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Gerard Moreno - Misses Wednesday training Moreno (undisclosed) was absent from training Wednesday, according to A Punt Esports.

Impact Moreno, who missed the last Liga match against Espanyol after feeling discomfort during the warm-up, was not spotted in training Wednesday and is questionable for Saturday's clash against Getafe. The forward has a lengthy injury history, so the club is expected to be cautious with his return. Ayoze Perez and Nicolas Pepe are likely to see increased minutes in attack alongside Georges Mikautadze if he remains sidelined.

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Thomas Partey - Back in training Partey (groin) returned to training Wednesday, according to A Punt Esports.

Impact Partey missed the last two Liga matches due to a groin injury but returned to full team training this week and could be available for Saturday's clash against Getafe. The midfielder has operated in a rotational role this season, so his return could impact the minutes of Dani Parejo and Pape Gueye.

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Tajon Buchanan - Earns assist Buchanan assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 4-1 victory against Espanyol. In addition, he was gi...

Impact Buchanan would come up with an assist in the 35th minute of Monday's win, finding Georges Mikautadze off of a cross in the 35th minute. This does mark his first assist of the season, although he has bagged five goals in his 21 appearances (14 starts).

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Nicolas Pepe - Finds back of net Pepe scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Monday's 4-1 victory over Espanyol.

Impact Pepe would earn another goal contribution Monday after an injury moved him from the right flank to forward, scoring in the 50th minute of the outing. This comes after an asisst last match, his only two goal contributions in his past seven appearances. He is up to three goals and three assists in 21 appearances (13 starts) this season.

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Georges Mikautadze - Two goal contributions Mikautadze scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and three chances created in Monday's 4-1 win versus Espanyol.

Impact Mikautadze would be one of two players for Villarreal to bag two goal contributions Monday, first finding the back of the net in the 35th minute, then linking up with Alberto Moleiro for an assist in the 55th minute. This does give the forward his first goal contributions in five appearances, starting in three games during that span. He is now up to 10 goal contributions in 17 appearances this season, with six goals and four assists.

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Alberto Moleiro - Goal, assist Monday Moleiro scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and one chance created in Monday's 4-1 victory over Espanyol.

Impact Moleiro had a great day in the attack Monday, which saw his club earn the win, first recording an assist in the 50th minute before a goal in the 55th minute. This brings the midfielder up to 13 goal contributions this campaign in 22 appearances. He is just one goal off of double-digit goals, already with a career high for a season.

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Gerard Moreno - Not playing as precaution Moreno (undisclosed) was unable to train fully in recent days and was ultimately left out of the starting XI as a precaution due to ongoing discomfort, coach Marcelino Toral said i...

Impact Moreno had been limited in training over the past few days due to lingering discomfort but still pushed to test himself in the warm-up ahead of Monday's matchup with Espanyol. The captain did not feel fully right and was ultimately scratched from the starting XI as a precaution with the staff unwilling to take any unnecessary risks. Nicolas Pepe stepped in alongside George Mikautadze in the two-striker setup while Tajon Buchanan regained a starting role on the right wing against the Catalans.

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USA's Alex Freeman Makes La Liga Debut In Villarreal's Win Over Espanyol

USA right-back Alex Freeman made his debut for new club Villarreal, coming on as a second-half substitute.

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USA's Alex Freeman Makes La Liga Debut In Villarreal's Win Over Espanyol

Alfonso Pedraza - No longer banned Pedraza is available again after serving his suspension in Monday's match against Espanyol.

Impact Pedraza will aim to regain the starting role from Sergi Cardona for upcoming contests, offering both attacking and defensive value in a left-back role. Prior to his suspension, Pedraza scored once and delivered three assists over 21 games played considering both league and UCL action.

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Gerard Moreno - Dropped from starting XI Moreno was a late scratch from the starting XI for Monday's match against Espanyol due to physical discomfort.

Impact Moreno is not going to play Monday despite his spot in the starting XI, as he has instead been dropped to the sidelines due to injury. After being a late call for the game, it appears he returned too early, possibly facing a setback. He will look to recover in time for Saturday's match against Getafe, with Tajon Buchanan entering the starting XI in his place while moving Nicolas Pepe to forward.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ayoze Perez - Option from bench Perez (hamstring) is on the bench for Monday's match against Espanyol.

Impact Perez needed some testing for Monday's match, but appears to be fit again, with the attacker on the bench. He has served in more of a rotational spot this season after an injury limited him at the beginning of the season, starting in six of his 14 appearances while recording two goals and three assists.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Gerard Moreno - Starting Monday Moreno (strain) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Espanyol.

Impact Moreno was a late call but has passed his testing, with the forward an option from the starting XI immediately after his injury. He will look to continue his success from the last match after bagging a brace, notching seven goals this season in 13 appearances (11 starts).

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Gerard Moreno - Looks to be option Monday Moreno (strain) appears to be an option for Monday's match against Espanyol, according to manager Marcelino Garcia Toral. "Gerard had problems during the week and we have to be pru...

Impact Moreno was absent from training this week but has returned to training and appears to be an option again. This is massive news for the club as they gain back their veteran starting forward, with seven goals in 12 appearances (10 starts). If fit, he could see the start immediately, although they may be cautious to preserve his health.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ayoze Perez - Late call for Monday Perez (hamstring) is a late call for Monday's match against Espanyol, according to manager Marcelino Garcia Toral. "Ayoze has been gradually joining the group and we will decide to...

Impact Perez is going to be a late call Monday, with the attacker needing further testing after joining the group this week. If fit, he will likely see a spot on the bench to begin, only starting in six of his 13 appearances this campaign while recording two goals and three assists.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Gerard Moreno - Trains away from group Moreno trained away from the group Friday and is doubtful to face Espanyol on Monday due to muscular discomfort, according to Jaume Puig of SuperDeporte.

Impact Moreno was expected to be a regular after scoring two goals in the draw against Osasuna this past weekend, but this setback suggests the team will exercise caution with the striker's availability. If Moreno can't play Monday, then expect Nicolas Pepe or Tani Oluwaseyi to partner with Georges Mikautadze upfront.

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Nicolas Pepe - Ends draught with assist Pepe grabbed one assist, had one shot on goal and created one chance in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Osasuna.

Impact Pepe came into Saturday's game with only one goal contribution in his last 18 appearances but was able to find Gerard Moreno in the 70th minute to draw his team even and earn them a needed point. Hopefully a performance like this can be what gets Pepe headed in the right direction. A date with Espanyol on Monday awaits Pepe and Villarreal.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Gerard Moreno - Secures brace in win Moreno scored two goals on three shots and had one clearance in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Osasuna.

Impact Moreno was all the offense for Villarreal on Friday. He converted from the penalty spot in the 20th minute to open the scoring and then again in the 70th minute to knot the match up at 2. The talented forward now has seven goals in 13 appearances this year, and while health has been a major issue, production has not been. Moreno will look to keep it rolling on Monday versus Espanyol.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Alfonso Pedraza - Suspended one game Pedraza will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in La Liga.

Impact Pedraza accumulated five yellow cards in La Liga and will be suspended for the clash against Espanyol next Monday. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been a regular starter in the backline for Villarreal, with Sergi Cardona likely regaining a starting role for that game.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Thomas Partey - Ruled out with groin issues Partey is ruled out for the time being due to groin issues, coach Marcelino Total said in the press conference. "Thomas was dealing with some groin discomfort and asked for the sub...

Impact Partey was forced off at halftime during Wednesday's loss against Leverkusen in the Champions League due to groin discomfort and is now ruled out for the time being as he recovers from the issue. The midfielder has been a rotational option in midfield for Villarreal this season, starting half of his games in La Liga and four of his five appearances in the Champions League, therefore his absence will benefit other midfielders, with Dani Parejo, Santi Comesana and Pape Gueye expected to share the midfield duties during his absence.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Alfonso Gonzales - Will miss several games Alfon is still dealing with a calf injury suffered in his Sevilla days and will be sidelined for several games, coach Marcelino Total confirmed in the press conference. "Alfon won'...

Impact Alfon has been sidelined since late December due to a calf injury and is still dealing with the issue, as he won't be an option for several games with his new club Villarreal. The forward will hope to recover within the month of February to be fit for the Yellow Submarine, as he is expected to bring competition on the left wing to Alberto Moleiro and play a decent role under coach Marcelino Total.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

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Ayoze Perez - Suffers muscular injury Perez (undisclosed) was diagnosed with a muscular injury and won't be available for the time being, according to LaLiga journalist Jose Carrasco.

Impact Perez won't be an option for the match against Osasuna, and his availability going forward will depend on the results of further tests. This means Georges Mikautadze, Nicolas Pepe and Tani Oluwaseyi are all options to replace him upfront.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Villarreal announce signing of USMNT right back Alex Freeman from Orlando City on six-year deal

Villarreal have completed the signing of U.S. international Alex Freeman on a deal that lasts through 2032. The 21-year-old arrives from Orl...

JANUARY 30 • goal

Villarreal announce signing of USMNT right back Alex Freeman from Orlando City on six-year deal

Alex Freeman - Signs with Villarreal Freeman will join Villarreal on a transfer from MLS club Orlando City and will sign a contract until June 2023, the team announced Thursday.

Impact Freeman is coming off a great start to his career after registering six goals and three assists over 30 games played in the 2025 MLS season. That form has earned him a spot in the USMNT in recent international action, with the defender scoring twice during a Nov. 18 friendly against Uruguay. He'll add a promising prospect to the Groguets' roster and could immediately compete with Santiago Mourino, offering an offensive-minded right-back alternative.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

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