ARMANDO IZZO NEWS

Logs one clearance versus Milan Izzo (thigh) had one cross (zero accurate) and one clearance in 10 minutes in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Milan.

Impact Izzo made a short appearance off the bench after spending more than a month on the mend due to a muscular injury. He was one of the most consistent performers for his side in a hellish campaign. He might get the chance to stay up for another relegation struggler looking for experience. He has posted 40 tackles, 45 interceptions, 98 clearances and 28 blocks in 30 matches, contributing to three clean sheets.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Izzo (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Milan.

Impact Izzo was expected to be fit Saturday and is, with the defender making the bench for the club's final match before relegation. He was a regular starter before his absence and will look to see some minutes, starting in 28 of his 30 appearances this season.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Milan meeting Izzo (thigh) has been called up for Saturday's game against Milan.

Impact Izzo has recovered from an injury that cost him the past five matches. He's been a staple when healthy but might be eased into action after over a month on the shelf. He has logged three tackles (zero won), eight interceptions, 20 clearances and three blocks in his last five showings, with one goal and no clean sheets. His return could impact Arvid Brorsson's minutes.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable versus Juventus Izzo (thigh) won't be involved Sunday against Juventus, coach Alessandro Nesta stated.

Impact Izzo will sit out the second bout in a row and is iffy also for the ensuing ones. Luca Caldirola joined Andrea Carboni and Pedro Pereira in the back last week, as Danilo D'Ambrosio (ankle) is missing as well. The alternative options are youngsters Tomas Palacios, Stefan Lekovic and Arvird Brorsson.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Napoli game Izzo (thigh) was omitted from Monza's squad list to face Napoli on Saturday.

Impact Izzo will skip at least one contest due to a thigh injury he suffered last week. Luca Caldirola, Tomas Palacios, Stefan Lekovic and Arvid Brorsson are the next men up at the position.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early against Veneza Izzo had two clearances and two interceptions before leaving Saturday's 1-0 loss to Venezia at the 50th minute due to a thigh problem, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Izzo was on point in the back, as his side conceded after he bowed out, but had to be helped off the pitch after tweaking his thigh and looked to be in considerable pain. He's set to be examined before next Saturday's home game versus Napoli. Luca Caldirola replaced him off the bench, teaming up with Andrea Carboni and Pedro Pereira defensively.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Scores on lone shot Izzo scored on his only shot in Monza's 1-1 draw against Parma Saturday.

Impact Izzo chipped in defensively with five clearances for a third straight match, but made the most of his chance to score by finding the back of the net. He should have success against Cagliari after the break, as the side has allowed 43 goals in league play.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Completes ban Izzo served a one-game suspension in Monday's 4-0 defeat versus Roma.

Impact Izzo was sorely missed in the rout. He'll replace Andrea Carboni (thigh) or Stefan Lekovic in the XI against Torino on Sunday. He has posted seven tackles (two won), seven interceptions, 26 clearances and six blocks in his last five appearances, contributing to one clean sheet.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Roma fixture Izzo had eight clearances, one interception and one tackle (one won) and was booked for the 10th time in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Lecce.

Impact Izzo had a strong showing as his side was able to keep a rare clean sheet but will be unavailable for the next match due to yellow-card accumulation. Tomas Palacios, Arvid Brorsson or Stefan Lekovic (undisclosed) will replace him in the back.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Busy versus Fiorentina Izzo had four clearances, one block and one tackle (zero won) in Monday's 2-1 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Izzo did his part in containing the Fiorentina attackers in an upset win for his side. He has started in five of the last six matches, recording nine tackles (two won), seven interceptions, 13 clearances and four blocks.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Completes ban Izzo served a one-game ban for yellow-card accumulation in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Como.

Impact Izzo will most likely be back in the XI at Luca Caldirola's expense against Udinese next Monday. He has notched 11 tackles (six won), eight interceptions and 12 clearances in his last five appearances, contributing to one clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Como tilt Izzo won two of two tackles, had three interceptions and three clerances and was booked for the fifth time in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Torino.

Impact Izzo had another solid display in the back but will have to miss one game due to yellow card accumulation. Luca Caldirola will likely fill in for him since Danilo D'Ambrosio has been out with an undisclosed injury.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Paltry in Lazio fixture Izzo (thigh) registered two tackles (zero won), one block, one key pass and one clearance in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Lazio.

Impact Izzo was able to stay in the XI despite an ailment but didn't put up great numbers and his side allowed two goals. He has had the upper hand over Danilo D'Ambrosio and Luca Caldirola in recent matches. He has notched five tackles (one won), 10 interceptions and three blocks in the last five, with one clean sheet.

MAY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Izzo (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Lazio.

Impact Izzo is good to go after being forced off early last week against Lecce with a thigh injury. The defender starts his eighth consecutive match in the heart of Monza's back four.

MAY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Lazio clash Izzo (thigh) "has recovered from his minor problem," coach Raffaele Palladino announced.

Impact Izzo bowed out early in the previous game but won't need to miss time. It remains to be seen whether he's in good enough shape to be confirmed in the XI. Danilo D'Ambrosio or Luca Caldirola would partner with Pablo Mari if that weren't the case. He has started in seven straight rounds, totaling eight tackles (five won), 11 interceptions and 18 clearances, contributing to two clean sheets.

MAY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off against Lecce Izzo drew one foul and generated one tackle (one won) and three interceptions in 81 minutes before leaving Saturday's 1-1 draw with Lecce due to an apparent thigh injury, Gianluca...

Impact Izzo had a solid showing but was unable to finish the game, and his team conceded after he left. He'll take some tests to determine the severity of the problem. Danilo D'Ambrosio replaced him off the bench.

APRIL 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fares well against Bologna Izzo committed two fouls and recorded three clearances and four interceptions in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Bologna.

Impact Izzo had a muscular display to contribute to containing a high-wattage frontline, with only a yellow card marring his showing a little. He has started in five straight fixtures, tallying six tackles (four won), six interceptions and 15 clearances. His competitor Danilo D'Ambrosio was back on the bench in this one after dealing with an injury.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Izzo served a one-game ban in Saturday's 4-1 loss to Roma.

Impact Izzo was sorely missed and will likely return to the XI over Luca Caldirola against Genoa on Saturday. He started three games in a row before the disqualification, posting three tackles (all won), four interceptions and 12 clearances, with one clean sheet.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for next match Izzo had three shots (three on goal), one interception and two clearances and picked up his fifth yellow card in Saturday's 2-0 win over Salernitana.

Impact Izzo was surprisingly busy on the opposing box and turned in a solid shift in the back but will have to sit the next game due to yellow-card accumulation. Danilo D'Ambrosio or Luca Caldirola will take his place versus Roma at home Saturday.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Frosinone Izzo (knee) didn't play in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Frosinone.

Impact Izzo quickly returned after a one-game absence, but he has yet to recapture a regular role after a major injury, and his substitutes have all fared pretty well. He might have to wait for his turn even though he was a regular in the early going.

JANUARY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available as substitute Izzo (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Forsinone.

Impact Izzo returns from a knee injury which forced him out of last week's match against Napoli. Izzo has been injury plagued of late playing just 10 minutes across Monza's last 12 matches.

JANUARY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Frosinone game Izzo (knee) "is fine, and we didn't want to risk him against Frosinone due to an ailment," coach Raffaele Palladino relayed.

Impact Izzo should return to the squad list after being a late scratch for the past game, but he has yet to see meaningful minutes since coming back from a substantial foot injury about a month ago.

JANUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing knee problem Izzo "trained fully for the entire week but picked up a knee ailment on Thursday," coach Raffaele Palladino relayed.

Impact Izzo will take some tests if the issue lingers in the next few days. Monza will welcome back Pablo Mari from suspension in the next match but Danilo D'Ambrosio got hurt in this one. They could use Roberto Gagliardini or Pedro Pereira as center-backs again if they remain short-handed against Frosinone.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable versus Napoli Izzo didn't make Monza's game-day squad list to face Napoli on Friday.

Impact Izzo was expected to start considering a pair of absences, but he picked up a physical problem of his own as well. Pedro Pereira is filling in next to Luca Caldirola and Danilo D'Ambrosio, while Patrick Ciurria is returning to the XI on the right wing.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in the squad Sunday Izzo (undisclosed) is unavailable for Sunday's game versus Monza.

Impact Izzo was part of the provisional squad list and was on the bench last week after an extended layoff due to a foot injury. He might have picked up a different problem late in the week.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE