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Sound showing versus Juventus Viola had one shot (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Juventus.

Impact Viola made the XI for the second consecutive game and put up decent numbers in a match where Cagliari didn't attack a lot. He and Gianluca Gaetano will likely flip-flop as the top option at the no.10 position. He has notched three shots (one on target), two key passes and 19 crosses (four accurate) in four seasonal appearances.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Swings in six crosses in Parma game Viola recorded one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate), two tackels (two won) and three corners in Monday's 3-2 victory against Parma.

Impact Viola got the nod for the first time in the campaign and paced his side in deliveries primarily thanks to set pieces. He and Gianluca Gaetano will likely split duties at the no.10 position going forward. He has logged two off-target shots, two chances created and 15 crosses (three accurate) in three displays.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Shows well in Empoli tilt Viola drew two fouls and generated seven crosses (two accurate), one key pass and four corners in 30 minutes in Friday's 2-0 defeat to Empoli.

Impact Viola saw decent minutes for just the second time in the season and put up numbers primarily thanks to set pieces. He thrived as a super sub last season, but the new coach hasn't leaned on him much so far.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Unused agaisnt Como Viola (undisclosed) didn't play in Monday's 1-1 draw with Como.

Impact Viola returned to the game-day squad list but isn't totally right yet and didn't get minutes. He's behind Alessandro Deiola and Matteo Prati at the moment, plus he has to compete also with Antoine Makoumbou and Mattia Felici.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Earns bench spot Viola (undisclosed) is on the bench for Monday's match against Como.

Impact Viola is back with the team as expected Monday, finding himself on the bench after battling an undisclosed issue. He is likely to see most of his time off the bench this campaign, sitting in more of a rotational role.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Como Viola (undisclosed) "isn't 100 percent but will be with us Monday," coach Davide Nicola relayed.

Impact Viola will be part of the squad after sitting out the opener but might not see minutes considering the gaffer's remarks. He tallied five goals, two assists, 38 shots (12 on target) and 33 key passes in 26 matches (11 starts) last season while mostly operating as a super sub.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Out for opener Viola (undisclosed) "won't be available Sunday but will return next week," coach Davide Nicola announced.

Impact Viola picked up an ailment that won't allow him to play versus Roma but shouldn't be sidelined for long. Mattia Felici, Michel Adopo and Leonardo Pavoletti could benefit from his absence depending on which tactical direction the coach chooses.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Will skip Coppa Italia tilt Viola hasn't been selected for Monday's cup game versus Carrarese due to an ailment, coach Davide Nicola relayed.

Impact Viola spent part of the summer as a free agent and isn't fully ready to go yet. It remains to be seen whether he'll be available for Sunday's match versus Roma. He'll likely keep serving as a super sub in 2024/2025.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up numbers in Fiorentina tilt Viola created four chances and had four shots (zero on goal), nine crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Thursday's 3-2 loss against Fiorentina.

Impact Viola was handed a rare start in the season finale and had one of his best showings of the year, leading his team in multiple offensive categories. He has tallied five goals, two assists, 38 shots (12 on target) and 134 crosses (43 accurate) this campaign. His future is uncertain since his contract is up at the end of June.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play against Milan Viola (thigh) didn't feature in Sunday's 5-1 defeat versus Milan.

Impact Viola was fit after a small injury but wasn't rushed back as the game quickly got out of hand for Cagliari. He has mostly operated as a super sub in the second half of the season, with a decent level of success since he scored all his five goals off the bench. Gianluca Gaetano and Gaetano Pio Oristation are also options in his role.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Viola (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against AC Milan.

Impact Viola makes his return to the team sheet Saturday, ending a two-game absence after overcoming a thigh issue. The midfielder will likely remain in a bench role moving forward, as he has mainly served off the bench recently, with his last start coming on Feb. 10.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Milan Viola (thigh) has been named in Cagliari's squad list to face Milan on Saturday.

Impact Viola is good to go after missing two games due to a thigh issue and will likely slot back into his super-sub role even though Cagliari are undermanned in the midfield without Antoine Makoumbou (knee), Gianluca Gaetano (suspension) and Jakub Jankto (ankle). He has scored twice in his last six appearances, adding six shots (three on target), one key pass and 15 crosses (two accurate).

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Viola will be sidelined for at least a couple of games due to a muscular distraction in hs left biceps femoris, L'Unione Sarda reported.

Impact Viola got hurt in training and will be out for two to three weeks to recuperate. He has generally operated as a super sub with great success. Gaetano Pio Oristanio, Jakub Jankto and Matteo Prati will soak up his minutes.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Levels Inter game late Viola scored one goal to go with three shots (two on target) and six touches in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Inter Milan.

Impact Viola once again delivered off the bench, putting it past Yann Sommer with a low-driven shot from inside the box. He has scored all his five seasonal goals as a sub, which might keep him in such a role. He has had two in the last five matches, totaling six shots (three on target), 13 crosses (two accurate) and five corners.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Bags winner off bench Viola scored a goal off two shots (one on target) after coming off the bench during Sunday's 2-1 win over Atalanta.

Impact Viola was brought in the 79th minute as part of a triple substitution and ended up as the hero for Cagliari as he headed home a cross from the right flank in the closing stages of the match. That's now four goals over 22 league appearances for the veteran playmaker, who's been mostly coming off the bench but will hope to get more playing time during upcoming contests.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers host of crosses against Verona Viola generated 11 crosses (two accurate), one chance created, one tackle (zero won) and four corners in Monday's 1-1 draw against Verona.

Impact Viola didn't start but came off the bench at halftime and paced his team in crosses thanks to his set-piece prowess, but he wasn't super precise. He has split minutes with Eldor Shomurodov and Gianluca Gaetano in recent fixtures and hasn't started in six consecutive ones. He has tallied 15 crosses (three accurate), five corners and three tackles (one won) in his last four showings.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Torino Viola scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), 15 crosses (seven accurate), and six chances created in Friday's 1-2 loss versus Torino.

Impact Viola didn't get the start due to an ailment, the coach stated after the game, which didn't prevent him from coming off the bench, putting together one of the busiest performances of the season, and hitting the net with a gem. He paced his team in key passes and deliveries, tying his season-best in the first case. He had made the XI five times in a row before this match. He has logged one goal, one assist, 13 shots (five on target), and 44 crosses (17 accurate) in the last five rounds. Cagliari will visit Roma next Monday.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in draw Viola assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (four accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Lecce.

Impact Viola recorded his second assist of the season Saturday. That match marked just the second time this season Viola has played 90 minutes, but he has contributed notably to the Cagliari attack while on the pitch. Viola has started four of the last five matches. In that time he has attempted 42 crosses (19 accurate) and taken 25 corner kicks.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Impacts both ends, set-pieces Viola recorded two shots (one on goal), 13 crosses (five accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Empoli.

Impact Viola had a big game in what was an overall tepid contest for both sides, taking seven corners and creating three chances. He is instrumental to his side in both attack and defense and continues to contribute on set pieces on a consistent basis.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Well-rounded effort in loss Viola generated two shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Verona. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 57th mi...

Impact Viola picked up his fifth start of the season and delivered a well-rounded effort after sitting out the last match. This also marked the fifth game of the year in which he was responsible for at least two chances created. On the other side of the ball, Viola has won all four of his tackles across over the span of the last four games.

DECEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shows well in Juventus contest Viola generated three shots (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate), three chances created, and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Juventus.

Impact Viola was rewarded for his recent showings with his first start of the season and, while he didn't contribute to the goal, he picked up stats across the board on offense. He has done better than his main rival Matteo Mancosu since Cagliari started playing with a no.10, but they have cycled through a few schemes. He has scored twice and added one assist, eight shots, and six chances created in the last four games.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets opening goal Viola scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Genoa. In addition, he was given a yellow card...

Impact Viola opened the scoring in Sunday's match by netting a goal in the 48th minute off of a Gaetano Pio Oristanio assist. The midfielder has now bagged a goal contribution in his last appearance despite only appearing as substitute. He has only held a rotational role this season but may start to see time in the starting XI after a great three-match run.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate in Frosinone game Viola assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 4-3 victory over Frosinone.

Impact Viola was impactful off the bench for his second week in a row, as he was a menace with his set pieces and found Leonardo Pavoletti for the equalizer with a sharp one. He has likely earned more playing time going forward. He has notched four shots (one on target), three key passes, and 15 crosses in four appearances off the bench.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Finds target versus Salernitana Viola scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), seven crosses (two accurate), and two corners in 45 minutes in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Salernitana.

Impact Viola got very busy off the bench, led his team in crosses since he took care of set pieces, and found the target with an easy header on a sneaky cut through the middle. He has played just three times so far, but this performance will likely help him going forward. He has registered three shots (one on target), one key pass, and 11 crosses (two accurate).

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE