Impact Alvarez left last weekend's defeat against Barcelona at halftime with a head injury, but he was back and fully recovered on Wednesday, and he should be fine for the weekend as well.
MARCH 2, 2022 âą ROTOWIRE
Plays in Copa del Rey Alvarez (head) started and played the full 90 minutes in Wednesday's defeat to Valencia in the Copa del Rey semifinal.
Leaves early in loss Alvarez was replaced by Inigo Martinez after 45 minutes of Sunday's 4-0 loss to Barcelona.
Impact Alvarez took an elbow to the head and with some bleeding, it became easier to sub him off and prevent further issues from developing. Should a concussion be confirmed, his chances will be slim of playing in Wednesday's cup match against Valencia but he could push for Monday's match against Levante.
FEBRUARY 27, 2022 âą ROTOWIRE
Young Williams leads Athletic to another Super Cup final
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Makes six interceptions in draw Alvarez kept a clean sheet with six interceptions made during Sunday's scoreless draw with Deportivo Alaves.
Impact Alvarez also generated nine clearances during a rainy derby that had his team pinned deep in their own half for much of the final moments. This marked a first clean sheet for Alvarez in six matches, though the schedule remains tough and it may be difficult to make a habit of this even for a strong defensive side.
JANUARY 10, 2022 âą ROTOWIRE
Keeps clean sheet in draw Alvarez kept a clean sheet with two interceptions made during Monday's scoreless draw with Getafe.
Impact Alvarez has been exceptionally busy in recent weeks based on the struggles of the attack and he has goalkeeper Unai Simon to thank for another scoreless game. With the next match coming against Lucas Ocampos and Sevilla, Alvarez will need to remain on his toes.
DECEMBER 7, 2021 âą ROTOWIRE
Unused in win Alvarez (knee) was an unused substitute during Sunday's 1-0 win over Alaves.
Impact Alvarez was expected to return after the international break, and did just that. The defender will try to push Dani Vivian for the starting spot, though injuries could see both forced into the starting XI.
OCTOBER 18, 2021 âą ROTOWIRE
Likely to return after break Alvarez (knee) is expected to return to the squad after the international break, according to Pako Ruiz of deia.
Impact Alavrez has been sidelined with a knee injury since late August but is close to returning after making full appearances in training. The defender is expected to return to the squad after the upcoming international break, where he will challenge Dani Vivian for the starting XI spot.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 âą ROTOWIRE
Still out Alavarez (knee) remains out for Saturday's trip to Valencia after failing to make the initial squad list.
Impact Alvarez picked up the knee injury late in August and still has been out with little known about the severity of the injury. The defender will have a chance to make the starting XI for Friday's clash with Alaves. In his place Dani Vivian will likely remain in the starting XI.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 âą ROTOWIRE
Out with knee issue Alvarez is dealing with tendinopathy in his left knee which caused him to miss Saturday's draw with Barcelona, his club announced Tuesday.
Impact Alvarez could be out for up to six weeks and then won't necessarily be at full fitness, so this injury is a bit troublesome early into the campaign. Fortunately, Dani Vivian has come into the lineup and played well over the opening two games, so Alvarez has a steady replacement that shouldn't derail a strong defensive side.
AUGUST 24, 2021 âą ROTOWIRE
Out against Barca Alvarez will miss Saturday's match against Barcelona, according to manager Marcelino via Noelia Mejias of El Desmarque.
Impact Alvarez wasn't able to participate in training throughout the week and adds another absence to a long list for this club. In his absence, Inigo Martinez is likely to get another start and Unai Nunez could get his first call into the lineup.
AUGUST 20, 2021 âą ROTOWIRE
Athletic Bilbao routs Getafe 5-1 in Spanish league
Athletic Bilbao has maintained its impressive run of late by routing Getafe 5-1 in the Spanish leagueJANUARY 25, 2021 âą Associated Press
MATCHDAY: New Dortmund coach faces Union Berlin test
Can new Borussia Dortmund coach Edin Terzic pass a test that Bayern Munich failedDECEMBER 18, 2020 âą Associated Press
