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Fenerbahce's Guendouzi banned for 2 Champions League games after heated clashes in playoff at Lyon

Mattéo Guendouzi has been banned by UEFA from Fenerbahce’s first two Champions League games for provocations and insults in a heated playoff win at Lyon in his native France

SEPTEMBER 5 • Associated Press

Suspended for two UCL matches Guendouzi has been handed a four-match UEFA suspension, with two of those matches suspended for a one-year probationary period, following his provocations against Lyon in the Champ...

Impact Guendouzi's two-game suspension removes a regular option from Fenerbahce's midfield for the opening Champions League fixtures. Bartug Elmaz and Ismail Yuksek are the leading candidates to take his place in central midfield against Roma and Aston Villa. Guendouzi should be eligible to return against Slavia Prague on Oct. 20, provided no additional disciplinary issues arise during his probationary period.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Fenerbahce players Guendouzi, Greenwood charged by UEFA after Champions League playoff at Lyon

Fenerbahce says its players Mattéo Guendouzi and Mason Greenwood have been charged by UEFA

SEPTEMBER 3 • Associated Press

WATCH: Ex-Arsenal star Matteo Guendouzi pulls off ultimate rage-bait move as celebrations vs Lyon in Champions League playoff spark wild brawl Former Arsenal midfielder Matteo Guendouzi found himself at the center of a serious controversy following Fenerbahce’s 2-1 victory over Olympique Lyon in the second leg of their UE...

AUGUST 27 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Guendouzi at center of wild post-match scenes as mass brawls mar Lyon-Fenerbahce in Champions League

Fenerbahce’s first Champions League qualification for 17 years didn’t come without high post-match drama

AUGUST 27 • Associated Press

Will return versus Napoli Guendouzi completed a one-game disqualification in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Udinese.

Impact Guendouzi will reclaim the starting job against Napoli on Sunday and Reda Belhayane and Matias Vecino will both likely head to the bench, as Toma Basic will be back from suspension as well. Guendouzi has logged one key pass and multiple crosses in his last three appearances, racking up eight (three accurate) and registering three shots (two on target), two tackles (both won) and three interceptions.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Guendouzi had one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Cremonese. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the...

Impact Guendouzi recorded three crosses, one tackle, and three interceptions in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Cremonese, but picked up his fifth yellow card of the season in the 79th minute, resulting in a suspension for Saturday's clash against Udinese. Matias Vecino is expected to take on a larger role, while Reda Belahyane should see increased playing time amid suspensions to Toma Basic and Guendouzi. The Frenchman is set to return for the clash against Napoli on Jan. 4.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good against Bologna Guendouzi won one of one tackles and had two shots (two on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Bologna.

Impact Guendouzi showed up offensively and could have scored with a precise strike from midrange, but Federico Ravaglia pulled it out from the bottom corner. He has notched one goal and one assist in the last five rounds, adding seven shots (six on target), four key passes and four crosses (two accurate). He didn't record a clearance for the firt time in five tilts.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes defensively Guendouzi made two interceptions and three clearances during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Milan.

Impact Gunedouzi contributed defensively by finishing with the second most interceptions on the team and tying for the team-high with three clearances. The midfielder has a goal involvement to go along with five shots, two chances created and seven clearances in his last three appearances.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in 2-0 win Guendouzi scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-0 win against Lecce. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 79th minut...

Impact Guendouzi scored his second goal of the season as he helped his side to a 2-0 victory over Lecce. He took four shots in the game, which is the most he has taken in any game this year. He also put three shots on target which was his first time putting more than one on target this season.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of season Guendouzi had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing once inaccurately and blocking two shots during Monday's 2-0 loss to Lazio.

Impact Guendouzi set up Gustav Isaksen in the 65th minute assisting the opening goal of the match while leading Lazio in blocks. The assist was the first of the season for the midfielder as he's combined for two shots, five chances created and four crosses over his last three starts.

NOVEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Paltry in Pisa meeting Guendouzi registered one cross (zero accurate), one interception and one chance created in Thursday's 0-0 draw versus Pisa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 75th minu...

Impact Guendouzi picked up a small amount of stats on both ends but wasn't as impactful as in some of the previous tilts. He's routinely a two-way contributor and has recorded three shots (zero on target), six chances created, five tackles (two won) and five interceptions in his last five showings, with no goal contributions.

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances versus Juventus. Guendouzi had two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (two accurate), one clearance and three chances created in Sunday's 1-0 win against Juventus.

Impact Guendouzi showed up offensively, setting a new season high in key passes, but his teammates didn't cash in. He has registered three shots (zero accurate), five chances created, six crosses (three accurate) and four tackles (two won) in his last four displays, with no goal contributions. He failed to record an interception after logging three in his three previous displays.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dybala scores his 1st league goal since February to help lift Roma to Serie A summit

Paulo Dybala shows he has fully recovered from his latest injury with a stunning goal to give Roma a 1-0 win at Sassuolo that sends the Giallorossi to the top of Serie A with Napol...

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Serves suspension Guendouzi completed a two-game ban in Saturday's 3-3 draw with Torino.

Impact Guendouzi will return versus Atalanta on October 19 and will replace either Toma Basic or Boulaye Dia in the XI, as the coach could go back to a more defensive-minded scheme. He has scored once and posted four shots (two on target), four key passes, four crosses (one accurate) and six tackles (two won) in four appearances.

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for two matches Guendouzi has been hit with a two-man suspension for insulting the official at the end of the Roma clash, the League announced.

Impact Guendouzi will be sidelined for the games against Genoa and Torino. Lazio are expected to reintegrate Toma Basic and perhaps change their scheme since they are dealing with several absences in the midfield.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Homegrown Pellegrini scores derby winner after being stripped of Roma's captaincy

Stripped of the captaincy

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Sent off after Roma game Guendouzi recorded two crosses (zero accurate), one interception and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Roma and was expelled after the final whistle for arguing with the r...

Impact Guendouzi didn't have a particularly impactful showing on either end and protested too much after the end of the tilt. He risks a multi-game suspension depending on what he said to the officials. Lazio will be hoping that at least one between Nicolo Rovella (groin) and Fisayo-Bashiru recovers for Monday's away game versus Genoa, or they'll be severely depleted in the midfield since Reda Belahayne was red-carded as well.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes in Verona tilt Guendouzi scored one goal to go with three shots (one on target), three tackles (one won) and two chances created in Sunday's 4-0 win against Verona.

Impact Guendouzi broke the deadlock very early, slotting it home at the end of a great channel run. He hit the net just once in the entire last season, adding three assists. He has registered four shots (two on target), two key passes and four tackles (one won) so far.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dusan Vlahovic sweeps aside transfer speculation with another goal for Juventus

Dusan Vlahovic scored for the second consecutive game and Juventus won 1-0 at Genoa in Serie A

AUGUST 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Lands a shot Guendouzi generated one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Como. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 75th minute.

Impact Guendouzi was not able to break through but landed his squad's only shot on target of the match. Meanwhile, he recorded a shot on target in only nine of his 37 league appearances last season. On the other hand, he had just 22 completed passes in the loss, a mark that he surpassed in all but two league games last year.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Matteo Guendouzi in demand! Newcastle and Aston Villa do battle over ex-Arsenal midfielder with €50m release clause | Goal.com US Newcastle and Aston Villa are both interested in signing Matteo Guendouzi from Lazio this summer, per a new report.

JULY 3, 2025 • GOAL.COM

Features on bench Thursday Guendouzi (ankle) featured on the bench in Thursday's 5-4 defeat in the semi final of the Nations League against Spain, confirming his injury was only minor.

Impact Guendouzi was dealing with an ankle injury earlier this week which needed treatment by the medical staff of the French national team on Tuesday, but that injury revealed to be minor since he was available on the bench for Thursday's game. His next chance to feature on the pitch will come against Germany on Sunday for the Petite Final of the Nations League.

JUNE 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with ankle pain Guendouzi (ankle) is dealing with some pain and received treatment on Tuesday, the French team posted.

Impact Guendouzi felt ankle pain after Monday's training with the French team ahead of the Final Four starting on Thursday against Spain. He received treatment on his ankle Tuesday with the hope to be fit for the semifinal against La Roja. Guendouzi has started two of the last three games for France, so if he can't start the game, a change will have to be made with Adrien Rabiot likely replacing him in midfield.

JUNE 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Shows well in Juventus match Guendouzi registered one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate), two tackles (one won) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Juventus.

Impact Guendouzi had a well-rounded display, as he often does, and was one of the main creators for his side. He has logged multiple tackles in his seven of his last five displays, totaling 16 (nine won) and posting 12 key passes, seven shots (three on target) and five crosses (one accurate) during such a stretch, with one helper.

MAY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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