LUIS ALBERTO NEWS

Subs in late in Inter game Alberto (coach's decision) had six touches and one tackle (zero won) in 18 minutes in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Inter.

Impact Alberto resumed being an option after an issue with the manager but only saw limited action. That could be the case again versus Empoli, which would potentially benefit Nicolo Rovella and Luca Pellegrini like in this one. He has logged one goal, two assists, 11 shots (two on target) and 12 key passes in his last five showings.

MAY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Inter match Alberto "has had a normal week of training and will be selected for Sunday's game against Empoli," coach Igor Tudor informed.

Impact Alberto will be back into the fold after getting disciplined last week reportedly due to lack of intensity in practice. He might have a reduced role as a result of the situation in the last two games of the season, with Matteo Zaccagni, Gustav Tang Isaksen, and Manuel Lazzari picking up the slack. He has scored once, assisted twice and posted 11 shots (two on target) and 12 chances created in his last four starts.

MAY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Empoli Alberto hasn't been called up for Sunday's match versus Empoli due to a technical choice, Gianluca Di Marzio informed.

Impact Alberto didn't participate in the final session of the week and was omitted from the squad list due to a coach's decision. As a result of his absence, Mattia Zaccagni should move to a more offensive role, with Manuel Lazzari or Gustav Tang Isaksen taking care of the wing.

MAY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in four crosses versus Monza Alberto generated two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate), one chance created and four corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Monza.

Impact Alberto wasn't involved in the two goals but had an okay output thanks to a few set pieces. He has tallied one goal, two assists, 11 shots (two on target) and 12 key passes in the last four matches, starting and seeing full minutes in almost each of them.

MAY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up game-winning goal Alberto assisted once to go with four shots (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Verona. In addition, he was given a yello...

Impact Alberto was in charge of pulling the strings for Lazio in midfield, and he appeared when the team needed him the most, as his through ball allowed Mattia Zaccagni to drill home the game-winning goal. This was Alberto's third assist over his last six outings, a span in which he's also found the back of the net once.

APRIL 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Salernitana Alberto assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), 11 crosses (four accurate), seven chances created and nine corners in Friday's 4-1 win against Salernitana.

Impact Alberto had one of his most productive displays of the season in the easy fixture, pacing his team in deliveries and key passes and collecting a point by finding Felipe Anderson in the box with a timely feed to set up the third goal for his side. It's his seventh assist of the season and the second in the last four rounds, where he has added six shots (three on target), 14 chances created and 16 crosses (five accurate).

APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in late against Juventus Alberto (thigh) had one off-target shot, one chance created and one corner in six minutes in Saturday's 1-0 win over Juventus.

Impact Alberto dropped to the bench as a result of a muscular problem and was inserted only late in the fixture. He'll likely unseat Pedro in the next match against Roma on Saturday if in better shape. He has tallied one assist, nine shots (three on target), 12 chances created and 20 crosses (five accurate) in the last five fixtures.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Alberto (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Juventus.

Impact Alberto will miss no time after picking up a slight injury scare over the international break, as he was named to the team sheet Saturday. However, the midfielder lines up outside of his regular starting role, having been placed on the bench while Daichi Kamada starts in his place. Alberto will now hope to return to the starting XI in the club's match.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday Alberto (thigh) has been called up for Saturday's clash with Juventus, Lazio informed.

Impact Alberto didn't participate in the final practice of the week but will be an option anyway and remains the favorite to start over Daichi Kamada, Pedro, and Gustav Tang Isaksen. He might play more offensively following a coaching change. He has scored and assisted once in the last five games, adding nine shots (four on target), 12 chances created and 24 crosses (six accurate).

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Juventus match Alberto didn't participate in Saturday's practice due to muscle fatigue, Gianluca Di Marzio informed.

Impact Alberto remains likely to be available and start despite the hiccup late in the week. Otherwise, new coach Igor Tudor could turn to Daichi Kamada or Gustav Tang Isaksen in a supporting role.

MARCH 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes assist versus Frosinone Alberto assisted once to go with two shots (two on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and six chances created in Saturday's 3-2 victory against Frosinone.

Impact Alberto returned to form after a few lackluster showings, pacing his side in key passes and finding Taty Castellanos with a precise set piece to set up the second goal for his team. He's up to six assists in the season. He has posted eight shots (three on target), 11 chances created and 20 crosses (five accurate) in the last four matches.

MARCH 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Registers most crosses against Udinese Alberto had two shots (zero on goal), eight crosses (three accurate) and five corners in Monday's 2-1 defeat against Udinese.

Impact Alberto recorded the most crosses in the game. He created four chances, completed two dribbles and also made a tackle and interception. He has three goal involvements in the last four games. He has created an average of 1.8 chances per game this season in 25 appearances.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses in loss Alberto generated two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Tuesday's 3-0 loss versus Bayern Munich.

Impact Alberto was busy during Tuesday's loss but none of his volume was threatening as he and the rest of the Lazio attack were entirely subdued. It was always going to be a brutally difficult match and it played out as expected. Alberto will be back in action in more favorable clashes in domestic play moving forward.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Passable in Milan game Alberto recorded two shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate), one key pass and one corner in Friday's 1-0 defeat to AC Milan.

Impact Alberto picked up stats across the board offensively but was replaced early after Adam Marusic was sent off, forcing the coach to make some adjustments. He has scored once, assisted twice and posted nine chances created and 25 crosses (five accurate) in the last five games.

MARCH 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ends drought in Fiorentina match Alberto scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Monday's 2-1 defeat to Fiorentina.

Impact Alberto capped off a counter with a surgical right-footed finish in the bottom corner to give his team the late near the end of the first half and register his first goal since late October. He has posted two assists, eight shots (one on target) and nine chances created in the last five games.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable versus Cagliari Alberto won two duels and registered three shots (zero on goal), six crosses (zero accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 3-1 win over Cagliari.

Impact Alberto paced his team in attempts and deliveries thanks to a few set pieces but had very poor touch, as he could not connect with a teammate. He has assisted once and added 14 crosses (two accurate), seven key passes, and nine off-target shots in the last four rounds. Lazio will host Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Wednesday and then Bologna on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses and clean sheet Alberto had two shots (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Napoli.

Impact Alberto helped his side keep a clean sheet Sunday, his first since Nov. 12. He also created three chances for the second consecutive match and recorded six crosses for the fifth time (in Serie A) this season. He also appears to have finally fully recovered from his thigh injury as he played the full 90 minutes for the first time since Dec. 9.

JANUARY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes assist against Lecce Alberto assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and three chances created in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Lecce.

Impact Alberto returned to the XI after missing time with a thigh injury and was instrumental in the win with a lovely flick to set up Felipe Anderson's goal. He's up to three assists in the season. He has recorded four shots (one on target), eight chances created, and 20 crosses (four accurate) in his last five appearances. Lazio will host Napoli on January 28.

JANUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unused sub in Coppa Italia game Alberto (thigh) was available but didn't play in Wednesday's cup fixture versus Roma.

Impact Alberto healed quickly from an adductor strain but wasn't rushed into the thick of things, and that may continue as Lazio take on Lecce on Sunday. Daichi Kamada and Matias Vecino have filled in for him in the last two fixtures. He has tallied seven shots (three on target), 10 chances created, and 30 crosses (six accurate) in his last six matches, with no goal contributions.

JANUARY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will be sidelined for a while Alberto has been diagnosed with a low/medium grade strain of the adductor muscle in his left thigh, Lazio announced.

Impact Alberto will be further assessed as he begins rehabbing, but he's highly likely to be out of action for at least a month. Daichi Kamada and Matias Vecino will plug the hole in the midfield.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early against Empoli Alberto sent in five crosses and four corner kicks and had one interception before leaving Friday's match versus Empoli at the 25th minute due to a thigh problem, Corriere dello Sp...

Impact Alberto got busy in the early going thanks to multiple set pieces but started showing signs of discomfort in the first few minutes and eventually limped off. Daichi Kamada came off the bench to replace him. He's headed for some tests.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts three corners Alberto generated three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 2-0 loss against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Alberto was Lazio's primary cornertaker throughout this season's Champions League group stage. He attempted 16 corners, which accounted for almost 80 percent of his 21 crosses across six UCL appearances. Now until the Lazio team participates in Lazio's knockout-stage games, Alberto will look to continue providing corners in Serie A action.

DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in eight crosses against Verona Alberto (thigh) created two scoring chances and had two shots (one on goal), eight crosses (two accurate), and six corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Verona.

Impact Alberto wasn't affected by his recent ailment, as he played the whole game, paced his team in deliveries thanks to a slew of corner kicks, and co-led it in chances created. He has posted 11 shots (three on target), 10 key passes, and 32 crosses (seven accurate) in his last five appearances. Lazio will visit Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday and then host Inter next Sunday.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to lineup Saturday Luis Alberto (thigh) is in the starting XI to face Verona on Saturday.

Impact As expected, Luis Alberto is back in the starting lineup after he was deemed fit earlier this week. The Spaniard will start in his regular midfield role in a 4-3-3 setup, though he will operate as the team's primary playmaker.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE