Matteo Cancellieri - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Pretty dangerous in Rome derby Cancellieri generated three shots (two on goal), three tackles (two won) and one cross (zero accurate) and drew two fouls in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Roma.

Impact Cancellieri was the liveliest Lazio player and paced his team in attempts, but Mile Svilar parried away his two efforts on goal. He has regained the upper hand over Gustav Tang Isaksen, starting in the last five matches he was available for, scoring and assisting once and adding eight shots (six on target), three chances created and one cross (zero accurate) during that stretch.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off the bench in Coppa Italia Cancellieri (glute) played about half an hour in Wednesday's cup final versus Inter.

Impact Cancellieri didn't need to miss time after leaving early in the previous matches and divvied up minutes with Gustav Tang Isaksen, as he's done routinely when both were early. He has scored and assisted once in his last five outings (four starts), adding five shots (four on target), four chances craeted and six interceptions. He halted a three-game streak with at least one attempt in the last round.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Bows out in Inter fixture Cancellieri had one clearance in 45 minutes in Saturday's 3-0 defeat to Inter Milan before departing due to glute tightness, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Cancellieri got the call over Gustav Tang Isaksen, but didn't get anything going in the first half and stayed in the locker room due to a minor physical problem. He'll need to be assessed ahead of next Sunday's clash with Lazio.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Will return versus Inter Cancellieri completed a one-game ban in Monday's 2-1 win over Cremoense.

Impact Cancellieri will be back Saturday and will resume dueling with Gustav Tang Isaksen, who hit the net in this one. He has tallied at least one shot in his last three appearances (all starts), accumulating five attempts (four on target), scoring and assisting once and notching three key passes and four tackles (three won) during that stretch. Furthermore, he has recorded one or more clearances in five displays in a row, totaling 10.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Cremonese match Cancellieri won two of two tackles, drew three fouls, created one scoring chance and was cautioned for the fifth time in Monday's 3-3 draw with Cremonese.

Impact Cancellieri had a pedestrian outing and won't be available for the next round due to yellow-card accumulation. Gustav Tang Isaksen will likely replace him on the right wing.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists against Napoli Cancellieri scored one goal and assisted once from two shots (two on target), five intercetpions and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 win against Napoli.

Impact Cancellieri punched it in from close range to open the deadlock, while he set up Toma Basic with a botched finish from a similar position. He also tracked back a lot, posting new season highs in interceptions and clearances. He's up to four goals and two assists in the season. He has started over Gustav Tang Isaksen in back-to-back games after a series of cameos. He has tallied seven shots (six on target), four chances created and four crosses (two accurate) in the last six fixtures.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli booed after losing to Lazio, putting Inter possibly one win from the Serie A crown

Napoli has lost 2-0 at home to Lazio, allowing Inter Milan to move closer to the Serie A title

APRIL 18 • Associated Press

Dishes out assist versus Sassuolo Cancellieri assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in 11 minutes in Monday's 2-1 victory over Sassuolo.

Impact Cancellieri provided a spark off the bench late in the game and found Adam Marusic with a soft cross to set up the game-winner. It's his first assist in the campaign. He has alternated with Gustav Tang Isaksen in the role but has started just once in the last six rounds, posting three chances created, five crosses (two accurate) and five tackles (four won). This marked his third consecutive match with exactly one shot.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in win Cancellieri generated four shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Verona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...

Impact Cancellieri tried everything against Verona on Sunday, attempting a season-high four shots without success while adding one key pass. The forward has yet to score or provide an assist since returning from a thigh injury, despite totaling 16 shots and five chances created across his last seven Serie A appearances.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Juventus beats Roma 2-1 to move within a point of top four in Serie A

Juventus has closed in on the top four in Serie A after beating Roma 2-1 on Saturday

DECEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Called up for Coppa Italia clash Cancellieri (thigh) made the game-day squad list for Thursday's cup game against Milan.

Impact Cancellieri didn't get minutes but was available for the first time since sustaining a serious thigh injury in late October and missing the last six matches. He had started consistently before going down, although Gustav Tang Isaksen wasn't available at the time. The two will likely split duties on the right wing going forward. He scored thrice and added 11 shots (five on target), four key passes and 11 tackles in six appearances.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not close to coming back Cancellieri is expected to miss another month due to his thigh strain, Mediaset reported.

Impact Cancellieri is dealing with a more serious injury than anticipated and will sit out three or four more matches. Gustav Tang Isaksen has soaked up most of his minutes and has been serviceable, while Pedro has maintained his backup role.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers strain Cancellieri has been diagnosed with a left flexor lesion after the Atalanta match, Il Messaggero reported.

Impact Cancellieri is tentatively expected to miss two to three weeks, thus skipping the upcoming cycle of matches, and return after the next international break. Gustav Tang Isaksen and Pedro will man the right wing in relief.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Off early against Atalanta Cancellieri bowed out after 22 minutes in Sunday's game versus Atalanta due to an apparent thigh injury, Il Messaggero reported.

Impact Cancellieri didn't record stats before being forced to leave the game after feeling something during a sprint. He'll undergo the tests before next Sunday's home game versus Juventus. Gustav Tang Isaksen was picked over Pedro to replace him on the wing in this one.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace in draw Cancellieri scored two goals off three shots (two on target) and drew three fouls during Saturday's 3-3 draw against Torino.

Impact Cancellieri had an amazing first half, scoring twice to put his side ahead, but couldn't keep it up during the second frame as he didn't even get close to threaten the opposing goalkeeper again. Anyway, that's now three goals over the last two starts for the winger, a great way of bouncing back after being scoreless over the first four matches of the campaign, which included one as an unused substitute.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Milan shares Serie A lead after beating Cremonese

Lautaro Martinez has moved into the top five on Inter Milan’s all-time scoring list

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Nets opening goal Cancellieri scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 3-0 win against Genoa.

Impact Cancellieri started Monday after he was unused in their last outing, with the attacker registering a full 90 minutes of play. He would also bag a goal, opening the scoring in the fourth minute of the match. This was his first goal of the season in four appearances.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Parma wins at last for new coach Cuesta as Lazio put three past struggling Genoa

Parma has its first win in Serie A

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Subbed off on Sunday Cancellieri had two interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 loss against Sassuolo.

Impact Cancellieri made 19 passes and won two duels before being replaced by Pedro in the 60th minute. Cancellieri has started all three games and is yet to register a goal involvement.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not bought out by Parma Cancellieri wasn't signed by Parma permanently following his loan spell from Lazio, Mediaset reported.

Impact Cancellieri was a strong contributor in the first half of the season but was plagued by a thigh injury in the last couple of months. He'll likely transfer again in the summer. He scored thrice in 27 appearances (19 starts), adding 22 shots (seven on target) and 21 crosses (five accurate).

JUNE 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Comes in late versus Atalanta Cancellieri (thigh) had one foul in two minutes in Sunday's 3-2 win over Atalanta.

Impact Cancellieri returned from an extended absence but played too little to make an impact. He has been fairly good when available, scoring twice and adding 22 shots (seven accurate), 11 chances created, 21 crosses (five accurate) and 26 tackles in 27 outings (19 starts). The team will have to decide whether to buy him out from Lazio following a loan spell.

MAY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Atalanta match Cancellieri (thigh) "has reprised working with the rest of the group this week," coach Christian Chivu announced.

Impact Cancellieri is on track to return after missing over two months with two separate thigh injuries and will provide depth in multiple roles. He has tallied three shots (zero on target), three chances created, seven crosses (three accurate) and three tackles (one won) in his last five appearances.

MAY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back on the mend Cancellieri (thigh) "was available last week, but his muscle hasn't fully recovered yet, and he will be shut down for the Lazio game and perhaps further," coach Christian Chivu ann...

Impact Cancellieri returned to the bench following a multi-week absence in the past game but didn't play and isn't fully healthy yet. His minutes have been soaked up by the defenders as Parma changed their formation while he was out.

APRIL 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

DNP in Juventus clash Cancellieri (thigh) didn't sub in during Wednesday's 1-0 victory over Juventus.

Impact Cancellieri was fit after sitting out a month but didn't get minutes, as the coach was forced to make three early injury-related subs in other roles. He'll play primarily on the right wing in their new and less aggressive scheme, competing with Enrico Delprato, who can also star as a center-back, Antoine Hainuat and Pontus Almqvist.

APRIL 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Cancellieri (thigh) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Juventus.

Impact Cancellieri is with the team for their bout Wednesday night, as he is fit enough for a spot on the bench after four games out. This is good news for the club, as he is a regular starter when fit, hoping to return to that spot after testing his legs.

APRIL 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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