SANDI LOVRIC NEWS

Serviceable in Milan contest Lovric registered two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate), two tackles (two won) and two interceptions in Friday's 4-0 defeat versus AC Milan.

Impact Lovric quickly returned to the XI after oddly not starting last week and picked up stats in basically every category despite the rough outing for his side. He has notched 14 crosses (two accurate), nine corners, four shots and four interceptions in the last five matches, with no goal contributions.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Provides service in victory Lovric had two shots (zero on goal), nine crosses (three accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 1-0 win against Parma.

Impact Lovric led the Udinese attack Saturday with team-highs in corners (six) and crosses (nine attempted, three accurate) over his 90 minutes of play. He added one tackle (one won) to the team's clean sheet effort. Over his last five league appearances (five starts), the midfielder has attempted 23 crosses (five accurate), 16 corners and nine shots (three on goal) while creating 13 chances and scoring once. Lovric has made 20 successive Serie A starting appearances for Parma dating back to October.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five corner kicks agaisnt Lecce Lovric created two scoring chances and registered five crosses (one accurate), one interception and five corners in Friday's 1-0 victory over Lecce.

Impact Lovric wasn't overly active offensively but kept up his production thanks to set pieces, notching a new season high in corners. He has scored and assisted once in the last five rounds, adding nine shots (four on target), 10 key passes and 16 crosses (three accurate).

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Venezia Lovric scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 win against Venezia.

Impact Lovric scored a goal in the second half, bringing his goal contributions to two in the last two games. He matched his season-high with four shots against Venezia, totaling 11 shots in his last five appearances, showcasing his impact in attack. He will aim to extend his goal contributions streak to three consecutive matches against Napoli on Sunday.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in loss Lovric assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Roma.

Impact Lovric is in good form, recording his third assist of the season against Roma by setting up Lorenzo Lucca's goal just before halftime. He also added two shots and two chances created, bringing his total to six shots and four chances created over his last three games, during which he has averaged at least two shots per match. Lovric will look to extend that streak to four against Venezia on Saturday.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in Udinese bout Lovric recorded three crosses (one accurate), one tackle (one won), two interceptions and two chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Torino.

Impact Lovric wasn't brilliant in the final third like in some of the previous matches but did a little bit of everything on both ends. He has assisted twice and added six shots (one on target), seven key passes, 15 crosses (five accurate) and eight tackles (three won) in the last six matches.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists winning goal at Fiorentina Lovric assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Monday's 2-1 victory over Fiorentina. In addition, he was given a yellow ca...

Impact Lovric assisted the winning goal for Florian Thauvin in the 57th minute. This was his only chance created of the game and only his second chance created in the last four matches. He also took two shots, his most in any of the last four games.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Monday Lovric (thigh) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Fiorentina.

Impact Lovric has made the team sheet after being a late call Monday, appearing to pass his fitness test after dealing with a thigh injury. He has started in the club's past 10 contests and will be expected to continue in that role now that he is healthy.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Fiorentina match Lovric (thigh) "has trained on the side this week, and we'll have two more sessions to assess him and decide what to do," coach Kosta Runjaic informed.

Impact Lovric isn't dealing with anything to serious but might be sidelined for this one and is unlikely to start even should he make it. With Oier Zarraga (thigh) and Martin Payero (knee) on the mend, Arthur Atta is the next man up in the midfield unless the gaffer adapts somebody.

DECEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids big injuries Lovric (thigh) didn't suffer a strain and is day-to-day, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Lovric will be evaluated in the next few days to see whether he can be an option against Fiorentina already, but he escaped without an issue that could have knocked him out for multiple weeks.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off early against Napoli Lovric recorded one shot (zero on goal) in 34 minutes in Saturday's clash with Napoli before being forced off by a thigh injury, Goal reported.

Impact Lovric didn't put up many stats before suffering a muscular injury. He'll be assessed in the next few days. Udinese will play their next game next Monday versus Fiorentina. The coach turned to Arthur Atta since Martin Payero (knee) and Oier Zarraga (thigh) are on the mend.

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists equalizing goal Lovric assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Empoli.

Impact Lovric picked up his first assist of the season as he combined with Keinan Davis to bring the scoreline level at 1-1. He attempted six crosses for the first time this season and also completed three which was also his highest of the year. He is his sides second highest set piece taker behind Florian Thauvin.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Silent in Juventus tilt Lovric drew one foul and generated one tackle (one won) and one interception in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Juventus.

Impact Lovric couldn't follow up his maiden goal with an equally strong performance and was yanked at halftime. He has registered eight shots (three on target), four chances created and 11 crosses (three accurate) in the last four games.

NOVEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lively in Cagliari game Lovric created two scoring chances and registered four shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Friday's 2-0 win versus Cagliari.

Impact Lovric assembled a complete stat line offensively speaking, his busiest to date, but he was once again unable to contribute to a goal despite his impact on that end. He has logged 10 shots (one on target), three key passes and 13 crosses (three accurate) in his last five showings.

OCTOBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in four crosses against Milan Lovric (thigh) created one scoring chance and recorded one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss to AC Milan.

Impact Lovric played most of the game after a minor injury and picked up stats across the board despite not having a particularly flashy display. He has started most matches when healthy. He has tallied six shots (zero on target), two key passes and nine crosses (two accurate) in his last five appearances.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting after one match out Lovric (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Milan.

Impact Lovric returns as expected after missing Udinese's previous match against Lecce. The midfielder has started just one of Udinese's past three Serie A fixtures.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available agaisnt Milan Lovric (thigh) "has recovered fully and will be called up Saturday, coach Kosta Runjaic announced.

Impact Lovric missed the previous game, but his issue wasn't serious. He'll compete with Jurgen Ekkelenkamp, Martin Payero and Oier Zarraga for a pair of spots in the midfield. He has started in four of the last six rounds, tallying six off-target shots, eight inaccurate crosses and seven tackles (five won).

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will be back soon Lovric is dealing with some muscle fatigue in his thigh, Messaggero Veneto reported.

Impact Lovric couldn't feature against Lecce but will recover in short order and might even star for Slovenia in the Nations League, as he's staying with them for now.

OCTOBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for Lecce clash Lovric (undisclosed) has been ruled out for Saturday's match versus Lecce.

Impact Lovric picked up an injury late in the week and won't be risked in this one. Jurgen Ekkelenkamp is replacing him in the midfield.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Lecce tilt Lovric "had a small problem in training and couldn't conclude it. He worked on the side afterward. It's nothing major, but we'll have to evaluate him on game day," coach Kosta Runj...

Impact Lovric might take some tests before the tilt to assess the level of risk. If he's unable to make the XI, Jurgen Ekkelenkamp and Oier Zarraga would join Jesper Karlstrom in the midfield since the frontline is also shorthanded as Florian Thauvin (lower leg) is banged up.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable against Inter Lovric recorded two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate), one tackle (zero won) and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to Inter Milan.

Impact Lovric was a secondary threat on offense and put up better numbers than in previous matches but left a big chance on the table in the first half, as he was unable to punch in a square ball with a slide in the six-yard box. He's still looking for his first goal contribution. He has notched six off-target shots, one key pass and eight crosses (zero accurate) in six appearances (four starts).

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles against Como Lovric recorded two tackles (two won), one key pass and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Como.

Impact Lovric returned to the XI after being used as a sub last week but wasn't too convincing. He'll have to show well consistently to fend off Martin Payero and Jurgen Ekkelenkamp, while Jesper Karlstrom seems to have taken over one spot in the midfield already. He has logged one chance created, three crosses (zero accurate) and four tackles in three games.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subpar versus Bologna Lovric had three crosses (zero accurate), one tackle, one interception and three corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Bologna.

Impact Lovric struggled to get going and picked up stats only thanks to set pieces in this one. His role is more secure with Lazar Samardzic no longer in town, but he could face competition from newcomers Jesper Karlstrom and Jurgen Ekkelenkamp if he doesn't show well.

AUGUST 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not coming back for Empoli game Lovric (thigh) will remain unavailable for Sunday's match against Empoli, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Lovric hasn't practiced enough to be an option and will sit his seventh match in a row. He wasn't as productive as last year in his second Serie A season, tallying one goal, three assists, 43 key passes and 82 crosses (29 accurate) in 29 appearances (21 starts).

MAY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing thigh lesion Lovric has been diagnosed with a flexor strain in his right thigh, Udinese announced.

Impact Lovric will sit out a few matches, but the team didn't fully disclose the severity of the injury. Oier Zarraga, Lazar Samardzic and Martin Payero will pick up the slack in the midfield.

APRIL 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE