Saúl
Saúl Ñíguez Esclapez
- Position
- Midfielder
- Nationality
- Spain
- Born
- Nov 21, 1994, Elche (31 years old)
- Height
- 184 cm
- Weight
- 76 kg
Data updated on Oct 8, 2026 · Source: Footlab AI database (API-Football, Wikidata) · Wikidata entry
How many goals has Saúl scored?
Saúl has 52 goals and 29 assists in 530 official matches: 49 goals at club level and 3 for the national team. In 2026: 0 goals in 13 matches.
Totals since 2011 across competitions tracked by Footlab AI.
Which club does Saúl play for?
Saúl is in the Flamengo squad, playing as a Midfielder.
What are Saúl's stats in 2026?
In 2026, Saúl has 0 goals and 1 assist in 13 matches, for 385 minutes played.
Breakdown by competition
| Season | Competition | Matches | Goals | Assists | Minutes | Average rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | CONMEBOL Libertadores | 3 | 0 | 0 | 99 | 5.1 |
| 2026 | Copa Do Brasil | 1 | 0 | 0 | 45 | 6.9 |
| 2026 | Serie A | 9 | 0 | 1 | 241 | 6.7 |
| 2025 | FIFA Intercontinental Cup | 2 | 0 | 0 | 48 | 6.9 |
| 2025 | Copa Do Brasil | 1 | 0 | 0 | 47 | 6.8 |
| 2025 | CONMEBOL Libertadores | 1 | 0 | 0 | 261 | 6.8 |
| 2025 | Serie A | 16 | 0 | 2 | 1,173 | 7.1 |
What has Saúl won?
Footlab AI records 9 titles won by Saúl, across 7 competitions.
| Competition | Titles | Seasons |
|---|---|---|
| UEFA Super CupEurope | 2 | 2018/2019, 2012/2013 |
| UEFA Europa LeagueEurope | 2 | 2017/2018, 2011/2012 |
| FIFA Intercontinental CupWorld | 1 | 2021 UAE |
| La LigaSpain | 1 | 2020/2021 |
| Audi CupWorld | 1 | 2017 |
| Super CupSpain | 1 | 2014/2015 |
| Copa del ReySpain | 1 | 2012/2013 |
Which clubs has Saúl played for?
Footlab AI records 7 transfers for Saúl, the most recent in 2025.
| Date | From | To | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 2025 | Sevilla | Atletico Madrid | Back from Loan |
| Jul 22, 2025 | Atletico Madrid | Flamengo | Free agent |
| Jul 15, 2024 | Atletico Madrid | Sevilla | Loan |
| Jul 1, 2022 | Chelsea | Atletico Madrid | N/A |
| Aug 31, 2021 | Atletico Madrid | Chelsea | Loan |
| Jul 1, 2014 | Rayo Vallecano | Atletico Madrid | N/A |
| Jul 23, 2013 | Atletico Madrid | Rayo Vallecano | Loan |
What are Saúl's latest matches?
Over the last 8 matches played, Saúl scored 0 goals and provided 0 assists in 290 minutes.
- Sep 20, 2026Flamengo 2–1 RB BragantinoSerie A90 min6.6
- Sep 18, 2026Flamengo 1–1 Independiente del ValleCONMEBOL Libertadores20 min6.3
- Sep 6, 2026Remo 0–1 FlamengoSerie A6 min6.4
- Sep 2, 2026Flamengo 2–0 MirassolSerie A17 min6.5
- May 30, 2026Flamengo 3–0 CoritibaSerie A14 min6.9
- May 27, 2026Flamengo 3–0 CuscoCONMEBOL Libertadores70 min7.3
- May 24, 2026Flamengo 0–3 PalmeirasSerie A14 min6.3
- May 17, 2026Atletico Paranaense 1–1 FlamengoSerie A59 min6.7
Who are Saúl's teammates?
The Flamengo squad includes 33 other players recorded by Footlab AI.
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Which other players play in the same position?
Here are the 12 players with the most minutes at Midfielder in Serie A, excluding Flamengo.
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