FRANCESCO ACERBI NEWS

Picks up helper versus Torino Acerbi assisted once to go with one block, one interception, two crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-2 win over Torino.

Impact Acerbi was busier in the final third than in defense, even though his side gave up two goals, and collected a point with a great delivery from the left wing that found Marcus Thuram. He has registered 15 clearances, five blocks and six interceptions in the last five games, contributing to one clean sheet.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Tested by Udinese on Saturday Acerbi generated one tackle (one won), six clearances, two blocks and three interceptions in Saturday's 3-2 win versus Udinese.

Impact Acerbi thwarted several actions and had one of his busiest stat lines of the season, but it wasn't enough to prevent the opponents from hitting the net twice. He has registered six tackles, 10 interceptions and 26 clerances in six seasonal matches, with three clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Commanding in Atalanta game Acerbi generated one tackle (one won), two blocks, four clearances and two interceptions in Friday's 4-0 victory versus Atalanta.

Impact Acerbi put up numbers across the board in the back to help Inter shut down a quality frontline. He has notched five tackles, five interceptions and 13 clearances in three matches, with two clean sheets.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Makes summer debut in friendly Acerbi (groin) got the start in Friday's pre-season game versus Pisa.

Impact Acerbi was brought along slowly after undergoing sports hernia surgery, which cost him Euro 2024, but he has been ramping up in the last couple of weeks and was cleared to play two weeks before the opener and will be fully ready. He'll alternate with Stefan de Vrij in the middle of the defense like last season.

AUGUST 3 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Euro 2024 Acerbi has withdrawn from the Italy squad due to a lingering sports hernia, Ansa reported.

Impact Acerbi tried to shake off the injury late in the season by resting and rehabbing for about a month and featured in one of the final matches, but he's not completely healthy yet. He'll undergo surgery soon to make a full recovery ahead of the next season.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Passable in Lazio game Acerbi (groin) registered one cross (one accurate), one tackle (one won), one interception and one clearance in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Lazio.

Impact Acerbi got the start right away after dealing with an injury but didn't have a standout performance, even though he seemed in decent shape, and his team allowed one goal. He'll be fifty-fifty to start in the season finale. He has recorded 15 clearances, two tackles (one won) and three interceptions in his last five showings, contributing to one clean sheet and scoring once.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Lazio Acerbi (groin) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Lazio.

Impact Acerbi returns after missing Inter's last three matches through injury. The center back takes up a role in the Inter back three, replacing Stefan de Vrij.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Lazio tilt Acerbi (groin) has returned to full training ahead of Sunday's clash with Lazio, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Acerbi is feeling better after missing three matches due to a sports hernia and could get a tune-up ahead of the Euro in one of the final two games. His return will affect Stefan de Vrij the most. He has logged seven interceptions, 21 clearances and three blocks in his last five appearances, scoring once and contributing to two clean sheets.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Sassuolo Acerbi (groin) hasn't practiced this week and isn't a lock to be able to return in one of the four final games, SportMediaset informed.

Impact Acerbi continues to deal with sports hernia and can't play, but Inter have elected to bring injured players to the bench in recent fixtures after clinching the title. Stefan de Vrij will keep logging heavy minutes.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with injury Acerbi stated on Instagram that he had been playing through sports hernia and would take advantage of the fact that Inter sealed the title early to rehab.

Impact Acerbi will be shut down to get healthy ahead of the European Championship. It's unclear at this stage whether he'll be available for any of the remaining matches given the tricky nature of his injury. Stefan De Vrij will absorb most of his minutes.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Finds target in Milan clash Acerbi scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), six clerances and one block in Monday's 2-1 victory over AC Milan.

Impact Acerbi opened the scoring in the first half with a point-blank header on a corner kick. It's his third goal of the season. He has started over Stefan De Vrij in the last four matches, tallying 14 clearances, two blocks and two interceptions, with one clean sheet.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Juan Jesus says he is 'bitter' about Italian league not punishing Acerbi for alleged racial abuse

Napoli defender Juan Jesus says he has been left feeling “very bitter” and “crestfallen” by the Italian league’s decision not to punish Inter Milan player Francesco Acerbi for an a...

MARCH 27 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Acerbi won't be penalized for alleged racial abuse of Juan Jesus. Napoli calls ruling 'astonishing'

Inter Milan defender Francesco Acerbi will not face any sanctions for allegedly racially abusing Napoli's Juan Jesus in a Serie A match because there wasn’t enough proof

MARCH 26 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Inter's Acerbi facing investigation over alleged racist abuse of Napoli's Jesus Inter Milan defender Francesco Acerbi is facing an investigation over an alleged racist remark he made towards Napoli’s Juan Jesus during Su...

MARCH 19 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Inter defender Acerbi sent home from Italy camp. Denies racially abusing Napoli's Juan Jesus

Inter Milan defender Francesco Acerbi has been sent home from Italy’s training camp after an allegation he racially abused Napoli counterpart Juan Jesus in Sunday’s Serie A match

MARCH 18 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returns to form against Bologna Acerbi had one tackle (one won), four clearances, one block and four interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 win against Bologna.

Impact Acerbi filled it up in his second game back from injury and played a big role in shutting down a pretty good frontline. He has logged five interceptions, 14 clearances and two blocks in his last four appearances, with one goal and two clean sheets.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Posts three clearances against Genoa Acerbi had one inaccurate cross, three blocks and one block in 25 minutes in Monday's 2-1 win over Genoa.

Impact Acerbi returned after four matches on the shelf and shored up the defense down the stretch, contributing to protecting the lead. He'll rotate with Stefan de Vrij and Alessandro Bastoni in two defensive spots in the coming games. He has tallied 12 clearances, one tackle (one won) and one interceptions in his last five appearances, with one clean sheet and one goal.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

On bench to face Genoa Acerbi (calf) is on the bench for Monday's match against Genoa.

Impact Acerbi is making his return to the team sheet Monday, having earned a role on the bench following a four-match absence due to a calf issue. The defender will now look to get in the starting XI in the club's upcoming contests, as he has received the start in all but six of the matches he has been available for this campaign.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Genoa tilt Acerbi (calf) logged a pair of full training sessions in a row ahead of Monday's game versus Genoa, Sky Italy informed.

Impact Acerbi is expected to return to the game-day squad list after four games on the shelf but will likely not be rushed into the starting lineup to avoid risks, also because Stefan de Vrij has been solid. He has logged 10 clearances, two interceptions and one tackle (one won) in his last five showings, with one clean sheet.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Close to coming back Acerbi (calf) has undergone a check-up and will return against either Genoa or Bologna, Mediaset reported.

Impact Acerbi has sat out multiple matches due to the short turnaround but is within his expected timetable following a calf issue. Stefan de Vrij has logged full minutes while he was out, and they don't really have an alternative.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Atletico Madrid game Acerbi (calf) won't be available Tuesday versus Atletico Madrid, coach Simone Inzaghi informed.

Impact Acerbi will skip his second game in a row and is at risk also for the ensuing ones given the short turnarounds and because he has yet to resume training fully. Stefan de Vrij will keep anchoring the defense.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Escapes with small problem Acerbi is dealing with a mild right calf injury, Inter announced.

Impact Acerbi avoided a strain and has a chance to make it for the first match against Atletico Madrid next Tuesday. Stefan De Vrij is set to take his place Friday versus Salernitana. Yann Aurel Bisseck will be the top defensive deputy.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and subs off versus Roma Acebri had three clearances, scored one goal to go with one shot on target and bowed out at the 63rd minute in Saturday's 4-2 win over Roma due to an apparent calf problem, Gianluc...

Impact Acerbi opened the scoring with a high-arching header on a corner kick, recording his second goal of the season, but he was unable to finish the game due to a muscular problem. He's headed for some tests. Stefan De Vrij would take over the role if he were to miss time. Inter will have their next game against Salernitana on Friday.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Logs four clearances in Juventus game Acerbi had one interception, one off-target shot, one successful duel, and four clearances in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Juventus.

Impact Acerbi wasn't as busy as the other Inter defenders but still turned in a solid shift to help contain the opponents. He returned to the XI after beginning on the bench out of rotation in the past two tilts. He has logged three tackles (two won), four interceptions, and 13 clearances in the last five matches.

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Steady game at the back Acerbi assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-3 draw against Benfica.

Impact Acerbi swung in a pinpoint cross to assist Davide Frattesi's goal and earn him his third goal involvement of the season, surpassing his tally of two from last year. He figures to remain a staple of the Inter back line as long as Alessandro Bastoni and Benjamin Pavard are out and he will continue to have the occasional opportunity to venture forward and join the attack.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE