RUBEN PENA NEWS

Among substitutes Sunday Pena (illness) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Pena has recovered from an illness which kept him out of mid week action in Copa del Rey. Pena has made just one start since the middle of November in the league.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up illness Pena (illness) will not be available to face Bilbao in the Copa del Rey due to illness and is therefore doubtful for Sunday's match against Rayo Vallecano, the club announced.

Impact Pena has not been a regular starter this season, although he did start the important match against Atletico in the opening La Liga game of the year. If he remains unavailable for Sunday's match against Rayo Vallecano, Kike Barja is likely to be the starter as the left winger.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed in on Monday Pena recorded one cross (zero accurate) in Monday's 1-1 draw against Sevilla.

Impact Pena replaced Jose Arnaiz in the 83rd minute and recorded just six touches while completing a dribble. Pena has featured in 13 games, coming off the bench in nine of those.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in four crosses Pena had two shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Tuesday's 0-0 draw versus Valencia.

Impact Pena earned his first start of the season Tuesday, playing 77 minutes in the goalless draw. He was decent, notching one chance created, two shots and four crosses. He did serve on the right wing, outside of his usual spot in the defense, so it will be interesting to see if he sees more time in this role, with his prior four appearances all coming from the bench.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back against Celta Vigo Pena (undisclosed) is in the squad to face Celta Vigo on Sunday.

Impact Pena returns after missing Osasuna's last two matches through an injury picked up in the season opener. Pena is a locked in starter when fully fit, but will be eased back into action from the bench.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Works on recovery Pena was involved in recovery work Tuesday at training, according to his club.

Impact Pena looks to possibly be dealing with an injury, as the defender was limited to recovery work at training despite no news of an injury. This comes after he played 12 minutes off the bench in Saturday's draw, not appearing to have any issues as he left the field after full-time. That said, this will be something to monitor but he is most likely just dealing with a minor problem.

AUGUST 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in draw Pena assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), 10 crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Villarreal. In addition, he was given a yellow ca...

Impact Pena notched his second assist of the season in the 30th minute as he helped open up the scoring. Additionally, he set a new season-high with 10 crosses delivered. Pena ended the season with 111 crosses delivered, his highest number since 2018.

MAY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets tie off bench Pena (quadriceps) registered 24 minutes of play off the bench in the 3-0 win against Almeria on March 30.

Impact Pena made his way back to play against Almeria after a four-match spell on the bench due to a quadriceps issue, getting 24 minutes of play in his return. The defender will now look to get back into the starting XI in the club's next match, as before the injury, he only missed three starts in his 22 appearances on the team sheet.

APRIL 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team Pena (quadriceps) completed a team an entire session of group training, the club announced Tuesday.

Impact Pena is ramping up his fitness once again, now working with the team after only training individually last week. This brings a lot of confidence to the fact that he will return after the international break, as he should be close to fit by next week, with the club's next match not being until March 30. The club will hope this comes to fruition and he is fit by then, as he has been a regular starter this season, not having missed a start when an option but has been held out for the club's past four matches due to his issues.

MARCH 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Pena (quadriceps) is back in individual training ahead of Saturday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact Pena is back on the training pitch for the first time since going down with an injury on Feb. 20, having missed three matches due to the issues. This leaves the defender most likely still out for Saturday's match, as with only three days until the contest, he will have to see a huge boost in his fitness to make the team sheet. He will most likely face a late fitness test either way to determine his status for the match, but there shouldn't be too much hope that he gets time in the game.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Left out of squad list Pena (quadriceps) is not an option for Monday's match against Alaves after being left out of the squad list.

Impact Pena will be missing his second match in a row, still having yet to heal from a quadriceps issue. This should come as no suprise for the defender, as he only started his rehabilitation work this past week, having yet to train with the group. Expect Jesus Areso to get the start in his place once again, with Pena now looking ahead to next's week match against Girona on Saturday for a return.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts rehabilitation process Pena (quadriceps) has started to work on his recovery process ahead of Monday's match against Alaves.

Impact Pena recently missed out on the club's last match due to a quadriceps injury and is now starting his rehabilitation process a week after picking up the issue. This means the player is most likely going to miss Monday's match with only three days to recover until then, as he has yet to take part in training on the field or with the group. This means Jesus Areso will most likely get the start at right-back once again despite going down injured last week, as he is already training with the group and looks to be an option.

FEBRUARY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not an option for Sunday Pena (quadriceps) will not be available for Sunday's match against Las Palmas, according to the club.

Impact Pena had to concede his spot in the 60th minute of their last match against Cadiz due to a muscle issue and has yet to recover from the injury, as he is now out for the Las Palmas contest. This will affect the team, as he has started in all but six games this season, with Jesus Areso being his most likely replacement.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Injured again Pena is in question for Sunday's match against Las Palmas after the team doctors confirmed he has a muscle injury in his quadriceps.

Impact Pena just returned three matches ago after dealing with a hamstring issue but is heading back to the injury report after going down in the 60th minute against Cadiz with a quadriceps issue. This could be a brutal loss for the club if he misses any time, as he has been a regular starter, notching 19 starts this season. With a couple of days until their next contest, he will still have time to recover, so his status is still in the air for the match. If he is an option, the defender will most likely start, but if not, expect Juan Cruz to get the start.

FEBRUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back after one match Pena (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Pena had started five straight matches prior to missing out on Wednesday's clash against Barcelona. The wide man hasn't scored or assisted since October.

FEBRUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with injury Pena will not be an option against Barcelona on Wednesday, having gone down with an injury against Sevilla on Sunday, according to manager Jagoba Arrasate. "He ended the game a lit...

Impact Pena looks to be the newest player being added to the injury report for Osasuna, having been announced as out due to load management reasons. The club still expects the wing-back to return on Sunday against Celta Vigo after staying back to work on his recovery with the team doctors. While the player is out, expect Jesus Areso to get the start out wide, continuing there until Pena is ready for a return.

JANUARY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Rayo Pena (hamstring) is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Pena returns to the side after a brief two-game absence, and as expected given his involvement prior to the injury, he will be in the starting lineup right away, pushing Alejandro Catena to a bench role.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Friday Pena (hamstring) looks to be an option for Friday's match against Rayo after being named to the squad list.

Impact Pena looks to be making his return after a brief two-match stint on the sidelines, missing out due to a hamstring issue. The defender could gain the starting role immediately if he is chosen for the team sheet, having started in seven straight matches before picking up the knock.

DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to full team training Pena (hamstring) joined team training on Wednesday, ahead of Friday's match against Rayo.

Impact Pena looks to be nearing a return, having participated in full team training on Wednesday. The midfielder has been out for the past two matches, dealing with a hamstring injury. He could return Friday against Rayo, possibly getting a nod in the starting XI immediately, having started in 11 of the 14 matches he was available for before the knock.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to return Pena (hamstring) is not in the squad to face Cadiz on Sunday.

Impact Pena misses out on his second straight match as he continues to recover from a hamstring injury. Ruben Garcia remains in the starting XI as Pena could return next week after starting training in the buildup to today's match.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Begins individual training Pena (hamstring) was viewed training individually ahead of Sunday's match against Cadiz.

Impact Pena seems to be making good progress on his rehabilitation, already starting individual training on Wednesday after missing Saturday's match against Real Sociedad. It is unlikely the midfielder will return for Sunday's match unless he trains with the team on Friday, so expect Ruben Garcia to get the start again. Once Pena returns, he should be right back in a starting role, as he has only missed out on the starting XI four times this campaign.

DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Hamstring injury confirmed Pena underwent test that confirmed that he suffered a muscle injury to his hamstring and is set to sit out for the time being.

Impact Pena had started the last seven matches in a row for Osasuna, totaling an assist on 27 crosses (four accurate) and 12 clearances in that span. If he has to spend a few matches on the sidelines, then Chimy will likely be the favorite to get the start in the starting XI during his absence.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting after knee injury Pena is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Real Betis.

Impact Pena is good to go after picking up a knee injury in the buildup to Sunday's match. The versatile Pena makes his second consecutive start at left back for Osasuna on Sunday.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knee injury Pena (knee) trained individually Wednesday ahead of Sunday's clash with Real Betis.

Impact Pena has worked his way up to be regular started for the team, making seven starts in eight appearances while recording an assist on 29 crosses (eight accurate). Since John Cruz (groin) is also dealing with an injury, then Johan Mojica could get the start at left back against Real Betis.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in five crosses Pena recorded five crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 2-0 victory against Granada. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 65th minute.

Impact Pena had a decent display on Friday, registering five or more crosses for the fourth time this season. The 32-year-old now has 29 crosses through eight appearances this season. He has appeared in all but two matches this season and should be considered a regular starter.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE