JUAN CRUZ NEWS

Bench option Cruz (thigh) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Cruz is no longer injured and has recovered from his thigh injury, with the defender fit from the bench. He has started in six of his eight appearances this season, and will look to test his legs and likely return to a starting role in the defense next contest.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Cruz (thigh) is part of the squad list for Sunday's clash against Celta Vigo, the club posted.

Impact Cruz missed the last game due to a thigh injury that he fully recovered from since he is part of the squad list for Sunday's clash against Celta Vigo. The defender has been an undisputed starter for Osasuna this season and could return directly to a starting role against the Celeste.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury in training Cruz suffered a thigh injury during Wednesday's training session and didn't participate in Thursday's training, according to Uxue M. De Zuniga of Diario AS.

Impact Cruz picked up the injury during Wednesday's training session and didn't participate with the group Thursday, so he might not be fit enough to play against Atletico Madrid on Saturday. He's been a regular at the back playing as a center-back, and if he's out, then Jorge Herrando would be in line to take his place in the XI.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Back fit with Osasuna Cruz (tibia) was already back for Osasuna and featured in the second half of Wednesday's friendly against Real Sociedad, confirming he is back fit.

Impact Cruz couldn't finish Tuesday's training session after suffering a tibia traumatism, but it turned out to be only a minor issue as he returned on Wednesday and played the second half of the friendly against Real Sociedad. This is good news for the club, as he will be able to properly prepare for the new season and compete for the starting spot at left-back with Abel Bretones.

JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't end training session Cruz didn't finish Tuesday's training session due to a traumatism in his left tibia, the club announced.

Impact Cruz was forced to end Tuesday's training session early after suffering a trauma to his left tibia. The defender will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the injury and whether he will have to miss time. That said, if he does have to recover on the sidelines, Abel Bretones will likely step in at left-back until he returns to full fitness.

JULY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Earns yellow card Thursday Cruz registered one cross (zero accurate) and three tackles in Thursday's 3-0 defeat to Barcelona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 50th minute.

Impact Cruz had a decent match defensively despite his club allowing three goals, as he registered two interceptions, three tackles and six clearances in the defense. However, he has still held little value outside of his defense, with only two chances created, three shots and nine crosses in his 19 appearances this season. He still does see consistent time, starting in seven on their past nine outings.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Villarreal Cruz (leg) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Cruz returns after missing Osasuna's previous match due to a leg injury. The fullback had started back-to-back matches prior to the injury and returns to the XI now that he's fit.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list Cruz (leg) is in the squad list for Sunday's match against Villareal.

Impact Cruz looks to be on the mend from his leg issues, as he has been included in the squad for Sunday. This is good news for the club, as he did start in the two matches before his injuries. However, he has gone unused six times this season and could very well start on the bench to begin Sunday's contest.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up leg injury Cruz has picked up a leg injury and is ruled out of Saturday's trip to Real Madrid, confirmed manager Vicente Moreno. "Unfortunately he doesn't have any serious injury, but he can'...

Impact Cruz will not be an option for the trip to Madrid after picking up an injury to his leg. He had started the last two matches at left back, making a total of four starts in six appearances for Osasuna. Abel Bretones could see the call to start at left back for the important clash with Los Blancos.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full game Cruz generated one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Valladolid.

Impact Cruz recorded 53 touches and made two clearances. He has featured in six games this season, starting four of those and has accumulated an aggregate of 12 clearances and three tackles.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Given bench role in return Cruz (illness) is on the bench for Monday's match against Alaves.

Impact Cruz is back with the team after missing the club's most recent contest against La Palmas, having healed from his illness and earned a pot on the bench Monday. He will hope to find some time in the starting XI next match after testing hit fitness against Alaves, as the defender has started in 14 of his 18 appearances this season.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Sunday Cruz (illness) will not be an option for Sunday's match against Las Palmas, the club announced Saturday.

Impact Cruz had been limited over the past two days of training due to an illness he picked up midweek, so his absence shouldn't come as much of a surprise. This will leave Alejandro Catena, Unai Garcia and Jorge Herrando to most likely gain the starts at center-back. However, Cruz should be available by next weekend, as he is only dealing with an illness, hoping to gain back his starting role against Alaves next Monday.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in training Cruz appears to be carrying a minor injury after he was limited to partial team training ahead of Sunday's match against Las Palmas.

Impact Cruz appears to most likely be facing a late fitness test heading into Sunday's match, as he appears to have a minor issue that has limited him at practice this week. This could be a problematic issue for the club, as Ruben Pena, one of the club's other options at left-back, is also injured with complications in his quadriceps. With that being said, they will hope for at least one of them to be healthy, but with both of their statuses being up in the air, it is still unsure who will get the start or even be available to face La Palmas.

FEBRUARY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Sunday Cruz (personal) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Sevilla.

Impact Cruz returns after being a doubt in the build up for personal reasons. The defender starts in what appears to be a back three set up for Osasuna on Sunday.

JANUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Does not train Thursday Cruz was not involved in training on Thursday, having been absent due to personal reasons, the club announced ahead of Sunday's match against Sevilla.

Impact Cruz may not be an option for Sunday's contest, as he appears to be absent from the club at the moment as he is dealing with a personal issue. If he misses that match, his loss will affect the club, as the left-back has started in 12 of the 17 contests he has been available for. Expect Johan Mojica to get the start on the left flank of the defense if Cruz is unavailable, but with a couple of days until the match, the club will still hope for the defender to be ready by Sunday.

JANUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Disappoints in cup loss Cruz played the full 90 minutes during Wednesday's 2-0 Copa del Rey loss to Sociedad.

Impact Cruz had a poor showing during Wednesday's loss, he failed to shut down the attack and was a non-factor for most of the game. The defender has been a consistent piece of the starting XI of late, both at left-back and the left side of a back-three. That said his poor form could see him fall out of favor in the back half of the league campaign.

JANUARY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On team sheet Cruz (groin) is on the team sheet for Saturday's match against Las Palmas.

Impact Cruz has sat out the last two matches with a groin injury and could return to the pitch Saturday for the first time since Oct 20. This means that the defender could return to the starting XI at left back, recording an assist in eight appearances, seven of them coming as starts.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Left out of preliminary squad Cruz is not in the preliminary squad for Saturday's match against Girona.

Impact Cruz will be missing his second straight match after not being listed to the preliminary squad. The defender started training individually just a week ago and should return soon, most likely returning after the international break. When he does return, he could earn a starting spot immediately, as he was a regular starter before picking up his knock.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Betis Cruz is not in the match day squad to face Real Betis on Sunday.

Impact Cruz misses out on Sunday's match as he continues to recover from a groin injury. The fullback trained individually in the buildup to the match as Ruben Pena takes up his role at left back.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Cruz (groin) trained individually Wednesday ahead of Sunday's clash with Real Betis.

Impact Cruz came off the bench Friday to play just 22 minutes. He has previously started the last seven matches while recording an assist. With Ruben Pena (knee) also dealing with an injury, then Johan Mojica would be the next player up to start if the defender is not fit to play.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assist and clean sheet in win Juan Cruz assisted once to go with one chance created and a clean sheet in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Deportivo Alaves. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 55th minute.

Impact Cruz recorded his first assist of the season Sunday as he set up Ante Budimir's goal in the 90th minute which took the 2-0 lead. It came on the only chance he created in the match. He also helped keep a clean sheet with one interception and a season high four clearances.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends five crosses Juan Cruz recorded five crosses (one accurate) and two tackles in Thursday's 2-0 defeat versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Juan Cruz brings his average crosses per match to two after totaling 10 in the last five matches. He's also logged in eight tackles (three won) and three interceptions in that span as well.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Was available Sunday off bench Cruz was an unused substitute during Sunday's 2-1 win over Getafe.

Impact Cruz was available off the bench Sunday for the first time after missing the last match with an undisclosed injury. He has a chance to appear in the season finale against Girona on Sunday, where the defender could start off the bench at minimum, with Manu Sanchez the expected starter at left back.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Cruz will be sidelined versus Athletic on Thursday due to an undisclosed injury.

Impact Cruz has made just five starts in the club's last 12 contests and was an unused substitute four times over that stretch. As such, the defender is far from a lock to reclaim his place in the starting XI even once given a clean bill of health. As such, he figures to be a relative non-factor in fantasy contests.

MAY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Cruz is available to return from a one-match ban for Sunday's trip to Sevilla.

Impact Cruz was suspended for one match due to yellow card accumulation but is now eligible to return. The defender started two matches in a row previous to the suspension.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE