Juventus secures Champions League berth with wild win at relegated Venezia
Juventus won 3-2 at Venezia in the final round of Serie A to finish fourth and take the final Champions League spotMAY 25
LEANDRO PAREDES
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Strikes versus Milan Paredes scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), four crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 3-1 victory over Milan.
Impact Paredes resurfaced after four matches thanks to Lorenzo Pellegrini and Artem Dovbyk's thigh injuries, as the coach went with a more cautious scheme, and hit the net with a gorgeous free kick in the bottom corner. It's his third goal of the year, with two coming in his last five outings, where he has added five shots (two on target), 16 crosses (four accurate), 11 corners and nine tackles (six won).
MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE
Piles up crosses versus Cagliari Paredes won two of two tackles and recorded two shots (zero on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Sunday's 1-0 win against Cagliari.
Impact Paredes contributed across the board and padded his numbers through set pieces but was rarely on point. He has scored once and tallied five shots (two on target), six chances created, 16 crosses (five accurate) and 12 tackles (seven won) in his last five showings.
MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE
Suspended for first Athletic leg Paredes will sit out Thursday's game versus Athletic due to yellow-card accumulation.
Impact Paredes has been booked thrice in the competition, triggering a one-game ban. Bryan Cristante will likely replace him in the midfield. Niccolo Pisilli could also play more than usual as a result of his absence.
MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE
Logs nine crosses in win Paredes had one off-target shot, created one chance, sent in nine crosses (one accurate) and made three tackles (one won) during Sunday's 1-0 win over Parma.
Impact Paredes didn't have much defensive work here so he got even more involved on the attacking phase as usual, always initiating actions with his passing skills and also using his role as set pieces taker to rack up lots of crosses. After not being utilized so frequently until the end of November, the holding midfielder finally found his footing and started in six of the last eight domestic matches he was available to play.
FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off the bench midweek Paredes (rest) had two clearances and one block in 15 minutes in Thursday's game versus Porto.
Impact Paredes saw limited action despite being spared over the weekend but will likely start in the next two fixtures since Bryan Cristate will be suspended on both occasions.
FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE
Will return versus Porto Paredes (rest) will be available Thursday against Porto, Tuttomercatoweb relayed.
Impact Paredes reported back to the team after being given a short vacation to recharge the energies. He'll likely get the nod over Bryan Cristante. He has posted eight shots (three on target), 10 crosses (three accurate), nine tackles and five interceptions in his last five appearances (four starts).
FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE
Will miss Venezia match Paredes will sit out Sunday's game against Venezia for rest purposes, coach Claudio Ranieri announced.
Impact Paredes will get a breather in a busy stretch of the schedule, as Roma played midweek in Coppa Italia and will face Porta shortly thereafter. Bryan Cristante, Niccolo Pisilli and Lucas Gourna-Douath will pick up the slack.
FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE
Three shots off bench Paredes registered three shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Napoli.
Impact Since 2025's dawn, Paredes has been quiet in Serie A action, with his best performance of the year currently being against Genoa, who suffered three chances created and two shots on goal from him. However, he was benched for Roma's next Serie A game and came off the bench Sunday.
FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE
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JANUARY 16 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM
Scores penalty against Parma Paredes scored a goal on a penalty kick to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 5-0 win against Parma.
Impact Paredes returned to the starting lineup for the first time in Serie A since recovering from an illness. In the 74th minute, he scored his first goal of the season, converting a penalty kick. Paredes also registered two crosses and one corner, bringing his season totals to 14 and 10 in Serie A. Up next, he faces AC Milan on Dec. 29.
DECEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Returns midweek Paredes (illness) drew the nod in Wednesday's cup fixture versus Sampdoria.
Impact Paredes worked his way back after missing two matches due to an illness. The new coach started him thrice in a row after he was used sparingly earlier in the season, and he responded well, tallying five shots (two on target), five key passes, 11 crosses (four accurate) and 14 tackles (10 won) in his last five showings.
DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Will miss Como game Paredes hasn't been called up for Sunday's match against Como due to an illness, Sky Italy reported.
Impact Paredes was a late scratch midweek for the same reason and hasn't recovered. Since Bryan Cristante (ankle) is out as well, Niccolo Pisilli or Enzo Le Fee will replace him in the midfield, while Stephan El Shaarawy or Lorenzo Pellegrini will start in a supporting role.
DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Sends in five crosses against Lecce Paredes created three scoring chances and registered two shots (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 4-1 victory versus Lecce.
Impact Paredes padded his stat thanks to a few precise corner kicks. He has resumed being a regular following a recent coaching change, plus Bryan Cristante (ankle) was out for this one. He has logged five shots (two on target), four key passes, eight crosses (three accurate) and 13 tackles (10 won) in the last three fixtures.
DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Records squad's only shot on goal Paredes recorded one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Monday's 2-0 loss against Atalanta.
Impact After not playing in the previous league game, Paredes got the start and recorded his squad's only shot on target with a shot from outside the box in the fouth minute of play. Soon after, he assisted on a missed attempt but then went quiet for the rest of the match, aside from picking up a few minor fouls. His shot on target was actually his first of the season, while he also recorded a season high with 62 completed passes. Additionally, this marked the second time in three league appearances that he accounted for a chance created.
DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Assists off bench Paredes assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Venezia.
Impact Parades supplied his first assist of the season Sunday as Roma eased past Venezia with a 2 - 1 victory behind two second half goals. After making 34 appearances (32 starts) over the previous Serie A campaign, Paraedes has found himself being asked to make an impact from the substitute's bench to being in the 2024/2025 campaign. The veteran midfielder has made three appearances (one start) domestically. He has yet to register a shot on target and has created two chances.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Will be option against Empoli Paredes finished serving a two-game suspension in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Cagliari.
Impact Paredes will be available in the second round and will push Enzo Le Fee, Bryan Cristante and Lorenzo Pellegrini for a spot in the midfield. He was a fixture of the formation in 2023/2024, tallying five goals and seven assists in 47 games.
AUGUST 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Suspended for two games Paredes has received a two-match ban for insulting the referee in the most recent game, the League announced.
Impact Paredes will miss also next season's opener if he doesn't win an appeal in the next few days. He's likely to stay put at Roma in the summer.
MAY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Sees red in Genoa game Paredes was sent off with a straight red card in the 72nd minute of Sunday's 1-0 win against Genoa after generating two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and three...
Impact Paredes had an okay display, especially thanks to set pieces, but was expelled for arguing a call too vehemently. He had a solid season considering how poorly his previous one with Juventus went, as he was a full-time starter and logged four goals, seven assists, 41 key passes and 104 crosses (31 accurate) in 47 appearances. Lorenzo Pellegrini will return to the midfield if Paulo Dybala or Stephan El Shaarawy start against Empoli in the season finale. Houssem Aouar is also an option.
MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Converts two penalties Paredes scored two goals from two shots while crossing once inaccurately during Thursday's 2-2 draw with Leverkusen.
Impact With Paulo Dybala out, Paredes converted penalties in the 43rd and 66th minutes to score both Roma goals they were eliminated from the Europa League on Thursday. The goals the first in 13 Europa League appearances for Paredes to go along with two assists in the competition.
MAY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Gritty against Juventus Paredes registered one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate), two tackles (two won) and three clearances in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Juventus.
Impact Paredes was sturdy in the back as usual and made his presence felt a little on the other end as well. He has totaled five shots (two on target), nine crosses (three accurate), seven tackles (seven won) and 12 clearances in the last five rounds.
MAY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Gritty against Juventus Paredes registered one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate), two tackles (two won) and three clearances in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Juventus.
Impact Paredes was sturdy in the back as usual and made his presence felt a little on the other end as well. He has totaled five shots (two on target), nine crosses (three accurate), seven tackles (seven won) and 12 clearances in the last five rounds.
MAY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Eligible for Juventus clash Paredes completed a one-match ban due to yellow-card accumulation.
Impact Paredes will reprise his midfield role versus Juventus on Sunday, with Edoardo Bove likely falling out of the XI. He has recorded six shots (two on target), four key passes, six crosses (two accurate) and 16 clearances in his last five appearances.
APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Napoli Paredes will miss Sunday's away tilt versus Napoli after getting cautioned for the 14th time in the Bologna game.
Impact Paredes could have technically played versus Udinese on Thursday, but the coach opted for a more aggressive scheme. Edoardo Bove is the frontrunner to replace him in their standard one.
APRIL 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Passable in Lecce game Paredes won two of four tackles and had three interceptions, five crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Monday's 0-0 draw versus Lecce.
Impact Paredes was solid on both ends, pacing his side in deliveries, although with little touch, and tackles. He has logged one goal, two assists, eight key passes and nine crosses (three accurate) in his last five appearances.
APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
