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Inter wins at Udinese to fortify Serie A lead before facing Arsenal in Champions League

Inter Milan has consolidated its Serie A lead with a 1-0 win at Udinese

JANUARY 17 • Associated Press

Gabriele Zappa - Late scratch for Juventus clash Zappa isn't an option for Saturday's game versus Juventus because of muscle fatigue, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Zappa was part of the provisional squad but didn't feel comfortable enough to take the field and will be evaluated next week ahead of Saturday's away game versus Fiorentina. The coach picked Ze Pedro over Juan Rodriguez and more aggressive options to substitute for him.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Yerry Mina - Good to go for Juventus match Mina (knee) "is available for Saturday and could start if we decided so, but he's still searching for the best condition," coach Fabio Pisacane announced.

Impact Mina will return after sitting out one game because of a knee ailment, but he's not a lock to make the XI, as he has dealt with a few nagging issues in recent weeks. He'll compete for two spots in the back with Juan Rodriguez and Sebastiano Luperto. Mina has recorded multiple clearances in his last six displays, amassing 22, adding 11 tackles (four won) and five interceptions and contributing to one clean sheet over that span.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Milan has 70% chance of Serie A title after becoming winter champion

Inter Milan has a 70% chance of winning Serie A according to history

JANUARY 15 • Associated Press

Sebastiano Esposito - Creates five chances at Genoa Esposito had one shot (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Monday's 3-0 loss to Genoa.

Impact Esposito led Cagliari with a season-high five chances created, but it wasn't enough to avoid the road loss. The forward also sent in the second-most crosses for his side. That was his 17th start in 19 appearances, with three goals and two assists to his name.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Elia Caprile - Makes four saves in loss Caprile made four saves and allowed three goals in Monday's 3-0 loss against Genoa.

Impact Caprile made four or more saves for the 11th time in 20 starts. The goalkeeper still has only three clean sheets over that span, though. He will now face a tougher matchup against Juventus on Saturday.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Juventus moves into third place after beating Cremonese

Juventus has notched its highest score of the season in a 5-0 demolition of Cremonese

JANUARY 12 • Associated Press

Luca Mazzitelli - Assists in draw Mazzitelli assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Thursday's 2-2 draw against Cremonese.

Impact Mazzitelli came on as a substitute after making his only two starts of the season in the previous matches, but that did not stop him from making an impact. He delivered a precise long ball to set up Yael Trepy for the finish in the 84th minute. Despite playing just 270 minutes this season, he has recorded two assists and completed 20 accurate long balls, showing strong efficiency when using his creativity on the ball. There is a good chance he could return to the starting lineup in a favorable matchup against Genoa, who currently sit 17th in the table.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Gennaro Borrelli - Assists in draw Borrelli assisted once to go with four shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and four chances created in Thursday's 2-2 draw versus Cremonese. In addition, he was given a...

Impact Borrelli recorded his first goal contribution since November 22, providing an assist to Michel Adopo, who scored from outside the box. It was also his first start in seven matches. Borrelli is now tied for Cagliari's leading goal scorer in Serie A with three goals. He could be in line for a second consecutive start in a favorable matchup against Genoa, who have conceded 29 goals in 19 games.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Michel Ndary Adopo - Scores first goal in draw Adopo scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Thursday's 2-2 draw against Cremonese.

Impact Adopo scored a well-taken goal from outside the box, marking his first of the season. He has earned consistent playing time for Cagliari but has yet to produce much end product from central midfield. Despite creating 14 chances, he has registered just one assist. Cagliari as a whole have struggled this season and currently sit 15th in the table, but Adopo's role in the lineup is not in question. He will look to build on this performance in a favorable matchup against Genoa, who sit 17th in the league.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Elia Caprile - Concedes two in draw Caprile had three saves and allowed two goals in Thursday's 2-2 draw versus Cremonese.

Impact Caprile and the Cagliari defense conceded two goals early, both coming in the first half. Caprile has struggled this season, keeping just three clean sheets in 19 Serie A matches while conceding 27 goals. He has faced a heavy workload, seeing 98 shots and saving 71 of them. The Cagliari defense continues to allow too many opportunities for opposing teams, leaving Caprile under constant pressure. He now faces a favorable matchup against Genoa, who have scored only 19 goals in 19 matches.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Genoa CFC vs. Cagliari Prediction, Picks, Live Odds – January 12 Genoa CFC and Cagliari -- both coming off stalemates -- will play on Monday in Serie A. Genoa drew with AC Milan last time out, 1-1, and Cag...

JANUARY 12 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Yerry Mina - Out for Genoa clash Mina won't be available Monday due to an overloaded knee, Cagliari announced.

Impact Mina picked up an ailment during the final practice of the week and will try to recover for Sunday's fixture versus Juventus. Sebastiano Luperto and Juan Rodriguez will likely form the starting pair in the middle of the defense.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Sebastiano Esposito - Creates two chances versus Cremonese Esposito (ankle) drew two fouls and had five crosses (two accurate), two key passes and one off-target shot in 45 minutes in Thursday's 2-2 draw with Cremonese.

Impact Esposito didn't get the nod following a small injury but was inserted at the interval and was instrumental in his team's comeback, even though he wasn't directly involved in the two goals. He'll likely resume starting against Genoa on Monday. He hasn't contributed to a goal in the last four matches, but he has been productive otherwise, tallying seven chances created, 13 crosses (two accurate) and nine corners and taking three shots (zero on target).

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

AC Milan saved by Genoa's missed penalty in dramatic 1-1 draw

AC Milan has missed the chance to close in on Serie A leader Inter Milan as it drew 1-1 with Genoa

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

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JANUARY 8 • YOUTUBE

Sebastiano Esposito - Option from bench Esposito (ankle) is on the bench for Thursday's match against Cremonese.

Impact Esposito was known to avoid an injury and is now with the team, as the forward is fit enough to be an option from the bench. He has been practicing regularly and will likely return to a starting spot in the coming games after testing his legs, with three goals and two assists in 17 appearances (16 starts) this season.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Alessandro Deiola - Absent versus Cremonese Deiola (thigh) hasn't been selected for Thursday's clash with Cremonese.

Impact Deiola is expected to miss multiple matches, but the team hasn't provided an official update for now. Luca Mazzitelli, Matteo Prati, Nicolo Cavuoti and Joseph Liteta will soak up his minutes.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Sebastiano Esposito - Avoids injury Esposito (ankle) has been able to practice regularly after leaving early in the past game, L'Unione Sarda reported.

Impact Esposito escaped without significant consequences after turning his ankle and will be available against Cremonese on Thursday. He'll be neck-and-neck to start with Gianluca Gaetano amid some possible rotation. He has assisted twice and posted seven shots (two on target), 10 key passes and 17 crosses (one accurate) in his last five appearances (four starts).

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Hellas Verona vs. Torino FC Prediction, Picks, Live Odds - January 4 - Bleacher Nation Hellas Verona will play at home versus Torino FC on Sunday, after each lost their most recent game in Serie A -- to AC Milan and Cagliari, r...

JANUARY 4 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Alen Sherri - Returns from loan Sherri has been recalled early from his spell at Frosinone, Cagliari announced.

Impact Sherri didn't manage to win the starting job in Serie B and has been sent back to his parent team, where he could stay to back up Elia Caprile, as Boris Radunovic is rumored to be on his way out. He played seven times last season, keeping one clean sheet, making 20 saves and allowing 11 goals.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Adam Obert - Does his part versus Milan Obert recorded three crosses (zero accurate) and three tackles (two won) and four clearances in Friday's 1-0 defeat to AC Milan.

Impact Obert returned to the starting lineup after being limited by an illness in the previous game and provided his contribution on both ends, matching his season high in crosses. He has generally had the upper hand over Riyad Idrissi and other options at his position. He has recorded one or more clearances in the last five tilts, accumulating 20 and adding eight tackles (five won), eight crosses (one accurate) and three blocks over that span.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Luca Mazzitelli - Contributes defensively against Milan Mazzitelli (undisclosed) won one of three tackles and had two clearances, one block and one interception in Friday's 1-0 loss to AC Milan.

Impact Mazzitelli drew his second start in a row, as Alessandro Deiola (thigh) was unable to play, and shored up the midfield, posting a new season high in tackles. He'll see consistent minutes if the starter sits out more fixtures, which is likely. He has logged at least one shot, one tackle and one clearance in the last three matches, assisting once and adding two blocks and one key pass.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Yerry Mina - Doesn't star against Milan Mina (illness) was an unused sub in Friday's 1-0 loss versus AC Milan.

Impact Mina recovered from an illness, but the gaffer elected not to use him right away, also because of previous knee and ankle ailments that had prevented him from training regularly in the recent weeks. In addition, Sebastiano Luperto and Juan Rodriguez have been serviceable as of late, so Mina might be managed until he's fully fit.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Zito Luvumbo - Unused sub versus Milan Luvumbo (AFCON) didn't feature in Friday's 1-0 defeat to AC Milan.

Impact Luvumbo wasn't rushed into action after international duties, logging his third DNP of the season. He'd become the top offensive deputy if Sebastiano Esposito (undisclosed), who got hurt in the game, had to spend some time on the sidelines.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

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