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Finds target in Monza game Immobile scored one goal to go with two shots (two on target), two tackles (two won) and one clearance in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Monza.

Impact Immobile got the nod over Taty Castellanos after a month and a knee injury and punched it in from point-blank range after a save by the opposing goalie to net his first goal since mid-February. He's up to seven in Serie A play. He has posted eight shots (three on target), two key passes and one inaccurate cross in his last five appearances.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in versus Juventus in cup game Immobile (knee) came off the bench late in Tuesday's Coppa Italia match versus Juventus.

Impact Immobile needed only a few more days to shake off his knee problem after being a late scratch for the previous tilt. He'll resume competing with Taty Castellanos to start in Saturday's home game against Verona. His teammate scored a brace in this one, and the coach might ride the hot hand. He hasn't hit the net in nine appearances. He has posted 11 shots (three on target), three key passes and three inaccurate crosses in his most recent five.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Stays out for Genoa game Immobile (knee) hasn't been selected for Friday's match versus Genoa, Lazio informed.

Impact Immobile tried to ramp and return early from injury, but his knee didn't respond well and he will be given more time to recuperate fully. Taty Castellanos will get the start while Pedro and Felipe Anderson will serve as the emergency options.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Slows down in rehab Immobile (knee) practiced on the side Friday after a pair of full sessions and could stay out versus Genoa on Friday, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Immobile has gone backward after seemingly shaking off a knee injury and might not make the game-day squad list. He'll be further assessed Friday. In any case, Taty Castellanos will lead the line versus Genoa given his conditions.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return versus Genoa Immobile (knee) reprised working fully with his teammates Wednesday, Tuttomercatoweb informed.

Impact Immobile will make a quick return after a minor knee sprain that cost him just a game and a half. He'll be neck-and-neck to start with Taty Castellanos. He has posted 11 shots (three on target), three key passes and three inaccurate crosses in his last five appearances.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss some time Immobile has been diagnosed with a left MCL sprain, Lazio announced.

Impact Immobile has avoided super serious problems but will be sidelined for a game or two to recover. Taty Castellanos will spearhead the attack in relief. Pedro and Felipe Anderson could also see minutes at the position if necessary.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off against Roma Immobile had two shots (zero on target) and one cross (zero accurate) and drew one foul in 45 minutes before leaving due to a knee sprain, he told Ansa.

Impact Immobile had a subdued first half before subbing off at intermission due to injury. He's headed for some tests to determine the severity of the problem. Taty Castellanos would take over the position if he missed time.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots against Frosinone Immobile won one of one tackle and generated four shots (one on goal), two clearances and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 win against Frosinone.

Impact Immobile had multiple attempts but wasted them for the most part, including a juicy one from a good position late in the first one. He was pulled early, and Taty Castellanos scored twice off the bench. He'll have to start producing to avoid losing his grip on the starting job. He hasn't scored in seven games. He has totaled 14 shots (four on target), two chances created and two crosses (zero accurate) in the last five tilts.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Off target Tuesday Immobile has two shots (zero on goal) during Tuesday's 3-0 loss to Bayern Munich.

Impact Immobile failed to put either of his shots on Manuel Neuer's net and looked lost as the Bayern defense totally smothered him. Immobile will certainly have better days in the future but this was one to forget for the striker. Immobile has now failed to score for five matches in a row in all competitions.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench versus Milan Immobile registered four shots (one on goal), won one duel and committed one foul in 30 minutes in Friday's 1-0 defeat to AC Milan.

Impact Immobile was load-managed before the return leg versus Bayern Munich but still led his team in attempts, although he lacked precision and couldn't exploit a pair of juicy chances. After three consecutive goals, he hasn't scored in the last four matches, providing just one assist and posting nine shots (four on target), two key passes and one inaccurate cross.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 1 • YOUTUBE

Struggles in Fiorentina tilt Immobile drew one foul, won two duels and recorded one shot (zero on goal) in Monday's 2-1 defeat versus Fiorentina.

Impact Immobile was poorly fed and was never dangerous in a game where his side didn't do much offensively other than scoring on a counter. He has tallied three goals, one assist, 11 shots (seven on target) and four chances in the last six matches but hasn't scored in the past three.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Assists versus Bologna Immobile assisted once to go with three shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Bologna.

Impact Immobile created Gustav Tang Isaksen's opener in the 18th minute with his first assist in the season, but Lazio couldn't hold the lead and ended up with the home loss. The forward logged seven assists in 2022-23, and does not look like he will top that number in the current campaign. He also led his side in shots during the match as usual.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Scores penalty in Wednesday's win Immobile scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 win versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Immobile scored the lone goal of Wednesday's match, a penalty he put past Manuel Neuer in the 69th minute following Dayot Upamecano's red card challenge. Immobile now has four goals in the Champions League this season and has scored in three consecutive matches in all competitions. He did not do much else of note before being subbed off for Valentin Castellanos in the 74th minute.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 14

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Finds target in Cagliari match Immobile drew one foul and scored one goal to go with three shots (two on target) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 victory over Cagliari.

Impact Immobile was at the right place at the right time to slot the ball from an angled position after a difficult save, tallying his 200th Serie A goal. He has hit the net twice in a row after a long slump. He has tallied 10 shots (five on target) and one key pass in his last five showings. Lazio will host Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Wednesday and then Bologna on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Scores penalty Sunday Immobile scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-1 defeat to Atalanta.

Impact Immobile scored a penalty in the 84th minute of Sunday's loss, a goal which made the scoreline a slightly more respectable 3-1. It marked his fifth Serie A goal of the season and his first since Nov. 25. He played just 26 minutes off the bench as he has not started since Dec. 22 due to a thigh injury and a suspension.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Clears disqualification Immobile served his one-game ban in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Napoli.

Impact Immobile will be available for Sunday's clash with Atalanta and will compete for the starting job with Taty Castellanos, who was good in relief. He hasn't scored in six matches, logging 10 shots (three on target), six key passes, and one cross (zero accurate).

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Napoli clash Immobile (thigh) committed two fouls and was booked for the fifth time in the campaign in 11 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 1-0 win over Lecce.

Impact Immobile saw limited action following a thigh problem, but it was enough for him to earn a one-game suspension due to yellow-card accumulation. If Taty Castellanos (thigh) doesn't return, Felipe Anderson will lead the line against Napoli on January 28.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Likely for Lecce match Immobile (thigh) returned to full practice and should be on the bench for Sunday's game versus Lecce, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Immobile has been able to heal more quickly than expected and will likely begin seeing minutes right away since Taty Castellanos got hurt. Felipe Anderson or Pedro will lead the line from the start. He didn't score in his last five appearances, where he tallied 10 shots (three on target), six chances created, and one inaccurate cross.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss some time Immobile suffered a distraction of the semitendinosus muscle in his right thigh, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Immobile avoided a lesion but is going to be sidelined for 15-to-20 days, the outlet informs. Taty Castellanos and Felipe Anderson will lead the line while he's on the mend, opening up a spot on the wings for Gustav Tang Isaksen and Pedro in the second case.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off against Empoli Immobile took two shots (one on target), created one scoring chance and had one block in 22 minutes before leaving Friday's game versus Empoli due to a thigh problem, SportMediaset...

Impact Immobile got off to a decent start but couldn't continue after a scuffed shot and some muscular discomfort. He was substituted by Taty Castellanos, who usually deputized for him.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Contained by Verona Immobile drew two fouls, won five duels, and recorded two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Verona.

Impact Immobile was held in check and didn't have many opportunities to do damage in this one. He has scored four times and added 10 shots (five on target), five key passes, and one inaccurate cross in the last six matches. Lazio will visit Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday and then host Inter next Sunday.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shines with two goals in win Immobile scored two goals to go with three shots (two on goal) in Tuesday's 2-0 victory versus Celtic.

Impact Despite starting in the previous four Champions League games, Immobile entered as a sub against Celtic and emerged as the hero for Lazio by scoring two goals in the final 20 minutes of play. This marks the second consecutive Champions League game in which Immobile has scored, while he is up to a total of three goals on six shots, through five appearances in UCL this year.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ciro Immobile scores 2 late goals and Lazio beats Celtic 2-0 to move atop Champions League group

Ciro Immobile came off the bench and scored twice in the final 10 minutes to help Lazio beat Celtic 2-0 on Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

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Champions League roundup: Kylian Mbappé nets PSG's winner, 10-man Bayern falls to Lazio

Ciro Immobile scores 2 late goals and Lazio beats Celtic 2-0 to move atop Champions League group