RUSLAN MALINOVSKYI NEWS

Swings in three crosses against Verona Malinovskyi registered two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Verona.

Impact Malinovskyi did a little bit of everything in the final third but wasn't involved in his side's goals. He has taken at least one shot in six consecutive appearances, accumulating 13 (three accurate), scoring once and adding nine key passes, eight crosses (five accurate) and four corners.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Logs secondary assist against Cagliari Malinovskyi had one shot (zero on goal), two tackles (both won) and a secondary assist in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Cagliari.

Impact Malinovskyi had a mostly quiet outing but participated in the action that led to the second goal, finding Morten Thorsby on the wing with an accurate long ball. He failed to register a chance after racking up nine in the previous five games and also didn't have a cross or a corner.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Serves suspension Malinovskyi completed a one-game ban in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Fiorentina.

Impact Malinovskyi will return against Cagliari on November 22 and will likely retain a major role under new manager Daniele De Rossi. Mikael Egill Ellertsson, who can feature in multiple roles in the midfield, replaced him in this one. Malinovskyi has created one or more chances in his last five showings, totaling nine and adding 10 shots (three on target), 11 crosses (five accurate) and nine corners and scoring once.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Fiorentina Malinovskyi scored one goal to go with one shot on target, two key passes and three tackles (all won) and picked up his fifth yellow card in Monday's 2-1 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Malinovskyi took advantage of a poor rejection by the goalie on a corner kick and fired it home from the edge of the box for his first goal of the season. On the other hand, he'll have to miss Sunday's home game versus Fiorentina due to yellow-card accumulation. Patrizio Masini, Junior Messias or Nicolae Stanciu will substitute for him in the midfield.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

New coach leads Genoa to first win of the season in Serie A

Genoa has finally won a Serie A game

NOVEMBER 3 • Associated Press

Bombs away versus Parma Malinovskyi created three scoring chances and recorded six shots (two on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Parma.

Impact Malinovskyi was by far the most dangeorous man for his side, leading it in attempts and key pass, but Zion Suzuki answered the bell every time. He posted a new season in shots. He has assisted once and logged 10 shots (three on target), seven key passes, 10 crosses (four accurate) and seven corners while starting in the last five fixtures.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Five corners in away defeat Malinovskyi had six crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 2-1 loss against Napoli. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 38th minute.

Impact Malinovskyi attempted six crosses, five of which were from corners. So far this season, he has created one assist, and this was his first game as the corner taker for the team. Two of his crosses were accurate in the game.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of season Malinovskyi had an assist while taking an off target shot and creating three chances during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Bologna.

Impact Malinovskyi set up Mikael Egill Ellertsson in the 63rd minute assisting the opening goal of the match while leading Genoa with three chances created. The assist was the first goal involvement this season for Malinovskyi as he's started back-to-back fixtures for his club.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from injury Malinkovskyi (ankle) logged 30 minutes in Saturday's game versus Mantova.

Impact Malinovskyi has put his serious ankle problems behind them during the summer and will fight for minutes with Albert Gronbaek, Morten Thorsby and Junior Messias next season. He featured nine times (four starts) in 2024/2025, recording two assists, nine shots (three on target), eight chances created and 12 tackles.

JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to miss last three games Malinovskyi had surgery to remove the plate inserted in his ankle after his massive injury back in September, Il Secolo XIX reported.

Impact Malinovskyi sat out the last few contests due to a knock in the same area, but the operation was pre-planned. The team will likely continue to be cautious, so he's a long shot to feature in the final three games. The multiple injuries limited him to nine appearances (four starts) this year, during which he has assisted twice and posted nine shots (three on target), eight key passes, three crosses (two accurate) and 12 tackles. Morten Thorsby, Lior Kasa, Junior Messias and Vitinha have been playing more with him and Fabio Miretti (shoulder) on the shelf.

MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Malinovksyi (ankle) won't play Sunday against Como, coach Patrick Vieira announced.

Impact Malinovskyi will sit out the third game in short order while nursing an ankle contusion. Vitinha (undisclosed) replaced him in the XI lately, but he's in doubt. Junior Messias and Lorenzo Venturino are the next men up at the position.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return against Lazio Malinovskyi (ankle) "isn't ready to play against Lazio," coach Patrick Vieira relayed.

Impact Malinovskyi will skip the second fixture in a row due to a knock, as the team is being cautious since he had surgery earlier in the season. Vitinha, Junior Messias and Morten Thorsby will pick up the slack.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Verona game Malinovskyi won't be an option against Verona on Sunday due to a knock, coach Patrick Vieira announced.

Impact Malinovskyi got banged up in training and won't be available for this one, but he's expected back for the following fixture. Caleb Ekuban and Junior Messias are the top candidates to replace him, while Jean Onana and Milan Badelj are in contention to play in more defensive roles.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

One shot on target in defeat Malinovskyi generated one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Juventus. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 72nd minu...

Impact Malinovskyi delivered a solid offensive effort in his third outing since returning from an extended absence, recording a shot for a second consecutive outing and landing his first shot on target in four appearances. This also marked his second straight game accounting for at least one chance created, and he is now up to seven chances created over eight appearances on the season.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Provides two assists in Lecce tilt Malinovskyi assisted twice to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Friday's 2-1 victory against Lecce.

Impact Malinovskyi shined in his first start of the season a month after recuperating from a serious ankle injury, setting up Fabio Miretti twice, first with a little ball over the top and then with a timely through pass. The strong showing should help him earn a regular role especially while Genoa are dealing with some absences up front.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Stays on the bench against Venezia Malinovskyi (ankle) didn't play in Monday's 2-0 victory over Venezia.

Impact Malinovskyi made his first bench appearance in months and will likely resume getting minutes in easier situations and with a few more practices in his legs. His return could potentially affect Morten Thorsby (calf), Patrizio Masini and Junior Messias.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Bench addition Monday Malinovskyi (ankle) is on the bench for Monday's match against Venezia.

Impact Malinovskyi is back from his ankle injury after an extended absence, last appearing Sept. 21 in a match also against Venezia. That said, he will hope to see time against the team again, although he will hope to remain healthy this time. He only started in two of his five appearances before his injury and will likely serve in a rotational role.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Selected after long absence Malinovskyi (ankle) has been included in Genoa's squad list to face Venezia on Monday.

Impact Malinovskyi is available for the first time since suffering a major ankle injury in the first meeting between the two sides back in late September. His recovery has been fast all things considered. He'll likely be re-introduced slowly into the rotation. He made five appearances (two starts) before getting hurt, tallying six shots (two on target), three chances created and eight tackles.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Genoa midfielder Malinovskyi to undergo surgery after horrific lower-leg fracture

Genoa midfielder Ruslan Malinovskyi will undergo surgery on Sunday after a horrific-looking lower-leg fracture during a Serie A match at Venezia

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • Associated Press

Diagnosed with massive injury Malinovskyi will undergo surgery due to an ankle dislocation and a fibula fracture, Genoa announced.

Impact Malinovskyi was taken directly to the hospital due to the severity of the injury and is set for a multi-month spell on the sidelines. He's been filling in for Junior Messias (thigh) lately, who shouldn't be too far away from coming back. The same goes for Fabio Miretti (thigh). Morten Thorsby will hold down the fort while his teammates are ready.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Injures ankle Saturday Malinovskyi was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match against Venezia with an ankle injury.

Impact Malinovskyi left the match in the 49th minute, succumbing to injury and being replaced by Andrea Pinamonti. Malinovskyi was stretchered off the pitch and could be set for a lengthy absence.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against Verona Malinovskyi drew one foul, won two of two tackles and registered two shots (zero on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Verona.

Impact Malinovkyi headed back to the bench in the last two weeks after getting the start in the opener, when Andrea Pinamonti hadn't joined yet and Junior Messias played as a striker. He might maintain this role in most games when they are whole, but he generally subs in pretty early. He has notched four shots (zero on target), one key passes and three tackles in three tilts.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Malinovskyi scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Friday's 2-0 win over Bologna.

Impact Malinovskyi scored his fourth goal of the season in the final fixture. It occurred in the 13th minute as he beat the goalkeeper with a well-placed shot from the edge of the box that went off the post and into the net. His four goals this season marked his highest number since 2021.

MAY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot against Roma Malinovskyi won one of one tackle, took one shot on target, created one scoring chance and sent in one cross (zero accurate) in nine minutes in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Roma.

Impact Malinovskyi did a little bit of everything on offense despite his short time on the pitch. If he's feeling better, he could start over Kevin Strootman and Morten Thorsby in the season finale.

MAY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Roma Malinkovskyi (thigh) "has healed and will be a bench option versus Roma on Sunday;" coach Alberto Gilardino announced.

Impact Malinovskyi is good to go after being sidelined for a month and a half because of a significant thigh strain. He operated as a super sub in his last few appearances before getting hurt, and that shouldn't change down the stretch. He has notched four shots (two on target), one key pass and three crosses (zero accurate) in his last five showings.

MAY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE