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Plays in cup game Locatelli (head) came off the bench in Thursday's Coppa Italia game versus Monza.

Impact Locatelli didn't require further tests and didn't miss time after seemingly suffering a head injury in the previous match, and he'll be fine and probably start in Sunday's home game versus Atalanta. He has logged three chances created, seven tackles (five won), and eight clearances in the last three matches.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off versus Napoli Locatelli created one scoring chance, had two tackles (two won) and three clearances in Friday's 1-5 loss to Napoli before bowing out at the 56th minute due to a potential head inj...

Impact Locatelli had a busted lip and stayed down for a few minutes after taking an inadvertent uppercut to the chin. He tried to gut it out but eventually left the game after the third Napoli goal. There isn't much concern the problem is going to cost him time going forward, the outlet informs.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances against Udinese Locatelli won three duels and one tackle and had one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Udinese.

Impact Locatelli rarely shows off, but he has the ability to pick up stats across the board, as was the case in this one. He has logged three shots (two on target), three key passes, 12 tackles (seven won), and nine clearances in the last five appearances.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Works hard against Cremonese Locatelli won four tackles (two won) and nine duels, drew one foul, and had four clearances in Wednesday's 1-0 win versus Cremonese.

Impact Locatelli helped the defense come away with another clean sheet with a gritty performance in the midfield. He has recorded 11 shots (four on target), seven chances created, 31 tackles, and 15 interceptions in 13 Serie A starts.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins four tackles versus Lazio Locatelli (thigh) had two shots (one on goal) and one chance created and won four of five tackles and five duels in Sunday's 3-0 win against Lazio.

Impact Locatelli managed to start and play almost the entire game even though he was less than 100 percent, and he was sturdy on the defensive end. He has yet to score or assist, but he has posted 19 shots (five on target), eight chances created, 36 tackles, and 17 interceptions in 17 matches.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Lazio game Locatelli (thigh) has been named in Juventus' squad list to face Lazio Sunday.

Impact Locatelli will at least be a bench option, but he might drop out of the XI since he's not 100 percent, with Leandro Paredes possibly filling in for him.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Lazio match Locatelli is in doubt for Sunday's game versus Lazio, coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Locatelli is reportedly nursing adductor soreness and will have to pass a fitness test to start or even be an option. Fabio Miretti and Leandro Paredes would be the top candidates to eventually replace him in the midfield.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus PSG Locatelli (personal) will be an option for Wednesday's game against PSG, coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Locatelli has re-joined the team after tending to a personal matter and will be back to the XI, considering the absences of Weston McKennie and Leandro Paredes. He has posted eight shots (two on target), one chance created, seven inaccurate crosses, and ten tackles (seven won) in the last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Lecce match Locatelli will sit out Saturday's game versus Lecce for personal reasons, coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Locatelli won't make the trip to tend to a familiar matter. Fabio Miretti will likely return to the starting XI, considering that Leandro Paredes is unavailable as well, while Nicolo Fagioli might get a rare opportunity to log some minutes off the bench.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles versus Benfica Locatelli won five duels and two of two tackels and had one shot (zero on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 3-4 defeat to Benfica.

Impact Locatelli did a little bit of everything but was mostly run over by the peppy opponents in the midfield. He has recorded six shots (two won), seven inaccurate crosses, ten tackles (seven won), and seven interceptions in the last five matches.

OCTOBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides secondary assist against Empoli Locatelli drew two fouls, won six duels, and had two shots (zero on goal) and four interceptions in Friday's 4-0 victory against Empoli.

Impact Locatelli turned in another pretty good shift where he contributed in all phases of the game. He was involved in the final goal, as he sprung Danilo loose on the flank before the teammate set up Adrien Rabiot with a square ball. He has tallied seven shots (three on target), two chances created, ten tackles (five won), and seven interceptions in the last five matches (three starts).

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Decent versus Torino Locatelli won one tackle and had two interceptions, two shots (two on goal), and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Torino.

Impact Locatelli was moderately busy on both ends and almost hit the net with a bouncing shot early in the second half. He has notched six shots (three on target), three chances created, eight tackles (six won), and three interceptions in the last five matches (three starts).

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Juventus wins derby at Torino to relieve pressure on Allegri

Juventus has relieved a bit of the pressure on coach Massimiliano Allegri by beating Torino 1-0 in a Serie A derby

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • Associated Press

Wins two tackles versus Milan Locatelli won five duels and two of three tackles and had one block and one interception in Saturday's 0-2 defeat against AC Milan.

Impact Locatelli had to focus more on defending than usual given the scheme chosen by the coach and the quality of the opponent. He has registered three shots (one on target), three chances created, five tackles (four won), and two blocks in three matches since returning from injury.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances versus Bologna Locatelli (thigh) won two of two tackles and seven duels and had one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Bologna.

Impact Locatelli had an okay showing after missing the past three matches with a thigh problem. He rarely pops but has the potential to pile up numbers at both ends. He has logged seven inaccurate shots, five chances created, 13 tackles, and five interceptions in seven appearances.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Locatelli (thigh) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Bologna.

Impact Locatelli is healthy again after missing a couple weeks with a thigh injury. He's back in his central midfield role that doesn't produce a ton of attacking numbers, as he's totaled three shots (none on target) and three chances created in five league starts this season.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shakes off injury Locatelli (thigh) practiced fully Tuesday, Juventus announced.

Impact Locatelli is fully on track to return after missing three games against with a thigh problem. He and Adrien Rabiot could quickly supplant Fabio Miretti (ankle) and Weston McKennie, who got consistent minutes lately. He has logged five off-target shots, three chances created, 11 tackles, and five interceptions in six games.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Monza tilt Locatelli (thigh) won't be available Sunday against Monza, coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Locatelli will miss the third straight game because of a thigh problem, leaving Juventus short-handed in the midfield, as it has been the case recently given the absences of Paul Pogba and Adrien Rabiot.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Physical in Sampdoria tilt Locatelli won three of five tackles and eight duels and had one block and one shot (zero on goal) in Monday's 0-0 tie against Sampdoria.

Impact Locatelli didn't do much offensively but shined in the passive phase for the second game in a row. He has tallied two off-target shots, five tackles, two interceptions, and one clearance at the start of the season.

AUGUST 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Works hard versus Fiorentina Locatelli had one block and one interception, won seven duels and drew two fouls in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Locatelli focused on defending in this one and did not log any stat in the final third. He has posted three goals, four assists, 57 tackles and 36 clearances in 38 matches (30 starts) in 2021/2022.

MAY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Coppa Italia Locatelli (knee) came off the bench in Wednesday's Coppa Italia final against Inter.

Impact Locatelli worked his way back after missing the previous five games due to a knee sprain. He will be in the mix in the final two matches against Lazio and Fiorentina, although the coaching staff might limit his minutes to allow him to recover fully, also considering that Juventus do not have much at stake. He has tallied three goals, four assists, 41 tackles and 18 chances in 29 Serie A appearances.

MAY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss a month Locatelli suffered a MCL sprain in the right knee and will be out for four weeks, Juventus announced.

Impact Locatelli will have to sit out the next three or four matches depending on how the rehab goes. Denis Zakaria and Arthur will replace him in the midfield and Juventus can use a more offensive scheme with most of their attackers being healthy at the moment.

APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knee injury in Inter game Locatelli drew one foul, took one off-target shot and won one duel in 34 minutes before leaving the match after 34 minutes due to an apparent knee injury, coach Massimiliano Allegr...

Impact Locatelli had a rough game as he got kicked in the face in the first couple of minutes, which caused him some eyesight issues, and then tweaked his knee. The coach anticipated him missing some time, although the full extent of his issue will be known after some tests. Denis Zakaria and Arthur will pick up the slack if need be.

APRIL 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Clears COVID-19 protocol Locatelli has shaken off COVID-19 and will join Italy for the friendly against Turkey, Juventus announced.

Impact Locatelli will be back in the XI for the clash with Inter. He could replace the suspended Luca Pellegrini, with Danilo returning to the defense after a shift in the midfield. He has logged two assists, four shots, four chances and five clearances in the last five matches.

MARCH 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Balotelli left off Italy's squad for World Cup playoffs

Mario Balotelli has been left off Italy’s squad for the World Cup playoffs

MARCH 18, 2022 • Associated Press

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