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Will miss Torino game Pellegrini will skip Saturday's match versus Torino due to the flu, Corriere dello Sport informs.

Impact Pellegrini made the trip to Turin but will watch the game from the hotel as he fell ill overnight. The coach could turn to either Georginio Wijnaldum or Stephan El Shaarawy to replace him.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up strong numbers in win Pellegrini had three shots (one on target), created four chances, sent in five crosses (two accurate) and made three tackles (two won) during Sunday's 3-0 win over Sampdoria.

Impact Pellegrini bounced back from the atypical performance he had against Lazio, being way more active on the attacking end, both finishing plays and creating for teammates. The captain looks to have left behind the head injury suffered a pair of weeks ago and is a must-have fantasy pick regardless of the opponent. Up next for him is Saturday's visit to Torino.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends two crosses in loss Pellegrini recorded one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-0 loss against Lazio. He also created three chances.

Impact Pellegrini did a little bit of everything Sunday and was active on both ends of the pitch, but his efforts were not enough to avoid the loss in the Rome derby. Pellegrini can provide a spark out of nowhere and plays a key role for Roma, but he doesn't carry a lot of fantasy upside. He hasn't recorded a goal or an assist since Jan. 8 -- a span of 11 appearances across all competitions.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts midweek Pellegrini (head) created two scoring chances, sent in three crosses, and logged one clearance and two blocks in 87 minutes in Thursday's 0-0 draw with Real Sociedad.

Impact Pellegrini saw his usual playing time while wearing a special protection for the 30 stitches he got after a nasty cut in the first leg, which caused him to miss the Sassuolo game. He'll be back in the XI versus Lazio.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for Real Sociedad match Pellegrini (head) trained fully Wednesday and will play with a helmet against Real Sociedad if the referee greenlights it, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Pellegrini underwent further tests that confirmed that he didn't suffer a head injury and will return on the pitch against Real Sociedad, assuming the protection abides by the rules. He has logged five shots (one on target), ten chances created, 15 crosses (eight accurate), and five tackles (three won) in the last four appearances.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Sassuolo tilt Pellegrini (head) will take further tests Monday, Corriere dello Sport informs.

Impact Pellegrini will be held out over the weekend and undergo a second CAT scan to confirm that he didn't suffer a head injury. If that was the case, he'll be fitted with a mask or special bandage since he received 30 stitches in a delicate area in the first Real Sociedad game.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sassuolo game Pellegrini didn't suffer facial fractures or a concussion, but he received several stitches and lost a copious amount of blood, Sky Italy informs.

Impact Pellegrini underwent a CAT scan following the injury, which excluded severe problems. He'll be assessed in practice in the next couple of days, but he might be spared Sunday given the situation.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off against Real Sociedad Pellegrini left Thursday's match versus Real Sociedad early in the second half due to a head injury, Corriere dello Sport informs.

Impact Pellegrini stayed down several minutes after a collision with an opponent, but he was eventually able to leave the pitch on his own. He'll be evaluated ahead of Sunday's match versus Sassuolo. Stephan El Shaarawy and Ola Solbakken (thigh) would be candidates to start if he was somewhat limited.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in Juventus clash Pellegrini had four interceptions and generated one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate), and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 win over Juventus.

Impact Pellegrini had some success on both ends of the pitch in this one, but he hasn't made the stat sheet since early January. He has logged six shots (one on target), 13 chances created, 21 crosses (11 accurate), and nine tackles (five won) in his last five appearances. Roma will host Real Sociedad in Europa League Thursday and then Sassuolo Sunday.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Rested in Verona match Pellegrini (thigh) was an unused sub in Sunday's 1-0 win over Verona.

Impact Pellegrini got the day off as he was at risk of getting injured, Jose Mourinho stated after the game. He practiced fully afterward, and he's expected to play in some capacity in Thursday's match against RB Salzburg, Ansa reports. He has recorded four shots (zero on target), nine chances created, 17 crosses (seven accurate), and seven tackles (four won) in the last four appearances.

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for Sunday's game Pellegrini (thigh) is in Roma's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Verona, though he's not in the starting lineup.

Impact Pellegrini picked up a minor thigh injury in Thursday's Europa League loss to Salzburg, so his minutes are being managed against Verona and he's starting this weekend's game on the bench. With Paulo Dybala (thigh) out as well, Stephan El Shaarawy and Ola Solbakken get the starts behind Tammy Abraham up front.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Might be load managed against Verona Pellegrini could be spared in Sunday's game against Verona due to a minor muscular issue, Rai reports.

Impact Pellegrini was limited in training Saturday and, while he remains likely to be available, he might not get the nod, differently than usual, also because Roma have a key Europa League game coming up Thursday. Georginio Wijnaldum, Cristian Volpato, or Edoardo Bove could replace him in the XI if that was the case.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in six crosses at Lecce Pellegrini registered two off-target shots, two chances created, six crosses (two accurate), three tackles (one won) and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-1 draw at Lecce.

Impact Pellegrini had a productive offensive performance, leading his side in chances created and logging the second-most shots and crosses. But they couldn't earn three points on the road after conceding early in the game. The midfielder has five goals and eight assists in the season so far.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances against Napoli Pellegrini generated one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate), and three corners and created three scoring chances in Sunday's 1-2 loss against Napoli.

Impact Pellegrini put up numbers across the board on offense and paced his team in chances despite the losing effort and not being particularly flashy throughout the contest. He has tallied one goal, one assist, four shots (one on target), and eight chances created in the last four appearances. Roma will host Empoli Saturday.

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Spared in Spezia game Pellegrini didn't feature in Sunday's 2-0 win over Spezia due to thigh soreness, Gianluca Di Marzio reports.

Impact Pellegrini was available if needed, but Roma managed the game well after getting the lead. He's expected to return to the XI in Sunday's clash with Napoli, replacing either Stephan El Shaarawy or Nemanja Matic.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Silent in Fiorentina game Pellegrini (thigh) created one scoring chance, won one tackle, and drew one foul in 74 minutes in Sunday's 2-0 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Pellegrini played through a thigh injury, but he had a more subdued performance than usual despite starring as a no.10 with Nicolo Zaniolo (illness) on the mend. He has logged one goal, one assist, five key passes, and 11 crosses (three accurate) in the last three matches. Roma will visit Spezia Sunday.

JANUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Fiorentina game Pellegrini (thigh) avoided strains and is set to be available versus Fiorentina, but his minutes might be managed considering the short turnaround, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Pellegrini escaped without relevant issues after bowing out early in a midweek fixture. He has often soldiered through minor problems. Edoardo Bove and Benjamin Tahirovic would be the next men up if he was initially spared.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off in cup game Pellegrini left Thursday's Coppa Italia match against Genoa at halftime due to a sore flexor muscle, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Pellegrini felt some discomfort after a tackle and didn't emerge from the locker room for the second half. Jose Mourinho admitted in the post-game that "there are some problems," and that he'll need tests to assess their severity. He often dealt with issues in the same area in previous months, but he has missed just two matches so far. Benjamin Tahirovic, Edoardo Bove, and Mady Camara would eventually fill in if he couldn't go against Fiorentina.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists at Milan Pellegrini recorded one assist off two chances created and recorded two off-target shots in Sunday's 2-2 draw at AC Milan.

Impact Pellegrini sparked Roma's comeback with an excellent assist off a corner to Ibanez in the 87th minute. This marked his fifth assist of the Serie A season in 15 appearances, which leads the team. He also has scored twice in the league and has six goal contributions (three goals and three assists) in five Europa League appearances. The Italian led the team in crosses attempted (eight, two accurate) and in fouls drawn with four.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Converts penalty in win Pellegrini scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing three times (one accurate) and creating two chances during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Bologna.

Impact Pellegrini found the back of the net after just six minutes, converting a penalty for the lone goal of the match. The goal was the second in 14 league appearances for the midfielder to go along with team-highs in assists, crosses and chances created.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Features in friendly Pellegrini (ankle) got the start in Thursday's game against Casa Pia, Roma relay.

Impact Pellegri bowed out in a previous friendly due to a knock, but it was nothing substantial, and he was able to feature a few days later. He has logged four goals, seven assists, 53 shots (19 on target), and 44 chances created in 18 appearances so far. He'll probably play deeper on the pitch with Paulo Dybala, Nicolo Zaniolo, and Tammy Abraham all healthy.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to miss time Pellegrini (tibia) might skip a friendly, but he's set to be good to go for January, Ansa reports.

Impact Pellegrini was pictured in training just a day after picking up a knock and might escaped any kind of injury despite some early concern.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off in friendly Pellegrini left Monday's friendly against Casa Pia after 32 minutes due to a knock on the tibia, La Repubblica reports.

Impact Pellegrini was noticeably in pain and couldn't continue after being tended to by the medical tests. He'll undergo some tests to verify whether it was something more serious than a contusion.

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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

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