Villarreal Team News - Soccer

Tajon Buchanan - Four shots in loss Buchanan registered four shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Betis.

Impact Buchanan was very active against Real Betis in a match that proved difficult for much of the Villarreal squad. He has now scored just one goal in his last nine LaLiga appearances and has struggled to find consistent end product. Three of his five league goals this season came in a single match against Girona on August 24, highlighting how limited his production has been on paper since then. Even so, his performance against Betis showed clear upside, and he will look to build on that display despite facing a tough test against Real Madrid in the next fixture.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alfonso Pedraza - Doutbful against Ajax Pedraza (nose) is a doubt for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Ajax, coach Marcelino said in the press conference. "He has a clean nasal fracture. He doesn't need surgery,...

Impact Pedraza suffered a clean nasal fracture in Saturday's defeat against Betis that won't require any surgery. That said, the defender didn't train on Sunday due to dealing with a headache following the injury and will likely be a late call for Tuesday's clash against Ajax in the Champions League. Even if fit, Villarreal will likely not risk him for that game, allowing Sergi Cardona to see the start against the Dutch.

18 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Juan Foyth - No longer suspended Foyth served a one-match ban in the Champions League due to the red card he received against Dortmund in November and is now set to return in the next contest.

Impact Foyth served the ban for the red card he received against Dortmund in November and is now available for selection once more. He is an undisputed starter in the backline for the yellow submarine and is expected to claim back his role against Ajax on Tuesday.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Alfonso Pedraza - Suffers nose fracture Pedraza suffered a nose fracture in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Betis, coach Marcelino confirmed in a press conference. "In the first half, a slap from a Betis player resulted in A...

Impact Pedraza was forced off at the break after creating two chances in the first half due to suffering a nose fracture in a challenge. The left-back already suffered a similar injury back in 2023, therefore his situation will have to be monitored. If he had to miss some time, Sergi Cardona will be the one starting at left-back for the yellow submarine until he returns.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Santi Comesana - Sent off Saturday Comesana was sent off in the 76th minute in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Betis and will miss at least one game due to suspension.

Impact Comesana received a red card during the second half of Saturday's defeat against Betis and will be suspended for at least one game. This is a big blow for Villarreal since he is a regular starter in the midfield and his absence will force a change in the starting squad, with Thomas Partey and Dani Parejo expected to see increased playing time during his absence.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Santiago Mourino - Will miss Real Madrid game Mourino will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Mourino accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the clash against Real Madrid on Saturday. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been a regular starter at right-back for Villarreal, with Pau Navarro to receive a starting role in the backline during his absence.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Georges Mikautadze - Scores third in 3-1 win Mikautadze scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 victory over Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Mikautadze scored the third goal to help Villareal win 3-1. This goal put his team into a 3-0 lead. This was his fifth goal of the season, and he has scored in back-to-back La Liga games for the first time this season. He has taken three shots in back-to-back games and created two chances in both of these games.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Gerard Moreno - Scores in 3-1 win as half time sub Moreno scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Moreno scored his fifth goal of the season as he came on as a substitute after half-time. The attacker has only played in nine games this season, starting seven, having struggled with injury throughout the year. He took three shots in the game, his most since early November. He may aim to start in the next game against Betis.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Alberto Moleiro - Scores and assists in 3-1 win Alberto Moleiro scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 win against Deportivo Alaves.

Impact Moleiro scored the opening goal and assisted Georges Mikautadze, who scored the third. This was his eighth goal of the season and his third assist. He has started each of the last six games and scored four goals in that time, scoring in the last two games in a row. He has created at least two chances in each of the last three games.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Moleiro leads Villarreal's win over Alaves to strengthen hold on third in La Liga

Alberto Moleiro has delivered a goal and an assist to help Villarreal beat Alaves 3-1 and stay in touch with the La Liga front-runners

JANUARY 10 • Associated Press

Thomas Partey - Finds bench role Partey (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Alaves.

Impact Partey is named on the bench for Saturday's clash against Alaves after fully recovering from his recent issues. Despite being a regular starter in midfield this season he is held back as a substitute option. He provides cover behind Dani Parejo for the match.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Thomas Partey - Back available Saturday Partey (undisclosed) is feeling better physically and is back available for Saturday's clash against Alaves, coach Marcelino said in the press conference. "Thomas is feeling better...

Impact Partey has fully recovered from his issues and is an option against for Villarreal and will be part of the squad for Saturday's clash against Alaves. The midfielder has been a regular starter in the midfield this season for the yellow submarine and will be in competition with Dani Parejo to start the game on Saturday.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Juan Foyth - Appears against Elche Foyth (undisclosed) made six clearances as a substitute during Sunday's 3-1 win over Elche.

Impact Foyth recovered from a minor muscular issue in time to replace Santiago Mourino for the final 10 minutes of Sunday's clash. The Argentinian made nine league starts prior to the injury and was a consistent defensive contributor throughout the initial stages of the campaign. He'll now compete with Mourino and Rafa Marin for right- and center-back spots, respectively.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Tajon Buchanan - Back from suspension Buchanan has ended his ban and is an option for the club moving forward.

Impact Buchanan has served his ban after a game out, with the midfielder eligible to play in upcoming games. He has served as the main starter on the right flank this season and is expected to return to that role, recording five goals in 16 appearances (10 starts) this campaign.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Renato Palma Veiga - Suspension over Veiga is no longer banned and is an option moving forward.

Impact Veiga had suffered a red card in his last appearance but is back with the team, only missing one match despite the dangerous tackle. The defender has started in 11 of his 14 appearances this season and should return to his starting spot, especially with injuries in the defense.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolas Pepe - Assists Saturday Pepe assisted once to go with two tackles won and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus Elche.

Impact Pepe won two tackles while assisting once on one key passes during the win vs Elche. This was his first goal contribution since Aug 31. He had been struggling of late, having collected nine key passes, 13 successful dribbles, and just six won tackles in nine La Liga appearances.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Alfonso Pedraza - Scores in return Pedraza scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 win against Elche.

Impact Pedraza appeared in his first league match since Nov 30, scoring his first goal of the season as well. He has been sharing playing time with Sergi Cardona at left back, scoring seven times in 12 league appearances, assisting twice with 13 won tackles and six interceptions.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Alberto Moleiro - Scores goal Moleiro scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 win against Elche.

Impact Moleiro recorded one of the three goals scored by Villarreal Saturday. He has been on consistent form since the end of September, recording seven goals and two assists in the last 11 La Liga appearances, collecting 16 key passes, 13 shots on target and 11 successful dribbles in that span.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Georges Mikautadze - Nets goal, assist in win Mikautadze scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus Elche.

Impact Mikautadze recorded two goal contributions for the first time this season, putting him at four goals and three assists. He is in a rotational role for Villarreal, making seven starts in 12 La Liga appearances, collecting 12 shots on target and seven key passes.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Santiago Mourino - Returns to action in win Mourino (undisclosed) took one shot (zero on goal) and made six clearances, three tackles (two won) and one block in 80 minutes during Saturday's 3-1 win over Elche.

Impact Mourino completed his recovery and made his 11th La Liga start of the campaign after missing the previous two contests. He focused primarily on defensive duties throughout the match and ended up leaving with cramps. Mourino will aim to be favored in the competition with Juan Foyth for the remainder of the season.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Alfonso Pedraza - Starts Saturday Pedraza (groin) is in the lineup for Saturday's match vs Elche.

Impact Pedraza is back after missing the last match with a groin injury. This will be his first league appearance since Nov 30, making seven starts in 12 appearances in La Liga, assisting twice on the season.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Thomas Partey - Doesn't make squad list Partey (undisclosed) is not in the squad for Saturday's game against Elche.

Impact As expected, Partey won't be an option for the weekend clash against Elche as he continues to work his way back from an injury. His next chance to play will come against Alaves on Jan. 10.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Thomas Partey - Yet to resume training Partey (undisclosed) hasn't returned to training and is not expected to be available versus Elche on Saturday, according to Javier Mata of Diario AS.

Impact Partey hasn't played since Nov. 25, when he logged 65 minutes against Borussia Dortmund in the UEFA Champions League, and it seems he won't return against Elche. If that's the case, expect Thomas to aim for a return against Alaves (Jan. 10) or Betis (Jan. 17) before the team resumes their UEFA Champions League campaign on Jan. 20 against Ajax.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Santiago Mourino - On track to play Saturday Mourino (undisclosed) returned to training this week and will be an option for Saturday's game at Elche, according to Javier Mata of Diario AS.

Impact Mourino returned to training earlier this week, and all signs point to him being available to face Elche. The defender, who can play both at center-back or full-back, hasn't seen action since going the full 90 in the win over Real Sociedad on Nov. 30.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Alfonso Pedraza - Back in training Pedraza (groin) returned to training this week and will be an option for Saturday's game at Elche, according to Javier Mata of Diario AS.

Impact Pedraza has been sidelined since mid-December due to a groin injury, and he didn't play against FC Barcelona in the team's final game before the end of the year. He has been training since Tuesday, however, so he should be an option to feature this weekend against Elche, although it's uncertain if he'll start or not.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

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Moleiro leads Villarreal's win over Alaves to strengthen hold on third in La Liga