PONTUS ALMQVIST NEWS

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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • 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 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Como meeting Almqvist "has a slight thigh problem, and we preferred not selecting him. He'll take some tests, as he's not 100 percent," coach Christian Chivu relayed.

Impact Almqvist could potentially miss further matches depending on the results of the exams. He has fallen out of favor after a run of starts primarily due to a tactical switch and a suspension, logging just four minutes in the last two games. Dennis Man and Adrian Benedyczak will step in for him.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Almqvist completed a one-game ban in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Fiorentina.

Impact Almqvist will be eligible to play against Juventus on Monday and will compete with a few defenders, Dennis Man, and Mateo Pellegrini, as he's versatile, and the coach recently tweaked the formation. He started in five of six matches before the suspension, notching eight shots (two on target), one key pass, six crosses (one accurate) and eight interceptions.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Fiorentina game Almqvist registered one shot (zero on goal) and one interception and picked up his fifth yellow card in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Inter.

Impact Alqmvist was tasked with taking care of the whole flank in a more defensive formation and struggled to do so, as Federico Dimarco blew past him a few times. He'll miss Sunday's away game versus Fiorentina due to yellow-card accumulation. Enrico Delprato could move to this role if the coach confirms the formation, with an extra center-back in the XI, while Jacob Ondrejka would start in their standard one.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 5 • Associated Press

Precious defensively against Bologna Almqvist won two of three tackles and registered one cross (zero accurate), two clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Bologna.

Impact Almqvist was handed a rare nod by new coach Christian Chivu and contributed a lot more in the passive phase than in the final third, although he was generally fizzy. He'll rotate with Dennis Man, Matteo Cancellieri and Drissa Camara while Valentin Mihaila (thigh) is out. He had started in five rounds, recording two key passes, three crosses (zero accurate) and one shot on target during such a stretch.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Lecce Almqvist drew one foul, won two of two tackles and scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Lecce.

Impact Almqvist punished his former team by finishing with aplomb from the middle of the box late in the second half, jump-starting an improbable late rally. He could get more action versus Cagliari since Matteo Cancellieri is suspended. He has scored and assisted once so far, tallying four shots (three on target), two key passes and five tackles.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up assist against Milan Almqvist assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in 16 minutes in Saturday's 2-1 win over AC Milan.

Impact Almqvist didn't need much time to do damage, as he motored down the wing after intercepting a pass and eventually found Matteo Cancellieri with a great low-driven cross to set up a late-game winner. He has to compete with Valentin Mihaila and Dennis Man, but the coach is giving minutes to every winger to keep the intensity high. He has recorded one shot don't target, two key passes and three interceptions in two appearances off the bench.

AUGUST 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Italy Almqvist has officially joined Parma on a permanent deal from Rostov.

Impact Almqvist wasn't retained by Lecce following a loan spell but will continue playing in Serie A nonetheless. He posted two goals, one assist, 40 shots (15 on target) and 27 chances in 30 matches (25 starts). He'll compete with Valentin Mihaila and Dennis Man to play on either wing.

AUGUST 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances versus Udinese Almqvist had two tackles (one won) and one interception in Monday's 2-0 loss to Udinese.

Impact Almqvist had a decent outing, but couldn't help Lecce avoid the tough home loss. The midfielder led them in chances created during the match. He was back in the starting XI after three games.

MAY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes assist in Cagliari match Almqvist assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Cagliari.

Impact Almqvist made his presence felt off the bench by teeing up Nikola Krstovic after zooming past a pair of opponents down the wing. He hadn't contributed to a goal since November, and it's his first assist of the season. The good performance could allow him to earn more minutes in the final games. He has logged three shots on target, three key passes and two crosses (one accurate) in his last five appearances (two starts).

MAY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Serves disqualification Almqvist served a one-game suspension in Sunday's 3-0 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Almqvist will be available against Monza on Saturday and could replace Remi Oudin or Roberto Piccoli in the XI depending on the scheme. He has tallied nine shots (five on target), two key passes and three crosses (zero accurate) in his last five appearances, with no goal contributions.

APRIL 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Sassuolo tilt Almqvist had two tackles (one won) and one cross (zero accurate), drew one foul and picked up his fifth yellow card in Saturday's 1-0 win over Empoli.

Impact Almqvist had another paltry display and will miss the Sassuolo game on Sunday due to yellow-card accumulation. If Lameck Banda (ankle) remains out, the coach will turn to Nicola Sansone or Santiago Pierotti.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE