DUVAN ZAPATA NEWS

Could be back versus Cagliari Zapata (thigh) has improved during the break and, unless he feels some discomfort in the final practice of the week, he will be called up for Sunday's match against Cagliari, coach...

Impact Zapata missed the last three matches because of a thigh strain. The coach said that they will be cautious, so he will probably be used off the bench if indeed available for this one, with Luis Muriel starting again. Zapata has tallied one goal, one assist, 17 shots and five chances in the last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 2, 2022 • FOX SPORTS

Headed for another absence Zapata (thigh) has not returned to full practice in the lead-up of the Inter game and will most likely remain sidelined, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Zapata is set to miss the third straight game barring a late turnaround and will be given time to heal in the upcoming break. Luis Muriel is primed to once again lead the Atalanta frontline and he has been serviceable, although not as consistent as Zapata.

JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely for Inter game Zapata will not be rushed back from his thigh injury, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Zapata will probably be given another week, if not more considering the upcoming break. Luis Muriel is slated for another start Sunday.

JANUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Genoa game Zapata (thigh) will be unavailable Thursday versus Genoa, coach Gian Piero Gasperini announced.

Impact Zapata suffered a strain in the last game of 2021 and, as previously reported, needs more time to recuperate. He is doubtful also for the following match with Udinese. Luis Muriel will lead the frontline, with Roberto Piccoli as his backup.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with strain Zapata suffered a flexor strain in the Genoa game and is at risk for the next two matches against Torino and Udinese, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Zapata has some time to recover, but it generally takes around three weeks to heal from this kind of injury. Luis Muriel would take his place in the attack if he was not ready in time.

DECEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury versus Genoa Zapata took two shots (one on target) and had one interception in 45 minutes in Tuesday's 0-0 draw with Genoa before leaving due to an apparent thigh injury, La Gazzetta dello Spor...

Impact Zapata had a quiet first half before bowing out after clutching his thigh. He will soon take some tests to verify whether he could recover in time for January 6th's game versus Torino. If not, the next men up would be Luis Muriel and Roberto Piccoli.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Attemps five shots versus Roma Zapata took five shots (two on target), drew three fouls and committed one foul in Saturday's 4-1 loss versus Roma.

Impact Zapata was not able to find the back of the net but he still managed to be active on the offensive end with five shots attempted. The striker has now registered one goal and one assist in his last four appearances, along with racking up 15 shots, five chances created and two crosses.

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in UCL loss Zapata scored a goal off six shots (two on target) and made two tackles (both won) during Thursday's 3-2 Champions League loss against Villarreal.

Impact Zapata was one of the best men on the pitch, leading all players in shots attempted. But the reward for his efforts came too late as with his 80th minute goal Atalanta still needed two more to advance to knockout stage. The striker has been doing his part, though, will eight goals and three assists over his last nine starts in all competitions, and will try to add to his tally during Sunday's Serie A visit to Verona.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Napoli Zapata took three shots (one on target), created four scoring chances, drew one foul and picked up an assist in Saturday's 3-2 win over Napoli.

Impact Zapata saw his scoring binge come to an end after eight appearances, but he still made the stat-sheet by setting up the trailing Ruslan Malinovskyi after muscling his way in the box. He is now up to 11 goals, seven assists, 57 shots and 30 chances created in 18 games. Atalanta will host Villarreal in Champions League Wednesday and then visit Verona next Sunday.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores again in Juventus clash Zapata took two shots (one on target), drew three fouls, had four successful take-ons and scored a goal in Saturday's 1-0 win over Juventus.

Impact Zapata decided the game in the first half by slipping behind the defense and burning the goalkeeper with a potent shot. He has hit the net in seven straight matches, adding two assists, 29 shots and 11 chances created. Atalanta will face Venezia at home Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Opens the scoring Zapata scored a goal while taking four shots (one on goal) and crossing once accurately during Tuesday's 3-3 draw with Young Boys.

Impact Zapata found the back of the net after ten minutes opening the scoring in the match. The goal was the second in the Champions League for the forward while his four shots led Atalanta in the draw.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ibrahimovic record goals can't stop Milan's 1st league loss

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NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • Associated Press

Scores and assists against Spezia Zapata took five shots (three on target), created four chances, scored a goal and picked up an assist in Saturday's 5-2 win over Spezia.

Impact Zappacosta put up great numbers in this one, but he also got a little lucky as he buried a PK on his second try after missing the first one. He also assisted one of Mario Pasalic's goals with a quality feed in the box. The break has not halted his momentum as he has hit the net in five straight matches, adding two assists, 23 shots and ten chances created. Atalanta will visit Young Boys in Champions League Tuesday and then Juventus next Saturday.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Finds target against Cagliari Zapata took five shots (four on target), created one chance, had three successful take-ons and scored a goal in Saturday's 2-1 win over Cagliari.

Impact Zapata stayed hot in this one with another goal from close range after resisting to a defender in the box. He has hit the net in four straight matches, adding one assist, 18 shots, sixc chances created and four crosses. He logged eight goals and five assists in 14 appearances. Atalanta will host Spezia after the break.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists against Manchester United Zapata took six shots (two on target), created two chances, scored a goal and picked up an assist in Tuesday's 2-2 draw with Manchester United.

Impact Zapata had another strong outing as he teed up Josip Ilicic with a quality feed on the first goal and slipped behind the defense and perfectly shielded himself from an opponent before beating Davide De Gea on the second one. He has hit the net in five on the last seven games, tallying two assists, 222 shots and 14 chances created. Atalanta will face Cagliari away Saturday.

NOVEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Just like dad: Giovanni Simeone making his mark in Serie A

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OCTOBER 30, 2021 • Associated Press

Finds target against Lazio Zapata took two shots (one on target), sent in three inaccurate crosses, created three chances and scored a goal in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Lazio.

Impact Zapata bagged a great goal at the end of the first half, as he muscled his way to the box and bent the gloves of the goalie with a potent cross-shot. He has hit the net four times in the last six matches, adding one assist, 16 shots and 12 chances created. Atalanta will host Manchester United in Champions League Tuesday and then visit Cagliari next Saturday.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores fifth goal of season Zapata scored a goal while taking five shots (three on goal) during Wednesday's 3-1 win over Sampdoria.

Impact Zapata found the back of the net in the 21st minute scoring Atalanta's opening goal. The goal was the fifth of the season for the forward while his five shots led Atalanta in the win.

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off in disappointing showing Zapata created two chances during Sunday's one-all draw with Udinese.

Impact Zapata failed to get anything done Sunday, in what was an overall horrible performance. The forward failed to create much, while also struggling to finish his chances. The forward is still one of the best options on the team, and should be a solid option Wednesday, away to Sampdoria.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Finds target versus Empoli Zapata took four shots (one on target), created one chance, won three duels and scored a goal in 45 minutes in Sunday's 4-1 win over Empoli.

Impact Zapata was partially rested after international duties, but he still found the target with an easy goal on a square ball by Mario Pasalic in the stoppage time. He is up to four goals, four assists, 23 shots and then chances created in eight matches. Atalanta will face Manchester United away Wednesday and host Udinese next Sunday.

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists versus Milan Zapata took three shots (all on target), sent in three crosses (one accurate), created three chances, buried a PK and picked up an assist in Sunday's 2-3 loss to Milan.

Impact Zapata had a strong outing despite the loss, as he kept his aplomb from the penalty spot and found Mario Pasalic in the box for the late 2-3 goal. He paced his team in shots and chances. He is up to three goals and two assists in the season, and he has added 19 shots and ten crosses. Atalanta will face Empoli away after the break.

OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist Wednesday Zapata registered one assist, three shots (two on target) and two chances created versus Young Boys on Wednesday.

Impact Zapata has put together a strong start to the season after missing the first two games, as he has recorded two goals on 16 shots (seven on target) and three assists in six appearances, including a pair of UCL matches. The forward will look to carry that momentum into a clash with AC Milan on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check by Inter Zapata took two off-target shots, created one scoring chance, drew one foul and won three duels in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Inter.

Impact Zapata did not have much room to operate going against a quality defense, and his teammates were way more effective in this one. He has notched two goals, two assists, 13 shots and four chances created in five games. Atalanta will host Young Boys in Champions League Wednesday and then Atalanta next Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Zapata had an assist with his lone chance created while taking two off target shots and crossing once inaccurately during Tuesday's 2-1 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Zapata set up Davide Zappacosta in the 37th minute assisting the game winning goal for Atalanta. The assist was the first of the season for the forward coming from his lone chance created in the match. Zapata was subbed off in the 84th minute.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE