MATTEO POLITANO NEWS

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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • FOX SPORTS

McTominay and Lukaku goals lead Napoli to Serie A title and Conte's 'most unexpected' trophy

Napoli has won its second Serie A title in three years

MAY 23 • Associated Press

Sends six crosses Politano recorded one shot (one on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Parma.

Impact Politano had a busy say Saturday, making six crosses while taking two corners with an interceptions during the draw to Parma. He's played all but one Serie A match this season, averaging about 6.1 crosses a game while leading the team in set piece situations with 81.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Very productive against Genoa Politano had four shots (two on goal), eight crosses (four accurate), three key passes and four corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Genoa.

Impact Politano routinely imposed his will on the wing and racked up stats offensively, leading his outfit in deliveries, but he wasn't involved in the two goals. He has tallied four or more crosses and at least one chance in the last five tilts, totaling 33 (10 accurate) and 11 respectively, and adding one assist, 10 shots (four on target) and 12 corners.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses in decisive win Politano generated two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Lecce.

Impact Politano attempted four crosses against Lecce, making it four matches in a row where he has attempted at least four. He also contributed defensively as he won both of his tackles. With one corner, he has maintained his run as the top set-piece taker for Napoli with 76 this season.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Key assist in victory Politano assisted once to go with eight crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Torino.

Impact Politano supplied his third assist of the season Sunday as he setup Napoli's second goal, putting the match out of reach, as they rode the 2-0 lead to a victory over Torino. Over his last five appearances (five starts), the forward has attempted eight shots (three on goal) while creating nine chances, scoring once and assisting once.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable in Monza game Politano recorded three shots (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate), two chances created and three corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Monza.

Impact Politano put up stats across the board on offense but wasn't as effective and precise as in other instances. He has scored once in the last four matches, adding eight shots (three on target), seven key passes and 17 crosses (two accurate).

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

McTominay meets Conte's demand and lifts Napoli level with Serie A leader Inter

Scott McTominay’s late header has secured a 1-0 win at last-place Monza to pull Napoli level with Serie A leader Inter Milan

APRIL 19 • Associated Press

Productive in Empoli meeting Politano created three scoring chances and had one shot (one on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Monday's 3-0 victory over Empoli.

Impact Politano paced his team in deliveries with a wide margin but couldn't corral an assist despite a few pinpoint feeds and the comfortable result. He has scored once and posted 10 shots (four on target), nine key passes, 30 crosses (five accurate) and eight corners in the last five rounds.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Serie A title race down to Inter and Napoli after Atalanta loses again

Matteo Politano and Romelu Lukaku scored first-half goals and Napoli beat visiting AC Milan 2-1 for a statement victory

MARCH 30 • Associated Press

Strikes early Politano scored in the second minute in Napoli's 2-1 win over AC Milan on Sunday.

Impact The forward took three shots (one on target) and also added three crosses, but it was his early goal which set the tone for Napoli. He's unlikely to have that level of success next time out against Bologna, a team which has only conceded 34 goals in 30 matches.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE