CHRISTIAN KABASELE NEWS

Busy in Atalanta meeting Kabasele registered one tackle (zero won), six clearances, two blocks and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Kabasele filled in for Thomas Kristensen (thigh) for the fifth game in a row and was spotless and active in the back. He has tallied three or more clearances in all his recent appearances, amassing 31 and adding one tackle (zero won), four interceptions and five blocks in that span, helping secure one clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 13 clearances against Cremonese Kabasele (head) had one interception, 13 clearances and one block in Monday's 1-1 draw with Cremonese.

Impact Kabasele had a commanding display in the back in his second seasonal appearance, but his side gave up an early goal. His good performances should keep him in the lineup as long as Thomas Kristensen (thigh) is sidelined, and perhaps further.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Cremonese Kabasele (head) is in the starting XI for Monday's trip to Cremonese.

Impact Kabasele was a doubt for Monday's clash but trained fully throughout the break, and as expected cleared all the late fitness tests. Kabasele holds onto his place in the starting XI, keeping Matteo Palma on the bench Monday. Kabasele has started two games in a row after going unused in the opening five matches.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for Cremonese bout Kabasele (head) avoided serious consequences and has trained fully for most of the break, Messaggero Veneto reported.

Impact Kabasele won't miss time but will face competition from youngsters Matteo Palma and Nicolo Bertola while Thomas Kristensen (thigh) is sidelined, even though he showed well in relief in his first seasonal appearance.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and subs off versus Cagliari Kabasele scored one goal to go with two shots, three clearances and one block before leaving at the 67th minute of Sunday's game against Cagliari due to a possible head injury, Tut...

Impact Kabasele filled in for Thomas Kristensen (undisclosed), was sturdy in the back and bungled the ball across the line after a pair of ricochets in the box. However, he was forced the leave after banging heads with an opponent and getting busted open. He'll have a couple of weeks to recover for the next game.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Goal in regular-season finale Kabasele scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 loss against Fiorentina.

Impact By logging a goal Sunday, Kabasele will finish with multiple in the statistical category for his 2024-25 season. It marks Kabasele's second straight including two G/A. Defensively, the center-back was obviously much more active, with 72 clearances and 14 interceptions.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Anchors defense in goalless draw Kabasele registered one tackle (one won), nine clearances and one interception in Monday's 0-0 draw versus Bologna.

Impact Kabasele played a key role in Udinese's central defense, helping to neutralize Bologna's attacking threats with one tackle and nine clearances, the second-highest mark for him this season. This marked his first start for Udinese since late January as he had remained unused on the bench in the last 11 games. His next chance to feature will come against Cagliari on Saturday.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Busy on both ends in Milan game Kabasele generated three shots (zero on goal), six clearances, one block and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to AC Milan.

Impact Kabasele had his hands full in the back early in the game and attacked a lot late, leading his side in attempts and getting a goal waved off due to a slight offside. He has started in four straight games, logging 11 shots (three on target), five tackles (three won) and 15 clearances, with one goal and one clean sheet.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fires three shots against Lecce Kabasele generated three shots (one on goal), one tackle (one won), two clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Lecce.

Impact Kabasele was dependable in the back and led his team in attempts since he was a big presence in the opposing box on set pieces. It remains to be seen whether he'll keep ahold of the starting job once Lautaro Giannetti (thigh) and Thomas Kristensen (calf) are fully healthy. He has logged seven tackles, six interceptions and 15 clearances in six appearances (four starts).

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Inter Kabasele scored one goal to go with four shots (two on target), five clearances and two tackles (zero won) in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus Inter Milan.

Impact Kabasele didn't have a particularly encouraging defensive performance, and he wasn't alone in that regard in the back for Udinese, but he temporarily leveled the game with a crafty header from the middle of the box. His permanence in the XI hinges on the returns of Lautaro Giannetti (thigh) and Thomas Kristensen (undisclosed). He has posted six tackles (four won), five interceptions and 13 clerances in five appearances, with no clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Under pressure in Roma contest Kabasele won two of two tackles and had two clearances and one interception in Sunday's 3-0 defeat to Roma.

Impact Kabasele got the start since Lautaro Giannetti was ruled out late and filled it up in the back but didn't have a sound performance. He'll face competition from Isaak Toure if the teammate continues to miss time. He has notched four tackles, five interceptions and eight clearances in four appearances.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fine in relief versus Como Kabasele drew one foul and recorded four clearances and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Como.

Impact Kabasele drew a rare start since Nehuen Perez departed late and Thomas Kristensen wasn't ready for full minutes and got the job done in the back. He'll be in the mix with Kristensen and Isaak Toure in the coming rounds.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Verona Kabasele scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-3 draw versus Verona.

Impact Kabasele scored the opener in the 16th minute off a set piece taken by Lazar Samardzic. He recorded 15 clearances in the game along with an interception but gave away a penalty in the 36th minute. He has played nine games this season and has also scored and assisted once.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Serves ban Kabasele completed a one-game suspension in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Atalanta.

Impact Kabasele will be back in the fold and likely start versus Roma, although he's set to face competition from Thomas Kristensen, Joao Ferreira, and Adam Masina in the upcoming matches. He has tallied three tackles, three interceptions, and 12 clearances in his last three appearances, contributing to one clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Atalanta clash Kabasele had five clearances, two interceptions, and one tackle (zero won) and was booked for the fifth time in Saturday's 1-0 win over Udinese, triggering a one-game suspension.

Impact Kabasele had an excellent performance against a top team but will have to miss the next game due to yellow-card accumulation. Thomas Kristensen, Joao Ferreira, and Adam Masina are next in line in the back.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist versus Monza Kabasele provided an assist and made four clearances and one interception during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Monza.

Impact Kabasele was solid at the heart of the defense but his biggest contribution definitely came on the other end as he assisted Lorenzo Lucca for the goal that sealed the 1-1 draw in the 66th minute. This was the first assist of the season for Kabasele, who's still to meet expectations regularly in his first Serie A campaign after spending so many years in England.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist versus Monza Kabasele provided an assist and made four clearances and one interception during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Monza.

Impact Kabasele was solid at the heart of the defense but his biggest contribution definitely came on the other end as he assisted Lorenzo Lucca for the goal that sealed the 1-1 draw in the 66th minute. This was the first assist of the season for Kabasele, who's still to meet expectations regularly in his first Serie A campaign after spending so many years in England.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Genoa game Kabasele (thigh) didn't feature in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Genoa.

Impact Kabasele didn't start even though the coach teased his return and will have a few more days to work on his form ahead of Friday's clash with Empoli. Thomas Kristensen has been seesawing in relief.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will return against Genoa Kabasele (thigh) is available for Sunday's match versus Genoa, coach Andrea Sottil relayed.

Impact Kabasele will be back after missing two matches due to a thigh issue and might get the nod over Thomas Kristensen. He has recorded eight clearances, four interceptions, three tackles, and three blocks in four matches, contributing to one clean sheet.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus Napoli Kabasele (thigh) will return against either Genoa or Empoli, coach Andrea Sottil announced.

Impact Kabasele isn't expected to be out for long, but he'll miss his second consecutive game because of a thigh injury. Thomas Kristensen got the call and fared decently against Fiorentina in the past game.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit Fiorentina clash Kabasele (thigh) hasn't been called up for Sunday's game versus Fiorentina, but "he will return against either Napoli or Genoa," coach Andrea Sottil announced.

Impact Kabasele will skip one game because of a muscular injury, but it's not overly severe, and he's expected back next week. Axel Guessand, Thomas Kristensen, and Antonio Tikvic are the next men up since Enzo Ebosse (knee) and Adam Masina (foot) are missing as well.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off against Cagliari Kabasele had one block, one interception, and one clearance before leaving Sunday's match versus Cagliari in the first half due to a muscular problem, Gianluca Di Marzio informs.

Impact Kabasele had a decent start before leaving the game after receiving some medical attention. He's headed to some tests. Enzo Ebosse made his return from an ACL tear to replace him in the back.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles in Frosinone game Kabasele had one block and won six duels and two of two tackles in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Frosinone.

Impact Kabasele didn't rack up stats like other defenders but had an impeccable showing and thwarted a pair of dangerous situations with timely and precise interventions. He'll likely stay in the XI after Adam Masina (foot) shakes off his injury. He has logged three tackles, three interceptions, and seven clearances so far.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to Udinese Kabasele will make a move to Italy after agreeing to join Udinese from Watford, ending his seven-year career at the club.

Impact Kabasele had been a part of the Watford organization since 2016, recording six goals and two assists with 676 clearances and 194 interceptions in seven seasons. He will play in Serie A for the first time in his career after spending time playing in Belgium, Bulgaria and England.

JULY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three blocks during loss Kabasele made three blocks and six clearances during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Liverpool.

Impact Kabasele started his second straight match after being a substitute for most of the season. It's likely this will continue as Watford are without Nicolas Nkoulou (hamstring) and William Troost-Ekong (hamstring) currently. Both will have the chance to return against Leeds next Saturday, which could hurt Kabasele's path to playing time.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE