Nicolo Casale - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Unused in Sassuolo match Casale (thigh) didn't play in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Sassuolo.

Impact Casale was an option after missing two fixtures, but the coach rolled with Martin Vitik and Jhon Lucumi while Torbjorn Heggem was suspended. He'll be the third or fourth option in the back during the upcoming busy stretch of games.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Selected for Sassuolo bout Casale (thigh) has made Bologna's squad list to face Sassuolo on Sunday.

Impact Casale has recuperated from a thigh injury that sidelined him for two matches and the Supercoppa and will compete with Martin Vitik and Lorenzo De Silvestri to fill in for Torbjorn Heggem (suspension) next to Jhon Lucumi. He has logged 17 clearances, two blocks and two interceptions in his last four displays, contributing to one clean sheet.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with strain Casale suffered a low-grade left biceps femoris and will be out for three to four weeks, Bologna announced.

Impact Casale had just been reintegrated into the rotation but will have to sit out multiple fixtures like Martin Vitik in the same role. Starters Jhon Lucumi and Torbjorn Heggem will have to do the heavy lifting in the middle of the defense in the coming weeks, while Lorenzo De Silvestri will become the top deputy, adapting to the position as he has done in the most recent game.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Exits Lazio game early Casale was subbed off due to injury in the 39th minute of Sunday's game versus Lazio, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Casale got the nod over Jhon Lucumi amid some rotation and suffered an apparent muscular injury late in the first half and couldn't continue. He'll be assessed before Thursday's Europa League game versus Celta Vigo. The coach elected to field Lorenzo De Silvestri instead of the starter.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Strong defensive effort in win Casale recorded one tackle (zero won) and 13 clearances in Saturday's 3-0 win over Udinese.

Impact Casale made a game-high 13 clearances which were a factor for Bologna to neutralize their opposition in the weekend's visit. The center-back also won six of his 13 duels during his first 90-minute appearance of the current campaign. He's a member of the third-best defense in the competition, but his place in the lineup is not guaranteed as he competes with Jhon Lucumi, who was rested after serving international duty and is likely to regain a spot at some point.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unused after return Casale (thigh) didn't play against Freiburg and Pisa.

Impact Casale shook off a thigh problem but stayed on the bench, as he has to fight for minutes with multiple teammates who have done well so far. He appeared 15 times (nine starts) in the second half of last season, tallying 11 tackles, 17 interceptions, 42 clearances and even blocks and contributing to two clean sheets.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Freiburg match Casale (thigh) has made Bologna's squad list to face Freiburg in the Europa League on Thursday.

Impact Casale has recovered from a thigh strain that sidelined him for three weeks and will rejoin the rotation. Jhon Lucumi, Torbjorn Heggem and Martin Vitik have all seen consistent minutes while he was on the mend. He was generally the third option last season.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Absent for Milan clash Casale (thigh) hasn't been selected for Sunday's game versus Milan.

Impact Casale suffered a thigh lesion in late August and needs more time to make a full recovery. Two among Martin Vitik, Jhon Lucumi and Torbjorn Heggem will start in the middle of the defense.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with strain Casale sustained a low-grade right biceps femoris lesion and will be out for three to four weeks, Bologna announced.

Impact Casale will skip the upcoming fixture versus Como and will try to recuperate during the first international break. Martin Vitik and Jhon Lucumi will see the bulk of the minutes at the position while he's on the shelf, while Tobjorn Heggem and Stefan Posch will provide depth.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Subs off early versus Roma Casale recorded one clearance and one interception before exiting Sunday's tilt against Roma at halftime due to a thigh issue, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Casale got the start over newcomer Martin Vitik and had an okay showing but didn't return from the locker room after indicating some discomfort near the end of the first half. He'll be assessed in the coming days ahead of next Saturday's home game versus Como.

AUGUST 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bought out by Bologna Casale has inked a contract until 2028 with Bologna as the team officially exercised their clause to keep him from Lazio following a loan spell.

Impact Casale had a rotational role last season but showed enough to convince the club to keep him around, as both starter Jhon Lucumi and Sam Beukema are drawing interest. He has totaled 11 tackles, 17 interceptions, 42 clerances and seven blocks in 15 Serie A appearances (nine starts), contributing to two clean sheets. He also featured four times in the Champions League.

MAY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in season finale Casale assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Genoa.

Impact Casale set up Riccardo Orsolini's goal in the 64th minute Sunday, a strike which cut the deficit to 3-2. It marked his first assist of the season, and his first Serie A assist since the 2022-23 season. He finishes the season with one assist and two clean sheets across his 15 appearances (nine starts).

MAY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Juventus game Casale (shoulder) didn't play in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Juventus.

Impact Casale shook off a shoulder injury that cost him two matches but didn't get minutes. He might have a better shot in Friday's match versus Milan, as the coach might rest some starters ahead of the Coppa Italia final a few days later.

MAY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return versus Juventus Casale (shoulder) rejoined the rest of the team in training ahead of Sunday's match against Juventus, Bologna announced.

Impact Casale has recuperated from a minor shoulder injury that cost him the past two matches. He's usually the third option in the middle of the defense behind Sam Beukema and Jhon Lucumi. He has recorded one tackle (one won), seven interceptions, 18 clearances and one block in his last four displays, contributing to one clean sheet.

MAY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing sprain Casale has been diagnosed with a left AC joint sprain, Bologna announced.

Impact Casale is day-to-day and has been training on the side since the last match. He's set to skip at least Sunday's clash with Inter. He's usually the third option in the back. Martin Erlic will become the main alternative to the starters while he recovers.

APRIL 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in and out versus Atalanta Casale generated one tackle (one won) and three clearances in about 30 minutes in Sunday's game versus Atalanta before exiting due to a shoulder problem, Bologna announced.

Impact Casale replaced Jhon Lucumi, who didn't have a good first half, at the interval but was unable to finish the game after a hard fall. He was substituted by third-stringer Martin Erlic. He'll be examined to determine the severity of the problem in the next few days.

APRIL 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Spotless in Venezia tilt Casale had four clearances, one block and four interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Venezia.

Impact Casale relieved Jhon Lucumi, who played in South America during the break, and had an excellent performance in the back, filling it up while shackling down the adversaries. He has played in five of the last eight matches (three starts), posting 11 interceptions, 28 clearances and two blocks and helping keep two clean sheets.

MARCH 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs nine clearance against Milan Casale had one shot (zero on target), three interceptions and nine clearances in Thursday's 2-1 victory over Milan in Thursday's 2-1 win over AC Milan.

Impact Casale drew the start over Jhon Lucumi as Bologna had a busy week and more than held his own against dangerous opponents, setting a new season high in clearances. He has gotten minutes in four of the last six matches, totaling one tackle (zero won), eight interceptions and 27 clearnaces and contributing to one clean sheet.

FEBRUARY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Very busy versus Lecce Casale recorded six clearances and five interceptions in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Lecce.

Impact Casale drew a rare start as Sam Beukema was rested after a midweek cup game and had arguably his best display of the season, posting new season highs in two defensive categories. He has logged four tackles (two won), six interceptions and 14 clearances in his last five outings.

FEBRUARY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Has blunder versus Genoa Casale generated one tackle (zero won), three blocks, three clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Casale made the XI since Jhon Lucumi returned late from international duties and Martin Erlic (thigh) got hurt but, while he filled in up statistically, he had a dreadful giveaway that led to Genoa's first goal and kickstarted their comeback. He has registered four tackles (two won), six clearances and four blocks in his four appearances (two starts), with no clean sheets.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in against Atalanta Casale (thigh) had one clearance and one block in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Atalanta.

Impact Casale replenished the defense after Jhon Lucumi's red card but had an unremarkable stint and Atalanta eventually equalized. He'll tussle with Martin Erlic to replace the teammate versus Parma in the next Serie A round. He has posted two tackles, one interception, three clearances and three blocks in three appearances since joining late.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Atalanta tilt Casale (thigh) has been selected for Saturday's game versus Atalanta.

Impact Casale avoids missing time despite leaving the last game early but is a long shot to start as he trained on the side for most of the week. Jhon Lucumi, Sam Beukema and Martin Erlic have better odds of making the XI. He has tallied two tackles, one interception and two clearances in two appearances.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bows out early versus Monza Casale had two tackles (one won) and one clearance in 45 minutes in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Monza before leaving due to a physical problem, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Casale wasn't required to do much during his time on the pitch and didn't return after the interval due to an injury. He'll be assessed in the coming days. He had initially relieved the starter Sam Beukema due to some rotation in this one.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Own goal in debut Casale recorded an own goal, one clearance and one interception in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Como.

Impact Casale got off on the wrong foot in his first match after completing a loan move from Lazio to Bologna, redirecting a cross into his own net in the fifth minute of the match. The central defender would settle in to total an interception, on clearance and two blocks during his 80 minutes on the pitch. Casale's place in Biologn'a central-defensive pecking order will become more apparent once Martin Elric (thigh) and John Lucumi (international duty) are able to resume full training.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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