Emil Audero
RAY
Makes six saves in defeat
Audero made six saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-0 defeat versus Elche.
Analysis: Audero made six saves while conceding three goals during Saturday's 3-0 home defeat to Elche, facing nine shots on target throughout the contest. He was beaten twice from the penalty spot during the first half, with Federico Redondo opening the scoring in the 23rd minute before Fer Nino doubled Elche's advantage 13 minutes later. Audero was subsequently beaten by German Valera's low finish in the 68th minute, although his six saves prevented an even heavier defeat as Rayo struggled defensively despite creating opportunities at the opposite end.
Three saves in 1-1 draw
Audero registered three saves and allowed one goal in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Getafe.
Analysis: Audero made his fifth La Liga start in a row since joining the club and has kept one clean sheet in that time. In his last four games, he has conceded three goals, fewer than he did in his first game.
Plays and reaches ASEAN Cup final
Audero started for Indonesia in a decisive 9-2 win over Bangladesh that secured a spot in the FIFA ASEAN Cup final, according to Union Rayo.
Analysis: Audero reclaimed the starting role after being on the bench for the previous two matches, completing the full match in a frantic finish that ultimately saw Indonesia edge Malaysia for top spot in Group A on goals scored during group play. He will face Thailand in Monday's final before returning to Rayo Vallecano with renewed confidence after fully overcoming the fitness scare that had briefly sidelined him earlier in the tournament.
Back in training, option moving forward
Audero (undisclosed) has returned to team training with Indonesia ahead of Monday's match against Malaysia, leaving behind the physical discomfort that kept him out of the match against Singapore, according to Union Rayo.
Analysis: Audero has taken on a prominent role in goal for Rayo Vallecano since joining this summer, following the serious injury to Augusto Batalla, so a prolonged absence would have been a fresh setback for the club. His return to group work now suggests the issue was only a scare, though his place in the lineup against Malaysia remains to be confirmed.
Suffers minor injury
Audero is dealing with an undisclosed injury while on international duty with Indonesia and is uncertain for Monday's match against Malaysia, according to coach John Herdman, per Union Rayo. "Regarding the injury, we are still assessing goalkeeper Audero."
Analysis: Audero missed Indonesia's 2-0 win over Singapore due to the injury, with Maarten Paes starting in goal in his absence. The exact nature and severity of the issue remain unclear, with Indonesia continuing to assess him ahead of Monday's match. Paes would likely remain between the posts against Malaysia if Audero is unavailable, while Daniel Cardenas, who is competing with Audero for the starting role at Rayo Vallecano, would be in line to start at club level if the injury forces Audero to miss time.
Makes two saves in draw
Audero had two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Osasuna.
Analysis: Audero was beaten in the 16th minute when Ante Budimir produced an acrobatic finish from the center of the box, but he kept Osasuna off the scoresheet the rest of the way. Audero ended up playing a key role as Rayo earned a point away from home for the first time this season. He should remain in the XI as long as Augusto Batalla (leg) remains sidelined.
Beaten once but earns win
Audero made three saves and allowed one goal in Tuesday's 2-1 victory over Espanyol.
Analysis: Audero couldn't do anything in the goal scored by Roberto Fernandez, but he was solid the rest of the way. He should remain in a starting role as long as Augusto Batalla (leg) remains sidelined.
Gives up four goals
Audero had seven saves and allowed four goals in Saturday's 4-1 defeat versus Real Madrid.
Analysis: Audero's seven saves made this scoreline less devastating but he still gave up four goals in the loss. Things might be less hectic against Espanyol but the side has scored eight goals through five LaLiga matches.
Joins Rayo on loan
Audero has joined Rayo Vallecano on loan from Como for the remainder of the season.
Analysis: Audero arrives at Rayo with extensive experience in Italian football, having represented Juventus, Venezia, Sampdoria, Inter Milan, Palermo and Cremonese during his career. The goalkeeper spent his two most recent loan spells away from Como with Palermo and Cremonese. Audero is expected to serve as Rayo's first-choice goalkeeper while Augusto Batalla remains sidelined with injury, giving him an immediate opportunity to earn regular minutes before facing increased competition once Batalla returns.
Sees four go
Audero made two saves and allowed four goals in Sunday's 4-1 loss against Como.
Analysis: Audero allowed four goals his former club Sunday, making just two saves during the loss. He ends the season with 34 Serie A appearances, conceding 50 goals while making 125 saves and making 11 clean sheets. His time in the league does come to end as the club has been demoted to Serie B.
Doesn't concede against Udinese
Audero made two saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Udinese.
Analysis: Audero had the second rather uneventful game in a row, as his defense did a nice job in containing the opponents. He has secured three clean sheets in the last five rounds, making 10 saves and giving up six goals over that span. Up next, Cremonese will host Como on Sunday.
Untested in clean sheet
Audero recorded no saves and allowed zero goals in Sunday's 3-0 win over Pisa.
Analysis: For the first time this season Audero had a quiet afternoon, going untested and securing his 10th clean sheet across 32 Serie A outings. The clean sheet provided a timely confidence boost for a goalkeeper who has been kept busy over the last seven games, producing 18 saves while conceding nine goals, with three shutouts to show for his efforts during that run. Udinese await on Sunday as he looks to carry that momentum forward.
Beaten twice in Lazio fixture
Audero made one save and one clearance and allowed two goals in Monday's 2-1 loss against Lazio.
Analysis: Audero couldn't do a lot more on two excellent finishes by Gustav Tang Isaksen and Tijjani Noslin in the second half. He has shut down the opponents once in the last five games, surrendering 17 goals and making nine saves. Up next, Cremonese will host Pisa on Sunday.
Blown away by Napoli
Audero registered six saves, parried away a PK and allowed four goals in Friday's 4-0 loss versus Napoli.
Analysis: Audero had a rough day at the office as his defense frequently fell apart, but he salvaged his performance with a robust number of saves and by intercepting Scott McTominay's spot-kick in the second half. He has kept two clean sheets and surrendered seven goals in the last five rounds, notching 17 saves and three clearances during that stretch. Up next, Cremonese will host Lazio next Monday.
Keeps clean sheet in draw
Audero registered one save and allowed zero goals in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Torino.
Analysis: Audero made one save in Sunday's 0-0 home draw against Torino, coming up big late on as he denied substitute Sandro Kulenovic in stoppage time with a sharp dive to his right to push the striker's effort wide for a corner and secure the point. He was largely untested for the rest of the match, with Torino producing just one shot on target over 90 minutes in a defensive showing that kept the hosts under wraps but offered nothing going the other way. Audero has now recorded two clean sheets in his last four Serie A appearances, although the result does little to ease Cremonese's relegation pressure as they sit just one point above the drop zone. He will be in for a much tougher assignment on Friday against Napoli.
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