Ricardo Rodriguez
33-Year-Old
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La Liga
Expected to start at left-back
Rodriguez has been named in Switzerland's World Cup squad and is expected to start at left-back under coach Murat Yakin, arriving at the tournament with the experience of a player who has been a consistent presence in the national team setup for over a decade.
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Rodriguez contributed one assist alongside 33 tackles and 13 interceptions across 32 appearances in all competitions this season, continuing to provide the reliability and defensive solidity that has made him a trusted option at left-back for both club and country. His reading of the game, positional discipline and delivery from wide areas give Switzerland a dependable presence on that side of the pitch, and his experience in major tournaments ensures he will not be overawed by the occasion regardless of the opposition. Rodriguez is one of the most capped players in Swiss history and brings a level of experience and tactical understanding that is invaluable in a tournament setting. At 33, this figures to be his final World Cup, adding a personal motivation to deliver one last memorable performance on the biggest stage.
Rodriguez contributed one assist alongside 33 tackles and 13 interceptions across 32 appearances in all competitions this season, continuing to provide the reliability and defensive solidity that has made him a trusted option at left-back for both club and country. His reading of the game, positional discipline and delivery from wide areas give Switzerland a dependable presence on that side of the pitch, and his experience in major tournaments ensures he will not be overawed by the occasion regardless of the opposition. Rodriguez is one of the most capped players in Swiss history and brings a level of experience and tactical understanding that is invaluable in a tournament setting. At 33, this figures to be his final World Cup, adding a personal motivation to deliver one last memorable performance on the biggest stage.
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Fit for bench
Rodriguez (undisclosed) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Alaves.
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Should be available Sunday
Rodriguez (undisclosed) stopped team training on Saturday and was spotted running on the side of the pitch with a member of the coaching staff but should be an option for Sunday's clash against Alaves, coach Manuel Pellegrini said in the press conference, according to Zona Mixta. "Ricardo had some discomfort, but without any major consequences. I think he'll be in Vitoria without any issues, but we need to talk to him".
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Picks up ban
Rodriguez is suspended for one match in UEL play due to yellow card accumulation.
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Option Sunday
Rodriguez (strain) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Girona.
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Available to return Sunday
Rodriguez (strain) is available for Sunday's game against Girona, manager Manuel Pellegrini told media during Friday's pre-match press conference. "We only have Pau Lopez out due to injury, so the rest of the squad is fit and ready to play Sunday."
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