Villarreal Team News Page 10 - Soccer

Alfonso Gonzales - Could return Sunday Alfon (calf) was back in team training Friday and could be an option for Sunday's clash against Valencia, according to Apuntesports.

Impact Alfon arrived at his new club still managing a calf issue, but the forward returned to full team training Friday and now has a real shot to feature in Sunday's showdown against Valencia. That would be a timely boost for the Yellow Submarine, adding another live body to the frontline and easing the load on Alberto Moleiro. If he is cleared, he gives the attack more flexibility and much-needed depth heading into the weekend.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Dani Parejo - Back in team training Parejo (undisclosed) was back in team training Friday and could be an option for Sunday's clash against Valencia, according to Apuntesports.

Impact Parejo sat out the last match with a muscle issue but was back on the training pitch Friday, signaling the setback was minor. The veteran midfielder is now firmly in the mix for Sunday's showdown against his former club Valencia. If he gets the green light, he is in line to reclaim the starting spot he has consistently held in recent weeks under coach Marcelino Total.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 19 • Associated Press

Pape Gueye - Two shots, two crosses Gueye registered two shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Wednesday's 1-0 victory over Levante. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 72nd minute.

Impact Gueye would start in a fourth straight match Wednesday, recording a decent day in the attack with two shots and two chances created, although no goal contribution. He has yet to earn a goal contribution since returning from AFCON, remaining at two goals and one assist.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolas Pepe - Provides assist Pepe assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 1-0 win over Levante. In addition, he was given a yellow card i...

Impact Pepe would find Georges Mikautade in the 57th minute for the lone goal of the match, earning an assist. This comes just a game after scoring a goal, now with three goal contributions in his past four appearances. He is up to three goals and four assists in league play this season, just two goal contributions off of last season's tally.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Georges Mikautadze - Scores loan goal of match Mikautadze scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one corner in Wednesday's 1-0 win against Levante.

Impact Mikautadze would find the back of the net yet again for the lone goal of the match, with the forward scoring in the 57th minute. This is a third straight appearance with a goal for the forward, now with four goal contributions in their past three games. He has scored eight goals and four assists in 19 appearances (13 starts).

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Thomas Partey - Featured off bench Wednesday Partey (groin) featured 11 minutes off bench in Wednesday's 1-0 win against Levante, confirming he is back available for Villarreal.

Impact Partey put his groin issue behind him this week, logging 11 minutes off the bench in Wednesday's win over Levante after working his way back through full team training. It's a positive development for the Yellow Submarine, giving them another body and some added muscle in midfield. That said, once the squad is at full strength, he's expected to slot into more of a rotational role rather than lock down a guaranteed starting spot.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Mikautadze helps Villarreal tighten grip on third place with 1-0 win at Levante in Spanish league

Villarreal has strengthened its hold on third place in the Spanish league with a 1-0 win at Levante in a match that was initially postponed last year

FEBRUARY 18 • Associated Press

Rafa Marin - Suffers injury against Levante Marin subbed off with a potential knee issue during the midweek meeting with Levante.

Impact Marin got hurt following a knock in the second half of this match, but it remains to be seen if he picked up a significant injury. It was his first league appearance in three games in February, and he contributed seven clearances, one interception and one block over 79 minutes on the field. Renato Veiga could return to the initial lineup alongside Pau Navarro in case Marin is ruled out of future matchups.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Georges Mikautadze - Scores against Getafe Mikautadze scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Getafe.

Impact Mikautadze started on the bench but still made a major impact, scoring his side's only goal from a rebound inside the box. The Georges Mikautadze forward has now scored in back to back league matches, and his return of seven goals and four assists in just 12 starts is highly impressive. Despite it being a frustrating performance overall for Villarreal, he made the most of his opportunity and continues to show strong attacking efficiency. He will look to build on that momentum in the next fixture against Levante, who sit 19th, where he could push his way back into the starting lineup.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Dani Parejo - Out Wednesday Parejo (undisclosed) is out for Wednesday's match against Levante.

Impact Parejo was a late call for Wednesday, but has not passed his testing, with the midfielder sent to the sidelines due to an undisclosed injury. The club takes the field again Sunday and will hope he is an option, as he did start in four of their past five games.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Dani Parejo - Late call Wednesday Parejo (muscular) is a late call for Wednesday's clash against Levante, coach Marcelino Total said in the press conference. "Dani has a muscular problem, we have to see if he can b...

Impact Parejo is battling a muscular issue and will be evaluated ahead of Wednesday's showdown against Levante to determine whether he can make the matchday squad. The veteran has been a locked-in starter in Villarreal's midfield this season, so his status is one to monitor closely. If he's forced to miss time, Santi Comesana is the top candidate to step in and absorb those minutes in the engine room.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Gerard Moreno - Remains out Wednesday Moreno (undisclosed) remains out for Wednesday's clash against Levante, coach Marcelino Total said in the press conference. "Gerard remains out."

Impact Moreno is still sidelined after the muscular issue he picked up during the warmup against Espanyol, and for now, he remains out of action. There's no firm timetable on his return, and this latest setback hits hard for Villarreal. The captain is a locked-in starter whenever he's fit, a cornerstone of the front line, so losing him forces a tactical reshuffle in the starting XI. With Moreno unavailable, expect either Nicolas Pepe or Ayoze Perez to step up and log heavier minutes as the Yellow Submarine looks to keep its attacking edge intact.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 16 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Struggling Rayo Vallecano stuns Atletico Madrid 3-0 amid fan boycott

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FEBRUARY 15 • Associated Press

Thomas Partey - Not an option Saturday Partey (groin) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Getafe.

Impact Partey is not an option for Saturday's showdown against Getafe after missing the last two matches with a groin injury. The midfielder has not yet been cleared to return despite nearing full fitness. The medical staff continue to prioritize caution and his absence does not significantly impact the starting XI given his rotational role this season.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Alberto Moleiro - On bench Saturday Moleiro (illness) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Getafe.

Impact Moleiro is named on the bench for Saturday's showdown with Getafe after dealing with a fever that made him a late question mark. Although he has been a regular starter on the left side of midfield, the coaching staff opts to manage his workload. Tajon Buchanan is starting on the left wing for that clash.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Sergi Cardona - Makes bench Saturday Cardona (illness) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Getafe.

Impact Cardona is named on the bench for Saturday's showdown with Getafe after dealing with a fever during the week. The left-back had been considered a serious doubt but is fit enough to be included among the substitutes. Alfonso Pedraza is likely to handle the heavier workload on the left side of the backline until he returns to full fitness.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 13 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Sergi Cardona - Suffering from illness Cardona (illness) is a doubt for Saturday's clash against Getafe, according to Javi Mata from Diario AS.

Impact Cardona is one of two players currently fighting off a fever and remains a serious doubt for Saturday's showdown with Getafe. The left-back is likely headed for a late fitness test following the final training session to determine whether he's cleared to suit up. He has been rotating on the left side of the backline with Alfonso Pedraza, and if he can't go, it would open the door for his teammate to log heavier minutes for the Yellow Submarine.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Alberto Moleiro - Dealing with fever Moleiro (illness) is a doubt for Saturday's clash against Getafe, according to Javi Mata from Diario AS.

Impact Moleiro is one of two players currently battling a fever and is a real question mark for Saturday's showdown with Getafe. The midfielder is trending toward a late fitness test after the final training session to determine whether he's cleared to suit up. He has been a locked-in starter on the left side of midfield, and if he can't go, Santi Comesana is in line to slide into that spot.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Thomas Partey - Late call against Getafe Partey (groin) is a late call for Saturday's clash against Getafe, coach Marcelino Total said in the press conference. "Thomas is in the process of integrating with the team, but w...

Impact Partey sat out the last two matches with a groin injury but is closing in on a return to the squad. The midfielder will be evaluated after Friday's final training session to determine whether he is fit enough to be available for Saturday's showdown against Getafe. That said, the medical staff are intent on bringing him back at the right moment rather than rushing the process, and given that he has operated mostly as a rotational piece in midfield this season, his potential return would not significantly alter the starting XI.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Gerard Moreno - Ruled out Saturday Moreno (undisclosed) won't be an option for Saturday's clash against Getafe, coach Marcelino Total said in the press conference. "Gerard won't be available."

Impact Moreno has been battling muscular discomfort and was a late scratch against Espanyol, and after failing to train this week, he has officially been ruled out for Saturday's showdown with Getafe. The captain has been a locked-in starter whenever healthy, so his absence forces a shakeup in the starting XI. Nicolas Pepe is set to slide into the second striker role, while Tajon Buchanan is in line to regain a starting spot on the right wing.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

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.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

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.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

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