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DNP in Torino game Dodo (undisclosed) stayed on the bench in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Torino.

Impact Dodo wasn't in tip-top shape and didn't see minutes for the second match in a row. He's locked in a three-man timeshare with Joao Mario and Alex Jimenez at the moment. He had recorded one off-target shot, one tackle (one won) and one clearance in his lone appearance.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Dodo (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Torino.

Impact Dodo passed his late fitness evaluation after coach Fabio Grosso confirmed he would be assessed following a week of limited training, recovering enough to earn a spot in the squad despite not being fully fit heading into the weekend. The right-back had started the opener before Alex Jimenez took his spot last weekend, and the club opted to continue managing his workload carefully with a bench role given his limited preparation during the week.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Torino tilt Dodo "didn't practice fully for the entire week, so we'll need to evaluate him for Saturday," coach Fabio Grosso announced.

Impact Dodo stayed at the club after being in limbo throughout the summer but isn't 100 percent ahead of the Torino game. He got the nod in the opener, while Alex Jimenez started over him last week. Joao Mario is also an option in the role.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable display against Atalanta Dodo recorded two crosses (one accurate), two interceptions and three clearances and created one scoring chance in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Atalanta.

Impact Dodo continued his decent run on both ends, although he wasn't too effective offensively, and his club gave up one goal. He was consistent down the stretch, registering multiple clearances in his last four appearances, amassing 11, and at least two crosses in his final five, totaling 23 (five accurate). He wasn't as good a playmaker this year after dishing out five assists in 2024/2025, concluding with two helpers, eight clean sheets, 152 crosses (35 accurate) and 59 clearances in 36 matches.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in three crosses versus Juventus Dodo had three crosses (zero accurate), two clearances and two chances created and won one tackle in Sunday's 2-0 win versus Juventus.

Impact Dodo provided a decent punch off the wing despite the match-up and did his part in the back. He has notched three or more crosses in four straight contests, totaling 21 (four accurate) and adding seven key passes, four shots (one on target) and five tackles (two won), with three clean sheets over that span. Moreover, this marked his third game in a row with multiple clearances, for a total of eight.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Solid defensively in Lecce tilt Dodo created one scoring chance and registered two tackles (one won), five clearances and three interceptions in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Lecce.

Impact Dodo was forced to stay in the back in this one and registered a new season high in clearances. This marked the first time in six outings that he didn't launch multiple crosses. He has created at least one chance in three consecutive displays, amassing four key passes and notching four tackles (three won, eight clearances and two shots (one on target) during that stretch. In addition, he has logged one or more interceptions in five straight performances, totaling seven.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Workmanlike in Lazio meeting Dodo won two of two tackles and registered one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 1-0 win over Lazio.

Impact Dodo provided a solid contribution on both ends and came away with a well-rounded stat line. He has sent in multiple crosses in his last five appearances, racking up 22 deliveries (six accurate), adding three shots (zero on target), four key passes and seven clerances, with two clean sheets, during that stretch. Moreover, this marked his fourth game win in a row with one interception.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Conference League Dodo (thigh) got the start in Thursday's UEFA Conference League game versus Crystal Palace.

Impact Dodo quickly shook off a muscular ailment that sidelined him over the weekend and resumed starting over Pietro Comuzzo at right-back. He has sent in at least three crosses in his last four appearances, amassing 20 deliveries (four accurate), scoring once and posting three chances created, three interceptions and seven clearances during that stretch, with one clean sheet.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Verona Dodo (thigh) hasn't been selected for Saturday's game against Verona.

Impact Dodo has been able to train in some capacity late in the week, but the staff has ultimately opted to err on the side of caution. He might return midweek in a UEFA Conference League game. Fabiano Parisi (undisclosed) and Niccolo Fortini (back) are also missing in the role. Pietro Comuzzo, Daniele Rugani or Eddy Kouadio will fill in.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up thigh problem Dodo pulled the flexor muscle in his right thigh, but the tests ruled out a strain, Fiorentina announced.

Impact Dodo suffered a minor injury in training and will have a handful of days to recover from Saturday's away game against Verona. If he and his deputy, Niccolo Fortini (back) weren't fit enough for the next round, Pietro Comuzzo, Daniele Rugani or Eddy Kouadio would handle the right-back role.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in service Dodo generated one shot (one on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Inter Milan.

Impact Dodo only had one accurate cross, though he was able to create two chances with his efforts. He will likely be rewarded with an assist or two if he improves his accuracy against Verona, a team which has given up 52 goals in Serie A play.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Scores Monday Dodo scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and three crosses (one accurate) in Monday's 4-1 win against Cremonese.

Impact Dodo took a single shot and found the back of the net during Monday's clash. It was a goal-fest from start to finish and Dodo got in on the fun. He isn't always a consistent offensive threat but in dominant matches he can be dangerous. Dodo is likely to revert to form when Fiorentina take on top opposition.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 16 • Associated Press

Clears suspension Dodo completed a one-game ban in Monday's 3-0 defeat versus Parma.

Impact Dodo will be back available for Sunday's fixture versus Parma and most likely replace Daniele Rugani in the XI, as Fiorentina went with a different tactic without him, but it didn't work out. He has registered at least one clearance in 14 straight appearances, piling up 23, assisting twice and posting 28 key passes and 65 crosses (14 accurate) over that span.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit out Udinese match Dodo recorded one shot (zero on goal), one clearance and five crosses (zero accurate) and was cautioned for the fifth time in Monday's 1-0 victory versus Pisa.

Impact Dodo had a run-of-the-mill display, as he was fairly energetic but didn't connect with a teammate in any of his deliveries. He'll be unavailable for next Monday's game versus Udinese due to yellow-card accumulation. Niccolo Fortini or Robin Gosens will replace him in the lineup.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in six crosses in Torino bout Dodo recorded six crosses (two accurate), two interceptions and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Torino.

Impact Dodo paced his club in crosses along with Fabiano Parisi and had another well-rounded display, as he was under pressure in the back. He has recorded one or more clearances in 12 fixtures in a row, amassing 20 and contributing to one clean sheet in that span. He has posted multiple chances created and crosses in the last three fixtures, accumulating nine key passes and 16 deliveries (five accurate).

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes out assist versus Cagliari Dodo assisted once to go with eight crosses (two accurate), one interception and four chances created in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Cagliari.

Impact Dodo bounced back from a subdued showing by pacing his team in key passes and crosses and recording his second assist of the year with a precise cross for Marco Brescianini. He has been hit or miss in the last five matches, registering 11 chances created, 22 crosses (four accurate) and nine clearances, with no clean sheets. His six-game streak with at least one tackle came to an end in this one.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Main creator for Fiorentina Dodo took an off target shot, crossed 11 times (four accurate) and created five chances during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Parma.

Impact Dodo was impressive in attack despite lining up at center back as he led Fiorentina in crosses and chances created during the defeat. The defender has combined for an assist, two shots, nine chances created and 25 crosses over his last three appearances.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Provides helper in Udinese bout Dodo assisted once to go with four crosses (zero accurate), two clearances and two chances created in Sunday's 5-1 win over Udinese.

Impact Dodo made the stat sheet by hitting Moise Kean in stride ahead of the final goal of the contest, recording his first assist of the season. He has notched at least one cross in every match so far, amassing 66 (13 accurate) in 16 displays. He has created at least one scoring chance in the last four tilts, totaling seven and posting two shots (zero accurate), one tackle (zero won) and five clearances.

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in service Dodo registered one shot (zero on goal), 10 crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Verona.

Impact Only two of Dodo's 10 crosses were considered accurate, though he was able to create two chances. He should have better efficiency against a soft Udinese defense and has a good chance to get an assist on a team which has allowed 22 goals this season.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pedestrian versus Atalanta Dodo (thigh) recorded one shot (zero on goal), one clearance, one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 loss against Atalanta.

Impact Dodo soldiered through a muscular injury but wasn't at his best, lost the duel with Davide Zappacosta on the wing and didn't offer much offensively. He'll look to get completely healthy ahead of the next round. He maintained his season-long streak of games with at least a cross and has registered 48 (10 accurate) in 13 matches, with 11 shots (one on target) and 11 key passes, but no goal contributions so far.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Dodo (thigh) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Atalanta.

Impact Dodo was deemed fit ahead of Sunday's match and is not only with the team but fit enough to earn a starting role immediately. He has yet to miss a start on the right flank this season, a role he seems keen to remain in when fit.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Atalanta Dodo (thigh) has been named in Fiorentina's squad list to face Atalanta on Sunday.

Impact Dodo sat out the midweek Conference League game due to a thigh issue but has been able to recover quickly and will be neck-and-neck to start with Niccolo Fortini. He's been a fixture of the formation so far. He has launched at least a cross in every appearance, notching 47 (10 in every game), adding 10 key passes and 14 clearances.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing mild problem Dodo (thigh) "underwent a series of tests, which excluded a lesion but revealed some soreness near a previous scar. We believe he'll recuperate in a matter of days," Fiorentina doc...

Impact Dodo will be limited in training until he feels better and projects to be a late call for Sunday's clash with Atalanta, but he avoided muscular injuries that would have knocked him out for multiple weeks.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off versus Atalanta Dodo recorded one cross (zero accurate) in 45 minutes in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Juventus before leaving due to a right flexor injury, Fiorentina relayed.

Impact Dodo had a quiet first half and bowed out at the interval due to muscular discomfort. He'll be evaluated throughout the week ahead of Saturday's away game versus Sassuolo. Niccolo Fortini substituted for him in this one and would eventually take over the position if the starter missed time.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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