Aitor Paredes
ATH
Registers 6 clearances
Paredes had one tackle (zero won), six clearances and one interception in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Deportivo Alaves.
Analysis: Paredes returned to the starting XI after coming off the bench in Athletic's previous two matches and helped the side keep Alaves off the scoresheet. The center-back played the full 90 minutes and contributed six clearances as Athletic remained largely untroubled defensively. His return to the lineup gives him an opportunity to re-establish a regular role in central defense, though competition for starts remains significant.
Nets loan goal for club
Paredes scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Sevilla.
Analysis: Paredes was the only player of Athletic to find the back of the net Saturday, scoring in the 70th minute of the loss. This is a rare goal for the defender, only earning two all of last campaign. He would also add two tackles won and five clearances while his club allowed three goals.
Scores in defeat
Paredes scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus Atletico Madrid.
Analysis: Paredes headed Ruiz de Galarreta's cross to open the scoring in the 23rd minute of a tough matchup. The center-back made the score sheet for the second time in 18 league appearances this season, and he added to his totals of 803 accurate passes and 72 clearances over that period. After being an unused substitute for a couple of games since his recovery from an undisclosed issue, he returned to the main lineup at the expense of Aymeric Laporte. However, there's a close competition for the spot ahead of the remainder of the campaign.
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