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Sends in three crosses Espino crossed three times inaccurately and created a chance during Monday's 2-0 win over Granada.

Impact Espino was a part of the Rayo back four that kept their second clean sheet in as many matches to start the new season. The left-back's three crosses were the second most on the team in the match as he's eclipsed 100 crosses and 35 chances created in each of his last two seasons.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid defensively Pacha Espino had one shot (zero on goal) in Friday's 2-0 victory over Almeria.

Impact Pacha Espino made his presence felt early in the match by winning a free kick in the defensive half. The 31-year-old defender went on to commit a couple fouls of his own, before trying a shot that was blocked in the 82nd minute. More importantly, Pacha Espino did his job by collecting two interceptions and helping Rayo Vallecano secure the clean sheet in their first match of the season.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Rayo Espino signed with Rayo as a free agent after departing Cadiz.

Impact Espino didn't renew his contract with Cadiz and instead penned a deal with Rayo to stay in the top flight. The defender earned 33 clean sheets across 105 appearances in La Liga while scoring two goals. Espino is a defense-first option who likely won't roam forward too frequently with his new side.

JULY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active on both sides of ball Espino took two off target shots, crossed six times (two accurate), created two chances, made three interceptions and four clearances during Wednesday's 2-0 loss to Villarreal.

Impact Espino was a part of the Cadiz back four that conceded twice on Wednesday with the fullback leading his club in crosses, interceptions and clearances in the match. Espino has just one assist since October, but he's been a consistent source of crosses throughout the year having 25 in his past five matches played.

MAY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in home win Pacha Espino assisted once to go with three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Valencia. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 96th...

Impact Pacha Espino assisted Sergi in the 46th minute to double their lead, helping them earn the home win. The left-back now has four assists in the season so far. He had a good overall performance, leading his side in tackles and interceptions and logging the second-most crosses and clearances.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses and clean sheet Pacha Espino recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate), one chance created and kept a clean sheet in Friday's 0-0 draw versus Espanyol.

Impact Espino had a solid performance on both ends of the pitch Friday. He whipped in five crosses (one accurate) on the attack, to go with one chance created and one off-target shot. Defensively he kept a clean sheet and contributed one won tackle, three interceptions and one clearance in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs six clearances versus Almeria Espino created one chance, sent in two inaccurate crosses and made two tackles (one won), six clearances and one interception during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Almeria.

Impact Espino couldn't bring his usual input on the attacking end this time but had another solid defensive performance, pacing his side in clearances and not letting the opposition create from his flank. With his last appearance on the scoresheet being back in October, the left back has relied much more on his ability to produce on the less glamourous end as of late, with eight tackles, 16 clearances and 10 interceptions over the last four starts.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Espino made two clearances, three interceptions and won three of five tackles in Friday's 0-0 draw against Real Sociedad. He also created a chance in the match.

Impact Espino defended well Friday to shut out the third-best team in La Liga this season. He has started 22 of Cadiz's 24 matches at left-back, recording three assists and eight clean sheets in this campaign.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Rayo Espino is set to return from a one-match ban before Saturday's clash with Rayo.

Impact Espino picked up the ban for yellow card accumulation and is now set to return to the starting XI. The defender has been a consistent piece of the first team when fully fit and available.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up fifth yellow card Pacha Espino registered one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 2-0 victory over Girona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 38th minute.

Impact Espino had a quiet outing with little production in match Friday. He did receive his fifth yellow card of the year and will be suspended against first place Barcelona next Sunday. He will be able to return on Feb 25 versus Rayo Vallecano

FEBRUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses Monday Pacha Espino registered one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 1-1 draw against Elche.

Impact Espino sent in six crosses and created a pair of chances from left-back. The defender has already tied his previous career-high of three assists, though he has yet to score yet. Espino is showing a strong level and could approach 10 goal contributions if he can builds on this floor in the back half of the season.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes six clearances Espino blocked a shot and made six clearances during Friday's 1-0 win over Valencia.

Impact Espino was a part of the the Cadiz back four that kept a clean sheet on Friday. The full-back made six clearances in the match, the third most on the team, while helping Cadiz to his fourth clean sheet during his time on the pitch.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists twice on Saturday Espino had two assists from two chances created while taking one shot (on goal) and crossing once inaccurately during Saturday's 3-2 win over Atletico Madrid.

Impact Espino set up Theo Bongonda in the first minute of the match before assisting Alex in the 81st to set up Cadiz's first two goals. The assists upped the full-back's season total to a team-high three as he's set up more goals than the rest of his teammates combined through Saturday's match.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates one chance as sub Espino registered one off-target shot, one chance created, one tackle (won), one interception, one clearance and one block in 17 minutes during Wednesday's 0-0 draw to Betis.

Impact Espino subbed on in the 73rd minute and did well during his limited time in the field. The left-back had started in their prior nine games, and that was his first appearance off bench in the season. He logged one assist over that span.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Espino logged one assist during a 2-2 draw against Espanyol on Sunday.

Impact Espino logged one accurate cross, which was aimed low yet sufficient enough for teammate Lucas Perez to score. The assist is Espino's first since March 11 earlier this year.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active in loss Espino won three-of-five tackles and committed two fouls during 75 minutes of Saturday's 2-0 loss to Osasuna.

Impact Espino has already won six tackles in two games but his side are winless with three goals conceded. As he's also committed three fouls, Espino needs to be careful to preserve what little he can offer by picking up bookings.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against Alaves Espino took two shots (one on target) and created a chance in last weekend's 1-0 victory against Alaves. He also made three clearances, three interceptions and won three of four ta...

Impact Espino was excellent on both sides of the ball as his side clinched a spot above the relegation zone on the last day of the season. The 30-year-old tallied two goals, two assists and 12 clean sheets in 37 La Liga appearances (all starts) as Cadiz's undisputed first-choice left back.

JUNE 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in seven crosses Espino took two off target shots, crossed seven times inaccurately and created a chance during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Real Madrid.

Impact Espino was a part of the Cadiz back four that allowed just one goal on Sunday. The fullback finished with the third highest amount of shots and chances created on the team while his seven crosses were the second most in the draw.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active in loss Espino put four shots off target, logged eight inaccurate crosses and made three interceptions during Thursday's 3-0 loss to Real Sociedad.

Impact Espino was plenty active in the attack but for all his involvement, conceding three goals as a defender and missing the mark on each occasion limited his potential value. This isn't going to be a good setup for the next game against Real Madrid, which feature Vinicius Junior coming off his first career hat trick.

MAY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

One interception against Elche Espino made one interception in a 3-0 win against Elche on Saturday.

Impact Espino had an average outing for the hosts. The 30-year-old made a solitary interception. Other than that, Espino also provided a couple of key passes.

MAY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in win Espino logged three inaccurate crosses, won two-of-five tackles and kept a clean sheet during Monday's 1-0 win over Barcelona.

Impact Espino played a key role in his team securing their fourth clean sheet in the last six matches, during which he's started each game and recorded 21 total tackles. When next facing Athletic Club, Espino will face a team that's scored just 36 times in 32 games.

APRIL 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in loss Espino provided one assist from two chances created during Friday's 2-1 loss to Atletico Madrid.

Impact Espino also won two tackles as he recorded a second assist in three starts. As his side was undefeated in four matches before Friday, Espino can still take good confidence into the next match against Villarreal.

MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Granada Espino will miss Monday's clash against Granada with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Espino picked up his fifth yellow card of the season in last weekend's draw against Getafe, meaning he will be suspended for Monday's game. Luismi could replace him at left back for the match.

FEBRUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in win Espino kept a clean sheet with three-of-three tackles won, three interceptions made and six inaccurate crosses during Friday's 1-0 win over Athletic Club.

Impact Espino has put together some solid numbers recently with 14 crosses, seven tackles won and six interceptions made over his last three starts. This coincides with a three-game unbeaten run for his club as well, though it will now go on break until after the international window. By then, he could get a quick chance to remain on track against a poor Getafe side.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Drops six tackles in draw Saturday Espino took one shot (one on target), sent three crosses (none accurate), made six tackles (three won) and intercepted twice in the 0-0 draw against Valencia on Saturday.

Impact Espino was terrific once again in the goalless draw. The wingback continues to dominate defensively and he provides a spark of offense as well. Over his last five appearances, he is averaging, 0.6 shots, 0.6 created chances, 2.4 crosses, 4.2 tackles and 1.8 interceptions per 90 minutes in all competitions. Those numbers are hard to beat and he currently stands as one of the better defenders in the league from a fantasy aspect.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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