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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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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

Wins six duels versus Sassuolo Luperto won six duels and two of four tackles and had three shots (zero on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Sassuolo.

Impact Luperto was stout in the back and also a factor on set pieces in the opposing box. He has registered five interceptions, 20 clearances, and seven blocks in the last five matches, with two clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs four interceptions against Juventus Luperto had four blocks, two clearances, and one interception and won three duels in Friday's 0-4 defeat to Juventus.

Impact Luperto did what he could to contain the opponents, who eventually created too many chances and ran way with the score late in the second half. He ahs registered two tackles (one woN), six interceptions, 23 clearances and eight blocks in the last five tilts, contributing to two clean sheets.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active performance versus Torino Luperto made five clearances and one block during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Torino.

Impact Luperto had a lot of work coming his way here as the opposition dominated for most of the contest and thrived under pressure, pacing his side in clearances and doing a great job to keep Antonio Sanabria at bay. The fact that his side suffered a late goal didn't take any of the shine from the center-back, who racked up 25 clearances over his last five starts and is proving to be a very nice fantasy option.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Atalanta holds Milan 1-1, Napoli beats Monza 4-0 in Serie A

Atalanta has held defending champion AC Milan to a 1-1 draw in their Serie A clash

AUGUST 21, 2022 • Associated Press

Sent off versus Fiorentina Luperto had two blocks, three clearances and one interception before getting a red card at the 66th minute in Sunday's match against Fiorentina.

Impact Luperto grabbed an opponent from behind after turning the ball over near midfield, with no teammates behind him. Koni De Winter came in for a striker and should start next to Ardian Ismajli in the back in Sunday's away game versus Lecce with Luperto suspended.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Empoli Luperto has joined Empoli on a season-long loan with obligation to buy from Napoli, the team announced.

Impact Luperto heads back fairly quickly on permanent basis after spending the previous season on loan here. He logged 29 tackles, 45 interceptions, 129 clearances and 26 blocks in 24 appearances, contributing to three clean sheets.

JULY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to Napoli Luperto was not bought out by Empoli by the deadline, although they remain interested in bringing him back for a lower fee, La Nazione reports.

Impact Luperto featured in 24 matches last season and was their most capped defender in the final few months of the season. It remains to be seen whether the two clubs will indeed be able to strike a deal, though.

JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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

Atalanta holds Milan 1-1, Napoli beats Monza 4-0 in Serie A