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Picks up calf injury Almqvist sustained a low-grade left calf strain in training, Parma announced.

Impact Almqvist will need three to four weeks to heal from the muscular problem. He has been having decent success as a super sub, scoring and assisting once in limited minutes. Matija Frigan, Giovanni Fabbian and Ousmane Diallo will absorb his minutes.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner in 2-1 win Almqvist scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Genoa.

Impact Almqvist came from the bench with 33 minutes to go. At the time, his team were 1-0 ahead. They would conceded with 20 minutes to go, but he would score the winning goal with 10 minutes to go. He has come off the bench in each of the five games so far this season and this was his first goal. In the last game, he had come from the bench to assist.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Assist in 10-minute cameo Almqvist assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Monday's 2-1 loss versus Como.

Impact Almqvist came off the bench for Sascha Britschgi in the 80th minute and set up Jose David Romero's 92nd minute consolation goal, creating one chance during his brief run on the pitch. He brought a much-needed spark down the right flank as Parma pushed for an equalizer in the closing stages. Almqvist now has one Serie A assist across four substitute appearances this season.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal on Sunday Almqvist assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Sassuolo.

Impact Almqvist set up Mateo Pellegrino for the only goal of the game in the 80th minute. Almqvist completed just four passes and made one tackle. He has featured in 13 games this campaign, starting only four times, and this was his first goal contribution of the season.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Unused sub in Napoli fixture Alqmvist (thigh) didn't get minutes in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Napoli.

Impact Almqvist was an option after recovering from a serious injury, but wasn't deployed right away, even if Parma were a little undermanned offensively in this one. He'll likely remain in a small role the rest of the way.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Napoli Almqvist (thigh) "has completed his rehab and will be called up for Sunday," coach Carlos Cuesta stated.

Impact Almqvist will return after missing three months because of a severe thigh injury and will provide depth in multiple roles. He had been regular only very early in the season. He has tallied two shots (two on target), two chances created and four crosses (one accurate) in his last five displays (one start).

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing serious thigh problem Almqvist has been sidelined because of a high-degree flexor lesion, Parma announced.

Impact Almqvist had been missing time, but the club had yet to disclose his diagnosis. He'll have to spend about two months on the shelf, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs. He has been a fringe part of the rotation, appearing nine times (four starts). Parma added Gabriel Strefezza in January and can count on Jacob Ondrejka and Gaetano Pio Oristanio in the same role.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Unused sub in Atalanta clash Almqvist (undisclosed) didn't play in Sunday's 4-0 defeat against Atalanta.

Impact Alqmvist was fit enough to be an option after skipping two tilts, but didn't get minutes even though the gaffer shook things up selection-wise and Patrick Cutrone (not-injury-related) wasn't called up. He'll likely continue to have a limited role behind Gaetano Pio Oristanio and Jacob Ondrejka in the next few matches.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Sunday Almqvist (undisclosed) is on the bench for Sunday's clash against Atalanta.

Impact Almqvist is back on the bench for Sunday's game against Atalanta after missing the last two Serie A matches due to undisclosed reasons. Competition is strong for his position behind the striker, with Jacob Ondrejka, Gaetano Pio Oristanio and Adrian Benedyczak all fighting for just two spots. The forward generally saw regular playing time when his team was dealing with multiple injuries, which isn't the case right now, so his minutes are expected to be more limited.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Selected for Atalanta fixture Almqvist (undisclosed) has made Parma's squad list for Sunday's game versus Atalanta.

Impact Almqvist is returning after sitting out two matches and will join Jacob Ondrejka, Gaetano Pio Oristanio, Patrick Cutrone and Adrian Benedyczak among the options in the two spots supporting the striker. He has scored once and added three shots (two on target), two chances created and four crosses (one accurate) in his last five displays (three starts). He has generally seen significant minutes only when Parma were dealing with multiple absences, which is no longer the case.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Alqmvist (undisclosed) hasn't been selected for Sunday's contest against Genoa.

Impact Almqvist will sit out the second match in a row while tending to an unspecified muscular problem. Jacob Ondrejka, Gaetano Pio Oristanio, Adrian Benedzycak and Patrick Cutrone are the other options in his role.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus Napoli Almqvist "won't be available against Napoli on Wednesday due to a small injury," coach Carlos Cuesta announced.

Impact Almqvist got hurt in training and will be re-assessed before the Genoa match. Adrian Benedyczak or Patrick Cutrone would step in if the coach decided to give Jacob Ondrejka or Gaetano Pio Oristanio a breather.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't feature in Verona game Almqvist (thigh) didn't come off the bench in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Verona.

Impact Almqvist was available after missing two matches but wasn't deployed. He'll have to fight for minutes also with Gaetano Pio Oristanio and Jacob Ondrejka, who have healed up after missing extended time, in addition to Patrick Cutrone, Oliver Sorensen and Nahuel Estevez, making his pathway to regular minutes rather murky.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Selected for Verona tilt Almqvist (thigh) has made Parma's squad list to face Verona on Sunday.

Impact Almqvist has shaken off a muscular problem that cost him a couple of matches and will resume being an option in multiple offensive roles, although he had mostly been used as a sub in the last games before the injury. He has featured seven times (four starts), tallying seven key passes, four crosses (three accurate) and one off-target shot.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus Milan Almqvist (thigh) wasn't mentioned among the players returning from injury in Saturday's game against Milan by coach Carlos Cuesta.

Impact Almqvist will miss his third game out of the last four and should recuperate during the break, as his problem is reportedly minor. Parma will be depleted without also Christian Ordonez (suspension) and Nahuel Estevez (thigh), but they'll have an extra option on the left wing, as Emanuele Valeri (ankle) has recovered.

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Absent for Bologna meeting Almqvist (thigh) is unavailable for Sunday's clash with Bologna.

Impact Almqvist will skip his second contest in the past three due to a muscular problem and will be re-evaluated ahead of Saturday's home game versus Milan. Benjamini Cremaschi and Adrian Benedyczak will have better chances of getting minutes from the bench without him.

NOVEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Bologna fixture Almqvist (thigh) "will be a late call but will likely miss Sunday's home game versus Bologna," coach Carlos Cuesta informed.

Impact Almqvist is expected to go back on the shelf after recently missing time with a thigh problem and making a bench appearance midweek. He has seen limited minutes in recent matches due to his injury woes. Parma would be short-handed in the midfield if also Mandela Keita (knee) weren't available.

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in late in Roma tilt Almqvist (thigh) had one key pass and one interception and drew one foul in 13 minutes in Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Roma.

Impact Almqvist saw limited minutes in his return from a minor thigh issue. He could replace a midfielder in the XI if the coach opted for a more aggressive formation versus Bologna on Sunday, especially if Mandela Keita (knee) stayed on the mend. He has started twice in his last five appearances, tallying one off-target shot, five chances created and three crosses (two accurate).

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option against Roma Almqvist (undisclosed) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Roma.

Impact Almqvist only missed one game ,He started his last match as a right midfielder. In his absence, Adrian Bernabe has taken his place on the right.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Roma fixture Almqvist (undisclosed) has made Parma's squad list to face Roma on Wednesday.

Impact Almqvist will make a quick return after being sidelined for one game because of a minor injury and will compete to start with Mathias Lovik and Oliver Sorensen, depending on the scheme decided by the coach. He has posted four key passes, three crosses (two accurate), one off-target shto and six tackles (five won) in his last four displays (two starts).

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Como Almqvist "won't be with us Saturday, as he picked up an injury in the last training session and is being examined," coach Carlos Cuesta announced.

Impact Almqvist would have likely stated again filling in for Emanuele Valeri (ankle), but he could be set for a multi-game absence as well. Mathis Lovik should be the next man up, unless the gaffer decides to overhaul the formation and insert an extra attacker.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks-up play in draw Almqvist recorded one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Cremonese. He was subbed off due to injury in the 84th minut...

Impact Almqvist led the Parma clean sheet effort Sunday with five tackles (four won) as his side earned a share of the points in a 0-0 draw versus Cremonese. The versatile midfielder's two chances created matched a team-high in the fixture. Through his first four appearances (three starts), Almqvist has created six chances.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't feature in Empoli game Almqvist (thigh) didn't come off the bench in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Empoli.

Impact Almqvist was healthy after a small injury, but the coach picked other players, plus Parma played in ten men for most of the game. He'll back up Antoine Hainaut, Ange-Yoan Bonny and Mateo Pellegrino in multiple roles in the last two contests.

MAY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Earns bench role Almqvist (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Empoli.

Impact Almqvist is fit enough to compete Saturday as expected, with the attacker seeing a bench role to face Empoli. He has started in 10 of his 29 appearances this season, bagging two goal contributions in his time on the field, likely to continue in a rotational role.

MAY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Empoli meeting Almqvist (thigh) "has returned to full training and will be available Saturday," coach Christian Chivu announced.

Impact Almqvist will be back after being sidelined for one game because of a muscular issue. He'll provide depth in a few roles on the wings and up front. He has notched seven shots (one on target), one key pass, five crosses (one accurate) and four tackles (three won) in his past five appearances.

MAY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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