SC Pisa Team News Page 5 - Soccer

Simone Canestrelli - Busy defensively in loss Canestrelli had one off-target shot and made two tackles and eight clearances during Friday's 1-0 loss against Lecce.

Impact Canestrelli had another brilliant performance at the heart of the defense and was one of the main reasons why his team was able to keep the opposition scoreless for so much time. The center-back couldn't prevent the goal that sealed the loss but it doesn't take any shine of what he keeps doing game after game. The 91 clearances put Canestrelli at the fifth place among all Serie A players in the category but his average over the last four starts (7.8) indicates that he can keep rising on the rankings.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Adrian Semper - Allows one in loss Semper made two saves and conceded one goal during Friday's 1-0 loss against Lecce.

Impact Semper returned to the team after missing the last two games and was able to keep the opposition scoreless for most of the contest with some help from their lack of accuracy in front of the net. However, he couldn't do much when substitute Nikola Stulic anticipated the defender inside the six-yard box to slot home a pass from the left and ruin what would've been the fifth clean sheet over the last nine starts for the goalkeeper. Semper, who's still tied for sixth among his Serie A peers with 44 saves, will try to bounce back during Dec. 21 visit to Cagliari.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Idrissa Toure - Active display in loss Toure had three shots (one on target), created two chances, sent in five crosses (two accurate), made three clearances and was shown a yellow card during Monday's 1-0 loss against...

Impact Toure was very active on both sides of the ball, especially on offense as he made most of any space given to him to create a lot from his right flank and even finish some plays himself. With seven shots, eight chances created, 11 crosses, four tackles, 11 clearances and five interceptions over his last four starts, the midfielder keeps showing his two-way fantasy potential and could be considered one of his team's most reliable assets.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Simone Scuffet - Allows PK goal in loss Scuffet made one save and conceded a penalty goal during Monday's 1-0 loss against Parma.

Impact Scuffet did a little bit better in his second start of the season as he was only beaten from the penalty spot. Other than that, the goalkeeper showed a lot of safety and his lone save was definitely a big one that kept his side in contention. The fact that Scuffet started even with Adrian Semper (illness) recovered may say something and either could get the not for upcoming games.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

M'bala Nzola - Hit with three-game suspension Nzola has been banned for three matches for violently kicking an opponent in the leg while the ball was beyond his reach, the League announced.

Impact Nzola will mostly serve his punishment while starring for Angola in AFCON 2025, which will keep him away from the team for an indefinite period of time. Henrik Meister and Stefano Moreo will lead the attack while he's out, and Matteo Tramoni and Lorran could also play more than usual depending on some tactical choices.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tomas Esteves - DNP in Parma match Esteves (thigh) was an unused sub for Monday's 1-0 defeat against Parma.

Impact Esteves was an option for the first time since September, but the match hung in the balance until late. He hasn't played in nearly two years due to consecutive injuries. He'll be an extra option on the two flanks, but he'll have at least a couple of players ahead of him in the pecking order in each position.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Isak Vural - Doesn't sub in against Parma Vural (knee) wasn't deployed during Monday's 1-0 loss to Parma.

Impact Vural recuperated from a minor injury, but the coach made different choices in the midfield, and the return of Ebenezer Akinsanmiro didn't help. He has also fallen behind Gabriele Piccinini in recent fixtures, so he'll have to seize his opportunities to earn a role in the rotation.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mateus Lusuardi - DNP against Parma Lusuardi (knee) stayed on the bench for Monday's 1-0 defeat versus Parma.

Impact Lusardi recovered from a fairly serious knee injury, but he's the fifth or sixth option in a three-man line, so he'll have to wait for some injuries or declines in form to resume playing after getting some burn early in the season.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ebenezer Akinsanmiro - Creates four chances against Parma Akinsanmiro (shoulder) had three crosses (two accurate), one tackle (one won) and four key passes in 45 minutes in Monday's 1-0 loss to Parma.

Impact Akinsanmiro put up strong numbers despite playing only one half, setting a new season high in chances created and matching the one in crosses. He'll likely return to the starting XI against Lecce on Friday, replacing either Marius Marin or Gabriel Piccinini. He has notched one or more tackles in his last five showings, amassing eight (four won) and adding six key passes, five shots (one on target) and six clearances over that span.

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

M'bala Nzola - Sent off late against Parma Nzola picked up a red card in the 93rd minute of Monday's 1-0 loss to Pisa after registering five shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate).

Impact Nzola led his side in attempts but squandered a few good opportunities and decided to kick an opponent from the back out of frustration during the stoppage time. He'll be unavailable for Friday's match versus Lecce, which was set to be his final one before leaving for AFCON. Stefano Moreo and Matteo Tramoni will absorb his minutes next to Henrik Meister.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ebenezer Akinsanmiro - Bench option for Parma game Akinsanmiro (shoulder) will begin as a sub in Monday's match against Parma.

Impact Akinsanmiro is good to go after a two-game absence, but he won't be rushed into the starting lineup and will eventually provide his contribution in the second half.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Adrian Semper - Not starting versus Parma Semper (illness) is in the initial XI to face Parma on Monday.

Impact Semper is back from an illness, but the coach decided to stick with Simone Scuffet, who stepped up last week. Semper didn't have blunders but wasn't superb either, so he might have to wait for a while for his next opportunity if his rival fares well.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 8, 2025 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Mateus Lusuardi - Option for Parma fixture Lusuardi (knee) "will be back with the squad Monday," coach Alberto Gilardino announced.

Impact Lusuardi is fit again after missing about six weeks because of a knee injury. He had started thrice before getting hurt, logging two tackles (two won), 12 clearances and five blocks, with no clean sheets, although he had already ceded the starting job to Simone Canestrelli.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Isak Vural - Good to go for Parma match Vural (knee) "will be selected for Monday," coach Alberto Gilardino informed.

Impact Vural has quickly recuperated from a nagging knee issue and will resume being a deep option in the midfield, where Gabriele Piccinini and Marius Marin have been playing more than usual lately. Presumptive starter Ebenezer Akinsanmiro is also back from a shoulder injury for this one. Vural has notched two ket passes, four crosses (one accurate), two tackles and four clearances in six seasonal appearances (three strts).

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Adrian Semper - Fit for Parma bout Semper "has shaken off his illness, but he and Simone Scuffet will compete going forward," coach Alberto Gilardino communicated.

Impact Semper will return from a one-game absence but isn't a lock to be back in the starting lineup, as his deputy showed well last week. He had gotten the game in every match beforehand, keeping four clean sheets, making 42 saves and allowing 16 goals in 12 showings.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tomas Esteves - Called up for Parma tilt Esteves (thigh) "will be with us Monday," coach Alberto Gilardino communicated.

Impact Esteves has completed his recovery from a thigh strain he suffered in late September. He has yet to debut this campaign since he missed some matches due to a previous Achilles injury early on. He'll provide depth on both wings once ready to log some minutes.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ebenezer Akinsanmiro - Available versus Parma Akinsanmiro (shoulder) "will be part of the squad for Monday," coach Alberto Gilardino announced.

Impact Akinsanmiro has recovered fairly quickly from a shoulder sprain and will be in contention with Marius Marin and Gabriele Piccinini, depending on how many minutes he can handle right after a two-game layoff. He was a surefire starter before the injury, notching one assist, six shots (one on target), five crosses (zero accurate) and seven tackles (three won) in his last five showings.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 6, 2025 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Marius Marin - Paltry in Inter meeting Marin (ear) had one accurate cross (one on target) and one clearance and drew one foul in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Inter.

Impact Marin returned on the pitch after dealing with a pair of physical problems and went to distance, but didn't make a significant contribution on either end. He'll likely see consistent minutes while Ebenezer Akinsanmiro (shoulder) recovers. He has posted four tackles (three won), one accurate cross and five clearances in his last five displays (three starts).

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Simone Scuffet - Concedes two goals Scuffet made one save and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Inter Milan.

Impact Scuffet only made one save and did allow two goals in the second half but largely was solid for the match. He should have an easier matchup Monday against Parma, a team which has only logged nine goals in 13 Serie A games.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Marius Marin - Starts to face Inter Marin (ear) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Inter Milan.

Impact Marin was dealing with an ear injury, but has shaken off the injury for Sunday, not only making the team sheet but finding a spot in the starting XI. This marks his first start in two appearances, now with eight starts in 10 appearances this season, but still without a goal contribution.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Adrian Semper - Late scratch for Inter game Semper won't be available against Inter because of the flu, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.

Impact Semper will sit out his first match of the season and will look to recuperate for next Monday's contest against Parma. Simone Scuffet will man the sticks in this one.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Marius Marin - Should return against Inter Marin (ear) is on track to be available for Sunday's match versus Inter, Sesta Porta informed.

Impact Marin was held out last week due to an ear problem and some tendinopathy, but he's been able to train afterward, and he could be thrust into a big role since Pisa are thin in the midfield without Isak Vural (knee), Juan Cuadrado (thigh) and Ebenezer Akinsanmiro (shoulder). He could play over or alongside Gabriele Piccinini in a more crowded midfield. He has posted seven tackles (six won), two interceptions and five clearances in his last five displays.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Isak Vural - Picks up knee problem Vural "won't be an option versus Inter because he sustained a tendon injury in his knee in training," coach Alberto Gilardino stated.

Impact Vural will undergo some exams after the tilt, and he could be sidelined for further bouts, as the issue might linger. If Marius Marin (ear) doesn't return, Pisa will be very undermanned in the midfield since Ebenezer Akinsanmiro (shoulder) and Juan Cuadrado (thigh) are also on the shelf.

NOVEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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