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Whips in 10 crosses Biraghi recorded 10 crosses (one accurate), five corners and three tackles (three accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 loss versus Bologna.

Impact Biraghi continues to lead the league in crosses made with 203. He has been having one of the most consistent seasons on the team with an average of 10.1 crosses (3.1 accurate) a match. The 30-year-old is just 83 crosses away from his career high in Serie A.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

11 crosses against Roma Biraghi generated 11 crosses (four accurate) and nine corners in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Roma.

Impact Biraghi had a busy day despite his team losing with multi-digit crosses on Sunday. He now has 184 crosses (58 accurate) on the year and ups his average accurate crosses a game to 3.4. It is hard to imagine that the 30-year-old only has two assists so far, however he is one of the most dangerous players on the left side of the field with his amazing ability to create crosses to the attack.

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Extends his crossing record Biraghi registered seven crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Sassuolo.

Impact Biraghi is continuing his excellent season with another multiple-crossing match. He leads the league by a mile with a total of 173 on the year. The 30-year-old is averaging 10.8 crosses (3.3 accurate) a game and has totaled 43 (10 accurate) in the last five matches. Along with that, he is also the main corner-kick taker with 91, which also leads the league.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in 14 and seven Biraghi sent in 14 crosses (two accurate), delivered seven corners and took one shot (zero on target) during Sunday's 2-1 defeat to AC Milan.

Impact Biraghi led all players on the pitch in crosses, but he wasn't particularly efficient with those attempts and only connected successfully twice. He was also his squad's preferred option from both corners. As long as he continues generating this type of volume, he'll retain value in all formats.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in eight crosses in win Biraghi registered one off-target shot, two chances created, eight crosses (one accurate) and two tackles (one won) in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Salernitana.

Impact Biraghi had a good all-around performance to help them earn the win at home. The left-back again led his side in crosses during the match. He's averaging 10.9 crosses per game after 13 appearances (12 starts) in the season, with two assists to his name.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists one of two goals Biraghi had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing four times (one accurate) during Sunday's 2-0 win over Sampdoria.

Impact Biraghi set up Nikola Milenkovic in the 58th minute assisting Fiorentina's second goal of the match. The assist was just the second of the season for the full-back, despite a team-high 38 chances created and Serie A high 134 crosses in 11 starts.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Finally gets first assist of season Biraghi assisted to go with seven crosses (one accurate), four corners, four chances created and four tackles (one won) in Sunday's 2-1 win over Spezia.

Impact It was only a matter of time that Biraghi got his first assist of the year with a cross right to Nikola Milenkovic for a goal. He currently leads Serie A with 129 crosses. His average crosses per game is incredible with 11.7 a match. The Italian is a danger to any opposing defenders when making a counterattack up the left side of the field with his unbelievable ability to send crosses constantly a contest. The 30-year-old now has 51 crosses (18 accurate) and 25 corners in the last five matches.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Continues crossing barrage Biraghi took an off target shot, crossed 13 times (four accurate) and created two chances during Monday's 1-1 draw with Lecce.

Impact Biraghi was held off the scoresheet despite being the main creator for Fiorentina on Monday. The full-back continued his crossing barrage in the match as he upped his season total to a league-high 119, 37 more than second place Antonio Candreva.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

17 crosses in defeat Biraghi sent in 17 crosses (six accurate), took nine corners and added two off-target shots during Monday's 4-0 defeat to Lazio.

Impact Biraghi was all over the pitch in this one, and his 17 crosses easily led all players for the match. He was also his team's preferred set piece option from both sides. Unfortunately, his efforts did not translate to the score sheet, as his team were thoroughly dominated on the counter from whistle to whistle.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs six accurate crosses Biraghi logged six accurate crosses during a 1-0 loss to Atalanta on Sunday.

Impact Biraghi continues to be one of the Serie A's best crossers. He has a 13.3 cross average and 12 accurate crosses (40 percent accuracy across all those attempted) since September.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers host of crosses in Juventus game Biraghi sent in 13 crosses (four accurate), created three scoring chances, drew one foul and won two duels in Saturday's 2-0 win over Juventus.

Impact Biraghi was dynamic down the flank and piled up stats also thanks to a few corner kicks and wound up pacing his side in both crosses and chances. He has logged four goals, one assist, 278 crosses (96 accurate) and 26 clearances in 37 starts in 2021-2022.

MAY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

True playmaker in loss Biraghi delivered 13 crosses, five corners and created four chances in Monday's 4-1 loss to Sampdoria.

Impact Biraghi had an exquisite playmaking performance delivering 13 crosses and five corners in the devastating loss. The defender has been in top form having his career best in chances created at 69 and 115 corners taken. For the 2021 campaign, Biraghi has elevated his playmaking ability in created all sorts of chances and his expectations for further improvements in his level of play are highly likely.

MAY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Relatively quiet against Roma Biraghi took one shot on target, sent in four crosses (one accurate) and had one interception and one clearance in Monday's 2-0 win over Roma.

Impact Biraghi did not have a particularly good showing as he focused on defending after his team grabbed an early two-goal lead. He has recorded five shots (three on target), 15 chances, 52 crosses (19 accurate) and four clearances in the last five matches. Fiorentina will face Sampdoria away Monday.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in crosses, chances created Biraghi crossed five times (three accurate), created two chances, made a tackle and a clearance during Sunday's 1-0 loss to AC Milan.

Impact Biraghi was held off the scoresheet despite being the main creator for Fiorentina on Sunday. The fullback finished with the second highest amount of tackles on the team while leading Fiorentina in crosses and chances created in the loss.

MAY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in 24 crosses in loss Biraghi had two off-target shots, created six chances, sent in 24 crosses (six accurate), made two tackles (one won) and drew three fouls during Wednesday's 4-0 loss against Fioren...

Impact Biraghi was spectacular for Fiorentina despite the lopsided loss. The left back put up incredible six chances created and 24 crosses, both season-highs, and even appeared to finish a couple of plays himself. Appearances on the scoresheet have been hard to come by for Biraghi, but he still accumulates numbers that make him one of Serie A's best at his position for fantasy purposes. Up next for him is Sunday's visit to Milan.

APRIL 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in nine crosses in loss Biraghi created three chances, sent in nine crosses (three accurate), made one clearance and one block in Sunday's 2-1 loss at Salernitana.

Impact Biraghi led his side in crosses and chances created during the match, but they failed to earn one point and ended up with the road loss. The left-back has just one assist in the season so far. He will now look to improve his numbers when they host Udinese on Wednesday.

APRIL 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rare assist Sunday Biraghi logged one assist during a 1-0 win Sunday versus Empoli.

Impact After failing to do so across Fiorentina's previous 10 league games, Biraghi logged his first Serie A assist this year.

APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Good to go for Inter game Biraghi (knee) logged a full practice Wednesday, La Nazione reports.

Impact Biraghi left the last game a little early due to a blow to the knee, but he avoided significant problems and will continue starting in Friday's road game versus Inter. He has posted eight shots, eight chances, 45 crosses and four tackles in the last five games.

MARCH 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bows out in Bologna game Biraghi took two shots on target, created two scoring chances, sent in 17 crosses (three accurate) and won one of two tackles in Sunday's 1-0 win over Bologna and left at the 77th...

Impact Biraghi had great volume in this one and posted a new season high for crosses, but he was also wildly inaccurate. The coach was not worried with his injury after the game, indicating that it was just a knock, but he will probably undergo further tests to determine whether he sustained some structural damage. He was replaced by Aleksa Terzic. Fiorentina will face Inter away Saturday.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

One clearance against Verona Biraghi made one clearance in a 1-1 stalemate against Verona on Sunday.

Impact Biraghi had an average outing for the home team. The 29-year-old made a solitary clearance. Other than that, Biraghi also provided a couple of key passes.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Racks up 12 crosses Biraghi recorded 12 crosses (two accurate), seven corners and three shots (two on target) against Sassuolo on Saturday.

Impact Since the calendar turned to 2022, Biraghi has generated two goals on 12 shots (five on target), 46 crosses (16 accurate) and 19 corners ins even contests. The left-back should continue to push the attack from the back line moving forward, making him a top-end fantasy target.

MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subpar against Atalanta Biraghi sent in two crosses (one accurate), created one scoring chance, drew one foul and won one duel in Sunday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Biraghi did not have the usual volume in this one as the opponents managed to hold him in check. He left the game earlier than usual but likely just due to fatigue. He has tallied seven shots, seven chances and 25 crosses in the last five games. Fiorentina will visit Sassuolo Saturday.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fires five crosses in victory Biraghi had three shots (none on target), five crosses, two tackles, created one chance and was fouled twice in the 2-1 victory against Spezia on Monday.

Impact While normally a prolific crosser, Biraghi's numbers were a little below average against Spezia on Monday. He did make up for it with a strong defensive effort, and hopefully he will return to form in the next match against Atalanta.

FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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