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Converts penalty in win Jorginho scored a goal with his lone shot while creating two chances and making three interceptions during Tuesday's 2-0 win over AC Milan.

Impact Jorginho converted a penalty in the 21st minute to open the scoring in the match. The goal was the first in four Champions Leauge appearances, two starts, as he also has 13 tackles and six interceptions in the competition.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available midweek Jorginho (abdominal) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against AC Milan.

Impact Jorginho had some abdominal pain over the weekend, but fortunately it looks to be a minor issue and he's available off the bench Wednesday. He could be an option off the bench and then return to his starting role for Saturday's game against Wolves. In his place, Ruben Loftus-Cheek is back in what looks to be a central midfield role.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with abdominal pain Jorginho departed from Saturday's win over Crystal Palace due to abdominal pain and will have a decision made Tuesday as to his status for Wednesday's match against AC Milan, accor...

Impact Jorginho has started in all but two games this season and this injury might knock him out of the lineup for a third occasion even if he's cleared to play. Ruben Loftus-Cheek or Conor Gallagher could fill in for Jorginho for as long as it takes him to return.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with apparent injury Jorginho was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match with Crystal Palace due to an injury.

Impact Jorginho was forced off after 56 minutes, leaving what appeared to either be a hip or a rip injury. More information about the extent of injury should be available following the match.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Chelsea in tackles Jorginho created two chances, made two interceptions and four tackles (winning one) during Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Salzburg.

Impact Jorginho was held off the scoresheet as Chelsea settled for a draw on Wednesday. The midfielder finished with the second highest amount of interceptions and tackles on the team while tying for the team-high with two chances created in the draw.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Benzema, Courtois, De Bruyne on shortlist for UEFA award

Two Real Madrid teammates made the three-man shortlist for the UEFA player of the year award for last season, while no Liverpool player was included

AUGUST 12, 2022 • Associated Press

Scores pen in win Jorginho scored one penalty goal during Saturday's 1-0 win over Everton.

Impact Jorginho is often known for his efficiency from the spot and it resulted in his side's lone goal of the opening contest. While he plays a bigger role in possession and less in the attack, Jorginho may not have great value outside of his reliability to start each regularly and stay fit.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jorginho gives Chelsea 1-0 opening win over Everton in EPL

Jorginho’s late first-half penalty was enough to give Chelsea a 1-0 victory over Everton in the English Premier League for the London club’s first win at Goodison Park in five visi...

AUGUST 6, 2022 • Associated Press

On bench in season finale Jorginho was an unused substitute in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Watford.

Impact Jorginho was once again the number one choice at the base of Chelsea's midfield this season with a combined eight goals -- most of them from the penalty spot, of course -- and four assists across 37 appearances (33 starts) in the Premier League and the Champions League, even if the campaign was a bit disappointing for the team as a whole.

MAY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances Jorginho created four chances, made two interceptions and three tackles (winning two) during Thursday's 1-1 draw with Leicester City.

Impact Jorginho was held off the scoresheet but contributed on both sides of the ball Thursday. The midfielder finished with the second highest amount of interceptions on the team while leading Chelsea in both chances created and tackles in the draw.

MAY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in tackles, clearances Jorginho crossed once inaccurately, created two chances, made four tackles (winning two) and two clearances during Wednesday's 3-0 win over Leeds.

Impact Jorginho was held off the scoresheet, contributing on both sides of the ball on Wednesday. The midfielder finished with the second highest amount of chances created on the team while leading Chelsea in tackles and clearances in the win.

MAY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Leeds Jorginho (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Leeds United.

Impact Jorginho gets the call Wednesday despite being a doubt to feature and it's a wonder if he'll be ready for a full 90. He made it 45 minutes 10 days ago and may be on penalty kicks over Romelu Lukaku, though that's a question after he missed his last one.

MAY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt Wednesday Jorginho (undisclosed) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup with Leeds United after manager Thomas Tuchel told reporters, "We are fighting for Jorgi and we're fighting for N'Gol...

Impact Jorginho has started three straight matches before picking up his undisclosed injury in which he recorded two shots (one on target), one cross (inaccurate) and eight tackles (five won). Considering the midfielder has started 24 of his 27 domestic appearances this year, he should be in the mix for the starting XI if given the all-clear.

MAY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pictured in training Jorginho (undisclosed) was pictured in training Monday ahead of Wednesday's trip to Leeds.

Impact Jorginho picked up an issue in the May 1 contest against Everton, but it was minor and he's already training again. On a short week, he'll have a chance to start Wednesday with Mateo Kovacic and Ruben Loftus-Cheek both options to be replaced in Chelsea's midfield.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Jorginho will miss Saturday's match against Wolverhampton with an undisclosed injury, according to manager Thomas Tuchel.

Impact Jorginho was forced off at the break last weekend and unfortunately what the issue, he didn't get in any training sessions this week. With N'Golo Kante also out, Chelsea will likely turn to a starting midfield of Mateo Kovacic and Ruben Loftus-Cheek on Saturday against Wolves.

MAY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Four interceptions vs. Irons Jorginho logged four interceptions during a 1-0 win Sunday versus West Ham.

Impact Jorginho logged the Chelsea team's best interception tally Sunday. He is averaging 3.3 interceptions across three Premier League starts at Stamford Bridge this year. Though team manager Thomas Tuchel prefers to rest starters whenever possible, Jorginho has proven he remains an elite midfielder in spite of his occasional playing time.

APRIL 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in loss Jorginho provided one assist from three chances created during Wednesday's 3-1 loss to Real Madrid.

Impact Jorginho has provided assists in three straight appearances across all competitions. This is a useful run to keep track of, as some defensive fragility was exposed as well during Wednesday's loss. He'll now travel to Southampton before facing Real Madrid in the second leg next week.

APRIL 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Balotelli left off Italy's squad for World Cup playoffs

Mario Balotelli has been left off Italy’s squad for the World Cup playoffs

MARCH 18, 2022 • Associated Press

Assists in UCL victory Jorginho tallied one assist, two fouls drawn and four tackles (one won) in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Lille.

Impact Jorginho has been on fire of late with his second straight match with an assist as those have been his first major contributions in 2022. The midfielder has also provided four chances created, six tackles and five interceptions over his past four affairs and has been a bi contributor in many formats.

MARCH 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Jorginho provided an assist, created one chance, and made two tackles, one clearance and two interceptions during Sunday's 1-0 win over Newcastle.

Impact Jorginho wasn't having a noteworthy performance until the 89th minute, when he showed all his class with a picture-perfect long pass for an unmarked Kai Havertz to score the game-winning goal for Chelsea. With eight goals and two assists over 29 appearances in all competitions this season, the midfield maestro will try to keep it up during Wednesday's pivotal UCL visit to Lille.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances Jorginh took an off target shot and created two chances during Saturday's 4-0 win over Burnley.

Impact Jorginho was held off the scoresheet as Chelsea breezed past Burnley on Saturday. The midfielder took just one shot and didn't cross, while his two chances created tied for the second highest total on the team in the win.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy against Spurs Jorginho won all three of his tackles, made four interceptions and created a chance but was shown a yellow card in last Sunday's 2-0 win over Tottenham.

Impact Jorginho also drew three fouls, but one of the two times he was whistled drew his fourth caution of the campaign. The midfielder will now look forward to a matchup at Brighton when Chelsea play next.

JANUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 80 minutes Jorginho took an off-target shot, put in three tackles (one successful) and made two interceptions in Tuesday's 1-1 draw against Brighton.

Impact Jorginho returned to the starting lineup after featuring for just 20 minutes across Chelsea's prior two league matches, against Liverpool and Manchester City. However, the midfielder was taken off in the 80th minute Tuesday after not being particularly productive, so it'll be worthwhile to monitor whether he keeps his spot for Sunday's match versus Tottenham.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Converts two penalties Jorginho scored twice from two shots while creating a chance during Sunday's 3-1 win over Aston Villa.

Impact Jorginho found the back of the net in the 34th and 93rd minutes converting two penalties in Sunday's win. The goals upped the midfielder's season total to six on the year while his two shots were the second highest amount on the team.

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Glut of goals, postponements as Man City still controls EPL

Manchester City is six points in front at the top of the Premier League after beating Leicester 6-3

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • Associated Press

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