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Today the best player in the world can add to his goal tally against the nefarious dark forces from the catalan catacombs.

ARRIBAS & BLANCO

I remember telling you guys early in the season that Arribas and Blanco were only good to secure a loan out of the club and not even be used as rotational pieces by our club outside of early Copa Del Rey fixtures. Seems so.

ALABA & MILITAO PROSPECTIVES

ASENSIO SCORES AGAIN

Asensio seems to have found his knack for goals again. Already at 5 goals this season in 18 appearances. Meanwhile, Rodrygo is only 3 goals behind in 19 appearances. If he continues to up his numbers, Rodrygo might actually have some real competition.