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Loan terminated Mir's loan to Elche was terminated in the midst of his current legal case.

Impact Mir was sentenced to eight-and-a-half years in prison for sexual assault, and his loan was terminated. Sevilla will likely take the same steps to terminate his contract in the coming days.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Spanish soccer player Rafa Mir sentenced to 8-and-a-half years for sexually assaulting two women

A court in Spain has sentenced Spanish forward Rafa Mir to eight and-a-half years of prison for having sexually assaulted two women along with another soccer player

JUNE 15 • Associated Press

Training with team Thursday Mir (hamstring) returned to team training Thursday and could be an option for Sunday's clash against Getafe if he comes through the remaining sessions without any issues, according...

Impact Mir had been ruled out of Tuesday's fixture against Betis after failing his late fitness assessment, but his return to the training pitch is an encouraging development heading into the last two final fixtures of the season. The forward has contributed eight goals across 27 appearances (21 starts) this campaign, and the club will be hoping he can prove his fitness in the coming sessions before making a final call on his involvement against Getafe.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Missing Tuesday Mir (hamstring) is out for Tuesday's match against Betis.

Impact Mir is not an option, appearing to fail his testing after he was labeled as a late call. This is rough for the club as they lose a useful starting option, recording eight goals in 27 appearances (21 starts) this season. He now has two matches left to return this season.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Betis clash Mir (hamstring) is a late call for Tuesday's clash against Real Betis, according to coach Eder Sarabia. "Rafa we will see at the last minute."

Impact Mir had missed Saturday's clash against Alaves as he continued to manage the minor hamstring problem he picked up ahead of the Celta Vigo fixture, but his potential involvement against Betis is a more encouraging update heading into the final stretch of Elche's season. The club will make a final call on his availability closer to kickoff after assessing how he responds in the remaining sessions before Tuesday.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Mir (hamstring) remains unavailable and is ruled out of Saturday's clash against Alaves, according to coach Eder Sarabia.

Impact Mir had been a late withdrawal from Sunday's defeat against Celta Vigo with a minor hamstring problem, and his continued absence confirms he has not recovered in time for the weekend fixture. The club will continue to monitor his condition ahead of the final fixtures of the season, with no specific return timeline provided beyond Saturday's clash.

MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Late hamstring issue rules him out Mir was a late withdrawal from Sunday's 3-1 defeat against Celta Vigo due to a minor hamstring problem, according to coach Eder Sarabia. "Rafa mainly, because he has a small hamstr...

Impact Mir's late withdrawal was a blow for Elche heading into the fixture, though the coach's reassuring tone suggests the issue is not considered serious. The club will monitor his condition over the coming days before making a call on his availability for the remaining fixtures of the season, with the cautious approach understandable given the nature of hamstring complaints and the limited time left in the campaign.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Limited impact vs. Valencia Mir had two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 win against Valencia.

Impact Mir led the attack for Elche, but he was unable to find the back of the net in what turned out to be an unfortunate game for him. The striker has two goals over his last five starts, however, so he shouldn't be in danger of losing his starting role any time soon.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in loss to Rayo Mir registered four shots (three on goal) in Friday's 1-0 defeat to Rayo Vallecano. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 45th minute.

Impact Mir was one of Elche's most active players in this match, but he couldn't find the back of the net. The striker has a decent floor, as he's locked into a starting role and has also tallied multiple shots in each of his last five appearances. Over that five-game stretch, Mir has racked up two goals on 15 shots (10 on target) and three chances created.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Clinical finish in win Mir scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Mallorca.

Impact Mir began the Elche comeback Saturday by slotting an intercepted clearance into the far corner of the net in a 2-1 home win over Mallorca. In addition to his goal, the forward contributed (one tackle (one won) to the defensive effort across his 80 minutes of play. Mir's eight goals in his first season with Elche are his most in a single domestic campaign since he scored 10 goals during the 2021/22 La Liga campaign with Sevilla.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Elche ends winless streak in 2026 with victory over Mallorca in La Liga

Elche has left the relegation zone in La Liga by defeating Mallorca 2-1 for its first victory of the year

MARCH 21 • Associated Press

ELCHE CF 2 - 1 RCD MALLORCA | RESUMEN LALIGA EA SPORTS

MARCH 21 • YOUTUBE

Scores Sunday Mir scored one goal to go with five shots (four on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Espanyol. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 98th min...

Impact Mir netted his first goal since his return from injury to go along with his four shots on target Sunday. He also made his first start since returning, clocking in just 125 minutes of play in the last three appearances.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Referee activates anti-racism protocol in Spanish league game between Espanyol and Elche

Espanyol and Elche drew 2-2 in a Spanish league match briefly interrupted toward the end after the referee activated the anti-racism protocol

MARCH 1 • Associated Press

Espanyol's El Hilali activates antiracism protocol in LaLiga after alleged insult from Elche's Rafa Mir During the match between Elche and Espanyol, Omar El Hilali triggered LaLiga's anti-racism protocol following an alleged racial insult from...

MARCH 1 • BOLAVIP.COM

Makes bench Friday Mir (hamstring) is on the bench for Friday's game against Osasuna.

Impact Mir is set to return to the squad after a five-game absence due to a hamstring injury. He'll have to fight for playing time behind Andre Silva and Alvaro Rodriguez, but with six goals this season, he should find his way back into the XI sooner rather than later.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Should be back Friday Mir (hamstring) should be back available for Friday's clash against Osasuna after resuming full team training, according to Informacion.

Impact Mir missed the last five matches with a hamstring injury but returned to full team training this week and should be back in the mix for Friday's showdown against Osasuna. That is a major lift for the Franjiverdes since he is the unquestioned number nine when healthy and the focal point of their frontline. His return would immediately raise the ceiling of the attack and give them a true presence up top again.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Not fit to play yet Mir (hamstring) is still not an option for Elche despite resuming team training in recent weeks, coach Eder Sarabia said in the press conference, according to Pasion Franjiverde.

Impact Mir has been back in team training since a few weeks but didn't fully recover yet from the hamstring injury that sidelined him since early January. The striker will hope to recover ahead of next week's fixture since he was an undisputed starter in the frontline for the Franjiverdes prior to the setback, therefore his absence forces changes in the frontline, with Alvaro Rodriguez dealing with a larger role while he is out.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Barcelona Mir (hamstring) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Barcelona.

Impact Mir remains out for Saturday's match against Barcelona as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury. The forward has not progressed enough to be cleared following late assessment and will miss a fourth straight game. Alvaro Rodriguez remains paired with Andre Silva in attack and should continue in that role until his return.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain to play Saturday Mir (hamstring) is uncertain to play Saturday against FC Barcelona, manager Eder Sarabia told media during Thursday's press conference. "Had it been for him, he would've returned a...

Impact Mir has missed the team's past three games due to a hamstring injury, and his status is up in the air, as the coaching staff will wait until the very last minute to see how he's doing. Mir has six goals in 18 appearances this season. If he can't go, look for Alvaro Daniel Rodriguez to remain in the starting lineup.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Mir (undisclosed) was spotted back in team training on Tuesday, the club posted.

Impact Mir is still working on his return and was spotted back in team training on Tuesday, suggesting he is getting even more closer to make his return to the match squad. The striker has been a regular starter in the attack of the Franjiverdes this season and should regain that role once fully back fit.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Levante Mir (undisclosed) is not in the squad for Friday's game versus Levante.

Impact Mir was unable to recover completely despite being questionable prior to the game. The forward will miss a third consecutive match, reducing the attacking potential of a team that scored three goals over the first couple of contests he missed. Alvaro Rodriguez will lead the front line while Mir remains sidelined.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Could be back for derby Mir (undisclosed) could be available for Friday's derby against Levante, coach Eder Sarabia said in the press conference. "Everyone wants to play this game, they could all be avail...

Impact Mir missed the last two games due to an undisclosed injury but is a late call for Friday's derby against Levante after training hard this week towards his return. The striker has been an undisputed starter for the Franjiverdes this season and will likely claim back his role once fully back fit. Until that happens, Alvaro Rodriguez is expected to get a larger role in attack.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Working on return Mir (undisclosed) is working hard to return from an injury, the club posted.

Impact Mir missed the last two games due to an undisclosed injury and was spotted working hard on Wednesday, making some runs with the aim to return the earliest possible. The striker has been an undisputed starter for the Franjiverdes this season and will likely claim back his role once fully back fit. Until then, Alvaro Rodriguez is expected to hold a larger role in the frontline for Elche.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Valencia Mir is out for Saturday's game against Valencia, according to Pablo Lopez Riquelme of MARCA.

Impact Elche will be without a key player upfront in Mir, who has netted six goals across 18 appearances (15 starts) in the current campaign. This means Alvaro Rodriguez will probably get the nod upfront alongside Grady Diangana.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

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Spanish soccer player Rafa Mir sentenced to 8-and-a-half years for sexually assaulting two women

Elche ends winless streak in 2026 with victory over Mallorca in La Liga

Referee activates anti-racism protocol in Spanish league game between Espanyol and Elche