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Shines in Verona contest Politano scored one goal and assisted twice from six shots (two on target), and four chances created in Saturday's 3-1 win against Verona.

Impact Politano played a part in all three goals for his side, finding the net with a close-range finish and setting up Khvicha Kvaratskhelia twice with through balls. He was cramping up when he left the game and was already set to come off. He's up to two goals, three assists, ten shots (five on target), and 17 chances created in the last five matches. Napoli will visit Union Berlin in Champions League Tuesday and then host Milan next Sunday.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Converts PK in Lecce contest Politano scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), one cross (zero accurate), and one corner in Saturday's 4-0 victory against Lecce.

Impact Politano came off the bench and played 32 minutes but still did damage thanks to a late PK. The hierarchy of takers has been fluid lately, as Victor Osimhen let his teammates step up to the plate twice in a row after an error. He has scored twice and added one assist, seven shots (three on target), and seven chances created in the last five matches. Napoli will host Real Madrid in Champions League Tuesday and then Fiorentina next Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets first assist against Udinese Politano assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 4-1 victory versus Udinese.

Impact Politano returned to the starting XI against Udinese and responded by creating a season-high four chances and laying on his first assist of the campaign for Victor Osimhen to score. The winger has been in and out of the starting lineup but figures to have earned minutes against Lecce next time out after this display.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable in UCL win Politano created two scoring chances and generated two shots (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate), and three corners in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against SC Braga.

Impact Politano wasn't as good as in the previous game but still contributed across the board offensively and faces little competition at the moment as the coach has yet to properly break in Jesper Lindstrom. He has scored twice and posted seven shots (three on target), seven chances created, and 21 crosses (eight accurate) in five appearances. Napoli will face Bologna away Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Halftime sub grabs equalizer Politano scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Politano was named on the bench for this game after starting the previous match but is likely to return to the starting XI next match after his impact today and a few more days to recover from his calf injury.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Genoa Politano (calf) "is recovering gradually and will be an option against Genoa, and we'll see whether from the start or during the game," coach Rudi Garcia announced.

Impact Politano returned to full training Friday after working on the side for a few days after picking up an ailment with Italy. He has recovered quickly, but it's more likely that Jesper Lindstrom or another player will be in the XI on Saturday to avoid risks. He has scored once and added four shots (one on target), four chances created, and 16 crosses (five accurate) in three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing minor injury Politano is dealing with a soleus pull in his right calf, Napoli announced.

Impact Politano avoided a strain or other serious problems but couldn't practice at all to open the week and only rehabbed. He's likely to miss a game or two because of the injury. Jesper Lindstrom, Eljif Elmas, and Giacomo Raspadori can all fill in on the right wing.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets hurt in Euro qualifier Politano is heading back to Naples early due to a calf problem, Sky informs.

Impact Politano got the start Saturday versus North Macedonia but subbed off at the interval after a fine first half. He'll be assessed by his team in the coming days. Jesper Lindstrom and Giacomo Raspadori are the next men up on the right flank.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in seven crosses against Lazio Politano generated seven crosses (one accurate), one key pass, one interception, and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Lazio.

Impact Poltiano led his team in deliveries but lacked touch and didn't do much in other areas. While Hirving Lozano departed, he'll have to split time with Jesper Lindstrom going forward. He has scored once and posted four shots (one on target), four key passes, and 16 crosses (five accurate) through three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Finds target in opener Politano scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Frosinone.

Impact Politano equalized in the first half for Napoli with a robust shot from inside the box that was slightly misread by the goalie. He's off to a good start after tallying three goals and three assists in 27 matches last season.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will not play versus Sampdoria Politano (lower leg) hasn't been called up for Sunday's clash with Sampdoria, Napoli announced.

Impact Politano has been unable to shake off a contusion and will finish the season a little early having tallied four goals, four assists, 56 shots (13 on target), and 39 key passes while constantly rotating with Hirving Lozano.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Bologna Politano won't be involved Sunday versus Bologna due to a knock, Napoli announced.

Impact Politano has been limited in training in the two final sessions and has been omitted from the call-ups. Alessio Zerbin or Giacomo Raspadoni will take care of the right wing Sunday since Hirving Lozano and Elijf Elmas are out as well.

MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses in return Politano recorded one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Monza.

Impact Politano made his return to the pitch Sunday after missing the past four matches with an ankle injury. He came off the bench and contributed six crosses (one accurate), three corners, one off-target shot and two chances created in his 28 minutes of action.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused agaisnt Fiorentina Politano (ankle) didn't play in Sunday's 1-0 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Politano was cleared to return but didn't get minutes right away. He should resume featuring versus Monza, especially with Hirving Lozano seemingly picking up a serious injury in this one.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return against Fiorentina Politano (ankle) returned to full training Saturday, Napoli announced.

Impact Politano has shaken off the sprain that sidelined him for the past three games and should be a bench option against Fiorentina. His return will impact Hirving Lozano and Elijf Elmas' minutes. He has registered seven off-target shots, two chances created, 20 crosses (four accurate), and six corners in his last five appearances.

MAY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out for a while Politano sustained a grade-one right ankle sprain, Napoli informed.

Impact Politano will likely have to sit a couple of weeks to recover. Hirving Lozano, Elijf Elmas, and Giacomo Raspadori will pick up the slack on the flanks.

APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing ankle injury Politano suffered a right ankle sprain in Tuesday's clash with Milan, Napoli announced.

Impact Politano will undergo further tests in the next few days but seemed in a great deal of pain and couldn't put much weight on his leg at first. Hirving Lozano is next in line on the right flank.

APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury against Milan Politano was subbed out of Tuesday's Champions League quarterfinal match against AC Milan in the 34th minute after suffering an injury.

Impact Politano went down in the first half of Tuesday's UCL quarterfinal second leg after a hard challenge and was replaced by Hirving Lozano on the right wing.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Decent against Verona Politano won three duels and generated two shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (zero accurate), and three corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Verona.

Impact Politano led the charge for a large portion of the game until a few starters came in, but he lacked precision in his crosses and shots. He'll compete with Hirving Lozano to start Tuesday. He has recorded five attempts (zero on target), one key passes, 14 deliveries (three accurate), and four corners in his last four appearances.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in four crosses against Milan Politano drew two fouls and recorded three shots (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate), and one corner in Sunday's 4-0 defeat to AC Milan.

Impact Politano started over Hirving Lozano and was decently effective despite the result. He has assisted once and added seven shots (three on target), six chances created, and 19 crosses (seven accurate) in his last four appearances.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up opening goal Politano assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 3-0 win over Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Politano took advantage of a great pass from Stanislav Lobotka and delivered a pinpoint cross to Victor Osimhen, who nodded the ball home from the penalty spot. The winger shares a starting role with Hirving Lozano, but he made his presence felt in this one. He should continue to see regular minutes in both league and UCL play.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Very productive versus Atalanta Politano created five scoring chances and registered two shots (two on goal), seven crosses (three accurate), and four corners in Saturday's 2-0 win against Atalanta.

Impact Politano returned to the XI since Hirving Lozano was out and had one of his best showings of the season, pacing his team in both deliveries and key passes. He might get the nod again midweek. He has recorded three shots, five chances created, 16 crosses (three accurate), and six corners in his last five appearances (two starts).

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in four crosses against Sassuolo Politano drew one foul, won one duel, and recorded four crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Friday's 2-0 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Politano drew the nod after a few matches where Hirving Lozano started over him, but he didn't do much other than co-leading his team in crosses, although without precision. He has logged three shots (one on target), five chances created, and seven deliveries (zero accurate) in his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays in cup game Politano (calf) came off the bench in Tuesday's Coppa Italia match versus Cremonese.

Impact Politano avoided any kind of problem after leaving the last game early, as the issue turned out to be just a knock. He'll be in contention with Hirving Lozano to start Saturday's away game versus Salernitana. He has notched three shots (one on target), six chances created, and 17 crosses (three accurate) in the last three matches.

JANUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off versus Juventus Politano drew three fouls, won three duels, and generated three crosses (zero accurate) in 45 minutes in Friday's 5-1 win over Juventus before leaving due to a calf problem, Tuttom...

Impact Politano was not as effective as his teammates in the first half and got banged up in a tackle and didn't return after intermission. The coach went with Elijf Elmas over Hirving Lozano to replace him. He's headed for some tests to determine the severity of the issue.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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