SAMU COSTA NEWS

Set for suspension Costa will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Costa accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the clash against Elche on Saturday. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been a regular starter in the midfield of Mallorca, with Manu Morlanes likely taking a larger role in the lineup during his absence.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss Samu Costa scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Villarreal.

Impact Costa notched his second goal of the season as he equalized the contest in the eighth minute with a perfectly placed finish. Defensively, the midfielder registered four clearances.

NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Mbappé scores then limps off as Real Madrid beats Villarreal to top La Liga

Vinícius Júnior has struck twice and Kylian Mbappé scored before going off injured as Real Madrid beat third-placed Villarreal 3-1 to move on top of La Liga

OCTOBER 4 • Associated Press

Strikes against Athletic Costa scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing once inaccurately and blocking two shots during Saturday's 2-1 win over Mallorca.

Impact Costa found the back of the net in the 77th minute scoring Mallorca's lone goal while leading his side in blocks. The goal was the first this season for Costa as he's combined for four shots and two crosses over his last three La Liga appearances.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Energetic substitute appearance Samu Costa recorded two shots (one on goal) in Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Real Sociedad.

Impact Samu Costa retreated to the Mallorca bench Wednesday after he was included in the starting XI for this first this season in their previous fixture. The veteran midfielder matched a team-high with two shot attempts (one on goal) and made six clearances across his 46-minute shift. After making 32 appearances (31 starts) during the 2024/2025 campaign with Mallorca, Samu Costa has fallen down the pecking order to begin the 2025/2026 campaign as he has started just once across his four league appearances.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Vinícius helps Madrid fight back for win over Mallorca, Atletico remains winless in La Liga

Vinícius Júnior and Arda Güler scored back-to-back goals to help Real Madrid rally for a 2-1 win over Mallorca and make it three wins in as many games in the Spanish league

AUGUST 30 • Associated Press

Available against Real Madrid Costa (knee) is back available for Saturday's clash against Real Madrid.

Impact Costa returned to team training on Wednesday after recovering from a knee injury that made him miss the start of the season, but the midfielder is now back available for Saturday's clash against the Merengues. This is good news for Mallorca since Costa is an undisputed starter in the midfield when available. That said, it remains unsure to see him start the game against the Casa Blanca since reports say he might be on the move this summer.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Wednesday Costa (knee) was spotted back in team training on Wednesday, the club posted.

Impact Costa suffered a knee injury that made him miss the start of the season with Mallorca but was back in team training suggesting he isn't far from making the match squad again. His next chance will come against Real Madrid on Saturday but if he can't be deemed fit enough to make the squad list or start the game, Omar Mascarell will is expected to start in the midfield.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out for time being Costa remains out for the time being due to a knee injury, according to the club.

Impact Costa is still suffering from a knee injury in this first stretch of the La Liga season and is out for the time being since his timeline for return is uncertain. This is bad news for Mallorca since the midfielder is an undisputed starter in the heart of the game when fit, and his absence forces a change in the starting XI, with Antonio Sanchez likely holding a larger role until he returns.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Costa is ruled out for Saturday's season opener against Barcelona due to injury as he hasn't been included in the match squad, the club posted.

Impact Costa is dealing with a knee injury and could not recover in time for the season opener against Barcelona on Saturday. This is a big blow for Mallorca as he is a regular starter in midfield and his absence will force a change against the Blaugranas. Omar Mascarell is expected to start in his place in central midfield.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers leg injury Costa has suffered a leg injury in Saturday's pre-season friendly against Hamburger SV, according to Ultima Hora.

Impact Costa was forced off early in Saturday's pre-season friendly due to an apparent leg injury. The midfielder will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of his injury and if he has to miss time. That said, reports suggest he should be available for the season opener against Barcelona next Saturday. If he has to miss the game, Omar Mascarell will likely replace him in the midfield.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Sets new career-high mark in starts Costa started in 31 of his 32 appearances in the 2024/25 Liga season, tallying two assists, 88 tackles, 82 clearances and 33 interceptions.

Impact Costa was often one of the first names in Mallorca's team sheet throughout the season, and the six times he didn't play were either due to suspensions or injuries. He didn't deliver a lot of fantasy upside due to the defensive nature of his role in midfield, but Costa was a reliable presence in the middle of the park for Mallorca and should remain a regular in 2025/26 if he stays with the team past the summer transfer window.

JUNE 6 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension Costa completed his one-game suspension due to yellow cards accumulation and will be eligible to face Real Sociedad on Saturday.

Impact Costa missed Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Celta Vigo and is now available to play for their next contest. He should return directly to the starting squad in the midfield now that he is an option.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Vigo game Costa will miss the game against Celta Vigo due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the league, resulting in a one-match ban.

Impact Costa has accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the against Celta Vigo on Saturday. Omar Mascarell is expected to be the one starting in the midfield to replace him for that game.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Sunday Costa (strain) has missed the last two games but will be back in the squad for Sunday's clash against Alaves, coach Jagoba Arrasate said in a press conference. "Both Samu Costa and...

Impact Costa will be available Sunday after missing two games with strain issues. He has been a regular starter this season and could return to the lineup soon. If he is not ready to start against Alaves, Omar Mascarrell may take his place in midfield.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Sevilla Costa won't play Monday against Sevilla due to "precautionary reasons" amid a minor injury, Juanmi Sanchez of MARCA reports.

Impact The midfielder participated in training throughout the entire week, but manager Jagoba Arrasate has decided to leave him off the squad for Monday's game. His next chance to play will come against Alaves on March 2, which means Omar Mascarell should play alongside Sergi Darder in midfield Monday.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Starting during return Samu (calf) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Villarreal.

Impact Samu is back from his calf injury after around a month out, with the midfielder starting in his return against Mallorca. He should continue in a starting role now that he is fit, starting in all 18 appearances this campaign and having yet to miss out when fit.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with soleus injury Costa suffered a soleus injury and will miss several weeks, manager Jagoba Arrasate told media Friday. "He's dealing with a soleus injury and I'm not sure how long he'll be sidelin...

Impact Costa has been a key play for Mallorca this season, starting in each of his 16 league appearances and logging 1,370 minutes with two assists, 11 chances created, 42 tackles and 41 clearances as a central midfielder. Manu Morlanes, Omar Mascarell and Antonio Sanchez are all expected to see more minutes in midfield while Costa is sidelined.

DECEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Credited with assist Saturday Costa assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 victory versus Las Palmas.

Impact Costa was the architect of a set-piece play inside the six-yard box, and his touch allowed Johan Mojica to strike the ball cleanly from close range to drill the game-winning goal. Costa has two assists in 13 starts this season, but the holding midfielder doesn't carry a lot of fantasy upside due to his relatively defensive-minded role.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension ends Costa has completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Atletico Madrid on Sunday.

Impact Costa missed the 1-0 loss to Alaves due to the red card he received in the 0-0 draw vs. Athletic Club on Oct. 28, but the Portugal midfielder should return to the side for the tilt vs. Atletico. Costa has started in every game for Mallorca this season, and that's not expected to change any time soon.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Monday Samu was sent off for a straight red card during the first half of Monday's clash with Athletic.

Impact Samu was shown a straight red in the first 30 minutes and was handed his marching orders early. The midfielder will miss at least two matches due to the ban, but could be sidelined for more than that due to the straight red card.

OCTOBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on winning goal Costa assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 2-1 victory versus Betis.

Impact Costa headed a pass to Valery

SEPTEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Posts strong performance in loss Samu Costa registered two shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Osasuna.

Impact Costa put in a balanced performance Saturday, the midfielder fired two attempts at goal, which were blocked, and defensively executed six clearances, two interceptions and two tackles. The Portuguese midfielder only posted one goal and an assist during the 2023-24 season from 34 appearances, his primary contribution is usually in a holding versus attacking role.

AUGUST 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE