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Leader in blocks Torres blocked two shots, made an interception and five clearances during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Bayern Munich.

Impact Torres helped Villarreal keep a clean sheet as a member of the team's back line on Wednesday. The centerback finished with the second highest amount of interceptions on the team while his two blocks led Villarreal in the win.

APRIL 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Bilbao Torres will miss Saturday's clash against Athletic Bilbao with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Torres picked up his fifth yellow card of the La Liga season in last weekend's defeat against Levante, meaning he will be suspended for Saturday's game. He has started every single game for Villarreal since August, but Aissa Mandi will likely replace him in central defense for the match.

APRIL 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Villarreal takes on Bayern focused on stopping Lewandowski

Villarreal knows its chances of advancing past Bayern Munich in the Champions League will depend largely on whether it can successfully contain Robert Lewandowski

APRIL 5, 2022 • Associated Press

Spain beats Albania in return to Barcelona after 18 years

Spain has received a warm welcome in its return to Catalonia and responded by beating Albania 2-1 in its first match in Barcelona in 18 years

MARCH 26, 2022 • Associated Press

Finds target versus Juventus Torres won one of four tackles and four duels, had seven clearances and scored a goal in Wednesday's 3-0 win over Juventus.

Impact Torres played strong defense as usual and bagged the goal that sealed the deal with a point-blank header on a corner kick. It is his fifth in the season. He has logged 32 tackles, 23 interceptions, 114 clearances and 19 blocks in 33 matches, with 12 clean sheets. Villarreal will face Cadiz away Sunday.

MARCH 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles against Juventus Torres had two clearances and won three duels and two of two tackles in Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Juventus.

Impact Torres did not have to do too much in this one as Juventus did not attack a lot after getting an early lead. He has notched four tackles, 18 clearances and two blocks in the last five tilts, with three clean sheets. Villarreal will host Espanyol Sunday.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Vlahovic scores in CL debut, Juve draws 1-1 at Villarreal

Dusan Vlahovic has scored 31 seconds into his Champions League debut as Juventus drew 1-1 at Villarreal in the opening match of their round-of-16 tie

FEBRUARY 22, 2022 • Associated Press

Makes four clearances in draw Torres created one chance and made one tackle, four clearances, one interception and one block while helping his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's scoreless draw against...

Impact Torres had his hands full against Madrid's attacking line, which included an inspired Gareth Bale, but was still able to rack up some decent fantasy numbers. The centre back saw his side keeping clean sheets in each of the last three matches and will be try to help them extending the streak during next Saturday's visit to Granada.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener at Betis Torres scored one goal from two shots, made two tackles (one won) and three clearances in Sunday's 2-0 win at Betis.

Impact Torres scored the opener in the 41st minute and also helped on defense making the second-most clearances for his side. That was his fourth goal in the season. The centerback will likely have more defensive duties when they host Real Madrid's powerful offense on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Atletico Torres took three shots and scored a goal in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Atletico Madrid. He also made a block, five clearances and two interceptions in the match.

Impact Torres capitalized on a Jan Oblak mistake to slot home a rebounded shot for his second goal in as many games on Sunday, and his third of the season overall. He should have an easier time on the defensive side next weekend against Elche, which have scored just 18 goals in 19 La Liga matches.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Levante Torres scored one goal on his only shot and kept a clean sheet during Monday's 5-0 win over Levante.

Impact Torres benefitted from a favorable matchup as he scored for the second time this season and grabbed a second clean sheet in his last four starts. With a respectable 48 clearances made in La Liga matches, Torres will next face Atletico Madrid, which have conceded the most clearances to defenders in the league.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes five clearances in win Torres registered two shots (one on target), one inaccurate cross, one tackle (won), two interceptions, five clearances, one block and a yellow card in Sunday's 2-0 win over Rayo V...

Impact Torres had a good defensive outing and led his side clearances, as they earned three points at home. The centerback also received his second yellow card of the season, though. They will now visit Real Sociedad on Saturday.

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Torres made three clearances and an interception in Tuesday's 2-0 Champions League victory against Young Boys. He also took a shot and won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Torres defended well Tuesday as his side picked up an important result against Young Boys that lifts Villarreal up to second in Group F. He will be ready for Sunday's La Liga clash against bottom-of-the-table Getafe, which have scored just six goals in 12 matches this season.

NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four tackles in loss Torres had one off-target shot, created two chances and made four tackles (one won) and three clearances during Saturday's 2-0 loss against Valencia.

Impact Torres had a decent performance on defense despite of the loss and provided his usual support on the attacking end, with above-average playmaking for his position. With 17 clearances over his last four starts in all competitions, the centre back will try to remain productive during Tuesday's Champions League clash against Young Boys.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

First goal of season Torres scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing once inaccurately and making five clearances during Tuesday's 3-3 draw with Cadiz.

Impact Torres found the back of the net in the 43rd minute scoring Villarreal's first goal of the match. The goal was the first of the season for the defender while his five clearances led Villarreal in the draw.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Blocks two shots in draw Torres made two blocks and one interception while helping his side to keep a clean sheet during Sunday's scoreless draw against Mallorca.

Impact Torres didn't have outstanding numbers, but kept opposing forwards at bay during the entire match, being key for his side to shut the opposition down one more time. After having an extended rest period to recover from the busy summer with the Spanish national team, Torres is now back to where he left off last season. Up next for the centre back is Wednesday's home match against Elche.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gets first start of season Tuesday Torres is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Atalanta, his first of the season after a busy summer.

Impact Torres returns to the XI Tuesday, which pushes Aissa Mandi to the bench. Torres got a month to recover from international duty and should remain in the XI going forward, at least when healthy.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Torres kept a clean sheet during Sunday's 1-0 win over Australia.

Impact Torres didn't log as many defensive stats as his partner Eric Garcia, but he still proved why he's a feature in Spain's back line during the Olympic tournament. In the next match against Argentina, Torres is likely to face a tougher opponent.

JULY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist off bench Torres provided one assist in 48 minutes of Monday's 5-3 win over Croatia.

Impact Torres has replaced Eric Garcia in two straight games and made a bigger impact on the final result with his assist. His place in the lineup isn't as guaranteed given how well Spain's attack has played in the last two games, but the right matchup could see Torres restored as a starter.

JUNE 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes yellow card in draw Torres put one shot off target and conceded a yellow card during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Poland in Group E.

Impact Torres has started each of the first two matches in the Euros so far, keeping one clean sheet and winning one tackle. As long as his team continues to dominate possession, Torres won't have much to offer in fantasy outside of select circumstances, and especially if goals are conceded in the rare chances he faces. The final group stage game will come against Slovakia with a win needed to assure advancement to the knockout rounds.

JUNE 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Torres not worried about transfer talk Pau Torres says that transfer talk will not affect his performances in Euro 2020.

JUNE 2, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Wins UEL, makes Euro roster Torres finished the season with two goals and two assists in 33 league starts and a victory over Manchester United in the Europa League.

Impact Torres, a Villarreal-born player, helped his childhood club to their first major trophy ever and earned a place on the Spanish national team for the Euros. With a starting spot at center-back alongside Aymeric Laporte expected, thing couldn't have turned out better for Torres over the final weeks of the campaign. His value as a fantasy option isn't as great, though his continuity in the lineup and 10 clean sheets in league games still make him useful on occasion, and it will be worth examining if his production changes while with the national team this summer.

MAY 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Assists opening goal Torres had an assist with his lone chance created while blocking a shot, making a tackle and five clearances during Thursday's 2-0 win over Valladolid.

Impact Torres set up Gerard Moreno in the 68th minute, assisting the opening goal in the match. The assist was the second of the season for the defender, while his one block and five clearances were both team-high totals in the win.

MAY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Real Madrid want Villarreal centre-back Pau Torres but face €65m price tag Real Madrid are pondering a move for Villarreal centre-back Pau Torres, as speculation continues to mount that Sergio Ramos is set for an ex...

FEBRUARY 17, 2021 • GOAL.COM

Pau Torres - the Villarreal centre-back Europe's top clubs are all chasing Real Madrid, Barcelona, Juventus and Chelsea have all been watching Villarreal'sTorres, who made his La Liga debut less than two years ago

JANUARY 22, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

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