ANDREA BELOTTI NEWS

Diagnosed with ACL tear Belotti will need surgery due to an ACL tear in his left knee, Cagliari announced.

Impact Belotti will have to miss at least half a season due to a massive injury shortly after finding a new home and getting off to a good start. Gennaro Borrelli, Semih Kilicsoy and Leonardo Pavoletti will enjoy an uptick in minutes as a result of his absence.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves Inter match in first half Belotti subbed out at the 44th minute of Sunday's game versus Inter due to a lower leg injury, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Belotti didn't record relevant offensive stats before hurting his leg in a collision with the opposing goalie. He struggled to put weight on it as he was helped off the pitch by the medical staff. He's set for tests to determine the extent of the damage. The coach elected to insert an extra midfielder, Matteo Prati, and advance Michael Folorunsho in this one.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Sinks Parma Belotti scored two goals to go with four shots (two on target), one clearance and one chance created in Friday's 2-1 win versus Lecce.

Impact Belotti led the comeback for his team, hitting the net with an easy tap-in and with a PK. He has quickly won the starting job over Gennaro Borrelli and Semih Kilicsoy after joining and is set to stay the top option as long as he keeps producing. He has registered six shots (four on target), one key pass and one cross (zero accurate) in two appearances.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Belotti brace helps Cagliari down Lecce in Serie A

Andrea Belotti has scored in each half and Cagliari has come from behind to beat Lecce 2-1 in Serie A

SEPTEMBER 19 • Associated Press

Takes two shots against Parma Belotti drew two fouls and had two shots (two on goal), one interception and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 win over Cagliari

Impact Belotti got the nod over Gennaro Borrelli and other options shortly after joining and was pretty involved, although Zion Suzuki stopped his two attempts. He'll have good chances of being the top option at the no.9 position if he fares well consistently.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Signed by Cagliari Belotti has transferred from Como to Cagliari on a permanent deal.

Impact Belotti returns to Serie A after a year with Benfica, where he scored four times and provided one assist in 20 matches across all competitions. He'll compete with Gennaro Borrelli, Sebastiano Esposito and Semih Kilicsoy to be one of the featured strikers.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Boca Juniors, Benfica draw 2-2 in Club World Cup match that includes 3 red cards, 22 fouls

Benfica overcame a two-goal deficit, getting Ángel Di María’s penalty kick in first-half stoppage time and Nicolás Otamendi’s 84th-minute goal for a 2-2 draw against Boca Juniors o...

JUNE 17 • Associated Press

Heads to Benfica Belotti has transferred to Benfica on a six-month loan, Como announced.

Impact Belotti came in as the top striker last January but was eventually outperformed by Patrick Cutrone, and the team recently added also Assane Diao. He has scored just twice in 18 appearances, adding 19 shots (three on target), seven key passes and five crosses (zero accurate).

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Scores twice versus Atalanta Belotti scored two goals to go with two shots (two on target), one tackle (zero won) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 victory versus Atalanta.

Impact Belotti had a twofer thanks to two clutch finishes, first a header and then a tap-in after several ricochets in the box following a corner kick. He hadn't hit the net since mid-February. He closes the season with six goals, two assists, 21 shots (12 on target) and 14 chances created. He'll head back to Roma after the loan spell initially since Fiorentina don't have a set option to keep him.

JUNE 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in cameo versus Napoli Belotti (back) drew one foul and generated one shot (zero on goal), one tackle (one won) and one cross (zero accurate) in 23 minutes in Friday's 2-2 draw against Napoli.

Impact Belotti was partially spared coming off an injury and didn't make an impact off the bench. He hasn't started in five Serie A rounds to save energy for the cups and due to a pair of ailments, which might be the case again versus Cagliari. He has tallied six shots (zero on target), one key pass and two crosses (one accurate) in his last five showings.

MAY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Friday Belotti (back) is on the bench for Friday's clash against Napoli.

Impact Belotti recovered quickly enough to make the squad for this match, but he won't be part of the starting lineup, meaning M'Bala Nzola will get the nod upfront. Belotti is currently in a drought that has kept him scoreless since Feb. 11.

MAY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Napoli clash Belotti (back) has been selected for Friday's game versus Napoli, Fiorentina announced.

Impact Belotti makes a quick return to the squad list and could resume starting over M'Bala Nzola right away since he was dealing with an ailment. Fiorentina have no midweek matches on the horizon, which limited his playing time in Serie A as of late. He has notched 11 shots (three on target), one key pass and two crosses (one accurate) in his last five showings.

MAY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Monza match Belotti will miss Monday's game versus Monza due to back pain, Tuttomercatoweb relayed.

Impact Belotti will be spared a few days after seeing full minutes in the Europa League semifinal. M'Bala Nzola or Christian Kouame will lead the line Monday.

MAY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Coppa Italia Belotti (thigh) played about 60 minutes in Wednesday's cup game versus Atalanta.

Impact Belotti was rested completely over the weekend but returned a few days late. He should lead the line versus Sassuolo since they don't have many alternatives with M'Bala Nzola (personal) currently away from the team. He has tallied 18 shots (five on target), one key pass and one inaccurate cross in his last five showings, with no goal contributions.

APRIL 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit Salernitana tilt Belotti won't play versus Salernitana due to a thigh problem, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Belotti gutted it out in the European Conference League and will likely be back for a midweek Coppa Italia tilt. Since Lucas Beltran (rest) and M'Bala Nzola (personal) are also unavailable, Christian Kouame should lead the line.

APRIL 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

No on goal shots in draw Belotti had three shots (none on goal) in Monday's 1-1 draw with Genoa.

Impact Belotti had a disappointing game Monday. Fiorentina's key striker could not manage to place any shots on goal. He was subbed after 55 minutes. The 30-year-old is not a regular starter and it has now been 13 appearances since he last found the net.

APRIL 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Active in Milan game Belotti won 10 duels, drew three fouls and had six shots (three on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against AC Milan.

Impact Belotti was very energetic and led his team in attempts, but he didn't have great aim, and Mike Maignan denied him a few times. He hasn't scored in six fixtures, where he has posted 18 shots (five on target), two key passes and one inaccurate cross.

MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots versus Roma Belotti had five shots (two on target), created one chance and suffered five fouls during Sunday's 2-2 draw against Roma.

Impact Belotti had a great performance against his parent club, certainly one of his best since being loaned to Fiorentina, having a season high in shots attempted and being involved on the play that led to his team's second goal, although he wasn't credited with an assist. Despite having just one goal in seven games with his new team, the striker is improving game after game and his 12 shots over the last three starts indicate he could be back to scoring column sooner than later.

MARCH 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fires four shtos against Lazio Belotti drew four foul, won seven duels and generated four shots (zero on goal) and one tackle (zero won) in Monday's 2-1 win versus Lazio.

Impact Belotti was pretty energetic but missed the mark in all his attempts. He has started four matches in a row since switching sides, tallying one goal, seven shots (one on target), two key passes and one inaccurate cross.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets first goal with Fiorentina Belotti scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 5-1 victory over Frosinone.

Impact Belotti got the call to lead the line about ten days after joining, and it didn't take him long to open his tally with a point-blank header. He might be the top choice in his role going forward since M'Bala Nzola has been lackluster for a while and Lucas Beltran is playing more as a no.10. He has tallied five shots (one on target), one key pass, and one inaccurate cross in two tilts since switching sides.

FEBRUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Debut appearance Belotti registered two shots (zero on goal) in Friday's 3-2 defeat against Lecce.

Impact Belotti's first appearance since moving to Fiorentina on loan was a quiet one. He took two shots (zero on target) after being substituted into the match at halftime. Belotti's arrival at Fiorentina coincides with his lack of regular game time at Roma and Fiorentina's need to sharpen their attack. On the campaign, Belotti has scored three goals (for Roma) and will hope to increase that goal total with a correlating increase in minutes at his new club.

FEBRUARY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joining Fiorentina Belotti has moved from Roma to Fiorentina on a season-long loan, the team announced.

Impact Belotti played third fiddle to Romelu Lukaku and Paulo Dybala this season, featuring especially while the latter was injured. He has scored six times and added two assists in 20 games (nine starts), logging 21 shots (12 on target) and six chances created. He'll compete primarily with Lucas Beltran, but the two might also feature together, while M'Bala Nzola risks being squeezed out of the rotation.

JANUARY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Decent display in attack Belotti registered two shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 defeat to Bologna.

Impact Belotti tied a season high with two shots on target but the forward was unable to get on the scoresheet in this one. He will continue to get opportunities to lead the line as long as Paulo Dybala (thigh) and Tammy Abraham (knee) remain sidelined.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Passable in Monza game Belotti won five duels and had three shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate), and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Monza.

Impact Belotti had a decent showing but couldn't break through like his fellow offensive partner Romelu Lukaku in this one. He has bagged three goals in the last five matches, adding 13 shots (six on target) and five chances created. He'll enjoy an uptick of playing time until Paulo Dybala recovers from a knee injury.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off the bench against Cagliari Belotti scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 4-1 win over Cagliari.

Impact Belotti replaced the injured Paulo Dybala in the 40th minute and scored in the 51st minute assisted by Leandro Paredes. He also completed two dribbles. He has made seven appearances and has scored thrice and assisted twice for the club in the league this season. He also had a good midweek match against Sevilla in the Europa league as he scored twice.

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE