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JULY 2 • FOX SPORTS

Makes two blocks in loss Pongracic generated one tackle (one won) and two clearances in Thursday's 2-1 loss to Portugal.

Impact Pongracic led Croatia in blocks during the match, but couldn't help them avoid the late loss after conceding during stoppage time. The centerback logged his third start and third appearance in the game. He finished the campaign with 20 clearances over that span.

JULY 2 • ROTOWIRE

90 minutes played Saturday Pongracic registered one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 win over Ghana.

Impact Pongracic delivered a solid outing on Saturday, winning three tackles and recording seven clearances in Croatia's 2-1 victory over Ghana. After only entering the lineup in the second group-stage match against Panama, he has now started the last two fixtures and shown steady defensive presence. Across those appearances, he has maintained a 91 percent pass accuracy, produced 18 clearances, and won four tackles. Given Portugal's strong attacking threat, he remains a highly likely starter at center back for Thursday's Round of 32 matchup.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Tuesday Pongracic recorded one tackle (zero won) and 11 clearances in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Panama.

Impact After not appearing in the opening match versus England, Pongracic entered the starting XI for the must-win match versus Panama. He played very well on the defensive end, making a team-high 11 clearances to help shut down the Panama attack and keep the clean sheet. Given how well Croatia's back-four looked, especially compared to the disaster of the back-three versus England, the team may continue with four at the back versus Ghana on Saturday. There's also a good chance Pongracic starts again over the young Luka Vuskovic considering how well he played on Tuesday.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Racks up clearances in Juventus tilt Pongracic won one tackle and had 13 clearances, one block and one interception in Sunday's 2-0 win over Juventus.

Impact Pongracic held up under pressure and matched his season high in clearances. He has tallied at least one in his last eight displays, amassing 54, adding seven tackles (four won), five interceptions and six blocks and helping secure three clean sheets during that stretch.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively Pongracic registered one tackle (one won) and four clearances in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Genoa.

Impact Pongracic got involved in the defense throughout Sunday's draw, he made four clearances and a tackle and helped earn the clean sheet. It was a disappointing offensive showing from both sides, but Pongracic at least got involved in the backline. He will be hard-pressed for another clean sheet to close out the domestic campaign.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Clears disqualification Pongracic served a one-match suspension in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Sassuolo.

Impact Pongracic will be eligible to face Roma next Monday and likely start over Daniele Rugani, who was fine in a spot start in this one. He has registered at least one clearance in his last six displays, totaling 35 and posting five tackles (two won), three interceptions and two blocks over that span, with one clean sheet.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Sassuolo match Pongracic recorded 13 clearances and one block and was cautioned for the fifth time in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Lecce.

Impact Pongracic set a new season high in clearances, but his side conceded once, and he'll be unavailable versus Sassuolo on Sunday due to yellow-card accumulation. Daniele Rugani will likely take his place in the back.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three clearances versus Pisa Pongracic recorded four clearances and one block and drew one foul in Monday's 1-0 win versus Pisa.

Impact Pongracic had a workmanlike showing while helping his club secure its first clean sheet in a long while, as Pisa didn't muster much offense. He has logged three or more interceptions in four games in a row, racking up 21 and adding four interceptions and three blocks in that stretch.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Completes ban Pongracic cleared a one-game ban in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Pongracic will be back available for Sunday's home game against Verona and likely start over Pietro Comuzzo. He has recorded at least one clearance in all his 12 appearances, racking up 30 and contributing to two clean sheets.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Sassuolo tilt Pongracic had three tackles (one won), one interception, two blocks and one clearance and was booked for the fifth time in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Pongracic had a run-of-the-mill showing in the back as his side conceded twice and will have to miss Saturday's away game versus Sassuolo due to yellow-card accumulation. Pietro Comuzzo will likely take his place, while Eddy Kouadio will be the top defensive deputy.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Solid again versus Atalanta Pongracic recorded two tackles (two won), four clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Atalanta.

Impact Pongracic turned in another solid shift, like the rest of the Fiorentina defense. He has gotten the nod over Pietro Comuzzo in three of the last four games, posting eight tackles (seven won), four interceptions and 12 clearances, with two clean sheets.

MARCH 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively in win Pongracic made two tackles (both won), five clearances and one interception and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Friday's 1-0 win over Lecce.

Impact Pongracic started for the fifth time over the last seven games and did a nice work alongside Pablo Mari at the heart of the defense. With 34 clearances over his last six appearances, the center-back is doing his part to remain a starter even with Pietro Comuzzo and Luca Ranieri being a strong competition for a spot.

MARCH 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets own goal Pongracic registered an own goal, two tackles (one won), seven clearances and one interception in Monday's 2-1 loss versus Inter Milan.

Impact Pongracic netted an unfortunate own goal in the 28th minute, turning in Lautaro Martinez's header into his own net. Pongracic has accumulated 25 clearances, six tackles and two interceptions in the last four appearances.

FEBRUARY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unused sub midweek Pongracic (thigh) was called up but didn't play in Thursday's Conference League game versus Vitoria.

Impact Pongracic worked his way back after missing two games with his latest injury. He'll deputize Pietro Comuzzo and Lucas Martines Quarta from here on out.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined again Pongracic (thigh) hasn't been called up for Sunday's match versus Bologna.

Impact Pongracic will sit out his third straight game considering also a midweek Conference League fixture and has had big trouble staying early after opening the season as a regular.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Cagliari game Pongracic will sit out Sunday's clash with Cagliari due to a thigh contusion, Fiorentina informed.

Impact Pongracic continues having trouble staying healthy, although his latest issue doesn't appear too severe. He recently returned from a multi-week absence during which he relinquished his spot in the back to Piero Comuzzo.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option midweek Pongracic (thigh) made Fiorentina's squad list to face APOEL in the Conference League but didn't sub in.

Impact Pongracic has recovered from a thigh injury he suffered back in late September and has cost him seven Serie A matches. He'll rejoin the rotation and will try to supplant Piero Comuzzo, Luca Ranieri and Lucas Martinez Quarta, who have been at the top of the pecking order since he went down. He has posted one tackle, two interceptions and four clearances in two matches.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return soon Pongracic (thigh) "will need a few more weeks to return to full training," coach Raffaele Palladino relayed.

Impact Pongracic has been out for 20 days already and isn't close to coming back yet. Pietro Comuzzo, Lucas Martinez Quarta, and Luca Ranieri have occupied the middle of the defense in recent fixtures.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stays on the mend Pongracic (thigh) won't be an option for Sunday's clash with Milan, Fiorentina relayed.

Impact Pongracic will sit out the third consecutive domestic game in a row due to a thigh injury. Pietro Comuzzo and Luca Ranieri have enjoyed an uptick in minutes while he's out of commission.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Pongracic hasn't been selected for Sunday's clash with Lazio due to a right flexor problem, Fiorentina announced.

Impact Pongracic could be sidelined for further matches depending on the severity of the problem, which will be better evaluated in the coming days. Luca Ranieri and Pietro Comuzzo will soak up his minutes.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes ban Pongracic served his one-game suspension in Sunday's 0-0 tilt against Venezia.

Impact Pongracic will return Sunday versus Monza after missing one game since he was sent off in the opener. He'll replace either Pietro Comuzzo or Fabiano Parisi, with Cristiano Biraghi playing more offensively in the second case. He has logged four clearances, two interceptions and one tackle in his lone appearance.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red Pongracic was handed a red card in the 83rd minute of Saturday's match against Parma.

Impact Pongracic almost made it out of full-time safe Saturday, but after seeing a second yellow in the 83rd minute, he was given his marching orders. This will leave him suspended for the club's next match, being available again to face Monza on Sept. 1. His likely replacement until he returns will be Luca Ranieri, who only missed out against Parma due to suspension.

AUGUST 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to Fiorentina Pongracic has officially joined Fiorentina on a permanent transfer from Lecce.

Impact Pongracic comes in a day after Nikola Milenkovic's departure and following a bounce-back season at Lecce after dealing with a major injury in 2022. He recorded 43 tackels, 51 interceptions and 128 clerances in the past campaign, contributing to seven clean sheets.

JULY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs six clearances in Italy match Pongracic had six clearances and two blocks and committed four fouls, getting booked, in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Italy.

Impact Pongracic got the nod for the second time in the Euro and did his part, although his side gave up a costly goal in the final minutes of the match. He has registered two tackles, eight clerances and three blocks, with no clean sheets.

JUNE 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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