MATTEO RUGGERI NEWS

Passable in Napoli clash Ruggeri had one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate), one chance created, and one corner in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Napoli.

Impact Ruggeri filled in for Davide Zappacosta and was workmanlike on both ends. He has become their third option on the flanks once Hans Hateboer went down with an ACL tear. He has logged two shots, two key passes, seven inaccurate crosses, and four tackles (three won) in his last five appearances.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in four crosses in Bologna match Ruggeri won two of two tackles and four duels and had four crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 2-1 victory versus Bologna.

Impact Ruggeri drew his second start in a row after the break and held his own again, co-leading his side in deliveries. He has won over the coach during the break, and he's the only lefty wingback currently on the roster. He has collected five three chances created, 14 crosses (six accurate), nine tackles, and nine interceptions in six appearances (three starts).

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs four interceptions against Lecce Ruggeri had two shots (zero on goal), five interceptions, and two blocks in Wednesday's 1-2 loss to Lecce.

Impact Ruggeri drew his first start of the season as the coach overhauled the Xi. He held his on in the back, but Atalanta gave up two goals, He has tallied one accurate cross, five interceptions, four clearances, and two blocks across four appearances.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not bought out by Salernitana Ruggeri will head back to Atalanta, at least temporarily, as Salernitana did not pick up their option to sign him permanently Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Ruggeri featured 14 times (eight starts) in an injury-plagued season. Salernitana are interested in bringing him back on loan, although it remains to be seen what Atalanta have in mind for him.

JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers two crosses against Udinese Ruggeri sent in two crosses (one accurate) and had one clearance in last Sunday's 0-4 loss to Udinese.

Impact Ruggeri got the start but did not fill the stat sheet and was replaced at half-time. A major muscular injury derailed his campaign and he finished up with three shots (zero on target), four chances, 29 crosses and 24 clearances in 14 appearances (eight starts).

JUNE 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench versus Atalanta Ruggeri (illness) sent in one inaccurate cross and had one clearance and six touches in Saturday's 2-1 win over Atalanta.

Impact Ruggeri was available after missing three matches with an illness. He could take some playing time away from Luca Ranieri and Nadir Zortea. He has logged four chances, 23 crosses (four accurate), 18 clearances and six tackles in nine appearances (five starts). Salernitana will face Atalanta away Monday.

APRIL 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Fiorentina match Ruggeri (illness) has been named in Salernitana's squad list to face Fiorentina Sunday.

Impact Ruggeri is available after missing three games with a lingering illness. He has generally backed up Luca Ranieri when available. He has logged four chances, 22 crosses (four accurate), six tackles and 17 clearances in eight appearances (five starts).

APRIL 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stays out for Sampdoria match Ruggeri (illness) was not named in Salernitana's squad list to face Sampdoria Saturday.

Impact Ruggeri will sit out the second game in a row, although the club specified that he is dealing with lingering flu, so he should be back sooner rather than later. Joel Obi got the start over Nadir Zortea on the left flank last week, while Luca Ranieri played as center-back.

APRIL 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Roma game Ruggeri got hurt in the final practice and will miss Sunday's match versus Roma, coach Davide Nicola informed.

Impact Ruggeri will soon undergo some tests and the coach did not disclose what kind of problem he is dealing with. Either Luca Ranieri or Nadir Zortea will man the left flank in this one. They could feature together if the former players as a center-back in a three-man defense.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in versus Inter Ruggeri (thigh) played seven minutes in Friday's 0-5 loss to Inter.

Impact Ruggeri returned from his third major muscular injury of the season, making his fourth appearance of the season. He had opened as the starter, but Luca Ranieri has had a stranglehold in the job while he was out. He will try to challenge the teammate going forward. He has notched 12 crosses, 12 clearances and five tackles in five matches. Salernitana will host Sassuolo next Saturday.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Inter Ruggeri (thigh) has been called up for Friday's game against Inter, Salernitana informed.

Impact Ruggeri sat out the last five matches with the third thigh strain basically in a row. He is set to be eased into action, but he might push Luca Ranieri for minutes once fully up to speed. He has logged one chance. 12 crosses, five tackles and 12 clearances in four seasonal appearances.

MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Monday Ruggeri (thigh) will once again be unavailable against Spezia on Monday.

Impact Ruggeri has made just one substitute appearance since mid-September due to his thigh problem. At this point, the midfielder should probably be considered out indefinitely until he is able to complete a full first-team training session.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Spezia game Ruggeri (thigh) has not gone into full training during the break, Corriere dello Sport reports.

Impact Ruggeri suffered the third thigh problem of the season shortly before the previous game and is poised to stay sidelined despite having two weeks to recover. Luca Ranieri has become the clear starter at left-back.

FEBRUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Napoli Ruggeri (undisclosed) was scratched for Sunday's 1-4 loss to Napoli.

Impact Ruggeri was in line to get the start with Luca Ranieri suspended, but he picked up an undisclosed physical problem in practice. He will try to shake it off during the break. Salernitana will host Spezia on February 7th.

JANUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Napoli game Ruggeri is a late call for Sunday's match against Napoli as he picked up an ailment late in the week, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Ruggeri was set to replace the suspended Luca Ranieri, but he might end up being unavailable. Pawel Jaroszynski and Nadir Zortea would be the next men up, but they were out in the past match.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench versus Lazio Ruggeri (thigh) sent in one inaccurate cross and had two clearances in Saturday's 0-3 loss to Lazio.

Impact Ruggeri finally managed to return after months on the mend due to multiple thigh strains. He might get the start in Sunday's road game against Napoli since Luca Ranieri is suspended. He has logged 12 crosses, 12 clearances and five tackles in four appearances.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Lazio match Ruggeri (thigh) has been included in Salernitana's squad list to face Lazio Saturday.

Impact Ruggeri is finally ready to play after missing four months due to separate thigh injuries. Luca Ranieri has since taken over on the left flank and fared pretty well, although they two might feature together in different schemes and Salernitana are very shorthanded in the back for this one.

JANUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Needs more time Ruggeri (thigh) was not named in Salernitana's squad list to face Fiorentina Saturday.

Impact Ruggeri has improved as he returned to limited practices earlier in the week, but he is not ready to perform. He has been out since mid-September because of two consecutive thigh strains. Luca Ranieri has taken over the left-back position in the meantime.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain sidelined Ruggeri (thigh) will not return in Saturday's match versus Milan, Ottopagine reports.

Impact Ruggeri will continue to miss time with a second thigh injury in a row and he has yet to practice in any capacity since picking it up. Luca Ranieri, Frederic Veseli and Pawel Jaroszynski will be the top options on the various roles on the left flank Saturday.

DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still missing Ruggeri (thigh) has not practiced during the break, Salernitana informed.

Impact Ruggeri was limited to some rehab work in the past two weeks following a second thigh strain and needs more time to return. Luca Ranieri and Pawel Jaroszynski will continue to divvy up the minutes at left-back.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Should be back after next break Ruggeri has been unable to practice throughout the week, but the new injury is less severe than the previous one and he should return after the third international break, Il Mattin...

Impact Ruggeri picked up a new thigh strain as he was on the verge of returning from a previous one, although it was not a relapse as it was to the other leg. Luca Ranieri and Pawel Jaroszynski will be the top choices on the left flank until Ruggeri is ready to contribute.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up new injury Ruggeri suffered a new thigh injury in a different area of the previous one, coach Stefano Colantuono informed.

Impact Ruggeri was closing in on a return after six weeks on the mend with a significant strain. He is still being fully evaluated, but he will probably miss the upcoming stretch of games before the third international break. Luca Ranieri will remain the top option on the left wing.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Ruggeri (thigh) was omitted from Salernitana's squad list to face Spezia Saturday.

Impact Ruggeri suffered a severe thigh strain in mid-September and is not ready yet. However, he is no longer undergoing therapies and has been practicing in a limited fashion over the last couple of days. It should not take him long to return to the squad list. In the meantime, Luca Ranieri and Pawel Jaroszynski will continue filling in at left-back.

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with strain Ruggeri has suffered a strain of the semitendinosus muscle in the left thigh and will be re-evaluated in ten days, Salernitana announced.

Impact Ruggeri will miss the next three matches and likely more as it generally takes three-to-four weeks to recover from this kind of injury, Luca Ranieri and Pawel Jaroszynski will pick up the slack on the left wing. The latter missed the last game due to a minor injury. Salernitana will host Atalanta Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up muscular problem against Torino Ruggeri sent in three inaccurate crosses, had two clearances and one block and suffered an apparent thigh injury in Sunday's 0-4 loss to Torino.

Impact Ruggeri had to stop during a sprint while chasing after an opponent and needed to be carried into the locker room by the medical staff. He will take some tests in the next few days as the problem seemed significant. Luca Ranieri and Pawel Jaroszinsky are the next in line on the left flank. Salernitana will host Atalanta Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE