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Active display in draw Rioja had five off-target shots, created three chances and sent in eight crosses (two accurate) during Friday's 1-1 draw against Mallorca.

Impact Rioja was lively throughout the match, constantly driving play from the left and finishing a lot of plays despite lacking accuracy in front of goal, while his three chances created showed he remained influential in the buildup. This was his best performance in a while, and he looked fully recovered from the illness that kept him out of the previous league match.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Logs minutes in midweek match Rioja (illness) played off the bench in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Sporting Gijon in the Copa del Rey.

Impact Rioja missed the game against Atletico Madrid due to an illness, but he was fit enough to see minutes in the second half as Valencia cruised to victory in the Copa del Rey. Expect Rioja to be a solid depth piece in the final third for Valencia, particularly since Lucas Beltran (illness) and Arnaut Danjuma (ankle) are doubts to face Mallorca.

DECEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Rioja (illness) won't be available for Saturday's game against Atletico Madrid, David Torres of El Desmarque reports.

Impact Rioja has been battling the flu and won't be an option to feature this weekend. Lucas Beltran and Dani Raba are options to take his place in the lineup. Rioja will aim to recover and rebuild his fitness for the match against Mallorca on Dec. 19, which will be the final match of the year for the club.

DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Battling illness Rioja is dealing with an illness and is a heavy doubt to play Saturday against Atletico Madrid, manager Carlos Corberan told media during Friday's press conference.

Impact Rioja is the third Valencia player to fall ill this week, with Jose Gaya and Javi Guerra also affected by the bug. If Rioja is unable to play, look for Lucas Beltran or Dani Raba to fill the void in the final third. Rioja has one goal and three assists across 15 appearances (12 starts) this season.

DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Unimpressive performance in draw Rioja registered six crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Sevilla.

Impact Rioja finished without a shot on goal or accurate cross for the third consecutive game as he continued to struggle on the right wing Sunday. The attacker remains with one goal and three assists, ranking fourth and first on the squad, respectively, after 15 La Liga 2025/26 games. His offensive upside is somewhat diminished by his recent lack of set pieces, but he could still be a decisive contributor if he corrects his aim going forward.

DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in six crosses in draw Rioja recorded two shots (zero on goal) and six crosses (zero accurate) in Monday's 1-1 draw against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Rioja co-led Valencia in crosses during the road draw. The midfielder also took the second-most shots for his side. That was his 11th start in 14 appearances in 2025-26.

DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Signs new contract Rioja has signed a new contract with Valencia until the end of the 2026/27 season, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Rioja has established himself as a regular for Valencia, so the new contract isn't entirely surprising. He has started in 10 of his 13 appearances this season, tallying one goal and three assists, and he also started in 33 of 36 matches in 2024/25.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer as sub Rioja scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Betis.

Impact Rioja subbed on in the second half and scored the equalizer in the 82nd minute with his first goal in the campaign. He matched his season-high in shots as well. The midfielder took five of Valencia's seven corner kicks.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up opener Rioja assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Tuesday's 2-1 defeat to Oviedo.

Impact Rioja set up Arnaut Danjuma for the opener in the fourth minute. Rioja created three chances and also contributed defensively with three interceptions, two tackles and a clearance. He has now assisted thrice in the last five games.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up opener Rioja assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Tuesday's 2-2 draw against Espanyol.

Impact Rioja set up Arnaut Danjuma for the opener in the 15th minute. Rioja also made two clearances, one tackle and one interception. This was his second assist in four games.

SEPTEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up opening goal Friday Rioja assisted once to go with seven crosses (three accurate) and six corners in Friday's 3-0 win versus Getafe.

Impact Rioja set up Valencia's opening goal with a perfect delivery from the corner that was nodded home by Mouctar Diakhaby. This was his first assist of the season, but Rioja has been a steady threat on the wing for Valencia. He has 13 crosses and seven corners taken in the first three matches of the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses Wednesday Rioja generated one shot (one on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Rioja sent in six crosses during Wednesday's loss, while also taking a pair of corners. The winger failed to get on the scoresheet but put together a decent showing on the whole throughout Wednesday's clash. He will hope to keep this form going to close out the campaign.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in 1-1 draw Rioja assisted once to go with two shots (two on goal), 13 crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Tuesday's 1-1 draw against Espanyol.

Impact Rioja logged his first goal contribution in six outings, as he set up Javi Guerra, who buried a shot from the center of the box in the 57th minute of play. Additionally, this marked the first time this season that Rioja accounted for more than one shot on target. He also set a season-high with four chances created.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension cleared Rioja completed his one-match suspension and will be eligible to face Sevilla on Friday.

Impact Rioja missed Saturday's 2-1 victory against Real Madrid due to suspension and is now expected to return directly in the starting squad as the right-back since he has been an undispute starter this season.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Picks one match suspension Rioja will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards.

Impact Rioja accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the game against Real Madrid on Saturday. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been a regular starter this season, with Umar Sadiq likely seeing a larger role in the frontline for that game.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Rioja (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Girona.

Impact Rioja appears to have passed his testing after being announced as a late call, as he is on the bench to face Girona. He is a regular starter, so the attacker will hope to see some time to test his legs and make the starting XI next contest.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Saturday Rioja (undisclosed) will be a game-time call for Saturday's game against Girona, manager Carlos Corbaran told media Friday. "Rioja didn't train normally throughout the week, he'll...

Impact Rioja has been one of the most consistent players for Valencia this season, but his status for Saturday's clash is now uncertain. He has notched five goals and two assists across 26 appearances (25 starts) this season, so losing him would be a huge blow for the Mestalla outfit.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Rioja had an assist with his lone chance created while taking two shots (one on goal) and crossing seven times inaccurately during Sunday's 3-3 draw with Osasuna.

Impact Rioja set up Diego Lopez in the 14th minute assisting the opening goal of the match while leading Valencia in shots and crosses. The attacker has combined for five shots, four chances created and 20 crosses over his last three starts while the assist was his first goal involvement in a month.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Goal contribution double Rioja scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and three chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Celta Vigo.

Impact Rioja was back on the score sheet Sunday, earning both a goal and an assist in the win. This was his first assist of the season, although it marked his fifth goal of the season in 21 appearances. He now has four goal contributions in his past six appearances.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Finds scoresheet Rioja scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Sevilla.

Impact Rioja saw his second goal in three appearances Saturday, finding the back of the net in the 61st minute for the opener. This is his fourth goal of the season, his only goal contributions in 18 appearances. He consistently sees playing time and will look to see a bit more production in the second half of the season, hoping to match or best his nine goal contributions from the 2022 season.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Calm from the spot Rioja scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), 11 crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Rioja put in a great display from his left back position against Deportivo Alvaes. Not only did he score from the penalty spot in the 70th minute, but he also created two chances, completed all three of his dribble attempts, and completed four of his five long ball passes. His crossing left much to be desired, succeeding in just two of his 11 attempts. However, he produced plenty of offensive output regardless of that statistic. He will be key to Valencia securing points against the vaunted Real Madrid on January 3.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

17 crosses at Valladolid Rioja registered one shot (zero on goal), 17 crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Friday's 1-0 loss to Valladolid.

Impact Rioja had a good offensive outing and led Valencia with a season-high 17 crosses, but couldn't help them avoid the loss on the road. The midfielder aldo made the second-most tackles (two) for his side to help on defense. He took two of their seven corner kicks as well.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

13 crosses Saturday Rioja registered 13 crosses (four accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Rioja had an extremely busy day Saturday as he recorded a season-high 13 crosses, including four accurate crosses. He also tied a season high with three chances created. He added one corner and three tackles (one won) before he was subbed off in the 89th minute for Sergi Canos.

DECEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Converts PK at Mallorca Rioja scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Friday's 2-1 defeat versus Mallorca. In addition, he was given a yellow ca...

Impact Rioja converted a PK in the 32nd minute to give Valencia the lead with his second goal in the season, but they couldn't hold it. That was his only shot in the match before subbing off in the second half. He also received his third yellow card in the proccess.

DECEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances Rioja took an off target shot, crossed three times (one accurate) and created three chances during Saturday's 4-2 win over Betis.

Impact Rioja was held off the scoresheet, but led Valencia with three chances created in the match. The attacker hasn't had a goal involvement since September, but has combined for 20 crosses over his last three starts as a regular in the XI for Valencia.

NOVEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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