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Leads defensive effort Olivera generated two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Lazio.

Impact Olivera led the Napoli defensive effort Sunday with four tackles (two won), three interceptions and three clearances in their 1-0 defeat versus Lazio. Olivera has started in seven successive Serie A matches. Over that span, he's made 23 tackles (15 won), 13 interceptions and 17 clearances while contributing to three clean sheets efforts. Offensively, Olivera has assisted once over his 15 Serie A appearances (12 starts) this season.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles versus Inter Olivera had four tackles (three won), one block, one clearance and three interceptions in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Inter Milan.

Impact Olivera never pushed forward but had a standout performance in the back. He's been the clear top choice over Leonardo Spinazzola for three months at this point. He has assisted once and notched 18 tackles (11 won), eight interceptions and eight clearances in the last five matches, with one clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Busy against Atalanta Olivera had two crosses (one accurate), two interceptions, two blocks and two chances created in Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Atalanta.

Impact Olivera was one of the few bright spots in a rough match for Napoli, as he held his own defensively and ventured forward a few times, co-leading his team in key passes. He has assisted once and added seven chances created, three crosses (one accurate), 15 tackles (10 won) and 10 clearances in the last six rounds.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Busy against Atalanta Olivera had two crosses (one accurate), two interceptions, two blocks and two chances created in Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Atalanta.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Logs helper in Milan game Olivera assisted once to go with three chances created, seven tackles (five won) and four clearances in Tuesday's 2-0 victory versus AC Milan.

Impact Olivera was credited with a generous assist as Khvicha Kvaratskhelia found the target a few beats after being fed on the flank. Nonetheless, he was a quality contributor on offense and was very solid in the back, putting together a well-rounded stat line. He has started over Leonardo Spinazzola in most recent fixtures, notching 11 tackles (eight won), eight clearances and five chances created in the last five.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles against Lecce Olivera recorded one shot (zero on goal), two tackles (both won), one interception and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 win against Lecce.

Impact Olvera started and played the whole game as Leonardo Spinazzola (thigh) was a late scratch and had an ordinary showing on both ends. He has totaled two key passes, one inaccurate cross, seven tackels (five won) and five clearances in the last five fixtures, contributing to two clean sheets.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Plays half an hour against Empoli Olivera (thigh) drew one foul and recorded one cross (zero accurate) and one tackle (zero won) in 31 minutes in Sunday's 1-0 win over Empoli.

Impact Olivera was a little limited by an ailment and the long traveling but came off the bench well and helped seal the game. He'll likely reprise starting over Leonardo Spinazzola in the next match. He has logged five tackles (three won), four clearances and one key pass in the last four matches.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option for Empoli game Olivera (thigh) is available for Sunday's clash with Empoli.

Impact Olivera drops to the bench, with Leonardo Spinazzola starting, but he'll avoid missing time after picking up a minor physical problem while on international duties.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Not dealing with serious injuries Olivera (thigh) "is a little fatigued after the last game and the flights, and we have alternatives," coach Antonio Conte stated.

Impact Olivera appears to have avoided strains and other substantial muscular problems and should be available against Empoli unless the team is very cautious. On the other hand, he's likely to drop to the bench given the situation, with Leonardo Spinazzola getting the nod.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off in Uruguay tilt Olivera asked to come out late against Ecuador due to a possible muscular injury, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Olivera signaled some discomfort in the final minutes and will have to be assessed upon his return to Italy. Leonardo Spinazzola would return to the XI if he had to miss time.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 2 • FOX SPORTS

Well-rounded in Lecce tilt Olivera won one of three tackles and had two shots (zero on goal), three interceptions and one chance created in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Lecce.

Impact Olivera made his presence felt on both ends as usual and put together a sound stat line. His season was a little ruined by a major knee injury but he was fine when in good form. He has logged one goal, one assist, 34 crosses (10 accurate) and 63 tackles in 29 matches.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Solid defensively against Fiorentina Olivera created one scoring chance and had three tackles (one won), two clearances and two interceptions in Friday's 2-2 draw versus Fiorentina.

Impact Olivera didn't attack much but was dependable in the back and racked up stats, although his side gave up two goals. He has benefitted from Mario Rui's knee injury and started in four consecutive tilts, logging four crosses (zero accurate), 14 tackles (nine won) and five interceptions, scoring once.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

First goal of season Olivera scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing twice inaccurately, making two interceptions and three tackles (winning all three) during Sunday's 2-2 draw with Roma.

Impact Olivera found the back of the net in the 64th minute scoring Napoli's first goal of the match. The goal was the first of the season for the fullback and his first goal involvement since November.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Roma Olivera (thigh) is in the starting lineup to face Roma on Sunday.

Impact Olivera left a thigh strain behind and will move back to the starting lineup while handling the left side of the defense. His presence in the XI moves Mario Rui to a bench role. Olivera has started in 13 of his 18 Serie A appearances this term.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Roma game Olivera (thigh) has been named in Napoli's squad list to face Roma on Sunday.

Impact Olivera is fit after missing three weeks due to a thigh lesion and will resume competing with Mario Rui, likely beginning on the bench in his first match back. He has logged six key passes, three crosses (one accurate) and two tackles (zero won) in his last five appearances (three starts).

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with strain Olivera picked up a low-grade adductor longus strain versus Monza, Napoli announced.

Impact Olivera will have to miss two or three games depending on how the rehab goes. Mario Rio will see the lion's share of minutes at the position, while Pasquale Mazzocchi will become the top deputy.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in Monza tilt Olivera had two inaccurate crosses, one clearance, one key pass and one off-target shot in 80 minutes before leaving Sunday's 4-2 win over Monza due to a thigh injury, Sky Italy re...

Impact Olivera didn't have a noteworthy performance and bowed out after getting some treatment on his upper thigh. Mario Rui would take over the position if he was sidelined.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances against Inter Olivera had one tackle (zero won), two key passes, two blocks and one clearance in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Inter Milan.

Impact Olivera returned to the XI after two matches and did his part on both ends. He and Mario Rui have alternated at the position since a coaching change. It remains to be seen who will play the lion's share of minutes following the Champions League elimination. He's more defensive-minded than his teammate. He has notched five key passes, two tackels (zero won), and three clearances in the last four games.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable in Cagliari tilt Olivera recorded three crosses (one accurate), one block, two interceptions and two tackles (two won) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Cagliari.

Impact Olivera was a solid contributor on both ends and put together a well-rounded stat line. He started twice in a row and appears to be back to being the top option at left-back a few weeks after coming back from a knee injury, but Mario Rui will remain in the mix given the multiple matches in rapid succession. He has posted eight crosses (four accurate), eight tackles (five won) and six interceptions in the last four fixtures.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Comes in late against Milan Olivera (knee) won one of one tackle and one duel and had one clearance in 14 minutes in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Milan.

Impact Olivera resumed seeing minutes right away after an injury, which might bode well for his status going forward. He rotated with Mario Rui before the knee sprain, but newcomer Pasquale Mazzocchi can also play in his role.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Option for team Olivera (knee)i is on the bench for Sunday's match versus AC Milan.

Impact Olivera could see a return to the pitch after missing the last two and a half months with a knee injury. The defender will look to return to full form after having started nine of the 11 matches played in Serie A prior to his injury.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Selected for Milan game Olivera (knee) has been inserted in the call-ups to face Milan away Saturday.

Impact Olivera is ready to return after missing two months and a half because of a significant knee sprain. He'll likely be eased into action and will compete with Mario Rui, who's suspended for this one, and Pasquale Mazzocchi from here on out. He has posted five crosses (zero accurate), 14 tackles (seven won), and four clearances in his last five appearances, with one assist and one clean sheet.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with serious knee injury Olivera suffered a second-grade MCl sprain in his left knee, Napoli announced.

Impact Olivera won't need surgery but will be out for six-to-eight weeks, Sky Italy informs. Juan Jesus, Giovanni Di Lorenzo, and Alessandro Zanoli will play on the left until Mario Rui (thigh) returns.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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