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Wins appeal in Europa League Zaniolo is eligible to play in Thursday's game versus Ludogorets, as his ban was reduced from three to two matches, which he served, but he remains in doubt due to a big hematoma i...

Impact Zaniolo will be further assessed prior to the match as the issue isn't severe but is rather painful, the coach informed. If he couldn't go or was initially spared, Andrea Belotti would likely join Tammy Abraham up front.

NOVEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and subs off versus Verona Zaniolo took one shot on target, drew three fouls, had one interception, and scored a goal in 57 minutes in Monday's 3-1 win over Verona before bowing out due to a thigh contusion,...

Impact Zanioli tucked it in the empty net after Tammy Abraham hit the post to score his first goal in domestic play in ages. However, he got hit on the muscle and couldn't gut it out. He's currently suspended for the midweek Europa League clash against Ludogorets, although the team has appealed. He will be monitored ahead of Sunday's derby with Lazio.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers three crosses against Napoli Zaniolo won three of four tackles and eight duels and had one shot (zero on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 0-1 loss against Napoli.

Impact Zaniolo returned to the XI and turned in a fairly energetic shift and was the sprier attacker for his side, but that didn't lead to a major offensive output. He has yet to score in the season, while he has picked up one assist in Europa League. He has notched nine shots (two on target), two chances created, and four crosses (one accurate) in the last five games. Roma will face Verona away next Monday.

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for two more Europa games Zaniolo has been handed a three-match ban in Europa League for hitting an opponent with the ball away from the play.

Impact Zaniolo served the first game of his punishment last week, and he will have to sit out also the matches versus Ludogorets and HJK Helsinki, barring a successful appeal. Andrea Belotti, Stephan El Shaarawy, and Eldor Shomurodov should get some run in Europa League.

OCTOBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Used as sub versus Sampdoria Zaniolo won two duels, drew two fouls, and had two shots (one on goal) in 21 minutes in Monday's 1-0 victory over Sampdoria.

Impact Zaniolo didn't put up great stats but did provide a spark off the bench with his cuts and dynamism. He'll be in contention with Andrea Belotti and Tammy Abraham in the upcoming fixtures. He has logged ten shots (two on target), two chances created, and three crosses (one accurate) in the last five appearances. Roma will host Napoli Sunday.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 6, 2022 • Associated Press

Sent off against Betis Zaniolo was shown a straight red card during Thursday's clash with Betis.

Impact Zaniolo was sent off deep in stoppage time for an inexplicable foul, lashing out at a Betis player violently. It's possible the suspension is more than just a single game, but at the very least Zaniolo will miss the reverse fixture against Betis on Thursday. His suspension in Europe will likely guarantee Zaniolo a full 90 in domestic competition against Lecce on sunday.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet versus Inter Zaniolo drew two fouls, won two duels, and had one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Inter Milan.

Impact Zaniolo played almost the entire game, which hadn't happened in a while, but he didn't get much going. He has provided an assist and added 19 shots (four on target), six chances created, and two inaccurate crosses in five games. Roma will host Lecce next Sunday.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with dislocated shoulder Zaniolo has suffered a dislocated left shoulder in Monday's match versus Cremonese and will be out for three-to-four weeks, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Zaniolo won't require surgery and reassured fans on his social media pages that the problem wasn't too severe. He will sit out four or five matches. He was replaced by Stephan El Shaarawy in this one. Nemanja Matic could also get some run, with Lorenzo Pellegrini moving to a more offensive role.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Off injured Monday Zaniolo was forced off in the first half of Monday's match with Cremonese due to a shoulder injury.

Impact Zaniolo was forced off in the final moments of the first half after succumbing to a shoulder or collarbone injury after a challenge in the closing moments. It's been an injury-plagued career for the attacker, but he will hope to avoid serious injury with more information being available following the match.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Draws six fouls against Salernitana Zaniolo took four shots (one on target), created two scoring chances, drew six fouls and won eight duels in Sunday's 1-0 win over Salernitana.

Impact Zaniolo had a lively showing and co-led his team in shots, but he could have had a bigger day since he missed a pair of sitters. The coach fielded all the attackers in this one, but that may not be the case often. He posted two goals, two assists, 70 shots (20 on target) and 28 chances in 28 appearances last season. Roma will host Cremonese next Monday.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Mourinho's Roma win Europa Conference League Jose Mourinho became the first manager to lift all three UEFA club competitions after guiding Roma to the inaugural Europa Conference League...

AUGUST 9, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Jose Mourinho masterclass, Nicolo Zaniolo fairy tale: How Roma won the Europa Conference League final Jose Mourinho proved he still has the nous to lift European silverware as Roma beat Feyenoord in the Europa Conference League final. Nicolo...

MAY 25, 2022 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Draws PK against Torino Zaniolo (thigh) created one scoring chance, drew one foul and won one duel in 14 minutes in Friday's 3-0 win over Torino.

Impact Zaniolo saw limited action due to a recent thigh ailment, but he made an impact on the game by getting fouled in the box right away. He ends a pretty underwhelming season, his first complete one since two major knee injuries in a row, with two goals, two assists, 70 shots (20 on target) and 28 chances.

MAY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Should be option for Torino game Zaniolo (thigh) has been named in the initial squad list to face Torino Friday.

Impact Zaniolo is feeling better but will be further assessed on game day. He could replace Carles Perez in the XI if fit enough to do so. He has 13 shots (five on target), four chances and seven inaccurate crosses in the last five appearances, with no goals or assists.

MAY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable versus Venezia Zaniolo has been scratched for Saturday's game against Venezia due to a muscular issue, director Tiago Pinto told Sky Italy.

Impact Zaniolo might be dealing with something more than simple fatigue and will be evaluated throughout the next week. He is long shot to start in the last Serie A match against Torino since it will be just a few days before the European Conference League final.

MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could be rested versus Venezia Zaniolo might begin on the bench or be outright scratched against Venezia due to general fatigue, Radio Radio informs.

Impact Zaniolo might be given the day off considering the ailment and the fact that Roma will play against an opponent that has already been relegated. Felix Afena-Gyan or Eldor Shomurodov would get into the XI if that was the case.

MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet off bench against Fiorentina Zaniolo took one off-target shot, had one interception, drew two fouls and won five duels in 45 minutes in Monday's 0-2 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Zaniolo was used as a sub in this one, but he did not manage to provide a jolt in the second half. He has not picked up points in the last five appearances, where he has posted 14 shots (five on target), four chances and seven crosses (zero accurate). Roma will host Venezia Saturday.

MAY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fires five shots in Bologna game Zaniolo created two scoring chances, won five duels, took five shots (two on target) and drew two fouls in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Bologna.

Impact Zaniolo led the Roma attack for the first hour of the game and seriously threatened Lukas Skorupski a couple of times, but the goalie answered the bell. He paced his team in shots in this one. He has not scored in seven Serie A matches, where he has tallied one assist, 24 shots (nine on target), 11 chances and 14 crosses (two accurate). Roma will visit Fiorentina next Monday.

MAY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 27, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Eligible to face Bologna Zaniolo served his one-game suspension in Saturday's 1-3 loss to Inter.

Impact Zaniolo will be available for next Sunday's home game against Bologna and likely start, also because Sergio Oliveira will be banned. He has provided one assist and tallied 11 shots (five accurate), three chances and 13 crosses (one accurate) in the last four appearances.

APRIL 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Inter clash Zaniolo took one shot on target, drew four fouls, had five successful take-ons and won 12 duels in Monday's 1-1 draw with Napoli and will miss one game due to yellow-card accumulat...

Impact Zaniolo was a key part of the offense and had an okay showing, although he mostly picked up stats on the fringes. He was booked for the tenth time in the season, triggering another one-game suspension. He subbed off as tweaked his ankle late, but he downplayed the problem after the match. He will have a couple of weeks to get healthy. Henrikh Mkhitaryan will likely return to the XI in Saturday's home game versus Inter.

APRIL 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in well in Salernitana game Zaniolo (thigh) took six shots (two on target), created one scoring chance, sent in two crosses and drew one foul in 45 minutes in Sunday's 2-1 win over Salernitana.

Impact Zaniolo came off the bench after missing one game due to a thigh problem, but he still paced his team in shots and he could have easily scored if it was not for the opponents' goalie or for his lack of aim. He will have to unseat Sergio Oliveira or Bryan Cristante to start in Monday's away game versus Napoli, as Roma fared well with a more defensive lineup. He has notched one assist, 15 shots, six chances and ten crosses in the last four appearances.

APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return versus Salernitana Zaniolo shook off his thigh ailment and could replace Lorenzo Pellegrini in the starting lineup in Sunday's game against Salernitana, Ansa reports.

Impact Zaniolo resumed training fully late in the week after skipping the previous match. He will compete with Felix Afena-Gyan to replace the suspended Lorenzo Pellegrini. He has posted one goal, two assists, 14 shots and 11 chances in his last five appearances.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable versus Sampdoria Zaniolo returned from international duties with a minor thigh problem and will miss Sunday's game against Sampdoria, Jose Mourinho announced.

Impact Zaniolo is reportedly dealing with a contracture, which limited him in practice in the lead-up to the game, but it is not a major problem. Sergio Oliveira will most likely start last in the previous contest, with Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Lorenzo Pellegrini featuring as no.10s. Felix Afena-Gyan and Eldor Shomorudov will have better chances to play sans Zaniolo.

APRIL 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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