Roma has 2 coaches in charge with Ranieri advising Gasperini
Claudio Ranieri turned down Italy to stay at RomaJUNE 17 • Associated Press
MATEO RETEGUI
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2.1 SPG
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Moise Kean adds to Italy's woes as he withdraws from World Cup qualifiers with injury
Italy has been hit by a new injury blow after forward Moise Kean withdrew from the squad for World Cup qualifiers against Norway and MoldovaJUNE 5 • Associated Press
Provides assist in early dominance Retegui provided one assist to go with three shots (three on target) and three chances created in Sunday's 3-2 defeat against Parma in the final game of the season.
Impact Retegui assisted Daniel Maldini's second goal in the 33rd minute, highlighting his playmaking ability. His contributions were key in Atalanta's early dominance in the season finale and throughout the entire campaign, during which he made 46 appearances across all competitions, scored 28 goals, and provided eight assists, setting new career highs in goals, assists, shots with 104 attempts, and 38 chances created in Serie A. He ends the season as the top Serie A goalscorer and there is no doubt he will be a key figure for Atalanta next season, both in the league and the Champions League.
MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE
Scores in Genoa game Retegui scored one goal to go with five shots (two on target) and one interception in Saturday's 3-2 win versus Genoa.
Impact Retegui paced his team in attempts and decided the game late with a surgical sliding finish on a cross for his 25th Serie A goal of the season. He has a commanding lead in the top scorers' chart. He has bagged three in the last six matches, adding three assists, eight key passes and three crosses. He has taken at least one shot in 22 straight matches, amassing 60 (19 on target).
MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE
Retegui completes comeback to make Atalanta history
Mateo Retegui has made history against the Serie A team he used to play forMAY 17 • Associated Press
Assists twice versus Monza Retegui had two assists to go with four shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 4-0 win against Monza.
Impact Retegui didn't hit the net as he has routinely done throughout the season but teed up two teammates, Charles De Ketelaere and Ademola Lookman, with a through ball and a flick-on, respectively. He has dished out seven helpers in the campaign. He has taken three or more shots in four of the last five tilts, racking up 18 (three on target), scoring twice and posting three assists, four crosses (one accurate) and eight key passes.
MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Roma and Lazio catch up with Juventus in fight for 4th place in Serie A
With three rounds to go, the race for the fourth Champions League qualifying spot from Serie A has become even tighterMAY 4 • Associated Press
Buries PK against Lecce Retegui (thigh) scored one goal to go with six shots (one on target) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Lecce.
Impact Retegui managed to start and play almost the entire game despite a muscular ailment, leading his team in attempts and leveling the match from the spot with his 24th Serie A goal of the season, the second in the last three matches. He could have had a bigger day given his volume and the fact that he hit the post with a header later on. He has notched at least three shots and one key pass in three of the last four matches, totaling 14 (three on target) and five respectively, adding three crosses (one accurate) and two tackles (both won).
APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE
Makes squad for Lecce match Retegui (thigh) has been selected for Sunday's clash versus Lecce, Atalanta announced.
Impact Retegui has avoided significant problems after bowing out in training on the eve of the game and will be at his coach's disposal. Charles De Ketelaere, Daniel Maldini or Marco Brescinini would get the nod if the coach erred on the side of caution.
APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Lecce bout Retegui is set for tests on his right after experiencing some discomfort in training, Sky Italy reported.
Impact Retegui will be assessed early on game day and could still be available if the exams come back completely clean but would likely be managed given the recency of the issue. Mario Pasalic, Charles De Keteleare and Daniel Maldini would absorb his minutes if necessary.
APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE
Takes four shots in away win Retegui had four shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory over AC Milan.
Impact Retegui attempted four shots, having scored and assisted in the previous game against Bologna. In this game, he also created one chance. In his last nine matches, he has taken three or more shots on five occasions.
APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE
Scores, assists vs Bologna Retegui scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and three chances created in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Bologna. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 60th minute.
Impact Retegui scored the opener in the third minute with his 26th goal in the season. He also logged his fifth assist later to seal the deal. The forward is Serie A's top scorer with 23 goals in 30 appearances (26 starts).
APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE
Rome derby ends 1-1. Atalanta revives Champions League hopes
A 1-1 result in the always-tense Rome derby allowed Roma to extend its unbeaten run to 16 matches and Lazio to stay one spot in front of its city rival in the standingsAPRIL 13 • Associated Press
A 37-year-old cancer survivor keeps shutting down Europe's top strikers
Harry KaneAPRIL 10 • Associated Press
Lands shot in defeat Retegui recorded three shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Lazio.
Impact Retegui registered a shot on target for the first time in three league games but this was also the first time in that span where he did not account for a chance created. Additionally, this marked the third consecutive league game in which he completed fewer than 10 passes.
APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE
Atalanta at risk of falling out of top 4 after loss to Lazio
Atalanta’s title chances have already effectively slipped away and now it could be at risk of dropping out of the top four of Serie AAPRIL 6 • Associated Press
Quiet versus Fiorentina Retegui (thigh) drew one foul and had one shot (zero on goal), three clearances and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Fiorentina.
Impact Retegui moved around just fine despite being a late call but wasn't as impactful as usual and was replaced after 55 minutes. He'll likely be in better shape and play more in the next match. He has found the target twice, assisted once and tallied 10 shots (two on target), five key passes and four tackles (three won) in the last five rounds.
MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE
Leading the line Sunday Retegui (thigh) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Fiorentina.
Impact Retegui starts as expected following a thigh injury suffered on international duty with Italy. The league leader in goals with 22, Retegui is the main threat for Atalanta any time he's on the pitch and is in the midst of his best season as a professional.
MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE
Called up for Fiorentina clash Retegui (thigh) will be available Sunday versus Fiorentina, Atalanta announced.
Impact Retegui will manage to avoid missing time after picking up a small injury with Italy but had only one regular training session in the lead-up to the game, so the staff might be cautious and bring him off the bench. Daniel Maldini, Lazar Samardzic or Marco Brescianini would replace him up front in that event.
MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Fiorentina tilt Retegui has been diagnosed with a grade one adductor strain in his right thigh, Atalanta relayed.
Impact Retegui has 10 days to recover for the next round and is more likely to be out than available at this stage, but his absence won't be long as the problem is minor.
MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE
Serie A leading scorer Retegui to miss Italy's Nations League quarterfinal matches against Germany
Serie A’s leading scorer Mateo Retegui will miss both of Italy’s upcoming Nations League quarterfinal matches against Germany due to a right thigh injuryMARCH 19 • Associated Press
Leaves Italy setup Retegui won't be available for the Nations League games versus Germany due to a right thigh problem, Mediaset reported.
Impact Retegui is heading back to Bergamo and will undergo further tests to determine whether he can recover for March 30's game against Fiorentina. Otherwise, Charles De Ketelaere will likely be back in the XI.
MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE
Ineffective versus Inter Retegui registered three shots (zero on goal), one tackle (one won) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Inter Milan.
Impact Retegui had only a few weak and imprecise attempts in this one as Francesco Acerbi blanketed him. He has scored twice, provided an assist and tallied 12 shots (three on target), five chances created and one cross (zero accurate) in the last five fixtures.
MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE
Drills PK in Juventus match Retegui scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) and one clearance in Sunday's 4-0 victory against Juventus.
Impact Retegui wasn't as superb as other strikers but opened the scoring by making no mistake from the spot in the first half. He continues to lead Serie A in scoring with a wide margin. He has bagged two goals, assisted once, and tallied 10 shots (three on target) and four chances created in the last five games.
MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE
