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Makes five clearances in defeat Vasquez had five clearances, two tackles (one won), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 defeat against England. In addition, he was given a yellow card...

Impact Vasquez continued to get involved in defensive work, but his contributions were not enough for his country to avoid elimination from the competition. Over his four starts, he tallied 19 clearances, three tackles and two interceptions, helping Mexico to three clean sheets before their unbeaten streak ended in the round of 16. The Genoa captain will look to make the most of his international experience and remain a reliable defender as he prepares for the 2026/27 season.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Great display against Ecuador Vasquez registered one shot (zero on goal) and nine clearances in Tuesday's 2-0 victory versus Ecuador.

Impact Vasquez made key contributions that kept the opponents' threat away as Mexico kept yet another clean sheet in the World Cup round of 32. It was his third 90-minute performance in as many matches played in the international competition, and he raised his average to 4.7 clearances per game. Other than that, he remains valuable for passes and duels won, and could occasionally step into the opposing box on attacking set pieces.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Another solid performance Vasquez registered two clearances in Thursday's 1-0 win against South Korea.

Impact Vasquez continued to rack up several passes and defensive stats, helping his national team to obtain a second straight clean sheet and stay unbeaten in the World Cup group stage. He has been highly reliable even though the opposition's little threat has limited his defensive volume so far. Vasquez remains a safe center-back option given his status as one of the team's leaders, along with his one-on-one strength. He should now face an aerial challenge against a physically imposing Czechia side. However, with Mexico securing the group lead early, there will be some risk of rotation in that game.

JUNE 18 • ROTOWIRE

Effortless clean sheet in win Vasquez generated one tackle (zero won), three clearances and one interception in Thursday's 2-0 win versus South Africa.

Impact Vasquez was one of Mexico's four players who racked up multiple clearances, tying for the team high with three, but he failed to make an impact in the opposing box this time after scoring in his last three games considering club and country action. He should remain the team's most reliable defender for the rest of the competition, as he's a near-guaranteed starter capable of producing in both ground and aerial play. Still, he'll see his clean sheet chances reduced in the upcoming contests versus South Korea and Czechia.

JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE

Defensive mainstay for Mexico Vasquez will represent Mexico at the World Cup and should operate as a key figure in the back line throughout the tournament.

Impact Vasquez should be active as the leader of his country's defense, featuring as part of a center-back pairing alongside Cesar Montes. After making 109 Serie A appearances (102 starts) over the last three years, Vasquez has become an essential player for both Genoa and the Mexican national team, standing out for his consistency and his ability to succeed in both ground and aerial duels. He was a reliable contributor in the 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup, during which he helped Mexico to achieve three clean sheets in five games while providing an assist and averaging 4.4 clearances, 1.8 tackles and 1.4 interceptions per contest.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Registers first goal of season Vasquez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 defeat to AC Milan.

Impact Vasquez pulled one back for Genoa in Sunday's 1-2 defeat to AC Milan, arriving inside the box in the second half after a cross was flicked on during a scramble before redirecting the ball into the net from close range to reduce the deficit and set up a tense finish in which his side pushed hard for an equalizer that Mike Maignan ultimately denied. Vasquez has now scored one Serie A goal while recording 59 tackles and 45 interceptions across 36 appearances this season.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 17 • Associated Press

Good display in Atalanta bout Vasquez won one of three tackels and had five clearances, two blocks and one interception in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Atalanta.

Impact Vasquez led a staunch defensive effort in a difficult match-up and put up numbers across the board in the back. He has tallied at least one clearance in the last nine rounds, totaling 17, and one or more tackles in the past seven, racking up 19 (12 won), with two clean sheets during that stretch. Additionally, this marked his third performance in a row with multiple clearances (14 total).

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles versus Juventus Vasquez registered one cross (zero accurate), there interceptions and two clearances and won three of five tackles in Monday's 2-0 defeat against Juventus.

Impact Vasquez had a solid output while trying to plug several holes in the back throughout the game, setting a new season high in tackles. He has logged at least one interception in five contests on the trot, accumulating 13 and contributing to one clean sheet over that span. Furthermore, this marked his third game in a row with one or more crosses, for a total of eight (zero accurate), and tackles. He's averaging 4.4 clearances per match.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Sound performance versus Inter Vasquez recorded three tackles (two won), one clearance and four interceptions in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Inter Milan.

Impact Vasquez had his hands full in the back because of the caliber of the opponents and responded well for the most part, even though his side allowed two goals. He maintained his season-long streak of tilts with at least one clearance and is averaging 4.5 per match. He has contributed to two clean sheets in the last five rounds, posting nine tackles (six won), nine interceptions and five blocks in that span.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Active on both ends versus Torino Vasquez had two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and six clearances in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Torino.

Impact Vasquez was reliable as usual in the back and had some room to attack with Torino in ten men, posting a new season high in crosses. He has logged multiple clearances in nine games in a row, piling up 44 and adding 11 interceptions and 11 blocks, with four clean sheets in that stretch. Instead, his streak of performances with at least one tackle stopped at six.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up strong numbers versus Cremonese Vasquez created two scoring chances and had two crosses (one accurate), 12 clearances and two blocks in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Cremonese.

Impact Vasquez led the defensive effort and also contributed offensively, posting a new season high both in clearances and crosses. He has registered one or more tackles in the last six matches, amassing 12 (eight won) and helping secure three clean sheets in that span. Additionally, He has posted at least one interception in three consecutive showings, racking up five, and maintained his season-long streak of games with at least one clearance and is averaging 4.68 per contest.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in interceptions Vasquez took one shot (on goal), crossed once inaccurately, created two chances, blocked a shot and made three interceptions during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Pisa.

Impact Vasquez was active on both sides of the ball finishing with the second most chances created and clearances on the team while leading Genoa in blocks and interceptions during the draw. The defender has yet to have a goal involvement this season and has combined for six tackles, five interceptions and 13 clearances over his last three starts.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots against Cagliari Vasquez had three shots (one on goal), five clearances and three tackles (two won) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Cagliari.

Impact Vasquez led his team in attempts, matching his season high, but couldn't find the target, and was busy as usual in a forgettable day for the Genoa defense. He didn't register an interception after totaling eight in the previous three matches. He has logged three or more clearances in every appearance, piling up 57 in 12 rounds and contributing to two clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sturdy in Parma contest Vasquez recorded three shots (zero on goal), one interception and five clearances in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Parma.

Impact Vasquez was dependable in the back as usual and was also a menace on set pieces in the opposing box, setting a new season high in shots. He has posted three or more clearnaces in the first seven matches, totaling 32, adding five interceptions and five blocks and contribtuing to two clean sheets. He didn't record a tackle after doing so in six straight contests.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in blocks, clearances Vasquez took one shot (on goal), blocked a shot and made five clearances during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Bologna.

Impact Vasquez was a part of the Genoa back line that allowed two goals during Saturday's loss, leading his side in blocks and clearances. The defender has combined for four shots, five tackles, 11 clearances and two blocks over his last three starts while playing every minute of every match so far this season.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs six clearances against Lecce Vasquez had one tackle (zero won), one block and six clearances in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Lecce.

Impact Vasquez put up decent stats even in a rather uneventful match. He'll again be the leader of the Genoa defense this season, partnering with either Alessandro Marcandalli, Leo Ostigard or Sebastian Otoa (thigh). He helped keep nine clean sheets in 36 games in 2024/2025, scoring three goals.

AUGUST 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit out Bologna fixture Vasquez (ankle) will be absent for Saturday's game versus Bologna, Primo Canale reported.

Impact Vasquez has avoided a serious injury but hasn't been able to train since leaving the Atalanta clash early and will end the season on the mend. He's been called up for Mexico for the upcoming international matches, so he might heal up quickly. He was once again a defensive stalwart this year, totaling 56 tackles, 50 interceptions, 145 clearances and 31 blocks in 36 games, contributing to nine clean sheets and scoring three goals. Two among Koni De Winter, Mattia Bani and Sebastian Otoa will start in the middle of the defense against Bologna.

MAY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Exits early against Atalanta Vasquez had one shot (zero on target) and one interception in 35 minutes before subbing off in Saturday's match versus Atalanta due to a lower leg contusion, Genoa announced.

Impact Vasquez twisted his ankle pretty severely in a collision with an opponent and bowed out after walking around gingerly for a couple of minutes. Koni De Winter, who initially got a breather, replaced him off the bench, joining Mattia Bani in the back.

MAY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets versus Napoli Vasquez scored one goal to go with five interceptions, three blocks and two clearances in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Napoli.

Impact Vasquez had a busy display trying to contain the Napoli attackers and leveled the game with a great header after venturing forward in the final minutes of the game. It's his third in the season. He has recorded at least one tackle in the last four matches, totaling 10 (four won) and adding eight interceptions, 10 clearances and five blocks, with no clean sheets.

MAY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively in win Vasquez had two off-target shots and made four tackles (two won) and five clearances during Friday's 1-0 win over Udinese.

Impact Vasquez wasn't as spectacular as he was on previous games but still posted one of his team's best stat lines to help his team holding the opposition scoreless one more time. With 14 tackles, 42 clearances and nine interceptions over his last six starts, the center-back remains a very intriguing fantasy pick ahead of the final stretch of the season.

APRIL 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Posts nine clearances versus Cagliari Vasquez won one of two tackles and had one interception, nine clearances and one block in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Cagliari.

Impact Vasquez held up under pressure for the most part and piled up stats in the process, as he frequently does. He has recorded 10 tackles (four won), nine interceptions, four clerances, and 31 clearances in the last five contests, helping blank the opponents once.

MARCH 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer against Empoli Vasquez scored a goal off two shots (one on target) and made 12 clearances, three interceptions and one block during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Empoli.

Impact Vasquez had a superb defensive performance, putting up double-digit clearances for the first time this season. However, his biggest contribution came on the attacking end as fired a one-timed shot off a corner kick to draw things level at 1-1. This was the second goal over the last six starts for the center-back, who's ranked among the top 10 Serie A players in both interceptions and blocks and is also part of the top 20 in clearances.

MARCH 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots from defense Vasquez had three shots (zero on goal) in Monday's 2-0 win over Venezia.

Impact Vazquez saw a solid match from the center of the defense in Genoa's win Monday. He would begin with three shots in the attack, tying his season-high for shots in a match this season. He also registered one clearance, an interception and four tackles in the defense along with a clean sheet. He is a regular starter, starting in 22 of his 24 appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sturdy against Torino Vasquez won one of three tackles and had two interceptions, four clearances and two blocks in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Torino.

Impact Vasquez had a strong and complete defensive performance, but his side didn't manage to secure the clean sheet in this one. He has recorded five tackles (three won), six interceptions, 16 clearances and five blocks in the last five matches, scoring once and helping blank the opponents twice.

FEBRUARY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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