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NOVEMBER 22 • Associated Press

Logs four interceptions in Roma game Mari registered one tackle (one won), three clearances, one block and four interceptions in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Roma.

Impact Mari turned in a good shift while starting over Pietro Comuzzo in the second straight round, but his team allowed two goals. He has posted three tackles (two won), six interceptions, 12 clearances and one block in his three seasonal appearances, contributing to one clean sheet.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Has another impressive performance Mari made one tackle, 11 clearances, four interceptions and one block during Sunday's 2-1 win over Empoli.

Impact Mari is the one of the top Serie A fantasy performers right now and he showed that again here, pacing all players in clearances with his third consecutive game with double digits. Despite having way less matches played than his competition, Mari is still among the league's top 10 in clearances, interceptions and blocks if his numbers with Monza and Fiorentina are combined.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up great numbers in Cagliari match Mari had one tackle (one won) and 19 clearances and committed three fouls in Wednesday's 2-1 win versus Cagliari.

Impact Mari easily set his new season high in clearances but didn't log many other stats, and his team conceded once. He has registered at least four clearances in the past four fixtures, averaging one tackle per game (two won) and recording 12 interceptions and seven blocks, helping keep three clean sheets.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 10 clearances in draw Mari had one shot on goal, made 10 clearances, five interceptions and one block and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Sunday's scoreless draw against Parma.

Impact Mari had another impressive performance at the heart of the defense, pacing all players in clearances and holding opposing forwards in check during the entire contest. The fact that the center-back already missed seven games this season don't help his total numbers but then, if we consider per game numbers, Mari is among the top 10 Serie A players in clearances, interceptions and blocks.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in Milan meeting Mari had four clerances, four blocks and two tackles (zero one) and was booked in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Milan.

Impact Mari turned in a good shift and put up stats even though his side conceded twice and left some holes in the second half. He has notched five tackles (two won), nine interceptions, 33 clearances and six blocks in the last five fixtures, with three clean sheets.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Impeccable in Atalanta match Mari had six clearances, four interceptions, one block and one tackle (zero won) in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Atalanta.

Impact Mari put together another great defensive performance while going against a fearsome frontline. He has started in four consecutive matches and has helped keep three clean sheets, posting three tackles (two won), nine interceptions and 29 clearances during such a stretch.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Shines in first Fiorentina start Mari made 13 clearances and helped his team to keep a clean sheet during Friday's 1-0 win over Lecce.

Impact Mari made his first start since joining Fiorentina and proved he's fully recovered from the thigh injury he sustained before the transfer by simply dominating opposing forwards and having a season high in clearances. If there were any doubts about Mari's status in his new team, this performance more than cements him as a starter for upcoming games.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

DNP against Como Mari (thigh) didn't come off the bench in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Como.

Impact Mari shook off his thigh injury but will have to wait for his Fiorentina debut. Luca Ranieri, Marin Pongracic and Pietro Comuzzo are ahead of him in the depth chart at the moment.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Como game Mari (thigh) "has recovered from his injury and trained with the group twice," coach Raffaele Palladino relayed.

Impact Mari has shaken off a thigh problem that shelved for more than a month. He'll have a smaller role at Fiorentina compared to his Monza days, especially in the early going. He has posted 10 tackles (six won), eight interceptions, 14 clearances and three blocks in his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit out Genoa fixture Mari (thigh) "is recovering from an injury and won't be called up Sunday, but it's not anything serious and will return in a short amount of time," coach Raffaele Palladino announc...

Impact Mari will have to wait for his Fiorentina debut as he'll remain sidelined with a thigh problem as he did in his final days at Monza.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Fiorentina Mari is headed to Fiorentina on a definitive switch from Monza, the two teams announced.

Impact Mari reunites with his previous coach Raffaele Palladino is will add veteran depth to the Fiorentina rearguard, joining Luca Ranieri, Pietro Comuzzo, Marin Pongracic and Nicolas Valentini. He's unlikely to play as frequently as he has done at Monza in the last two seasons and a half. He has totaled 26 tackles, 37 interceptions, 83 clearances and 21 blocks in 19 appearances this campaign, contributing to two clean sheets.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Genoa Mari (thigh) won't be an option Monday, coach Salvatore Bocchetti stated.

Impact Mari will skip the second contest in a row and is also reportedly in talks to leave the club. Monza could roll with the same defense they used last week since Andrea Caldirola (undisclosed) hasn't recovered either.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Saturday Mari (thigh) hasn't been called up for Saturday's game versus Bologna.

Impact Mari was touch and go but didn't pass a late fitness test and will have extra time to recover for the next game. Danilo D'Ambrosio, Andrea Carboni and Armando Izzo are the only available center-backs.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Bologna match Mari (thigh) "will be a late call for Saturday's game versus Bologna," coach Salvatore Bocchetti informed.

Impact Mari has avoided major injuries after bowing out early last week but might still miss some time. Danilo D'Ambrosio could replace him in the back, unless the gaffer opts for a different scheme.

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off versus Fiorentina Mari recorded one tackle (one won) and three clearances in 45 minutes in Monday's 2-1 win over Fiorentina, leaving at half-time due to a thigh issue, La Gazzetta dello Sport inform...

Impact Mari had a solid first half but didn't re-emerge from the locker room. He's headed for some exams. Monza will play versus Bologna on Saturday. The coach turned to winger Kevin Maussi Martins and changed the scheme because he didn't have other center-backs at his disposal, but Danilo D'Ambrosio will return from suspension in the next match.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Completes ban Mari served a one-game suspension in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Cagliari.

Impact Mari will return in next Monday's home game versus Fiorentina when Danilo D'Ambrosio will be unavailable for the same reason. He has posted 10 tackles (four won), 12 clearances and three blocks in his last five matches, with no clean sheets.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red in Parma game Mari picked up two yellow cards and was sent off in the 54th minute of Saturday's 2-1 loss to Parma after registering one tackle (zero won), two clearances and one interception bef...

Impact Mari was booked for the second time for stomping on an opponent's ankle in the box, causing the PK that led to Parma's first goal. He'll be unavailable for next Sunday's home game versus Cagliari. If Luca Caldirola (undisclosed) stays out, Andrea Carboni will likely move to the backline, with Pedro Pereira or Georgios Kyriakopoulous (thigh) on the left wing.

DECEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Puts up numbers versus Roma Mari recorded one tackle (zero won), five clearances, one clearance and three interceptions in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Roma.

Impact Mari had a sound display and filled it up even though his side conceded, which has happened more than a few times so far this season. He has logged 13 tackles (four won), 13 interceptions and 29 clearances in the last five games, with no clean sheets.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Decent performance despite loss Mari generated two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Genoa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 96th minute.

Impact Mari was decent from his center-back position Saturday despite the 1-0 loss, with the defender registering two shots and a chance created in the attack to go along with two interceptions and six clearances in the defense. He has started in both matches to begin the season, playing the full 90 in each.

AUGUST 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Paltry against Frosinone Mari (thigh) had two clerances and two blocks and committed one foul in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Monza.

Impact Mari avoided missing time despite an ailment but didn't have a noteworthy performance in this one, and his team allowed one goal. He has notched five tackles (all won), nine interceptions and 19 clearances in the last five rounds, with no clean sheets.

MAY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting on Sunday Mari (thigh) has made Monza's initial formation to face Frosinone on Sunday.

Impact Mari will get another nod as he avoided an injury after leaving early last week. He has logged six tackles (five won), 24 clearances and four blocks in the last five rounds, contributing to one clean sheet.

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Should be fine for Frosinone match Mari (thigh) will be at least an option for Sunday's game versus Frosinone, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Mari has avoided significant injuries after bowing out early last week and has practiced almost regularly afterward. He'll go through a late fitness test to determine whether he could retain his usual starting job. Otherwise, Danilo D'Ambrosio and Luca Caldirola would be the next men up.

MAY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off against Fiorentina Mari recorded one tackle (one won), five clearances, two blocks and two interceptions before exiting Monday's 2-1 win over Fiorentina at the 73rd minute due to an apparent adductor...

Impact Mari had a sound defensive performance, but that wasn't enough to stop the opponents, and he couldn't finish the game due to a muscular problem. Danilo D'Ambrosio or Luca Caldirola would get the start if he couldn't recover for Sunday's tilt versus Frosinone.

MAY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Piles up clearances against Bologna Mari had one tackle (zero won), seven clearances, one block and two interceptions in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Bologna.

Impact Mari filled the stat sheet while dealing with Joshua Zirkzee and the rest of the Bologna offense, which didn't break through in this one. He has totaled five tackles (one won), eight interceptions and 27 clearances in the last five matches, with two clean sheets.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE