RODRIGO DE PAUL NEWS

Scores in win De Paul scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory versus Borussia Dortmund.

Impact De Paul opened the scoring in the fourth minute after an error by an opposing defender led to him having a clear shot on target from inside the box. The goal marked the midfielder's first in this season's Champions League.

APRIL 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available for action De Paul is eligible for Saturday's match against Girona after serving his one-match ban.

Impact De Paul is once again available after sitting out the April 1 match against Villarreal due to receiving his fifth yellow card of the season. The midfielder will now most likely return to the starting XI, as he started in the club's last six games leading up to his suspension and has only missed seven starts in his 32 appearances this campaign.

APRIL 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns suspension De Paul received his fifth yellow card of the season in Sunday's 3-0 loss to Barcelona, meaning he will be suspended to face Villarreal on April 1 after the international break. He...

Impact The central midfielder started for the sixth consecutive game across all competitions in the 3-0 loss to Barcelona, but that streak will come to an end after he received his fifth booking of the league campaign. Pablo Barrios and Saul Niguez are options to replace him in central midfield.

MARCH 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Third successive start De Paul had two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Betis. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 18th min...

Impact De Paul was chosen to the starting XI for the third consecutive match (all competitions) Sunday when Atleti defeated Realt Betis 2-1. De Paul picked up his fourth yellow card in La Liga early in the first half and was removed form the contest after 62 minutes. De Paul has rewarded his manager's confidence in his most recent three starts by scoring once and creating seven chances over that span.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Almeria De Paul scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Almeria.

Impact De Paul scored his first league goal in nearly 10 months as he confidently collected Nahuel Molina's clearance on the run and calmly finished it in the 57th minute. De Paul also recorded a tackle. He has four assists in 23 games this season but his last assist was against Girona in the first game of 2024.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances versus Inter De Paul registered two tackles (one won), three key passes and one clearance in Tuesday's 1-0 loss to Inter Milan.

Impact De Paul didn't have a dominant showing but still did enough to pace his team in key passes. He has tallied nine chances created, eight crosses (one accurate), one off-target shot and five tackles (four won) in the last five games (three starts). Atletico Madrid will visit Almeria on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides a pair of assists in loss De Paul assisted twice to go with two shots (one on goal), four crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 4-3 loss versus Girona.

Impact De Paul had a productive outing as he registered two assists, setting up Alvaro Morata in both instances to reduce the deficit. The midfielder had not recorded an assist since the third fixture of the season. Additionally, he delivered four corners, three of which were accurate.

JANUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to play Tuesday De Paul has served his one-match UCL suspension and will be in contention to face Feyenoord on Tuesday.

Impact De Paul came off the bench against Mallorca on Saturday, which could be an indication he will be slotted into the starting XI for Tuesday's tilt. In his last five appearances (four starts), the midfielder registered four shots (two on target), seven crosses (one accurate) and one corner. While not the primary corner taker for the club, De Paul should still see some work and figures to generate plenty of crosses as well.

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Middling performance at Las Palmas De Paul (suspension) had two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 2-1 loss to Las Palmas. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 62nd minute.

Impact De Paul didn't make a big impact in the stat sheet against Las Palmas although he did tally multiple shots for the first time since early October. He has not scored or assisted since late August and is searching for his best form.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Wednesday De Paul was shown two yellow cards and sent off during Wednesday's clash with Celtic.

Impact De Paul saw a pair of yellow cards and was sent off in the second half. De Paul will be suspended for the reverse fixture against Celtic on Nov. 7. The midfielder could be replaced by Pablo Barrios in the starting XI for that match. His first chance to return in the Champions League will be the Nov. 28 clash with Feyenoord.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Decent display in fifth start De Paul had three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win over Real Sociedad.

Impact De Paul made his fifth start of the season and looked solid going forward against a robust Sociedad defense that has conceded 12 goals in nine games. He will look to add to his assist tally of two against Celta Vigo after the international break.

OCTOBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact De Paul returned to training earlier this week, and while the Betis matchup came too soon for him, he might see some minutes in this one as a midfield option. He should eventually recover a regular starting role, potentially sending Saul to the bench.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Viewed training De Paul took part in training on Friday ahead of Sunday's match against Betis.

Impact De Paul will look to make his return on Sunday after returning to training on Friday. The midfielder has been absent from Madrid's past four matches after being a starter in their first three matches of the year. If he can return on Sunday, he may be slotted right into the starting XI, sending either Saul or Koke to the bench.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be ready Thursday De Paul (thigh) was left out of the traveling squad against Osasuna on Thursday.

Impact De Paul will be shelved for his fourth consecutive contest and almost certainly won't be ready to face Cadiz on Sunday given the quick turnaround. In fact, at this point, it's fair to wonder if the midfielder will return before the upcoming international break considering he has yet to resume first-team training. A combination of Saul, Koke and Axel Witsel will hold down the midfield duties with De Paul shelved.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad for Saturday De Paul (thigh) is not in the squad for Saturday's match against Valencia.

Impact De Paul picked up the injury in training after his return from international duty with Argentina, and with the UEFA Champions League debut on the horizon, head coach Diego Simeone opted not to risk him. Muscular injuries are often tricky, though, and it remains to be seen where he will be eligible to return. Atletico's upcoming matches are against Lazio in the Champions League on Tuesday and against Real Madrid next Sunday in league play.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury De Paul picked up an injury in training ahead of Saturday's match with Valencia, the team reported.

Impact De Paul's status for Saturday's match is in question after picking up a thigh injury while in training this week. There has been no further report on the severity of the injury or any timetable given for his return. He may be able to give it a go on Saturday, but that will depend on his training building up to the match. If he is not able to play, expect Saul to step in, with Thomas Lemar and Koke also being options if they are determined to be fit before the match.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides a pair of assists in win De Paul assisted twice to go with two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Monday's 7-0 win against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact De Paul notched a pair of assists in the first half, setting up Antoine Griezmann and Nahuel Molina. Those marked the first assists of the season for the midfielder. He also achieved season-highs in chances created and crosses sent in.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four tackles De Paul won four out of four tackles in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Real Betis.

Impact De Paul won twice as many tackles as any other player on the pitch. The midfield enforcer also ranked second among his teammates for attempted passes with 49. He notched two goals and seven assists last season.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for finale De Paul picked up his fifth yellow card of the season and will serve a one-match ban versus Villarreal on Sunday.

Impact De Paul will miss the season finale after having featured in the starting XI for 24 of his 30 appearances for the club this season. For the 2022-23 campaign, the midfielder generated two goals on 21 shots (five on target), seven assists and 47 crosses (12 accurate).

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up late goal in win De Paul assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Osasuna.

Impact De Paul was active in midfield, as he set up the team's third goal with a perfect through ball, and only a rebound prevented him from assisting in Saul's goal as well. De Paul has three assists over his last four contests.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs in assist De Paul assisted once to go with two shots (zero on target), three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 5-1 victory over Cadiz.

Impact De Paul has now assisted twice and scored in the last three matches to bring him at five assists on the year. He's started the last six games in a row while totaling nine crosses (two accurate) and nine tackles (six won) in that span.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs in assist De Paul assisted once to go with two chances created in Sunday's 5-2 victory versus Valladolid.

Impact De Paul got his fourth assists on the season and his first since March 18. He's registered a goal with three assists along with 22 chances create in the last 12 matches.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Mallorca De Paul scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Wednesday's 3-1 win over Mallorca.

Impact De Paul scored the 1-1 equalizer just before halftime, paving the way for their comeback home win. The midfielder now has three goals in the campaign, to go with three assists as well. He had a good offensive performance, with season-highs in shots and chances created.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Valencia De Paul assisted one goal from two chances created, took one off-target shot and made three tackles (one won) in Saturday's 3-0 win over Valencia.

Impact De Paul assisted Yannick Carrasco in the 49th minute to make it 2-0 for his side. The midfielder now has three assists in the season, to go with two goals. He also co-led his side in tackles during the match to help them keep the clean sheet at home.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Named to match-day squad De Paul (thigh) was named to the starting XI Girona on Monday.

Impact De Paul rejoins the squad after missing the previous two contests due to his thigh problem. Barring any setbacks, De Paul should be in the mix to reclaim a place in the starting XI. In his last four contests, the midfielder registered one assist, 11 crosses (two accurate) and eight tackles (seven won).

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE