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Completes disqualification Kabasele completed a two-match ban in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Monza.

Impact Kabasele was forced to sit out the first two contests because of a late red card last season. His recent replacements, Enzo Ebosse and Nicolo Bertola, haven't stood out, while Matteo Palma suffered an injury, so he'll likely resume starting right away. He logged 18 tackles, 36 interceptions and 157 clearances in 30 fixtures last year, contributing to six clean sheets.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Banned for two games Kabasele received a two-match disqualification for kicking an opponent while away from the ball, Serie A announced.

Impact Kabasele will have to sit out the first two tilts of the 2025/2026 season, barring a successful appeal. He scored three goals and helped secure six clean sheets in 30 showings (28 starts) in the recently concluded campaign.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red in Napoli clqsh Kabasele had one tackle (one won), three clearances and one interception and was sent off in the 64th minute of Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Napoli.

Impact Kabasele concluded his campaign a few minutes earlier due to a violent foul that will cost him at least next season's opener. He played over younger teammates a lot more regularly than in previous years in 2025/2026, contributing to six clean sheets in 30 appearances (28 accurate) and recording 157 clearances, 21 blocks and 36 interceptions.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Serves disqualification Kabasele cleared a one-game ban in Saturday's 2-0 win over Cagliari.

Impact Kabasele will return against Cremonese next Sunday and will start over Branimir Mlacic (hip) and Nicolo Bertola if the coach continues with the usual selection. He has logged at least one tackle in his last seven outings, amassing eight (six won), contributing to two clean sheets and adding 31 clearances, seven interceptions and five blocks over that span.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Cagliari game Kabasele won one of two tackles (one won), had two interceptions, two clearances and two blocks and was cautioned for the fifth time in Saturday's 2-0 win over Torino.

Impact Kabasele had another strong performance in the back but won't be available for the next round due to yellow-card accumulation. If Nicolo Bertola (thigh) doesn't recover, Branimir Mlacic will fill in, unless the coach decides to change the scheme.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Defensive standout in defeat Kabasele recorded one tackle (one won), five clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Parma.

Impact Kabasele matched a team-high Saturday with five clearances as Udinese fell in a narrow 1-0 defeat to Parma. Across his last five appearances (five starts), the central defender has averaged one tackle, 5.8 clearances, one interception and 0.6 blocks per appearance. Kabasele has been named to the starting XI in eight consecutive Serie A fixtures.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Fares decently in Milan bout Kabasele registered one tackle (one won), four clearances and one interception in Saturday's 3-0 win against AC Milan.

Impact Kabasele didn't put up eye-popping numbers like his teammates in the back, but still played a part in stifling the opponents. He has registered three or more clearances in seven straight contests, amassing 50 and notching six interceptions and four blocks over that span, with three clean sheets. Additionally, this marked his fourth showing in a row with exactly one tackle (all won).

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Fiorentina and Pisa lose on grim night for clubs fighting Serie A relegation

Goals from Christian Kabasele, Kelman Davis and Adam Buksa have given Udinese a 3-0 win over Fiorentina and halted its recent revival in Serie A

MARCH 2 • Associated Press

Scores with lone shot Kabasele scored a goal with his lone shot while making two interceptions and seven clearances during Monday's 3-0 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Kabasele opened the scoring in the 10th minute while leading Udinese in interceptions and clearances during the victory. The goal was the first since January 10th for the defender as he's combined for two shots, four tackles, six interceptions and 13 clearances over his last three league appearances.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Pisa meeting Kabasele scored one goal to go with three interceptions, one block and one tackle (one won) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Pisa.

Impact Kabasele didn't amass stats in the back this time, but he made his presence felt on the end, tying the game with a header on a corner kick for his second goal of the season. He has tallied at least one clearance and one interception in the last four matches, totaling 18 and eight, respectively, and adding two tackles (both won) and four blocks, but with no clean sheets over that span.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Solid defensively in clean sheet Kabasele recorded one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Napoli.

Impact Kabasele was rock-solid at the back, earning his third clean sheet of the season. He registered a season-high three tackles and one interception, while leading the side with eight clearances. The defender also won all 12 duels he contested and recorded his first shot attempt since October.

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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, 2025 • 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

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Fiorentina and Pisa lose on grim night for clubs fighting Serie A relegation