MARKO PJACA NEWS

DNP in last two matches Pjaca didn't come off the bench in the final two games of the season against Lazio and Verona.

Impact Pjaca was mostly healthy throughout the game, other than a problem in the early going, but he never gained any pace nor the trust of the coach. He has tallied 15 shots (two on target), 11 chances created, 25 crosses (11 accurate), and 17 corners in 17 appearances (five starts), failing to score or assist. He'll head back to Juventus following another underwhelming loan spell.

JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots against Juventus Pjaca created three scoring chances and had three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and two corners in Friday's 0-4 defeat versus Juventus.

Impact Pjaca was one of the Empoli players that put up decent numbers on offense and paced his side in both chances and shots, although he missed the mark in all his attempts. He has to compete for minutes with Nedim Bajrami and Tommaso Baldanzi. He has notched eight shots (zero on target), four chances created, and six crosses (three accurate) in the last five matches. He has yet to score or assist in the season.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Flees Torino Pjaca will return to Juventus as Torino did not buy him out, Goal informs.

Impact Pjaca was a rotational piece last season and finished with three goals in 24 appearances (13 goals) but also routinely dealth with injuries. He will likely transfer again this summer.

JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers three crosses versus Roma Pjaca took one off-target shot, sent in three crosses (one accurate) and drew two fouls in 45 minutes in last Friday's 0-3 loss against Roma.

Impact Pjaca subbed in at halftime but did not have a particularly remarkable showing. He registered three goals, 21 shots (11 on target), 15 chances and 17 crosses (eight accurate) in 24 appearances while on loan from Juventus.

JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus Napoli Pjaca (knee) did not feature in Saturday's 0-1 loss to Napoli.

Impact Pjaca was called up after missing time with a knee sprain, but the coach made different choices. He will try to challenge Josip Brekalo in the final two games. He has notched four shots (two on target), two chances, five crosses (three accurate) and one interception in the last four appearances. Torino will face Verona away Saturday.

MAY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Napoli Pjaca (knee) has been called up for Saturday's match versus Napoli, Torino announced.

Impact Pjaca has shaken off a knee sprain in a hurry. He has split time with Josip Brekalo in recent fixtures. He has logged four shots (two on target), two chances and five crosses (three accurate) in the last four appearances.

MAY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers knee injury Pjaca sprained his left knee in the Atalanta game, but he might be able to return before the end of the season, coach Ivan Juric informed.

Impact Pjaca will miss Sunday's game versus Empoli and likely more, but he avoided ligament and meniscus damage and might be back for one of the final matches. Josip Brekalo and Demba Seck will have less competition with Pjaca on the mend.

APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Added to match-day squad list Pjaca is available off the bench for Friday's game against Juventus, Serie A informs.

Impact Pjaca was initially excluded from the call-ups, but the coach evidently changed his mind. He could make an appearance in the second half. He has tallied four shots and four chances in the last five games.

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Juventus game Pjaca was not included in Torino's squad list to face Juventus Friday due to a technical decision, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Pjaca probably did not look great in practice and the coach decided to leave him home even though they are short-handed at the position given Dennis Praet's injury. Either Tommaso Pobega or Karol Linetty will fill in next to Josip Brekalo behind the striker in this one.

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Empoli Pjaca scored one goal on two shots (one on target), won one tackle, made one block and drew one foul in Thursday's 2-2 draw versus Empoli.

Impact Pjaca had a great offensive outing as he found the back of the net in the first half before being subbed off in the 35th minute after his teammate received a red card. The midfielder's playing time has been a concern this season as this was his first start since Sept. 12. He will push to be confirmed in the starting XI Monday versus Cagliari after a positive offensive performance.

DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes sub appearances versus Spezia Pjaca (calf) took two off-target shots, had one interception and drew one foul in 33 minutes in Saturday's 0-1 loss to Spezia.

Impact Pjaca saw a decent chunk of minutes off the bench after sitting out six games with a calf strain, but he could not turn the tables in this one. He has thrived as a super-sub in the early going, tallying two goals, eight shots, three chances created and four crosses in six appearances (two starts). Torino will host Udinese after the break.

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return versus Spezia Pjaca (calf) has returned to full practice during the week and should be able to play a few minutes against Spezia Saturday, coach Ivan Juric announced.

Impact Pjaca is set to be available after missing six games due to a calf strain. However, even though Torino are currently thin at the position, he is unlikely to see major minutes. Still, he bagged two goals in short cameos off the bench before getting hurt. He has added six shots, three chances created and four crosses in five games (two starts) so far.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss next three games Pjaca (calf) is still ways away from returning and will not return next week either, coach Ivan Juric announced.

Impact Pjaca is dealing with a tricky calf problem that needs more time to recover. Josip Brekalo has been the top option in the role with Pjaca on the mend, while Karol Linetty, Sasa Lukic and Tommaso Pobega have alternated next to him.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable versus Napoli Pjaca needs more time to recuperate from his calf injury, coach Ivan Juric announced.

Impact Pjaca took some tests earlier in the week, which revealed that his strain has not fully healed yet. He is in doubt also for the following match. Torino will lean on Josip Brekalo, Karol Linetty and Sasa Lukic in his position.

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers calf injury Pjaca has been diagnosed with a right calf pull after taking some tests following the goal versus Lazio, Torino announced.

Impact Pjaca is in danger of missing both games before the next break as the type of injury is pretty tricky. He was coming off two goals in a row. Josip Brekalo, Karol Linetty and Sasa Lukic will play in this position while he recovers, and also Simone Verdi will enter the rotation after an injury. Brekalo figures to have the highest fantasy upside.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as substitute Pjaca scored a goal while taking two shots (both on goal) during Thursday's 1-1 draw with Lazio.

Impact Pjaca entered the match in the 74th minute and scored within two minutes of being on the pitch. The goal was the second of the season for the forward as he made the most of his limited time on the pitch.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Thursday Pjaca (fatigue) is on the bench for Thursday's match against Lazio.

Impact Pjaca was a doubt coming in and unsurprisingly is on the bench Thursday after playing 13 minutes last weekend. He'll likely make an appearance and if he can get back his fitness in the coming days, he should have a chance for the XI Monday at Venezia.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with minor issue Pjaca is a little fatigued but he has been able to practice somewhat regularly Wednesday, coach Ivan Juric announced.

Impact Pjaca will continue to be assessed in the lead-up to the game and the ailment might prevent him from starting in this one. Josip Brekalo and Karol Linetty are currently the frontrunners to play as attacking midfielders since Dennis Praet got hurt.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Sassuolo Pjaca took one shot on target, committed one foul and scored a goal in 13 minutes in Friday's 1-0 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Pjaca decided the game off the bench with a deadly accurate daisy-cutter from the right-hand portion of the box after combining with Rolando Mandragora. It is his first goal of the season. He has posted four shots, three chances created and four crosses in four appearances. He figures to alternate with Josip Brekalo during the course of the season. Torino will host Lazio Thursday.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pjaca's goal lifts Torino to 1-0 win at Sassuolo in Serie A

Marko Pjaca scored a late goal and Torino won 1-0 at Sassuolo in Serie A

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • Associated Press

Makes sub appearances against Fiorentina Pjaca (knee) won one tackle and drew one foul in 22 minutes in Sunday's 1-2 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Pjaca was hindered by knee soreness and did not start in this one despite a solid performance in the opener. He was ineffective when called upon. He will look to fully shake off the problem during the break. Torino will face Salernitana at home in two weeks.

AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee problem Pjaca has been limited in practice in the last couple of days by knee soreness, Corriere dello Sport reports.

Impact Pjaca is likely to be available for Saturday's match against Fiorentina, but he might come off the bench, differently from the opener. Antonio Sanabria and Simone Verdi would be the top candidates to take his place.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Torino Pjaca has transferred to Torino on a season-long loan with option to buy from Juventus, the club announced.

Impact Pjaca is on the move again after spending the last three seasons in three different teams, Genoa, Fiorentina and Schalke 04. He was mostly healthy in the most recent one, where he has tallied three goals, two assists, 29 shots and 14 chances created in 35 appearances (15 starts). He should continue to have a rotational role at Torino.

JULY 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to Juventus Pjaca has returned at Juventus after the loan spell at Genoa.

Impact Pjaca has managed to stay healthy for the first time in few years, but he was not particularly effective, logging three goals and two assists in 35 appearances (15 starts). He will likely be on the move again unless returning coach Massimiliano Allegri decides to give him a shot.

JULY 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fiorentina salvages draw with Genoa on last kick of the game

Nikola Milenkovic has scored with the last kick of the game for Fiorentina to salvage a 1-1 draw with Genoa in a battle between two relegation-threatened Serie A teams

DECEMBER 7, 2020 • Associated Press