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MARCH 13 • YOUTUBE

Thomas Partey denies two new rape allegations after ex-Arsenal midfielder's not guilty plea on five previous charges

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey is set to deny two new counts of rape following a preliminary hearing at Westminster Magistrates' Co...

MARCH 13 • goal

Thomas Partey denies two new rape allegations after ex-Arsenal midfielder's not guilty plea on five previous charges

Logan Costa - Aims return in April Costa (knee) was spotted training partially with the team a few weeks ago and will need several more weeks of training before returning to the matchday squad in April, according to...

Impact Costa still needs several more weeks of training as he completes the final stage of his ACL rehab, with his return currently targeted for around April. The defender was spotted taking part in partial team training a few weeks ago and will aim to ramp up his workload in the coming weeks as he pushes to be fully fit for Villarreal's final stretch of the season. Costa had been a regular starter for the Yellow Submarine before suffering the long-term injury and could be in line to battle his way back into that role once he's back up to full speed.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Ayoze Perez - Remains out Perez (undisclosed) remains out for the time being due to injury, according to coach Marcelino Total.

Impact Perez has been limited in training since last week while dealing with an injury and will remain sidelined for Friday's matchup against Alaves. The forward doesn't have a clear timetable for his return but will aim to get back in the mix for next week's fixture against Real Sociedad. Until then, Nicolas Pepe is expected to shoulder a bigger role in the front line, though Gerard Moreno could also push his way back into the starting XI.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Willy Kambwala - Receives medical clearance Kambwala (hamstring) has received medical clearance and will be available for Friday's clash against Alaves, the club announced.

Impact Kambwala is cleared to return for Friday's clash against Alaves after recovering from the hamstring injury that kept him out all season. The defender could gradually earn minutes as he regains match fitness, boosting the team's depth in central defense.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Santi Comesana - Assists second in 2-1 win Comesana assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Elche.

Impact Comesana assisted his third goal of the season, having also scored three goals this year. He has started four games in a row, having been on the bench for the three games in a row before this. He created two chances for the first time since September this year and only the third time this season.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Pape Gueye - Assists opener in 2-1 win Gueye assisted once to go with four shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win against Elche.

Impact Gueye provided his second assist of the season, making it three goal involvements in a row for the midfielder. He created two chances for the third time in four games, and both of his assists this year have come in games where he created two chances.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Santiago Mourino - Scores second in 2-1 win Santiago Mourino scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Elche.

Impact Mourino scored his first goal of the season and had his third goal involvement of the year as he helped his side to a 2-1 win over Elche. Two of his goal involvements came in the last two matches. He has taken both shots on target this season in the last three games and has also created four chances in his last four games. He has also played the full 90 minutes in each of the last four games.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Tajon Buchanan - Scores opener in 2-1 win Buchanan scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win against Elche.

Impact Buchanon scored the first goal as his side went on to win 2-1. He returned to the starting lineup after three games out of the lineup. He scored from his only shot on target since January 17th. He also created two chances in the game for the second time since December. This was his sixth goal of the season and his first since December 6th.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Villarreal beats Elche to stay level on points with 3rd-place Atletico in Spain as Getafe wins again

Villarreal has beaten struggling Elche 2-1 to stay level on points with third-place Atletico Madrid in La Liga

MARCH 8 • Associated Press

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MARCH 8 • YOUTUBE

Gerard Moreno - Starting Sunday Moreno (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Elche.

Impact Moreno is back with his team as expected after a spell of four games out due to an undisclosed injury. This is solid news for the club as they gain back their regular forward. He has started in 10 of his 12 appearances, recording seven goals in that time.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Willy Kambwala - Waiting for medical green light Kambwala (hamstring) is nearing a return to the matchday squad and waiting for the green light that could happen ahead of Sunday's clash against Elche, according to coach Marcelino...

Impact Kambwala has been training at full speed this week and has looked sharp in sessions, but he's still waiting on the final medical green light. Coach Marcelino Total didn't rule him out for Sunday's clash against Elche, as that clearance could arrive before kickoff if everything continues trending the right way. It's encouraging news for Villarreal since it would give the squad another option along the back line, though he's still not fully match-ready yet.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Ayoze Perez - Not available Sunday Perez (undisclosed) won't be an option for Sunday's clash against Elche, according to coach Marcelino Total. "Perez won't be available for us."

Impact Perez has been on a managed training schedule this week and ultimately won't be ready for Sunday's showdown with Elche, as he couldn't shake off the issue that's been bothering him over the past few days. It's a tough break for the Yellow Submarine, as Perez has been a regular starter up front and his absence will force a reshuffle in the starting XI. Nicolas Pepe now stands out as the leading candidate to partner in attack, with Gerard Moreno (undisclosed) only just back in the mix.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Gerard Moreno - Available against Elche Moreno (undisclosed) is back available for Sunday's clash against Elche, according to coach Marcelino Total. "Gerard trained fully this week and will be an option."

Impact Moreno returned to full team training this week after sitting out the last five games with a muscle issue he suffered during the pregame warmup against Espanyol. The Yellow Submarine captain is now back to full fitness and in the mix for Sunday's showdown with Elche. The coaching staff won't push things too quickly to avoid any setbacks as he could return to the bench but Moreno should still slide back into his usual starting spot leading the attack in the upcoming fixtures.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Ayoze Perez - Misses second day of training Perez was not in training for a second straight day, according to A Punt Esports.

Impact Perez looks to be questionable heading into Sunday's contest, with the attacker absent from training for a second consecutive day. This is a major concern for them as he has started in their past three games, potentially forcing Tani Oluwaseyi or Gerard Moreno (undisclosed) to start. This adds to Perez's recent struggles, with his last goal contribution coming Dec. 6, 12 games ago.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ayoze Perez - Misses second day of training Perez was not in training for a second straight day, according to A Punt Esports.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Willy Kambwala - Spotted in team training Kambwala (hamstring) was spotted in team training Wednesday, the club posted.

Impact Kambwala is closing in on a return from the hamstring injury that has kept him sidelined since the start of the season after being spotted back in team training this week, and he could rejoin the matchday squad in the coming fixtures. This is a big boost for Villarreal, who could use another defensive body in a back line that has been stretched thin by injuries throughout the campaign. That said, after spending so many months on the sidelines, the club is not expected to rush Kambwala back into action.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Willy Kambwala - Spotted in team training Kambwala (hamstring) was spotted in team training Wednesday, the club posted.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Gerard Moreno - Trains fully Tuesday Moreno (undisclosed) was spotted back in team training Tuesday and could be an option for Sunday's clash against Elche, according to Xavi Sidro from Cadena SER.

Impact Moreno has been sidelined for the last four matches after picking up a muscular issue during the pregame warmup against Espanyol, but the captain was back on the training pitch Tuesday with the team after doing individual session at the end of last week. He is trending toward being available for Sunday's showdown against Elche, though the staff is expected to manage his minutes carefully given his injury history and the risk of a setback. Until he is fully match-fit, Ayoze Perez and Georges Mikautadze should continue leading the line together in coach Marcelino's two-striker setup.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Hansi Flick Targets Comeback: "We Want to Make the Impossible Possible" Hansi Flick calls for unity and belief as Barcelona chase an unlikely comeback, citing Villarreal as the blueprint for their attitude.

MARCH 2 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Two Real Madrid Players Return to Matchday Squad vs Getafe Real Madrid face Getafe on March 2, a huge game given the results at the weekend. With Barcelona earning a win against Villarreal, Los Blanc...

MARCH 2 • SI.COM

Santiago Mourino - Provides assist in loss Mourino assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 defeat to Barcelona.

Impact Mourino delivered the assist on Pape Gueye's 49th-minute finish, capitalizing on a set-piece sequence to spark Villarreal's breakthrough. On the defensive end, he was under pressure all night dealing with relentless direct runs and sharp one-twos, particularly once Lamine Yamal started owning the right channel with confidence. Santiago finished with two tackles (two won) and four clearances, but it was not enough to flip the script, as the helper marked his second of the season after previously setting one up against Girona in the second meeting of the year.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Pape Gueye - Scores goal in defeat Gueye scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-1 defeat versus Barcelona.

Impact Gueye dragged Villarreal back into the fight in the 49th minute, burying a close-range finish after a corner wasn't fully cleared to make it 2-1 and give the visitors real momentum coming out of halftime. That surge ultimately faded as Villarreal failed to cash in on their strong spell and were punished when Lamine Yamal struck again on the counter, but Gueye's goal stood out as the defining moment for the Yellow Submarine. The Senegalese midfielder was brilliant against the Blaugranas, matching two season highs with four tackles and three interceptions while scoring for the second straight game, underlining his red-hot form and growing impact in the final third.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Yamal scores first hat trick for Barcelona in win over Villarreal in La Liga

Barcelona superstar Lamine Yamal has scored the first hat trick of his career in a 4-1 win over Villarreal that moved his team four points clear at the top of La Liga

FEBRUARY 28 • Associated Press

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Thomas Partey denies two new rape allegations after ex-Arsenal midfielder's not guilty plea on five previous charges

Villarreal beats Elche to stay level on points with 3rd-place Atletico in Spain as Getafe wins again

Yamal scores first hat trick for Barcelona in win over Villarreal in La Liga