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Dishes out helper against Udinese Esposito assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and three chances created and drew three fouls in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Udinese.

Impact Esposito got the call over Marcus Thuram and Ange-Yoan Bonny and flicked the ball toward Lautaro Martinez in the box on an early game-winning goal, making the stat sheet for the second match in a row since he had scored midweek. He has assisted twice and posted 13 shots (three on target), six chances created and one cross (zero accurate) in the last six fixtures (two starts). He's up to five helpers in the season.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Scores decisive goal off the bench Esposito scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 win against Lecce.

Impact Esposito came off the bench in the 56th minute to secure the win for his side with a shot down the middle of the goal on Wednesday and could have added to the scoreline, finishing with five shots and one key pass. The forward has primarily operated as a substitute, making four starts in 18 Serie A appearances this season while scoring two goals and providing two assists.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off bench in win Esposito assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Atalanta.

Impact Esposito stole the ball following an opposing defender's weak pass and set up Lautaro Martinez in the 65th minute of the weekend's contest. The backup forward raised his season tally to four assists across all competitions, though the last time he scored was in a Coppa Italia match during early December. The assist may help him push for more playing time, which he's most likely to get as Marcus Thuram's substitute, perhaps earning some starts when there's rotation in busy periods.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off bench Esposito assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 win versus Pisa.

Impact Esposito was able to tally a late assist to give Inter an insurance goal on Sunday. The forward could be called on to provide a spark again Saturday if Inter struggle against a stiff Como defense which has only conceded seven times so far this season.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist versus Kairat Esposito drew four fouls and assisted once to go with six shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Kairat.

Impact Esposito set up Carlos Augusto with a routine pass ahead of a successful finish from outside the box, but he could have had a bigger day, as he had a few good chances from excellent positions but couldn't put one in the net, partially because of Temirlan Anarbekov's heroics. He set a new season high in shots, but his minutes are bound to dip because of the return of Marcus Thuram. He has had at least one attempt in five consecutive tilts, accumulating 16 (four on target) and tallying one goal, two assists and five chances created.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Two goal contributions Esposito scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and three chances created in Tuesday's 4-0 victory over Union SG.

Impact Esposito's clinical passing setup Inter Milan's second goal before he scored their fourth goal from the center of the box in Inter's 4-0 drubbing of Union SG. The forward's four shot attempts (one on goal) and three chances created each matched a season-high. The appearance marked the lone start across Esposito's last five appearances as the promising young talent has largely assumed the role of super-substitute to begin the season.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cambiaghi and Nicolussi Caviglia given 1st call-ups for under-pressure Italy in World Cup qualifying

Bologna left winger Nicolò Cambiaghi and Fiorentina midfielder Hans Nicolussi Caviglia have been called up by Italy for the first time as the under-pressure Azzurri prepare to face...

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

'He is surprising me' – Chivu impressed with Esposito development Francesco Pio Esposito scored his first Serie A goal for Inter in their 2-0 win against Cagliari, much to the delight of Cristian Chivu.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • BEINSPORTS.COM

CAGLIARI-INTER 0-2 | HIGHLIGHTS | Esposito's debut goal makes it two | SERIE A ENILIVE 2025/26

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Scores off bench Esposito scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 win against Cagliari.

Impact The striker added a late insurance goal for Inter and could be utilized again off the bench Tuesday in UCL play if things get out of hand against Slavia Prague. The Czech side has allowed just seven goals in 10 matches, though the level of competition is not the highest.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in win Esposito recorded four shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 win against Sassuolo.

Impact The forward didn't score but put plenty of pressure on Sassuolo's defense with four shots. Esposito has a tough matchup coming up against Cagliari on Saturday, as the side has only conceded three times in four matches.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dusan Vlahovic sweeps aside transfer speculation with another goal for Juventus

Dusan Vlahovic scored for the second consecutive game and Juventus won 1-0 at Genoa in Serie A

AUGUST 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Liverpool 18-year-old Leoni called up by Italy for World Cup qualifiers

The 18-year-old Liverpool center back Giovanni Leoni is one of three players given their first national team call-up by new Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso

AUGUST 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Returns from injury Esposito played in Sunday's game versus Inter U-23.

Impact Esposito picked up a mild muscular injury during the FIFA Club World Cup, but it wasn't too severe. He's currently slated to serve as the fourth or fifth striker behind Lautaro Martinez, Marcus Thuram and Ange-Yoan Bonny after a breakout season at Spezia.

AUGUST 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will skip Fluminense clash Esposito "won't be available against Fluminense on Monday due to a flexor problem," coach Christian Chivu relayed.

Impact Esposito suffered a different muscular injury shortly after returning from a calf strain and will eventually be evaluated if Inter get past their opponents in the Round of 16. Marcus Thuram (thigh) is coming back, joining Lautaro Martinez and Sebastiano Esposito up front.

JUNE 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Milan blanks River Plate to advance in FIFA Club World Cup Francesco Pio Esposito scored in the 72nd minute to lead Inter Milan to a 2-0 win over River Plate and into the second round of the Club Wor...

JUNE 26, 2025 • NYPOST.COM

Inter Milan advances at Club World Cup with 2-0 win over River Plate

Inter Milan secured a 2-0 victory over River Plate to advance to the Club World Cup's second round

JUNE 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Assists in CWC game Esposito (calf) came off the bench and set up Valentin Carboni in Saturday's 2-1 win over the Urawa Red Diamonds.

Impact Esposito entered the match at halftime, relieving his brother Sebastiano, and had a nice display, capping it off with a little feed for Valentin Carboni in the box. He had a very strong campaign at Spezia, and Inter will have to decide whether to lean on him for backup duties after letting go of Marko Arnautovic and Joaquin Correa or send him to another team so he can play consistently.

JUNE 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Shakes off physical problem Esposito (calf) joined the rest of the group in training on the eve of Saturday's clash with Urawa Reds, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Esposito has recovered from a calf injury he picked up late in the season and will be one of the top offensive deputies since Inter lost Marcus Thuram. Sebastiano Esposito and Valentin Carboni are the other options as Lautaro Martinez's partner. He tallied 19 goals and 3 assists in 40 matches with Spezia in Serie B in 2024/2025.

JUNE 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Currently injured Esposito will sit out at least the first two FIFA Club World Cup matches due to a calf problem, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Esposito was ruled out for the U-21 European Championship because he's currently unavailable, but Inter brought him to the United States with the expectation that he'll be ready to go later in the competition. Sebastiano Esposito is the only backup striker currently fully healthy.

JUNE 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Cambiaghi and Nicolussi Caviglia given 1st call-ups for under-pressure Italy in World Cup qualifying

Dusan Vlahovic sweeps aside transfer speculation with another goal for Juventus

Liverpool 18-year-old Leoni called up by Italy for World Cup qualifiers

Inter Milan advances at Club World Cup with 2-0 win over River Plate