba Zaluda is out for most of the season with a torn ACL.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes one tackle as sub Iza sent in one inaccurate cross and made one tackle (won) in 37 minutes during Wednesday's 0-0 draw to Betis.

Impact Iza subbed on in the second half for the injured Joseba Zaldua and could not do much to help them earn the win at home. The right-back suffered an undisclosed injury in their prior game, but recovered in time to be in the squad. He will now look for more playing time from now on, as he has three starts in four appearances so far.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Betis Iza (undisclosed) is in Cadiz's match day squad for Wednesday's clash against Real Betis.

Impact Iza picked up a knock in Saturday's draw with Girona but he has recovered enough to be included on the bench for Wednesday's game. Joseba Zaldua gets the start at right-back versus Betis.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with teammates Iza participated in Monday's training session ahead of Wednesday's match against Real Betis, according to Portal Cadista.

Impact Iza departed after 60 minutes of Saturday's match against Girona due to a suspected injury but it appears he's likely to be available in the upcoming midweek matchup. Were he to miss out, Joseba Zaldua would take Iza's place at left-back after subbing in during Saturday's contest.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Girona Iza was subbed out of Saturday's draw against Girona in the 60th minute after suffering an injury.

Impact Iza has started three of Cadiz's last four games at right-back since recovering from a muscular injury in September, but he will be questionable for Wednesday's clash against Betis after getting injured on Saturday. Joseba Zaldua would get the start if Iza isn't able to go.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in draw Iza had four interceptions and three tackles (one won) and was shown a red card in Saturday's 0-0 tie to Villarreal.

Impact Iza had a season high of interceptions, however was giving a straight red car for pulling the jersey of Arnaut Danjuma. It is his first career straight red card and will miss next the match against Espanyol on Oct 9. The Spaniard has started the last two games since coming back from injury (muscular) and has so far recorded four interceptions, eight tackles (four won) and four clearances.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out for opener Iza (muscular) will miss Sunday's match against Cadiz, according to manager Sergio Gonzalez via Diario de Cadiz.

Impact Iza remains out due to muscular problems and won't be able to play in the opener. As a result, Joseba Zaldua should be in line to feature at right-back against his former club.

AUGUST 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not fully fit Iza has been limited in preseason due to injury, according to manager Sergio Gonzalez via Portal Cadista.

Impact Iza has been set back in his preparation due to a knock or two and it could limit his ability to play in the Aug. 14 opener against Real Sociedad. He started in 17 of his 25 appearances last season but the arrival of Joseba Zaldua is likely to limit his minutes.

AUGUST 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in win Iza provided one assist from one chance created on six crosses (one accurate) and kept a clean sheet with three tackles made (two won) during Sunday's 1-0 win over Deportivo Alaves...

Impact Iza helped Choco Lozano save the season with a goal that secures their participation in La Liga next year. With just one start after February, Iza was hurt and lost his starting spot but finishes the campaign on a better note. He made 17 starts in 25 appearances following Sunday's game.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Four interceptions against Mallorca Iza made four interceptions in a 2-1 defeat to Mallorca on Saturday.

Impact Iza had a decent outing for the losing side. The 28-year-old made four interceptions. Other than that, Iza also made a solitary clearance.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes one tackle as sub Iza made one tackle (won) in 28 minutes during Monday's 1-0 loss to Sevilla.

Impact Iza subbed on in the 62nd minute, but couldn't help them push for a late equalizer -- as they dropped all three points at home. The right-back started 13 games in the season, and will now look for more playing time when they visit Osasuna on Sunday.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will start versus Getafe Iza (undisclosed) is getting the nod in Sunday's match against Getafe.

Impact Iza subbed off in the last game before the break, but he has been able to recuperate in the past two weeks and will retain his starting job. He has posted 26 tackles, 24 clearances and 17 interceptions in 13 matches, with one clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Athletic Iza was subbed out of Friday's victory against Athletic Bilbao in the 71st minute after suffering an injury. He made two blocks, an interception and won one of one tackles in the m...

Impact Iza limped off the pitch on Friday, but he will have an extended period to recover with the international break upcoming before Cadiz's next game on Nov. 21. Akapo would likely fill in for him at right back if he is indeed out for an extended period.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Busy vs. Espanyol Iza created one chance and made two clearances during Monday's 2-0 loss to Espanyol.

Impact Iza was busy on both sides of the ball, but lacked the defensive volume he needs for fantasy value. The defender has been in the starting XI six times this season, and appears to have a regularly stable spot at right-back. He has a favorable match with Alaves coming up Saturday.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Solid performance in return Iza sent one cross (none accurate), made five tackles (four won) and intercepted four times in the 0-0 draw with Valencia on Saturday.

Impact Iza returned to the starting XI after he sat out last week with an undisclosed injury. The defender surely did not disappoint either. He put together the best defensive performance from Cadiz and he also won the Man of the Match because of it. If his last two appearances give any inclination of what to expect moving forward, look for Iza to be in top form.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off with knock Iza (undisclosed) came off with a knock during Thursday's goalless draw with Barcelona.

Impact Iza did well in his time on the pitch, adding four tackles and three interceptions before a heavy tackle sent him off. The injury didn't appear severe, but it's still worth keeping an eye on Iza before Sunday's trip to Rayo.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE