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Fires four shots against Lecce Zapata drew three fouls and had four shots (two on goal), three clearances and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Lecce.

Impact Zapata had his most productive display in a while, leading his team in attempts and setting a new season high, while filling in for Giovanni Simeone (calf), but Wladimiro Falcone denied his best efforts in brilliant fashion. His playing time in the next few matches will hinge on the starter's status. Torino bid farewell to Cyril Ngonge but added Sandro Kulenovic in the role. Zapata hadn't scored since early December and has logged seven shots (three on target) and three key passes in his last five outings (two starts).

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in cameo against Como Zapata (personal) drew three fouls, committed one and had six passes in 23 minutes in Sunday's 6-0 defeat versus Como.

Impact Zapata returned to action after dealing with a private matter, but the match had long been decided when he was fielded, and Torino didn't generate any offense. He'll tussle to start with Cyril Ngonge, while Giovanni Simeone (calf) is banged up. He has recorded four shots (two on target), two chances created and three crosses (zero accurate) in his last five displays (one start).

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Zapata (personal) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Como.

Impact Zapata is named on the bench for Saturday's clash against Como after being unavailable against Roma due to a sudden family-related issue. He reported back to the squad quickly but does not start this time. Zapata has started two of his last five appearances for Torino and is likely to hold a simillar role moving forward.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes training Zapata (personal) practiced regularly Tuesday as Torino started preparing for Saturday's away game versus Como, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Zapata was unavailable against Roma due to a sudden family-related issue, but he quickly reported back to his team and will be in the mix to start with Cyril Ngonge on Saturday if Giovanni Simeone doesn't recover fully during the week. He has gotten the nod in two of his last five showings, posting five shots (two on target), two key passes and three crosses (zero accurate).

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for Roma clash Zapata won't be involved Sunday due to personal reasons, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Zapata has left Rome to head to Bergamo, where his family resides, and won't be an option in this one. Torino will have their next game versus Como on Saturday. Cyril Ngonge and Che Adams are starting, while Giovanni Simeone and Alieu Njie are on the bench.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Assist in start Zapata assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Cremonese.

Impact Zapata has either scored or assisted in both of his last two appearances. They ensure that he will finish this Serie A season with at least one goal and one assist. Zapata logged them in four appearances, with three starts, a run of form that indicates why Torino's team has recently maximized his services.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes in Milan match Zapata scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), one tackle (zero won) and one chance created in Monday's 3-2 defeat against AC Milan.

Impact Zapata filled in for Giovanni Simeone (thigh) for the second time in the last three matches and bagged his first goal since October 2024, as he missed extended time due to an ACL tear, with a powerful cross-shot that bent the goalie's gloves. The starter is expected to return soon, but he'll remain in the mix, competing also with Che Adams and Cyril Ngonge. He has gotten minutes in the last eight rounds, posting six shots (two on target), one key pass and two crosses (zero accurate).

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Retuns from major injury Zapata (knee) logged a few minutes in Saturday's friendly against Valencia.

Impact Zapata saw some action for the first time since tearing his knee last October. He'll likely be handled carefully to start the season, but he's technically healthy. He'll split duties with Che Adams and Giovanni Simeone up front and occasionally team up with one of them. He posted 12 goals and four assists in 35 games in his last healthy season, adding 99 shots (38 on target), 27 key passes and 50 crosses (five accurate).

AUGUST 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ACL tear Zapata ruptured the ACL and two menisci in his left knee, Torino announced.

Impact Zapata is headed for surgery and a very long rehab, which could potentially last until the end of the season depending on how it goes. Antonio Sanabria and Che Adams will start consistently in the coming fixtures, with Nikola Vlasic and Yann Karamoh also chipping in offensively.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and stretchered off against Inter Zapata scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) but suffered a left knee injury late in Saturday's clash with Inter, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Zapata scored his third goal of the season with a quality finish after escaping past the offside trap but had an unnatural torsion of the knee on a change of direction and crumpled to the ground in a great deal of pain. He'll take the exams in short order. Antonio Sanabria replaced him off the bench.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in Lazio game Zapata won two of two tackles and had one shot (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-2 loss versus Lazio.

Impact Zapata couldn't follow up last week's goal as the Lazio defense contained him well in this one. He has hit the net once and posted 15 shots (seven on target), eight key passes and two crosses (two accurate) in the last five fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lazaro cross results in goal Zapata scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 3-2 win over Verona.

Impact For the second time this season, a cross from Valentino Lazaro found its way to Zapata, who scored using his teammate's help. The two's chemistry continues to help Zapata remain significantly relevant, as his goal-scoring rate has been weak otherwise.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet outing in draw Zapata had two off-target shots and suffered three fouls during Sunday's scoreless draw against Lecce.

Impact Zapata had arguably his worst performance of this start of campaign as he was mostly dominated by opposing defenders and couldn't find the target in neither of the shots he managed to attempt. This outing still looks like an outlier for the striker as he's been mostly very productive since joining Torino last season.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots against Atalanta Zapata registered five shots (four on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Atalanta.

Impact Zapata was rather unlikely as he did more than enough to score, pacing his team in attempts, but Marco Carnesecchi put his hands in all his efforts, although one led to a Che Adams tap-in. He has scored once and added nine shots (six on target), three key passes and one accurate cross in two rounds.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Milan Zapata scored a goal off four shots (two on target) and created one chance during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Milan.

Impact Zapata began the new campaign in style as he appeared unmarked in front of the goalkeeper to head home a cross from the left and give his team a 2-0 lead midway through the second frame. After being back to double-digit scoring in his first year with Torino, the striker will try to do even better now after his move from Atalanta became permanent.

AUGUST 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Staying at Torino permanently Zapata has inked a contract until 2026 as the conditions to trigger Torino's obligation to buy were met, TuttoSport informed.

Impact Zapata resumed having a starring role after switching sides and had a bounce-back season, recording 12 goals, four assists, 99 shots (38 on target) and 27 chances created in 35 appearances.

JUNE 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Finds target in Milan clash Zapata scored one goal to go with two shots (two on target), seven clearances and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus AC Milan.

Impact Zapata looked healthier than last week and found room between defenders to bag a relatively easy header to open the scoring and end a six-game dry spell. He also tracked back a lot later on. He has totaled 13 shots (four on target), one key pass and five crosses (zero accurate) in the last five rounds.

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check by Verona Zapata (hip/ribs) drew four fouls and had one off-target shot, one clearance and one block in 54 minutes in Sunday's 2-1 win over Verona.

Impact Zapata managed to stay in the XI even though he was clearly banged up but didn't do much on the pitch and required medical attention after subbing off. He appears to be nursing a knock, so he could be closer to 100 percent in Saturday's home game against Milan. He hasn't scored in the past five rounds, totaling 11 shots (two on target), two key passes, four crosses (zero accurate) and two tackles (one won).

MAY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Zapata (hip) is in the starting XI for Sunday's trip to Verona.

Impact Zapata was a doubt in the buildup to the match, but is fit to lead the line for Torino on Sunday. The forward has started every match since November, but hasn't scored in over a month.

MAY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Verona tilt Zapata "has some pain in his hip, and it'll be difficult for him to be there Sunday," coach Ivan Juric announced.

Impact Zapata will be further addressed in the time remaining before the game but might miss out altogether. Two among Antonio Sanabria, David Okereke and Pietro Pellegri would start in that case.

MAY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fairly active against Bologna Zapata drew two fouls and registered three shots (zero on goal), two tackles (one won) and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 0-0 draw versus Bologna.

Impact Zapata led his team in attempts as he often does but was dangerous just once, just missing the mark from a pretty good position. He hasn't scored in four rounds, where he has logged 10 shots (two on target), two chances created and four crosses (zero accurate).

MAY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fires three shots in Inter match Zapata drew one foul and registered three shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 defeat to Inter Milan.

Impact Zapata paced his team in attempts but was a little dangerous just once with a header that didn't go too wide. He has had a brace in the last five rounds, adding 17 shots (seven on target), five key passes and seven crosses (zero accurate).

APRIL 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Wasteful against Frosinone Zapata drew one foul and generated four shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Frosinone.

Impact Zapata led his team in attempts as usual but wasn't as clutch as in other instances. He has tallied three goals, one assist, 19 shots (eight on target) and seven chances created in the last five rounds.

APRIL 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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AC Milan back on top of Serie A thanks to Christian Pulisic double

WATCH: USMNT star Christian Pulisic produces his own flu game with a stunning brace to complete AC Milan's comeback vs Torino