JOEL POHJANPALO NEWS

Fires four shots Pohjanpalo took four off target shots and created two chances during Monday's 1-0 loss to Lecce.

Impact Pohjanpalo was held off the scoresheet, but not from a lack of effort as he led Venezia with four shots. The attacker has no goal involvements in his last three matches, but has combined for 10 shots and three chances created over that stretch.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Brace lifts team to comeback win Pohjanpalo scored two second-half penalties in Venezia's 3-2 comeback win over Udinese Wednesday.

Impact The forward had no issues converting from the spot, with his second penalty ultimately being the difference as Venezia took down a 10-men Udinese side. Pohjanpalo could continue having success against Inter Milan Sunday, even though the side just shut out Empoli Wednesday. Inter Milan have surrendered 13 goals in 10 league games this season.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in defeat Pohjanpalo scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Roma.

Impact Pohjanpalo opened the scoring for Venezia Sunday, scoring a goal in his second consecutive match, as Venezia fell 2 - 1 to Roma. The forward also contributed defensively with one tackle (one won) and two clearances over his 85 minutes of play. Over his last two appearances (two starts), the Venezia captain has peppered the net with six shots (four on target). He has now started in four successive matches.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in victory Pohjanpalo scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 win over Genoa.

Impact Pohjanpalo buried his first goal in three appearances this season as he helped his side seal the deal with a shot from the center of the box, assisted by a cross from John Yeboah in the 85th minute of play. This also marked Pohjanpalo's first outing with a shot on target, and his first outing with at least 20 completed passes.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check by Torino Pohjanpalo (thigh) drew three fouls, had one interception and one off-target shot and created three scoring chances in Friday's 1-0 loss to Torino.

Impact Pohjanpalo served as the hub of the offense and teed up a few teammates but didn't have many opportunities to finish. He'll lead the line consistently if he avoids further injuries and will attempt to replicate last season's strong numbers scoring-wise.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Starting vs. Torino Pohjanpalo (thigh) is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against Torino.

Impact The striker was deemed available and good to go Thursday, and manager Eusebio Di Francesco decided to trust him enough to start him right away. He tallied 22 goals and four assists in Serie B in 2023/2024.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Torino game Pohjanpalo (thigh) "will be available Friday, and we'll see whether from the start or off the bench," coach Eusebio Di Francesco informed.

Impact Pohjanpalo has shaken off a thigh injury that kept him on the shelf for three weeks and might be eased into action at first, with Christian Gyktjaer or Antonio Raimondo getting the nod. He's set to see some action either way as he's by far the best offensive weapon in the squad. He tallied 22 goals and 4 assists in Serie B in 2023/2024.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Stays out for Fiorentina game Pohjanpalo (thigh) "won't be an option for Saturday but will most likely return next week," coach Eusebio Di Francesco relayed.

Impact Pohjanpalo will sit his second consecutive fixture due to a thigh issue but is almost out of the woods. Christian Gytkjaer is the favorite to lead the line again.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't recover for first match Pohjanpalo (thigh) hasn't been included in Venezia's squad list to face Lazio on Sunday.

Impact Pohjanpalo picked up a thigh strain at the beginning of August and needs more time to recuperate. He's iffy also for the next two games. Christian Gytkjaer and Antonio Raimondo are the next men up at the position.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with thigh issue Pohjanpalo suffered a minor thigh strain during a recent trip to the Netherlands, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Pohjanpalo picked up the problem about a week ago. It looked more worrisome at first, but the first test results were reassuring. He's more likely than not to miss the opener versus Lazio on August 18 but won't be sidelined long-term. Christian Gytkjaer is currently his deputy.

AUGUST 7 • ROTOWIRE

France held at Ukraine; Denmark stays perfect in qualifying

Reigning champion France missed the injured Kylian Mbappé in a 1-1 draw at Ukraine in World Cup qualifying but still stayed atop Europe Group D

SEPTEMBER 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Martial's goal not enough as France held 1-1 at Ukraine

Anthony Martial’s first goal in five years was not enough as France drew at Ukraine 1-1 in World Cup qualifying to remain winless in five games

SEPTEMBER 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Awoniyi scores Union's winner, Wolfsburg beats Leipzig

Striker Taiwo Awoniyi has scored a brilliant goal to help Union Berlin upset Borussia Mönchengladbach 2-1 for its first Bundesliga win of the season

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Left off injury report Pohjanpalo (COVID-19) was not included in the team's injury report ahead of Saturday's DFB-Pokal clash with Lokomotive Leipzig.

Impact Pohjanpalo had tested positive for COVID-19 during training camps but appears to now be ready to play. The forward should be a mainstay in the starting XI for Leverkusen this year and should be in form after scoring one goal on seven shots (one on target) in three games for Finland over the summer.

AUGUST 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tests positive for COVID-19 Pohjanpalo will miss the team's training camp after testing positive for COVID-19 on Thursday.

Impact Pohjanpalo will have roughly a month to get back to full fitness ahead of the season opener versus Union Berlin on Aug. 14. In 19 appearances while on loan with Union Berlin, the forward registered six goals on 31 shots (16 on target) and should be in the mix for regular starting minutes this season.

JULY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Finland 0-1 Russia Russia makes amends for its opening game loss vs. Belgium by beat Finland 1-0 at Krestovsky Stadium. Finland thought it had taken the lead t...

JUNE 17, 2021 • BUFFALONEWS.COM

Four shots in loss Pohjanpalo shot off target four times and created one chance during Wednesday's 1-0 defeat to Russia.

Impact Pohjanpalo failed to get on the scoresheet during a nail-biter Wednesday, though it wasn't for lack of trying. The forward was pressing the Russian defense non-stop, putting together an aggressive performance. Pohjanpalo will hope to bounce back Monday, against Belgium to close out the group.

JUNE 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in win Pohjanpalo scored once on one shot on goal during Saturday's 1-0 win over Denmark.

Impact Pohjanpalo scored the games only goal on Finland's only shot on target during Saturday's win, a huge win for the underdog Finn's. The striker had a massively quiet game, but his one contribution proved to be decisive. Next up is a Wednesday clash against Russia.

JUNE 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

The Latest: Belgium's Castagne to miss rest of Euro 2020

Belgium coach Roberto Martinez says wing back Timothy Castagne will miss the rest of the European Championship after sustaining a double fracture of his right eye socket during the...

JUNE 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ready for Euros Pohjanpalo (undisclosed) is training without worries ahead of the upcoming Euros, according to the national team.

Impact Pohjanpalo missed the league finale, but he took part in the prior three months for Union Berlin. More important is that he found some form late in the season, bagging a hat-trick in an April win against Werder Bremen. He's expected to play some kind of role for Finland in the Euros, especially with Teemu Pukki dealing with an injury himself.

JUNE 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

EURO 2020: Squads for the European Championship

Squads for the European Championship

JUNE 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out for season finale Pohjanpalo will miss Saturday's season finale against RB Leipzig, according to manager Urs Fischer.

Impact Pohjanpalo scored his sixth goal of the season in Saturday's draw with Bayer Leverkusen but also picked up an injury. Given his solid season with only 19 games played, he could be one to watch with a regular role for any club next season.

MAY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE