RICCARDO ORSOLINI NEWS

Assists as substitute Orsolini had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing once accurately during Saturday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Orsolini entered the match in the 75th minute and set up Lewis Ferguson for the game's lone goal in the 86th. Orsolini returned from a thigh injury which kept him out of four straight matches with the assist being his first of the campaign.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Atalanta clash Orsolini (thigh) has been named in Bologna's squad list to face Atalanta on Saturday.

Impact Orsolini has recuperated from a thigh strain that sidelined him for a month. He has been training fully for a while, but he'll probably be eased into action, also because Dan Ndoye and Alexis Saelemaekers have shown well as of late. He scored once and logged eight shots (four on target), six chances created, and 20 crosses (four accurate) in his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets hurt in practice Orsolini suffered a left biceps femoris lesion and will be out for four to five weeks, Bologna relayed.

Impact Orsolini picked up the injury in training and will have to sit out multiple fixtures. With Jesper Karlsson (knee) also on the mend, Dan Ndoye and Alexis Saelemeakers are set for heavy usage on the flanks. Lewis Ferguson, Michel Aebischer, and Charalampos Lykogiannis can also fill in if needed, opening up room in other roles.

NOVEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records four crosses Orsolini generated one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Fiorentina.

Impact Orsolini generated four crosses in Sunday's loss, giving him a total of 34 crosses on the season. The attacker has now started in the past seven matches after only registering one start in the first five matches of the campaign and looks to be a regular starter for Bologna for the fifth season in a row.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Imprecise in Lazio game Orsolini had one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate), two interceptions, and one corner in Friday's 1-0 win versus Lazio.

Impact Orsolini led his team in deliveries but didn't have his most impactful performance in the low-scoring affair. He has scored five times in the last five games due to a hat-trick, adding 15 shots (eight on target), seven chances created, and 20 crosses (three accurate). Bologna will visit Fiorentina next Sunday.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in Sassuolo game Orsolini won two of four tackles, drew three fouls, and had three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Sassuolo.

Impact Orsolini paced his team in attempts and came inches close to scoring again, as an opponent had a goal-line clearance on his little lob over the goalie. He has hit the net four times in the last five games thanks to a hat-trick, adding 15 shots (nine on target), eight chances created, and 19 crosses (five accurate). Bologna will host Lazio Friday.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts fourth game in a row Orsolini registered two shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-1 win against Frosinone.

Impact Orsolini saw his goalscoring streak ended against Frosinone after having scored four in his last two games, including a hat-trick against Empoli, but still put together a decent performance with two shots and one chance created. Up next is a trip to Sassuolo.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Converts PK in Inter clash Orsolini scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), seven crosses (two accurate), three key passes, and four corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Inter Milan.

Impact Orsolini was very dynamic again, led his team in both deliveries and chances created, and tied the game with a picture-perfect penalty kick that just grazed the post. He has scored four goals in the last five contests thanks to a hat-trick, adding 11 shots (six on target), 17 crosses (four accurate), and six chances created. Bologna will host Frosinone on October 22.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes hat-trick versus Empoli Orsolini scored three goals to go with eight shots (four on target), four crosses (zero accurate), and two chances created in Sunday's 3-0 victory versus Empoli.

Impact Orsolini put together a breakout performance after failing to make much noise in the previous games, as he was still scoreless in the season. He knocked it on goal with three highly technical left-footed finishes. The stellar showing will probably allow him to keep ahold of the starting job over Jesper Karlsson. He has notched 11 shots (five on target), four key passes, and 12 crosses (three accurate) in the last five matches. Bologna will visit Inter Saturday.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in four crosses Orsolini took one shot (on goal), crossed four times (two accurate) and created a chance during Thursday's match against Monza.

Impact Orsolini was held off the scoresheet, but led Bologna in both crosses and chances created as of his substitution in the 59th minute. Orsolini has yet to have a goal involvement on the season with Thursday's start being just his second of the season through the opening six matches.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Underwhelming in Juventus game Orsolini drew two fouls, won two duels, and had two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Juventus.

Impact Orsolini returned to Xi but didn't have his usual burst as he's still working his way back from a nagging injury. Bologna just signed Jesper Karlsson, who might eat at his minutes. He has tallied two crosses (zero accurate), two key passes, and one shot on target so far. Bologna will host Cagliari Saturday.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Silent versus Milan Orsolini (thigh) took one shot on target and created one scoring chance in 45 minutes in Monday's 0-2 loss to Milan.

Impact Orsolini looked sprightly enough coming off an injury but didn't pick up many stats and seemed still a bit rusty. He'll compete with Nikola Moro and Michel Aebischer to start in the next game versus Juventus away Sunday.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for opener Orsolini (thigh) made Bologna's squad list to face Milan Monday.

Impact Orsolini needed the entire summer to shake off some tendinopathy in his thigh, but he resumed training fully earlier this week and will likely come off the bench in the first Serie A match. Two among Michel Aebischer, Dan Ndoye, and Nikola Moro will likely man the wings from the start. He's coming off a career season where he posted 11 goals and four assists in 32 matches.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for cup game Orsolini (thigh) hasn't been called up for Friday's Coppa Italia match versus Cesena.

Impact Orsolini hasn't been able to shake off a nagging tendinopathy throughout the summer and, with a week left before the opener, he's on the wrong side of questionable. Michel Aebischer usually filled in for him in the past.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing injury Orsolini won't take part in the first part of the pre-season retreat due to thigh tendinopathy, Bologna announced.

Impact Orsolini will undergo a series of treatments at a specialized clinic in order to be ready for the start of the new Serie A. Bologna will face Milan on August 21, which gives him ample time to heal.

JULY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fires three shots versus Lecce Orsolini sent in two crosses (zero accurate), drew one foul, and took three shots (two on target) in a 3-2 win over Lecce in the season finale.

Impact Orsolini didn't manage to hit the net despite another good offensive performance. He finished the season on a tear and had his most prolific campaign yet, clearing the double-digit threshold in scoring for the first time. He has totaled 11 goals, four assists, 92 shots (30 on target), and 44 chances created in 32 appearances (22 starts).

JUNE 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will return against Lecce Orsolini completed a one-game suspension in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Napoli.

Impact Orsolini was handed the standard punishment after a red card. He will likely get the nod over Michel Aebischer versus Lecce. He has scored three times, provided an assist, and tallied 21 shots (eight on target), and 12 chances created in his last five fixtures.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists in victory Orsolini (suspension) scored one goal and assisted once from six shots and four chances created in Saturday's 5-1 victory over Cremonese. He was sent off after acquiring two yellow...

Impact Orsolini assisted Stefan Posch in the 46th minute and scored in the 62nd minute assisted by substitute Nikola Moro. He recorded the most crosses in his team (5). He also registered six shots, four key passes, one dribble and one clearance. He has five goal involvements in his last seven games. He has scored 11 times and assisted four times this season in 31 games and averages 2.9 shots per game. He was sent off in the 73rd minute and will miss the next game against Napoli.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shines but sees red in Cremonese match Orsolini scored a goal, provided an assist, recorded six shots (three on target), and four chances created, and was sent off in Saturday's 5-1 win over Cremonese.

Impact Orsolini had another great showing as paced his team in multiple offensive categories, assisted Stefan Posch with a corner kick, and then scored by gliding past the goalie on a long ball. However, he partially marred it by getting cautioned for the second time midway through the second half. He'll be out against Napoli next Sunday. Michael Aebischer will be the favorite to replace him on the wing.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Manages shot-on-target in stalemate draw Orsolini had three shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Roma. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 80th minute.

Impact Orsolina managed to contribute one of the three shots-on-target Bologna managed on Sunday. He also picked up a yellow card, which is his sixth of the season. The Italian striker has scored 10 (two in his last four games, both from the penalty spot) and delivered three assists.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss Orsolini scored one goal to go with seven shots (three on goal), six crosses (two accurate), two chances created and three corners in Thursday's 3-1 defeat against Empoli.

Impact Orsolini converted a penalty in the 88th minute, a consolation goal to cut the lead to 3-1. He was by far the team's best player on the attack in the match as he recorded seven shots with three on target, making him the only player on the team to record a shot on target. He also created two chances, whipped in six crosses (two accurate), took three corners and won one tackle in his full 90 minutes of action.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Converts PK against Juventus Orsolini scored one goal to go with three shots (one on target), two crosses (zero accurate), and four chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Juventus.

Impact Orsolini drew his first start in a while and was excellent in the final third, pacing his team in key passes and burying a penalty kick. His reduced playing time was reportedly caused by a lingering ailment. He has scored twice in his last five appearances, adding ten shots (two on target), five chances created, and three inaccurate crosses. Bologna will face Empoli away Thursday.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE