SEVILLA NEWS

Odysseas Vlachodimos - Three saves in 3-0 defeat Vlachodimos had three saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 77th minute.

Impact Vlachodimos made three saves but conceded three second-half goals as his side fell to a heavy 3-0 defeat. He has kept one clean sheet in his seven La Liga appearances this season, and this is the second time this season that he has conceded three goals.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Batista Mendy - Starting in midfield Mendy (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Atletico.

Impact Mendy has recovered from his hamstring injury and was named in the starting lineup for Saturday's match against Atletico. He returned to full training with the team on Thursday and was quickly deemed fit to start in midfield.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Cesar Azpilicueta - Makes starting XI Azpilicueta (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Atletico.

Impact Azpilicueta has been training in full since two days and has shown no signs of discomfort. The veteran has passed his final fitness test and returns to the starting XI for Saturday's clash against the Colchoneros. He resumes the role he has made his own since joining Sevilla over the summer.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Tanguy Nianzou - Returns to bench Nianzou (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Atletico.

Impact Nianzou is one of several players who are returning for Sevilla ahead of the clash against the Colchoneros. He's been a regular starter at the back for manager Matias Almeyda but will begin this one on the bench as he continues to work back to full match fitness. A return to the XI could come soon depending on how Sevilla manage his minutes.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Cesar Azpilicueta - Included in squad Azpilicueta (undisclosed) is in the squad for Saturday's game against Atletico Madrid.

Impact The veteran defender returned to training earlier this week, so he'll be an option to boost the defense this weekend. Azpilicueta could very well return to the XI right away since he's mostly been a starter when healthy.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Batista Mendy - Available to play Saturday Mendy (hamstring) is in the squad for Saturday's game against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Mendy will return to the squad for this clash Saturday, though that was expected given the fact that he'd been back in training in recent days. His return will add depth to the defensive line.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Tanguy Nianzou - Makes squad to face Atletico Madrid Nianzou (hamstring) is in the squad for Saturday's game against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Nianzou is one of several players who are returning for Sevilla ahead of this match. He's been a regular starter at the back for manager Matias Almeyda and could very well return to the XI right away in this contest.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Batista Mendy - Could return against Atletico Mendy (hamstring) could be available for Saturday's clash against Atletico, coach Mathias Almeyda said in the press conference.

Impact Mendy has been training in full since two days and isn't suffering from any issue. The midfielder will be late call but could be back available for Saturday's clash against the Colchoneros. If deemed fit enough for the game, Mendy should return to a starting role in the midfield since he started five of his six apperances for Sevilla this campaign.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Cesar Azpilicueta - Could be available Saturday Azpilicueta (undisclosed) could be available for Saturday's clash against Atletico, coach Mathias Almeyda said in the press conference.

Impact Azpilicueta has been training in full since two days and isn't suffering from any issue. The veteran will be assessed after the final training session but could be back available for Saturday's clash against the Colchoneros. If deemed fit enough for the game, Azpilicueta is expected to resume the starting role he has claimed since his arrival in Sevilla over the summer.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Batista Mendy - Trains with squad Thursday Mendy (hamstring) was spotted back in team training on Thursday, the club posted.

Impact Mendy missed the last game due to a hamstring injury but appears to have fully recovered since he was spotted training with the team on Thursday. This puts him in a strong position to be available for Saturday's clash against Atletico. If deemed fit for the game, Mendy is expected to return directly to the starting midfield, with Nemanja Gudelj likely moving back to the bench.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Tanguy Nianzou - Training with team Nianzou (hamstring) was spotted back in team training on Thursday, the club posted.

Impact Nianzou suffered a setback after coming back from injury late September but is seeing a good progression towards his return since he was spotted in team training on Thursday. Nianzou started two of his three appearances this season under coach Mathias Almeyda, suggesting he could be in contention to hold a decent role if he can remain fit.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Cesar Azpilicueta - Back in team training Azpilicueta (undisclosed) was spotted back in team training on Thursday, the club posted.

Impact Azpilicueta suffered an injury early in the game against Mallorca that revealed to be minor since he was already back in team training on Thursday after missing the last game against Real Sociedad. The veteran is in good position to be back available for Saturday's clash against his former club Atletico. If deemed fit enough for the game, Azpilicueta is expected to resume the starting XI against the Colchoneros.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Joan Jordan - Not ready for play Jordan (back) is still out for Tuesday's match against Toledo, according to manager Matias Almeyda. "Still doesn't feel physically or football-wise ready to play, he will continue...

Impact Jordan was training with the group last week but is still working on his recovery, as the midfielder is still building up fitness and is not yet an option. That said, the midfielder will turn to Saturday's match against Atletico Madrid for a possible return, maybe just missing the cup match to ensure he is an option for the weekend.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Lucien Agoume - Picks one match suspension Agoume will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards.

Impact Agoume accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the clash against Atletico on Saturday. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been a regular starter this season in the midfield, with Djibril Sow expected to start deeper on the pitch to replace him.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Alexis Sanchez - Picks up thigh injury Sanchez is out for time time being due to a thigh injury, according to his club.

Impact Sanchez started in Friday's match against Real Sociedad but had to leave the field early in the 52nd minute, now deemed to have suffered a thigh injury. This is a something to monitor for the club, as he has started in three of their past four games. The club will expect the attacker to likely miss at least a game or two with the injury, likely forcing Akor Adams, Alfon or Chidera Ejuke into a starting spot.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Oyarzabal scores twice in first half to give Real Sociedad 2-1 win over Sevilla

A first-half double from Mikel Oyarzabal has given Real Sociedad a 2-1 win over Sevilla

OCTOBER 24 • Associated Press

Alfonso Gonzales - Available off bench Alfon (ankle) is on the bench for Friday's game against Real Sociedad.

Impact Alfon was deemed healthy enough to play after participating in training earlier in the week. He'll wait for his chance on the bench, as Alexis Sanchez, Isaac Romero and Ruben Vargas will be the front three for Sevilla this time.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Alfonso Gonzales - Makes squad for Friday Alfon (ankle) is in the squad for Friday's game against Real Sociedad.

Impact Alfon returned to full training earlier this week and will finally be eligible to return to the side. He'll compete with Alexis Sanchez for a starting role in the front three.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Cesar Azpilicueta - Suffers groin injury Azpilicueta suffered a groin injury in Saturday's clash against Mallorca and will miss several weeks to recover, according to Orgullo Biri.

Impact Azpilicueta was forced off in the 3rd minute of Saturday's defeat against Mallorca after suffering a groin injury. The veteran is expected to miss several weeks to recover and his absence will force a change in the backline, with Ramon Martinez as the most likely option to play in his spot.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Alfonso Gonzales - Should return Friday Alfon (ankle) trained in full in the recent days and should return in Friday's clash against Real Sociedad, according to ABC.

Impact Alfon missed the last four games due to an ankle injury that he has now fully recovered from since he was back in full team training this week and should return to the match squad for Friday's game. The playmaker started all of his appearances this season and will be in contention to start against the Basques if deemed fit enough.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Tanguy Nianzou - Aiming return next week Nianzou (hamstring) is expected to resume team training next week, coach Matias Almeyda said in the press conference.

Impact Nianzou will miss a fourth game in a row due to a hamstring injury but is expected to be back in training next week with the team and therefore not so far from returning. Nianzou started two of his three appearances this season and will likely be in competition for that role moving forward.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Alfonso Gonzales - Spotted training Wednesday Alfon (ankle) was spotted in team training on Wednesday, the club posted.

Impact Alfon is progressing well in his recovery from an ankle injury after being spotted training fully with the team on Wednesday. The forward is in a good position to be available for Friday's clash against Real Sociedad, although he will likely be a late call for the game to avoid any setbacks.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Batista Mendy - Deals with hamstring injury Mendy suffered a hamstring injury and isn't training with the team this week, according to Marca.

Impact Mendy will miss some time to recover from a hamstring injury he suffered in the recent days. The midfielder has been an undisputed starter in the heart of the game under coach Mathias Almeyda this season and his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Nemanja Gudelj likely starting in the midfield until he returns.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Carmona - Assists against Mallorca Jose Angel Carmona assisted once to go with five crosses (three accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 loss against Mallorca. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...

Impact Carmona created Ruben Vargas' opener in the 16th minute with his third assist in the campaign. He logged a season-high five crosses during the loss. The right-back also received his third yellow card in eight appearances (seven starts).

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE