Fiorentina Team News Page 87 - Soccer

Pietro Terracciano - Concedes one in loss Terracciano conceded one goal and made one save during Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Lazio.

Impact Terracciano has conceded just two goals in three starts but two have ended in defeat without his side finding a goal for themselves. As he's also made just three total saves in his recent run as the starter, Terracciano's value is heavily dependent on better performances in the attack. He'll still get a solid matchup in Sunday's visit from Spezia, which are tied for seventh in shots on goal in Serie A.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cristiano Biraghi - Solid against Lazio Biraghi created three chances from five crosses (four accurate) and conceded a yellow card during Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Lazio.

Impact Biraghi leads his team in chances created with 16 in 10 starts, 11 of which have come in the last four games. This sets him up well for Sunday's visit from Spezia, which hold the worst defensive record in Serie A.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Riccardo Sottil - Provides five crosses in loss Sottil provided five crosses (one accurate) and put one shot off target during Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Lazio.

Impact Sottil has logged eight crosses over his last two starts and played in just seven of his club's ten matches this season. Should he manage to earn a consistent place in the lineup, there's room to generate further value following Wednesday's efforts. Up next is a visit from Spezia, which have the worst defensive record in Serie A.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Callejon - Creates one chance in loss Callejon created one chance from four crosses (one accurate) during 71 minutes of Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Lazio.

Impact Callejon has started in eight of his team's ten matches this season but has only created six chances and put one shot on target. These numbers represent his continual decline since his prime seasons with Napoli and don't make him a favorable pickup even with Dusan Vlahovic next to him in the attack. Up next is a visit from Spezia, which hold the worst defensive record in Serie A.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dusan Vlahovic - Takes four shots in loss Vlahovic took four shots (zero on goal) and created one chance during Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Lazio.

Impact Vlahovic ranks fourth in the league in shots taken and hasn't gone more than three matches in a row without scoring, so his failure to put a shot on goal in two of the last three matches should be too troubling just yet. Up next is a visit from Spezia, which have conceded 23 goals in just 10 matches this season.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolas Gonzalez - Tests positive for COVID-19 Gonzalez has contracted Coronavirus, is asymptomatic and is isolating at home, Fiorentina announced.

Impact Gonzalez will have to sit out at least the next two matches considering the short turnaround. Riccardo Sottil, Riccardo Saponara and Jose Callejon will see an uptick of minutes on the offensive wings while Gonzalez is out. Saponara hit the net in the last game, but his minutes are generally capped.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gaetano Castrovilli - Comes off bench versus Cagliari Castrovilli (abdomen) had nine passes and drew one foul in 22 minutes in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Cagliari.

Impact Castrovilli managed to return on the pitch after a month on the mend due to an unspecified chest/abdomen injury. It remains to be seen how long it will take him to be ready for full minutes, as he had to rest completely for a good chunk of his recent absence. Alfred Duncan and Youssef Maleh will continue to see consistent minutes until he is ready to reclaim his starting job. Fiorentina will face Lazio away Wednesday.

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Aleksandr Kokorin - Scratched for Cagliari match Kokorin (thigh) was unavailable for Sunday's game against Calgiari.

Impact Kokorin made the initial squad list, but he ended up on the stands as originally announced by the coach in the pre-game presser. He will try to recover from the ailment for Wednesday's away tilt with Lazio.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Riccardo Sottil - Available against Cagliari Sottil will be an option for Wednesday's home game versus Cagliari after missing one game due to a suspension.

Impact Sottil picked up two yellow card in his last appearance, forcing him to miss a game. He will challenge Jose Callejon and Riccardo Saponara for one spot on the wings. He has scored once and added six shots, three chances created and four crosses in six matches (three starts).

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Aleksandr Kokorin - Surprisingly called up against Cagliari Kokorin (thigh) has been named in Fiorentina's squad list to face Cagliari Sunday.

Impact Kokorin made the cut a few hours after the coach had announced his absence. He was dealing with a minor issue, so it is possible that he looked better than anticipated in practice. However, the gaffer has at times called up players that eventually ended up on the stands. In any case, Kokorin has had a limited role so far.

OCTOBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gaetano Castrovilli - Will return against Cagliari Castrovilli (abdomen) has had no hiccups in practice and will be available for Sunday's game against Cagliari, coach Vincenzo Italiano announced.

Impact Castrovilli will resume being an option after a month on the shelf due to an abdomen injury caused by a violent collision with the post. He will likely be eased into action, therefore either Alfred Duncan or Youssef Maleh will probably get the nod in the midfield Sunday. Castrovilli has posted one assist, one chance created, two crosses and three interceptions in four appearances.

OCTOBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Aleksandr Kokorin - Will miss Cagliari match Kokorin (thigh) is not fit and will remain unavailable for Sunday's game versus Cagliari, coach Vincenzo Italiano announced.

Impact Kokorin will sit out the second game in a row because of a minor thigh problem, leaving Fiorentina rather thin up front behind Dusan Vlahovic.

OCTOBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Erick Pulgar - Suffers severe ankle injury Pulgar sustained a grade two right ankle sprain with ligament damage in practice, Fiorentina announced.

Impact Pulgar is headed for an extended absence considering the severity of the injury. He will be out for at least six weeks, if not longer. He has started in half the games so far. Lucas Torreira and Sofyan Amrabet will alternate as the anchor of the midfield while he recovers.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Giacomo Bonaventura - Fires three shots in Venezia game Bonaventura took three shots (one on target), drew one foul,c created one scoring chance and won two duels in Monday's 0-1 loss to Venezia.

Impact Bonaventura had an okay performance even though he was not as lively as in other matches. He has notched one goal, two assists, 12 chances created and nine crosses in eight appearances. Fiorentina will host Cagliari Sunday.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dusan Vlahovic - Misfires versus Venezia Vlahovic took three shots (zero on target), sent in four crosses (one accurate), drew three fouls and had four successful take-ons in Monday's 0-1 loss to Venezia.

Impact Vlahnovic could not hit the target in his attempts, just barely missing it on a curled shot in the second half, but he still contributed in a few areas and paced his team in shots. He has scored four goals, provided one assist, taken 20 shots and created seven chances in eight games. Fiorentina will host Cagliari Sunday.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolas Gonzalez - Used as sub versus Venezia Gonzalez took one shot on target, drew two fouls, won four duels and had one clearance in 34 minutes in Monday's 0-1 loss to Venezia.

Impact Gonzalez was initially spared following international duties and did not make a big impact upon subbing in. He has posted one goal, one assist, ten shots and 13 crosses in seven appearances (five starts). Fiorentina will host Cagliari Sunday.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cristiano Biraghi - Produces against Venezia Biraghi sent in nine crosses (three accurate), created two scoring chances, drew two fouls and won three duels in Monday's 0-1 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Biraghi maintained his usual level of production, also thanks to a few corner kicks, even though Fiorentina struggled to generate much offense in this one. He has notched six shots, ten chances created and 42 crosses in eight games. Fiorentina will host Cagliari Sunday.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Riccardo Saponara - Unused against Venezia Saponara (knee) did not feature in Monday's 0-1 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Saponara was available after missing time with a knee issue, but the coach made different choices. He projects to remain in a backup role. He has tallied one goal, one assist, three shots and two crosses in six games (one start). Fiorentina will host Cagliari Sunday.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Milenkovic - Wins host of duels against Venezia Milenkovic won two of four tackles and 12 duels, had one clearance and drew one foul in Monday's 0-1 loss to Venezia.

Impact Milenkovic retained his starting job despite dealing with an ailment throughout the break and had a decent performance, but Fiorentina gave up one goal in this one. He has notched one goal, six shots, 15 tackles and 20 clearances in seven games, with just one clean sheet. Fiorentina will host Cagliari Sunday.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pietro Terracciano - Beaten once by Venezia Terracciano had one save, one clearance and one accurate keeper-sweeper and gave up one goal in Monday's 0-1 loss to Venezia.

Impact Terracciano was not called into action much and could not do more on Mattia Aramu's goal coming on a quick two-man action. He is poised to start for a few games in a row since Bartlomiej Dragowski is out with an injury. Fiorentina will host Cagliari Sunday.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Promoted Venezia beats Fiorentina 1-0 for first home win

Promoted Venezia has earned its first Serie A home win in nearly two decades after beating Fiorentina 1-0

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • Associated Press

Riccardo Sottil - Sent off against Venezia Sottil was sent off in the 77th minute of Monday's defeat against Venezia, following a foul on David Okereke for his second booking of the match. He created a chance before going o...

Impact Sottil will be suspended for next weekend's clash against Cagliari. Nicolas Gonzalez will likely return to the XI on the wing in his place.

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Riccardo Saponara - Named to match-day squad Saponara (knee) will be available off the bench against Venezia on Monday, per SkySports.

Impact Saponara returns to action following just one match on the sidelines due to his knee problem. The forward has made just one appearance in the starting XI this season and figures to continue serving primarily as a frequent substitute this year, limiting him to low-end fantasy value.

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 17, 2021 • Associated Press

Aleksandr Kokorin - Ruled out for Venezia game Kokorin will miss Monday's game versus Venezia due to muscle fatigue, La Nazione reports.

Impact Kokorin usually serves as Dusan Vlahovic's backup and Fiorentina will have to look at alternative options in case something happens to their starting striker.

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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