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Atlético concedes twice in injury time; Sociedad top

A late push moved Real Sociedad back to first place in the Spanish league but a late collapse kept Atlético Madrid from getting closer to the top

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • Associated Press

Ansu Fati returns for Spain's decisive World Cup qualifiers

Spain coach Luis Enrique has called up Barcelona teenager Ansu Fati for the national team’s decisive World Cup qualifiers against Greece and Sweden

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • Associated Press

Rough in derby Merino logged five tackles (four won) and conceded a yellow card during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Athletic Club.

Impact Merino put himself at the center of much of the contest and managed to conceded his fourth yellow card from the last six matches across all competitions. If he continues his physical trend, any good defensive work won't add as much value. Up next is a trip to Osasuna.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of year Merino had an assist while taking an off target shot and creating three chances during Thursday's 2-0 win over Celta Vigo.

Impact Merino set up Aritz Elustondo in the 79th minute assisting Sociedad's second goal of the match. The assist was the first of the season for the midfielder while his three chances created tied for the team-high total in the win.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona fans harass Koeman after Madrid wins at Camp Nou

Angry fans surrounded Ronald Koeman’s car and shouted insults at the Barcelona coach as he tried to leave Camp Nou following his team’s latest painful loss since the departure of L...

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • Associated Press

Spain calls up Barcelona teenager Gavi for Italy semifinal

Luis Enrique has called up 17-year-old midfielder Gavi Páez for Spain’s semifinal against Italy next week

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • Associated Press

Scores in win Merino scored one goal from six shots (four on goal) and created two chances during Thursday's 3-2 win over Granada.

Impact Merino led his team in shots taken during this match, which is a positive sign given some of the injury worries among La Real's attacking depth. He'll next face Elche, Which have conceded seven goals in six matches and recently gave up four to Villarreal.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Enrique names Spain squad with 7 changes from Euro 2020

Spain coach Luis Enrique has announced his squad for upcoming World Cup qualifiers with seven changes from the team that reached the semifinals of the European Championship

AUGUST 26, 2021 • Associated Press

Scores in draw Merino scored one goal and made two interceptions during Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Argentina.

Impact Merino gave La Rojita an early advantage that was only lost with a few minutes to spare, as the other group stage game helped secure his advancement as group winners. He's now appeared in two matches during the group stage and should have done plenty to earn a starting place for the later rounds of the Olympic tournament, though his role as a mostly-defensive player isn't as helpful to his value.

JULY 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Spain taking 6 players from Euro 2020 to Tokyo Olympics

Spain will take six members from its European Championship squad to the Tokyo Olympics

JUNE 29, 2021 • Associated Press

The Latest: Dovbyk scores, Ukraine beats Sweden at Euro 2020

Artem Dovbyk scored late in extra time to give Ukraine a 2-1 win over Sweden and a spot in the European Championship quarterfinals

JUNE 29, 2021 • Associated Press

Finishes season with back injury Merino missed the final 10 games of the season with a fracture in his spine.

Impact Merino should be healthy by the time next season comes around after a disappointing finish to a quality campaign. In 26 appearances, Merino walks away with two goals, four assists, and 61 tackles made. If he makes a full recovery in the offseason, Merino could become one of the more valuable defensive-midfielders in Spain.

MAY 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Real Sociedad wins 2020 Copa del Rey; 2021 final in 2 weeks

Real Sociedad has beaten fierce Basque rival Athletic Bilbao 1-0 in the delayed final of the 2020 Copa del Rey

APRIL 3, 2021 • Associated Press

Atlético title pursuit stalled by late Madrid equalizer

Atlético Madrid conceded late to Real Madrid to draw 1-1 and leave the league leaders at greater risk of being caught in their pursuit of the Spanish title

MARCH 7, 2021 • Associated Press

Sociedad beats Bilbao 1-0 in Basque derby to end winless run

Real Sociedad has won 1-0 at Athletic Bilbao in a Basque Country derby to end its winless run and strengthen its hold on third place in the Spanish league

DECEMBER 31, 2020 • Associated Press

Alba leads Barcelona to 2-1 comeback win over Sociedad

Barcelona defender Jordi Alba has scored one goal and set up another to lead a 2-1 comeback victory over Real Sociedad

DECEMBER 16, 2020 • Associated Press

Spain recalls in-form Morata for games vs. Germany, Swiss

Juventus striker Álvaro Morata is back on Spain's squad for upcoming Nations League matches against Germany and Switzerland

NOVEMBER 6, 2020 • Associated Press

MATCHDAY: Everton, Real Sociedad look to retake league leads

Everton’s squad strength will be put to the test in the trip to Newcastle as Carlo Ancelotti’s team looks to return to the top of the English Premier League

NOVEMBER 1, 2020 • Associated Press

Spain, Germany hold on for Nations League wins

Spain and Germany have held on to claim uninspiring wins in the Nations League

OCTOBER 10, 2020 • Associated Press

Swiss goalkeeper goof gives Spain 1-0 win in Nations League

Spain has beaten Switzerland 1-0 in the Nations League to keep the lead of its group

OCTOBER 10, 2020 • Associated Press

Atlético Madrid and Suárez held again in Spanish league

The excitement and euphoria over Luis Suárez hasn't lasted very long for Atlético Madrid

OCTOBER 3, 2020 • Associated Press

VAR decisive in Real Madrid’s 3-2 win at 10-man Real Betis

Sergio Ramos’ late penalty has helped Real Madrid win at 10-man Real Betis 3-2 after the video assistant referee spotted a handball in the area

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020 • Associated Press

Ansu Fati called up to revamped Spain squad

Ansu Fati has been called up for Spain’s national team for the first time as coach Luis Enrique revamps the squad ahead of its return to competition

AUGUST 20, 2020 • Associated Press

Mikel Merino questions whether Real Madrid would suffer same costly offside call Mikel Merino was penalised for being offside when Adnan Januzaj thought he scored against Real Madrid, and the midfielder is not happy.

JUNE 22, 2020 • YAHOO.COM

Madrid beats Sociedad 2-1 to return to top of Spanish league

Sergio Ramos and Karim Benzema scored second-half goals as Real Madrid beat Real Sociedad 2-1 to take the lead from Barcelona for the first time since the Spanish league resumed

JUNE 21, 2020 • Associated Press

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