Giorgio Scalvini - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Posts eight clearances in Roma tilt Scalvini registered three tackles (two won), one block and eight clearances in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Roma.

Impact Scalvini was under intense pressure and responded well for the most part, tallying a new season high in clearances, but Atalanta didn't hold up for the whole game and gave up two late goals. He has notched at least one clearance in three straight outings, totaling 12 and adding five tackles (four won) and two blocks, with one clean sheet.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Strong defensively in clean sheet Scalvini recorded two tackles (two won), three clearances and one interception in Monday's 1-0 victory versus Bologna.

Impact Scalvini dealt well with sustained pressure as Atalanta kept a clean sheet despite Bologna controlling much of the game. The centre-back finished with three clearances, two tackles and one interception across the full 90 minutes. He has now started all four of Atalanta's competitive matches this season, including both legs of the Conference League playoff, with this marking his third clean sheet in those games.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Average outing in Sassuolo match Scalvini (ankle) had one off-target shot, one clearance and one block and committed one foul in Sunday's 2-1 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Scalvini saw a full complement of minutes despite dealing with an ankle problem, but he didn't put up a lot of stats, and Atalanta gave up one goal. He's set for a consistent role, as long as he stays healthy, especially since Isak Hien (thigh) will miss a few months.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Scalvini (ankle) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Sassuolo.

Impact Scalvivi has returned for the season opener and is not wasting time getting on the field, as the defender is in the starting XI immediately. This comes after he started in 23 of his 24 appearances last season, looking to be a regular starter again as he makes the starting XI on opening day.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Manages to speed up recovery Scalvini (ankle) trained fully on game day and has been selected for Sunday's clash with Sassuolo.

Impact Scalvini was initially expected to miss this one, but he looked better than anticipated in training and will be an option after all. He could get the nod if he feels well enough; otherwise, Odilon Kossounou and Sead Kolasinac will be in the XI, while Thomas Kristensen (ankle) is on the shelf.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Will skip Sassuolo contest Scalvini has been diagnosed with a minor sprain, will miss Sunday's match and will try to recover for the second leg of the UEFA Conference League playoff, L'Eco di Bergamo reporte...

Impact Scalvini avoided serious injury but will need about a week to recover and will therefore be forced to miss the opener against Sassuolo on Sunday. Among Odilon Kossounou, Thomas Kristensen and Sead Kolasinac, two will form the center-back duo.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Rolls ankle in Conference League game Scalvini exited Thursday's clash against Hapoel Tel Aviv at the 26th minute due to a left ankle sprain, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Scalvini initially tried to play through the problem but was visibly hobbled. He only has a couple of days to recover ahead of Sunday's clash with Sassuolo. He was replaced by newcomer Thomas Kristensen, who joined Odilon Kossounou in the middle of the defense. Sead Kolasinac is also an option in the role.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Registers five tackles versus Bologna Scalvini (ankle) drew two fouls and had three clearances, one interception and five tackles (two won) in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Bologna.

Impact Scalvini recovered extremely quickly from an ankle sprain and played the whole game, turning in a solid shift and matching his season high in tackles, but his team conceded once. He has tallied at least one tackle in the last five tilts, amassing 17. Additionally, this marked his fourth straight game with one or more interceptions, for a total of 11. Finally, he has logged one or more tackles in seven fixtures in a row, racking up 15 (six won), scoring and assisting once and helping secure two clean sheets during that stretch.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Finds starting role Scalvini (ankle) is in the starting XI for Sunday's clash against Bologna.

Impact Scalvini defied the initial belief that his season was over, passing the late fitness test that had been set to determine his availability after working on grass in recent days and recovering more quickly than expected. The defender has tallied at least one tackle in six straight outings, all starts, totaling 10 tackles, 14 interceptions and 17 clearances over that span while helping secure two clean sheets, scoring and assisting once, and his return is a timely boost for an Atalanta side already dealing with injury concerns surrounding Sead Kolasinac. His ability to earn a starting role after being initially ruled out for the season is a remarkable turnaround that gives the coaching staff a much-needed defensive option heading into the weekend.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Could make it for Bologna clash Scalvini (ankle) has recovered more quickly than expected and could be available versus Bologna on Sunday, L'Eco di Bergamo reported.

Impact Scalvini was initially believed to be done for the season, but he's been able to work on grass in recent days and could be an option if he passes a late fitness test. Sead Kolasinac (lower leg) and Berat Djimsiti (hamstring) are also banged up, so the lineup choices will likely come down to whoever is in better shape. Scalvini has tallied at least one tackle in six straight outings (all starts), totaling 10, helping secure two clean sheets, scoring and assisting once and adding 14 interceptions and 17 clearances over that span.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss the last two matches Scalvini has been diagnosed with a medium-grade right ankle sprain, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Scalvini will need up to a month to recover and therefore won't be an option for the last two rounds. He closes his campaign a little early with with three goals, one assist, 66 clearnaces and 44 tackles and having contributed to five clean sheets in 23 appearances, missing significant time earlier in the year. Atalanta will have a very makeshift line down the stretch, as Isak Hien is suspended and Berat Djimsiti (hamstring) and Odilon Kossounou (thigh) are iffy.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Exits early in Milan clash Scalvini recorded one tackle (zero won), one clearance and two interceptions before departing Sunday's win over Atalanta at the 48th minute because of an ankle sprain, La Gazzetta...

Impact Scalvini picked up a small amount of stats in the back before being forced off after twisting his ankle early in the second half. His replacement, Odilon Kossounou, quickly bowed out because of a muscular problem and was substituted by Honest Ahanor. Marten De Roon could also fill in defensively if needed against Bologna next week.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Turns in good shift versus Genoa Scalvini had four interceptions, four clearances and two shots (zero on target) and created one scoring chance in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Scalvini got the job done in both phases as usual and racked up stats in the back, helping Atalanta secure their first clean sheet in four matches. He has logged at least one tackle in the last five games, totaling nine (four won) and posting six chances created, six shots (one on target) and 12 interceptions over that span, with one goal and one assist. Additionally, this marked his third straight performance with four or more clearances (13 total).

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate against Cagliari Scalvini assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate), five clearances and four interceptions in Monday's 3-2 defeat to Cagliari.

Impact Scalvini had a strong performance in the back, even though his side allowed three goals, matching his season high in interceptions, and fed Gianluca Scamacca with a nice pass in the opposing box on the second goal. It's his first assist of the season. He has tallied two tackles in four games in a row, winning half of them, contributing to one clean sheet and adding eight interceptions, 12 clearances and five chances created over that span.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances in Juventus bout Scalvini generated three shots (zero on goal), one interception and four chances created and won one of two tackles in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Juventus.

Impact Scalvini was a lot more involved offensively than in the back, recording a new season high in key passes and matching the one in attempts, coming close to the target a couple of times. He has logged at least one interception in eight outings in a row, piling up 15 and adding 15 tackles (nine won) and nine chances created over that span. Furthermore, this marked his fourth straight tilt with one or more shots, for a total of seven (one on target). Instead, he halted a 12-match streak with at least one clearance.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener Scalvini scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Monday's 3-0 victory over Lecce.

Impact Scalvini opened the scoring in Monday's 3-0 win over Lecce, finishing confidently after a well-timed run into the box and a quick move to beat his defender on a pass from Charles De Ketelaere. The center-back once again showed his two-way impact, combining defensive solidity with two tackles and three interceptions while contributing offensively, stepping forward when needed and using his positioning and composure to control the back line. The defender has now scored three goals this season, remaining a consistent threat on set pieces.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Routine showing against Atalanta Scalvini had two shots (zero on goal), two interceptions and two clearances in Sunday's 1-0 win against Verona.

Impact Scalvini didn't fill the stat sheet, but his side managed to keep a rare clean sheet in an easy match-up. He has posted at least one interception in four displays in a row, totaling 10 and tallying two blocks over that span. This marked his 11th consecutive appearance with at least one clearance, for a total of 36. Instead, he didn't have a tackle for the first time in six outings.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

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Busy outing in Inter tilt Scalvini (knee) won one of two tackles and had two clearances, one block and three interceptions in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Inter Milan.

Impact Scalvini looked healthy after dealing with a bruise and was on point in the back, but Inter scored once. He has posted multiple tackles in his last four displays, totaling 10 (six won) and posting eight interceptions, two blocks, and four chances created over that span, with no clean sheets. Additionally, this marked his ninth consecutive appearance with at least one clearance, for a total of 28.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting XI Scalvini (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Inter Milan.

Impact Scalvini makes the starting XI for Saturday's match against Inter Milan after missing the midweek game due to a previous red card and sitting out one match with a knock. Atalanta had used a different scheme in his absence that did not work out, with Odilon Kossounou and Berat Djimsiti filling in within their usual setup. Scalvini has recorded at least one clearance in his last eight appearances, totaling 26, while contributing to two clean sheets and adding 16 tackles (nine won), 15 interceptions and seven blocks over that span.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Clears UCL suspension Scalvini (knee) completed his continental ban in Tuesday's 6-1 loss to Bayern Munich and is set to return from injury in Saturday's clash with Inter, coach Raffaele Palladino relay...

Impact Scalvini was ineligible to play midweek due to a previous red card and missed one game due to a knock, but the coach heavily implied he'll be good to go for the next game. Atalanta went with a different scheme in this one, which didn't work out, while Odilon Kossounou and Berat Djimsiti replaced him in their standard formation. He has tallied at least one clearance in his last eight showings, totaling 26, contributing to two clean sheets and posting 16 tackles (nine won), 15 interceptions and seven blocks over that span.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Scalvini (knee) hasn't been selected for Saturday's clash with Udinese.

Impact Scalvini hasn't passed a late fitness test and will have a week to recover for next Saturday's bout versus Inter since he's suspended for the first leg of the UEFA Champions League tie against Bayern Munich after getting expelled from the bench in the previous tilt. Odilon Kossounou and Berat Djimsiti will soak up his minutes.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Udinese contest Scalvini (knee) could be spared in Saturday's game versus Udinese, Sky Italy relayed.

Impact Scalvini isn't dealing with anything major, but isn't 100 percent either and might not play in this one. It remains to be determined whether he'll be part of the squad or if he will be excluded altogether. Odilon Kossounou and Berat Djimsiti are the next men up at the position.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off in cup game Scalvini left Wednesday's Coppa Italia match versus Lazio in the second half due to a left knee contusion, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Scalvini took a hit on the joint and tried to gut it out for a few minutes before exiting. He faces a short turnaround to be ready for Saturday's home game versus Udinese. Odilon Kossounou or Berat Djimsiti would replace him in the XI if needed.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Solid defensive performance Scalvini recorded two tackles (one won), nine clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Como.

Impact Scalvini turned in a strong defensive performance against Como on Sunday, helping his side keep a clean sheet while recording two tackles, two interceptions, two blocks and a season-high nine clearances. The defender has now started six straight Serie A matches and appears to have secured his place in defense, totaling 13 tackles, 10 interceptions and 27 clearances during that span.

FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

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