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Assists in Monday's loss Matic assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Monday's 4-2 defeat against Fiorentina.

Impact Matic assisted Armand Lauriente's second goal Monday, a strike in the 65th minute which tied the match at 2-2. It marked his second assist of the season and was one of three chances he created in the match. He also intercepted three passes and made one clearance as he played the full 90 minutes for the second time this season.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up opening goal Matic assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 win versus Juventus.

Impact Matic unlocked the Juventus defense with the pass that sent Sebastiano Esposito through for Sassuolo's opening goal, giving the midfielder an attacking contribution in a dramatic victory. He completed another full match in central midfield and has now started all four of Sassuolo's Serie A fixtures this season, recording one assist over that span.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Uneventful cameo against Cagliari Matic (illness) had 16 touches and no further stats in 32 minutes in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Cagliari.

Impact Matic returned to action following an illness but didn't get the start and didn't substantially contribute on either end off the bench. He'll likely resume starting over Cristian Volpato once completely healthy. He has logged four tackles (three won), one interception and one clearance in his last four showings (two starts).

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Matic (illness) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Cagliari.

Impact Matic was spotted in training during the international break after shaking off the illness that kept him out against Juventus, recovering enough to earn a spot in the squad. Sassuolo opted for a different scheme without him before the break, and the club may ease him back gradually rather than throwing him straight into the starting role. He has assisted once and posted six tackles, four clearances and one key pass across his last five showings.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Cagliari game Matic (illness) has been spotted in training during the break, Mediaset reported.

Impact Matic was unavailable versus Juventus because of an illness that affected multiple players, but he shook it off in the ensuing days. He'll likely resume starting after Sassuolo went with a different scheme without him two weeks ago. He has assisted once and posted six tackles (three won), four clearances and one key pass in his last five showings (four starts).

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Juventus Matic (illness) isn't available for Sunday's game versus Juventus.

Impact Matic is missing alongside a few teammates following an outbreak of pertussis. He'll look to clear the protocol during the international break. Aster Vranckx and Darryl Bakola are drawing a rare stat while he and Kristian Thorstvedt are shelved, while Edoardo Iannoni and Luca Lipani are the alternatives on the bench.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in at half time against Lazio Matic (illness) had 22 passes and didn't record further stats in 45 minutes in Monday's 2-1 loss to Lazio.

Impact Matic didn't start after not feeling well throughout the week and didn't have a good showing upon being deployed. He'll likely resume playing over Luca Lipani versus Bologna on Sunday. He has assisted once and notched three key passes, three interceptions and seven clearances in his last five outings. He failed to record a tackle in this one, halting a four-game string.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Fit Monday Matic (illness) is on the bench for Monday's match against Lazio.

Impact Matic was a late call with an illness, but appears to have woken up on the right side of the bed, with the midfielder a bench option. He had yet to miss a start all season when deemed fit or an option, so he should waste no time finding the starting XI again soon.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Lazio game Matic "had a challenging week because he and his family didn't feel well, but he managed to practice Sunday, and he wants to be there, but we'll see in what capacity," coach Fabio...

Impact Matic dealt with an illness in recent days but shook it off in time not to be ruled out in advance, but it remains to be seen whether he'll be fit enough to start as usual. Luca Lipani would take his place in the midfield if needed.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Will return against Atalanta Matic completed a two-match suspension in Friday's 3-0 win over Verona.

Impact Matic will be eligible to play against Atalanta next Sunday and likely resume starting over Luca Lipani. He has tallied at least one tackle in his last three showings, piling up four (one won) and three key passes, six clearances and two off-target shots and assisting once over that span.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Disqualified for two games Matic has been handed a two-match ban for insulting the referee, the League announced.

Impact Matic will skip the tilts versus Udinese and Verona, barring a successful appeal, which is unlikely in this kind of offense. Luca Lipani and Daniel Boloca will step in to take care of his role while he's unavailable.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Milan increases Serie A lead with 5-0 demolition of Sassuolo

Inter Milan routs 10-man Sassuolo 5-0 to extend its Serie A lead to eight points over AC Milan, which didn’t play this weekend because of the Milan Cortina Olympics

FEBRUARY 8 • Associated Press

Expelled in Inter clash Matic was sent off with a straight red card in the 55th minute of Sunday's defeat versus Inter.

Impact Matic recorded just one tackle (zero won) before saying something to the referee while protesting after the fourth goal. He risks a multi-game suspension. Luca Lipani, Daniel Boloca and Darryl Bakola will be candidates to replace him against Udinese next Sunday.

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate in Pisa clash Matic assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three clearances and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Pisa.

Impact Matic didn't put up big numbers but found Ismael Kone in the box following a corner kick ahead of the final goal of the game, recording his first helper. He has logged at least one key pass in the last five tilts, accumulating six chances created and adding eight tackles (five won) and seven clearances over that span. Additionally, he has taken one or more shots in the last three rounds, piling up five attempts (zero on target).

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Stellar in defense Matic generated five tackles (four won) in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Roma. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 85th minute.

Impact Matic won four of his five tackles on the day, giving Sassuolo a foothold in the match until Roma's goals in the second half. The veteran defender will have a good chance to replicate this production against a Napoli side which has scored 30 goals in Serie A play so far.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up yellow Matic had one cross (zero accurate) and one tackle in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Parma. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 59th minute.

Impact Matic orchestrated the midfield and completed 88 passes and also made two clearances and a tackle. He has been a constant presence, starting all 17 games and has now recorded six clearances, five tackles and four interceptions across the last four games.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Gets goal against Pisa Matic scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 2-2 draw versus Pisa.

Impact Historically known as a defensive-minded midfielder, Matic has added to a goal to his current season, his first for the league. On both ends of the ball, he has fared relatively well with 19 tackles (13 won) and nine chances created in 11 league appearances this season.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jayden Addai scores 2 goals as Como beats Torino 5-1 to move into Serie A top 6

Jayden Addai scored a goal in each half as Como beat Torino 5-1 to move into the top six of Serie A and extend its unbeaten run to 11 matches in all competitions

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Staunch in Atalanta meeting Matic won three of four tackles and recorded one shot (one on goal), two interceptions and three clearnaces in Sunday's 3-0 victory against Atalanta.

Impact Matic was dominant in the midfield and set a new season high in tackles. He has posted multiple ones in five consecutive matches, piling up 12 (eight won) and adding five tackles, seven clearances and four crosses (zero accurate) over that span. Instead, he failed to log a chance after creating five in the previous four rounds.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two tackles in draw Matic created one chance, sent in two inaccurate crosses, made two tackles (both won) and two clearances and suffered three fouls during Saturday's scoreless draw against Lecce.

Impact Matic did a little bit of everything in the middle of the park and, although he didn't have spectacular numbers across the board, the veteran is already making his presence to be felt and this should eventually start translating into more significant defensive numbers.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Vardy joins Mussolini's great grandson and a wave of enthusiasm at perfect Cremonese

At 38 Jamie Vardy is the latest big-name veteran to have moved to Italy

SEPTEMBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Ex-Man Utd & Chelsea midfielder Nemanja Matic completes Serie A return after Lyon departure | Goal.com US Sassuolo have confirmed the free signing of Nemanja Matic, with the midfielder making his return to Serie A.

AUGUST 26, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Signs with Sassuolo Matic has agreed to a one-year contract with a conditional option with Sassuolo.

Impact Matic returns to Serie A, where he previously played at Roma, after two years in France at Rennes and Lyon. He notched nine crosses (three accurate), 42 tackles, 18 interceptions and 30 clearances in 29 Ligue 1 matches last season. He'll be a linchpin once up to speed physically, pushing youngsters Luca Lipani and Andrea Ghion down the pecking order.

AUGUST 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nemanja Matic given four-game ban after covering anti-homophobia logo on Lyon shirt Le Havre striker Ahmed Hassan also received the same ban for the same offence.

JUNE 5, 2025 • NYTIMES.COM

Onana at fault twice as Man United draws 2-2 at Lyon, Tottenham held at home, Chelsea stays perfect

Lyon scored deep into stoppage time to rescue a 2-2 home draw against Manchester United in a Europa League quarterfinal first leg

APRIL 10, 2025 • Associated Press

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Inter Milan increases Serie A lead with 5-0 demolition of Sassuolo

Jayden Addai scores 2 goals as Como beats Torino 5-1 to move into Serie A top 6

Vardy joins Mussolini's great grandson and a wave of enthusiasm at perfect Cremonese

Onana at fault twice as Man United draws 2-2 at Lyon, Tottenham held at home, Chelsea stays perfect