DANIELE VERDE NEWS

Send in one cross against Roma Verde had one inaccurate cross and one clearance in Round 38's 1-2 loss to Roma.

Impact Verde lost a lot of playing time down the stretch as he wasn't fully fit despite being available for all matches. His numbers significantly dipped after a great 2021/2022 campaign. He scored three times and posted 33 shots (11 on target), 18 chances created, and 68 crosses (21 accurate) in 25 appearances (11 starts).

JUNE 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off the bench Verde scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Sampdoria.

Impact Verde replaced the injured Daniel Maldini in the 30th minute. He scored an equaliser in the 59th minute where he was assisted by Simone Bastoni. He has scored three goals this season and had previously scored a brace versus Empoli in February.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in five crosses in Lazio match Verde won one tackle and two duels and had one shot (one on goal) and five crosses (three accurate) in Friday's 3-0 defeat to Lazio.

Impact Verde was picked over Daniel Maldini in this one and was one of the few Spezia attackers that had an okay performance and paced his side in deliveries. He has posted seven shots (one on target), three key passes, 15 crosses (seven accurate), and six corners in his last five appearances (three starts).

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides spark versus Sasssuolo Verde registered four crosses (one accurate), one chance created, and two corners in Friday's 0-1 defeat versus Sassuolo.

Impact Verde dropped to the bench for the second consecutive match, but he paced his team in deliveries as they tried to lay siege to equalize late in the game. He wasn't overly impressive in his recent starts, so he'll have to compete for minutes with Daniel Maldini and Eldor Shomurodov going forward. He has logged two goals, ten shots (two on target), six chances created, and 16 crosses (six accurate) in his last five appearances.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Produces versus Juventus Verde created three scoring chances and recorded three shots (two on goal), five crosses (two accurate), and three corners in Sunday's 0-2 defeat versus Juventus.

Impact Verde led his team in multiple offensive categories and was unlucky not to come away with a point in this one. He's in the midst of his best and healthiest stretch of the season, as he has logged two goals, six shots (four on target), five chances created, and 14 crosses (five accurate) in the last five games (four starts).

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace in road draw Verde scored two goals from two shots, created one chance, sent in two crosses (one accurate) and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 2-2 draw at Empoli.

Impact Verde converted a PK in the 25th minute and scored again in the 31st to give them the 2-0 lead before halftime -- but they couldn't hold it. The forward now has two goals in the season, in his 12th appearance (five starts). He also received his first yellow card so far.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Draws four fouls versus Napoli Verde won five duels and had two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate), and one corner in Sunday's 3-0 loss to Napoli.

Impact Verde got the nod with M'Bala Nzola and Emmanuel Gyasi sidelined for this one and picked up a meager amount of stats across the board on offense, but he lacked touch. He'll likely revert back to a bench role once the Spezia attack is whole. He has logged three off-target shots, one chance, and seven crosses (two accurate) in the last three appearances.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus Lecce Verde (thigh) didn't play in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Lecce.

Impact Verde returned to the squad list sooner than expected, but he didn't see the pitch as he wasn't fully ready, and the game didn't break in his favor. He'll split minutes primarily with Emmanuel Gyasi going forward. He has notched ten shots (three on target), six chances created, and 20 crosses (five accurate) in eight appearances (two starts).

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes squad list for Lecce game Verde (thigh) has been called up for Sunday's match versus Lecce, Spezia announced.

Impact Verde has recovered sooner than expected, but the coach was non-committal about him in the pre-game presser, although he'll make the trip. He'll be at best a bench option, with Emmanuel Gyasi and Mbala Nzola likely getting another start. He has recorded ten shots (three on target), six chances created, and 20 crosses (five accurate) in eight appearances (two starts).

JANUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up small injury Verde will miss 10-to-15 days due to muscle fatigue, coach Luca Gotti announced.

Impact Verde sustained a muscular injury in practice and, while the tests ruled out severe problems, he'll have to skip two or three games because of it. Emmanuel Gyasi, Daniel Maldini, and David Strelec should experience an uptick of minutes while he's out.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots off bench against Cremonese Verde had two shots after coming off the bench in a 2-2 draw against Cremonese on Sunday.

Impact Verde had little impact on the match. The 26-year-old came as a substitute in the 80th minute and his most notable contribution was having two shots and both were on target.

OCTOBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two key passes off bench against Monza Verde provided a couple of key passes in a 2-0 defeat to Monza on Sunday.

Impact Verde had little impact on the match. The 26-year-old came as a substitute in the 69th minute and his most notable contribution was a couple of key passes.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Lazio romp Verde (groin) didn't play in Sunday's 0-4 loss to Lazio.

Impact Verde didn't get minutes as the coach preferred giving him another week of practice rather than rushing him back, also because the game got out of hand quickly. His return could primarily impact Emmanuel Gyasi, but a tactical change could be in the cards with him and Daniele Maldini now available.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Lazio Verde (groin) has been called up for Sunday's game against Lazio, Spezia announced.

Impact Verde could feature for the first time since late August after skipping the past few matches due to a small sports hernia. He's more likely to come off the bench than to start. The coach could tweak the lineup to accommodate him, or move Emmanuel Gyasi back to a more defensive role. He logged one chance created, four inaccurate crosses, and two corners in two appearances so far.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Feeling better Verde (groin) re-joined his teammates in practice Thursday, Spezia announced.

Impact Verde spent some time away from the team facilities to try a program and avoid surgery to fix a sports-hernia, and it appears that he'll manage to do just that. It remains to be seen whether he can be called up for the Lazio game already or if he needs some time to get up to speed with his conditioning.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Inter clash Verde (undiclosed) is missing from Spezia's squad list to face Inter Saturday.

Impact Verde will indeed be spared in this one as anticipated by the coach. David Strelec, Daniel Maldini and Kevin Agudelo will be in the running to replace him. Jacopo Sala would likely get the nod in the midfield if Agudelo moved to a more offensive role.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Inter game Verde will likely sit out Saturday's game versus Inter due to a minor problem, coach Luca Gotti announced.

Impact Verde will be assessed in the final practice but has slim chances of being called up, although his injury shouldn't be severe. The gaffer mentioned David Strelec, Daniel Maldini, who's banged up as well, on top of Kevin Agudelo and Emmanuel Gyasi as possible replacements. The final two would require some adjustments in other roles.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Produces against Napoli Verde took three shots (one on target), sent in eight crosses (four accurate), created seven scoring chances and drew four fouls in Sunday's 0-3 loss to Napoli.

Impact Verde put together one of his best stat-line of the season, although his side did not manage to score in this one. He has recorded eight goals, six assists, 53 shots (24 on target) and 39 chances in 33 appearances (21 starts) this season.

MAY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Udinese Verde scored a goal in a 3-2 win against Udinese on Saturday.

Impact Verde had an impressive outing for the visitors. The 25-year-old scored the team's first goal in the match which was his eighth in the league campaign. That's not it as Verde also provided an assist for the team's third goal.

MAY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Atalanta Verde took two shots (one on target), sent in three crosses (two accurate), had two interceptions and scored a goal in Sunday's 1-3 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Verde was the most effective among Spezia attackers and found the target by slipping behind the offside trap on a long ball and keeping his aplomb in front of the goalie. He improved to seven goals in the season. He has added one assist, five shots (two on target), four chances and 17 crosses (eight accurate) in the last five appearances. Spezia will face Udinese away Saturday.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Lazio Verde sent in seven crosses (four accurate), created four scoring chances, took one off-target shot and picked up an assist in Saturday's 3-4 loss to Lazio.

Impact Verde returned to the XI after seeing limited playing time in the previous four matches, paced his team in chances and crosses and set up Petko Hristov's header with a precise corner kick. He is now up to six goals and five assists in the season, but he was fading before this game. Spezia will host Atalanta next Sunday.

MAY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers four crosses against Venezia Verde took one off-target shot, sent in four crosses (one accurate) and created one scoring chance in 33 minutes in Saturday's 1-0 win over Venezia.

Impact Verde was used as a sub, but he put up his usual numbers, although he lacked some precision in his deliveries. He has notched one goal, one assist, eight shots and 17 crosses in the last five appearances. Spezia will face Empoli away Saturday.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in first half Verde scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) and crossing twice inaccurately during Friday's 4-1 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Verde found the back of the net in the 35th minute sending Spezia into halftime on level terms. The goal was the sixth of the season for the attacker while his two shots were the team-high total in the loss.

MARCH 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses PK, assists in win Verde made an assist, had one shot on goal, created one chance, sent in five inaccurate crosses and missed a penalty during Saturday's 2-0 win over Cagliari.

Impact Verde missed a penalty that could've given his side the lead in the 36th minute, but then he bounced back 10 minutes into the final frame with a corner kick that was slotted home by Martin Erlic for the opening goal of the match. With five goals and four assists over 25 appearances (16 starts) this season, the winger will try to keep adding to his numbers during Friday's visit to Sassuolo.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against Juventus Verde took two shots (one on target) and created two chances in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Juventus. He also made an interception in the match.

Impact Verde had a solid game on both sides of the ball from the right wing on Sunday, but it wasn't enough to inspire his team to a result against Juventus. He will be looking to add to his season tall of five goals next weekend against Cagliari, which have conceded 51 times in 28 Serie A matches.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE