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Wins two tackles against Inter Akinsanmiro (AFCON) had one cross (zero accurate), one interception and one chance created and won two of two tackles in Friday's 6-2 defeat versus Inter Milan.

Impact Akinsanmiro came off the bench at the interval but didn't have a good shift, and Pisa were completely overwhelmed in the second half. He'll resume starting over Marius Marin if he's in better shape for next Saturday's clash with Sassuolo. He has recorded at least one tackle in seven consecutive outings, totaling 11 (seven won) and logging seven chances created, five shots (one on target) and six crosses (two accurate) over that span.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Friday Akinsanmiro (not injury related) is on the bench for Friday's game against Inter Milan.

Impact Manager Alberto Gilardino had already announced Akisanmiro was back and available, and he'll begin this game on the bench. He's expected to eventually return to the regular starting role he had before departing for AFCON.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Inter Akinsanmiro "has returned from AFCON with great motivation and enthusiasm. We're evaluating how to best use him Friday," coach Alberto Gilardino announced.

Impact Akinsanmiro will eventually supplant Marius Marin as Michel Aebischer's partner in the midfield, but he might be eased into action after being away from the team for a month and a half. He has recorded at least one tackle in his last six outings, amassing nine (five won) and logging six chances created, five shots (one on target) and six interceptions.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable because of AFCON Akinsanmiro has been called up by Nigeria for AFCON 2025.

Impact Akinsanmiro will take part in the tournament amid a breakout season during which he has been regular almost from the get-go. Marius Marin, Stefano Piccinini and Isak Vural will replace him in the midfield, as they did when he recently skipped a couple of games because of a shoulder injury.

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances against Parma Akinsanmiro (shoulder) had three crosses (two accurate), one tackle (one won) and four key passes in 45 minutes in Monday's 1-0 loss to Parma.

Impact Akinsanmiro put up strong numbers despite playing only one half, setting a new season high in chances created and matching the one in crosses. He'll likely return to the starting XI against Lecce on Friday, replacing either Marius Marin or Gabriel Piccinini. He has notched one or more tackles in his last five showings, amassing eight (four won) and adding six key passes, five shots (one on target) and six clearances over that span.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option for Parma game Akinsanmiro (shoulder) will begin as a sub in Monday's match against Parma.

Impact Akinsanmiro is good to go after a two-game absence, but he won't be rushed into the starting lineup and will eventually provide his contribution in the second half.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Parma Akinsanmiro (shoulder) "will be part of the squad for Monday," coach Alberto Gilardino announced.

Impact Akinsanmiro has recovered fairly quickly from a shoulder sprain and will be in contention with Marius Marin and Gabriele Piccinini, depending on how many minutes he can handle right after a two-game layoff. He was a surefire starter before the injury, notching one assist, six shots (one on target), five crosses (zero accurate) and seven tackles (three won) in his last five showings.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to skip some games Akinsanmiro has been diagnosed with an AC joint sprain in his left shoulder, Pisa announced.

Impact Akinsanmiro got away with a relatively mild injury but will have to wear a sling for a while and won't be able to train fully. According to Corriere dello Sport, he'll most likely sit out the next two matches versus Sassuolo and Inter and return in the first half of December.

NOVEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids worst-case scenario Akinsanmiro didn't suffer a shoulder fracture but is expected to miss some time due to a sprain, La Nazione reported.

Impact Akinsanmiro was taken directly to the hospital from the pitch because he was feared to have suffered a serious injury, but the test results were fairly reassuring. He remains likely to skip a game or two. Marius Marin, Gabriele Piccinini and Malthe Hojholt are the next men up in the midfield.

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in Cremonese game Akinsanmiro had one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 1-0 victory versus Cremonese before leaving due to a shoulder injury, Gianluca...

Impact Akinsanmiro did a little bit of everything but landed awkwardly on the joint midway through the second half and couldn't continue. He'll take tests in the coming days to determine the severity of the issue. Pisa will play their next game against Sassuolo on November 24. Marius Marin and Gabriele Piccinini are the next men up in the midfield.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fires three shots versus Torino Akinsanmiro drew three fouls and registered three shots (zero on goal), two clearances and one tackle (zero won) in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Torino.

Impact Akinsanmiro was more active than usual on offense, co-leading his club in shots and notching a new season high, but he missed the mark in all of them. He quickly resumed starting after getting a breather midweek and has been a fixture in the last two months. He has tallied at least one tackle in three straight matches, totaling six (two won) and logging four shots (zero on target), three interceptions and three clearances over that span.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in Milan tilt Akinsanmiro assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate), two interceptions and one chance created in Friday's 2-2 draw versus AC Milan.

Impact Akinsanmiro hit M'Bala Nzola in stride with a long ball to set up the second goal for his side, even though he was slipping, recording his first goal contribution of the season. He has taken over the position after the first two matches, recording one or more tackles in six of seven appearances, accumulating 12 (10 won). He has posted at least one interception in the past four contests, totaling seven and adding two shots (zero on target), three key passes and six crosses (one accurate) over that span.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE