RICCARDO ORSOLINI NEWS

Muted in return versus Torino Orsolini (thigh) drew two fouls, committed one and had one clearance in 45 minutes in Saturday's 2-0 win over Torino.

Impact Orsolini was subbed in at the interval after recovering from a thigh issue that cost him three matches but wasn't his usual self. He'll likely start over either Lewis Ferguson or Benjamin Dominguez against Verona next Monday if he has a clean week of practice.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will be back against Torino Orsolini (thigh) "had his second entire training session Friday and is fully available for Saturday, then we'll see about his minutes," coach Vincenzo Italiano relayed.

Impact Orsolini has recovered fairly quickly from a thigh lesion and will return after missing three matches. He might be eased off the bench to avoid risks. Benjamin Dominguez, Samuel Iling-Junior and Jesper Karlsson stepped up while he was out. He has notched two goals, one assist, nine shots (four on target) and six chances created in his last five showings.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Orsolini will miss three weeks due to a grade one lesion of the biceps femoris in his right thigh, Bologna announced.

Impact Orsolini got hurt during a cup match and will have to sit out multiple fixtures. Jesper Karlsson, Benjamin Dominguez and Samuel Iling-Junior will likely all get a shot opposite Dan Ndoye while he recovers.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pulled at halftime in Lazio clash Orsolini won one of one tackle and registered one shot (zero on goal), three clearances and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 defeat versus Lazio.

Impact Orsolini didn't get much going on offense and was yanked at the interval to tweak the formation after Tommaso Pobega was sent off. He was in strong form prior to his one, as he has scored thrice and added 12 shots (four on target), six key passes and seven crosses (three accurate) in the last five matches.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fourth goal in last four starts Orsolini scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 3-2 victory against Roma.

Impact Orsolini scored for the fourth Serie A game in a row that he has started to make it five goals in total for the season. This was the third game in his last four Serie A matches. In this game, he was also the Bologna player who took the most set pieces in this match, only the second time this year it has happened.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Rescues Bologna versus Lecce Orsolini scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), three crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Lecce.

Impact Orsolini posted smaller numbers than usual but came through as the match seemed headed for a nil-nil draw, beating the goalie with a precise header from close range. He has scored three goals in the last four matches, adding 12 shots (seven on target), six crosses (three accurate) and four key passes.

NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores Tuesday Orsolini scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 2-0 victory versus Cagliari.

Impact Orsolini added another goal Tuesday, netting the opening goal in the 35th minute. This is his second goal in his past three appearances, not having three on the season. He also added five shots, reaching that mark for a third time this season and tying a season-high for shots in a match.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Genoa Orsolini scored one goal to go with five shots (three on target), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Genoa.

Impact Orsolini ended a lengthy scoring drought with a lefty finish from inside the box that was visibly deflected by an opponent. He hadn't hit the net since the opener. He also led his team in attempts. He has recorded 11 shots (four on target), two key passes and seven crosses (one accurate) in the last four games.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fires three shots Orsolini took three off target shots, crossed three times (one accurate) and created a chance during Wednesday's match against Shakhtar Donetsk.

Impact Orsolini was held off the scoresheet, but led Bologna in shots as of his substitution in the 65th minute. The match marked the Champions League debut for Orsolini, a momentous occasion after playing for Bologna since 2017.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in three crosses against Empoli Orsolini drew three fouls and had three shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Empoli.

Impact Orsolini was lively and picked up stats across the board on offense but also left a pair of big scoring opportunities on the table. He has hit the net once so far, adding nine shots (three on target), three chances created and 11 crosses (one accurate).

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Buries penalty kick in opener Orsolini scored one goal to go with five shots (three on target), four crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Udinese.

Impact Orsolini was highly impactful, led his team in attempts and made no mistake from the spot to give his team the lead and open his seasonal tally. He has reached the double-digit threshold in each of the last two seasons, adding six assists for good measure.

AUGUST 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed on against Udinese Orsolini had one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Udinese.

Impact Orsolini stepped in for Oussama El Azzouzi at halftime. He made two tackles and created a chance during his time on the pitch. Despite scoring 10 goals this season, his recent form has dipped, with just one goal in his last nine appearances.

APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads offense versus Monza Orsolini generated six shots (five on goal), 13 crosses (three accurate), four chances created and nine corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Monza.

Impact Orsolini just missed the end product to complete his stellar display as he paced his team in all the key offensive categories and challenged Raffaele Di Gregorio several times, but he didn't beat him. He has scored once in the last five rounds, posting 12 shots (seven on target), 10 chances created and 17 crosses (five accurate).

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances in Frosinone match Orsolini recorded one shot (one on goal), one cross (one accurate), four key passes and one corner in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Frosinone.

Impact Orsolini led his team in chances created, but his teammates didn't exploit his feed, and he didn't do much in other categories. He has scored once in the last five rounds, adding eight shots (three on target), seven key passes and six crosses (three accurate).

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets against Salernitana Orsolini scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Monday's 3-0 win against Salernitana.

Impact Orsolini scored the opener in the 14th minute assisted by Riccardo Calafiori. Orsolini created a chance, but was unable to successfully complete a single dribble. He is Bologna's top scorer this season with 10 goals, tied with Joshua Zirkzee.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Pulled early in Atalanta tilt Orsolini recorded two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate), one chance created and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 win over Atalanta.

Impact Orsolini had a run-of-the-mill showing and was subbed out at half time as his team wasn't playing well. The coach has the ability to do so now since Alexis Saelemakers and Dan Ndoye are both healthy, so he might lose some minutes when he doesn't have it. He has tallied three goals, one assist, 14 shots (five on target) and five chances created in the last five matches.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal against Verona Orsolini assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and six corners in Friday's 2-0 victory versus Verona.

Impact Orsolini assisted the opener for Giovanni Fabbian in the 27th minute. Orsolini recorded the most crosses in the game and also contributed defensively with two clearances and a tackle. He has been Bologna's top scorer with nine goals this season tied along with Joshua Zirkzee.

FEBRUARY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hot streak continues Orsolini scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 2-0 victory against Fiorentina.

Impact Orsolini scored his fifth goal in as many games in this win and has taken 14 shots in that span. He has been on fire since his comeback from a month-long absence with a thigh injury and he will look for a seventh goal contribution since his return in what while be his ninth game back.

FEBRUARY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bags brace Orsolini scored two goals to go with three shots (two on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 4-0 win against Lecce.

Impact Orsolini managed to net two of the club's four goals Sunday, scoring in the 27th and 49th minute of the win. The attacker has been on somewhat of a hot streak lately, bagging four goals in as many matches, now having eight on the season. This was his first start in two contests, and he will hope to hold that role despite falling to the bench after scoring in consecutive games.

FEBRUARY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Levels Milan game late Orsolini buried a PK to go with one shot (one on goal), one successful take-on, and two duels in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus AC Milan.

Impact Orsolini unusually played just eight minutes but still made them count by keeping him aplomb from the spot at the death. It's his second consecutive goal and the sixth in the season. He has added an assist, six chances created, and 20 crosses (six accurate) in the last five games. Bologna will host Sassuolo on Saturday.

JANUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Opens the scoring Sunday Orsolini scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) and crossing seven times (two accurate) during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Cagliari.

Impact Orsolini found the back of the net in the 24th minute to open the scoring in the match while leading Bologna with seven crosses. The attacker has two goal involvements across his last four league appearances while taking five shots, creating six chances and crossing 20 times over the same timeframe.

JANUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Active display versus Genoa Orsolini had two shots (one on target), created four chances, sent in nine crosses (three accurate) and made three clearances during Friday's 1-1 draw against Genoa.

Impact Orsolini made his first start since recovering from the thigh injury suffered during November international break and was one of the top performers on the pitch, creating a lot for teammates while also having a pair of dangerous finishes himself. With four goals and one assist over 15 league appearances this season, the attacker will be certainly contending for a starting spot on Jan. 14 when his side visits Cagliari.

JANUARY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE