Manuel Locatelli - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

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).

2 DAYS AGO • 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

2 DAYS AGO • 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

3 DAYS AGO • 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.

6 DAYS AGO • 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

Sends Juventus to the UCL Locatelli scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), three tackles (two won) and one block in Sunday's 3-2 victory against Venezia.

Impact Locatelli decided the game with a rare PK, keeping his aplomb from the spot in the final portion of the game for his second goal of the season. He was a stalwart all year long and mostly contributed defensively, tallying 99 tackles, 94 clearances and 28 blocks, assisting twice and creating 38 scoring chances.

MAY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Juventus secures Champions League berth with wild win at relegated Venezia

Juventus won 3-2 at Venezia in the final round of Serie A to finish fourth and take the final Champions League spot

MAY 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Creates five chances Sunday Locatelli had one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and five chances created in Sunday's 2-0 win against Udinese.

Impact Locatelli created five chances in Sunday's win, easily his most in a match this season. He also took one off-target shot and recorded two crosses on the attack. He helped keep a clean sheet too, but the only statistic he recorded was a single blocked shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

MAY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in four crosses against Lazio Locatelli recorded four crosses (one accurate), six clerances, one key pass and three corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Lazio.

Impact Locatelli paced his team in two categories on opposite ends thanks to a few set pieces and his activity in the back, as he filled in as a defender for a few minutes after Pierre Kalulu's red card. He might have to do that from the start versus Udinese. He has notched three or more clearances in six of the last seven matches, totaling 25 and posting seven shots (three on target), six chances created and seven crosses (two accurate). He failed to record multiple tackles after doing so in the previous six tilts, accumulating 25 (17 won).

MAY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

One shot Sunday Locatelli had one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Bologna. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 48th minute.

Impact Locatelli had a pretty quiet match Sunday, not seeing much work but a mere one shot that wouldn't find the target. His defensive effort was slightly better, registering four tackles won and five clearances. He remains a regular starter but has still only seen three goal contributions from his midfielder spot.

MAY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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