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Starting against Everton Rodri (knee) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Everton.

Impact Rodri will avoid missing any time with the injury he picked up during their final in the Club World Cup, having been named to the starting XI Wednesday. The midfielder should remain in this role moving forward, as he is the centerpiece of the City squad, being their most important and influential player in the middle of the pitch.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Knee injury feared Rodri left the stadium after the Club World Cup final with his knee strapped, Henry Winter reports.

Impact Rodri was forced off in the second half while holding his knee and there's fear that it's the same knee he injured while at the World Cup. The midfielder is clearly one of the most crucial pieces of the Manchester City XI and he would be a huge loss. If Rodri missed a Wednesday trip to Everton it could mean another start for Mateo Kovacic or Matheus Nunes.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available once more Rodri served a one-match ban during Wednesday's clash with Aston Villa and is now eligible to return for Sunday's trip to Luton.

Impact Rodri missed the tough mid-week clash but now returns for what should be a very winnable clash with Luton Town. The defensive midfielder is one of the first names on the team sheet, as always, and should be straight back into the starting XI the minute he is available.

DECEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up suspension Rodri was given a yellow card in the 34th minute of Sunday's 3-3 draw against Tottenham Hotspur, his fifth of the season which results in a one-match suspension. In addition, he ge...

Impact Rodri picked up his fifth yellow card of the season Sunday and will be suspended for Wednesday's important match at Aston Villa as a result. He had a solid match outside of the booking, as he intercepted a season-high four passes and took two shots for the first time since Nov. 4.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs in goal Rodri scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) and three chances created in Sunday's 4-4 draw versus Chelsea. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 72nd minute.

Impact Rodri has been able to keep his top form, recording a goal and two assists in the last five matches. This is equals to four goals and three assists in 13 appearances in all competitions,

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists versus Bournemouth Rodri assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 6-1 win against AFC Bournemouth.

Impact Rodri created Jeremy Doku's opener in the 30th minute, his third assist in the season. The midfielder had a somewhat quiet outing after that before subbing off in the second half. He also scored three goals so far, but the last on was nine games ago.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist in win Rodri assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and four chances created in Wednesday's 3-1 victory against BSC Young Boys.

Impact Rodri notched an assist in Wednesday's match after finding Erling Haaland in the 86th minute for City's third goal of the match, giving Rodri his second goal contribution of the UCL campaign after scoring in their first match against Leipzig. The midfielder continues to be the best playmaker in the City's side and will remain a starter as they try to repeat a European Championship.

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Rodri will be eligible to face Brighton on Oct. 21 following his three-match suspension.

Impact Rodri was able to play in the club's Champions League matchup against RB Leipzig, which at least helped keep the rest of the squad fresh. Now back in contention, Rodri figures to be a lock for the starting XI considering he has featured in all of his eight matches with the club. In those contests, the midfielder recorded three goals on 19 shots (nine on target), one assist and five crosses (zero accurate).

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 6, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Sent off against Nottingham Rodri was sent off in the second half of Saturday's match against Nottingham Forest.

Impact Rodri was tangled up with Morgan Gibbs-White, and while both players were pushing and shoving each other, the Spaniard grabbed his opponent by the throat, which effectively ended the game for him. Since this was a red card due to violent conduct, Rodri is expected to miss the next three league matches, and if the decision ultimately stands, his next chance to return to action would be against Manchester United on October 29.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bags final goal of match Rodri scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 3-1 win versus Red Star Belgrade. In addition, he was given...

Impact Rodri put the exclamation point on Tuesday's win, putting the game on ice after scoring City's third goal of the match in the 73rd minute to take a 3-1 lead. The midfielder picked up this UCL campaign right where he left off last year, scoring again after notching the game-winning goal in the finals last season. He will once again be their control room in the midfield and one of the most important players on the field for City during this UCL campaign.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner versus Sheffield Rodri scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Sheffield United.

Impact Rodri scored the winning goal Saturday as he snatched back the lead in the 88th minute off a Phil Foden assist. He took a season high five shots (two on target) in the match and registered his first three crosses (all inaccurate) and one corner of the season. He now has three goal contributions in the first three matches of the season after recording eight in 36 appearances last season.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active defensively versus Newcastle Rodri made three tackles (two won) and four clearances during Saturday's 1-0 win over Newcastle.

Impact Rodri had a good performance for City, playing as a defensive midfielder and being involved in the build-up of several. He also made a team-high 122 passes with a high completion rate. Goals and assists aren't likely to come in bunches for Rodri, but he became a much more reliable fantasy performer over the last couple of seasons.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bags two goal contributions Rodri scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and one chance created in Friday's 3-0 win versus Burnley.

Impact Rodri got his season off to a hot start against Burnley, bagging a goal and an assist in Friday's win. The 27-year-old was dominate all over the pitch and made a strong opening case for why he is the best holding midfielder in the Premier League. He had four shots (three on target) and one chance created to go along with his goal contributions in the attack and made five tackles (three won) in the defense. The Spaniard is the centerpiece of any movement City makes and will have even more chances at goal contributions in their next few matches due to Kevin De Bruyne still not being fit.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rodri wins UEFA Champions League player of the season award Manchester City midfielder Rodri has won the 2022/23 UEFA Champions League player of the season award.

JUNE 11, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Rodri wins UEFA Champions League player of the season award Manchester City midfielder Rodri has won the 2022/23 UEFA Champions League player of the season award.

JUNE 11, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Decides UCL final Rodri scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), three interceptions, and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Inter.

Impact Rodri didn't attack much but was at the right place at the right time to slot it home from the middle of the box in the 68th minute for his fourth goal of the season. He has started almost every game in 2022/2023, tallying six assists, 67 shots (18 accurate), 101 tackles, and 56 interceptions.

JUNE 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in UCL draw Rodri took two shots (one on target) and won one of two tackles in Tuesday's 1-1 Champions League semifinal draw against Real Madrid. He also made a block, two clearances and an in...

Impact Rodri was mostly solid on both sides of the ball on Tuesday, though he Vinicius Junior did give him a few scares in one-on-one matchups on Madrid's left flank.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in win Rodri took a shot and assisted a goal in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Leicester City. He also made a clearance and an interception in the match.

Impact Rodri set up John Stones' opener Saturday with a headed pass from a corner kick situation, his sixth assist of the Premier League season and his second goal involvement in his last two appearances in all competitions.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Man City beats Bayern 3-0 in Champions League quarterfinals

Manchester City took a huge step toward a third straight Champions League semifinals after a 3-0 win against Bayern Munich

APRIL 11, 2023 • Associated Press

Scores goal against Bayern Rodri took two shots on target and scored a goal in Tuesday's 3-0 Champions League victory against Bayern Munich. He also made a clearance, an interception and won three of four ta...

Impact Rodri scored his first ever Champions League goal Tuesday with a stunning, long-range curler with his weaker foot. The defensive midfielder has 18 league goals to his name in England and Spain, but this was just his second score in European competition, with the previous one coming in the Europa League in 2016 while he was with Villarreal.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Guardiola says Walker cannot play in City's current system

Kyle Walker is set to have only limited game time at Manchester City for the rest of the season because manager Pep Guardiola said the England right back is ill-equipped to play in...

APRIL 8, 2023 • Associated Press

Takes three shots against Palace Rodri took three shots (one on target) and created a chance in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Crystal Palace. He also won two of three tackles in the match.

Impact Rodri was very involved in his side's attack on Saturday, a bit of an unusual sight for the defensive midfielder though it's worth remembering he scored seven Premier League goals last season.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Rodri assisted once to go with three clearances and two tackles (two won) in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Newcastle United.

Impact Rodri bagged his fifth assist of the season, surpassing his career high for a single season. He has totaled one goal, one assist, nine tackles (six won) and nine clearances in the last five games. The Spaniard has transitioned to a utility player for the team, having the ability to switch from playing center midfield or defense.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in draw Rodri recorded four shots (zero on goal) in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against RB Leipzig.

Impact Rodri shot four times but was held off the scoresheet and failed to trouble the net with any of the shots. The defensive midfielder was desperate to break the deadlock and did pile on the volume from distance. Still none of the shots were particularly dangerous.

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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