Mattia Bani - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Takes three shots against Atalanta Bani registered three shots (one on goal), one interception and three clearances in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Bani was back in the starting line after three months as he missed time with a thigh injury, and then the coach rolled with different defenders. He led his team in attempts despite his role, as he was a presence on set pieces, but wasn't great in the back. He'll compete with Johan Vasquez (ankle), Koni De Winter and Sebastian Otoa for two spots in the final game. He has notched seven tackles (three won), two interceptions, 21 clearances and four blocks in his last five outings (four starts).

MAY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

DNP versus Lazio Bani (thigh) didn't play in Wednesday's game versus Lazio.

Impact Bani had a few more days to get ready, but the staff still erred on the side of caution and deployed Sebastian Otoa over him, who was sent off early. He might be eased into action for a game or two before resuming starting, as he has suffered two separate muscular injuries in the last couple of months. Stefano Sabelli's minutes will be impacted by his return.

APRIL 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Healthy as expected Bani (thigh) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Lazio.

Impact Bani has returned to the team sheet after some time out due to a thigh injury, missing the club's past five games due to the issue. He will look to return to the starting XI after testing his legs, as he has started in all 17 of his appearances this season.

APRIL 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returning in Lazio tilt Bani (thigh) "will be selected for Monday's match versus Lazio," coach Patrick Vieira stated.

Impact Bani has completed his rehab from a thigh strain and will likely begin on the bench after five matches on the shelf. He'll return will impact Stefano Sabelli or Koni De Winter eventually. He has notched 10 tackles (five won), two interceptions and 24 clearances in his last five starts, contributing to two clean sheets.

APRIL 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Juventus tilt Bani (thigh) won't play Saturday versus Juventus, Il Secolo XIX reported.

Impact Bani was diagnosed with a thigh lesion just less than a month ago and isn't yet in the final stage of the rehab, which could lead to more absences. Stefano Sabelli or Brooke Norton-Cuffy will keep replacing in the XI, with Koni de Winter moving to the middle of the defense.

MARCH 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will skip a pair of matches Bani has been diagnosed with a left biceps femoris strain, Genoa relayed.

Impact Bani is expected to return after the next international break if the rehab goes well, skipping the fixtures versus Cagliari and Lecce. Stefano Sabelli, Alan Matturro and Sebastian Otoa will soak up his minutes.

MARCH 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hurt in Empoli game Bani had five clearances and two tackles in 55 minutes before exiting Sunday's 1-1 draw with Empoli due to a thigh injury, Primo Canale reported.

Impact Bani felt some discomfort while chasing after an opponent and quickly bowed out. He was substituted by Stefano Sabelli, with Koni De Winter moving to the center-back. He'll be assessed before Friday's game versus Cagliari.

MARCH 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs nine clearances in Inter match Bani won one of three tackles and registered one cross (zero accurate), nine clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Inter Milan.

Impact Bani plugged several holes in his second straight start after an injury, but Genoa didn't manage to resist the whole game despite a fiery defensive effort. He'll be a fixture of the formation if he stays healthy. He has notched tackles (five won), three interceptions and 30 clearances in his last five showings, contributing to three clean sheets.

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Torino game Bani (thigh) didn't feature in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Torio.

Impact Bani was back from a thigh problem but the coaching side erred on the side of caution and trusted Alan Matturro in this one. Koni De Winter will also be in the mix next week after a disqualification. The two had been playing together at the expense of Stefano Sabelli in previous bouts.

FEBRUARY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Torino Bani (thigh) "trained with us this week and is good to go for Saturday," coach Patrick Vieira announced.

Impact Bani is fit after sitting out two games due to a minor thigh problem and could make a quick return to the starting XI, replacing Stefano Sabelli or Koni De Winter, if he feels good on game day. He has posted six tackles (four won), four interceptions and one block in his last six appearances, contributing to two clean sheets.

FEBRUARY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return against Fiorentina Bani (thigh) "will miss Sunday's match versus Fiorentina but will likely be back versus Torino," coach Patrick Vieira stated.

Impact Bani will sit out the second match in a row due to a thigh issue but shouldn't stay on the mend for much longer. Stefano Sabelli could benefit again, as Koni De Winter will likely stay in the middle and open up minutes at right-back. Alan Matturro and Sebastian Otoa are the alternative options.

JANUARY 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Monza Bani (thigh) "won't be available Monday versus Monza, but his injury is minor," coach Patrick Vieira relayed.

Impact Bani will skip at least one game but has avoided a lesion that would have knocked him out for multiple weeks. Koni de Winter could move to the middle, with Stefano Sabelli or Brooke Norton-Cuffy at right back. Alan Matturro is also a candidate to fill in.

JANUARY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Off in first half against Roma Bani recorded one tackle (zero won) and one clearance in 32 minutes in Friday's match versus Roma before leaving due to an apparent thigh injury, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Bani couldn't continue after pulling up and getting some treatment in the area. He'll be examined before January 27's game versus Monza. The coach replaced him with Stefano Sabelli, moving Koni De Winter to the middle of the defense.

JANUARY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Busy versus Empoli Bani generated one tackle (zero won), nine clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Empoli.

Impact Bani anchored the defense throughout the game and filled it up, but Genoa missed out on the clean sheet in this one. He has helped keep two in the last four rounds, posting two tackles (one won), six interceptions and 21 clearances.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Helps keen clean sheet versus Milan Bani registered two clearances and one interception in Sunday's 0-0 draw against AC Milan.

Impact Bani didn't amass stats like other Genoa defenders but had a good showing nonetheless. He has seen full minutes since returning from injury, totaling three tackles (one won), four interceptions and 19 clearances, with two clean sheets.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs seven clearances versus Torino Bani (undisclosed) had one interception and seven clearances and drew one foul in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Torino.

Impact Bani managed to play the whole game despite an ailment and contributed to a rare clean sheet with a tidy performance in the back. It's his first in the campaign. He has notched four tackles (two won), four interceptions and 24 clearances in his last five showings (all starts).

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Bani (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Torino.

Impact Bani is back with the club for Saturday's match as expected, missing no time due to his undisclosed issues. He should remain in the starting XI moving forward, as he has yet to miss a start this season when fit.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Torino game Bani (undisclosed) has been selected for Saturday's match versus Torino.

Impact Bani came out a little early in the previous game simply due to cramps and should be able to stay in the XI on Saturday. He has notched cour tackles (two won), seven interceptions and 18 clearances in his last five starts, with no clean sheets.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury Bani recorded one tackle (zero won), five clearances and one interception in Sunday's 2-0 win versus Udinese. He was subbed off due to injury in the 80th minute.

Impact Despite a clean sheet, Genoa's team was without Bani for all of the game, as he suffered an undisclosed injury that prevented him from logging 90 minutes Sunday. Up next for Genoa is a Torino game Saturday.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Notches five clearances versus Cagliari Bani (thigh) won one of two tackles and had one key pass, one interception and five clearances in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Cagliari.

Impact Bani saw a full complement of minutes in his return from a lengthy absence and held his own in the back even though his side conceded on two PKs. He'll be a mainstay going forward if he manages to stay healthy.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in Cagliari game Bani (thigh) is in the initial XI to face Cagliari on Sunday.

Impact Bani has been working regularly with the rest of the group for a couple of weeks and is getting the nod over Alessandro Vogliacco and Johan Vasquez in the back. He'll be a staple if he avoids further injuries.

NOVEMBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to full training Bani (thigh) resumed working regularly with the rest of the group Friday, La Repubblica reported.

Impact Bani has sat out the last five matches due to a supposedly minor thigh problem. He'll have over a week to work on his conditioning, which could allow him to get the nod in the next fixture versus Cagliari. Alessandro Vogliacco and Alan Matturro have filled in while he and Koni de Winter (thigh) were missing. He's one of the apical options when available. He has started five times so far, notching two tackles, eight interceptions, 12 clearances and two blocks, with no clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit more bouts Bani (thigh) "is working to return as soon possible, and we hope he could be with us next week." coach Alberto Gilardino relayed.

Impact Bani will be sidelined for at least two more games with an injury that has proven more severe than initially believed. It'll be challenging for him to return before the break since Genoa will have three short turnarounds in a row. The coach has tweaked the scheme without him and Koni de Winter (thigh), switching to a four-man back-line with Johan Vasquez and Alessandro Vogliacco in the middle.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Absent versus Lazio Bani (thigh) won't be available Sunday against Lazio, coach Alberto Gilardino announced.

Impact Bani will continue to be evaluated on a game-to-game basis as his problem isn't believed to be serious. Alessandro Marcandalli and Alan Matturro got a rare start last week, but Alessandro Vogliacco and a different scheme are also options.

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit out Bologna tilt Bani (thigh) "will be unavailable Saturday, and his return will be evaluated later on," coach Alberto Gilardino stated.

Impact Bani has reportedly escaped without substantial issues after bowing out in the previous game but didn't manage to get completely healthy during the break, Alessandro Vogliacco will fill in for him as in previous instances.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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