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Defensive stalwart Luperto had one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Fiorentina.

Impact Luperto helped give Cagliari a chance at beating Fiorentina on Sunday, even though the visitors came up short. In 90 minutes played, Luperto won four of his six tackles, won 11 of his 15 duels, and made five recoveries. The center back also made five passes into the final third, and took one shot that ended up missing the target. Luperto has three assists in Serie A this season as a center back and will look to be an unlikely source of creativity once again this Saturday against Atalanta.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Posts three clearances in Verona tilt Luperto had one tackle (zero won) and six clearances in Friday's 1-0 win over Verona.

Impact Luperto didn't fill it up but was highly instrumental in stopping the opponents. Cagliari didn't concede for the first time since the opener. He has notched six tackles (one won), three interceptions and 24 clearances in the last five games, providing one assist.

NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Collects point in Milan clash Luperto assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), five clearances and one interception in Saturday's 3-3 draw against AC Milan.

Impact Luperto was credited with a helper, his third in the season, for a flick-on before Nadir Zortea's successful finish in the opening minutes. He didn't have a great showing in the back like the rest of the defenders. He has totaled 23 clearances, seven tackles and three interceptions in the last five contests, with no clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Totals assist Luperto assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 win versus Torino.

Impact Luperto collects his second assist of the season to surpass his total from 2023/24 in just eight matches. He's also started and played in every minute of every game, logging in 36 clearances, 10 interceptions and 10 tackles (six won).

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in Juventus clash Luperto drew one foul and registered eight clearances and one interception in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Juventus.

Impact Luperto had his hands full in a daunting match-up but held up for the most part, even though he was unfortunate to cause a PK due to an inadvertent but clear handball early in the first half. He has tallied seven tackles (six won), 21 clearances and seven interceptions in the last five games, with no clean sheets.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Collects point in Como match Luperto assisted once to go with six clearances and one block in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Como.

Impact Luperto had his usual steady display in the back and set up Roberto Piccoli with a sneaky header as he had lingered up front after a set piece. He's been a day-one starter and has logged nine clearances, two tackles and one interception in two games.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Cagliari Luperto has officially signed a contract until 2028 upon transferring from Empoli to Cagliari.

Impact Luperto reunites with coach Davide Nicola and will replace defensive staple Alberto Dossena, who joined Como a couple of weeks ago. He played in every match last season, scoring and assisting once and contributing to nine clean sheets.

JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Fills stat sheet against Atalanta Luperto won three of three tackles and had three interceptions, four clearances and two blocks in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Luperto turned in a very solid shift as usual despite getting booked early in the game, but his team allowed two goals in this one. He has notched five tackles (all won), eight interceptions and 23 clearances in his last five showings, contributing to one clean sheet.

APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE

Plays well in Napoli tilt Luperto recorded one tackle (one won), five clearances, two successful duels and four interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Napoli.

Impact Luperto had a dominant display while his side kept a clean sheet in a difficult spot. They hadn't managed in almost two months. He has logged 26 clearances, five interceptions and three blocks in the last five matches.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Logs eight clearances against Torino Luperto had one tackle (one won), one block and eight clearances in Saturday's 3-2 win versus Torino.

Impact Luperto was busy and on point in the back, but his efforts weren't enough to contain the opponents, and Duvan Zapata outworked him in one of the goals. He has totaled 27 clearances, one tackle (one won) and four blocks in the last five games, with no clean sheets.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Sassuolo Luperto scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), two clearances and one interception in Saturday's 3-2 win versus Sassuolo.

Impact Luperto opened the scoring with a towering header, but he and the rest of the rearguard weren't spotless and gave up two goals later on. He had yet to hit the net this campaign. He has posted three tackles (two won), six interceptions and 17 clearances in the last five rounds, contributing to one clean sheet and assisting once.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Huge at both ends Luperto assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Juventus.

Impact Luperto won one tackle for the fourth consecutive game in addition to making five clearances, one block and five clearances on top of his first assist of the season. He has created four chances in his last four games compared to just three chances created in the prior 18, perhaps hinting at a growing responsibility to join the attack.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Huge at the back Luperto generated one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Cagliari.

Impact Luperto made eight clearances while logging at least one shot for the sixth consecutive game. He has played every minute of Empoli's campaign and will continue to be a vital part of their back line.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Logs eight clearances against Genoa Luperto won four duels and two of two tackles and had eight clearances in Saturday's 1-1d draw with Genoa.

Impact Luperto was his usual commanding self but Genoa found the target early in the game. He has notched six tackles, 28 clearances, and eight blocks in the last five games, contributing to one clean sheet.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shines against Napoli Luperto had one tackle (one won), two blocks, seven clearances, and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Napoli.

Impact Luperto thwarted a few dangerous actions with multiple timely interventions, and his team kept a clean sheet in a tough spot. He has logged 33 clearances, six blocks, and five tackles in the last five games, contributing to blanking the opponents three times.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs six clearances versus Udinese Luperto won four duels and recorded one shot (zero on goal), one block, and six clearances in Friday's 0-0 draw against Udinese.

Impact Luperto didn't need to pile stats but turned in another solid shift as Empoli successfully blanked the opponents in this one. He has registered 13 clearances, four blocks, and six tackles in the last five games, with two clean sheets.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Holds up against Inter Luperto had three tackles (three won), one block, and two clearances in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Inter Milan.

Impact Luperto had an acceptable performance against a vaunted frontline, but his club didn't keep a clean sheet for the fifth straight round. He has tallied eight tackles, eight clearances, and five blocks in matches.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs six clearances against Lazio Luperto had one interception, six clearances, and one block in Round 38's 0-2 defeat versus Lazio.

Impact Luperto turned in good numbers, but his side gave up two goals in the season finale. While he had different partners, he played almost every game. He has recorded 35 tackles, 43 interceptions, 157 clearances, and 42 blocks in 36 games, scoring twice and contributing to seven clean sheets.

JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Juventus Luperto scored one goal to go with four clearances, ten interceptions, and seven duels in Monday's 4-1 win versus Juventus.

Impact Luperto was excellent in the back and recorded his first goal of the season with an opportunistic deflection on a set piece. He has tallied nine interceptions, 20 clearances, nine blocks, and five tackles (one won) in the last five games.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins seven duels against Lecce Luperto had one tackle (zero won), one clearance, and one interception in Monday's 1-0 win against Lecce.

Impact Luperto led the backline with the usual command, and they managed to come away with a rare clean sheet in this one. It hadn't happened since January 23rd. He has logged seven tackles (three won), seven interceptions, 18 clearances, and four blocks in the last five fixtures.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first of season in draw Luperto scored with his only shot-on-target in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Torino. He also completed four clearances, two blocks and a tackle.

Impact Luperto played a solid game on Saturday. He was effective at neutralizing Torino attacks and scored an impressive set of fantasy points. The defender scored the game's opening goal demonstrated that he is also capable of getting on the scoresheet. The regular starter has contributed to five clean sheets and this was his first strike of the season.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stout in Inter clash Luperto recorded two blocks, one tackle (zero won), and six clearances in Monday's 1-0 victory versus Inter Milan.

Impact Luperto played a big role in holding the opponents scoreless with a strong showing in the back in a difficult spot. He has logged five tackles (zero won), two interceptions, 22 clearances, and four blocks in the last four matches, contributing to two clean sheets.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Luperto served his one-game ban in Friday's 1-0 win over Cremonese.

Impact Luperto will be eligible to play and likely start in January 4th's road game versus Udinese. He has tallied 11 tackles, 17 interceptions, 51 clearances, and 13 blocks in 13 appearances so far, contributing to three clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Without 'Kvara,' Napoli gets 10th straight Serie A win

Napoli is still finding ways to win without its most exciting player

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sent off against Napoli Luperto was shown a red card in the 74th minute of Tuesday's defeat against Napoli following a foul on Hirving Lozano for his second booking of the match. He made six clearances an...

Impact Luperto has started in 13 of Empoli's 14 Serie A matches this season, but he will be suspended for Friday's clash against Cremonese after getting sent off on Tuesday. With Koni De Winter (hamstring) out, Sebastian Walukiewicz is set to get the start.

NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE