Impact Pessina will attempt to return at some point in January if the rehab goes well. Monza might decide to bring in a new midfielder in the upcoming transfer window.
NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE
MATTEO PESSINA #32 - MIDFIELDER - AC MONZA
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Out for two months Pessina (thigh) "won't need surgery but will be sidelined for a couple of months," Monza CEO Adriano Galliani told Sky Italy.
Suffers significant injury Pessina has sustained a partial tear of the biceps femoris tendon, coach Alessandro Nesta announced.
Impact Pessina will be sidelined for the foreseeable future due to a serious muscular injury and will weigh his options as far as the rehab is concerned. Alessandro Bianco and Warren Bondo will be consistent starters at the position, while Stefano Sensi (undisclosed) is expected back soon.
NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE
Doesn't play against Milan Pessina didn't start and get minutes versus Milan due to a knock, coach Alessandro Nesta informed.
Impact Pessina was called up but surprisingly omitted from the XI, although the reason was injury-related and not technical. Since he was still an option, he should be able to return to the XI next week.
NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE
Contributes defensively against Roma Pessina drew one foul and registered four tackles (one won), two clearances and one interception in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Roma.
Impact Pessina played as a no.10 and not as a holding midfielder for the second consecutive round, but that didn't translate into better offensive numbers as Monza were forced to defend for most of the contest. He has tallied two off-target shots, two key passes, eight tackles (one won) and eight interceptions in the last five games.
OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE
Underwhelming versus Bologna Pessina had one shot (zero on goal), three tackles (zero won), one interception and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Bologna.
Impact Pessina was once again not particularly effective on either end. He's having a much slower start compared to last season as he has only occasionally starred as a no.10, which caps his offensive output. He has notched two off-target shots, two chances created, nine tackels and seven interceptions in five matches.
SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE
Silent in Genoa game Pessina (lower leg) won one of two tackles and had one interception in Saturday's 1-0 win over Genoa.
Impact Pessina saw full minutes despite a previous injury but had a rough performance, as a misplaced pass led to the game-winner, and didn't pick up many stats. He has tallied just five tackles and one interception in two games.
AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE
Starting as expected Pessina (lower leg) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Genoa.
Impact Pessina returns as expected and enters the starting XI after leaving at halftime last week against Empoli. The midfielder is a locked ins tarter for Monza when fit starting all 37 of his appearances last season.
AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE
Fit for Genoa fixture Pessina (lower leg) has been selected for Saturday's game against Genoa, Monza informed.
Impact Pessina won't need to miss additional time after bowing out due to a bruise in the opener and has good chances of retaining his starting job over Roberto Gagliardini and Stefano Sensi.
AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE
Subs off against Empoli Pessina left Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Empoli at halftime due to a knock, Monza assistant Lorenzo Rubinacci announced.
Impact Pessina rarely leaves the pitch in normal situations. He tallied just three tackels and drew one before withdrawing. He'll take some tests ahead of the game versus Genoa, but the situation doesn't seem too serious at the moment. Roberto Gagliardini replaced him off the bench.
AUGUST 18 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up assist against Lazio Pessina assisted once to go with two shots (two on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Lazio.
Impact Pessina was back in a more defensive role but did damage as a no.10 late in the match, linking up with Milan Djuric with a sweet cross on the second equalizer for his side. It's his third helper in the campaign. He has scored once and notched six shots (three on target), three key passes and four crosses (one accurate) in the last four matches.
MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Drills PK against Lecce Pessina scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one clearance and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Lecce.
Impact Pessina mostly focused on defending despite starting as a no.10 for the third game in a row but put his name in the stat-sheet by coolly converting a spot-kick in the final minute of the game. He hadn't hit the net in five rounds. He's up to six goals in the season. He has logged five shots (two on target), four key passes and three crosses (one accurate) in his last five appearances.
APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE
Fires two shots in Bologna tilt Pessina recorded two shots (zero on goal), one block and two clearances in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Bologna.
Impact Pessina was deployed as a no.10 in a pretty challenging game and paced his team in attempts despite his low numbers, but Monza generated very little offense as a whole. He has scored once in his last five appearances, recording four shots (two on target), three key passes and two crosses (one accurate).
APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE
Completes suspension Pessina served a one-game ban in Monday's 4-2 loss to Napoli.
Impact Pessina will return against Bologna on Saturday and start over either Jean-Daniel Akpa Akpro or in a more offensive role. He has scored three goals, provided an assist and notched four key passes and six tackles (three won) in his last six showings.
APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE
Sent off against Torino Pessina had one interception, drew one foul and was booked twice in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Torino.
Impact Pessina had a quiet showing on either end and committed two bookable fouls, hitting the showers early after 72 minutes. He'll be sidelined for next Sunday's home game versus Napoli. Warren Bondo, Dany Mota Carvalho and Valentin Carboni will be candidates to replace him depending on how offensive-minded the coach decides to be.
MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE
Nets opener against Genoa Pessina scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 win over Genoa.
Impact Pessina scored the opener in the eight minute assisted by Andrea Colpani. Pessina completed a dribble and also recorded two tackles, one interception and one clearance. He has been in fantastic form lately and has four goals contributions in the last four games.
MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE
Seals Salernitana match Pessina scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), two tackles (one won) and one clearance in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Salernitana.
Impact Pessina put the finishing touches on the victory with a little lob in a one-on-one with the goalie after a deep foray. He scored for the second straight game and is now up to four goals in the season. He has added an assist, three shots, two chances created and 11 tackles (five won) in the last five matches.
FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE
Scores and assists Pessina scored from the penalty spot and registered an assist in Sunday's 4-2 win over AC Milan.
Impact Pessina calmly finished from the spot for his third of the season and went on to claim an assist when his pass found Lorenzo Colombo late on for the fourth. The midfielder has started every game this season and has three goals, all of which have come from penalties, and two assists.
FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE
Converts PK against Inter Pessina scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one tackle (one won), and one successful duel in Saturday's 1-5 loss against Inter Milan.
Impact Pessina had mostly a quiet performance but hit the net from the spot, atoning for a recent mistake and tallying his second goal of the season. However, it was too little too late for his side in the romp. He has posted four shots (two on target), two key passes, and six tackles (four won) in the last five rounds.
JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE
Scores and assists against Salernitana Pessina (undisclosed) converted a PK and assisted once from two shots and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Salernitana.
Impact Pessina wasn't bothered by a recent ailment and his best performance of the season, slipping the ball to Andrea Colpani before the opening goal and burying a PK to round out the result. He had yet to show up on the stat-sheet prior to this match. He has tallied four shots (two on target), six key passes, and nine tackles in the last five games. Monza will visit Roma on October 22.
OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Salernitana Pessina (undisclosed) is in the XI to face Salernitana Sunday.
Impact Pessina left the last game with an apparent injury but has been able to recover and won't need to miss time. He hasn't done much offensively so far this season, though, as he's still searching for his first goal contribution.
OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Called up for Salernitana game Pessina (undisclosed) has been included in Monza's squad list to face Salernitana Sunday.
Impact Pessina came off early in the previous game, but the exams ruled out significant issues, and he has been able to recover. He has good chances of being in the XI as he usually does. If the coach wanted to play it safe, the alternatives would be Jose Machin, Jean-Daniel Akpa Akpro, and Warren Bondo. He has logged five key passes, nine tackles, and five interceptions in the last five games.
OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Forced off early versus Sassuolo Pessina created one scoring chance and won two duels and one of two tackles in 53 minutes in Monday's 1-0 win over Sassuolo before subbing off due to a thigh problem, La Gazzetta d...
Impact Pessina rarely came off the pitch and was clutching the back of his leg when he left. He didn't do much during his time on the pitch. He'll be assessed ahead of Sunday's home game versus Salernitana. Jose Machin and Jean-Daniel Akpa Akpro are the next men up in the midfield.
OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Underwhelming against Lecce Pessina registered one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate), four tackles (two won), and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Lecce.
Impact Pessina did a little bit of everything but is putting up lower numbers relative to last season as he's playing consistently as a holding midfielder rather than as a no.10 considering Andrea Colpani's emergence. He has recorded three chances created, eight tackles, and two shots (one on target) so far.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Minimal attacking output again Pessina registered one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-0 defeat versus Atalanta. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 44th minute.
Impact Pessina registered his first shot of the year to go with one tackle (zero won), an interception and three clearances. The midfielder hasn't produced much going forward in three matches so far but has played every minute of the season and looks to be entrenched in a starting midfield role going forward.
SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Paltry in season finale Pessina won two of two tackles and had one interception, one clearance, and one block in Round 38's 2-5 loss to Atalanta.
Impact Pessina only contributed defensively as Monza were overwhelmed in this one. He was a day-one starter and a crucial starter after joining from Atalanta and his best campaign since 2019. He tallied five goals, three assists, 36 crosses (eight accurate), and 57 tackles in 35 games.
JUNE 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
