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Jose Gaya - Sent off Saturday Gaya was sent off in Saturday's game against Real Madrid.

Impact Gaya was sent off with a straight red card in the 79th minute, and that means the left-back will miss the Nov. 21 matchup against Rayo Vallecano. The Disciplinary Committee will determine whether they extend the ban, but if they don't, the earliest he'd be able to return to action would be against Osasuna on Sunday, Nov. 29.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Arnaut Danjuma - Assists on Sunday Danjuma assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 win against Elche.

Impact Danjuma set up Umar Sadiq for the only goal of the game in the 69th minute. Danjuma completed two dribbles, covered 10 kilometers and also made a clearance. He has made 11 appearances this campaign and this was his first goal contribution.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Umar Sadiq - Nets on Sunday Sadiq scored one goal to go with three shots (three on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Elche.

Impact Sadiq came on in the 61st minute and netted the only goal of the game assisted by Arnaut Danjuma. Sadiq completed a dribble, won two duels and managed three shots on target. He has marked his return from injury strongly and has now netted in back-to-back appearances.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Stole Dimitrievski - Secures clean sheet Dimitrievski registered three saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 1-0 win over Elche. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 91st minute.

Impact Dimitrievski recorded three saves and secured his fourth clean sheet of the campaign. He has now accumulated 14 saves and three clearances in the last four games and conceded four times. Next, he takes on Real Madrid.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Harvey Elliott - Option once again Elliott is no longer suspended and is an option for play again.

Impact Elliott was sent off in his last appearance but has now served the ban, as the attacker is set to return to action. This will give the club a bit more depth from the bench, as he has yet to start a match this season. He has still been consistently used from the bench, although it does keep his value limited.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dimitri Foulquier - Back in contention against Elche Foulquier is available for Sunday's La Liga encounter against Elche after completing his recovery from a long-term knee injury, according to coach Javier Aguirre. "Foulquier goes,...

Impact Foulquier has received the green light to rejoin Valencia's matchday squad after spending several months recovering from a knee injury sustained in February. The experienced right-back had been gradually rebuilding his fitness in recent weeks, with coach Aguirre previously estimating that he was around 90 percent recovered before the Villarreal encounter. His inclusion for Sunday's fixture represents another step toward resuming regular competitive action, although his lengthy absence could limit his immediate involvement. The 33-year-old provides Valencia with additional defensive depth on the right flank and could receive minutes off the bench as he works toward regaining his match sharpness.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Umar Sadiq - Available for Elche clash Sadiq is available for Sunday's La Liga clash against Elche after recovering from a hamstring injury that kept him sidelined for nearly two months, according to coach Javier Aguirr...

Impact Sadiq is set to return to Valencia's matchday squad after an extended absence, having last featured in the club's third La Liga fixture of the season. The Nigerian forward has spent nearly two months recovering from a hamstring injury, with the coaching staff carefully managing his rehabilitation to avoid further setbacks. Coach Aguirre had previously indicated that Sadiq needed additional time before returning to competitive action, but his latest comments confirm that the striker is ready to be included against Elche. Given his lengthy spell on the sidelines, Sadiq could initially be limited to a substitute appearance as he works toward regaining match fitness and challenging for a more prominent role in Valencia's attacking rotation.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Gaya - Fully available after nose injury Gaya trained fully throughout the week and is available for selection moving forward after recovering from the facial injury sustained against Villarreal, the club posted.

Impact Gaya has returned to full fitness after suffering a heavy blow to his nose during Valencia's 2-1 defeat against Villarreal last Saturday. The left-back was struck by Pape Gueye's elbow late in the encounter but managed to complete the match despite significant bleeding. Valencia subsequently planned to rest their captain for Wednesday's Copa del Rey fixture against Tavernes as a precaution, allowing him additional time to recover. Having participated in recent training sessions without restrictions, Gaya is now fully available for Sunday's La Liga clash against Elche and should be in contention to reclaim his regular starting role on the left side of defense.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Kayne Van Oevelen - Suffers right knee sprain van Oevelen suffered a sprain in his right knee during Friday's training session and will undergo medical treatment, physiotherapy and rehabilitation until his condition improves,...

Impact van Oevelen faces a spell on the sidelines after sustaining a knee injury during training at Valencia's facilities. The goalkeeper, who joined the club on loan from Ipswich Town for the 2026/27 campaign, will follow a recovery program under the supervision of Valencia's medical staff, although no specific timetable has been established for his return. His absence reduces the club's goalkeeping depth, with Stole Dimitrievski expected to remain the first-choice option and Cristian Rivero serving as his backup. van Oevelen will need to complete his rehabilitation before being considered for selection again, with further updates expected as his recovery progresses.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Spanish soccer federation postpones 24 Copa del Rey games after train crash, clubs show solidarity

The national soccer federation says all 24 Copa del Rey games scheduled for Wednesday have been postponed because of the train accident that killed more than 60 people in central S...

OCTOBER 28 • Associated Press

Pepelu - Lone goal for Valencia Pepelu scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Villarreal.

Impact Pepelu scored Valencia's lone goal in Saturday's defeat, ending his scoring drought with his first goal of the season after 10 consecutive starts. The midfielder has offered limited production overall, totaling just one shot on target, three key passes, 12 interceptions and six tackles through his opening 10 appearances.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Stole Dimitrievski - Allows two goals in defeat Dimitrievski registered one save and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Villarreal.

Impact Dimitrievski made just one save while conceding twice and winning an aerial duel in Saturday's loss. He has allowed seven goals across his last five league appearances, though he has still managed 17 saves and two clean sheets during that span.The keeper will face off with Elche for the next game on Sunday, who have scored eight goals in the last five contests.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Umar Sadiq - Targeting return against Elche Sadiq is expected to be available for Sunday's La Liga clash against Elche after making progress in his recovery from a hamstring injury, according to coach Javier Aguirre, per A P...

Impact Sadiq is closing in on his return to competitive action after spending nearly two months on the sidelines with a hamstring injury. The Nigerian forward has not featured since Valencia's third league match of the season, leaving him without regular playing time throughout much of the opening months of the 2026/27 campaign. Coach Aguirre recently indicated that Sadiq required additional recovery time ahead of Saturday's encounter against Villarreal, but the latest update suggests he is now targeting Sunday's La Liga meeting with Elche for his comeback. His potential availability would provide Valencia with another attacking option, although his inclusion in the matchday squad will depend on his fitness over the coming days. Given the length of his absence, Sadiq could initially be limited to a substitute role as he gradually rebuilds his match fitness before competing for more substantial playing time.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Dimitri Foulquier - Cleared for cup fixture Foulquier is available for Wednesday's Copa del Rey clash against Tavernes after recovering from a long-term knee injury, according to coach Javier Aguirre, per A Punt Esports.

Impact Foulquier is ready to make his return to Valencia's matchday squad after spending several months recovering from a knee injury sustained in February. The French defender had been gradually increasing his training workload in recent weeks, with coach Aguirre previously indicating that he was approximately 90 percent recovered ahead of Saturday's La Liga encounter against Villarreal. Although he was not considered ready for that fixture, the coach has now confirmed that Foulquier is available for Wednesday's Copa del Rey meeting with Tavernes, suggesting he has made sufficient progress to resume competitive action. Given his extended absence, the 33-year-old could initially be restricted to a substitute appearance as Valencia carefully manage his return to match fitness. His availability provides Aguirre with another option at right-back, although Foulquier will likely need several appearances to regain his rhythm before competing for a regular starting role.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Gaya - Set for tests after nasal injury Gaya is scheduled to undergo medical examinations Monday after suffering a heavy blow to his nose during Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Villarreal and is expected to be rested for W...

Impact Gaya sustained a painful facial injury during Saturday's encounter against Villarreal after being struck by Pape Gueye's elbow around the 80th minute, resulting in significant bleeding and a straight red card for the opposing midfielder following a VAR review. Despite the incident, the Valencia captain managed to complete the match, although further examinations are necessary to determine whether he suffered a nasal fracture. The medical staff will also assess whether he requires a protective mask, something the experienced left-back has previously worn following facial injuries. Valencia are planning to rest Gaya for Wednesday's Copa del Rey clash against Tavernes as a precautionary measure, with the primary objective of having him available for Sunday's La Liga encounter against Elche. His participation in that fixture will depend on the results of Monday's examinations, although the fact that he completed Saturday's match offers some encouragement regarding the severity of the injury.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

🦇 ¡Pepelu da la ventaja al Valencia!

OCTOBER 24 • YOUTUBE

Harvey Elliott - Sees red card vs. Villarreal Elliott was sent off in the final minutes of Saturday's 2-1 loss to Villarreal.

Impact Elliott was given a straight red card late in the game, and to make things worse for Valencia, they ended up losing the game on a stoppage-time goal from Georges Mikautadze. Elliott will miss the Nov. 1 matchup at Elche, but since he's yet to start a game this season for Los Che, his absence shouldn't be much of an issue from a fantasy perspective. If the Disciplinary Committee doesn't extend his ban, Elliott would be eligible to return against Real Madrid on Nov. 7.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Umar Sadiq - Needing more time Sadiq (hamstring) still needs more time before a return, according to manager Javier Agguire. "Sadiq still has a little more left, but we will have them soon."

Impact Sadiq is nearing a return to play but will still need another week or two, as he is not yet fully over his hamstring injury. The forward has yet to play since the third match of the season, a rough absence, although he will be happy that a return is right around the corner. Once fit, his role will likely be limited, serving in more of a rotational role.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Dimitri Foulquier - Missing another match Foulquier (knee) is out for Saturday's match against Villarreal, according to manager Javier Aguirre. "No one is summoned. Foulquier is at 90% of the recovery, but we will have the...

Impact Foulquier is still working on his return, and despite being close to making the squad, he will be left out for Saturday. The defender is treating his recovery very cautiously after suffering the injury in February, having spent a long time recovering and not wanting to risk a setback. With the defender so close, he will likely be back in action before the next international break, hoping to claim at least a rotational role.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Duro - Scoreless drought continues Duro had three shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Athletic.

Impact Duro looked active in the attacking third, but despite tallying multiple shots for the third time in his last four league outings, he couldn't find the back of the net. The striker has been enjoying a bigger role of late due to the absence of Umar Sadiq (hamstring), but even expanded playing time has not helped him score his first goal of the season. Sadiq is close to returning from injury, but Duro should stay in the XI for Saturday's home match against Villarreal.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Javier Guerra Moreno - Loaded stat line in draw Guerra had three shots (two on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Athletic. He also added three chances created and two tackles.

Impact Guerra couldn't assist as he did in the draw against Santander in the previous round, but the midfielder did a good job tacking up stats left and right in this contest. Over his last five starts with Valencia, Guerra is averaging 2.8 shots, 1.4 chances, 2.2 crosses and 1.0 tackles per game.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Stole Dimitrievski - Needs one save to earn clean sheet Dimitrievski made one save and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Athletic.

Impact Dimitrievski only needed one save to record his third clean sheet of the campaign. While the team has looked better defensively since the appointment of Javier Aguirre as manager, their overall shortcomings on defense and Dimitrievski's low save totals limit his upside. He has made more than three saves just twice this season excluding the three games in which he's kept his goal intact.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Rioja - Cleared to face Athletic Club Rioja (foot) has received medical clearance and is available for Saturday's La Liga clash against Athletic Club after recovering from lingering heel discomfort, according to coach...

Impact Rioja has overcome the heel problem that kept him sidelined for Valencia's previous matchup against Racing Santander. The winger had been dealing with discomfort for several weeks and previously attempted to play through the issue against Alaves, scoring the game-winning goal before being forced off after just 20 minutes due to renewed pain. Despite initially returning to team training, Rioja was unable to feature against Racing Santander as the coaching staff continued to manage his recovery. Having now received the medical green light, he is back in contention for Saturday's clash against Athletic Club, although his recent fitness struggles could lead coach Javier Aguirre to manage his playing time carefully.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

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Spanish soccer federation postpones 24 Copa del Rey games after train crash, clubs show solidarity