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Assists Saturday Pepe assisted once to go with two tackles won and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus Elche.

Impact Pepe won two tackles while assisting once on one key passes during the win vs Elche. This was his first goal contribution since Aug 31. He had been struggling of late, having collected nine key passes, 13 successful dribbles, and just six won tackles in nine La Liga appearances.

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Another goalless outing Pepe had one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Barcelona.

Impact Pepe is still in the middle of a rough spell, with the attacker recording only one shot in Sunday's loss. This extends his scoreless streak to 12 appearances, last scoring Aug. 31 against Celta Vigo. He remains at two goals and an assist this season, although he continues to see consistent time.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC's Wilfried Zaha recalled to Ivory Coast squad for AFCON after two-year absence as Amad Diallo also makes cut - but former Arsenal player Nicolas Pepe misses out

Wilfried Zaha is returning to the Ivory Coast fold after a prolonged spell away, with the 33-year-old earning a surprise recall for the upco...

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • goal

Charlotte FC's Wilfried Zaha recalled to Ivory Coast squad for AFCON after two-year absence as Amad Diallo also makes cut - but former Arsenal player Nicolas Pepe misses out

Three shots, four crosses in loss Pepe generated three shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat to Pafos.

Impact Pepe was unable to score or assist despite taking three shots and attempting four crosses, including two from corners. He has been his team's main set-piece taker with 30 in total, while Dani Parejo is second with 12. He has created at least two chances in each of the last four games and has attempted three shots in his last two games.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting XI Pepe had two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Tuesday's 2-0 defeat against Manchester City.

Impact Pepe played the full 90 and started Tuesday, making his return to that role after two straight appearances from the bench. He would be one of the few players to carve out some chances for Villarreal, recording two crosses, two shots and four chances created. He will hope the starting role sticks, and to add to his two goals and two assists this season.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in draw Pepe assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Juventus.

Impact Pepe had three goal contributions through three games to start his season but went quiet since then, as this marks his first goal or assist in six outings, and his first goal contribution in UCL play this year. His five chances created mark his second-highest total in nine appearances between league and UCL play this season. Additionally, he is now up to five tackles won across his last two matches.

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid aims to rebound from derby demolition against in-form Villarreal

Real Madrid needs to bounce back from its thrashing in last weekend’s Spanish capital derby when it hosts a red-hot Villarreal on Saturday in La Liga

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Inefficient performance Pepe generated five shots (zero on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Osasuna.

Impact Pepe didn't generate anything offensively through his shots or crosses and was out of sorts. The winger might have a short leash Tuesday against Sevilla but it's a favorable matchup against a poor defensive unit. There's a good chance for Pepe to bounce back in that contest.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in loss Pepe registered four shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Tuesday's 1-0 loss against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Pepe was his side's most threatening attacker in Tuesday's loss, but he could not find the target on his four shot attempts, althoguh some were very close. He also created two chances and one accurate cross on the attack. He figures to be perhaps Villarreal's most important attacker during this Champions League campaign.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Pepe scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Celta Vigo.

Impact Pepe notched his second goal of the season in the 53rd minute as he beat the goalkeeper with a well-placed finish after a beautiful back and forth with Karl Etta. The forward is one goal shy of matching last season's total despite playing only in three games.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in 5-0 victory Pepe scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 5-0 victory against Girona.

Impact Pepe scored the opening goal to bring him to a total of one goal and one assist from two games so far. Across the two matches, he has had seven shots, with five on target and has created eight chances. He will aim to improve on his three goals and six assists total of last season.

AUGUST 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappé scores twice as Real Madrid wins 3-0 at Oviedo to maintain perfect start in La Liga

Real Madrid coach Xabi Alonso started with Vinícius Júnior on the bench for the Spanish league game at Oviedo on Sunday but the Brazil star still played a decisive role after comin...

AUGUST 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Earns assist Pepe assisted once to go with four shots (four on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and five corners in Friday's 2-0 victory against Oviedo.

Impact Pepe opened up this campaign in a starting role after he was a bench option to open last season, with the attacker working for 82 minutes of play. He would also notch an assist, finding Pape Gueye in the 36th minute for the second goal of the match. He registered nine goal contributions last season and will look to top that after already bagging one on opening day.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Extends with Villarreal Pepe has signed an extension with Villarreal, according to his club.

Impact Pepe is going to remain with Villarreal for a few more seasons after signing with the club last summer as a free agent, with the attacker extending until June 2028. He saw a decent spell last season, notching 15 starts in 28 appearances while registering three goals and six assists. That said, he will look to see a similar role or improve on his minutes, possibly breaking the 10-goal contribution mark after being so close this season.

JULY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist Pepe assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 victory over Barcelona.

Impact Pepe saw yet another goal contribution Sunday, with the attacker finding Ayoze Perez in the fourth minute for the opening goal of the contest. This was his second straight game with a goal contribution, now with six over his past six games, earning the start in each of those outings. He now has three goals and six assists in 27 appearances this season.

MAY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets on Wednesday Pepe scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and three chances created in Wednesday's 3-0 win over Leganes.

Impact Pepe scored the third goal just before halftime after being set up by Alex Baena. Pepe completed all his dribbles and contributed defensively with two clearances and a tackle. Five of his eight goal involvements this season have come in the last four games, highlighting his strong recent impact.

MAY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists twice in win Pepe scored one goal and assisted twice from two shots and five chances created in Saturday's 4-2 victory over Osasuna.

Impact Pepe had his best game of the season as he scored his second goal of the season while also registering a pair of assists. His goal occurred in the 71st minute as he beat the goalkeeper with a header from short-range.

MAY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists only goal in 1-0 win Pepe assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-0 win against Espanyol.

Impact Pepe picked up his third assist and fourth goal involvement of the season as he combined with Yeremy Pino to win the match 1-0. He hasn't been involved in a goal since November and with five chances created this was the most he has attempted in any game this season.

APRIL 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Yeremy Pino lifts Villarreal to 5th in Spain with 1-0 win over Espanyol

Yeremy Pino’s second-half strike was enough for Villarreal to beat Espanyol 1-0 in a Spanish league game rescheduled from March because of bad weather

APRIL 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Decent shift with little service Pepe generated one shot (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 3-0 defeat versus Celta Vigo. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 85th m...

Impact Pepe could only do so much in attack given how the match played out against Celta Vigo on Sunday. Villarreal were only able to maintain 39 percent possession, so Pepe primarily on long balls for service. Still, he was able to put his only shot on target, complete two of his three dribbles, and was not caught offside once. Wednesday was Pepe's first start for Villarreal since March 15, so it is unclear whether he will remain in the starting 11 against Espanyol on Sunday.

APRIL 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Betis Pepe (undisclosed) is on the bench for Sunday's clash against Real Betis.

Impact Pepe will be an option as expected, looking to as a substitute in either Thierno Barry's or Ayoze Perez's place up front. The Ivorian started two consecutive games before getting hurt and attempted multiple shots and crosses in each of those performances. However, he has yet to produce a goal contribution in 2025.

APRIL 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Option to face Betis Pepe (undisclosed) is an option for Sunday's match against Betis, according to manager Marcelino Garcia Toral, per Victor Franch of Marca.

Impact Pepe looks to be an option once again after some time on the sidelines due to an undisclosed injury. This is solid news for the club, as he did start in their two matches before the injury. That said, he will hope to see that spot back immediately, starting in three of his past four appearances.

APRIL 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be available Sunday Pepe (undisclosed) won't be available for Sunday's game against Athletic Club, manager Marcelino told media Friday. "Pepe won't be available, he's recovering from a long injury lay...

Impact The extent of the injury is uncertain, but Pepe, who returned with a knock after the international break on March, has yet to resume full training. This means his next chance to play will come against Real Betis on Sunday, April 13.

APRIL 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappé scores twice to reach 31 goals for Madrid, bettering Ronaldo's debut season tally

Kylian Mbappé has scored twice to lead Real Madrid to a 2-1 comeback win at Villarreal and move three points clear atop the Spanish league

MARCH 15, 2025 • Associated Press

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