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Five crosses Monday Spinazzola generated one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 1-0 win over AC Milan.

Impact Spinazzola recorded five crosses in Monday's win, tied for his second most in a match this season. He created one chance and recorded one accurate cross, giving him a solid outing in a match dominated by defense. He was subbed off in the 74th minute for Matteo Politano who scored the match-winning goal just five minutes later.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 20 • Associated Press

Dishes out helper against Torino Spinazzola assisted once to go with three crosses (two accurate), three clearances and two chances created in Friday's 2-1 victory against Torino.

Impact Spinazola was involved in both goals, as he fed Alisson Santos from the flank before the first one and picked up a secondary assist thanks to a precise cross on the second one. He's up to four helpers this year, but his previous one dated back to late October. He has swung in at least one cross in 33 contests in a row, amassing 33 deliveries (11 accurate), scoring twice and adding 12 chances created and 12 shots (three accurate) through that stretch. Moreover, he has tallied one or more clearances in the last three bouts, totaling six.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Sunday's draw Spinazzola scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Roma.

Impact Spinazzola scored his third goal of the season Sunday, a strike in the 40th minute assisted by Eljif Elmas. It was one of two shots he put on target and he also created one chance and recorded one accurate cross. He was subbed off in the 70th minute for Mathias Olivera after a productive shift versus his former club.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 15 • Associated Press

Passable outing in Fiorentina clash Spinazzola registered one cross (one accurate), two clearances and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Spinazzola was relatively lively in a game where Napoli didn't muster a lot of offense despite scoring twice. He has sent in at least one cross in 10 games on the trot, accumulating 24 deliveries (eight accurate) and recording seven shots (one on target), eight chances created and 13 clerances, with one goal and one clean sheet over that span.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers five crosses against Inter Spinazzola won one of one tackle and recorded five crosses (one accurate), two clearances and two chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Inter Milan.

Impact Spinazzola resumed starting after being managed midweek and paced his team in crosses, notching his highest total since mid-October, but his deliveries weren't on point. He has launched one or more in four straight tilts, amassing 10 (two accurate) and adding one goal, six shots (one on target) and two key passes in that stretch. He didn't have an attempt for the first time in four fixtures.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 4 • Associated Press

Unused against Roma Spinazzola (groin) didn't play in Sunday's 1-0 win over Roma.

Impact Spinazzola was an option after sitting out four matches, but the coach rolled with Mathias Olivera for the entire game while managing a lead. He was the starter before going down and should be back in the XI soon, although his minutes might need to be watched following a nagging injury. Instead, Miguel Gutierrez (ankle) is currently on the mend in the same role.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option Spinazzola (groin) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Roma.

Impact Spinazzola was likely to be an option Sunday and has passed his testing to play, with the defender an option from the bench. This ends a four-game absence as he will look to return to a starting role, starting in four of the five games before his injury.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to return versus Roma Spinazzola (groin) has been spotted in practice and is expected to be part of the game-day squad list Sunday, Ansa reported.

Impact Spinazzola is feeling better after missing four games due to groin pain and will likely begin on the bench, with Mathias Olivera getting his second start in a row since Miguel Gutierrez (ankle) got hurt. Spinazzola was the starter before the injury and has registered two assists, eight chances created, 18 crosses (six accurate) and five shots (two on target) in his last five displays.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined against Qarabag Spinazzola (groin) "has a peculiar injury, and we aren't sure about when he'll return yet," coach Antonio Conte admitted.

Impact Spinazzola isn't dealing with a muscular problem with an exact recovery time, but rather with some wear and tear in a delicate area. He'll remain sidelined midweek, and his availability in the next matches might also hinge on pain tolerance. Miguel Gutierrez, Mathias Olivera and Pasquale Mazzocchi will soak up his minutes.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Missing Saturday Spinazzola (groin) is out for Saturday's match against Atalanta.

Impact Spinazzola is not in the call Saturday and will not return from his groin issues, not on the bench or in the starting XI. He was a late call for this contest, and that should imply he is close to playing, possibly an option when facing Qarabag in UCL play on Tuesday.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Atalanta clash Spinazzola (groin) is in doubt for Saturday's match versus Atalanta, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Spinazzola has been able to practice in some capacity in the last couple of days, but hasn't been a full-go, and he'll have to pass a late fitness test to be an option. Miguel Gutierrez is currently considered the favorite to handle the left wing over Spinazzola and Mathias Olivera.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will skip Bologna game Spinazzola (groin) won't return Sunday versus Bologna, Tuttomercatoweb relayed.

Impact Spinazzola hasn't done enough in training to be an option and will sit out his second game on the trot. Miguel Gutierrez has gotten more minutes at the position than Mathias Olivera since the starter began dealing with the injury. Spinazzola should be able to recover in the next two weeks.

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Likely to miss UCL bout Spinazzola is nursing some groin pain and didn't participate in Monday's training, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Spinazzola escaped without a serious injury but has been affected by some discomfort in the area for some time and could be rested for a game or two to allow it to subside. Mathias Olivera and Miguel Gutierrez are the next men up at the position.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Exits Como bout at half time Spinazzola registered two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in 45 minutes in Saturday's game with Como before bowing out because of a possible hip problem, DAZN reporte...

Impact Spinazzola was a minor factor on offense in the first half and was spotted icing the area on the bench afterward. He'll be assessed before Tuesday's Champions League meeting with Eintracht Frankfurt. The coach elected to field Miguel Gutierrez over Mathias Olivera off the bench.

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes assist against Inter Spinazzola assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win over Inter Milan.

Impact Spinazzola played in a more offensive position after Kevin De Bruyne (thigh) bowed out and fed Scott McTominay with a long ball to set up the second goal for his side, collecting his second consecutive assist and the third in the campaign. He has launched one or more crosses in seven appearances in a row, racking up 26 (seven accurate) and notching eight shots (three on target), nine key passes and 11 clearances, with one goal and no clean sheets.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Lands on scoresheet Spinazzola assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 6-2 defeat versus PSV Eindhoven. In addition, he was gi...

Impact Spinazzola is on the scoresheet for the first time in the UCL this season with an assist vs PSV. He did not go the full 90 minutes mine the previous two games, recording a start in each while collecting two shots, two chances created, two accurate crosses and three tackles won.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lively against Torino Spinazzola had three shots (two on goal), 10 crosses (four accurate), three clearances and four chances created in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Torino.

Impact Spinazzola played in a more offensive role sans Scott McTominay (ankle) and fully took advantage of the liberty at his disposal, posting new season highs in every offensive category and leading his team in deliveries and key passes. He has notched two or more crosses in his last five showings (four stars), amassing 21 (six accurate), scoring once and adding six shots (three on target), seven key passes and 11 clearances. He didn't record a tackle, ending a five-game streak in that regard.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in three crosses versus Sporting CP Spinazzola (thigh) had one key pass, three crosses (zero accurate), two tackles (both won) and two interceptions in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Sporting CP.

Impact Spinazzola returned from a brief absence and got the nod at right-back due to Giovanni Di Lorenzo's suspension. He managed to go to distance and was productive on both end. He'll compete with Miguel Gutierrez and Mathias Olivera to start on the left in most matches. He has had the upper hand over his rivals so far, getting the nod in the last five games he was available for. He has launched one or more crosses in every instance, totaling 14 (two accurate) and posting six key passes, five tackles (four won) and eight clearances, with one goal, one assist and no clean sheets.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting again Spinazzola (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's clash with Sporting.

Impact Spinazzola missed out on a match with Milan, but was deemed fit for Wednesday's Champions League showdown. The defender was thrown straight into the starting XI with Giovanni Di Lorenzo suspended due to an opening day sending off. Spinazzola has started the last four matches he was fit for in all competitions.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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