Sassuolo Team News Page 11 - Soccer

Domenico Berardi - Starting as expected Berardi (illness) is starting for Sassuolo during Saturday's clash with AC Milan.

Impact Berardi returns from an illness which forced him out of last week's match against Genoa. The attacker starts from the opening kickoff as the main threat for Sassuolo with nine goals and three assists across his 13 appearances in Serie A.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kristian Thorstvedt - Good to go Saturday Thorstvedt (knock) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against AC Milan.

Impact Thorstvedt is good to go after being a slight doubt in the buildup with a knock. The midfielder starts from the opening kickoff having scored three goals in 14 Serie A appearances.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mattia Viti - Available after four matches out Viti (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against AC Milan.

Impact Viti returns from a thigh injury which has kept him out of Sassuolo's last four matches. The fullback has made just four appearances in an injury plagued season thus far.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kristian Thorstvedt - Should be fine for Milan clash Thorstvedt has avoided serious injuries and will likely bite the bullet versus Milan on Saturday, Sky Italy informed.

Impact Thorsvedt has been spotted in practice during the week and should stay in the XI since Daniel Boloca and Uros Racic are hurt. He has posted six shots (three on target), three chances created, and five tackels (three won) in the last five games.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mattia Viti - Could be option versus Milan Viti (thigh) "isn't totally ready, but he has resumed practice and be brought to the bench on Saturday to get back into the thick of things ahead of the following match," coach Ale...

Impact Viti might return to the squad list after four matches on the mend, but he's a long shot to feature considering the gaffer's remarks. Martin Erlic and Gianmarco Ferrari will likely start in the back again.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Domenico Berardi - Fit for Milan clash Berardi (illness) has returned to full training and will be available against Milan on Saturday, Sky Italy informed.

Impact Berardi was a late scratch for the previous match, but his bout with the flu didn't linger. He'll most likely resume starting on the right wing, but Samu Castillejo could move to other roles because of other absences. He has scored four goals, assisted twice, and added 19 shots (nine on target), and four chances created in his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Daniel Boloca - Undergoes jaw surgery Boloca had emergency surgery to reduce a jaw fracture suffered in the Genoa game, Sassuolo announced.

Impact Boloca lost a tooth in a collision early in the game but finished it despite the problem, which arose in the subsequent test. He's going to stay on the mend until he's cleared for contact. Sassuolo will likely have to trust some youngsters if Krstian Thorsvedt, who limped off in this one, is sidelined too, as backup Uros Racic (cal) is currently on the mend.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Matheus Henrique - Solid performance vs Genoa Matheus Henrique generated two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 2-1 loss to Genoa.

Impact Henrique was effective in the final third but made an interception and three clearances as well. It was an all-around display from the midfielder and he will be heavily involved in Sassuolo's engine room as the season rolls on.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Armand Lauriente - Assists again Lauriente assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Friday's 2-1 loss versus Genoa. In addition, he was given a yellow card i...

Impact Lauriente created his second assist in three games in this match and appears to be finding his feet after a slow start to the year. Sassuolo play AC Milan next after returning from the holiday period.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Andrea Pinamonti - Scores in defeat Pinamonti scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Friday's 2-1 loss against Genoa.

Impact Pinamonti had a dangerous outing in attack as he scored for the first time in almost a month. He will come back from the break on a high after his productive performance in this one.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Andrea Consigli - Dissapoints in loss Consigli registered three saves and allowed two goals in Friday's 2-1 defeat against Genoa.

Impact Consigli conceded multiple goals for the seventh consecutive match and is yet to keep a clean sheet this year. Up next is a tough trip away to AC Milan (31 goals scored in 17 games) after the break.

DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kristian Thorstvedt - Forced off in Genoa tilt Thorstvedt won two of two tackles, drew one foul, and had one off-target shot and one clearance before leaving Friday's 1-2 loss to Genoa at the 60th minute due to an apparent thig...

Impact Thorsvedt didn't have a remarkable showing and looked in significant pain when he was helped off the pitch. Nedim Bajrami and Cristian Volpato came on at the same time to replace him and Samu Castillejo. One of the two would get the start versus Genoa if he had to miss time.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Domenico Berardi - Ruled out for Genoa game Berardi won't be available against Genoa on Friday due to the flu, Sky Italy informed.

Impact Berardi came down with an illness overnight and stayed at home to recuperate; Samu Castillejo is replacing him in the XI, while Cristian Volpato and Emil Ceide will be the alternatives on the flanks on the wings.

DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Uros Racic - Will skip more contests Racic has been diagnosed with a left calf strain, Sassuolo announced.

Impact Racic picked up the injury late last week and will sit out two or three more games because of it. He's usually their third option or fourth option in the midfield behind Matheus Henrique, Daniel Boloca, and Kristian Thorstvedt. Nedim Bajrami, Cristian Volpato, and Luca Lipani will pick up the slack.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gregoire Defrel - Sidelined for more games Defrel has been diagnosed with a calf muscular distraction, Sassuolo announced.

Impact Defrel was a late scratch before the last fixture and will miss one or two more while he recovers. Cristian Volpato and Samu Castillejo absorbed his backup minutes against Udinese.

DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 19, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Gian Marco Ferrari - Impacts both ends Ferrari had two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Udinese.

Impact Ferrari added two tackles (one won) as well as an interception, a clearance and a block to go with his attacking production. He started and finished this match after being a substitute last time out, likely boosting his prospects of starting again versus Genoa on Friday.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Andrea Pinamonti - Decent showing in attack Pinamonti generated three shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Udinese.

Impact Pinamonti took three shots for the second game running but was unable to score a sixth goal of the season. He has started every match for Sassuolo this year and will lead the line next time out versus Genoa.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Armand Lauriente - Heavily involved in tie Lauriente registered four shots (one on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and six corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Udinese.

Impact Lauriente tied a season high with six corners taken and he was able to shoot four times on top of creating two chances as well. The end product has been lacking for the forward this year with only three G+A in 2023 but this performance is a step in the right direction.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Domenico Berardi - Scores brace versus Udinese Berardi scored two goals to go with five shots (two on goal), 11 crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Udinese.

Impact Berardi returned from a one-match ban in Sassuolo's last game and put away two penalties for his side. He now has five G+A in his last three appearances and is in great form heading into Friday's contest against Genoa.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Andrea Consigli - Busy in stalemate Consigli registered five saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Udinese.

Impact Consigli conceded multiple goals for the sixth game in a row and is yet to keep a clean sheet in 2023. His next opportunity to do so will be on Friday at Genoa.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruan - Clears disqualification Ruan served a one-match in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Udinese.

Impact Ruan will be eligible to play against Genoa on Friday and will compete for the starting job with Gianmarco Ferrari, who has generally been steadier than him. He has posted three tackles, 13 clearances, and one block in his last three matches.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 17, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Gregoire Defrel - Unavailable against Udinese Defrel will sit out Sunday's clash with Udinese after picking up an injury late in the week, coach Alessio Dionisi relayed.

Impact Defrel still has to take the tests to evaluate the full extent of his physical problem. He has started just twice in the season and once in the last couple of months. Samu Castillejo, Cristian Volpato, and Emil Ceide are the next men up behind the starters.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Uros Racic - Will miss Udinese match Racic won't be an option against Udinese on Sunday due to a last-minute injury, coach Alessio Dionisi informed.

Impact Racic got hurt in the final practice and will be better assessed in the coming days. He got a spot start last week, but Daniel Boloca is back from suspension. Luca Lipani will provide depth at the position.

DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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