DUVAN ZAPATA NEWS

Takes step back in Juventus match Zapata won six duels and generated one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and two chances created in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Juventus.

Impact Zapata wasn't as effective as in his recent displays since the opponents keyed in on him. He has scored and assisted once in the past five matches, adding six shots (one on target), and three chances created. Atalanta will face Salernitana away Saturday.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner as sub Zapata scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Torino.

Impact Zapata subbed on in the second half and scored the game-winner in the 88th minute to give them three points on the road. The forward now has two goals in the season, to go with two assists as well. He's been in and out the squad lately, but started in five of their last seven games.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes assist in Roma game Zapata drew five fouls, won eight duels, assisted once to go with two crosses (two accurate), and one chance created in Monday's 3-1 win versus Roma.

Impact Zapata got the nod over Rasmus Hojlund and, while he didn't manage to get a shot off, he was engaged and energetic and contributed to the win with a soft cross for Mario Pasalic from the right flank for his second assist of the season, while he has scored just once. He has posted nine off-target attempts, five key passes, and 11 deliveries (five accurate) in the last five games.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in Cremonese tilt Zapata registered two shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) and was dispossessed once in Saturday's 3-1 win over Cremonese.

Impact Zapata got the start and contributed to the first goal by muscling his way to the baseline and uncorking a low-driven cross, which was poorly deflected by Emanuel Aiwu, leading to an easy goal for Marten de Roon. He didn't do much other than such action, while his main competitors Rasmus Hojlund and Ademola Lookman shined off the bench. He has started three games in a row, logging seven shots (one on target), four key passes, and eight crosses (one accurate).

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in win Zapata took four shots (all off target), created two chances and recorded three crosses (one accurate) in Friday's 2-1 win versus Empoli.

Impact Zapata had a decent performance Friday, as he took a season high four shots and recorded three crosses for just the third time this season. While he did record four shots, none of them hit the target, which encapsulates his disappointing season thus far with just one goal in 17 appearances. He has done fairly well getting into positions to score, as well as creating chances for his teammates, but the end product has simply not been there for him this season.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts Friday Zapata (thigh) is in the starting XI for Friday's clash versus Empoli.

Impact Zapata has recovered from his thigh issue and is starting Friday. It would be his first start since Jan 9, totaling just one assist in six shots (one on target) and six chances created in five matches played since.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up despite discomfort Zapata made Atalanta's squad list to face Empoli Friday despite missing practice Wednesday, coach Gian Piero Gasperini relayed.

Impact Zapata "didn't suffer a new injury, but he wasn't feeling right, and we are cautious with him." the gaffer added. He was able to train in some capacity after the pre-game presser and should be an option barring a late setback, but he might not start, differently from last week. Two among Rasmus Hojlund, Ademola Lookman, and Luis Muriel will get the nod.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Draws five fouls versus Napoli Zapata (thigh) won 13 duels and had one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate), and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Napoli.

Impact Zapata got the nod right after shaking off an injury and looked pretty spry, although he didn't fill it up in the key categories. If he manages to stay healthy for a few matches, he's set to impact Ademola Lookman and Rasmus Hojlund's playing time. He has provided one assist and logged six shots (one on target), six chances created, and three crosses in his last five matches. He last scored on November 9. Atalanta will face Empoli at home Friday.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Helping to lead line Zapata is fit and in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Napoli.

Impact Zapata returns as expected from a thigh injury to start against Napoli on Saturday. The forward has scored once and provided two assists in 15 appearances.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will return versus Napoli Zapata (thigh) will be available for Saturday's game against Napoli, coach Gian Piero Gasperini informed.

Impact Zapata is good to go after missing three weeks with his latest thigh injury. He'll likely return to a backup role since Rasmus Hojlund has fared well in relief. He has provided an assist and posted six shows (zero on target) and five chances created in his last five appearances (one start), failing to score.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers new injury Zapata sustained a grade-one strain of the semimembranous muscle of the right thigh, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Zapata will have to sit out three-to-four weeks with his latest physical problem. Rasmus Hojlund has thoroughly supplanted him at this point, and Luis Muriel will serve as the deputy while he recovers.

FEBRUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in return Zapata (thigh) took one off-target shot, created one scoring chance, and drew two fouls in 22 minutes in Saturday's 2-0 win over Sampdoria.

Impact Zapata got some action in the second half, but he'll have to show better to unseat Rasmus Hojlund, who's been great lately. He has provided an assist and tallied eight shots (one on target), four chances created, and five crosses (one accurate) in the last four appearances.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Sampdoria Zapata (hip) will be called up for Saturday's match against Sampdoria, coach Gian Piero Gasperini announced.

Impact Zapata will be back after missing one game due to a minor hip, but the gaffer will likely confirm Rasmus Hojlund and Ademola Lookman, who has shined in recent matches, He has provided an assist and added three shots (one on target), three chances created, and five crosses (one accurate) in the last three appearances.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not dealing with big injury Zapata is nursing muscle fatigue in his hip, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Zapata avoided lesions after bowing out early in a recent Coppa Italia game and sat out Sunday's clash with Juventus, but he's not expected to be sidelined for long.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Juventus game Zapata (hip) hasn't been named in Atalanta's squad list to face Juventus Sunday.

Impact Zapata has yet to learn the full extent of his injury, but he'll sit at least one match because of it. Rasmus Hojlund and Luis Muriel will be atop the offensive depth chart Sunday.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury in cup fixture Zapata bowed out in Thursday's Coppa Italia game versus Spezia due to a muscular problem. "I don't know whether it's a strain, but it'll be tough for him to recover for Sunday's ma...

Impact Zapata got the nod in this one but couldn't finish the game and is headed for some tests. Rasmus Hojlund has overtaken him in the hierarchy at this point. Luis Muriel would resurface if he had to miss time.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist versus Salernitana Zapata won two duels, created two scoring chances, and picked up an assist in 26 minutes in Sunday's 8-2 win over Salernitana.

Impact Zapata collected a point despite seeing little action by combining with Nadir Zortea in the box for the final goal of the game. His minutes might dwindle with Rasmus Hojlund and Jeremie Boga in way better form. He has been held scoreless in the past four, posting seven shots (one on target), three chances created, and five crosses (one accurate). Atalanta will visit Juventus Sunday.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Silent in Bologna game Zapata (knee) recorded one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate), and one chance created in 56 minutes in Monday's 2-1 win against Bologna.

Impact Zapata got the start despite a decent knee problem, but he didn't have a great showing and was pulled early. He'll have to continue sharing time with Rasmus Hojlund, Ademola Lookman, and Luis Muriel going forward. He has scored once in the past four matches, adding ten shots (three on target), two chances created, and five crosses (one accurate). Atalanta will host Salernitana Sunday.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Bologna Zapata (knee) will be in the starting XI to face Bologna on Monday.

Impact Zapata was forced off in the 29th minute versus Spezia on Wednesday but appears to have avoided any serious injury. In his last three outings, the forward has registered one goal on nine shots (three on target), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created.

JANUARY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Bologna game Zapata (knee) "has recovered well" and will be available against Bologna Monday, coach Gian Piero Gasperini announced.

Impact Zapata left the last game early due to a blow to the knee, but he avoided structural damage and managed to shake it off quickly. He'll be in contention to lead the frontline with Rasmus Hojlund and Luis Muriel. He has scored just once in ten appearances this season, adding 15 shots (five on target), three chances created, and nine crosses (one accurate).

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing bruise Zapata took some tests on his injured knee, which confirmed a contusion and ruled out further damage. Atalanta announced.

Impact Zapata avoided serious injuries and has been labeled as day-to-day. His presence in Monday's match versus Bologna might come down to pain tolerance. Rasmus Hojlund is likely to start after scoring off the bench against Spezia.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves Spezia game in first half Zapata bowed out after 29 minutes in Wednesday's fixture against Spezia due to a knock, DAZN reports.

Impact Zapata had two shots (one accurate), and three crosses (one accurate) before asking to come out due to the effects of a clash with goalie Jeroen Zoet, lamenting that he couldn't run fluidly. He was replaced by Rasmus Hojlund. He'll take some tests to determine whether it's something more than a contusion.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misfired versus Inter Zapata had four shots (zero on goal), won one tackle and five duels, and drew one foul in Sunday's 2-3 defeat against Inter Milan.

Impact Zapata started for the second game in a row and co-paced his team in shots, but he had little touch in the box. On the other hand, he drew the PK that led to the opening goal. He'll look to get fitter during the break, but he will probably continue splitting minutes with Luis Muriel and Rasmus Hojlund. He has recorded one goal, 13 shots (four on target), three chances created, and six inaccurate crosses in nine games, as he missed a ton of time with a thigh strain. Atalanta will visit Spezia on January 4.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE