Manuel Locatelli - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Juventus 1-1 Sassuolo: Locatelli penalty saved as Spalletti's side miss chance to go fourth Juventus had a chance to claim all three points late on against Sassuolo, but captain Manuel Locatelli could not deliver for the hosts.

MARCH 21 • BEINSPORTS.COM

AC Milan turns jeers into cheers vs Torino and cuts Inter's Serie A lead to 6 points

AC Milan changed gears in the second half and stormed to a 3-2 win over Torino in Serie A

MARCH 21 • Associated Press

Italy calls up Federico Chiesa for World Cup playoffs after almost 2-year absence

Liverpool forward Federico Chiesa returns to Italy’s team as the Azzurri enter high-stakes World Cup playoffs

MARCH 20 • Associated Press

Provides one assist in win Locatelli assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-0 victory versus Pisa.

Impact Locatelli delivered a strong all-around performance against Pisa on Saturday, first contributing offensively with a late assist after perfectly releasing Jeremie Boga in behind, while adding three shots and two key passes. He also impressed defensively with three tackles, three interceptions and five clearances. The midfielder is in good form at the moment, recording one goal, one assist, 10 tackles and five interceptions across his last two appearances in all competitions.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Will be back versus Pisa Locatelli will be eligible to play in Saturday's game against Pisa after completing a one-game domestic suspension.

Impact Locatelli will likely reclaim a spot in the starting lineup at the expense of Teun Koopmeiners in the midfield. He has posted multiple clearances in his last six showings, piling up 18 and adding 27 tackles (11 won) and seven key passes in that stretch. Additionally, he has posted one or more crosses in his four appearances on the trot, accumulating seven deliveries (two accurate), scoring twice and taking four shots over that span.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Drills PK in Galatasaray clash Locatelli scored one goal to go with three shots (two on target), seven tackles (two won) and three chances created in Wednesday's 3-2 victory against Galatasaray.

Impact Locatelli opened the scoring with a spot-kick, hitting the net for the second time in the last four games, set a new season high in crosses and matched the one in tackles. He has notched multiple clearances in the last five matches, accumulating 18 and adding seven key passes and 27 tackles (11 won) over that span. Additionally, he has swung in at least one cross in four appearances in a row, totaling seven deliveries (two accurate).

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Juventus captain felt like crying after Champions League comeback falls short against Galatasaray

Juventus captain Manuel Locatelli says he felt like crying after seeing his team’s remarkable Champions League fightback fall just short against Galatasaray on Wednesday

FEBRUARY 25 • Associated Press

Champions League: Vinicius helps Real Madrid advance, PSG and Atalanta also through

Vinícius Júnior fittingly had the final say in an emotionally charged rematch with Benfica to guide Real Madrid into the round of 16 of the Champions League

FEBRUARY 25 • Associated Press

Will sit out Roma clash Locatelli won two of six tackles, created one scoring chance, had four clearances and was cautioned for the fifth time in Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Como.

Impact Locatelli focused on the defensive but couldn't do much to properly lift his team and will be unavailable for the next Serie A due to yellow-card accumulation. Teun Koopmeiners or Fabio Miretti will move to the midfield to replace him.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

First Serie A goal of campaign Locatelli scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus Inter Milan.

Impact Locatelli's late strike leveled the match momentarily before Inter Milan would retake the lead in Juventus's 3-2 road defeat. The holding-midfielder disrupted play over his 90 minute shift with a team-high seven tackles (four won), one interception, two clearances and two blocks. Locatelli has played the full 90 minutes in two of his last three appearances.

FEBRUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Zielinski scores last-gasp winner as Serie A leader Inter beats Juventus 3-2 to stay 8 points ahead

Piotr Zielinski scores a last-minute winner as Serie A leader Inter Milan beat tenacious Juventus 3-2 to stay eight points ahead of second-placed AC Milan

FEBRUARY 14 • Associated Press

Provides first assist of season Locatelli assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 win over Napoli.

Impact Locatelli dictated Juventus' early rhythm and provided the key pass for Jonathan David's 22nd minute opener, floating a clever ball into the area for the forward to control and finish, with the pass marking his first assist of the season in 21 appearances. He also worked through pressure to prevent Napoli from building sustained momentum, especially during the quieter second half. His influence was felt on both sides of the ball, as he contributed defensively in his usual manner with three tackles, one interception, and two blocks to round out a strong overall performance.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan David finding his form at Juventus with home World Cup in Canada approaching

Jonathan David scored his third goal in four matches and Juventus beat defending champion Napoli 3-0 in Serie A

JANUARY 25 • Associated Press

Helps the defense in Benfica bout Locatelli won two of three tackles and four clearances, five blocks and one interception in Wednesday's 2-0 victory versus Benfica.

Impact Locatelli stood out in the defensive phase, setting a new season high in blocks and playing a big role in limiting the adversaries. He has created one or more scoring chances in the last three games, racking up seven and adding five tackles (four won), five clearances and six blocks in that stretch.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances against Lecce Locatelli drew one foul and had one shot (zero on goal), one block and two key passes in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Lecce.

Impact Locatelli didn't do as much as usual defensively as Juventus pulled the strings for most of the match, failing to register a tackle for the first time since the opener. He has created one or more chances in six straight showings, piling up nine and adding five shots (two on target), seven interceptions and 11 clearances over that span.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Gritty in Napoli bout Locatelli won four of five tackles and three clearances, four interceptions, and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Napoli.

Impact Locatelli worked in the midfield as usual, but his strong defensive display didn't suffice to contain the opponents, and he offered little on the other end. He has recorded at least one tackle in nine straight fixtures, racking up 23 (18 won) and logging 15 shots (five on target), nine key passes and 20 clearances over that span, with no goal contributions.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Workmanlike versus Cagliari Locatelli had one cross (zero accurate) and three tackles (two won), two interceptions and three clerances in Saturday's 2-1 win over Cagliari.

Impact Locatelli almost exclusively contributed defensively after showing well in the final third midfield. He didn't have a shot for the first time in eight matches. He has notched at least one tackle in the last eight games, totaling 18 (14 won) and logging eight key passes, 12 interceptions and 17 clearances over that span.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances versus Bodo/Glimt Locatelli generated one shot (one on goal), three blocks, three key passes and two corners in Tuesday's 3-2 victory versus Glimt.

Impact Locatelli was a minor factor in the final third and matched his season high in chances created, although with no end product. He has recorded at least one shot and one tackle in seven straight matches, accumulating 14 (five on target) and 15 (13 won), respectively, notching eight key passes and 10 interceptions over that span.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts three shots Locatelli registered three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Fiorentina.

Impact Locatelli updated his season high in shots. In terms of the midfielder's accuracy, it has picked up, with all but one of his last five appearances including at least one shot on goal.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable in Lazio game Locatelli won two of two tackles and had two shots (one on goal), three interceptions and two clearances in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Lazio.

Impact Locatelli was passable on both ends and put together a well-rounded stat line. He has tallied one or more interceptions in his last five starts, totaling 11 and logging five shots (one on target), three chances created and 11 tackles (five won).

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three interceptions against Como Locatelli had one shot (zero on goal), two tackles (one won), three interceptions and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Como.

Impact Locatelli put up a small amount of stats on both ends, as he normally does, and set a new season high in interceptions. He has recorded one or more tackles in seven straight appearances, amassing 21 (11 won) and notching four key passes, six shots (zero on target) and 11 interceptions.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in draw Locatelli generated one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus AC Milan. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 49th minute.

Impact Locatelli took a shot and created a pair of chances, but couldn't do enough to break the deadlock Saturday. He had chances to put in a really dangerous ball but just missed the mark at times. It was a frustrating draw, but the volume against a top opponent is encouraging for Locatelli coming out of the international break.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cambiaghi and Nicolussi Caviglia given 1st call-ups for under-pressure Italy in World Cup qualifying

Bologna left winger Nicolò Cambiaghi and Fiorentina midfielder Hans Nicolussi Caviglia have been called up by Italy for the first time as the under-pressure Azzurri prepare to face...

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Both Thuram brothers score but only one celebrates as Juventus beats Inter 4-3

The Thuram brothers scored for opposing teams on Saturday in a thrilling Derby d’Italia

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Liverpool 18-year-old Leoni called up by Italy for World Cup qualifiers

The 18-year-old Liverpool center back Giovanni Leoni is one of three players given their first national team call-up by new Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso

AUGUST 29, 2025 • Associated Press

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