RODRIGO DE PAUL NEWS

Available off bench Saturday De Paul (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Las Palmas.

Impact De Paul was expected to be available for this match, so his inclusion on the bench isn't really surprising. He won't start, though, with manager Diego Simeone choosing to play Pablo Barrios and Koke in the middle of the park instead.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Likely against Las Palmas De Paul (thigh) has been training fully on Friday and is likely to be available for Saturday's clash against Las Palmas, according to Pascual Ruiz Arnal for Marca.

Impact De Paul resumed team training on Friday and will likely be available for Saturday's game against Las Palmas. That said, he missed the last two games due to a thigh injury and it is uncertain whether he will start, with captain Koke likely replacing him in the XI in case he is not deemed fit enough.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Trains partially De Paul (thigh) trained partially Wednesday, according to Chema Source of Mundo Deportivo.

Impact De Pual is seeing a positive boost this week after he dealt with a thigh injury that kept him out of their last contest, as he trained individually for the first half of the session before joining the group for the second half Wednesday. This leaves him in a decent spot for Saturday's match. That said, he should be close, likely a late call to face Las Palmas.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

Injures thigh De Paul is out for the time being due to a muscle injury in his thigh, according to his club.

Impact De Paul has suffered an injury and is heading to the sidelines, with the midfielder picking up discomfort against Barcelona that has been diagnosed as a muscle injury. He is a regular starter, so this will force a change while he is out. Conor Gallagher is a possible replacement in the middle of the pitch while De Paul is out.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances Wednesday De Paul had one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and four chances created in Wednesday's 1-0 (4-3) penalty shootout loss against Real Madrid.

Impact De Paul was excellent in Wednesday's match as he tied a season high with four chances created and set a season high with six crosses. Although he was not credited for an assist because his cross was deflected, he also set up Conor Gallagher's goal in 1st minute. On the defensive end he won two tackles, intercepted one pass and won four duels before he was subbed off at the end of the second half for Nahuel Molina.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 12 • Associated Press

Should be fit after early exit De Paul appears to be an option for Wednesday's match, according to F.J. Diaz of AS Diario.

Impact De Paul looks to be receiving no repercussions from his early exit from the club's last match, as he was back in training immediately and is expected to be fit for Wednesday. This is massive news for the club, as he is a regular starter and should see that spot back right away, starting in all nine UCL matches this season. That said, he will hope to see the start Wednesday now that he has been deemed fit of his injuries.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

After Cristiano Ronaldo calls himself 'most complete player' ahead of Lionel Messi, Rodrigo De Paul refuses to give diplomatic response on debate Lionel Messi's international teammate Rodrigo De Paul has opened up on Cristiano Ronaldo calling himself the 'most complete player'.

FEBRUARY 20 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Creates three chances in draw De Paul created three chances, sent in two inaccurate crosses, suffered six fouls and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Celta Vigo.

Impact De Paul bounced back from his quiet performance on the previous outing and displaying his playmaking chops, creating more chances than anyone and forcing the opposition to use a bunch of fouls to stop him. The midfielder is no longer the fantasy stud he was when playing as a number 10 in Italy, but his increased versatility allows him to provide nice numbers across the board in either side of the ball.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension De Paul completed his one-game suspension and is no longer suspended.

Impact De Paul missed the 2-0 victory against Mallorca due to a one-match ban but is now fully available and should return directly to the starting squad for the Madrid Derby against Real Madrid on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Registers assist De Paul (suspension) assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 4-1 win versus Red Bull Salzburg.

Impact De Paul set up Marcos Llorente for the fourth in the 63rd minute. De Paul created two chances and also made two interceptions and a block. He started all group stage games and this was his first goal contribution.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Picks one match suspension De Paul will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards.

Impact De Paul has accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for Saturday's match against Mallorca. Koke is expected to start in midfield in his place.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over Barcelona De Paul scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Barcelona.

Impact De Paul found the back of the net from a rebound in the 60th minute of Saturday's clash. Additionally, the midfielder ranked second on the squad with 40 accurate passes during the victory. He has become a consistent starter at central midfield over the last six official matchups. During that period, he has produced his first three goals of the season and taken at least one shot in each game.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores again De Paul scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 4-3 win over Sevilla.

Impact De Paul recorded his second straight La Liga goal for his first two of the season. This puts him one away from his total from 2023/24, having started seven of the five La Liga contests so far, logging in 30 crosses (10 accurate) and 15 chances created.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On scoresheet De Paul assisted once to go with five crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 win over Deportivo Alaves. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 96th minute...

Impact De Paul recorded hs third assist of the season to help get the team the win Saturday. He's dropped in the depth chart with two starts in the last eight La Liga appearances, collecting two assists with 15 crosses (two accurate) and six chances created in that span.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in substitute appearance De Paul assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-0 win against Las Palmas.

Impact De Paul entered the match to begin the second half Sunday and made his mark on proceedings by assisting the game-icing goal late in the second half of Atletico Madrid's 2-0 victory over Las Palmas. After making 42 appearances (33 starts) for Atleti during the 2023/2024 season, De Paul has been utilized more sparingly to being the 2024/2025 season. Thus far, the veteran midfielder has made 14 appearances (eight starts) in all competitions and been utilized as a substitute in three of his team's last five fixtures (all competitions).

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal in home win De Paul assisted once to go with four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 3-0 win versus Valencia.

Impact De Paul set up Conor Gallagher for the latter's first goal with Atletico Madrid and the team's first of three goals Sunday. The 30-year-old Argentinian has been quite admirable in home games, with six chances created and six accurate crosses across his three appearances since the 2024-25 La Liga began.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal in home win De Paul assisted once to go with four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 3-0 win versus Valencia.

Impact De Paul set up Conor Gallagher for the latter's first goal with Atletico Madrid and the team's first of three goals Sunday. The 30-year-old Argentinian has been quite admirable in home games, with six chances created and six accurate crosses across his three appearances since the 2024-25 La Liga began.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent once more De Paul scored three times and assisted five times in 34 appearances (25 starts.)

Impact De Paul was back to his offensive best, with eight goal contributions and 39 chances created while playing an excellent box-to-box role. The midfielder hasn't taken on the attacking role he had with Udinese in Madrid, but he still contributes massively. De Paul should remain a key piece of the midfield moving forward in all competitions.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win De Paul assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-0 victory over Getafe.

Impact De Paul helped open up the scoring as he delivered a beautiful through ball to Antoine Griezmann in the 27th minute. It marked his fifth assist of the season. He has now provided a goal contribution in three out of the last four games.

MAY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner Sunday De Paul scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Celta Vigo.

Impact De Paul scored the lone goal Sunday, an excellent outside the box strike in the 84th minute following a corner kick. He now has three La Liga goals this season, two of which have come in his last three matches. He recorded two shots on target and one chance created in his 34 minutes off the bench.

MAY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over Athletic De Paul scored with his only on goal attempt in Saturday's 3-1 win against Athletic. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 5th minute.

Impact De Paul was actively trying to create opportunities Saturday. The midfielder placed seven long balls (five accurate) but none materialized into an assist for his teammates. He did score Madrid's opening goal with a strike from outside of the box that took a fortunate deflection, it was the first time he had found the net in four games. He was subbed after 82 minutes.

APRIL 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE