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Unused against Lecce Tavares (calf) didn't play in Sunday's 2-0 draw with Lecce.

Impact Tavares wasn't rushed back from a calf problem and didn't log a single minute. He'll have better chances of featuring versus Milan with another week of training in his legs, but Luca Pellegrini and Manuel Lazzari have been serviceable, while Tavares hasn't always been on point defensively.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option Tavares (calf) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Leece.

Impact Tavares was deemed ready for Sunday's match and is now with the team, as the defender earned a spot on the bench. This is solid news for the club, as he is their starting left-back, starting in all but two games he has been available for this season.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Lecce contest Tavares (calf) was spotted training with the rest of his teammates Wednesday, Tuttomercatoweb relayed.

Impact Tavares will be called up for Sunday's match versus Lecce after sitting out four games but could be handled carefully given his injury history. Luca Pellegrini or Manuel Lazzari would get another shot if Tavares didn't start. He had made the XI in six of seven appearances beforehand, posting seven key passes, 32 crosses (seven accurate), six tackles and six clearances, with no clean sheets or goal contributions.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up calf problem Tavares has been diagnosed with a left soleus strain in his calf after experiencing some discomfort in training, Lazio announced.

Impact Tavares will be sidelined for the upcoming stretch of games and will attempt to return right after the next international break. His deputy, Luca Pellegrini (knee), is a late call for the Juventus clash. If he's not ready, the coach would move Adam Marusic or Elseid Hysaj to the left wing, with Manuel Lazzari likely starting on the right one. Center-back Oliver Provstgaard can also handle the position in a more defensive look.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Poor in derby with Roma Tavares won one of one tackles and had one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Roma.

Impact Tavares had a much more muted display relative to the previous two games and turned the ball over near his box ahead of the lone-game winning game. He was replaced at halftime following the error, which might cost him minutes in the next rounds as well. Luca Pellegrini was more energetic upon subbing in. He has taken at least a shot and delivered one or more crosses in his first four appearances, totaling five (zero on target) and 24 (five accurate) respectively and logging seven key passes and 10 corners, with no clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

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SEPTEMBER 21 • Associated Press

Registers most crosses Tavares generated two shots (zero on goal), 13 crosses (four accurate) and seven corners in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Sassuolo.

Impact Tavares registered the most crosses in the game, created five chances and also made a tackle and a clearance. Tavares has recorded 23 crosses and created six chances in three games.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in nine crosses against Verona Tavares won one of two tackles and registered one shot (zero on goal), nine crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 4-0 victory over Verona.

Impact Tavares led his team in deliveries but lacked accuracy and was unable to make the stat sheet, unlike several of his teammates in the goal fest. He has notched one key pass, 10 crosses (one accurate) and three corners through two tilts.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Solid effort despite loss Tavares had one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Como.

Impact Tavares delivered a solid defensive effort with two tackles (one won), an interception and a clearance. He also racked up 25 completed passes, a mark that he reached in 16 of his 23 appearances last season.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Lazio on permanent move Tavares is joining Lazio on a permanent move at the end of his loan spell in Italy, the club announced.

Impact Tavares has completed a permanent move to Lazio after spending the 2024-25 season on loan with the Serie A side, where he tallied nine assists in 30 appearances. The Portuguese left-back joined Arsenal from Benfica in 2021 and made 28 appearances for the club, scoring once in a 3-1 win over Manchester United. He also earned his first senior cap for Portugal during his loan spell at Lazio.

JUNE 5 • ROTOWIRE

Tough and surprising finish Tavares had one shot (zero on goal), 12 crosses (three accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Lecce.

Impact Tavares is without an assist in 15 appearances since November. This part should not be so surprising. For his Premier League and Ligue 1 seasons, three, Tavares logged only one assist. However, it is worth noting that he began his Serie A career with an unparalleled pace in the form of eight goals across as many games. Compared to 2024-25, none of Tavares' other seasons compares. But with expectations set as a result, he will aim for significantly improved form come the summer.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Starts for season finale Tavares (calf) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Lecce.

Impact Tavares will not miss any time with his calf injury as expected, with the defender fit enough to make the starting XI Sunday. This will be his second consecutive start, now starting in 23 of his 24 league appearances this campaign.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Won't miss time Tavares exited due to cramps last week and dealt with a fever afterward but will be available Sunday, Sky Italy relayed.

Impact Tavares got banged in the past game and has been under the weather but logged two full practices in a row and is in the running to start with Luca Pellegrini and Elseid Hysaj. He has been in and out of the lineup in the last few months. He has totaled four shots (zero on target), three chances created, 23 crosses (four accurate) and three corners in his last five displays.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves early against Inter Tavares had four crosses (zero accurate), one off-target shot and one interception in 65 minutes in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Inter before subbing off due to a calf problem, Gianluca...

Impact Tavares looked reasonably well after considering that he hadn't played in a month but was again forced to exit early due to a physical problem right after getting hit in the area. He'll undergo some tests to determine whether he suffered more than a knock or cramps. Lazio will have Luca Pellegrini back to relieve him against Lecce if need be.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Gets the call for Inter game Tavares (thigh) is in the XI for Sunday's match versus Inter.

Impact Tavares is drawing the nod despite missing the past four matches, and six of the last seven due to two thigh injuries in a row. The coach went with him over Elseid Hysaj opposite Adam Marusic, while Luca Pellegrini, who had replaced him in the past month, is suspended.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Inter clash Tavares (thigh) has trained fully for most of the week and will be an option Sunday, Tuttomercatoweb reported.

Impact Tavares is fit after sitting out four matches and is considered in contention to start since Luca Pellegrini is disqualified and Manuel Lazzari (undisclosed) is iffy. He, Elseid Hysaj, and Adam Marusic will compete for two spots, although they could also feature all three from the get-go if the coach opts for a cautious scheme. He has registered five shots (one on target), five key passes, 28 crosses (seven accurate) and three corners in his last five outings (four starts).

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Might return this season Tavares has avoided a season-ending thigh injury, but his timetable is up in the air following multiple problems in the same area, Corriere dello Sport relayed.

Impact Tavares could be back against either Juventus and Inter, but the team is treating him week-to-week, as they have rushed him back a couple of times already, and he quickly got hurt again. Luca Pellegrini has been filling in well in the last few games.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Still waiting to take tests Tavares (thigh) won't be available against Genoa but has yet to undergo the exams after subbing off versus Bodo/Glimt, Il Messaggero reported.

Impact Tavares is likely waiting for some swelling to subside. There's not much optimism about the extent of the injury at this stage, but only the tests will clarify the situation. Luca Pellegrini will likely get the call in this one.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Hurt in return from injury Tavares had one secondary assist, one shot (zero on target), nine crosses (three accurate) and two corners in 26 minutes on Thursday but was forced off by a relapse of his injury,...

Impact Tavares was deployed in the second half and got busy, helping his team tie the clash on aggregate. However, he bowed out shortly after the start of overtime and was visibly upset. He's set for tests to assess the damage.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for return leg versus Bodo Tavares (thigh) made Lazio's squad list to face Bodo/Glimt on Thursday.

Impact Tavares has recovered quickly from his latest thigh issue and could get in on the action if needed after logging a pair of full sessions this week. He has registered five shots (one on target), four chances created, 21 crosses (four accurate) and five tackles (three won) in his last five showings.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with strain Tavares suffered a right adductor strain in the Atalanta match and will be shelved for 15-to-20 days, Il Messaggero reported.

Impact Tavares will return in late April or early May, missing multiple matches considering also the continental ones. Adam Marusic, Elseid Hysaj and Luca Pellegrini will be the options for the left-back position in the foreseeable future. Pellegrini isn't eligible to play in the Europa League, which might lead to regular minutes in Serie A.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Off in first half against Atalanta Tavares recorded two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in 34 minutes before exiting Sunday's match versus Atalanta due to an apparent thigh issue, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Tavares appears to have sustained a relapse of the injury that sidelined him for the past two matches and frequently hampered him in the last couple of months. He's poised for more exams on it. Luca Pellegrini substituted for him in this one.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Tavares (thigh) is in the starting XI for Sunday's trip to Atalanta.

Impact Tavares returns to action after not featuring in Lazio's previous two fixtures. The fullback is a regular starter when fit having provided eight assists in 20 league appearances.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Atalanta clash Tavares (thigh) has had a clean week of training and will be in contention to start Sunday versus Atalanta, Corriere dello Sport informed.

Impact Tavares could have perhaps returned last week, but he and the staff decided to play it safe and give him more time since he has endured a few minor injuries in the second half of the season. If fit enough, he could get the nod over either Elseid Hysaj or Adam Marusic. Both teammates can also star on the right flank. He has totaled 10 shots (two on target), nine key passes, 34 crosses (five accurate) and eight tackles (six won) in his last six showings (all starts).

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Monday Tavares (thigh) didn't make Lazio's squad list to face Torino on Monday.

Impact Tavares will remain sidelined through the break even though the gaffer had hinted at his availability in the pre-game presser. He doesn't appear to have had a setback, but rather the staff decided to play it safe. Adam Marusic or Luca Pellegrini will play at left-back in this one.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

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