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Delivers nine crosses in loss Bastoni took one shot off target, created five chances, delivered nine crosses, won two tackles, made three interceptions and drew two fouls in Friday's 2-1 loss versus Sampdoria.

Impact Bastoni was not able to make it on the scoresheet Friday but he still managed to rack up offensive stats. The fullback has now registered one assist in his last three appearances, along with producing two shots, seven chances created and 14 crosses in the same time span. He will look for another positive offensive outing Tuesday against Genoa.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Wins appeal Bastoni got his suspension reduced from two to one game and will be eligible to play Friday versus Sampdoria, Spezia announced.

Impact Bastoni was originally punished for elbowing an opponent away from the ball. He will return to the XI Friday. Spezia where very short-handed and had to adapt Emmanuel Gyasi to left-back to make up for his absence. He has tallied two goals, one assist, 11 chances created and 23 crosses in seven games.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss two games Bastoni was given a two-match suspension for elbowing an opponent away from the ball, the League announced.

Impact Bastoni retaliated for a flick after the ball had already passed him and his opponent and will be forced to skip the games against Salernitana and Sampdoria. Arkadiusz Reca (thigh) and Salvador Ferrer could fill in at left-back.

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Verona Bastoni won two of three tackles, had one interception, took one off-target shot and was sent off late in Sunday's 0-4 loss to Verona.

Impact Bastoni had a forgettable day like most of his teammates and was red-carded late for elbowing an opponent in the chest. He will be suspended for the Salernitana game after the break. If Arkadiusz Reca does not recover in time, the coach will have to adapt somebody to the left-back position.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Produces against Milan Bastoni sent in four crosses (two accurate), created two scoring chances, had five clearances and won two of two tackles in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Milan.

Impact Bastoni once again filled the stat sheet, especially in terms of crosses, despite Spezia suffering another loss. He has had a strong start of the season with two goals, one assist, 22 crosses and 11 chances created in six appearances. Spezia will face Verona away next Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Delives five crosses against Juventus Bastoni sent in five crosses (three accurate), created three scoring chances and had two successful take-ons and two clearances in Wednesday's 2-3 loss to Juventus.

Impact Bastoni logged another busy performance on the offensive end as he paced his team in crosses and chances created. He has enjoyed a nice start of the season as he has already scored twice, adding seven shots, nine chances, 18 crosses and five tackles. Spezia will face Milan at home Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Finds net for number two Bastoni scored once, produced two shots (one on target), created one chance, sent six crosses (two accurate), took two corners and made one tackle (none won) in the 2-1 win against...

Impact Bastoni had his best performance yet during the win Sunday. The defender continued to attack the flank and create opportunities when he could, but the highlight of his performance was his headed goal from a set-piece. In four appearances this season, he is averaging, 1.75 shots, 1.5 created chances, 3.25 crosses, 0.75 corners, 1.0 tackles and 1.0 interceptions per 90 minutes in all competitions. Bastoni is one of the better in-form defenders in the league that is worth a look.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in five crosses in loss Bastoni registered three off-target shots, three chances created, five crosses (three accurate) and two clearances in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Udinese.

Impact Bastoni had a pretty good overall performance, leading his side in crosses and chances created, but they ended up with the loss at home. The midfielder will now look to help them earn the first win in the season when they visit Venezia on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Cagliari Bastoni scored one goal with two shots (one on goal) during a 2-2 draw Monday at Cagliari.

Impact Bastoni equaled his goal tally from one Serie A season ago. Surprisingly, he was a central midfielder Monday but is expected to play on the left side once footballers like Leo Sena (illness) and Viktor Kovalenko (thigh) return. Bastoni could supply value regardless of where he plays. He also recorded six assists and won 29 tackles last season.

AUGUST 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Registers assist in draw Bastoni provided one assist, took one shot on target, created two chances and delivered three crosses in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus Sampdoria.

Impact Bastoni had a good offensive outing Wednesday as he provided one assist in the second half to tie the game. The fullback has now collected three assists in his last five appearances thanks to his role on set pieces. He will look to continue this strong form Saturday versus Torino.

MAY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE