MILAN BADELJ NEWS

Will sit Udinese tilt Badelj (thigh) is taking tests to determine the severity of his injury, coach Alberto Gilardino informed.

Impact Badelj won't be present against Udinese and might have to miss further contests afterward. Genoa won't have Kevin Strootman either Sunday. Morten Thorsby, Berkan Kutlu, Ruslan Malinovskyi, Junior Messias, and Filip Jagiello are the next men up in the midfield.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brought off early Badelj was forced off with an apparent injury during the first half of Thursday's clash with Roma.

Impact Badelj was forced off after just 11 minutes during Thursday's clash. The midfielder was replaced by Morten Thorsby who could see more time in the first team depending on how long Badelj is sidelined. Badelj's first chance to return would be a Sunday trip to Udinese.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively against Lazio Badelj had two tackles (zero won), four clearances and six interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Lazio.

Impact Badelj didn't contribute offensively but brought the hustle in the midfield and was key in stopping the opponents along with fellow veteran Kevin Strootman. He has logged two tackles, seven interceptions, and five clearances in two matches.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Bologna game Badelj (thigh) was not named in Genoa's squad list to face Bologna Saturday.

Impact Badelj hurt his thigh in the previous game and will be out for the season finale. He closes with one goal, 27 chances, 64 tackles and 85 interceptions in 34 appearances. Pablo Galdames, Morten Frendrup, Hernani and Nicolo Rovella will be the top options in the midfield Saturday.

MAY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off early against Napoli Badelj won one of two tackles, had two interceptions and one clearance and created one scoring chance in 24 minutes before limping off due to an apparent muscular injury in Sunday'...

Impact Badelj got off to a busy start but quickly limped off after clutching the back of his thigh following a tackle. He was replaced by Morten Frendrup in the midfield. He is headed to some tests to determine whether he could play in next week's season finale versus Bologna.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores with lone shot Badelj scored a goal with his lone shot while creating a chance and making four clearances during Sunday's 1-0 win over Cagliari.

Impact Badelj found the back of the net in the 89th minute claiming all three points for Genoa. The goal was the first of the season for the midfielder while his four clearances led Genoa in the win.

APRIL 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes six interceptions in loss Badelj had one off-target shot and made one tackle, one clearance, six interceptions and one block during Monday's 6-0 loss against Fiorentina.

Impact Badelj once again had a nice stat line playing in front of the defensive line, highlighted by a season-high six interceptions, but his numbers didn't prevent his side from being thrashed by the opposition. The defensive midfielder will try to help his side bouncing back during Sunday's home match against Udinese.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three duels in derby Badelj (illness) took one shot on target, had one interception and three clearances and won three duels in Friday's 1-3 loss to Sampdoria.

Impact Badelj returned after a one-game absence and had his usual gritty display in the midfield. He has recorded 11 chances created, 23 tackles, 35 interceptions and six crosses in 14 appearances. Genoa will face Lazio away Friday.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Badelj (illness) will be in the starting XI versus Sampdoria on Friday.

Impact Badelj recorded 17 interceptions, 10 tackles (six won) and three crosses (two accurate) in his previous five contests. The midfielder is unlikely to offer much in the way of offensive upside, so he shouldn't be expected to offer more than mid-range fantasy value.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back for Sampdoria clash Badelj has shaken off his illness and has returned to full practice in the lead-up of the Sampdoria match, Il Secolo XIX reports.

Impact Badelj sat out the previous match, but he was dealing with a non-COVID illness and managed to overcome it. He should reprise his starting role as the linchpin of the midfield. He has logged 23 tackles, 34 interceptions and 12 clearances so far, creating 11 chances.

DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Juventus match Badelj will miss Sunday's game versus Juventus because of the flu, but he has so far tested negative for COVID despite two cases within the staff, Genoa informed.

Impact Badelj came down with the illness during the night and should return for the following match provided he keeps testing negative for COVID. Genoa will have to go with an entirely new midfield since Nicolo Rovella and Stefano Sturaro are also absent. Pablo Galdames, Valon Behrami, Hernani, Abdoulaye Toure and Filippo Melegoni are in the running for three open spots.

DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in Empoli contest Badelj created three scoring chances, had three interceptions, won four of five tackles and had two successful take-ons in Friday's 2-2 draw with Genoa.

Impact Badelj was one of the most active men for his side in both phases and managed to stuff the stat sheet in this one. He has tallied six crosses, ten chances created, 22 tackles and 21 interceptions in ten starts. Genoa will face Roma at home after the break.

NOVEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return versus Fiorentina Badelj has been practicing regularly for the entire week after missing last week's match, coach Davide Ballardini announced.

Impact Badelj is on track to be available for Saturday's match versus Fiorentina, and he could get the start right away considering his importance to the team. He could replace Stefano Sturaro or Abdoulaye Toure in the midfield. He has posted five tackles, eight interceptions and two chances created in his first two matches.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Cagliari game Badelj (undisclosed) did not make Genoa's squad list to face Cagliari Sunday.

Impact Badelj is likely dealing just with some fatigue, as the coach stated that a few players are not in tip-top shape. He will be replaced by either Stefano Sturaro or Abdoulaye Toure.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fills stat-sheet against Inter Badelj created two scoring chances, had three interceptions, won two of four tackles and six duels in Saturday's 0-4 loss to Inter.

Impact Badelj picked up stats at both ends of the pitch, but it was not enough to keep things afloat for his team. He is set to continue being the anchor of the midfield like in the previous campaign. Genoa will host Napoli next Sunday.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus Cagliari Badelj (quad) did not feature in Saturday's 1-0 win over Cagliari.

Impact Badelj was available after a quad problem, but the coach went with the youngsters in the season finale. He finishes his season with one goal, four assists, 87 interceptions and 56 tackles in 30 appearances.

MAY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for finale Badelj (quad) is on the bench for Saturday's match versus Cagliari.

Impact Badelj wasn't healthy enough for a start and will have a limited role in the finale of a campaign where he's notched one goal and four assists from 30 appearances (29 starts).

MAY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Cagliari game Badelj (quad) has been named in Genoa's squad list to face Cagliari Saturday.

Impact Badelj is available after missing one game with a quad contusion, but it is possible the coach will continue to give minutes to the youngsters in the season finale, in particular Nicolo Rovella and Filippo Melegoni. Badelj has tallied two assists, four tackles, nine interceptions and four clearances in the last two appearances.

MAY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Atalanta match Badelj will miss Saturday's game versus Atalanta after picking up a quad contusion in the last game, Genoa informed.

Impact Badelj will look to recover for the final match of the season as the problem is not overly severe. Nicolo Rovella and Valon Behrami are the next men up to play in his position, and the former carries some value because he takes care of some set pieces.

MAY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

World Cup qualifying tournament reaching its climax

The lineup of teams at the World Cup in Russia will be confirmed over the next week.

NOVEMBER 7, 2017 • FOX SPORTS

Lazio sink Saint-Etienne in Europa thriller; Fiorentina win laugher

The Serie A side came from a goal behind to beat nine-man St. Etienne at Stadio Olimpico.

OCTOBER 1, 2015 • FOX SPORTS

Falque, Iturbe seal Roma's victory at Frosinone; Fiorentina top Genoa

Roma edge local rival Frosinone, while 10-man Fiorentina beat Genoa 1-0.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2015 • FOX SPORTS