VEDAT MURIQI NEWS

Scores in road win Muriqi scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 win over Sevilla.

Impact Muriqi scored the equalizer in the second half with his fifth goal in the campaign. That was his only shot and only offensive contribution stat-wise. The forward also helped on defense with his second-most clearances so far (three).

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Bags late equalizer Muriqi scored a goal off his lone shot, created one chance and suffered two fouls during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Muriqi just can't stop scoring right now and this time the goal was even more important as his header off a cross from the left in the 85th minute prevented his team from losing a third consecutive game. This was the fourth goal over the last three starts for the striker, who's finally back to the form displayed in his first campaign with Mallorca.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Olmo and Torres lead Barcelona to 3-0 win over Getafe in Spanish league

Dani Olmo scored and assisted Ferran Torres with a neat backheel pass as Barcelona beat Getafe 3-0 in the Spanish league

SEPTEMBER 21 • Associated Press

Nets two in loss Muriqi scored two goals to go with 13 shots (seven on goal) in Monday's 3-2 defeat against Espanyol.

Impact Muriqi did what he could to give his side a chance, netting one header and converting a penalty. This marked his second straight game with a goal, and he is now up to three on the season. He also set season highs with a whopping 13 shots and seven on target,

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Pere Milla scores and is sent off as Espanyol reacts late to beat Mallorca in thriller

Pere Milla has scored and been sent off as Espanyol surrendered a two-goal lead then scored a late penalty to beat Mallorca 3-2 in La Liga

SEPTEMBER 15 • Associated Press

Scores early Muriqi scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Real Madrid.

Impact After not starting the last match, Muriqi made good on his appearance Saturday with an early goal. While the lead didn't last, he's likely going to remain in the lineup in two weeks when Mallorca play a tough Espanyol side.

AUGUST 31 • 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

Back from suspension Muriqi is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Muriqi has cleared his ban due to his straight red card against Barcelona, with the striker set to return in their next contest. He has been an undisputed starter for Mallorca when available and is expected to return directly to the starting XI against Real Madrid on Saturday.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension Muriqi is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Muriqi has cleared his ban due to his straight red card against Barcelona, with the striker set to return in their next contest. He has been an undisputed starter for Mallorca when available and is expected to return directly to the starting XI against Real Madrid on Saturday.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Lamine Yamal Scores Stunner in Barcelona's LaLiga Opener Win Over Mallorca

Barcelona has kicked off its La Liga title defense with a 3-0 victory against nine-man Mallorca.

AUGUST 16 • FOX SPORTS

Raphinha and Yamal score as Barcelona starts La Liga title defense beating 9-man Mallorca

Barcelona has kicked off its La Liga title defense with a 3-0 victory against nine-man Mallorca

AUGUST 16 • Associated Press

Shown straight red Muriqi was sent off in the 37th minute of Saturday's match against Barcelona due to a red card.

Impact Muriqi didn't make it through the first half of the season opener, as the forward was shown a red card after a review by VAR. This will leave the club without their starting forward for the rest of the match and their contest against Celta Vigo on Aug. 23. That said, a change will be made to fill his spot, with Cyle Larin the most likely to take his spot.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Renews contract Muriqi has renewed his contract with Mallorca, according to his club.

Impact Muriqi is seeing an extension after a decent season, with the forward continuing his tenure until 2029 after joining in 2022. He would earn the deal by scoring seven goals and two assists in 29 appearances (24 starts). That said, he should see a similar role in the 2025/26 season.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots Saturday Muriqi recorded three shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Muriqi was in his regular forward role Saturday but couldn't find the back of the net despite firing off four shots. That said, he ends his season without a goal in his past six appearances. He was able to match last season's total in goal contributions and ended a decent campaign, scoring seven goals and bagging two assists in 29 appearances (24 starts), although he will look to return to 2022/23 form, where he earned 18 goal contributions.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Monday Muriqi (hamstring) is on the bench for Monday's game against Girona.

Impact Muriqi participated in training with no limitations last week, so it's not surprising to see the Kosovo striker as part of the squad. Mallorca are taking a precautionary approach with him, though, and he'll be on the bench while Cyle Larin leads the attack once again.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Monday Muriqi (hamstring) is fit for Monday's trip to Girona, per Juanmi Sanchez of Marca.

Impact Muriqi is fit for selection after training in full throughout the week prior to the match. The forward could compete for the starting role now that he's back fit. Prior to the injury Muriqi had gotten the start in almost every match. If Muriqi is fit then Takuma Asano could shift back to his normal role on the right wing.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Muriqi (hamstring) was back in training with the team on Monday, according to La Zona Diez.

Impact Muriqi had been sidelined for three games after being forced off in the game against Celta Vigo due to a hamstring injury. He was spotted back in team training on Monday and is likely to be available against Girona on Monday. He will be in contention with Takuma Asano for a starting spot in the frontline, the Japanese forward being back available as well for that game.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with hamstring injury Muriqi has been diagnosed with a left hamstring tear, the club announced Monday.

Impact Muriqi was diagnosed with a hamstring injury after leaving Saturday's 2-1 loss to Celta Vigo, the same injury that Manu Morlanes and Takuma Asano also suffered. Hamstring problems tend to sideline players for a couple of weeks at a minimum, and his return date will depend on his recovery process. He'll probably target a return date toward the end of April or the beginning of May. Cyle Larin and Abdon Prats are expected to lead Mallorca's attacking line while Muriqi is sidelined.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Exits first half Muriqi was forced off the field in the 37th minute of Saturday's match against Celta Vigo due to an apparent injury.

Impact Muriqi did not last until halftime in his return from an undisclosed injury, as he was forced off in the 37th minute. It looks to be that he just returned a bit too early, likely needing to appear off the bench instead of start. That said, he will hope to recover over the next few days and return for their next outing.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

In starting XI Muriqi (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Celta Vigo.

Impact Muriqi is seeing his return Saturday, with the forward overcoming an undisclosed injury to see a spot in the starting XI. He is their typical starter and should continue in this spot, with seven goals and two assists in 24 appearances (20 starts) this season.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Celta Vigo Muriqi (undisclosed) features in the squad list for Saturday's clash against Celta Vigo.

Impact Muriqi has recovered from the discomfort he experienced last week and is included in the squad for Saturday's match against Celta Vigo. This is positive news for the team as he has been an undisputed starter this season and is expected to return directly to the starting XI.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Out with discomfort Muriqi is out for Sunday's match against Valencia, according to manager Jagoba Arrasate, per Cesar Mateu of Marca. "Muriqi has been tested today and did not have good feelings."

Impact Muriqi is not an option Sunday, as he has returned from international duty with discomfort after going through some testing. This is a tough loss for the club, as he is a regular starter. That said, the club is expected to give Takuma Asano the start at forward with Muriqi out.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, misses PK in win Muriqi scored one goal to go with an own goal, five shots (three on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Espanyol.

Impact Muriqi had a busy match that started with an own goal in the 53rd minute to score the opener for Espanyol. He then missed a penalty kick in the 62nd. The forward redeemed himself converting another PK during stoppage time to complete Mallorca's comeback win with his seventh goal in 2024-25.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Menace to opposing defenders Muriqi recorded six shots (one on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Muriqi did a little bit of everything in attack for Mallorca on Sunday against Deportivo Alvaes. In 90 minutes played, he was fouled six times (the most of any player in the match), won the most duels in the match with 16, and created three chances. However, he did miss two big chances which could have secured three points for Mallorca. However, his all-around game was otherwise stellar. Hopefully he can put away those chances this Sunday against Athletic Bilbao.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Two goals in victory Muriqi scored two goals to go with four shots (three on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-1 win over Las Palmas.

Impact Muriqi got out to a quick start as he buried his squad's first goal of the match with a header from the center of the box, assisted by Dani Rodriguez in the seventh minute of play. His second goal came in the 28th minute, when he fired a shot from the center of the box, assisted by Johan Mojica. This marked the second straight game with at least one goal for Muriqi, who is up to seven shots and four on target over the two outings. He also accounted for a minimum of two chances created for a fourth time on the season.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE