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Former Toronto FC fullback Domenico Criscito resurfaces in Italy with Genoa Veteran defender Domenico Criscito, who announced his retirement from Toronto FC in mid-November, has resurfaced with his former club Genoa...

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • WINNIPEGFREEPRESS.COM

Toronto FC defender Domenico Criscito announces retirement | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Retired Toronto FC defender Domenico Criscito has announced his retirement from professional soccer, the club confi...

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Misses season finale Criscito was not involved in the Decision Day defeat against the Union.

Impact Criscito started almost every game for which he was eligible since joining Toronto in June, keeping two clean sheets in 15 MLS appearances (14 starts) and scoring a goal against New England. The 35-year-old was mostly utilized at left-back this season, but he can also play in central defense as he looks forward to 2023.

OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Toronto FC's Domenico Criscito wins Week 26 AT&T Goal of the Week | MLSSoccer.com There was no blocking Domenico Criscito’s first MLS goal last Wednesday at BMO Field, nor in Week 26’s AT&T 5G Goal of the Week race.

AUGUST 25, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores goal against New England Criscito scored a goal and created a chance in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against the Revolution. He also made a clearance, two interceptions and won three of six tackles in the match, a...

Impact Criscito opened his goals account in Toronto with a wonder strike from a corner kick situation that equalized Wednesday's game. He has started eight of nine MLS matches since joining the club in July, most of them at left-back.

AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

WATCH: Domenico Criscito scores Goal of the Year contender for Toronto FC | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

AUGUST 18, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Domenico Criscito GOLAZO from distance for his 1st goal in MLS

AUGUST 18, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Sends in five crosses off bench Criscito had one shot on goal, created one chance, sent in five crosses (one accurate), made one tackle and two clearances and was shown a yellow card after coming off the bench du...

Impact Criscito made his second appearance since joining Toronto, being brought in the 63rd minute and making an immediate impact as his side looked for offensive support in their comeback attempt. Unfortunately for the veteran left back, his efforts didn't lead to goals here, but he displayed once again his great two-way fantasy upside. Up next for Criscito is Saturday's visit to Montreal.

JULY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Impresses in MLS debut Criscito created two chances, sent in seven crosses (two accurate) and made three tackles (two won), one clearance and two interceptions during Saturday's 2-2 draw against San Jose...

Impact Criscito made his MLS debut after transferring from Genoa and left a very nice first impression, playing for 80 minutes and making substantial contributions on both sides of the pitch. The well-known offensive acumen makes the left back a great two-way performer no matter which league he's playing in and that shouldn't be different in MLS. Up next for Criscito is Wednesday's visit to Chicago.

JULY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Toronto Criscito has signed an 18-month contract with Toronto FC after transferring from Genoa, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact Criscito is leaving Genoa for what feels like the final time -- he began his career there before his 2011 move to Zenit, and then returned to Genoa in 2018 -- having tallied 30 goals in 274 appearances for the club overall. The 35-year-old is now moving to MLS, where he will want to bolster a Toronto back line that has conceded the most goals in the Eastern Conference this season. He will be competing with Chris Mavinga and Shane O'Neill for a spot next to Carlos Salcedo in central defense, possibly in a back-three.

JUNE 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins four tackles versus Bologna Criscito took one off-target shot, sent in four inaccurate crosses, won four of four tackles and had four interceptions in last Saturday's 0-1 loss to Bologna.

Impact Criscito had a strong showing on both ends despite the losing effort in the season finale. Multiple injuries have slowed him down this season, but he still finished with six goals, 50 crosses (nine accurate), 37 tackles and 51 clearances in 20 appearances (18 starts).

JUNE 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Converts late penalty Criscito scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing 12 times (three accurate) and creating two chances during Friday's 2-1 win over Juventus.

Impact Criscito found the back of the net in the 96th minute converting a penalty to claim all three points for Genoa. The goal was the sixth of the season for the fullback while his 12 crosses led Genoa in the win.

MAY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses PK against Sampdoria Criscito (thigh) took two shots (one on target), sent in four crosses (one accurate), had two interceptions and two clearances and was denied from the penalty spot in Saturday's 0-...

Impact Criscito came off the bench at halftime and put up decent numbers in his return from the latest injury, but he squandered a major opportunity to tie the game late. He had previously converted ten PKs in a row. He will likely affect Johan Vasquez's playing time down the stretch. He has recorded five goals, one assist, 34 interceptions and 31 tackles in 17 appearances (15 starts). Genoa will host Juventus Friday.

MAY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will be called up for Sampdoria game Criscito (thigh) will be available for Saturday's match versus Sampdoria, coach Alexander Blessin announced.

Impact Criscito sat out the previous match due to a minor injury. He had played just 25 minutes in the three matches prior to that even though he was technically healthy. He will be an option for the middle of the defense or as a left-back. He has tallied five goals, one assist, 29 crosses (five accurate) and 44 chances in 16 matches, but he last started in late December.

APRIL 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Cagliari game Criscito has been ruled out for Sunday's match versus Cagliari due to muscle fatigue, Ansa reports.

Impact Criscito has not been able to stay healthy in recent months and has played just 25 minutes in the last 14 matches. Johan Vasquez has taken over the starting job at left-back, with Morten Frendrup and Riccardo Calafiori as his backups.

APRIL 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes practicing fully Criscito (calf) was able to train with the rest of the group Monday, Genoa informed.

Impact Criscito has not played since late December due to two consecutive calf strains. He is on track to be called up for Monday's match versus Verona, but, while he was one of their cornerstones before the physical problems, he might be eased into action. His return figures to affect primarily Johan Vasquez and Mattia Bani. He has tallied 27 crosses, 29 tackles, 31 interceptions and 42 clearances in 15 matches, converting five penalty kicks.

MARCH 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Domenico Criscito's trek from Genoa to Toronto appears to have hit a snag Domenico Criscito’s club Genoa has been sinking in the Serie A standings all season and now the word is the veteran defender refuses to aban...

MARCH 7, 2022 • TORONTOSUN.COM

Chicharito, Carlos Vela look to get L.A. clubs back in MLS contention

The Los Angeles Galaxy and LAFC look to get back into the MLS playoffs after missing out last season, Doug McIntyre writes.

MARCH 3, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Chicharito, Carlos Vela look to get L.A. clubs back in MLS contention

Report: Toronto FC nearing deal for Genoa defender Domenico Criscito ' MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Report Toronto FC are nearing a deal for Genoa defender Domenico Criscito, according to a report from Fabrizio Roma...

MARCH 2, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Toronto FC sign Kadin Chung, close to acquiring Domenico Criscito Pacific FC of the Canadian Premier League is turning into a feeder club for Toronto FC.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • TORONTOSUN.COM

Will miss extended time Criscito was diagnosed with a relapse of his previous calf strain and will miss up to five weeks, Il Secolo XIX reports.

Impact Criscito re-injured himself right after returning to full practice and will likely be sidelined through the next international break. Andrea Cambiaso will be the starting left-back going forward, with Johan Vasquez, Riccardo Calafiori and Lennart Czyborra as his backups. Vasquez can also play as a center-back.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers new injury Criscito will miss Sunday's game against Venezia due to a new muscular problem, Tuttosport reports.

Impact Criscito had just returned from a calf strain and it is uncertain whether the new issue is in the same area or in a different one. He will take further tests in the next few days. Johan Vasquez and Andrea Cambiaso will be the main options to play at left-back sans Criscito.

FEBRUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus Salernitana Criscito (calf) did not play in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Salernitana.

Impact Criscito was available, but the coach elected to bring him back slowly. He will have better chances of starting, either as a center-back or as a left-back, in Sunday's road game against Venezia. He scored five times and tallied 29 tackles, 42 clearances and 27 crosses in 15 games, with one clean sheet.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Salernitana match Criscito (calf) has been included in Genoa's squad list for Sunday's game versus Salernitana.

Impact Criscito could make his return after sitting out five matches due to COVID-19 and a calf strain. He might crack the XI right away considering his importance to the team and the absences of Mattia Bani and Leo Ostigard. He has converted five penalty kicks so far and posted 18 shots, 29 tackles, 42 clearances and 27 crosses in 15 matches.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will stay out for Roma game Criscito (calf) has not gone into full training yet, but he is expected to do it next week, coach Alexander Blessin announced.

Impact Criscito will miss his fifth straight game because of a calf strain that has been trickier than anticipated. With Andrea Cambiaso suspended for this one, either Johan Vasquez or Riccardo Calafiori will play at left-back Saturday.

FEBRUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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