Matteo Politano - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Returs to action Politano (thigh) came off the bench in Wednesday's Coppa Italia tilt against Como.

Impact Politano recovered from a thigh lesion and played his first game in about a month. He'll compete with Miguel Gutierrez, Giovane and Elijf Elmas in a few different roles, especially with Giovanni Di Lorenzo (knee/foot) on the mend. He had started in five of six matches before the injury, recording eight shots (two on target), eight key passes and 43 crosses (12 accurate) and scoring once in that span.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli's Di Lorenzo avoids serious injury and could return in a month

Napoli coach Antonio Conte is relieved as Giovanni Di Lorenzo avoids serious knee ligament damage

FEBRUARY 1 • Associated Press

Local hero Vergara shines again as Napoli beats Fiorentina but injury crisis deepens

Antonio Vergara is proving to be Napoli’s new hero as the team’s injury crisis deepens

JANUARY 31 • Associated Press

Nursing thigh strain Politano suffered a semimembranosus muscle lesion in his right thigh, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Politano is expected to be out for three to four weeks, missing multiple contests in Serie A and the last two UEFA Champions League contests. If David Neres (ankle) doesn't return, Noa Lang, Antonio Vergara and Pasquale Mazzocchi will replace him, as he has been playing in a few roles as of late.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Inter wins at Udinese to fortify Serie A lead before facing Arsenal in Champions League

Inter Milan has consolidated its Serie A lead with a 1-0 win at Udinese

JANUARY 17 • Associated Press

Hurt late in Sassuolo fixture Politano generated two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 win over Sassuolo, soldiering through a thigh injury late in the game, Il Ma...

Impact Politano was relatively active coming off the bench and was treated because of some muscular discomfort, but stayed in the game despite being visibly hampered, as Napoli had used up all their subs. He'll take the tests before Tuesday's continental fixture against Copenhagen. Napoli risk being significantly depleted offensively, as David Neres is tending to an ankle injury and Elijf Elmas bowed out because of dizziness in this one. Noa Lang and Antonio Vergare are the only healthy options.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in 13 crosses Wednesday Politano generated one shot (zero on goal), 13 crosses (three accurate) and five corners in Wednesday's 0-0 draw versus Parma.

Impact Politano recorded 13 crosses in Wednesday's goal-less draw, his second-most in a match this season. He recorded three accurate crosses and created two chances as he tested the Parma defense throughout the 90 minutes. He also recorded one shot, but he failed to record a shot on target in his fourth consecutive match. He was subbed off in the 78th minute for Antonio Vergara.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet showing in Inter bout Politano had three crosses (one accurate) and one corner and committed one foul in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Inter Milan.

Impact Politano played in a more attacking role, de facto replacing David Neres (ankle), but didn't produce more than usual, failing to create a chance after putting up six in the previous three contests. He has registered three or more crosses in the last six tilts, accumulating 42 (11 accurate) and adding two assists, six shots (two on target) and 13 corners over that span.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Lazio 0-2 Napoli: Politano stars in feisty Serie A clash Matteo Politano created both of Napoli's goals as they saw off Lazio 2-0 in a Serie A clash that saw three red cards.

JANUARY 4 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Napoli triumphs over Lazio but match ends in chaos with three red cards. Inter top of Serie A

Napoli has secured a 2-0 victory over Lazio in a chaotic finish to the Serie A match on Sunday

JANUARY 4 • Associated Press

Passable in Bologna meeting Politano generated five crosses (zero accurate), one interception and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 loss versus Bologna.

Impact Politano paced his team in deliveries, but couldn't link up with a teammate in any of them. He has posted three or more crosses in the last three matches, totaling 13 (three accurate) and has launched at least one in every game so far this season. He has created exactly one chance in the past six fixtures, adding seven shots (two on target) and 11 corners over that span.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots versus Lecce Politano created one scoring chance and had three shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Tuesday's 1-0 victory versus Lecce.

Impact Politano paced his side in attempts but missed the mark in all of them and was pulled earlier than usual. He maintained his season-long streak of games with at least one cross and one corner. He has logged one key pass in the past three tilts, adding four shots (zero on target), 12 deliveries (three accurate) and nine corners.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Provides spark versus Torino Politano (glute) drew one foul and generated two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in 16 minutes in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Torino.

Impact Poltiano was one of the most menacing Napoli attackers despite the limited minutes and almost generated a goal with a curled shot, which hit the post and was tapped in by Noa Lang, but his teammate was offside. He'll likely return to the XI over David Neres once he's close to 100 percent, and his competitor didn't seize the opportunity. He has launched four or more crosses and at least one corner in the last five tilts, recording 27 (seven accurate) and 10, respectively, and adding eight shots (one on target) and nine key passes, but with no goal contributions.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli lose at Torino after late VAR ruling and Inter beats Roma

Napoli's celebrations in Turin were cut short after a dramatic finish against Torino in Serie A

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Option for Torino bout Politano (glute) "has been able to work with the rest of the group in the last couple of days," coach Antonio Conte announced.

Impact Politano has recovered quickly from a minor muscular issue. While he's set to be called up, he might be handled carefully after a series of starts, given his imperfect conditions, with David Neres, Eljif Elmas or Leonardo Spinazzola initially taking care of his position.

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with strain Politano sustained a right glute lesion in the last game, Napoli relayed.

Impact Politano will have to sit out some fixtures but could return versus Inter on October 25, as the problem isn't overly serious. David Neres and Noa Lang will step in on the right wing in relief.

OCTOBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hurt in Genoa match Politano recorded one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners before exiting Sunday's game versus Genoa at the 50th minute due to a possible thigh injury,...

Impact Politano had a fairly lively performance but felt something during a sprint early in the second half and quickly asked to come out. He was replaced by Kevin De Bruyne, who initially got a breather in this one. David Neres and Noa Loang would pick up the slack if he missed time.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cambiaghi and Nicolussi Caviglia given 1st call-ups for under-pressure Italy in World Cup qualifying

Bologna left winger Nicolò Cambiaghi and Fiorentina midfielder Hans Nicolussi Caviglia have been called up by Italy for the first time as the under-pressure Azzurri prepare to face...

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Three crosses and yellow card Politano generated three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Thursday's 2-0 defeat versus Manchester City. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 52nd minute.

Impact Politano was on the field for 55 minutes in the club's UCL opener, taking on a bigger role after the red card to Giovanni De Lorenzo in the 22nd minute. However, he would only record three crosses and one chance created, instead, defending a lot during the contest. The attacker also recorded a yellow card and will have to be careful throughout the rest of the league stage.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in 18 crosses in win Politano had three off-target shots, created four chances and sent in 18 crosses (three accurate) during Saturday's 1-0 win over Cagliari.

Impact Politano was a non-stop threat from the flanks, creating a lot for teammates, which included an unreal 18 crosses sent into opposition's box. With his mix of speed, skill and creativity, the attacker could definitely enjoy a great year from a fantasy perspective if given enough playing time to produce.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Liverpool 18-year-old Leoni called up by Italy for World Cup qualifiers

The 18-year-old Liverpool center back Giovanni Leoni is one of three players given their first national team call-up by new Italy coach Gennaro Gattuso

AUGUST 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Provides assist against Sassuolo Politano assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Sassuolo.

Impact Politano led his team in deliveries and connected with Scott McTominay with an early one. He had his way throughout the game and was pulled only late. He has to compete also with Noa Lang in addition to David Neres this campaign. He notched three goals and four assists last season.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Made in Manchester: De Bruyne and McTominay lead Napoli to a 2-0 win over Sassuolo

Napoli’s former Premier League stars have made a splash on Serie A's opening day

AUGUST 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Assists opener to seal title Politano was subbed off due to injury in the 61st minute of Friday's 2-0 win versus Cagliari. He assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), nine crosses (two accurate) and f...

Impact Politano found Scott McTominay with one of his nine crosses in the game, which led to the opening goal. This was his fourth assist of the season and his second in the last five matches. He also took four corners, which kept up his run as the main set-piece taker for Napoli this season.

MAY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli wins Serie A title on season's last day ahead of Inter Milan

Napoli won its second Serie A title in three years as Inter Milan fell short on the season's last day.

MAY 23, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

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