Roberto Piccoli - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Wasteful performance versus Napoli Piccoli (thigh) drew five fouls and registered six shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Napoli.

Impact Piccoli wasn't affected by a thigh ailment, as he got the nod and went to distance and produced more than a few bursting runs. He paced his team in attempts and set a new season high, but he lacked clutchness in the box. He and Moise Kean played together in the final portion of the game, so he might not necessarily take a big hit with the teammate returning from injury. He has notched at least one shot in the last three fixtures, amassing 10 (three on target) and posting one goal, one key pass and two crosses (one accurate) in that stretch.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting XI Piccoli (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Napoli.

Impact Piccoli returns to the starting XI for Saturday's match against Napoli after managing a minor thigh issue earlier in the week. Piccoli has started four of the last five league matches, scoring once while totaling eight shots, two on target, and one cross during that stretch.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Napoli fixture Piccoli (thigh) has been called up for Saturday's contest against Napoli.

Impact Piccoli trained on the side for a couple of days after suffering a thigh ailment midweek but won't miss time in Serie A play. He'll be neck and neck to make the XI with Moise Kean, who's returning from an ankle injury. Piccoli has started four times in the last five rounds, scoring once and registering eight shots (two on target) and one cross (zero accurate).

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Bows out in Coppa Italia tilt Piccoli is set for tests after departing Tuesday's cup fixture versus Como in the second half due to muscular discomfort, coach Paolo Vanoli announced.

Impact Piccoli has taken over the starting job in the last two games because of Moise Kean's ankle injury, but he picked up a physical problem of his own and is tentatively in doubt for Saturday's clash with Napoli. Albert Gudmundsson or Giovanni Fabbian would adapt to the position if both strikers couldn't go.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal in victory Piccoli scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Bologna.

Impact Piccoli scored from close range after good build-up play in Sunday's 2-1 win against Bologna and could have added to the scoreline, as he attempted three shots. The forward was heavily involved in the final third, using his aerial presence and link-up play to trouble the opposition defense. The Italian has started three of the last four matches, during which he has recorded one goal and seven shots.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 18 • Associated Press

Fires two shots versus Atalanta Piccoli drew four fouls and recorded two shots (two on goal) and one tackle (zero won) in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Piccoli has started over Albert Gudmundsson in three consecutive contests but has been unable to build on a recent goal over Genoa, his first and only in Serie A play. He has notched one or more shots in his last five displays, piling up eight (five on target), creating two scoring chances and delivering one inaccurate cross over that span.

DECEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unused sub midweek Piccoli (ankle) was available but didn't play against AEK Athens on Thursday.

Impact Piccoli tweaked his ankle over the weekend but didn't suffer significant issues, and while he didn't play in the Conference League match, he was fit enough to be an option, so he could get minutes against Atalanta on Sunday. He has been alternating with Albert Gudmundsson as of late. He has fired one or more shots in his last four displays, amassing six (three on target), scoring once and adding two key passes and one inaccurate cross.

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids serious injury Piccoli (ankle) "has been diagnosed with an ankle sprain and bruise, and we're trying to reduce the swelling, but we believe he'll be able to return quickly," Fiorentina doctor Luc...

Impact Piccoli escaped without structural damage, and his team didn't rule him out for the upcoming UEFA Conference League game or Sunday's away tilt versus Atalanta, although he'll have to train without limitations in the next couple of days to be an option.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Exits early versus Fiorentina Piccoli recorded one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in 60 minutes in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Juventus before exiting due to a right ankle...

Impact Piccoli got the nod over Albert Gudmundsson and put up small numbers across the board in the final third. He's set for tests, which will determine his status for Saturday's away game against Sassuolo. Edin Dzeko is also an option in the role.

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Piccoli scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Genoa.

Impact Piccoli has struggled for playing time with Fiorentina in Serie A this season, but he delivered a strong performance in Sunday's match against Genoa. He scored his first league goal with a composed finish into the bottom corner after a setup from Simon Sohm. It's a promising sign for Piccoli moving forward, as he looks to find consistency since joining Fiorentina.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Stefano Pioli sacked as Fiorentina boss amid winless start to season just four months after leaving Al-Nassr for Serie A return

Italian side Fiorentina have announced the sacking of Stefano Pioli as head coach. The decision comes amid a dismal 10-game winless run that...

NOVEMBER 4, 2025 • goal

Stefano Pioli sacked as Fiorentina boss amid winless start to season just four months after leaving Al-Nassr for Serie A return

Four shots from bench Piccoli had four shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Napoli.

Impact Piccoli appeared off the bench Saturday and had a decent outing in his 45 minutes of play, firing off four shots, with one hitting the target. He will hope to see the starting XI again soon, as he did start in their last match before he was relegated to the bench.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Fiorentina Piccoli has completed a permanent switch to Fiorentina.

Impact Piccoli moved as expected, joining Fiorentina after a career year during which he put up 10 goals and assisted once, adding 98 shots (31 on target) and 13 key passes. He'll back up and occasionally partner with Moise Kean and Edin Dzeko. Instead, Sebastiano Esposito and Gennaro Borrelli got the start for Cagliari in the opener, while Semih Kilicsoy came off the bench.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set to leave Piccoli won't be available Sunday because he's on the verge of moving to Fiorentina, coach Fabio Pisacane announced.

Impact Piccoli has already left the Cagliari setup for the medicals and will be formally introduced in the coming days. Gennaro Borrelli, Sebastiano Esposito and Semih Kilicsoy will be the options up front in the opener.

AUGUST 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Staying at Cagliari Piccoli has signed a deal with Cagliari until 2029 after the club activated its clause to purchase him from Atalanta.

Impact Piccoli departs Atalanta after multiple loan spells at the end of his best season yet, as he notched 10 goals, one assist, 98 shots (31 on target) and 13 key passes in 37 matches in 2024/2025, being the focal point of an offense for the first time.

JUNE 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets on Sunday Piccoli scored one goal to go with nine shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-0 win versus Venezia.

Impact Piccoli doubled the lead in the 41st minute with a header from Nadir Zortea's corner. Piccoli also missed a couple of decent chances. This strike marked his third goal in the last five games and took him into double digits for the season for the first time in his career.

MAY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in shots against Udinese Piccoli registered four shots (one on goal), one interception and one clearance in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Udinese.

Impact Piccoli was back in the starting XI after a suspension and had his usual volume but lacked aim. He has fired multiple attempts in six of his last seven outings, amassing 22 (nine on target), scoring twice, assisting once and adding two key passes and one cross (zero accurate).

MAY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Completes ban Piccoli cleared a one-game ban in Monday's 2-0 victory over Verona.

Impact Piccoli will be eligible to play versus Udinese on Saturday and most likely start, even though Leonardo Pavoletti fared well and scored in relief. He has taken multiple shots in five of his last six displays, piling up 18 (eight on target), scoring twice and assisting once.

APRIL 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets one in Fiorentina match Piccoli scored one goal to go with three shots (one on target) and one cross (zero accurate) and picked up his fifth yellow card in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat against Fiorentina.

Impact Piccoli opened the scoring by pouncing on a loose ball in the box and finding room to slot it him, hitting the net in consecutive matches for just the second time in the season. On the other hand, he'll be unavailable against Verona on Monday due to yellow-card accumulation. The coach could turn to Leonardo Pavoletti or opt for a light attack, deploying Zito Luvumbo and Florinel Coman together.

APRIL 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Arnautovic bags a goal and an assist as Inter warms up for Bayern by beating Cagliari 3-1

Marko Arnautovic scored one and set up another as Inter Milan prepared for its Champions League quarterfinal against Bayern Munich with a morale-boosting 3-1 win over Cagliari in S...

APRIL 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores in heavy defeat Piccoli scored one goal to go with three shots (three on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Inter Milan.

Impact Piccoli headed in a Tomasso Aguello cross early in the second half to give his team some hope in the match against Inter and bring it back to 2-1. This was his eighth goal of the season and his first in the last five games. Five of his goals have come in away games, and his shot accuracy has been greater away from home, with 14 of his 35 shots going on target, while only 12 of 44 have gone on target at home.

APRIL 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles versus Empoli Piccoli drew three fouls and generated one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Empoli.

Impact Piccoli didn't do much as he couldn't get open and didn't receive many feeds in a tightly contested game. He has scored and assisted once in the last five tilts, posting 13 shots (five on target), three key passes and four clearances.

APRIL 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Serie A leading scorer Retegui to miss Italy's Nations League quarterfinal matches against Germany

Serie A’s leading scorer Mateo Retegui will miss both of Italy’s upcoming Nations League quarterfinal matches against Germany due to a right thigh injury

MARCH 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Takes four shots against Roma Piccoli drew two fouls and had four shots (three on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 defeat versus Roma.

Impact Piccoli was active and led his side in shots, coming close to scoring a couple of times, but Mile Svilar answered the bell on both occasions. He has scored and assisted once in the last five matches, recording 11 shots (four on target), two chances created and one cross (zero accurate).

MARCH 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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