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Inter Milan suffers early injuries in Champions League clash with Liverpool

Inter Milan faced early challenges in its Champions League match against Liverpool

DECEMBER 9 • Associated Press

Two shots off the bench Zielinski generated two shots (one on goal) in Tuesday's 1-0 loss to Liverpool.

Impact Zielinski came off the bench for the injured Hakan Calhanoglu and put together a solid showing. The midfielder was decent throughout the match and nearly came away with the equalizer. He should be in line for a larger role in the coming weeks if the injury to Calhanoglu proves to be anything more serious than a knock.

DECEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in away defeat Zielinski scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 loss against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Zielinski scored his first goal of the UCL campaign as his side fell to a 2-1 defeat to Athletico Madrid. He has started four of five Champions League games and has started only one game in Serie A this season. He scored a goal in his opnly league start of the season and has also picked up one assist as a sub in the league.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Leão and Maignan decisive for AC Milan in win over Roma; Pioli at risk with winless Fiorentina

Rafael Leão set up a goal for Strahinja Pavlovic and created numerous more chances for AC Milan in a 1-0 win over Roma

NOVEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Scores against Verona Zielinski scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and three clearances in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Verona.

Impact Zielinski got the start as Henrikh Mkhitaryan (thigh) is on the mend and Nicolo Barella initially got the day off and opened the scoring with a great volley from just outside the box on a corner kick by Hakan Calhanoglu, snapping out of a year-long scoring drought. He's likely to keep more opportunities, as Mkhitaryan will miss a few more matches. He has logged two shots, one tackle (one won) and three clearances in his last five displays (two starts). He failed to create a chance after doing so in the previous three games.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Inter suffer injury blow with star midfielder ruled out for over a month ahead of derby showdown against AC Milan

Cristian Chivu's Inter have been hit by a major injury blow, with veteran star Henrikh Mkhitaryan ruled out until December with a thigh stra...

OCTOBER 27 • goal

Inter suffer injury blow with star midfielder ruled out for over a month ahead of derby showdown against AC Milan

Collects point against Juventus Zielinski assisted once to go with one chance created in 26 minutes in Saturday's 4-3 defeat versus Juventus.

Impact Zielinski was the first midfielder off the bench and, while he didn't have many touches, he contributed to Hakan Calhanoglu's second goal with a nice pass. He has to fight for minutes with Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Petar Sucic and Andy Diouf. He has come off the bench thrice, logging just two off-target shots.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Recovers from injury Zielinski (calf) saw some minutes in Saturday's friendly versus Olympiacos.

Impact Zielinski has shaken off a calf injury he suffered back in June that limited him throughout the pre-season. His role is unlikely to grow much compared to the previous campaign, where he starred 36 times but made just 14 starts. He scored and assisted twice, notching 34 crosses (nine accurate), 25 key passes, 27 shots (seven on target) and 22 tackles.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Club World Cup Zielinski (calf) is departing Inter's set-up in the United States to keep rehabbing in Italy, Sky reported.

Impact Zielinski was unable to feature in the first three fixtures due to a calf injury, and it's severe enough to sideline him for the rest of the cup. He shouldn't have trouble shaking it off later in the summer.

JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable for a few games Zielinski sustained a calf injury while with Poland and will skip the first three FIFA Club World Cup games, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Zielinski has made the trip to the United States but will be sidelined for a while due to a muscular issue. With Hakan Calhanoglu (ankle) also on the mend, Kristjan Asllani, Davide Frattesi and Petar Sucic are the next men up in the midfield.

JUNE 16 • ROTOWIRE

DNP versus PSG Zielinski (thigh) didn't play in Saturday's 5-0 loss to PSG.

Impact Zielinski returned from a brief absence but didn't come off the bench as he normally does. He had a fairly challenging first season at Inter, playing less than during his time at Napoli due to the competition and a pair of injuries. He tallied two goals, three assists, 27 shots (seven on target) and 36 chances created in 36 appearances, making just 14 starts.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Zielinski (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's UCL final match against PSG.

Impact Zielinski has recovered from his thigh injury after one match out and is fit for Saturday's UCL final as expected. The midfielder sees a bench spot and could see some use off the bench, although they won't force him into play in such a crucial match.

MAY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Will be option versus PSG Zielinski (thigh) has been practicing regularly and is expected to be fine for Saturday's UCL final against PSG, Mediaset relayed.

Impact Zielinski has recovered from a thigh ailment and will provide depth in the midfield, as Inter will most likely deploy Hakan Calhanoglu, Nicolo Barella and Henrikh Mkhitaryan from the get-go. He has recorded three shots (zero on target), one key pass, two crosses (zero accurate) and five tackles (all won) in his last six outings (two starts).

MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Como Zielinski (thigh) is out for Friday's game against Como.

Impact The Poland international will miss this matchup against Como due to thigh tightness. It's uncertain whether he'll be available for Inter's final game of the season against PSG on May 31.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Como game Zielinski might miss Saturday's match versus Como due to thigh tightness, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Zielinski wasn't a full-go in training late in the week and needs to pass a late fitness test to be selected. He'd be a long shot to get meaningful minutes even if eventually cleared.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Plays ten minutes versus Roma Zielinski (calf) had nine touches and one shot (zero on target) and committed one foul in 10 minutes in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Roma.

Impact Zielinski returned from a lengthy absence but only received a handful of minutes and didn't influence his team's final push. He'll compete with Davide Frattesi and Krstjan Asllani for backup minutes behind the three starters in the midfield from here on out.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Among substitutes Sunday Zielinski (calf) is available as a substitute during Sunday's match against Roma.

Impact Zielinski returns as expected after being out of action since March 8th. The midfielder has made just one start since February, but is available from the bench if called upon Sunday.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

On track to return versus Roma Zielinski (calf) reprised working with the rest of the group Friday and is set to be available Sunday against Roma, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Zielinski has been missing since early March due to a severe calf strain. He was generally the top deputy in the midfield before going down, starting just once in his past six displays, although generally getting decent minutes off the bench. He has assisted once and posted five shots (two on target), five chances created, four crosses (three accurate) and four corners during such a stretch.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Finding a date for a Serie A title playoff could be near impossible

Italian league officials might be second-guessing their decision to install a one-match playoff to determine the Serie A champion

APRIL 24 • Associated Press

Inter Milan midfielder Piotr Zielinski could be out for weeks with calf injury

Inter Milan midfielder Piotr Zielinski could be out for a few weeks with a calf strain

MARCH 10 • Associated Press

Sidelined long-term Zielinski has been diagnosed with a strain in the medial gastrocnemius muscle of his right leg, Inter announced.

Impact Zielinski is expected to miss six to eight weeks because the injury is significant, Sky reported. Davide Frattesi and Kristjan Asllani will absorb his minutes behind the three starters in the midfield.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off immediately against Monza Zielinski bowed out shortly after entering Saturday's game versus Monza due to a calf injury, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Zielinski played only a handful of minutes as he got hurt while chasing after an opponent and couldn't continue. He's set for some tests. He came in to replace the starter Henrikh Mkhitaryan.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Assist in win Zielinski recorded one assist, two shots (one on target) and one tackle (one successful) in Wednesday's 2-0 win versus Feyenoord.

Impact Zielinski bagged a nice assist to Lautaro Martinez in Wednesday's Champions League match. The assist came from a simple dump-off pass after his own shot was blocked by a Feyenoord defender. It was his first goal contribution of the tournament and his first in five games across all competitions. It has been a quiet year points-wise thus far for the 30-year-old midfielder, with only two goals and three assists.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed in on Monday Zielinski generated two shots (one on goal), four crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Monday's 2-1 victory versus Fiorentina.

Impact Zielinski replaced Hakan Calhanoglu at halftime, created four chances and made an interception. Zielinski has featured in 18 games, appearing as a substitute in 12 of those.

FEBRUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Notches assist Zielinski assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-0 victory versus Lecce.

Impact Zielinski saw a solid outing from his central midfielder spot Sunday, bagging an assist in the 39th minute off of a Laturo Martinez goal. This was his first goal contribution in six appearances, with it being his fourth in 16 league appearances. He also added one tackle, two interceptions and two clearances on the defensive side of the field.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

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Inter Milan suffers early injuries in Champions League clash with Liverpool

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Inter suffer injury blow with star midfielder ruled out for over a month ahead of derby showdown against AC Milan

Finding a date for a Serie A title playoff could be near impossible

Inter Milan midfielder Piotr Zielinski could be out for weeks with calf injury