LORENZO PELLEGRINI NEWS

Doesn't play versus Torino Pellegrini (thigh) didn't feature in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Torino.

Impact Pellegrini was technically a bench option, but he wasn't in condition to perform due to a recent thigh injury. The problem is standard, and he'll be fully good to go once Serie A resumes in January. He has recorded four goals, seven assists, 53 crosses (19 on target), and 44 chances created in 18 appearances.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option for Torino game Pellegrini (thigh) is available for Sunday's match versus Torino, Goal reports.

Impact Pellegri made the game-day squad list a week ago after being diagnosed with a thigh strain, so it remains to be seen whether he'll be able to contribute in this one.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with strain Pellegrini suffered a one-grade strain of the flexor muscle of the right thigh, SportMediaset informs.

Impact Pellegrini will have to sit out the last two matches of the year after bowing out in the derby. They can go in a few different directions to replace him, deploying either Nemanja Matic, Cristian Volpato, or Stephan El Shaarawy, depending on the match-up.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Lzaio Pellegrini was subbed out of Sunday's defeat against Lazio in the Derby della Capitale in the 53rd minute after suffering an apparent injury. He took two shots (one on target) and...

Impact Pellegrini has been in good form recently with three goals and three assists in all competitions since the start of October, but his night was cut short against Lazio due to injury. Roma has two games left against Sassuolo and Torino before the World Cup break. Cristian Volpato replaced him in attacking midfield on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Arsenal tops Zurich, Man United beats Real Sociedad in EL

Kieran Tierney blasted home a winner for Arsenal to seal the top spot in its group and advance to the round of 16 of the Europa League with a 1-0 victory over Zurich

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Produces versus Verona Pellegrini created two scoring chances and had two shots (two on goal), seven crosses (one accurate), and four corners in Monday's 3-1 victory versus Verona.

Impact Pellegrini led his team in crosses as per usual, but he lacked some touch, while he was denied by Lorenzo Montipo on two pretty good shots. He has scored and assisted once in the last five matches, adding nine attempts (six on target), seven chances created, and 31 crosses (six accurate). Roma will host Lazio Sunday.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers four crosses against Napoli Pellegrini won one of three tackles, created one scoring chance, and had four crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 0-1 defeat versus Napoli.

Impact Pellegrini amassed most of his production out of set pieces in this one, as Roma collectively struggled to generate much offense. He has scored and assisted once in the past four games, posting four shots (three on target), five scoring chances, and 32 crosses (five accurate) in the last four matches. Roma will face Verona away next Monday.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Converts PK against Sampdoria Pellegrini drew two fouls and scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), five crosses (zero accurate), and three corners in Monday's 1-0 win versus Sampdoria.

Impact Pellegrini stepped up to the plate with Paulo Dybala (thigh) unavailable despite a previous mistake and beat Emil Audero, deciding the game. He has also paced his team in shots and crosses. He's bound to play in a more offensive role with the star teammate hurt. He has logged one goal, two assists, 14 shots (four on target), 11 chances created, and 37 crosses (nine accurate) in the last five matches. Roma will host Napoli Sunday.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Roma wins at Sampdoria where ex-club president escorted out

Roma has moved up to fourth place in Serie A after grinding out a 1-0 win at bottom club Sampdoria

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Assists on 15 crosses Pellegrini assisted once to go with four shots (zero on target), 15 crosses (three accurate) and 12 corners in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Lecce.

Impact Pellegrini missed one match with a thigh knock, but he showed no signs of rust while playing the full 90 in his squad's victory over Lecce. He helped open the scoring in this one during the 6th minute, delivering a neat cross to a charging Chris Smalling, who deposited it for the first goal of the match. He also led all players on the pitch in both crosses and corners. Pellegrini will be even more of a focal point for Roma now that Paulo Dybala is injured, and he's up to four assists in nine league matches.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Lecce Pellegrini (thigh) is in Roma's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Lecce.

Impact Pellegrini missed Thursday's Europa League loss to Betis with a knock on his thigh but he has recovered and is back in the XI on Sunday.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs full practice Pellegrini (thigh) returned to full training Saturday and is expected to be available for Sunday's match against Lecce, Il Tempo reports.

Impact Pellegrini sat out the midweek Europa League tilt after picking up a minor thigh problem in the past game. While he's trending in the right direction, it's possible that he won't see full minutes Sunday, with either Tammy Abraham or Andrea Belotti getting the nod alongside Paulo Dybala and Nicolo Zaniolo.

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Betis game Pellegrini isn't dealing with a serious injury, but he was limited in practice to open the week and will likely miss Thursday's Europa League match versus Betis, Corriere dello Spo...

Impact Pellegrini is nursing some muscle fatigue, and Jose Mourinho stated that he would leave it up to the player to decide. It's possible he will be able to recover for Sunday's home game versus Lecce, otherwise, Paulo Dybala, Nicolo Zaniolo, and Tammy Abraham would get the nod up front. Instead, Andrea Belotti is likely to start one over of the first two midweek.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists and bows out in Inter clash Pellegrini took one off-target shot, created one scoring chance, won one of two tackles, and picked up an assist in 81 minutes in Saturday's 2-1 win over Inter before subbing off w...

Impact Pellegrini didn't have a particularly dynamic performance but collected a point by finding Chris Smalling with a long-range free kick to set up the game-winner. He might have aggravated the issue that was affecting him coming into the contest, although he played almost the entirety of it. He was replaced late by Mady Camara, although Tammy Abraham, who had already come in for Paulo Dybala (calf) would be a more likely starter in case he had to miss time.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting behind the striker Pellegrini is fit and in the starting Xi for Saturday's match against Inter Milan.

Impact Pellegrini is ready to start after dealing with a thigh injury before the international break. The midfielder starts in an attacking role alongside Nicolo Zaniola just behind Paulo Dybala on Saturday.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Inter clash Pellegrini (thigh) re-joined his teammates in practice Wednesday, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Pellegrini stayed home and was managed during the break, but he has shaken off a minor problem that caused him to miss the Italy games. He'll be in the XI against Inter, either as a no.10 or as a central midfielder. He has logged two assists, 20 shots (six on target), 21 chances created and 31 crosses (15 accurate) in seven matches.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not dealing with serious injury Pellegrini is nursing some muscle fatigue and is expected to recover during the break, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Pellegrini was deemed unfit to perform by the national team doctors and will rest and rehab for a few days, but he has good chances to be good to go for the Inter clash after the break.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with thigh issue Pellegrini has been sent home by Italy due to a thigh problem, Sky reports.

Impact Pellegrini didn't sub off against Atalanta despite a muscular injury. Its full extent has yet to be disclosed, and he will try to recuperate in the next two weeks before the clash with Inter on October 10.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in defeat to Atalanta Pellegrini had five shots (one on target), eight crosses (five accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Atalanta.

Impact Pellegrini paced his tentative Roma squad in shots, crosses and corners for the afternoon. He was one of the few aggressors in an otherwise timid match, and he salvaged his fantasy value with volume over quality. He's averaging about five crosses per game and has two assists on the league season thus far.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dybala helps Roma beat Empoli 2-1 in Serie A

Paulo Dybala scored one and set up another as Roma got back to winning ways with a 2-1 victory at Empoli in an action-packed Serie A match

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Dybala's brace propels Mourinho's Roma atop Serie A

This was just what José Mourinho had in mind when he lured Paulo Dybala to join Roma instead of a host of other suitors

AUGUST 30, 2022

First assist of season Pellegrini had an assist while taking six shots (two on goal), crossing six times (two accurate) and creating five chances during Monday's 1-0 win over Cremonese.

Impact Pellegrini set up Chris Smalling from a corner in the 65th minute assisting the lone goal of the match. The assist was the first of the season for the midfielder as he led Roma in both shots and crosses in the win.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fires three shots against Salernitana Pellegrini had two interceptions, took three shots (one on target), created two scoring chances and won six duels in Sunday's 1-0 win over Salernitana.

Impact Pellegrini played deeper onto the pitch to accommodate Paulo Dybala and Nicolo Zaniolo, but his numbers didn't take a big hit and he remained involved in the offense. He posted nine goals and five assists in 2021/2022. Roma will host Cremonese next Monday.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dybala's signing steps up the ambitions for Mourinho's Roma

José Mourinho and Conference League champion Roma are stepping up their ambitions with the signing of former Juventus forward Paulo Dybala

JULY 20, 2022

Kane penalty earns England draw against Germany; Italy wins

Harry Kane’s late penalty has earned England a 1-1 draw in Germany in their Nations League game

JUNE 7, 2022