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Scores first season goal Akpa Akpro scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Napoli. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 47th minute.

Impact Akpa Akpro marked his first start since returning from a long term ankle injury with the equalizer, scoring his first goal of the season from one of his two shots on the night. Before picking up the injury, the midfielder had started six games, contributing modestly in attack with just one shot and four chances created, but proving his worth defensively with an impressive 18 tackles, 12 interceptions and eight clearances across those appearances.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Serves disqualification Akpa Akpro completed a one-game ban in Friday's 3-0 defeat against Sassuolo.

Impact Akpa Akpro will be available against Napoli next Saturday and will have good chances of starting since Al-Musrati will be suspended and Antoine Bernede (ankle), Sandi Lovric (undisclosed) and Roberto Gagliardini (ribs) are all banged up, while Suat Serdar (knee) is out for the season. Akpa Akpro has registered five chances created, 19 tackles (14 won) and eight interceptions in his last five appearances (four starts), missing a lot of time due to an ankle problem midway through the season.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Sassuolo match Akpa Akpro won five of five tackles, had two interceptions and three clearances and was booked for the fifth time in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Parma.

Impact Akpa Akpro subbed in early after Rafik Belghali (ankle) got hurt, returning to action after a few months and had a hard-working display, matching his season highs in tackles and clearances. However, he won't be an option for the next game versus Sassuolo on Friday due to yellow-card accumulation. Verona will turn to Suat Serdar and Abdou Harroui if Sandi Lovric (undisclosed) and Antoine Bernede (ankle) remain unavailable in the midfield.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Unused substitute in draw Akpa Akpro (ankle) was an unused substitute in Friday's 0-0 draw with Pisa

Impact Akpa Akpro stayed on the bench despite being fully recovered from his injury, failing to be included in the rotation with Sandi Lovric, Al-Musrati and Suat Serdar. The former Lazio midfielder will aim to improve on his averages of 3.0 balls recovered, 2.1 tackles and 1.3 interceptions per game as soon as he returns to the field.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Will return versus Pisa Akpa Akpro (ankle) "has recovered from his injury," coach Paolo Sammarco announced.

Impact Akpa Akpro will be part of the squad Friday after being sidelined for 11 matches because of an ankle microfracture. He'll help replace Roberto Gagliardini (ribs), competing with newcomer Sandi Lovric, Suat Serdar and Cheikh Niasse. He has registered 19 tackles (12 won), 12 interceptions and four chances created in nine appearances (six starts).

FEBRUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Recovering from significant injury Akpa Akpro has been nursing a tibial microfracture and will miss at least another month, TeleNuovo reported.

Impact Akpa Akpro has been absent since late November and will need more time to shake off a serious physical problem. He was a rotational piece in the midfield before getting hurt. Suat Serdar and Cheikh Niasse have absorbed his minutes for the most part.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined for Milan game Akpa Akpro (ankle) was omitted from Verona's squad list for Sunday's match versus Milan.

Impact Akpa Akpro will stay on the mend even though he had two weeks to recover and will sit out the fourth contest in a row. Verona are in better shape in the midfield relative to when he got consistent minutes, as Suat Serdar and Roberto Gagliardini have returned from injury and Cheikh Niasse and Al-Musrati have filled in nicely.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Missing against versus Atalanta Akpa Akpro (ankle) hasn't been called up for Saturday's clash with Atalanta.

Impact Akpa Akpro will skip the second game in a row due to a bruised ankle. Since Suat Serdar (knee) and Roberto Gagliardini (suspension) are unavailable as well, backups Al-Musrati, Cheikh Niasse and Yellu Santiago play more than usual Saturday.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Genoa tilt Akpa Akpro (ankle) was omitted from Verona's squad list to face Genoa on Saturday.

Impact Akpa Akpro has been diagnosed with an ankle contusion after leaving early last week, but needs more time to overcome it. With Suat Serdar (knee) and Grigoris Kastanos (lower leg) on the shelf as well, Al-Musrati, Cheick Niasse and Yellu Santiago will enjoy an uptick in minutes in the midfield.

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off against Parma Akpa Akpro subbed out in the 46th minute of Sunday' game versus Parma after registering one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created, Gianluca Di Marzi...

Impact Akpa Akpro was labouring following a tackle and gutted it out for a few minutes before leaving in the interval, although it wasn't clear where he was hurting. He's set for tests. Al-Musrati replaced him off the bench and could start against Genoa on Saturday if Akpa Akpro was unavailable.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Works hard in Inter fixture Akpa Akpro (knee) recorded four tackles (one won), two clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Inter Milan.

Impact Akpa Akpro rarely attacked but filled the stat sheet on the other end, putting up numbers in all the key defensive categories. Suat Serdar (knee) could be sidelined for a while longer, so he could get further chances from the start. He has notched three or more tackles in three straight displays, amassing 12 (seven won) and logging two key passes, four interceptions and five clearances over that stretch.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting on Sunday Akpa Akpro (knee) is in the XI to face Inter on Sunday.

Impact Akpo Akpro has recovered from a knee knock and is filling in for Suat Serdar in the midfield, as he has been picked over Cheikh Niasse and other potential options.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Inter meeting Akpa Akpro (knee) "will be available Sunday," coach Paolo Zanetti informed.

Impact Akpa Akpro was pulled for the starting lineup midweek because of a large wound on his patella, but he has avoided ulterior consequences and has good chances of starting since Suat Serdar (knee) is unavailable. He has posted three shots (one on target), 10 tackles, six interceptions and seven clearances in his seasonal appearances.

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for Como game Akpa Akpro was removed from the XI due to a knee injury while warming up, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Akpa Akpro was slated to relieve Suat Serdar, but he got hurt right before the start of the game and won't be available. He'll be examined ahead of Sunday's home game versus Milan. Abdou Harroui and Cheikh Niasse will be the top backups sans him.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Latches onto Verona Akpa Akpro has signed a one-year contract with Verona.

Impact Akpa Akpro found a new home late in the summer after the end of his deal with Lazio, although he spent the last few seasons on loan at Empoli and Monza. He registered six crosses (one accurate), 30 tackles, 13 interceptions and 14 clearances in 14 matches in 2024/2025. He'll be a defensive-minded option in the Verona midfield behind Suat Serdar, Abdou Harroui, Antoine Bernede, Cheikh Niasse, Yellu Santiago and Al-Musrati.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Maintains solid effort Akpa Akpro registered one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 loss to AC Milan.

Impact Akpa Akpro kept up his involvement on both ends of the pitch, registering his fourth shot and fourth interception in four outings. This was also the first time in five games that he did not earn a tackle won. Considering he had five fewer appearances than last season, Akpa Akpro did an impressive job to finished with more tackles won, interceptions and blocks this year.

MAY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Gritty in Udinese game Akpa Akpro drew five fouls and registered four tackles (three won), two blocks and two clearances in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Udinese.

Impact Akpa Akpro played a big role in containing the adversaries and racked up defensive stats in the process. He has notched 11 tackles (seven won), six clerances, two blocks and two crosses (zero accurate) in the last five games. He failed to record an interception after doing so in the previous seven consecutive matches, totaling nine.

MAY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles versus Atalanta Akpa Akpro generated two shots (one on goal), five tackles (two won), two interceptions and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 4-0 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Akpa Akpro had a gritty display in the midfield, but it didn't suffice to stop the opponents from piling on goals. He has started in six consecutive fixtures, recording two shots (one on target), four crosses (zero accurate), 15 tackles and six clearances. He has always notched at least one interception during such a run, totaling nine.

MAY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Comes in late versus Parma Akpa Akpro (undisclosed) had one tackle (zero one) and one clearance and committed three fouls in 18 minutes in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Parma.

Impact Akpa Akpro returned from a six-week absence and brought the hustle in the midfield. He'll compete for minutes with Alessandro Bianco, Roberto Gagliardini and Kevin Zeroli going forward.

MARCH 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Parma Akpa Akpro (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Parma.

Impact Akpa Akpro will not make the call despite being deemed as fit enough for a bench spot, as the midfielder was left on the sidelines again. This extends his absence to seven games, as he will hope to see the playing field again next contest after his close call.

MARCH 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Parma tilt Akpa Akpro (undisclosed) "will be on the bench Saturday," coach Alessandro Nesta stated.

Impact Akpa Akpro is fit enough to be called up after sitting out six matches due to an unspecified muscular injury. He'll provide depth behind Gaetano Castrovilli, Alessandro Bianco, Kevin Zeroli and Kacper Urbanski. He has played four times since joining in January, registering two key passes, two crosses (one accurate), six tackles (three won) and two interceptions.

MARCH 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Absent for Lazio game Akpa Akpro (undisclosed) won't return Sunday versus Lazio, Monza announced.

Impact Akpa Akpro will skip the second contest in a row due to a lingering muscular problem. Two among Kacper Urbanski, Alessandro Bianco, Stefano Sensi and Gaetano Castrovilli will start in the midfield.

FEBRUARY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will skip Verona game Akpa Akpro won't be an option against Verona on Saturday, coach Salvatore Bocchetti stated.

Impact Akpa Akpro will be sidelined for at least one contest because of a muscular injury. Monza are down to Kacper Urbanski and Stefano Sensi in the midfield as Warren Bondo (thigh), Matteo Pessina (thigh) and Roberto Gagliardini (thigh) are missing too.

JANUARY 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves Genoa game in first half Akpa Akpro had one interception in 43 minutes in Monday's match versus Monza before exiting due to injury, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Akpa Akpro filled in for Warren Bondo (thigh) in the midfield but didn't pick up many stats and subbed off before the interval after getting dinged up while committing a foul. It wasn't clear whether the problem was muscular or traumatic. He'll be evaluated ahead of Saturday's home game against Verona. Alessandro Bianco came off the bench to replace him. Stefano Sensi is the only other healthy midfielder.

JANUARY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Monza Akpa Akpro has moved back to Monza on a season-long loan from Lazio, the team announced.

Impact Akpa Akpro hasn't played so far since he wasn't inserted in the seasonal list by Lazio. He posted seven shots (three on target), 20 tackles, 12 interceptions and 14 clearances in 19 matches (eight starts) last year and should have a similar role. He could see some action right away while Matteo Pessina and Roberto Gagliardini are dealing with thigh problems, leaving Monza very thin in the midfield.

JANUARY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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