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Active on both ends Cabrera had two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 1-0 loss versus Valladolid. He also recorded three clearances and two interceptions.

Impact Cabrera is expected to be the leader on the defensive line for Espanyol this season, and he delivered a good performance in this season opener despite the defeat. Cabrera should be a steady source for defensive stats, and on that note, the matchup against Real Sociedad on Saturday figures to be a good opportunity for him to rack up stats such as clearances, interceptions and tackles.

AUGUST 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out for season finale Cabrera (personal) will not be involved in Sunday's clash against Almeria due to the birth of his child.

Impact Cabrera ends the campaign with one assist and four clean sheets across 32 La Liga appearances (31 starts) this season as Espanyol were relegated from the Primera Division. Calero is taking over from the 31-year-old in central defense for Sunday's finale against Almeria.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist against Valencia Cabrera provided an assist, had one off-target shot, sent in two crosses (one accurate) and made four tackles (one won), two clearances and two interceptions during Sunday's 2-2 dr...

Impact Cabrera was solid defensively, although not great as usual, but then came up with a big contribution on the attacking end, assisting fellow center-back Cesar Montes with a picture-perfect cross from the left in the 40th minute. This was the first appearance on the scoresheet of the season for Cabrera, who will close another solid La Liga campaign during next Sunday's clash against Almeria.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Cabrera generated one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Getafe.

Impact Cabrera helped his team keep a clean sheet Sunday for the first time since Jan. 21. He contributed one won tackle, two clearances, one chance created, one off-target shot and two inaccurate crosses in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available once more Cabrera is available for selection after serving a one-match ban against Girona.

Impact Cabrera picked up a fifth yellow card and earned a one-match ban. The defender is now set to return to the starting XI somewhere in the back-line. The defender played at left-back in the final two matches before the suspension, but has been a center-back previously.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for ban Cabrera is suspended for an Apr. 1 trip to Girona due to yellow card accumulation.

Impact Cabrera was shown a fifth yellow card against Celta Vigo and is now set for a one-match ban. The left-back has struggled with discipline throughout the season, with five yellows and two reds seeing him off the pitch frequently. Cabrera will return for an Apr. 8 clash with Athletic Club.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible for selection Cabrera is set to return from a one-match ban before Saturday's clash with Mallorca.

Impact Cabrera is set to make his way back from a suspension after getting sent off against Sociedad. The defender should return straight to the starting XI for a Saturday clash with Mallorca.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal, sent off Cabrera was sent off after acquiring two yellow cards in the 94th minute of Monday's 3-2 loss versus Real Sociedad. He registered an own goal, three tackles (two won), four clearan...

Impact Cabrera couldn't have wished for a more unfortunate game, as he nodded home a cross from Takefusa Kubo in what was Sociedad's third goal midway through the second half, but he was also sent off in stoppage time. Cabrera will be suspended for Sunday's game at Elche, and his first chance to return will come on Feb. 25 against Mallorca.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kubo scores as Sociedad beats Espanyol 3-2 in Spanish league

Japan forward Takefusa Kubo's first-half goal led third-place Real Sociedad to a 3-2 win at relegation-threatened Espanyol in the Spanish league

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • Associated Press

Three clearances on day Cabrera had three clearances and three interceptions in Sunday's 2-1 win over Getafe. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 33rd minute.

Impact Cabrera was able to recover from the flu in time to start the match on Sunday. He did not look his greatest, only tallying three clearances. The 31-year-old usually averages four a game with 17 in the last five contests. However, he is way off his clearances total from last season despite starting in all 16 matches he has featured in.

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Recovers for Getafe clash Cabrera is fit and in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Getafe.

Impact Cabrera is good to go after dealing with the flu in the buildup to the match. The defender takes up a role in the Espanyol back line as he's helped his side keep two clean sheets in 16 appearances.

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with flu Cabrera (illness) is a doubt for Sunday's trip to Getafe due to a flu, manager Diego Martinez told reporters. "Well, one has had tenths of fever tonight and the other also with a s...

Impact Cabrera is dealing with a flu and was unable to train Friday, putting him in doubt for Sunday's match. The defender could still play but with an illness it's possible he's rested to fully recover before a Jan. 21 clash with Betis.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ineligible against Villarreal Cabrera was suspended for Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Villarreal.

Impact Cabrera started in all 13 games before his dismissal, making 56 clearances and keeping two clean sheets. Though he's a regular player, Cabrera doesn't offer tremendous value for a team fighting relegation.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

More boos for Atlético Madrid after another setback

Another setback, another round of boos for Atlético Madrid

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • Associated Press

Sent off against Atleti Cabrera was sent off with a straight red card in the 27th minute of Sunday's match against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Cabrera has been in the starting lineup in every game this season but will now miss Wednesday's match against Villarreal, the final game before the World Cup. Sergi Gomez could take his place in the lineup for that contest.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lewandowski leads Barcelona; Benzema keeps Madrid perfect

Robert Lewandowski continues to make scoring look easy after joining Barcelona from Bayern Munich

AUGUST 28, 2022 • Associated Press

Five interceptions in draw Cabrera recorded five interceptions and seven clearances during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Celta Vigo.

Impact Cabrera had a spectacular defensive performance making over 12 defensive plays for the Espanyol squad. With 44 interceptions and 215 clearances in the 2021 season, Cabrera is proving to be a top defender in the La Liga. After having such a successful first start, the defender finds himself in a great position to be a permanent member of the starting XI.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in draw Cabrera kept a clean sheet with two interceptions made during Sunday's scoreless draw with Granada.

Impact Cabrera certainly had his merits thanks to a league-leading 215 clearances made despite playing in a defense that conceded the joint fifth-most goals. With a penalty going wide in the second half, Cabrera also was credited with a tenth clean sheet, the most he's been able to contribute as a full-time starter.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs four interceptions Cabrera logged four interceptions during a 1-0 win Sunday versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Cabrera logged his best interception tally of the 2021-22 La Liga. He has 16 league interceptions this year. By totaling an interception tally better than that of any other Espanyol footballer, Cabrera continues to prove how he is the team's best defender fantasy-wise.

APRIL 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes eight clearances in win Cabrera made one tackle, eight clearances, one interception and one block while helping his side to keep a clean sheet during Sunday's 1-0 win over Mallorca.

Impact Cabrera had another rock-solid performance at the heart of the defense, once again pacing his side in clearances and always being one step ahead of opposing forwards. With 36 clearances and two clean sheets over the last five starts, the centre back will try to keep up with his strong play during Apr. 4 visit to Real Sociedad.

MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores once against Getafe Cabrera had one goal on one shot, three blocks, two interceptions, two tackles and one foul in the 2-0 victory over Getafe on Saturday.

Impact Cabrera was on fire at both ends of the pitch Saturday. His goal came in the 17th minute thanks to the assist from Tonny Vilhena, and it was the first goal of the match. While this was Cabrera's second goal of the season, his is much more likely to have a strong defensive showing against Levante than another goal.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Betis Cabrera will miss Friday's clash against Real Betis with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Cabrera picked up his fifth booking of the season in Tuesday's draw against Cadiz, meaning he will be suspended for Friday's game. Calero could continue at center back in his place for the game.

JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

No place like home as Rayo tops Espanyol in Spanish league

Rayo Vallecano’s impressive run at home in the Spanish league has continued with a 1-0 win over Espanyol

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • Associated Press

Scores own goal in loss Cabrera made two tackles (both won), eight clearances and two interceptions, but scored an own goal and was shown a yellow card during Sunday's 1-0 loss against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Cabrera was having a solid performance at the heart of the defense, but in the 54th minute he was the villain for Espanyol as he sent the ball into his own net when trying to cut a pass from the left flank for what was the game-winning goal for the opposition. The defender will try to bounce back during Saturday's home match against Levante.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Xavi starts as Barcelona coach by beating Espanyol

Xavi Hernández has enjoyed a win on his return to Camp Nou as Barcelona’s new coach

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • Associated Press

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