Alessandro Bastoni - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Features with Italy Bastoni (lower leg) got the start in Thursday's World Cup playoffs.

Impact Bastoni returned to action after not playing in the previous two Inter matches due to a bruised tibia. He'll likely resume starting over Carlos Augusto in the back against Roma on April 5. He has sent in at least three crosses in his last four showings, amassing 16 deliveries (five accurate) and adding seven tackles (five won) and three interceptions over that span, with no clean sheets. Additionally, he has notched one or more clearances in seven games in a row, totaling 22.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Won't play against Fiorentina Bastoni (lower leg) won't make the trip to Florence for Sunday's game, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Bastoni was technically on the bench last week, but hasn't recovered from a bruise and has continued to work on the side in training afterward. He'll be evaluated by the Italy doctors ahead of the World Cup playoffs. Carlos Augusto or Francesco Acerbi will replace him versus Fiorentina.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Italy calls up Federico Chiesa for World Cup playoffs after almost 2-year absence

Liverpool forward Federico Chiesa returns to Italy’s team as the Azzurri enter high-stakes World Cup playoffs

MARCH 20 • Associated Press

Unused against Atalanta Bastoni (lower leg) didn't feature in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Atalanta.

Impact Bastoni was technically available but wasn't really in condition to play because of a heavy knock. He'll look to get healthy ahead of next Sunday's away game versus Fiorentina. He'll resume starting over Carlos Augusto if he's in better shape.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Option off bench Bastoni (lower leg) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Atalanta.

Impact Bastoni is available as an option off the bench for Saturday's clash against Atalanta after failing to complete a full training session this week due to his lower leg injury. The defender was assessed on game day and is fit enough to be included in the squad as a substitute.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play versus Atalanta Bastoni (lower leg) is doubtful for Saturday's contest against Atalanta but hasn't been ruled out in advance, Tuttomercatoweb relayed.

Impact Bastoni hasn't been able to train fully in any session this week, but he'll be assessed on game day to see whether he can still make the bench. Carlos Augusto or Francesco Acerbi will get the nod in the back.

MARCH 13 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids leg fracture Bastoni has been diagnosed with a substantial contusion but didn't crack any bones, Tuttomercatoweb reported.

Impact Bastoni received some good news after hobbling off in the last game and will look to absorb the hematoma in time and practice enough to be ready for Saturday's home fixture against Atalanta.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

AC Milan wins Derby della Madonnina 1-0 to cut Inter's lead in Serie A to 7 points

AC Milan isn’t ready to yield to city rival Inter Milan in the Serie A title race

MARCH 8 • Associated Press

Helped off in Milan clash Bastoni recorded four crosses (zero accurate), one interception and three tackles before exiting Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Milan at the 68th minute due to a lower leg injury, Sky...

Impact Bastoni logged sound numbers on both ends but actually got hurt committing a foul and was heavily labouring while walking off the pitch. He'll be examined before Saturday's home game versus Atalanta to ascertain whether he's dealing with something more than a knock. His deputies are Carlos Augusto and Francesco Acerbi.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Bastoni served a one-game ban in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Genoa.

Impact Bastoni will return to the starting lineup against Milan next Sunday after sitting out one game due to yellow-card accumulation, replacing Carlos Augusto in the back. He has posted at least one clearance in his last six showings, amassing 19 and adding nine key passes and four interceptions over that span, with one clean sheet. Additionally, he has logged three or more crosses in his last three matches, piling up 12 deliveries (five accurate).

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in defeat Bastoni (suspension) scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and five chances created in Tuesday's 2-1 defeat against Glimt.

Impact Bastoni had a wildly busy clash, especially as a defender, he created five chances and scored a goal, a stat line that would make more sense for a forward. It was an exceptional showing, but it still ended in defeat, and still sent Inter out of the Champions League. Bastoni will now turn his focus solely on domestic play.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Champions League playoffs: Bodø/Glimt pulls off stunning upset against Inter Milan

Bodø/Glimt pulled off one of the biggest upsets in Champions League history by knocking out Italian giant Inter Milan

FEBRUARY 24 • Associated Press

Will miss Genoa match Bastoni had five crosses (one accurate), two clearances and two chances created and was booked for the fifth time in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Lecce.

Impact Bastoni was busier in the final third than defensively as Inter pulled the strings and won't be available for the next Serie A game versus Genoa on Saturday due to yellow-card accumulation. Carlos Augusto or Francesco Acerbi will take his place in the back.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Defensive struggles in loss Bastoni recorded four crosses (two accurate) and three tackles in Wednesday's 3-1 defeat to Glimt.

Impact Bastoni and his teammates got the Champions League knockouts off to a rough start Wednesday, conceding three goals in the first leg on the road. While it was certainly not all his fault, it was far from Bastoni's best day on the defensive end. He put in solid work on the attack recording two accurate crosses, but he did not do enough on either end to earn a positive result. The pressure will be on him and his fellow defenders to lock down the Glimt attack in the home leg on Tuesday.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Zielinski scores last-gasp winner as Serie A leader Inter beats Juventus 3-2 to stay 8 points ahead

Piotr Zielinski scores a last-minute winner as Serie A leader Inter Milan beat tenacious Juventus 3-2 to stay eight points ahead of second-placed AC Milan

FEBRUARY 14 • Associated Press

Dishes out helper in Pisa match Bastoni assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), 12 crosses (five accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 6-2 win versus Pisa.

Impact Bastoni wasn't great in the back but pushed forward a lot, set a new season high in crosses, uncharacteristically leading his side, and linked with Francesco Pio Esposito on his team's third goal, posting his fifth assist of the season and his first since early December. He didn't register a tackle for the first time in 15 games. He has put up multiple clearances in his last 12 outings, totaling 51 and tallying 16 chances created, 37 crosses (11 accurate) and eight 15 interceptions over that span, with four clean sheets.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Inter bounce back from two down to demolish Pisa and extend lead at the top of Serie A

Inter has extended its lead at the top of Serie A with six different players getting their names on the scoresheet in a 6-2 hammering of Pisa

JANUARY 23 • Associated Press

Delivers complete performance Bastoni registered 10 crosses (three accurate) and four chances created in Wednesday's 1-0 win over Lecce.

Impact Bastoni delivered a complete performance on both ends against Lecce on Wednesday, contributing defensively with two tackles and six clearances, and offensively with a season-high four chances created and 10 crosses. The defender continues to showcase his defensive strengths, tallying 39 tackles and 19 interceptions in 18 Serie A appearances, while also highlighting his offensive capabilities with one goal, three assists, and 17 chances created over that span.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Bologna beats Inter Milan on penalties to qualify for Italian Super Cup final

Bologna has beaten Inter Milan on penalties to qualify for next week's Italian Super Cup final

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Busy defensively in win Bastoni created one chance and made seven tackles (six won), two clearances and five interceptions during Sunday's 2-1 win over Genoa.

Impact Bastoni didn't have his usual playmaking impact but made up for that with even more defensive input than the one he's used to have, which included season highs in both tackles and interceptions. Defensive numbers are generally nice for the center-back but what makes him an intriguing and unique fantasy asset is his ability to help on the build up of plays, something clearly demonstrated with his four assists and 22 chances created over 19 appearances in all competitions this season.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Stays in the back against Como Bastoni had one tackle (one won), one block, one key pass and seven clearances in Saturday's 4-0 win over Como.

Impact Bastoni took care of business defensively, setting a new season high in clearance, but didn't need to push forward as frequently as he normally does, as his side got off to an early lead, failing to launch a cross for the first time in the season. He has had one or more tackles in his last seven displays, accumulating 18 (eight won) and logging six interceptions, 21 clearances and eight chances created and contributing to three clean sheets over that span.

DECEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Passable versus Milan Bastoni had one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate), three tackles (one won) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 loss to AC Milan.

Impact Bastoni pulled his weight on both ends as he often does, but his side allowed one goal and didn't manage to score. He has launched at least one cross in every appearance so far, while he has created one or more chances in his past ten, totaling 14 and logging 29 deliveries (nine accurate, 20 tackles (14 won) and 22 clearances, contributing to four clean sheets and providing three assists during such a stretch.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in win Bastoni delivered an assist, sent in three inaccurate crosses, made two tackles and one clearance and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Sunday's 2-0 win over Lazio.

Impact Bastoni returned to the team after being rested during midweek's UCL game and once again displayed his playmaking skills as he assisted Lautaro Martinez for the opener with just three minutes into the game. That's now three assists over 10 league starts for the center-back, who unlocked another level of fantasy production with a career-high five assists last year.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sound in Verona game Bastoni won three of four tackles and recorded four crosses (zero accurate) and two interceptions in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Verona.

Impact Bastoni made his presence felt on both ends as he routinely does, but his team allowed one goal in this one. He maintained his season-long streak of games with at least one cross and has launched 36 (10 accurate) so far. Instead, he didn't have a clearance for the first time this campaign.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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