Logan Costa - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Struggling to see minutes Costa has appeared in just one game for Villarreal this season.

Impact The center-back started and played 83 minutes in the 3-2 loss to Deportivo on Sep. 5, just before the UCL debut against Dortmund. He's been an unused sub in the other games, and he's not expected to challenge for a starting role anytime soon. He seems to be behind Juan Foyth, Renato Veiga and Pau Navarro in the center-back pecking order.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Anchor in back line Costa has been named in Cape Verde's World Cup squad and is expected to be the most technically accomplished defensive option available to coach Bubista throughout the competition.

Impact Costa ended an extremely difficutl La Liga campaign at Villarreal with only two appearances due to a long term ACL injury. That said, he remains one of the most reliable and technically complete center-backs in Spanish football at just 24 years old. The Villarreal center-back brings elite La Liga experience, composure on the ball and the aerial ability that makes him the defensive anchor of Cape Verde's back line, and his previous performances in one of the world's toughest leagues give the Blue Sharks a world-class option at the back. Costa heads into the World Cup as the most high-profile defensive figure in a squad making history for the island nation.

JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE

Misses training, doubtful Sunday Costa (knee) did not train Thursday and is a doubt for Sunday's clash against Mallorca, raising fresh concerns about his fitness heading into the final stretch of the season, accor...

Impact Costa has had a deeply disrupted campaign due to injury and his latest absence from training is another unwelcome development for Villarreal with so little time remaining. His situation is particularly worth monitoring ahead of the World Cup this summer, where he is expected to be a key starter for Cape Verde, making any further setbacks a cause for real concern both for club and country. The club will assess his condition over the coming days before making a final call on his involvement against Mallorca.

MAY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to squad Costa (knee) was unused off the bench in Sunday's 2-1 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Costa is finally back in the squad this season after ACL surgery halted him from starting the campaign. This does mark his first appearance on the team sheet all season, but he is yet to find minutes, still unused the entire 90 in his return. Either way, this is good news as he looks ahead, available for the final few games of the season and having a clean bill of health heading into summer. He started in 28 of his 32 appearances last season, so he hopes to see a start in the final five games of the season.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Aims return in April Costa (knee) was spotted training partially with the team a few weeks ago and will need several more weeks of training before returning to the matchday squad in April, according to...

Impact Costa still needs several more weeks of training as he completes the final stage of his ACL rehab, with his return currently targeted for around April. The defender was spotted taking part in partial team training a few weeks ago and will aim to ramp up his workload in the coming weeks as he pushes to be fully fit for Villarreal's final stretch of the season. Costa had been a regular starter for the Yellow Submarine before suffering the long-term injury and could be in line to battle his way back into that role once he's back up to full speed.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to group training Costa (knee) was spotted training with the group Thursday, according to Javier Mata of Diario AS.

Impact Seeing Costa back with the group is undoubtedly positive for Villarreal, but the center-back still has to clear several hurdles before being deemed ready to play. He has a chance to return to action before the end of the 2025/26 season if he continues to progress well in his recovery.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ACL injury Costa (knee) is set to undergo surgery after suffering an ACL injury in Saturday's friendly against the U21 of FC Bale, the club announced.

Impact Costa suffered an ACL injury on Saturday during Villarreal's first friendly against FC Bale and is set to undergo surgery in the coming days. The defender now faces a lengthy recovery process, with the timeline for ACL injuries generally around a year depending on the exact severity. Logan could return in six to eight months in a best-case scenario.

JULY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of season Costa had an assist with his lone chance created while blocking a shot and making four clearances during Sunday's 4-2 win over Sevilla.

Impact Costa set up Alex Baena in the 39th minute assisting Villarreal's third goal while leading the team in blocks and clearances. The assist was the first this season for Costa and his first goal involvement since January as he wrapped up the campaign combining for four interceptions and 11 clearances in his final three appearances.

MAY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Standout defensive performer Costa registered two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Costa's strong performance led the Atletico backline Saturday in their 1-1 draw versus Villarreal. The central defender tied a team-high with four clearances while also attempting two tackles (zero won) and adding one block and one interception to his production. Costa has made at least one clearance in each of his last six appearances (six starts).

JANUARY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in win Costa scored a goal off his lone shot, made one tackle, one clearance and two interceptions and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Monday's 4-0 win over Mallorca.

Impact Costa returned to the team after watching the previous contest from the bench and this time his biggest contribution came on the attacking end as he rose above opposing defenders to head home a corner kick from the left and break the deadlock in the 20th minute. This was the second goal of the season for the center-back, who's thriving in his first campaign with Villarreal after playing in France for several years.

JANUARY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records three tackles Costa recorded three tackles (two won) and two clearances in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Athletic.

Impact Costa saw the start yet again Sunday, making it five straight starts for the defender while having only missed the starting XI twice when fit. He was decent despite the loss, notching two clearances and three tackles from the defense. He has now registered five interceptions, 16 tackles and 36 clearances in his 12 appearances.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back after one match out Costa (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Valladolid.

Impact Costa returns after missing last week's match due to an undisclosed injury. The absence broke a streak of six straight starts for Costa as he returns immediately to the center of Villarreal's defense now that he's fit.

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fit to play Costa (undisclosed) is an option for Saturday's match against Valladolid, according to manager Marcelino Garcia Toral. "Costa seems to be available for the game."

Impact Costa looks to be back in the fold for the club, with the defender appearing to be an option for Saturday's match. This is great news for the club and player, as he is a crucial starter for the team. He did start in all but two matches before his injury and will look to reclaim the starting role in his return Saturday.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Getafe Costa (undisclosed) is not in the squad to face Getafe on Sunday.

Impact Costa misses out on Sunday's match after being a doubt in the buildup. The defender will hope to return in time for next week's match at Valladolid after starting six straight matches prior to Sunday's absence.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call for Sunday Costa (undisclosed) is considered doubtful for Sunday's game against Getafe, Javi Mata of Diario AS reports.

Impact It's unclear what kind of issue Costa is dealing with, but recent reports have indicated that the defender will be a game-time call for Sunday's clash. Costa has started at center-back in each of Villarreal's last six games, so losing him would be quite a blow, especially since Raul Albiol is dealing with a knock and Eric Bailly is uncertain to play after returning late from NT duty with Ivory Coast.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Costa scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Mallorca.

Impact Costa notched his first goal of the season in the 27th minute as he scored with a powerful header that went off the post and into the back of the net. Defensively, he's been very active in his first two starts with his new club, registering 18 clearances.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Villarreal Costa signed with Villarreal from Toulouse, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Costa departs Toulouse after three seasons with the club, though only one as a starter. The defender was excellent in 2023/24, and should compete for immediate minutes in Spain. With Costa headed to Villarreal, Kevin Keben could step into a larger role in the Toulouse back line.

AUGUST 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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