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Delivers beautiful assist Castro assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Juventus. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 76th minute.

Impact Castro set up Bologna's second goal with a perfect assist, as his backheel allowed Tommaso Pobega to double the team's lead early in the second half. Aside from the set-up, Castro was active in the final third, and his mobility posed several problems to Juventus' defensive line. Castro has been one of Bologna's most productive players in the current Serie A campaign -- he has four goals and three assists across 14 appearances (13 starts).

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Silent in Lazio game Castro drew two fouls and had one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Lazio.

Impact Castro tried to get something going with a few runs but was mostly left stranded up front. He came out as he was cramping up. He has scored and assisted once in the last five matches, posting five shots (three on target), four key passes and two crosses (zero accurate).

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist in 3-2 away win Castro scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and two chances created in Sunday's 3-2 win over Roma.

Impact Castro picked up his first return in eight games as he scored and assisted goals, which helped his side win away to Roma. This is also the first game in nine where he has created more than one chance.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Fires three shots versus Lecce Castro recorded three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Lecce.

Impact Castro co-paced his team in attempts along with a pair of teammates, but Wladimiro Falcone denied him twice, and he didn't contribute in other areas. He hasn't scored in six games after a hot start, posting seven shots (four on target), two key passes and three crosses (zero accurate).

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Contained by Genoa Castro drew one foul, created one scoring chance and had one tackle (zero won) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Genoa.

Impact Castro didn't get much going even though his side controlled the ball for most of the game and hit the net twice. He'll have to keep producing to fend off Thijs Dallinga. He has scored twice and posted nine shots (six on target), two key passes and one cross (zero accurate) in the last five fixtures.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off the bench late against Liverpool Castro (calf) had one pass in 11 minutes in Wednesday's 2-0 loss to Liverpool.

Impact Castro was healthy, but the coach decided to spare him and rotate a little midweek. Thijs Dallinga had a good showing, but he'll likely be back in the XI against Parma on Sunday given his recent form.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Liverpool clash Castro (calf) has been named in Bologna's squad list to face Liverpool on Wednesday.

Impact Castro avoided lingering problems despite leaving early in the previous game and has a shot to stay in the Xi over Thijs Dallinga. He has found his groove with three goals in the last four matches, adding one assist, 10 shots (six on target) and six key passes.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and limps off versus Atalanta Castro scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) before exiting Saturday's game against Atalanta due to a calf issue, Tuttomercatoweb reported.

Impact Castro broke the deadlock with a surgical strike from outside the box after a solo action but couldn't continue after visibly holding his calf. He'll have to be assessed ahead of Wednesday's road game versus Liverpool. Thijs Dallinga would get the nod if he was unable to go or limited.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Decides Monza game Castro scored one goal to go with three shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Monza.

Impact Castro notched another start over Thijs Dallinga despite a midweek game and bagged the game-winning goal with a thunderbolt from downtown that surprised the goalie. It's his second goal of the season. He has assisted once and logged 12 shots (six on target) and five key passes in the last five matches.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Super substitute appearance Castro scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Como.

Impact Castro entered the fray Saturday for the final 27 minutes of regular time with his team trailing by two goals. The young Argentinian forward wasted no time in making is presence known, firing a loose ball in the box home to bring his side within one before assisting the stoppage time equalizer. The goal and assist were each Castro's first of the campaign. He had started in each of Bologna's first three matches prior to being forced to come off the substitute's bench Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Misfires versus Empoli Castro drew three fouls and recorded three shots (zero on goal), one interception, and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Empoli.

Impact Castro got the nod over Thijs Dallinga for the third straight game, although the two played together in the final stretch of the game, but couldn't exploit a few decent chances. He hasn't capitalized on his early game time, tallying 10 shots (two on target), one key pass, and one cross (zero accurate) in three matches, and it shouldn't be long before the newcomer takes over.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots against Udinese Castro won one of one tackle and registered five shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Udinese.

Impact Castro got the nod over Thijs Dallinga in the opener and was pretty involved, co-pacing his side in attempts, but missed the mark in most of them. He'll have to fare well to stave off the competition of the newcomer. He scored and assisted once in limited opportunities in the past campaign.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Atalanta tilt Castro (international duties) didn't play in Sunday's 2-1 win over Atalanta.

Impact Castro was eligible to make his debut, but he'll need less challenging fixtures and more comfortable situations to get minutes given his lack of experience and the elite competition. He scored seven goals in 35 games with Velez Sarsfield.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Atalanta clash Castro (international duties) has been named in Bologna's squad list to face Atalanta on Sunday.

Impact Castro will be available for the first time since joining after finishing up his duties with Argentina U-23 and working on his conditioning for a week. He'll be the third option behind Joshua Zirkzee and Jens Odgaard at first.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Bologna Castro has moved to Bologna from Velez Sarsfield, the teams announced.

Impact Castro has blossomed last year, tallying seven goals in 35 domestic appearances. He'll back up Joshua Zirkzee and provide depth on the flanks once available, but he's currently partaking in the CONMEMBOL Pre-Olympic Tournament.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

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