PASQUALE MAZZOCCHI NEWS

Picks up calf injury Mazzocchi has been diagnosed with a left soleus strain following the Roma game, Napoli announced.

Impact Mazzocchi will be sidelined for about a month due to a muscular injury. He has backed up Giovanni Di Lorenzo and Matteo Politano in the last couple of months after opening the season as a starter. Leonardo Spinazzola and Alessio Zerbin will soak up his limited minutes.

NOVEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Well-rounded against Cagliari Mazzocchi registered two crosses (zero accurate), four clearances and two interceptions and two tackles in Sunday's 4-0 win versus Cagliari.

Impact Mazzocchi made his presence felt on both ends and won't face much competition as long as Giovanni Di Lorenzo keeps featuring as a center-back. He has logged three key passes, seven crosses (one accurate) and nine clearances in four matches.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Energetic in Fiorentina bout Mazzocchi recorded three crosses (two accurate), four clearances, one tackle (zero won) and two chances created in Friday's 2-2 draw versus Fiorentina.

Impact Mazzocchi was called upon to replace Giovanni Di Lorenzo (illness) and was dynamic on both ends, easily putting together his best showing since moving to Napoli. The teammate was out with an illness so he should be good to go for the season finale. He has posted two key passes, four crosses (three accurate) and four clearnces in his last three appearances.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Energetic in Milan game Mazzocchi won six dues and recorded one shot (zero on goal), one tackle (zero won), and three crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus AC Milan.

Impact Mazzocchi was decently dynamic while filling in for Mario Rui, co-led his team in deliveries and picked up stats on both ends. His minutes might take a hit with Mathias Olivera (knee) back in the fold. He has started once in his last five showings, registering four crosses (zero accurate), three shots and six tackles (three won).

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Assists winner Sunday Mazzocchi assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win against Verona.

Impact Mazzocchi assisted the winning goal Sunday as he set up Khvicha Kvaratskhelia's strike in the 87th minute which took the 2-1 lead. It was the only chance he created in the match. He also added one on-target shot and won one tackle in his 38 minutes off the bench.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Mazzocchi will be eligible to play in January 28's match versus Lazio after serving a one-game ban.

Impact Mazzocchi got the standard punishment after a rough tackle and will resume being a deputy in multiple roles. He has totaled six crosses (one accurate), nine clerances, and five tackles (three won) in his last five appearances.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in debut Mazzocchi was sent off in the second half of Sunday's match against Torino.

Impact Mazzocchi entered the match at halftime for his club debut and was sent off just five minutes into his first appearance for a reckless challenge. The defender will miss Napoli's next match against his former club, Salernitana, through suspension.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Napoli Mazzocchi has joined Napoli on a permanent deal from Salernitana, the team announced.

Impact Mazzocchi gets the opportunity to join a big team but will have a much smaller role, as he'll begin as a backup on either defensive flank, especially on the right, where Giovanni Di Lorenzo rarely rests. He has tallied 14 chances created, 42 crosses, and 25 tackles in 18 appearances this season. Flavius Daniliuc and Junior Sambia will replace him at Salernitana until they sign somebody else.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Silent in Atalanta contest Mazzocchi had two crosses (one accurate), three clearances, two interceptions, and two tackles (one won) in Monday's 1-4 loss against Atalanta.

Impact Mazzocchi had to defend more than usual in this one, as Salernitana went back to a four-man defense, and didn't have many opportunities to venture toward the final third, which capped his offensive output. He has posted one assist, six chances created, 12 crosses (five accurate), and 11 clearances in the last five rounds.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records four crosses Mazzocchi generated four crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Fiorentina.

Impact Mazzocchi once again led his team in crosses, whipping in five in the club's 3-0 loss. The winger now has 37 crosses on the season, with 13 chances created to go along with. He continues in a starting role, only missing out on the starting XI in two matches this season.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shows well in Lazio contest Mazzocchi won two of two tackles and three duels and had five crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win over Lazio.

Impact Mazzocchi often had his way down the flank, co-led his team in crosses along with Antonio Candreva, and was instrumental in the first goal with a powerful sprint down to the baseline. He has assisted once and added five key passes, 13 crosses (three accurate), and 11 tackles in the last five tilts. Salernitana will visit Fiorentina next Sunday.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate in Sassuolo tilt Mazzocchi assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and two chances created in Friday's 2-2 draw against Sassuolo.

Impact Mazzocchi collected his first point of the season with a timely through ball for Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi in the early going. He hasn't been super so far, but the new coach seems more committed to giving him major minutes. He has tallied three key passes, nine crosses (one accurate), and nine tackles in the last five tilts.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Energetic in Napoli calsh Mazzocchi had two crosses (zero accurate), four clearances, eight successful duels, and three tackles (two won) in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Napoli.

Impact Mazzocchi wasn't as involved in the offense as in previous matches but put up decent numbers on both ends in a difficult match-up. He has recorded 11 crosses (two accurate), seven tackles, and seven clearances in the last five games.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shows decently in Cagliari bout Mazzocchi won two of two tackles and registered five crosses (one accurate), three clearances, and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Cagliari.

Impact Mazzocchi had his best display in a while even though he technically played in a more defensive role following a coaching change. He has posted six key passes, 16 crosses (six accurate), and seven tackles in the last five matches.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in five crosses against Frosinone Mazzocchi registered one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (three accurate), and three chances created in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Frosinone.

Impact Mazzocchi had his most productive showing on the season as he was a nuisance in the final third. His form seems to be improving after a slow start. He has notched four chances created, 15 crosses (four accurate), and four tackles in five fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moderatively active versus Udinese Mazzocchi had four crosses (one accurate), one clearance, and one tackle in Monday's 1-1 draw against Udinese.

Impact Mazzocchi was decently energetic but didn't fill the stat sheet. He appears to be still rounding into shape. He has logged five crosses (one accurate), one tackle, and one clearance in two games.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check versus Roma Mazzocchi (thigh) had one inaccurate cross and one block and four touches in 66 minutes in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Roma.

Impact Mazzocchi got the start and played for an hour but didn't have his usual burst coming off a pre-season injury. He'll look to get into better condition for the upcoming matches. He's a minor weapon when he has it going.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to start Mazzocchi is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Roma.

Impact Mazzocchi was deemed fit from a thigh injury in the buildup to the match and makes the starting XI for Salernitana's opening match. The defender is one of the more active fullbacks in the league, crossing 90 times while scoring two goals last campaign.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available for opener Mazzocchi (thigh) "worked for the entire week and will be an option even though he can't play to the best of his capabilities yet," coach Paulo Sousa relayed.

Impact Mazzocchi has shaken off a thigh issue in time for the first Serie A match and has good chances to start since Salernitana are dealing with a few absences already. He tallied two goals, three assists, 90 crosses (22 accurate), and 30 key passes in 27 matches last season.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing thigh problem Mazzocchi is practicing in a limited capacity but will miss Sunday's Coppa Italia game due to a thigh issue, coach Paulo Sousa announced.

Impact Mazzocchi sat out a pair of friendlies due to a minor injury and is tentatively questionable for the opener. Junior Sambia is the alternative option on the right wing.

AUGUST 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ends season with lackluster effort Mazzocchi crossed once inaccurately during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Cremonese.

Impact Mazzocchi was held off the scoresheet in a quiet match as he registered just one cross without a shot or a chance created. The wing-back finishes the season with five goal involvements, 90 crosses and 30 chances created in 27 appearances.

JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Mazzocchi had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing twice (one accurate) during Saturday's 3-2 win over Udinese.

Impact Mazzocchi set up Antonio Candreva in the 57th minute assisting Salernitana's second goal. The assist was Mazzocchi's first goal involvement since October, but he's been a consistent source of crosses from his wing-back role with 14 in his past four matches.

MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in nine crosses Mazzocchi took two off target shots, crossed nine times (one accurate) and created a chance during Monday's 2-1 loss to Empoli.

Impact Mazzocchi was held off the scoresheet despite leading Salernitana in shots and crosses in the match. The wing-back has four goal involvements on the season while his 84 crosses are second on the club in his 23 appearances.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Substituted in draw Mazzocchi had three crosses (zero accurate) and three tackles in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Napoli.

Impact Mazzocchi had a very convincing performance and satisfactorily dealt with the Napoli threat. He recorded the most crosses in his team. He also made five clearances, three tackles and one interception. He was replaced in the 68th minute by Junior Sambia.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't feature versus Torino Mazzocchi (thigh) didn't get minutes in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Torino.

Impact Mazzocchi made the squad list and warmed up, but the coach opted to make different choices at his position. Three different players have gotten the start on the right wing in the past three matches. He could reclaim his job with another week of practice under his belt.

APRIL 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE