ANGEL DI MARIA NEWS

Doesn't train Monday Di Maria (quad) spent time with the kinesiologist instead of in training during Monday's session, according to Gaston Edul of TyC Sports.

Impact Di Maria is expected to play and possibly start in Friday's match against Australia, so skipping training isn't worth massive worry for now. His situation is likely to change each day, though Julian Alvarez and Lionel Messi will still dominate the attack.

DECEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be healthy for Netherlands clash Di Maria (quad) was able to practice Sunday and has four more sessions to get ready, Tyc Sports informs.

Impact Di Maria was technically available, but he couldn't play versus Australia due to a minor quad injury. If close to 100 percent, he will return to the starting XI Friday; otherwise, he'll see action from the bench, the publication adds. Alejandro Gomez (ankle) filled in for him in the Round of 16 game. He has logged one assist, four shots (two on target), six chances created, and 19 crosses (five accurate) in three World Cup appearances.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Australia Di Maria will not feature against Australia as he battles a thigh quad injury, reports Gaston Edul of TyC Sports.

Impact Di Maria avoided a major injury, but will not be able to recover in time to face Australia on Saturday. The attacker will hope to be available if Argentina can advance to the quarterfinals with a win.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids major injury Di Maria is dealing with a thigh issue but it's not serious and he awaits tests to determine his status for Saturday's match against Australia, according to Gaston Edul of TyC Spor...

Impact Di Maria recorded one assist in three games, recording a good volume of crosses but often lacking accuracy. If he's out Saturday, Rodrigo De Paul could move to the right wing if Angel Correa or Paulo Dybala aren't given a chance.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up thigh injury Di Maria took two shots (one on target), sent in eight crosses (one accurate), created two scoring chances, won one tackle, and Wednesday's 2-0 win over Poland after 59 minutes due...

Impact Di Maria had decent volume, especially on his deliveries, but he wasn't particularly precise. The gaffer stated that he was forced off early by an injury: "He felt something in his quad, it tightened, and we preferred subbing him off. Everybody knows he's important, and it wasn't worthy to leave on the pitch a player that risked getting hurt." Di Maria will undergo some tests in the next few days to determine where he bowed out before suffering a substantial problem. Argentina will face Australia in the Round of 16 Saturday. He was replaced by Leandro Paredes, as the manager switched to a more defensive formation. Lautaro Martinez, Thiago Almada, or Angel Correa could potentially enter XI if he was unavailable or unable to start in the next game.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist versus Mexico Di Maria assisted once to go with five crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Mexico.

Impact Di Maria was one of the most influential players in this match, setting up Lionel Messi's goal through a clever pass from the right flank in the 64th minute. The midfielder also racked up a team-high five crosses, while the assist was his first direct contribution of the tournament. He should hold significant fantasy value for the final group stage fixture against Poland.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs six crosses versus Saudi Arabia Di Maria had two shots (one on target), created two chances, sent in six crosses (three accurate) and drew two fouls during Tuesday's 2-1 loss against Saudi Arabia.

Impact Di Maria was very active from the right flank, being involved in many dangerous plays and pacing his side in crosses but that wasn't enough for his side to win its FWC debut. The winger will try to help his side bouncing back during Saturday's clash against Mexico.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Swings in two crosses against Juventus Di Maria won two duels, had one successful take-on, and sent in two inaccurate crosses and one corner kick in 26 minutes in Sunday's 3-0 win over Lazio.

Impact Di Maria didn't do much in the final tune-up before the World Cup and has been carefully handled after his latest thigh injury. He has posted one goal, four assists, nine shots (two on target), and 17 crosses (five accurate) in ten appearances (five starts) in the first half of the campaign. Juventus will face Cremonese away on January 4.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against Verona Di Maria created one scoring chance and had two shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate), and one corner in 21 minutes in Thursday's 1-0 victory over Verona.

Impact Di Maria got more minutes and did a little more than in his first game after the injury, but his playing time is unlikely to grow by much in Sunday's home game versus Lazio. He's up to one goal, four assists, nine shots (two on target), and then chances in the season.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins one duel versus Inter Di Maria (thigh) had one tackle (zero won) and 13 touches in nine minutes in Sunday's 2-0 win over Inter Milan.

Impact Di Maria looked okay in his return from the latest thigh problem, but he didn't get much action. His minutes will likely continue to be monitored to avoid physical problems before the World Cup. He has scored once and assisted four times so far, logging seven shots (two on target) and nine chances created in eight appearances. Juventus will face Verona away Thursday.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Inter Di Maria (hamstring) is in Juventus' match day squad for Sunday's Derby d'Italia against Inter Milan.

Impact Di Maria has been dealing with a thigh injury for the last few weeks but he is fit enough Sunday to be in the match day squad for the first time since Oct. 11 and could see some playing time off the bench against Inter.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Inter clash Di Maria (thigh) is expected to return in Sunday's game versus Inter, coach Massimiliano Allegri informed.

Impact Di Maria has been in and out of the infirmary in the last couple of months, but he had already resumed training regularly prior to Wednesday's game versus PSG. He will likely be eased into action considering his repeated injuries, but Juventus are currently very short-handed offensively. He has logged one goal, four assists, seven shots (two on target), and nine chances created in seven appearances.

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Will miss three weeks Di Maria has suffered a biceps femoris strain in the right thigh and will need 20 days to recover, Juventus announced.

Impact Di Maria will be out until the end of the month and will sit out multiple fixtures considering the packed schedule. Arkadiusz Milik will likely be the main beneficiary from the absence, as it happened in previous instances when he was sidelined. Juan Cuadrado, Weston McKennie, and Matias Soule will man the right flank while Di Maria recovers.

OCTOBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off holding hamstring Di Maria (hamstring) came off with an apparent hamstring injury during the 24th minute of Tuesday's clash with Maccabi Haifa.

Impact Di Maria pulled up after a short sprint and was unable to carry on coming off in tears holding his right hamstring. The forward has dealt with a plethora of muscular injuries previously and his reaction doesn't bode well. Arkadiusz Milik was brought on to replace Di Maria, and would figure to get more playing time up top if Di Maria misses any stretch of time. Di Maria is a heavy doubt for Saturday's trip to Torino.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Clears domestic suspension Di Maria completed his Serie A suspension in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Milan.

Impact Di Maria had to sit out two games because he elbowed an opponent in the chest. He's coming off his best showing since the opener, as he tallied three assists versus Maccabi Haifa midweek. While he's poised to be a linchpin of the formation, which will likely impact Arkadiusz Milik and Juan Cuadrado's playing time, he'll have to be managed occasionally since he has already suffered two separate thigh injuries. He has recorded one goal, four helpers, seven chances created, and 12 crosses (four accurate) in six matches. Juventus will visit Maccabi Haifa in Champions League Tuesday and then Torino Saturday.

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides three assists against Maccabi Haifa Di Maria created six scoring chances and assisted thrice to go with three shots (zero on goal) and five crosses (two accurate) in Wednesday's 3-1 win versus Maccabi Haifa.

Impact Di Maria dominated the game, springing Adrien Rabiot and Dusan Vlahovic loose with great through balls on the first two goals, and then finding the Frenchman with a corner kick to seal the game. He's now up to one goal and four assists in the season. He will finish up serving his suspension in Saturday's clash against Milan.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Suspended for two matches Di Maria has been banned for two games for hitting an opponent in the chest with an elbow, the League announced.

Impact Di Maria will have to skip the matches against Bologna and Milan barring a successful appeal, which is unlikely in these cases. In the meantime, he will feature in the Champions League tilts against Maccabi Haifa. Juan Cuadrado and Arkadiusz Milik will replace him domestically.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets sent off Sunday Di Maria was sent off after 40 minutes of Sunday's match against Monza.

Impact Di Maria has only started on a few occasions this season due to some muscular issues but was dismissed before the end of the first half. While he's out for at least one game, Juan Cuadrado should return to the starting lineup on the right wing from his own suspension.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in well versus Benfica Di Maria (thigh) had one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate), and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-2 defeat against Benfica.

Impact Di Maria was used as a sub as anticipated and tried to engineer a late comeback, but it fell short. If fit enough, he will be back in the XI in Sunday's away game versus Monza, especially given Arkadiusz Milik and Juan Cuadrado's suspensions. He has tallied one goal, one assist, five crosses (one accurate), and three shots (two accurate).

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE