Kristian Thorstvedt - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Scores opener in loss Thorstvedt scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Friday's 2-1 defeat versus Torino. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 86th minute.

Impact Thorstvedt fired Sassuolo in front in the 51st minute, cashing in from point-blank range inside the six-yard box after Luca Lipani whipped a cross in from the right byline following Nemanja Matic's blocked effort, marking his fourth Serie A goal of the season. He also dominated on the defensive end, finishing as Sassuolo's standout performer with two tackles, three clearances and one block. Thorstvedt has now been involved in eight goals this season with four goals and four assists, setting a new career-high in his three years with the club.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Torino beats Sassuolo and Frosinone grabs glory with promotion to Serie A

Two second half headers have given Torino a come-from-behind 2-1 victory at home against Sassuolo in Serie A

MAY 8 • Associated Press

Assists Sunday Thorstvedt assisted once to go with four shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-0 win over AC Milan.

Impact Thorstvedt provided a single assist during Sunday's win, as well as creating two chances. It was expected to be a tough match, but instead Thorstvedt was excellent throughout. He ended up as a major contributor in the match for the most part, creating havoc every time he got on the ball.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet outing Thorstvedt registered one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 loss versus Genoa.

Impact Thorstvedt didn't see his best match Sunday as his team failed to win, as the midfielder recorded one shot, but not much else. With that said, he still holds a regular starting role with 21 starts this season and is chasing down his 2023/24 goal contribution tally, one shy of that mark now.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to action Thorstvedt (illness) featured with Norway in a couple of friendlies during the break.

Impact Thorstvedt was absent in the last Serie A round due to a whooping cough epidemic, but he was cleared a few days later and didn't miss international duties. He'll likely be back in the XI over Darryl Bakola or Cristian Volpato versus Cagliari on Saturday. He has taken at least one shot in five games in a row, amassing 11 attempts (four on target), scoring and assisting once and creating five chances created over that span.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable versus Juventus Thorstvedt won't play against Juventus as he's been involved in a whooping cough epidemic, Tuttomercatoweb reported.

Impact Thorstvedt hasn't traveled with the team Saturday, although it's unclear whether he's been infected or if he's self-isolating after a few cases within the squad. Either way, he'll have two weeks to clear the protocol ahead of April 4's clash against Cagliari. Edoardo Iannoni, Aster Vrankx or Darryl Bakola will take his place.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate against Lazio Thorstvedt assisted once to go with two tackles (two won), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 2-1 defeat versus Lazio.

Impact Thorstvedt completed a triangle with Armand Lauriente on his side's lone goal, registering his third assist in the campaign. He has posted at least one shot in four matches in a row, racking up 10 attempts (four accurate), scoring once and adding three key passes and seven tackles (four won) over that span. Furthermore, he has recorded one or more clearances in the last five tilts, totaling 11. Instead, his three-match streak with at least one interception came to an end.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Scores one goal Thorstvedt scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Atalanta.

Impact Thorsvedt found the net with a top-corner strike off an assist from Armand Lauriente in Sunday's clash against Atalanta and could have added another, matching his season high with four shots. The midfielder has now recorded one goal, one assist and seven interceptions across his last five Serie A appearances this season.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes out assist versus Pisa Thorstvedt assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and five chances created in Saturday's 3-1 win against Pisa.

Impact Thorstvedt had one of his best displays yet, as he notched a new season high in both key passes, springing Domenico Berardi loose with a long ball on the first goal, and tackles. He's up to two assists in the season, while he has scored twice. He has logged at least one interception in his last three displays, racking up six and posting three shots (one on target) and five tackles (four won) over that span.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Draws two fouls against Cremonese Thorstvedt (shoulder) won one of one tackle, had one interception and drew two fouls in 31 minutes in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Cremonese.

Impact Thorstvedt was deployed in the final portion of the game following a two-game absence and contributed a little defensively. He'll recapture the starting role at the expense of Luca Lipani once he's 100 percent. He has scored once and added three shots (two on target), two chances created and five interceptions in his last four outings.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Cremonese game Thorstvedt (shoulder) "is on track to be called up for Sunday," coach Fabio Grosso relayed.

Impact Thorstvedt is expected to be back after missing two matches because of a minor shoulder surgery. He had started consistently before the problem, while Luca Lipani replaced him while he was on the mend. Thorstvedt has taken one shot in each of his last four outings (three on target), registering one goal, two chances created and seven interceptions over that span.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss some games Thorstvedt (shoulder) "will wear a splint for a week, and then he'll need four or five more days to recover," coach Fabio Grosso announced.

Impact Thorstvedt will skip the next two contests because of a shoulder contusion and will try to return within the expected timetable. Luca Lipani, Aster Vranckx and Edoardo Iannoni should all enjoy an uptick in minutes while he's sidelined.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with minor injury Thorstvedt is nursing a left shoulder contusion, Sassuolo announced.

Impact Thorstvedt has avoided structural damage and, while he could still miss some time and is iffy for the Roma clash, he won't be sidelined long term. Aster Vranckx, Luca Lipani and Edoardo Iannoni would fill in if needed.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Exits early against Juventus Thorstvedt subbed out in the 39th minute of Tuesday's game versus Juventus due to a shoulder injury, Rai reported, after registering one shot (zero on goal) and three interceptions...

Impact Thorstvedt got dinged up in an awkward fall in the early going and tried to soldier through the problem, but didn't manage to make it to the interval. He's poised for exams to determine the extent of the damage. Alieu Fadera replaced him in this one, as Edoardo Iannoni drew a rare start in a more defensive look without both Domenrico Berardi (thigh) and Cristian Volpato (undisclosed). Aster Vranckx and Luca Lipani would also be candidates to step in if Thorstvedt were unavailable for Saturday's away game against Roma.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Nets opener on Saturday Thorstvedt scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Parma.

Impact Thorstvedt headed in the opener in the 12th minute assisted by Sebastian Walukiewicz. Thorstvedt also recorded 45 passes and made three clearances and a block. This was his second goal in six games.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Completes ban Thorstvedt served a one-match disqualification in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Torino.

Impact Thorsvedt will return against Bologna on Sunday and most likely replace Aster Vranckx, who wasn't great in relief, in the midfield. He has notched one or more tackles in his last six displays, amassing 11 (one won) and logging one goal, one assist and eight shots (three on target) in that stretch.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Torino clash Thorstvedt took one shot on target and had three interceptions, three clearances and one tackle (one won) and was cautioned for the fifth time in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Milan.

Impact Thortsvedt was particularly busy defensively, posting a new season high in interceptions, but will have to sit out Sunday's home game versus Torino due to yellow-card accumulation. Aster Vranckx or Luca Lipani will substitute for him in the midfield.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three tackles in loss Thorstvedt generated three tackles (zero won) in Friday's 2-0 loss to Como.

Impact Thorstvedt led Sassuolo with a season-high three tackles during the road loss. The midfielder also won the most duels (eight) among all players in the match. That was his seventh start in a row after beginning the campaign with four appearances off bench.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal Thorstvedt scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), three crosses (three accurate) and four chances created in Monday's 2-2 draw versus Pisa. In addition, he was given...

Impact Thorstvedt entered November without a goal or an assist across the current season. But with his last two appearances, he got one for both categories, with the goal coming Monday. Thorstvedt's shot quantity and accuracy have recently improved as well, backed up by his eight shots (three on target) across his last four Serie A appearances.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jayden Addai scores 2 goals as Como beats Torino 5-1 to move into Serie A top 6

Jayden Addai scored a goal in each half as Como beat Torino 5-1 to move into the top six of Serie A and extend its unbeaten run to 11 matches in all competitions

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Provides assist against Atalanta Thorstvedt assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 victory versus Atalanta.

Impact Thorstvedt made the stat sheet for the first time in the season, thanks to an accurate through ball for Domenico Berardi after a bursting run. He has looked increasingly better after starting the season behind the eight ball physically due to a major injury. He has notched at least one shot in all his five starts, racking up 10 (two on target) and logging six key passes, two crosses (zero accurate) and six tackles (zero won).

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in late against Lazio Thorsvedt (heel) had one key pass and one clearance and drew one foul in nine minutes in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Lazio.

Impact Thorstvedt made a short cameo seven months after undergoing surgery due to a tricky heel injury. He'll likely continue to be eased into action for a while before concretely challenging Aster Vranckx and Ismael Kone for the starting job. He tallied seven goals and four assists in 22 games in Serie B before getting hurt last season.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bench spot Sunday Thorstvedt (heel) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Lazio.

Impact Thorstvedt is with the team Sunday is earning a spot on the bench, fit from his heel injury. The club appears to be taking his return cautiously, and he will likely look to find the starting XI again soon after testing his legs.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still on the mend Thorstvedt (heel) won't be available against Lazio, Il Resto Del Carlino reported.

Impact Thorstvedt is progressing through his rehab protocol after heel surgery but isn't ready yet and doesn't have a firm timetable at this stage. Sassuolo added Nemanja Matic and Aster Vranckx late in the window and can also count on Ismael Kone, Daniel Boloca and Luca Lipani in the midfield.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will start the season on the shelf Thorstvedt (heel) "is on his way to a full recovery, and we hope he can be back as soon as possible," coach Fabio Grosso announced.

Impact Thorsvedt was one of the top contributors for Sassuolo last season, but he had surgery to address a nagging heel injury in March and has yet to return to form. He hasn't taken part in any friendly and hasn't been spotted training regularly yet. He doesn't have a firm timetable at this stage, and he'll be out for at least the first two games to be assessed during the break. Cristian Volpato, Luca Lipani and Edoardo Iannoni will absorb his minutes.

AUGUST 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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