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Paulo Dybala - Creates two chances in Inter game Dybala (thigh) won two of four tackles and registered one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Inter Milan.

Impact Dybala looked pretty bouncy and tried to pull the strings offensively as usual despite the caliber of the opponents and the recent injury. He'll likely be handled with care in the upcoming matches. He has scored once and logged six shots (two on target), seven key passes and six crosses (three accurate) in his last five appearances.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Artem Dovbyk - Held in check by Inter Dovbyk had two shots (zero on target) and eight touches in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Inter Milan.

Impact Dovbyk paid the price of the challenging match and the tight marking and had just a pair of non-threatening headers in this one. He has scored twice and logged 10 shots (two on target), five key passes and one tackle (one won) in the last five contests.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Pellegrini - Decent in Inter game Pellegrini created two scoring chances and generated two shots (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Inter Milan.

Impact Pellegrini has looked healthy and has been a steady contributor on offense for a few consecutive games but has lacked the end product, wasting a few opportunities from good spots. He has recorded one assist, 13 shots (three on target), seven key passes and 14 crosses (four accurate) in the last four matches.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mile Svilar - Concedes once against Inter Svilar recorded five saves and gave up one goal in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Inter Milan.

Impact Svilar was a standout performer but couldn't react quickly enough to Lautaro Martinez's sudden strike from the middle of the box. He kept his team in the games with a few superb saves afterward. He has allowed one goal in each of the last five matches, making 17 saves and two clearances. Roma will host Dynamo Kyiv in the Europa League on Thursday and then face Fiorentina away Saturday.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mats Hummels - On bench Sunday Hummels (illness) is on the bench for Sunday's matchup versus Inter.

Impact Hummels is back in contention, but he has yet to play this season and may not be too active in the weekend's clash. He'll look to show his defensive skills if he's used at some point as either Evan N'Dicka's or Gianluca Mancini's substitute.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Paulo Dybala - Starting against Inter Dybala (thigh) is in the starting XI for Sunday's clash against Inter.

Impact Dybala made a full recovery in time to get the nod in this game, pushing Matias Soule to the bench. The experienced forward should be a good source of offensive production as he looks for his second goal or first assist of the season, although his potential may be slightly limited against a tough opponent.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stephan El Shaarawy - Absent for Inter clash El Shaarawy (calf) won't return in Sunday's game versus Inter, Sky Italy reported.

Impact El Shaarawy needs more time to shake off a calf strain and is in serious doubt also for the next two fixtures since he got hurt in the last match before the break, and the injury could take up to one month to heal. Angelino or Nicola Zalewski will man the left wing against Inter.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Chelsea, Lyon and Roma stay perfect with victories in Women's Champions League

Chelsea, Lyon and Roma all stayed perfect in the Women’s Champions League by cruising to away victories

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • Associated Press

Paulo Dybala - Ready for Inter game Dybala (thigh) has been a full-go in training this week and might get the nod against Inter on Sunday, Mediaset informed.

Impact Dybala missed the Monza game before the break due to some discomfort, but the exams ruled out serious injuries, and he's been able to ramp up in training ahead of Serie A's resumption. He'll be in the XI if close to 100 percent given the magnitude of the game. He has scored once and posted six shots (two on target), five key passes and seven crosses (two accurate) in the last five games.

OCTOBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mats Hummels - Recovers from illness Hummels (flu) told Corriere dello Sport that he'd start against Inter or Dynamo Kyiv.

Impact Hummels quickly shook off the illness that sidelined him for the Monza fixture and is looking to make his debut after working on his conditioning for a few weeks after spending the summer without a team. He reckoned he'd have better odds of featuring in the Europa League given the caliber of the next domestic opponents.

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Stephan El Shaarawy - Dealing with minor injury El Shaarawy is nursing a mild calf strain and might make it for the Inter clash after the break, Corriere dello Sport relayed.

Impact El Shaarawy has avoided more serious lesions and has a chance to recuperate fully during the international break or limit the damage after it.

OCTOBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Roma upsets Wolfsburg while Lyon and Chelsea both win as women's Champions League begins

Roma opens its women’s Champions League campaign with an upset 1-0 win against two-time champion Wolfsburg while record eight-time winner Lyon eases past tournament debutant Galata...

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • Associated Press

Paulo Dybala - Avoids major issues Dybala won't play with Argentina during the break but has escaped without a lesion, Corriere dello Sport informed.

Impact Dybala felt some discomfort in the final practice before the Monza match and was ruled out altogether, but the ensuing tests were encouraging, and he has strong chances to be available against Inter on October 20.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Paulo Dybala - Avoids major issues Dybala won't play with Argentina during the break but has escaped without a lesion, Corriere dello Sport informed.

Impact Dybala felt some discomfort in the final practice before the Monza match and was ruled out altogether, but the ensuing tests were encouraging, and he has strong chances to be available against Inter on October 20.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Enzo Le Fee - Unused against Monza Le Fee (thigh) stayed on the bench in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Monza.

Impact Le Fee was available after sitting out six matches, but the coach elected to field players who were in better shape in a tightly contested affair. He'll challenge Manu Kone and Niccolo Pisilli after the break. He has notched four crosses (one accurate), two key passes, and three shots (one on target) in two seasonal appearances.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Angelino - Uneven in Monza game Angelino had one shot (zero on goal), six clearances, five tackles (zero won) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Monza.

Impact Angelo put up decent numbers but was rarely completely on point on both ends. He has assisted once and added six key passes, 22 crosses (five accurate), nine tackles (two won) and 13 clearances in the last five fixtures.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Matias Soule - Underwhelming versus Monza Soule drew four fouls and recorded one cross (zero accurate), two chances crated and one corner in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Monza.

Impact Soule has had a considerable role in the last three matches due to Paulo Dybala's injury woes but is struggling to get going and replicate his Frosinone numbers so far. He has posted seven shots (four on target), seven key passes and 12 crosses (four accurate) in the last five matches, with no goal contributions.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nicola Zalewski - Productive in Monza clash Zalewski registered six crosses (two accurate), one tackle (one won), one clearance and three chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Monza.

Impact Zalewski saw a lot more action than expected in his return after a five-game absence mostly related to the transfer market since Stephan El Shaarawy left early due to a calf problem. He was dynamic despite missing time and led his side in key passes and deliveries. He'll take over the position if the teammate is sidelined for some games.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Zeki Celik - Swings in four crosses in Monza match Celik won two of two tackles and had one shot (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Monza.

Impact Celik turned in yet another solid two-way display as he has routinely done this season since Saud Abdulhamid isn't yet a credible competitor and Alexis Saelemaekers picked up a serious ankle injury right away. He has notched nine key passes, 15 crosses (four accurate) and 12 tackles (nine won) in the last five matches.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Pellegrini - Active as usual against Monza Pellegrini created done scoring chance and recorded three shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Monza.

Impact Pellegrini contributed across the board on offense while taking on a bigger role with Paulo Dybala (thigh) on the mend but didn't have a particularly brilliant display. He has assisted once and added 11 shots (two on target), five key passes end eight crosses (two accurate) in the last three matches.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Manu Kone - Fires five shots versus Monza Kone had five shots (one on goal) and one interception and drew two fouls in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Monza.

Impact Kone made his presence felt in the final third more frequently than usual, leading his team in attempts and setting a new season high, but he found the mark just once despite his volume. He's facing unexpected competition from Niccolo Pisilli, and Enzo Le Fee will also be in the mix soon following an injury. He has recorded nine shots (three on target), three key passes and vei tackles (three won) in his last five appearances.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Artem Dovbyk - Nets in Monza fixture Dovbyk drew two fouls and scored one goal to go with three shots (one on target) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Monza.

Impact Dovbyk kept up his good work thanks to a relentless run through defenders and a surgical finish from the middle of the box, tallying his fourth goal in the last six matches. He has added 14 shots (seven on target) and six key passes.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE