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

Giovanni Simeone is finally starting to emerge from his father’s shadow in Serie A

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

Scores against Salernitana Zapata took three shots (two on target), won three duels, had two clearances and scored a goal in Saturday's 1-0 win over Salernitana.

Impact Zapata decided the game late by muscling his way in the box and burning the goalkeeper with a powerful shot. He paced his team in shots in a tougher-than-expected match-up. He has bagged two goals and recorded 11 shots, two chances created and four crosses in three games. Atalanta will host Sassuolo Tuesday.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in draw Zapata took two shots and assisted a goal in Tuesday's 2-2 Champions League draw against Villarreal. He also made a clearance in the match.

Impact Zapata set up Remo Freuler's early goal against Villarreal as the two sides split the points on Tuesday. He has been very active in his two appearances since recovering from a knee injury, and he will look forward to Saturday's Serie A clash against bottom-of-the-table Salernitana, which have already conceded 11 goals in three matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Fiorentina Zapata took four shots (three on target), created one chance, drew two fouls and scored a PK in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Zapata was supposed to be limited in his first game back from injury, but he instead he played 82 minutes. He converted a PK, but he also squandered a pair of opportunities to double his haul. He is poised for a major role with Luis Muriel sidelined for multiple matches. Atalanta will face Villarreal away in Champions League Tuesday and Salernitana Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Fiorentina Zapata (knee) will be called up for Saturday's game against Fiorentina, but it has yet to be determined whether he is ready to start or he will come off the bench, coach Gian Piero...

Impact Zapata missed the first two matches due to a knee sprain. The coach stated that he looked good in practice, however, the two will consult to make a decision on how many minutes he can handle. Josip Ilicic and Roberto Piccoli have decent chances to start over him up front.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Practicing partially Zapata (knee) trained on the side Tuesday in the first session of the week, Atalanta announced.

Impact Zapata had two rest completely for two weeks following a knee sprain, although he did not sustain structural damage. If he manages to ramp up his work in practice, he could be available for Saturday's game versus Fiorentina,

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers knee sprain Zapata will miss the first two matches of the season due to a right knee sprain, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Zapata was held out of the final friendly and the tests revealed that the problem was significant. The report does not specify whether he sustained some structural damage, which would dilate the timetable. He will not be available for international duties in the first and is currently eyeing September 12th's game against Fiorentina for his return. Atalanta will lean heavily on Luis Muriel at the start of the season. Youngsters Roberto Piccoli and Sam Lammers could have decent roles early on too.

AUGUST 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles against Milan Zapata took two off-target shots, created one scoring chance, had one successful take-ons and was dispossessed four times in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Milan.

Impact Zapata did not manage to get much going in this one as he was often engulfed by opposing defenders. He closed the year with 18 goals, ten assists, 42 chances created and 122 shots in 45 games.

MAY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Juve beats Inter to keep alive CL bid, Atalanta qualifies

Juventus kept alive its Champions League qualification hopes by winning at Serie A champion Inter Milan 3-2

MAY 15, 2021 • Associated Press

Scores and assists in Genoa game Zapata took three shots (one on target), created two chances, scored a goal and picked up an assist in Sunday's 4-3 win over Genoa.

Impact Zapata returned to the stat-sheet after four games with a routine finish from inside the box and also teed up Ruslan Malinovskyi after a strong action down the right flank and a quality square ball. He has tallied two goals and two assists in the last five games, tallying 16 shots, four created chances and eight crosses. Atalanta will host Milan next Sunday.

MAY 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Zapata provided one assist, took three shots off target, created one chance, delivered three crosses and drew two fouls in Wednesday's 2-0 win versus Benevento.

Impact Zapata had a positive offensive outing Wednesday as he provided one assist to help his side take home all three points. The striker has now scored once and provided one assist in his last four appearances, along with producing 12 shots, two chances created and seven crosses in the same time span.

MAY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Super League entrant Juventus struggles again in Serie A

There’s been nothing “super” over the last six rounds from Super League entrant Juventus

APRIL 25, 2021 • Associated Press

Zapata's great shot from centre of the box! | Fiorentina 2-3 Atalanta | Top Moment | Serie A TIM

APRIL 12, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Conte celebrates goal with players, Inter 11 points ahead

Inter Milan continued the march to its first Serie A title in more than a decade as it beat relegation-threatened Cagliari 1-0

APRIL 11, 2021 • Associated Press

Zapata's Thumping Header puts Atalanta in Front | Atalanta 4-2 Napoli | Top Moment | Serie A TIM

FEBRUARY 22, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Second-half GOALFEST! Atalanta top Napoli in thrilling display | ESPN FC Serie A Highlights

FEBRUARY 21, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Napoli draws 0-0 with Atalanta in 1st leg of Cup semifinal

Napoli held high-scoring Atalanta in check during a 0-0 draw but may regret not scoring at home during the first leg of the Italian Cup semifinals

FEBRUARY 3, 2021 • Associated Press

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

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Conte celebrates goal with players, Inter 11 points ahead

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