RODRYGO NEWS

Takes four shots in loss Rodrygo put four shots off target, created one chance and conceded a yellow card during Monday's 3-2 loss to Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Rodrygo had his chances but couldn't get passed an inspired performance by the hosts. Well on pace to a career-best season, Rodrygo has made Brazil's roster for the World Cup but he might not play much with Neymar and Vinicius Junior in the side.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores penalty in win Rodrygo scored one penalty goal from five shots (two on goal) and created two chances during Wednesday's 5-1 win over Celtic.

Impact Rodrygo got another start with Karim Benzema only available from the bench and scored for the second time in the last three matches (both coming in UCL). He's now scored seven times and logged five assists in 16 appearances across all competitions. This is exceptional since Karim Benzema hasn't been in perfect form all season and with Vinicius Junior racking up his own high tally in the first half of the season. All three of those mentioned are on track to take good form into the World Cup.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available despite knock Rodrygo was declared as available for Sunday's match against Girona despite missing Saturday's training session, according to manager Carlo Ancelotti.

Impact Rodrygo has logged two assists and scored one goal over his last three starts, two of which have come with Karim Benzema unavailable yet again. If Rodrygo is fit enough to start, expect him to remain as the central forward since Benzema has already missed the squad list for Sunday's game.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores from spot in loss Rodrygo scored one penalty foal from four shots (three on goal) during Tuesday's 3-2 loss to RB Leipzig.

Impact Rodrygo tried to salvage the match but couldn't save his team from their first loss of the season. Much of Rodrygo's role depends on the health of others, but he's now scored six goals and logged four assists in his last 13 appearances, contributing close to three goals for every three appearances. So long as he continues to earn the favor of manager Carlo Ancelotti, Rodrygo is all but certain to end with the best season of his young career.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots in win Rodrygo took four shots and created two chances in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Sevilla. He also made two interceptions and won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Rodrygo was dangerous on Saturday despite not getting on the scoresheet against Sevilla. He has taken a combined six shots (two on target) with four chances created across his last three appearances -- one of them being a five-minute cameo off the bench -- with a goal and two assists in that span.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists twice in win Rodrygo assisted twice to go with one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-0 win against Elche.

Impact Rodrygo was effective in the game by contributing two of the three goals in the match. His form has been splendid of late with two goals, two assists and seven chances created in the last five matches. The Brazilian is on pace to break both his goal scoring and assists record for a single season at the current rate he is on by averaging 2.4 shots per match.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores penalty in win Rodrygo scored one penalty goal in five minutes as a substitute during Sunday's 3-1 win over Barcelona.

Impact Rodrygo came off the bench for the first time in eight matches but still scored his fourth goal in that time. It has been impressive for Rodrygo to produce numbers of this level, though the injuries for Karim Benzema have helped him play more frequently. Now that he's in good form, expect Rodrygo to continue making an impact during a busy period before the World Cup break.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists in UCL Rodrygo scored one goal from four shots and assisted another from two chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Shakhtar.

Impact Rodrygo had a great outing, first scoring the opener in the 13th minute before assisting Vinicius Junior in the 28th to seal the win. The forward now has four goals and three assists in the season. He started for the fifth straight game and sixth time overall in the season in eight appearances.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup 2022: 50 reasons to be excited for Qatar

There are countless reasons to be excited for the 2022 World Cup, so Doug McIntyre narrowed them down to 50.

OCTOBER 1, 2022

By dancing, Rodrygo and Vinícius make stance against racism

Real Madrid’s young Brazilian forwards made a statement against racism in soccer by dancing after a goal

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores goal against Atletico Rodrygo scored a goal and made an interception in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Rodrygo opened the scoring in Sunday's Madrid derby with a well-struck half volley from an Aurelien Tchouameni chipped pass. Rodrygo is already up to three goals and two assists in just four La Liga appearances this season, averaging 1.6 direct goal involvements per 90 minutes in the competition.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots versus RB Leipzig Rodrygo had three off-target shots, created one chance and drew three fouls during Wednesday's 2-0 Champions League 2-0 win over RB Leipzig.

Impact Rodrygo made his second consecutive start and didn't shine as he did during Madrid's league win last weekend but was still a huge threat from the right flank. Unfortunately for the winger, accuracy wasn't there this time but, with Karim Benzema (upper leg) still questionable for Sunday's league derby versus Atletico Madrid, he should have another chance to start.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Vinícius, Rodrygo lead perfect Madrid to win over Mallorca Vinà cius Júnior and Rodrygo have come through in the absence of Karim Benzema to keep Real Madrid perfect this season

SEPTEMBER 11, 2022 • DAILYHERALD.COM

Vinícius, Rodrygo lead perfect Madrid to win over Mallorca

Vinícius Júnior and Rodrygo have come through in the absence of Karim Benzema to keep Real Madrid perfect this season

SEPTEMBER 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Brazil calls up new target man Pedro for friendlies

Brazil coach Tite has included Flamengo striker Pedro as a new attacking option for the team’s pre-World Cup friendlies against Ghana and Tunisia in September

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Barça newcomers lead 3-0 win at Sevilla, Madrid beats Betis

Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha and Jules Koundé have all shown why Barcelona sold assets to sign them after helping lead a 3-0 victory at Sevilla

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out of squad Rodrygo (strain) is unavailable for Saturday's trip to Celta Vigo.

Impact Rodrygo evidently rushed his return to training during Wednesday's session and has since been ruled out of making his season debut in Vigo. This could put either Marcos Asensio or Federico Valverde on the right wing for this game.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Overdoes it in practice Rodrygo (strain) was limited in Thursday's training session ahead of Saturday's trip to Celta Vigo, according to his club.

Impact Rodrygo just came back to training Wednesday, as it's reported by Pedro Fullana of Cadena SER that he went too fast and now suffers from overwork. While he could still be available in some capacity, Federico Valverde could now be guaranteed to start Saturday just to keep everyone fit.

AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Participates in training Rodrygo (undisclosed) was a full participant in Wednesday's training session ahead of Saturday's trip to Celta Vigo.

Impact Rodrygo is likely to be available for his first league appearance of the season but he may not start while Federico Valverde remains in good form. It may take some time for Rodrygo to break into the starting lineup because of how deep this team is, but he's sure to get his chances at some point but whether that comes in or out of league play is something to find out.

AUGUST 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Trains separately Rodrygo (knock) trained separately during Monday's session ahead of Saturday's trip to Celta Vigo.

Impact Rodrygo was absent in Sunday's opener against Almeria and will continue to miss games as long as he can't train with his teammates. Federico Valverde has found more chances to play on the right wing and could continue in that spot over the next few weeks.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knock Rodrygo (undisclosed) is not in Real Madrid's match day squad for Sunday's season opener against Almeria.

Impact Rodrygo was training individually this week as he deals with an injury that is not expected to be serious, Spanish newspaper Sport reported Saturday. Federico Valverde is starting on the right wing against Almeria with Marco Asensio available on the bench.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in UCL win Rodrygo played the final minute plus stoppage time of Saturday's 1-0 Champions League Final victory against Liverpool.

Impact Rodrygo is starting to grow into his potential, as evidenced by his stoppage-time brace against Manchester City in the UCL semifinals to turn the game on its head in Real Madrid's favor. He ends the season with a combined nine goals and six assists across 44 appearances (21 starts) in La Liga and the Champions League, and the 21-year-old will want to continue developing next season to make the starting spot on the right wing his own.

MAY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Vinícius and Rodrygo get 1st shot at Champions League glory

Two talented young Brazilians are part of a Real Madrid squad filled with experienced players and will get their first shot at Champions League glory on Saturday

MAY 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Assists with lone chance created Rodrygo had an assist with his lone chance created during Sunday's match with Cadiz.

Impact Rodrygo set up Mariano in the fifth minute helping to open the scoring in the match. The assist was the third of the season for the forward coming from his lone chance created in the match.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good form continues Rodrygo scored once on three shots (two on goal) during Thursday's 6-0 win over Levante.

Impact Rodrygo now has scored five goals in his last four matches in all competition and is in fine form. The winger has been gelling excellently with Vinicius Junior and Karim Benzema up top, and should be a solidified starter to close out the campaign. Next up is a Sunday trip to Cadiz.

MAY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE