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Wins two tackles versus Juventus Olivera drew one foul and had three tackles (two won), one clearance and two interceptions in Sunday's 2-1 win over Juventus.

Impact Olivera got the nod for the third consecutive time with Miguel Gutierrez (ankle) on the mend and Leonardo Spinazzoal not fully healthy and has been a stabilizing presence on the left flank. He has notched three or more tackles in every match during the ongoing stretch, accumulating 11 (seven won) and adding three interceptions, one shot on target and one cross (one accurate), helping keep two clean sheets.

DECEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in late versus Sporting CP Olivera (thigh) won two of three tackles, had one clearance and committed two fouls in nine minutes in Wednesday's 2-1 victory over Sporting CP.

Impact Olivera relieved Miguel Gutierrez in the final minutes after sitting out one game, helping the defense. He has played second fiddle to Leonardo Spinazzola so far. He has started just once and has posted six tackles (five won), five interceptions and four clearances, with no clean sheets and without contributing on the other end.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Olivera (undisclosed) is on the bench for Wednesday's clash with Sporting.

Impact Olivera is back on the bench, as expected after being added to the preliminary squad. He's been largely a bench option early in the season, and now that he's back he should remain on the bench. There's a chance for him to take on minutes as Napoli cope with matches in three competitions, especially once he's fully fit after the international break.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Should be back against Villarreal Olivera (undisclosed) returned to full training ahead of Wednesday's meeting with Villarreal, Il Mattino informed.

Impact Olivera has strong chances of making the squad after being sidelined over the weekend and will be an option at left-back along with Miguel Gutierrez, who played his first game in months against Milan, while Leonardo Spinazzola should be deployed on the right. He has posted three tackles (two won), five interceptions and three clearances in three showings (one start) so far, with no clean sheets or goal contributions.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Milan meeting Olivera hasn't been selected for Sunday's fixture versus Milan due to a minor muscular injury, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Olivera picked up an ailment in training and will be assessed ahead of the midweek continental bout versus Sporting CP. Leonardo Spinazzola (thigh) is absent as well, so Miguel Gutierrez is the only healthy left-back. Pasquale Mazzocchi (thigh) will be a late call.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin De Bruyne's Man City return lasts only 26 minutes due to Napoli red card

Kevin De Bruyne’s Manchester City return was cut short when the Napoli midfielder was substituted after only 26 minutes following a red card for teammate Giovanni Di Lorenzo

SEPTEMBER 18 • Associated Press

Provides assist versus Empoli Olivera assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), three clearances and two chances created in Monday's 3-0 win against Empoli.

Impact Olivera was active on both ends and slipped the ball to Romelu Lukaku ahead of the second goal for his side. It's his second assist of the season. He has recaptured a regular role following an injury, starting in the past three matches. He has logged nine tackles (four won), three interceptions and 15 clearances in the last five matches, contributing to one clean sheet.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Solid outing against Bologna Olivera had four tackles (two won), six clearances and one interception in Monday's 1-1 draw against Bologna. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 79th minute.

Impact Olivera played the full match at left-back and started his second consecutive game for the first time since late December, contributing defensively with key interventions. He received a yellow card in the 79th minute for a tactical foul, reflecting his commitment to halting Bologna's advances. He added four tackles and six clearances to his totals of 56 tackles and 48 clearances in 25 appearances this season. Despite the booking, his defensive stability helped Napoli maintain their shape throughout the game and secure a point against Bologna.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Como match Olivera (calf) didn't come off the bench in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Como.

Impact Olivera was fit enough to be an option after being sidelined for a month, but Leonardo Spinazzola was in better shape and played the whole fixture. He'll have more chances of featuring versus Inter with a few more practices under his legs.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Como Olivera (calf) "has been training regularly for two days, and we'll have to take a risk with him and Leonardo Spinazzola (thigh) because there are no alternatives," coach Antonio C...

Impact Olivera will be back after sitting out four matches and will compete for the starting job with the teammate, who's also returning from injury. He has recorded seven shots (one on target), two key passes, 12 tackles (nine won) and nine clearances in his last five appearances (all starts).

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers calf injury Olivera has been diagnosed with a muscular distraction in his left soleus after getting hurt in training, Napoli announced.

Impact Olivera will miss three or four matches to recover. Leonardo Spinazzola and Pasquale Mazzocchi will take over the position for the time being. Juan Jesus will also be a defensive-minded option once Alessandro Buongiorno (back) returns.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three clearances against Atalanta Olivera (calf) won one of one tackle and had one interception, three clearances and one block in Saturday's 3-2 win over Atalanta.

Impact Olivera didn't face limitations in his return from a calf injury but only contributed defensively due to the caliber of the opponents. He has notched seven shots (one on target), two chances created, six crosses (zero accurate) and 12 tackles (nine won) in his last five outings.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Starting to face Atalanta Olivera (calf) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Atalanta.

Impact Olivera is with the club as expected Saturday, with the defender being deemed fit ahead of the match. He should continue in the starting XI now that he is fit, with the defender starting in all but four of the club's matches this campaign.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Atalanta tilt Olivera (calf) is set to return versus Atalanta on Saturday, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Olivera had a clean week of training and will miss just one match due to a calf issue. He'll be neck and neck with Leonardo Spinazzola to start at left-back. He has logged six shots (one on target), 15 tackles (nine won), nine interceptions and nine clearances in his last five displays.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable for Verona tilt Olivera (calf) "won't be an option Sunday," coach Antonio Conte stated.

Impact Olivera "has a calf issue that we thought we'd be able to resolve, but we need to be more cautious," the gaffer added. While he avoided serious injuries, he might skip further fixtures. Leonardo Spinazzola will likely play as a left-back with Matteo Politano (thigh) returning.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off late against Fiorentina Olivera had two crosses (zero accurate), three clearances and one block in 89 minutes in Saturday's 3-0 win over Fiorentina and was carried off the pitch due to a thigh issue, Gian...

Impact Olivera had a solid two-way display but got hurt while trying to glide past an opponent and stayed down for a few minutes before being helped off the pitch by the medical staff. He's headed for some exams. Leonardo Spinazzola and Pasquale Mazzocchi are the alternative options in his hole.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

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.

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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