Impact Shomurodov replaced Artem Dovbyk in the final portion of the game after being sidelined for two matches but wasn't impactful. His role is unlikely to grow going forward.
DECEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE
Logs half an hour versus Atalanta Shomurodov (thigh) had one off-target shot and five passes and committed one foul in 28 minutes in Monday's 2-0 win over Atalanta.
Returns to bench Shomurodov (thigh) is on the bench for Monday's match against Atalanta.
Impact Shomurodov is back with the team as expected, finding a spot on the bench after recovering from his thigh issues. He has only received two starts in 10 appearances this season and is likely to remain on the bench in most matches moving forward.
DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Selected for Atalanta game Shomurodov (thigh) made Roma's squad list to face Atalanta on Monday.
Impact Shomurodov has recovered more quickly than anticipated from a thigh strain and will resume backing up Artem Dovbyk after sitting out two matches. He has drawn his lone two recent starts in the Europa League. He has assisted once and posted six shots (one on target), three chances created and one inaccurate cross in his last six showings.
DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE
Gets hurt with Uzbekistan Shomurodov suffered a low-grade left adductor strain while on international duties, Corriere dello Sport informed.
Impact Shomurodov picked up the issue, which turned out to be less severe than initially thought, during the World Cup qualifier versus Qatar. He'll miss about a month. Roma will have to come up with alternative solutions to deputize Artem Dovbyk. Paulo Dybala has occasionally served as a false-nine in a pinch.
NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE
Assists as a substitute Shomurodov assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 defeat against Bologna.
Impact Shomurodov picked up his first assist of the season as he made his sixth appearance in Serie A while still waiting for his first start in the league. He also created his second chance of the league season as he linked up with Stephen El Shaarawy.
NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE
Strikes as substitute Shomurodov scored a goal while taking three shots (all on goal), crossing once inaccurately and creating a chance during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Empoli.
Impact Shomurodov entered the match in the 77th minute and scored three minutes into his appearance to give Roma late hope. The goal was the first of the season for Shomurodov in his first appearance for Roma since 2022.
AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE
Returning to Roma Shomurodov hasn't been redeemed by Cagliari by the deadline, Cagliari exec Nereo Bonato informed.
Impact Shomurodov had his moments especially in the second half of the season, but the team considered the fee excessive. He'll most likely be on the move again in the summer.
JUNE 14 • ROTOWIRE
Nets in Inter clash Shomurodov scored one goal to go with three shots (two on target), one interception and one tackle (one won) in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Inter Milan.
Impact Shomurodov tied the game in the first half with a tidy finish from the edge of the box. He has started four matches in a row as Gianluca Lapadula is playing through an injury, scoring and assisting once and adding five shots (two on target), two key passes and five tackles (three won).
APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE
Logs assist in win over Atalanta Shomurodov made an assist and had one off-target shot during Sunday's 2-1 win over Atalanta.
Impact Shomurodov made the starting XI for the third consecutive match but, despite assisting Tomasso Augello for his team's first goal in the 42nd minute, his performance wasn't that great and he ended up being subbed off midway through the second frame. Anyway, this was the first appearance on the scoresheet for the forward since December and he'll try to build from this during the upcoming matches.
APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE
Scores brace off the bench Shomurodov scored two goals to go with five shots (four on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 4-2 win against Salernitana.
Impact Shomurodov made his second substitute appearance for Cagliari following his return from a foot injury and scored twice from four shots on target, both season highs. He may be in line for more minutes and a first start since October next time out away to Monza due to numerous injuries to Cagliari's forwards and this impressive cameo.
MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE
Subs in late against Empoli Shomurodov (foot) had three touches in three minutes in Sunday's 1-0 win over Empoli.
Impact Shomurodov returned to action after a long layoff but didn't play enough to make an impact. He could have a bigger role in the next game since Zito Luvumbo (thigh) got hurt in this one. Leonardo Pavoletti (ankle) and Andrea Petagna (calf) are also out.
MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE
Set to be option against Empoli Shomurudov (foot) "has recovered from his injury," coach Claudio Ranieri announced.
Impact Shomurodov hasn't played since mid-November due to a foot fracture that required surgery. Despite the extended absence, he might get minutes immediately since Cagliari just lost Andrea Petagna (calf) and Leonardo Pavoletti (foot) up front, leaving Gianluca Lapadula as the lone pure striker. He has yet to score but has assisted twice and logged four off-target shots, seven chances created and three crosses (one accurate) in his 11 appearances (two starts).
MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE
Still ways away Shomurodov (foot) "needs about a month to recover," coach Claudio Ranieri informed.
Impact Shomurodov has been out since mid-December due to a foot fracture and isn't close to coming back yet. Andrea Petagna has been getting the lion's share of minutes up front so far, but the gaffer suggested they would resume using two strikers once him, Zito Luvumbo (AFCON), and Gaetano Pio Oristanio (foot) return.
FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers foot injury Shomurodov suffered the second metatarsal in his right foot in practice, Cagliari informed.
Impact Shomurodov will miss multiple weeks while the bone heals. His role had already shrunk in recent weeks, as Cagliari have several offensive options, such as Zito Luvumbo, Andrea Petagna, Gianluca Lapadula, Leonardo Pavoletti, and Gaetano Pio Oristanio.
DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Assists on winning goal Shomurodov assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 2-1 victory versus Sassuolo.
Impact Shomurodov set up the winning goal in the ninth minute of second-half extra time, as he headed a pass to teammate, Leonardo Pavoletti, who buried the go-ahead goal. The assist marks the second of the season for Shomurodov, who also has a total of seven chances created in 11 appearances on the season.
DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Sets up teammate versus Salernitana Shomurodov assisted once to go with five passes and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Salernitana.
Impact Shomurdov came in very late but made his touches count, as he found Nicolas Viola with a pinpoint cross from the baseline to set up the second goal for his side. Cagliari's offensive depth chart remains fluid behind Zito Luvumbo, so he has a shot to earn regular minutes if he shows well consistently, which hasn't been the case so far. He has logged four off-target shots, five key passes, and one accurate cross in the last five matches (two starts).
OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Joins Cagliari Shomurodov has transferred to Cagliari on a season-long loan with option to buy from Roma, the teams announced.
Impact Shomurodov is on the move again after a rather underwhelming spell at Spezia, where he tallied one goal, one assist, 18 shots (four on target), and 11 chances created in 15 appearances (nine starts). He'll compete with Zito Luvumbo and Gaetano Pio Oristanio to pair up with Gianluca Lapadula upfront.
JULY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Comes in very late versus Roma Shomurodov committed one foul, had one touch, and one yellow-carded while subbing in late in Round 38's 1-2 loss to Roma.
Impact Shomurodov had an underwhelming loan spell and started just when other strikers where injured. He scored one and added one assist, 18 shots (four on target), and 11 chances created in 15 appearances (nine starts). He's returning to Roma.
JUNE 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Assists in defeat Shomurodov assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat to Atalanta.
Impact Shomurodov assisted Mehdi Bourabia for the consolation goal in the 64th minute. He made two key passes and one clearance. He has started on eight occasions now and scored and assisted once. He has a clean disciplinary record and has been booked only once in February.
MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
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APRIL 4, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Finally scores goal Shomurodov scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Salernitana.
Impact Finally on Sunday, Shomurodov logged his first goal of the 2022-23 Serie A. Unsuccessful after 13 previous attempts, he will look to use the positive momentum from his goal across future Spezia games.
APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Takes four shots against Juventus Shomurodov won nine duels, drew one foul, generated four shots (one on goal), and two chances created in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Juventus.
Impact Shomurodov had a decent showing and paced his team in shots, but he didn't have great accuracy. He has logged seven shots (one on target) and five chances created in three games since joining. His playing time might be affected by the return of M'Bala Nzola.
FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Creates two chances against Napoli Shomurodov drew one foul, won one duel, and had one clearance and two interceptions in Sunday's 0-3 defeat to Napoli.
Impact Shomurodov drew the nod right away after joining as M'Bala Nzola was absent, but he didn't put up numbers beside a pair of key passes. He'll split time with Raimonds Krollis, Daniele Verde, and Emmanuel Gyasi until the team's top scorer is back.
FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Moves to Spezia Shomurodov has joined Spezia on a season-long loan from Roma, the League announced.
Impact Shomurodov has had a very limited role at Roma this season and will seek more minutes at his new club, where he'll compete with M'Bala Nzola, Emmanuel Gyasi, and Daniele Verde. He has scored once and posted nine shots (five on target) and two chances created in eight appearances (one start).
JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
