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Wins one tackle in victory Molina won one tackle and made one interception during Sunday's World Cup final win over France after penalties.

Impact Molina didn't have to make many big plays but was a reliable piece of Argentina's third World Cup win with six starts in seven appearances. As he scored once and logged one assist in that time, Molina is certainly capable of offensive contributions he hasn't shown at club level since joining Atletico Madrid.

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two crosses in win Molina sent in two crosses during Tuesday's 3-0 win over Croatia in the World Cup semi final.

Impact Molina sent in a pair of crosses during Tuesday's win, as well as making three tackles. The right-back has scored and assisted once and has earned a nailed-on starting role at right-back heading into the World Cup final. Molina will be tasked with taking on Kylian Mbappe on the left, a role that will likely see him pinned back in his own third more often than not.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lionel Messi goes BEAST MODE for Argentina against the Netherlands in the 2022 FIFA World Cup | Every Angle

DECEMBER 10, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Argentina's Nahuel Molina scores goal vs. Netherlands in 34' | 2022 FIFA World Cup

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Nets opener in thrilling win Molina scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 2-2 (4-3) shootout win versus Netherlands.

Impact Molina got in behind during the 35th minute and opened the scoring off a Lionel Messi assist. He was lively throughout the evening and eventually relieved during the 105th minute by Gonzalo Montiel, who will be forced to miss the squad's next match due to yellow accumulation. Molina now has one goal to go with one assist in World Cup competition (four appearances).

DECEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in win Molina played for 80 minutes during Saturday's 2-1 win over Australia in the Round of 16.

Impact Molina has started all but one match in the World Cup, contributing with one assist but not adding much in Saturday's triumph. With the team in better shape, Molina will hope to keep his place in the lineup over Gonzalo Montiel.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Argentina's Alexis Mac Allister scores goal vs. Poland in 46' | 2022 FIFA World Cup

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Provides assist versus Poland Molina provided an assist, created two chances, sent in one accurate cross, made two tackles (one won), one clearance and one block and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during...

Impact Molina was back in the starting XI here and more than made up for the lack of peripheral fantasy numbers with his assist for Alexis Mac Allister to open the scoring in the first minute of the second half. This huge contribution is probably more than enough for the right-back to remain in the lineup for Saturday's Round of 16 clash against Australia.

NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Messi, Argentina under pressure for Mexico game at World Cup

There has been a chant doing the rounds among Saudi Arabia supporters and even some from Brazil in the fan parks and the streets of Doha at the World Cup

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • Associated Press

Argentina taking fewer forwards than Brazil to World Cup

Argentina is taking nine defenders, seven midfielders and seven forwards to the World Cup in Qatar as coach Lionel Scaloni’s team aims to build on its Copa America success

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • Associated Press

Subbed off early in loss Molina created a chance and made an interception before being taken off in the 30th minute of Wednesday's 1-0 defeat against Mallorca.

Impact Molina has started 17 of the 18 games in which he's been eligible for across La Liga and the UCL this season, but he was subbed out without an injury at the half-hour mark against Mallorca on Wednesday with Marcos Llorente sliding to the right-back position.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Racks up four crosses in win Molina created one chance from four crosses (two accurate) and kept a clean sheet during Saturday's 1-0 win over Athletic Club.

Impact Molina continued what has been a good month of October with a second consecutive clean sheet to go with 33 crosses logged in five starts. While Reinildo puts in impressive defensive work on the other flank, look to Molina for better offensive value out of the current lineup.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in nine crosses in UCL Molina created one chance, sent in nine crosses (one accurate) and made two tackles (one won) in Wednesday's 0-0 draw to Club Brugge.

Impact Molina sent in the second-most crosses for his side during the game, but it wasn't enough to help them earn the win at home. The right-back has been a reliable source of crosses in the season. He has yet to assist, though, after nine starts.

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in crosses, clearances Molina took an off target shot, crossed six times (two accurate), created two chances and made three clearances during Tuesday's 2-0 loss to Club Brugge.

Impact Molina was a part of the Atleti back four that conceded a goal in each half on Tuesday. The fullback remains a threat going forward however, leading the club with six crosses in the match to up his total to 13 in three Champions League starts.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Barca-Inter the standout game in Champions League

Barcelona visits Inter Milan in the standout match in the Champions League

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • Associated Press

In squad list Molina made the squad list for Tuesday's UCL trip to Club Brugge.

Impact Molina is coming off a stellar 10-cross effort in the win over Sevilla on Saturday and will look to brush off any worries of a knock by playing Tuesday. With six starts this season, Molina has been an active member of the lineup but could be finally finding his stride.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves late after good showing Molina created one chance from 10 crosses and won two-of-three tackles before his early departure from Saturday's match against Sevilla

Impact It's not fully certain what's ailing Molina but he looked exceptional during Saturday's result and now has 16 crosses provided over his last two starts. If he were to remain injured for Tuesday's trip to Club Brugge, Marcos Llorente might have to move back to right-back.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Atlanta's Thiago Almada in Argentina squad for friendlies

Atlanta United forward Thiago Almada has been included in Argentina’s 28-man squad for two World Cup warm-up matches to be played in the United States this month

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • Associated Press

Griezmann forced into new role as super-sub at Atlético

Antoine Griezmann has been forced into a new role as a super-sub for Atlético Madrid amid a possible contract dispute between his club and Barcelona

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022 • Associated Press

Sent off against Villarreal Molina was shown a straight red card during stoppage time of Sunday's defeat against Villarreal following a shove on Alex Baena.

Impact Molina will be suspended for next week's clash against Valencia at least, and possibly for longer if La Liga deems it necessary. Marcos Llorente or Yannick Carrasco could be possible replacements for him at right wing-back.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Molina made a clearance and an interception in Monday's 3-0 victory against Getafe. He also created a chance in the match.

Impact Molina got the start at right-back immediately for his new club and he had a fairly easy day in defense to open up the La Liga campaign. He might see some rotation with Marcos Llorente and Yannick Carrasco also able to play on the right, but Molina is the most natural replacement for Kieran Trippier and Sime Vrsaljko on this Atletico roster.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Morata may help Atlético Madrid complete its attack

Atlético Madrid’s biggest addition to the squad this season may end up being a player who already belonged to the club

AUGUST 10, 2022 • Associated Press

AtlÃ©tico Madrid signs Argentina right back Nahuel Molina AtlÃ©tico Madrid says it has secured the transfer of Argentina defender Nahuel Molina from Udinese for an undisclosed free

JULY 28, 2022 • DAILYHERALD.COM

Atlético Madrid signs Argentina right back Nahuel Molina

Atlético Madrid says it has secured the transfer of Argentina defender Nahuel Molina from Udinese for an undisclosed free

JULY 28, 2022 • Associated Press

Atleti move official Molina joined Atletico Madrid from Udinese on Thursday, committing to a five-year contract with his new club.

Impact Molina had already been training with his new teammates but it took extra time to get his transfer past the paperwork. He's a solid acquisition after scoring seven goals and logging two assists as the right-wing back, a position which he should have no problem reprising for a club that likes to keep its flank players as mobile as possible. As he joins compatriot and ex-teammate Rodrigo De Paul, Molina could do even better in a situation which shouldn't take long for him to settle in.

JULY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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