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Unused versus Monza Masina (foot) didn't feature in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Monza.

Impact Masina made the game-day squad list after an extended absence but didn't get minutes. He'll attempt to unseat Christian Kabasele and Thomas Kristensen to round out the defense under the new manager as his conditioning improves.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Traveling to Monza Masina (foot) has been called up for Sunday's match versus Monza.

Impact Masina is available for the first time in the season following a tricky foot injury. He could become the starter in the long run, but Christian Kabasele has better chances of making the initial formation in this case given his extended absence. He tallied ten crosses (four accurate), ten tackles, ten interceptions, and 26 clerances in 14 games (eight starts) last season before an ACL tear.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Masina (foot) "is starting to ramp up and will be back in the next couple of weeks," coach Andrea Sottil relayed.

Impact Masina has been out since mid-September due to a tricky foot injury and will skip one or two more fixtures because of it. He'll compete with Thomas Kristensen and Christian Kabasele once he's ready.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not coming back soon Masina has a torn ligament on his plantar fascia and could be out for two more months, Gazzettino Veneto informs.

Impact Masina took further tests on his injured foot during the break, which revealed a rather bleak diagnosis, although he won't need surgery to address the problem. Christian Kabasele has filled in for him so far, and Enzo Ebosse (knee) and Thomas Kristensen could also see minutes at the position in the upcoming matches.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss more matches Masina is expected to return after the September break due to a thigh injury, Messaggero Veneto informs.

Impact Masina isn't dealing with a major issue but will have to practice on the side for a couple of weeks, thus skipping the fixtures against Salernitana and Frosinone. Since Enzo Ebosse is unlikely to be ready so soon, Christian Kabasele is set to join Jaka Bijol and Nehuen Perez in the back while he's out.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined for opener Masina won't be an option against Juventus due to a muscular injury, Gianluca Di Marzio reports.

Impact Masina got hurt late in the week and will be assessed in the next few days. Christian Kabasele is likely to start since Enzo Ebosse is out as well.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out versus Juventus Masina (thigh) was unavailable for Sunday's 0-1 defeat against Juventus.

Impact Masina was ultimately ruled out after picking up a thigh injury in the previous match. He has been a rotational piece after recovering from an ACL tear. He has notched ten crosses (four accurate), ten tackles, 26 clearances, and ten interceptions in 14 appearances, contributing to two clean sheets.

JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Juventus game Masina (thigh) practiced very little after getting hurt in the previous game, Messaggero Veneto informs.

Impact Masina could fall out of the squad list due to a thigh problem. Walace and one between youngsters James Abankwah and Axel Guessand might start since they are extremely depleted defensively.

JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in Salernitana game Masina won two of three tackles, had one clearance and one block and left Saturday's 2-3 loss to Salernitana late due to muscular problem, coach Andrea Sottil announced.

Impact Masina filled in for Rodrigo Becao and had an okay performance but couldn't finish the game and will take some tests ahead of the season finale. He was replaced by striker Leonardo Buta, which led to some tactical adjustments, as they have run out of healthy defenders.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 9, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Nets in Sampdoria game Masina won three duels and scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), three clearances, and one chance created in Monday's 2-0 win against Sampdoria.

Impact Masina was picked over Nehuez Perez after the midweek round and hit the net with a towering header on a cross. He hadn't started since late February. He has posted four clearances, one chance, and one inaccurate cross in his last five appearances.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 8, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Used as sub versus Bologna Masina (thigh) logged 16 minutes in Saturday's 0-3 loss to Bologna.

Impact Masina didn't get the start even though Udinese were down multiple defenders, as the coach went with Marvin Zeegelaar, who was fitter. He'll be a backup in multiple roles from here on out.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Bologna game Masina (thigh) is good to go for Sunday's match versus Bologna, coach Andrea Sottil announced.

Impact Masina has solved a thigh problem that kept him out for the last two matches and will be a strong candidate to start in the back since Neheun Perez and Rodrigo Becao are suspended. He has notched five tackles, ten interceptions, 17 clearances, and three blocks in seven seasonal appearances, with one clean sheet.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Milan game Masina (thigh) was unavailable for Sunday's match against Milan.

Impact Masina sat out his second match in a row but should be able to recover during the break. If that was the case, he would start versus Bologna since Udinese will be down two men in the back.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Milan clash Masina (thigh) has been limited in practice throughout the week, Messaggero Veneto informs.

Impact Masina is at serious risk of skipping the second game in a row due to a thigh injury. Udinese would be thin very defensively if that was the case, but their three starters are available.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up thigh problem Masina wasn't on the bench for Saturday's 1-0 win over Empoli due to a flexor pull in his thigh, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Masina might be forced to skip the next game prior to the international game because of the late injury, the outlet adds. He's the top defensive backup with Enzo Ebosse recently going down with a serious injury.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to the bench in Verona game Masina (knee) was an unused sub in Monday's 1-1 draw with Verona.

Impact Masina tore his ACL in early September and recovered very quickly. He'll resume being a depth piece in the back and the left flank. He logged five crosses (three accurate), four tackles, seven interceptions, 11 clearances, and scored once in four matches before the major injury.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 26, 2022 • Associated Press

Finds target versus Milan Masina sent in two crosses, had three clearances, won six duels and scored on his only shot in Saturday's 2-4 loss to Milan.

Impact Masina filled in for Destiny Udogie and hit the net with a superb diving header near the end of the first half. He featured both on the flank and in the back throughout the game, which increases his chances of seeing regular minutes this season. He posted 30 crosses (eight accurate), 40 clearances and 24 tackles in 15 matches with Watford last season.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Udinese Masina has signed a three-year contract with Udinese after transferring from Watford, the club announced Monday.

Impact Masina made 90 appearances in all competitions during his four-year stint in Watford, including 15 Premier League appearances (13 starts) last season as his side was relegated to the Championship. The 28-year-old is now returning to Serie A, where he began his career with Bologna, as he moves to Udinese. He will compete with Destiny Udogie for the starting left wing-back spot in the lineup.

JULY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off the bench Masina had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing once accurately during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Chelsea.

Impact Masina entered the match in the 78th minute and set up Dan Gosling in the 87th for Watford's lone goal. The assist was the first of the season for the defender as he made the most of his limited time on the pitch.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back with Watford Masina is back from AFCON and training with Watford over the international break.

Impact Masina missed two league matches while away and he'll hope to resume his role at left-back under new manager Roy Hodgson. Of course, in his absence, newcomer Hassane Kamara took over at left-back and it's likely those two will have to fight for starts going forward.

FEBRUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves for AFCON Masina has been called up by Morocco to compete in the African Cup of Nations and will miss at least Watford's next two games.

Impact Masina has started 11 Premier League games at left back this season, but he will be unavailable through the end of January at the earliest while with the Moroccan National Team. Danny Rose (knee) would likely be the preferred option to replace him at left back, with new signing Hassanne Kamara also able to slot in.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Masina (thigh) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against West Ham.

Impact Masina is back in the side Tuesday after missing the last two matches and last playing Dec. 1. He had an extra couple weeks to recover from his injury and should be close to full fitness. He's provided 17 crosses and four chances in his last four starts in which he went the full 90.

DECEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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