GIACOMO BONAVENTURA NEWS

Sarri's Lazio surging as Mourinho's Roma struggles again

José Mourinho and Maurizio Sarri are going in opposite directions in their second seasons in the Italian capital

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • Associated Press

Strikes early on Sunday Bonaventura scored a goal while taking three shots (two on goal) and crossing once accurately during Sunday's 2-0 win over Sampdoria.

Impact Bonaventura found the back of the net after just four minutes, opening the scoring in the match. The goal was a team-high second of the season for the midfielder, while his three shots upped his total to 24.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fires two shots Bonaventura took two off target shots, crossed twice inaccurately and created a chance during Monday's 1-1 draw with Lecce.

Impact Bonaventura was held off the scoresheet as Fiorentina found just one goal on Monday. The midfielder took two shots in the match, upping his total to the second most on the team, but his efficiency is lacking as he's scored just one goal in the league.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 72 minutes in defeat Bonaventura had two shots (zero on target), four crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Monday's 4-0 loss versus Lazio.

Impact Bonaventura was relieved during the 72nd by Youssef Maleh. Prior to coming off, he was second on the squad in accurate crosses and chances created. He's creating about a chance per game in the middle of the pitch for Fiorentina.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Empoli match Bonaventura (muscle fatigue) has been named in Fiorentina's squad list to face Empoli Sunday.

Impact Bonaventura missed a midweek bout due to an ailment but the coach sounded optimistic he would be able to start in this one. He bagged a goal in the opener, adding six shots (two on target), two accurate crosses and one chance. If he couldn't get the nod, Alfred Duncan or Rolando Mandragora would likely make the XI.

AUGUST 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sits out Twente game Bonaventura was a late scratch for Thursday's match versus Twente due to muscle fatigue, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Bonaventura will be further assessed before Sunday's away game versus Empoli, but it's possible he will spared, or see limited action, to avoid bigger issues. Youssef Maleh, Alfred Duncan and Sofyan Amrabat got the starter in the midfield midweek.

AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in win Bonaventura scored one goal from six shots, created one chance, sent in two accurate crosses and made one tackle (won) in Sunday's 3-2 win over Cremonese.

Impact Bonaventura scored the opener in the 16th minute, but they had a tough matchup even after Cremonese lost one man to a red card in the second half. The midfielder logged four goals and five assists in 31 appearances (28 starts) last season. He will now look to improve his numbers in 2022-23.

AUGUST 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Juventus Bonaventura took three shots (one on target), sent in three inaccurate crosses, created one scoring chance and picked up an assist in Saturday's 2-0 win over Juventus.

Impact Bonaventura set up Alfred Duncan with a sneaky touch while fighting for a loose ball in the box. He improved to five in the season, while he has scored four times, taken 46 shots (15 on target) and created 33 chances in 31 appearances (28 starts).

MAY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Roma Bonaventura took two shots (one on target), created one chance, won one tackle and scored one goal in Monday's 2-0 win over Roma.

Impact Bonaventura was given too much space on the edge of the box and fully exploited it, beating the goalie with a well-taken cross-shot. He had not scored since mid-January, also due to an injury, and he is now up to four goals in the season. He has added four assists, 42 shots (14 accurate) and 31 chances in 29 appearances. Fiorentina will face Sampdoria away Monday.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fiorentina revives chances for Europe with 2-0 win over Roma

Fiorentina beat Roma 2-0 in Serie A to revive its chances of qualifying for Europe following three straight losses

MAY 9, 2022 • Associated Press

Called up for cup game Bonaventura (knee) was an unused sub in Wednesday's 0-2 loss to Juventus in Coppa Italia.

Impact Bonaventura was part of the squad list for the first time in a month as he dealt with a knee bruise. He did not feature so, while healthier, he might not be ready to start in Sunday's away game versus Salernitana. Jonathan Ikone got the nod in the midfield to fill in for the injured Gaetano Castrovilli midweek. Bonaventura has tallied three goals, four assists, 40 shots (13 on target) and 30 chances in 27 appearances.

APRIL 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return against Empoli Bonaventura (knee) was not named in the squad list to face Empoli Sunday.

Impact Bonaventura has not been able to return to full training during the break and will miss the second game in a row due to a knee bruise, although the exams ruled out structural damage. Either Alfred Duncan or Youssef Maleh will replace him in the midfield.

APRIL 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Inter clash Bonaventura will be unavailable Saturday against Inter due to a knee contusion, coach Vincenzo Italiano informed.

Impact Bonaventura sustained the injury in the previous game and, while he did not suffer structural damage, he has not been able to practice fully this week and will be held out for this one. Either Alfred Duncan or Youssef Maleh will replace him in the midfield.

MARCH 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off against Bologna Bonaventura took four shots (zero on target), sent in one inaccurate crosses and left Sunday's 1-0 win over Bologna in the second half due to a small injury, coach Vincenzo Italian...

Impact Bonaventura got the nod after winning an appeal and took a bunch of shots, but he missed the target in all of them. He appeared to land awkwardly after a jump, but the coach suggested he picked up a muscular ailment, which did not look serious at first glance. He will be assessed throughout the week ahead of Saturday's away game versus Inter.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins appeal Bonaventura got his suspension shortened and will be eligible to play Sunday against Bologna, the League announced.

Impact Bonaventura had originally been handed a two-game ban for berating the referee, but the Court of Appeal was more clement. He has started in all but two matches when he was available, tallying three goals, four assists, 36 shots and 30 chances in 26 appearances. He will replace either Youssef Maleh or Gaetano Castrovilli compared to their most recent XI.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for two games Bonaventura has been handed a two-game ban for disrespecting the referee and insulting him repeatedly after the red card, the League informed.

Impact Bonaventura will miss the matches against Verona and Bologna barring a successful appeal. Gaetano Castrovilli, Alfred Duncan and Youssef Maleh will also see an uptick of playing time with Bonaventura unavailable, with the first one having the fantasy fantasy ceiling, even though he has been rather up-and-down.

MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Sassuolo Bonaventura took one off-target shot and was sent off in 17 minutes in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Bonaventura was deployed off the bench in this one and lost his cool after the referee booked him for a handball, earning a quick red card. He will have to sit out at least next Sunday's home game versus Verona, where two among Gaetano Castrovilli, Youssef Maleh and Alfred Duncan will get the nod in the midfield.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Vlahović scores 2 as injury-hit Juventus wins 3-2 at Empoli

Dušan Vlahović scored twice as injury-depleted Juventus won 3-2 at Empoli to move to within seven points of Serie A leader AC Milan

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • Associated Press

Eligible to face Atalanta Bonaventura served his one-game ban in Monday's 2-1 win over Spezia.

Impact Bonaventura had to sit out one match due to yellow-card accumulation. He will resume starting over either Gaetano Castrovilli or Alfred Duncan in Sunday's home game against Atalanta. He has logged one goal, one assist, 12 shots and six chances in the last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Receives yellow card in 3-0 loss Bonaventura took one shot (none on target), created two chances, intercepted twice and received one yellow card during the 3-0 loss to Lazio on Saturday.

Impact Bonaventura was anything but productive in the loss Saturday. The midfielder who can typically be relied on for production on both ends of the ball, did very little. He also did not help his lackluster performance by receiving his fifth yellow card of the season that will now see him suspended for one match. Jonathan Ikone will be a candidate to see an uptick in minutes during Bonaventura's absence.

FEBRUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Launches four crosses Bonaventura had three shots (one on goal), four crosses, one interception, two tackles, one foul, created two chances and was fouled once in the 1-1 draw against Cagliari on Sunday...

Impact After Cagliari scored the first goal at the start of the second half, there was a massive offensive push to equalize. Bonaventura had to work hard to stop Caliari from scoring again, but he also was a big part of the offensive push, surpassing his season average in crosses per match. While none of them connected, the midfielder played well on both sides of the ball.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in win Bonaventura scored a goal off three shots (two on target) and created two chances during Monday's 6-0 win over Genoa.

Impact Bonaventura was one of the best men on the pitch here, scoring his side's second goal, assisting Dusan Vlahovic for the fourth and being involved in several dangerous plays throughout the match. With three goals and four assists so far this season, the midfielder will try to keep up with the strong play during Sunday's visit to Cagliari.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Five key passes against Sassuolo Bonaventura provided five key passes in a 2-2 stalemate against Sassuolo on Sunday.

Impact Bonaventura had a decent day for the home side. The 32-year-old provided five key passes. Other than that, Bonaventura had three shots but none was on target.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE