FILIP KOSTIC NEWS

Pedestrian in Atalanta game Kostic won four duels and one of two tackles and had one shot (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-3 draw versus Atalanta.

Impact Kostic had more success on defense than in the final third and was pulled early to make room for Federico Chiesa, which might happen often with the teammate rounding into shape after a major injury and Juan Cuadrado returning in this game. He hasn't collected a point in the past four matches, registering five shots (one on target), six chances created, 23 crosses (five accurate), and 11 tackles (six won). Juventus will host Monza Sunday.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in four crosses in Napoli game Kostic had one shot (zero on goal) and four crosses (zero accurate) and won three of five tackles and five duels in Friday's 1-5 defeat against Napoli.

Impact Kostic had some success in the defensive phase but struggled to get much going in the final third like most of his teammates in the rout. He has registered four shots (one on target), six chances created, and 21 crosses (five accurate) in the last three appearances. Juventus will host Atalanta next Sunday.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Imprecise against Udinese Kostic drew one foul and had one shot (one on goal), eight crosses (one accurate), and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Udinese.

Impact Kostic had the usual volume as far as crosses are concerned, but not much touch, as he found a teammate should once in his deliveries. He has notched three shots (one on target), six chances created, 17 crosses (five accurate), and three tackles (two won) in the two games after the World Cup. Juventus will visit Napoli Friday.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Productive against Cremonese Kostic created five scoring chances and had two shots (zero on goal), nine crosses (four accurate), and four corners in Wednesday's 1-0 win against Cremonese.

Impact Kostic wasn't involved in the late goal, but he contributed across the board on offense, pacing his team in crosses and key passes with a wide margin. He's been steady since Juventus switched to a 3-5-2 tactic and he took control of the left flank. He has logged one goal, five assists, 36 chances created, and 114 crosses (29 accurate) in 16 appearances. Juventus will host Udinese Saturday.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs seven crosses in draw Kostic logged seven crosses (zero accurate) and won two-of-three tackles during Monday's 3-3 draw with Cameroon.

Impact Kostic returned to the lineup after missing the opening loss to Brazil with a thigh problem. Going into the group stage finale against Switzerland, getting more efficiency from Kostic will be key to any chances of staying alive in the tournament.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Brazil Kostic (thigh) is in Serbia's match day squad for Thursday's clash against Brazil.

Impact Kostic isn't quite fit enough to start Thursday's game after suffering a thigh injury in Juventus' final Serie A match before the World Cup break. He may get some playing time off the bench while Filip Mladenovic lines up on the left wing in his place.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Kostic (thigh) is considered a "big question mark" for Thursday's match against Brazil, according to manager Dragan Stojkovic via The Athletic.

Impact Kostic missed last week's prep friendly against Bahrain and remains in question the day before the tournament opens. If he's unable to start, Filip Mladenovic could take his place on the left flank.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in friendly Kostic (thigh) won't be involved in Friday's friendly against Bahrain to avoid problems, coach Dragan Stojkovic relayed.

Impact Kostic picked up a thigh issue in the last game with Juventus and has been practicing on the side in the Serbian retreat lately. While there's optimism that the problem is minor, he'll have to be assessed again ahead of the opener versus Brazil.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off in Lazio game Kostic created four scoring chances, sent in seven crosses (one accurate), took one shot on target, and subbed off after 64 minutes in Sunday's 3-0 win over Lazio due to a thigh pr...

Impact Kostic had another stellar display, pacing his side in chances and crosses, but he left a little early due to a muscular issue, although the sub might have been precautionary. He contributed to the second goal by challenging Ivan Provedel with a low-driven cross-shot, and then Moise Kean pounced on the reboud. He'll be assessed by the Serbia staff ahead of the World Cup, but the early indication is that it shouldn't be anything serious.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers seven crosses against Verona Kostic won three of three tackles, created one scoring chance, and had seven crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Thursday's 1-0 win against Verona.

Impact Kostic had the usual volume and led his team in deliveries, but he wasn't as sharp and impactful as in previous contests. He has logged two assists, four shots (two on target), 12 chances created, and 42 crosses (13 accurate) in the last five matches. Juventus will host Lazio Sunday.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wreaks havoc versus Inter Kostic created three scoring chances and assisted twice to go with two shots (one on goal) and six crosses (two accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Inter Milan.

Impact Kostic broke the game open on his own with a devastating run down the left flank in the middle of the second half, finding Adrien Rabiot in the box at the end of it for the opening goal. He later set up Nicolo Fagioli with another square ball. He improved to six assists in the season. He has logged three in the last five matches, adding five shots (two on target), 16 chances created, and 53 crosses (17 accurate). Juventus will face Verona away Thursday.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in UCL defeat Kostic hauled in two shots (one on target), three chances created, seven crosses (one accurate) and two tackles (one won) in Wednesday's 2-1 loss to PSG.

Impact Kostic has been very active yet again and has been productive despite having just one assist with no goals over his past eight matches. The winger has mounted though three shots, 13 chances created and 41 crosses over his past four matches alone.

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers host of crosses in Lecce game Kostic created one scoring chance, won two of two tackles, and had 13 crosses (three accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Lecce.

Impact Kostic swung in a heap of crosses as per usual, but he had less touch than usual, on set pieces as well. He has notched one assist, 16 chances created, 47 crosses (17 accurate), and seven tackles (five won) in the last five matches. Juventus will face PSG away in Champions League Thursday and then host Inter next Sunday.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Productive against Benfica Kostic created four scoring chances, won three duels, and had nine crosses (five accurate) and two corners in Tuesday's 3-4 defeat to Benfica.

Impact Kostic paced his team in crosses and chances, as it's starting to become routine for him, and was one of the few Juventus players that had it going prior to an attempted late comeback. He has registered three off-target shots, 15 chances created, an assist, and 37 crosses (14 accurate) in the last five matches. Juventus will visit Lecce Saturday.

OCTOBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate in Empoli game Kostic created five chances and assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and 12 crosses (six accurate) in Friday's 4-0 win versus Empoli.

Impact Kostic found Moise Kean with a great cross from the left flank early, setting the table for the opening goal, and then proceeded to pace his team in crosses and co-lead it in chances along with Juan Cuadrado. He has scored and assisted once in the last six matches, adding four shots (one on target), 14 chances created, and 40 crosses (11 accurate). Juventus will face Benfica away in Champions League Tuesday and then Lecce next Saturday.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates five chances against Torino Kostic created five scoring chances, won one of two tackles, and had six crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Torino.

Impact Kostic had his way on his wing and tried to tee up his teammates with key passes on multiple occasions, but they weren't clutch on his feeds. He posted a new season high for chances. He has scored once added three shots (one on target) and 28 crosses (five accurate) in the last five games. Juventus will face Empoli away Friday.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in nine crosses in Maccabi Haifa game Kostic won two duels, drew one foul, created one scoring chance, and had nine crosses (one accurate) in Tuesday's 0-2 loss to Maccabi Haifa.

Impact Kostic was initially rested but came in at halftime and paced his team in crosses, although with very little accuracy. He hasn't been great in the last three games. He has scored once and added three shots (one on target), six chances created, and 17 crosses (six accurate) in the last five appearances. Juventus will face Torino away Saturday.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Silent versus Milan Kostic had two shots (zero on goal) and was dispossessed once in Saturday's 0-2 defeat to AC Milan.

Impact Kostic was very quiet, like most of the Juventus offense in this one. He has logged one goal, four shots (One on target), six chances created, and 23 crosses (five accurate) in the last five matches. Juventus will visit Maccabi Haifa in Champions League Tuesday and then Torino Saturday.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in four crosses in Maccabi Haifa game Kostic had four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-1 victory against Maccabi Haifa.

Impact Kostic didn't have his most active showing but was still the runner-up in crosses within his side. He has scored and assisted once in the last five matches, adding two shots (one on target), nine chances created, and 34 crosses (seven accurate). Juventus will face Milan away Saturday.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Bologna Kostic scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), nine crosses (one accurate), and two chances created in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Bologna.

Impact Kostic opened the scoring with a laser-accurate cross-shot from an angled position early and led his team in crosses, as it normally happens, although again without great accuracy. It's his first goal of the season, while he has provided three assists. He has tallied five shots (two on target), ten chances created, 36 crosses (seven accurate), and five tackles (two won) in the last five appearances. Juventus will host Maccabi Haifa in Champions League Wednesday and then visit Milan Saturday.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in four crosses against Monza Kostic won two duels and had four crosses (three accurate), one block, and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Monza.

Impact Kostic logged rather paltry numbers in another rough day for the Juventus numbers but was still among the leaders in multiple categories. He has notched three assists, 11 shots (two on target), 13 chances created, and 67 crosses (nine accurate) in nine matches.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Decent in Benfica game Kostic created one scoring chance and had one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (zero accurate), and one corner in Wednesday's 1-2 loss against Benfica.

Impact Kostic had decent volume as per usual, but he couldn't find a teammate with any of his deliveries in this one. He has tallied three assists, 11 shots (three on target), 11 chances created, and 53 crosses (six accurate) in eight matches. Juventus will visit Monza Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers six crosses against Sampdoria Kostic created one scoring chance and had two shots (two on goal), seven crosses (zero accurate), and two corners in Monday's 0-0 tie against Sampdoria.

Impact Kostic made the XI as expected following Angel Di Maria's injury and was active but not precise. He had the biggest chance of the game for his side in the stoppage time, but he scuffed his volley, and Emil Audero saved it. Juventus will host Roma Saturday.

AUGUST 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Juventus Kostic has signed a four-year contract with Juventus upon joining from Eintracht Frankfurt, the team announced.

Impact Kostic has been highly productive, especially in terms of assists, in Bundesliga in recent seasons. He's poised to have a big role at Juventus as well, especially until Federico Chiesa comes back from injury. He logged seven goals, 13 helpers, 112 chances and 536 crosses (139 accurate) in 43 appearances across all competitions in 2021/2022. While he's unlikely to retain that kind of volume since he will no longer be his team's top playmaker, he should continue to put up decent numbers.

AUGUST 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In talks with new club Kostic will miss Thursday's UEFA Super Cup against Real Madrid as he finishes contract talks to transfer away from his current side.

Impact Kostic is reportedly in talks with Juventus and has been given permission to pursue this move instead of playing in this game. It's a big loss for Frankfurt if it happens, but Ansgar Knauff could help lighten the burden on the attack along with Randall Kolo Muani.

AUGUST 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE