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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

Nets in Sassuolo match Pessina scored one goal to go with three shots (two on target), drew one foul, and won one tackle in Friday's 2-1 victory over Sassuolo.

Impact Pessina wasn't overly active in the final third but decided the game late with a precise cross-shot on a timely cut. He has scored and assisted once in the past five fixtures, logging five shots (two on target), and three crosses (one accurate). Monza will host Lecce next Sunday.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win versus Napoli Pessina assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 win over Napoli.

Impact Pessina assisted the opening goal of the match Sunday as he found Dany Mota in the 18th minute to take the 1-0 lead. It was the only chance he created in the match to go with two off-target shots, one accurate cross and three clearances in his 83 minutes of action.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores penalty Pessina scored from his only shot in Sunday's 3-2 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Pessina scored the winner with a penalty before being replaced in the 68th minute having had a quiet afternoon. He has scored only one goal from open play this season, with his other three all coming from the spot.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Pessina will be available versus Udinese following a one-game ban for yellow-card accumulation.

Impact Pessina might be used as a no.10 since Gianluca Caprari will miss the next game. He has tallied three off-target shots, five chances created, 16 tackles (ten won), and four interceptions in the last five games.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 26, 2023 • Associated Press

Unavailable against Lazio Pessina won one tackle, had two clearances, sent in two crosses, and created one scoring chance in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Cremonese and will miss one game due to yellow-card accu...

Impact Pessina did a little bit of everything but was also booked for the fifth time in the season. Nicolo Rovella (ankle), Samuele Birindelli, or Dany Mota will replace him in the XI against Lazio depending on which scheme the coach uses.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four tackles in win Pessina registered four tackles (two won), two interceptions, one clearance, four blocks and a yellow card in Saturday's 2-1 win over Empoli.

Impact Pessina had a good defensive outing to help them earn three points at home. The midfielder led his side in tackles and blocks during the win. He also received his fourth yellow card, though, and is now one away from getting suspended.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Muscular in Milan clash Pessina generated one cross (zero accurate), and one chance created and won two of six tackles and 15 duels in Saturday's 0-1 defeat versus AC Milan.

Impact Pessina didn't have great success on offense, but he shined while going toe-to-toe with opposing midfielders. He has scored once and added five shots (one on target), two chances created, and 13 tackles (four won) in the last five games. Monza will visit Salernitana next Sunday.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Converts late penalty Pessina scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal) and crossing twice (one accurate) during Monday's 2-2 draw with Sampdoria.

Impact Pessina found the back of the net in the 99th minute converting a penalty to claim a point for Monza. The goal was the third in 19 appearances for the midfielder, tying him for the second most on the club.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Logs three interceptions against Cremonese Pessina drew one foul and registered two tackles (two won), two clearances, and three interceptions in Saturday's 3-2 victory against Cremonese.

Impact Pessina focused on defending and wasn't a factor in the final third in this one. He has logged one assist, two chances created, one accurate cross, and six tackles (five won) in the last three matches. Monza will host Sassuolo next Sunday.

JANUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Scores one goal Pessina scored one goal during a 3-0 win Sunday versus Salernitana.

Impact Pessina logged his second goal of the 2022-23 Serie A. The midfielder will receive a lot of rest across the 2022 FIFA World Cup, which will give him some time to improve from his previous output.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Draws six fouls in Milan clash Pessina won eight duels, drew eight fouls, and had two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-4 loss versus AC Milan.

Impact Pessina dropped to the midfield a lot to help out defensively and was barely involved in the final third, primarily because of the quality of the opponents. He has scored and assisted once in the last five games, adding five shots (three on target), eight chances created, and 18 crosses (three accurate) in the last five matches. Monza will host Bolongna next Monday.

OCTOBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Spezia Pessina provided an assist in a 2-0 win against Spezia on Sunday.

Impact Pessina had a decent outing for the winning side. The 25-year-old provided an assist for the team's first goal in the match. Other than that, Pessina also made an interception.

OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores on Sunday Pessina scored a goal in a 3-0 win against Sampdoria on Sunday.

Impact Pessina had a good game for the visitors. The 29-year-old scored the team's second goal in the match which was his first in the league campaign. Other than that, Pessina had three shots and all were on target.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 4, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Swings in four crosses against Juventus Pessina created one scoring chance, drew two fouls, and had four crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-0 win against Juventus.

Impact Pessina played in a more offensive role in the first game under new coach Raffaele Palladino but, other than launching a few crosses, he wasn't a major factor in the final third. He could thrive in this position, as he has done at Atalanta and Verona in the past. He has notched two off-target shots, four chances created, seven crosses (one accurate), and six interceptions in five games. Monza will visit Sampdoria after the break.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Napoli game Pessina (knee) didn't feature in Sunday's 0-4 loss to Napoli.

Impact Pessina was available for the second game of the season, but the coach evidently didn't consider him fit enough to feature, and the match got out of hand quickly. His minutes could only increase moving forward, but it could be a while before he's ready for heavy playing time after an offseason knee injury.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option versus Napoli Pessina (knee) has progressed and will be available against Napoli, coach Giovanni Stroppa announced.

Impact Pessina has been battling knee soreness throughout the summer and was called up but ultimately scratched for the opener. He's in a better spot this week, but he's not ready to start yet. He could take playing time away from Filippo Ranocchia and Mattia Valoti. He tallied one goal, one assist, 24 chances and 37 tackles in 27 appearances (18 starts) with Atalanta last season.

AUGUST 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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