Borja Iglesias
CEL
Center Forward
Playmaking Forward
Jan 17, 1993 (33)
Right
6'2"
190 lb
Suffers torn calf
Iglesias is out for the time being due to a calf tear, according to his club.
Analysis: Iglesias is heading to the sidelines and will likely miss a decent chunk of time, depending on the severity, anywhere between a month and three months out with the injury. This will leave the club without a veteran option at forward, although he has seen minimal time this year, mainly as a depth presence. He will now be set for recovery, hoping to suffer no setbacks along the way.
Ruled out against Juventus
Iglesias (calf) has been ruled out of Thursday's Europa League clash against Juventus after suffering a blow to his soleus muscle, according to the club.
Analysis: Iglesias has suffered another physical setback after an earlier left soleus injury disrupted his start to the season. The striker has yet to make a La Liga start this campaign, having been limited to substitute appearances since returning to action. His latest calf issue will keep him out against Juventus, with his recovery set to be assessed in the coming days. Ferran Jutgla and Iago Aspas could benefit from increased attacking responsibilities during his absence.
Still limited to substitute role
Iglesias has yet to make his first start of the season after a muscle injury sidelined him early in the campaign and limited his minutes following his return.
Analysis: Borja Iglesias has finished as Celta Vigo's top scorer in each of the last two La Liga campaigns, netting 11 and 14 goals respectively, but he has been restricted to substitute duty since recovering from a left soleus tear. The training injury initially ruled him out for three matches before a setback in his recovery sidelined him for an additional fixture. Manager Claudio Giraldez has managed his return cautiously following a disrupted pre-season, building up his workload. The lack of a Spain call-up should allow Iglesias to utilize the international break for a crucial training block, enabling him to reach full match fitness and reclaim his starting spot.
Back available for UEL
Iglesias (calf) is available for Wednesday's Europa League opener against AC Omonia, the club posted.
Analysis: Iglesias had been a doubt for that match due to discomfort in the same area as his previous myofascial tear in the left soleus, with coach Claudio Giraldez opting for caution at the time. His return to availability now confirms that scare has passed, giving Celta back an important attacking option for the European opener.
Ruled out against Malaga
Iglesias (calf) is not in the squad for Sunday's match against Malaga.
Analysis: Iglesias is left out after recently returning to training while still carrying discomfort, keeping him unavailable for Sunday's match.
Doubtful against Malaga
Iglesias (calf) is a doubt for Sunday's clash against Malaga, according to coach Claudio Giraldez, per Grada de Rio. "Borja had some discomfort in the same area and we're going to be cautious with him."
Analysis: Iglesias had recently returned from the myofascial tear in his left soleus suffered in August, receiving medical clearance to face Getafe after completing a full training session. This new discomfort in the same area now raises fresh concern, and his availability will continue to be monitored as Celta manages his workload carefully.
Cleared to face Getafe
Iglesias (calf) has received medical clearance after completing Sunday's team training session and is available for Monday's La Liga clash against Getafe, according to the club.
Analysis: Iglesias has completed his recovery from the myofascial tear in his left soleus suffered Aug. 25, having missed Celta's recent league fixtures while working his way back. His return gives manager Claudio Giraldez an important option at center-forward and adds a proven focal point to an attack that has lacked his presence during the opening weeks of the campaign. After completing a full session with the group Sunday, Iglesias could immediately return to the matchday squad, though his recent layoff may influence how many minutes he receives.
Out two weeks with injury
Iglesias will miss around two weeks with a left soleus muscle tear, Celta announced Tuesday.
Analysis: Iglesias did not feature at all in the league opener and will now miss the upcoming commitments after suffering a left soleus myofascial rupture. The forward only returned to training on Aug. 11 following his post-World Cup vacation, but he is now expected to spend around two weeks on the sidelines.
Back at Afouteza for new season
Iglesias is back at Afouteza to prepare for the new season with Celta Vigo, according to the club.
Analysis: Iglesias finished last season as Celta's top scorer with 14 goals and two assists across 35 LaLiga appearances, and capped it with his World Cup debut for Spain, coming on for just a minute or two in stoppage time of the win over Portugal after going unused in the tournament's first four matches. His return to club training now shifts focus to preseason preparations as he looks to build on last season's productive campaign.
Makes 2026 World Cup debut
Iglesias recorded no stats in Monday's 1-0 victory versus Portugal.
Analysis: Iglesias would come onto the field late into stoppage time Monday, earning just over a minute or two os play before the final whistle was blown. This was his World Cup debut, going unused in their first four games. That said, he only earned one touch in his time on the field.
Quiet in last match
Iglesias generated one clearance in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Sevilla.
Analysis: Iglesias was not effective Saturday, failing to get a shot with a clearance made during. Saturday's finale. He does finish season as the team's top goal scorer with 14 goals through 35 appearances, starting 21 times while assisting twice and creating 17 chances. Since signing a new deal over the summer,the forward will return for a third campaign with the team.
Scores winner Saturday
Iglesias scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Atletico Madrid.
Analysis: Iglesias scored the lone goal of Saturday's match, a strike in the 62nd minute assisted by Williot Swedberg. It marked his third consecutive match with a goal and he now has 14 in La Liga this season. He was subbed off in the 68th minute for Ferran Jutgla.
Scores off bench in win
Iglesias scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-1 win versus Elche.
Analysis: Iglesias entered the fray Sunday with just 19 minutes remaining and scored with his lone shot attempt in Celta Vigo's 3-1 home win over Elche. The goal marks successive appearances in which the forward has found the back of the net, following a stretch of eight appearances (four starts) without a goal. Iglesias has now bagged 13 goals over 31 appearances (18 starts), marking his most in a single La Liga campaign since he scored 15 times for Real Betis during the 2022/23 campaign.
Scores in Sunday's loss
Iglesias scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Villarreal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 74th minute.
Analysis: Iglesias converted a penalty in the 73rd minute Sunday, a strike which cut the deficit to 2-1. It marked his 12th goal of the season but his first since March 6. The penalty attempt was his only shot attempt in the match, and he was subbed off 10 minutes later for Hugo Gonzalez.
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