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Arsen Zakharyan - Suffers calf injury Zakharyan (calf) is ruled out for Sunday's clash against Barcelona due to an injury, the club announced.

Impact Zakharyan suffered a calf injury this week and won't be available for Sunday's clash against Barcelona. The midfielder will likely be assessed in the coming days to know the extend of that setback and if he has to miss some time. Zakharyan has been a bench option the most part of the campaign, therefore his absence doesn't impact the starting squad.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Yangel Herrera - Weeks away from returning Herrera (calf) won't be available for Sunday's game against FC Barcelona and remains weeks away from returning to action, manager Pellegrino Matarazzo told media Friday. "Today was...

Impact Herrera has played just two games for Real Sociedad this season. The playmaker is expected to return in late January or early February if everything goes well.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Yangel Herrera - Spotted training with team Herrera (calf) was spotted training with the team on Friday, the club posted.

Impact Herrera returned to team training on Friday after recovering from a calf injury and could be an option for Sunday's clash against Barcelona. The midfielder started all of his four appearances this season and could be set for a decent role once back to full fitness. That said, after two and a half months on the sidelines, Herrera will likely build his fitness gradually off bench before competing for a starting role.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Orri Oskarsson - Suffers new setback Oskarsson (undisclosed) came off the bench for a few minutes before suffering a new injury during Tuesday's Copa del Rey victory against Osasuna, according to noticias de Gipuzkoa.

Impact Oskarsson recently came back from a hamstring injury that ruled him out for several months but will likely spend some more time on the sidelines after suffering a new setback in Tuesday's victory against Osasuna in the Copa del Rey. The striker couldn't remain more than a few minutes on the pitch before asking to be substituted. That said, Oskarsson is expected to be a bench option at best when fit for the Basques, therefore his absence won't impact the starting squad.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Griezmann's free-kick goal sends Atletico Madrid to the Copa del Rey quarterfinals

Antoine Griezmann has scored with a well-placed free-kick shot to give Atletico Madrid a 1-0 win over second-division club Deportivo La Coruña and a spot in the quarterfinals of th...

JANUARY 13 • Associated Press

Benat Turrientes - Scores in return to action Turrientes (undisclosed) scored a goal in 65 minutes as a substitute during Tuesday's cup game versus Osasuna.

Impact Turrientes was healthy enough to play part of the second half and the entire extra time in the midweek clash despite having left with a potential injury in his previous La Liga game. He's back in contention and has a considerable chance of starting over Jon Gorrotxategi in future league fixtures. The goal against Osasuna was his second of the season, though both of those contributions came in cup action, as he's usually more reliable for defensive production.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Alejandro Remiro - Two saves in 2-1 win Remiro recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Friday's 2-1 victory against Getafe.

Impact Remiro made a couple of saves but conceded a goal as well. It was the 13th consecutive league fixture where the 30-year-old failed to keep a clean sheet. Remiro's next assignment will be the match against Barcelona.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Takefusa Kubo - One corner in 2-1 win Kubo assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Friday's 2-1 win against Getafe.

Impact Kubo provided an assist for the team's second goal in the match. It was his third assist in the league campaign. Kubo produced three crosses, but only one was accurate.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Brais Mendez - Scores on Friday Mendez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 2-1 victory versus Getafe.

Impact Mendez scored the team's second goal in the match, which was his fourth in the league campaign. It was his first league goal since November 22. Mendez attempted a tackle and won it as well.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Jon Aramburu - Scores in 2-1 win Jon Aramburu scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 2-1 win versus Getafe. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 63rd...

Impact Aramburu scored the team's first goal in the match which was also his first in the league campaign. The 23-year-old scored with his only shot on goal. Aramburu made five interceptions as well.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Benat Turrientes - Forced off injured Turrientes (undisclosed) was forced off in the 65th minute of Friday's 2-1 victory against Getafe due to an injury, according to Diario Vasco.

Impact Turrientes suffered an undisclosed injury and was forced off shortly after the hour-mark in Friday's win against Getafe at the Coliseum. The midfielder will be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the issue, which might have been caused by the increased playing time he recently received due to suspensions among the Basques. Turrientes started two consecutive games for the first time since August.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

American coach Matarazzo gets first win as Real Sociedad sneak late win at Getafe

Real Sociedad has given its new American coach a win to start the new year

JANUARY 9 • Associated Press

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JANUARY 9 • YOUTUBE

Igor Zubeldia - Serves ban Zubeldia has served his one-game ban and is an option moving forward for his club.

Impact Zubeldia is no longer on the sidelines after his ban, with the defender sitting his one-match out and now an option. The defender has yet to miss a start all season when an option and should return to that role next game, recording his first assist in 14 appearances this season just two games ago.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 4 • YOUTUBE

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JANUARY 4 • YOUTUBE

Takefusa Kubo - Very effective Sunday Kubo assisted once to go with three shots (three on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Kubo had a brilliant performance Sunday, not only assisting but also having three key passes, shots on target and tackles won with four successful dribbles in the process. His recent form as been top tier, scoring once with two assists in the last five league appearances, collecting six shots on target, 12 key passes and 13 successful dribbles in that span.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Goncalo Guedes - Scores against Atletico Madrid Guedes scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid. In addition, he was g...

Impact Guedes logged in the only goal for Real Sociedad Sunday, having two shots on goal, though was shown a yellow card as well. All four of his goals this season was scored within the last eight matches, having eight shots on target, six key passes and eight successful dribbles in that span.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Alejandro Remiro - Concedes one Remiro had one save and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Remiro was quiet in the net Sunday, making just one save and allowing one goal vs Atletico Madrid. It has not been the best season for the keeper, having only collected one clean sheet this campaign. He has also allowed 26 goals in 18 games, making 37 saves with 13 high claims.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Orri Oskarsson - On bench Sunday Oskarsson (hamstring) has been included as a substitute option for Sunday's game against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Oskarsson is available for the first time since Aug. 30 but might only see a few minutes of play with Goncalo Guedes and Mikel Oyarzabal getting the nod in attacking spots. Oskarsson scored once in three games played at the beginning of the season, although he only started once over that span.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ander Barrenetxea - On bench to face Atletico Barrenetxea (undisclosed) is on the bench in Sunday's matchup versus Atletico Madrid.

Impact Barrenetxea should boost his side's attacking power, offering a talented left-wing option if required during the game. He hasn't been a consistent starter since November, but he produced two goals when coming off the bench in his last few matches. He could be an alternative to Goncalo Guedes and Mikel Oyarzabal going forward.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Orri Oskarsson - Back for Sunday Oskarsson (hamstring) is on the team sheet for the match vs Atletico Madrid on Sunday.

Impact Oskarsson could make his return to the pitch Sunday after missing the last four months with a hamstring injury. He is not expected to start off with tons of minutes, as he will likely gradually get back into match fitness following his long term injury.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Yangel Herrera - Remains sidelined Herrera (calf) won't be an option to face Atletico Madrid on Sunday, according to Marta Gonzalo of Diario AS.

Impact Herrera has struggled with injuries throughout the entire season, and the central midfielder won't be an option for the first clash of the calendar year. He doesn't have a timetable for his return to action, but given he's yet to engage in training at all, he should be at least a few weeks away from being an option for the coaching staff.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Ander Barrenetxea - Returns to training Barrenetxea (undisclosed) was spotted in training Friday, according to Marta Gonzalo of Diario AS.

Impact The return of Barrenetxea means newly-appointed manager Pellegrino Matarazzo will have his entire attacking line available for this clash. Barrenetxea has seen regular minutes when healthy, but he's not likely to feature in the XI as long as Goncalo Guedes, Mikel Oyarzabal and Takefusa Kubo are healthy.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Takefusa Kubo - Scores header in draw Kubo scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Levante.

Impact Kubo scored his second goal of the season with a well-taken header after a crucial chance created by Goncalo Guedes. Operating from the right flank, he has registered 21 shots and created 19 chances, but has directly contributed to just three goals so far. There is clear attacking upside in his play, though the end product has yet to fully follow, leaving him on pace for roughly four goals across 30 league matches. Kubo will now face a tough test against Atletico Madrid, who sit third in the table, as he looks to deliver a strong performance for a Sociedad side currently struggling in 16th place.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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