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Productive in cameo versus Inter Pafundi had four crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in 11 minutes in Sunday's 2-1 loss versus Inter Milan.

Impact Pafundi had his first noteworthy performance since returning from a loan as he got busy in his cameo, chiefly thanks to set pieces. He could play more than usual with Florian Thauvin (foot) and Alexis Sanchez (thigh) out of commission. He has totaled one key pass, nine crosses (one accurate), five corners and three tackles in five showings (zero starts).

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Cagliari Pafundi (groin) didn't play in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Cagliari.

Impact Pafundi returned on the bench but didn't get minutes as he faces stiff competition, plus his side had two make two injury subs. He'll try to take some playing time away primarily from Florian Thauvin in the upcoming matches.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Cagliari match Pafundi (groin) will make the trip to Cagliari, Udinese announced.

Impact Pafundi has healed up after missing the first matches due to a lingering groin injury and could begin seeing some action off the bench. He appeared eight times off the bench last season, logging eight tackles, three key passes, and one inaccurate cross.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Pafundi extended his contract till 2026 but stays on the mend due to sports hernia, Udinese announced.

Impact Pafund settled a dispute with his club but will miss his third game in a row due to the nagging injury, and he's not a lock to be able to recover during the international break.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Juventus game Pafundi hasn't been called up for Sunday's match versus Juventus.

Impact Pafundi hasn't been involved in the friendlies due to a combination of a late return from the U-20 World Cup and a contractual dispute with the team, as he's refusing to pen an extension. He might be held out for further games before the end of the transfer window. The teenager made eight appearances off the bench last season.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for U20 World Cup Pafundi will miss the final three games of the season as he's on Italy's squad for the U20 World Cup in Argentina.

Impact Pafundi made his final appearance against Fiorentina Sunday, playing just six minutes. He closes his campaign with three chances created, one shot, and eight tackles in eight games (zero starts).

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one corner in Sampdoria game Pafundi (shoulder) recorded one corner, one successful duel, and one tackle in five minutes in Monday's 2-0 win over Sampdoria.

Impact Pafudi returned after sitting two games but didn't see a lot of minutes. He could get some run down the stretch since Udinese don't have a lot to play for. He has posted three chances created, one inaccurate cross, and six tackles (three won) in his last five appearances.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could be back versus Sampdoria Pafundi (shoulder) returned to full training after the Napoli game, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Pafundi should return to the squad after skipping two fixtures with a bruised shoulder unless the coach decides to be extra careful. He had come off the bench in the previous four games, tallying three chances created, one inaccurate cross, and five tackles (two won).

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss some time Pafundi (shoulder) will be sidelined for a few games, Rai informs.

Impact Pafundi isn't dealing with a severe, but the short turnaround between the upcoming matches puts him at risk of sitting out three or four fixtures while the bruise heals.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up shoulder issue Pafudi suffered a shoulder contusion in the recent Cremonese game but avoided structural damage and is considered day-to-day, Udinese announced.

Impact Pafudi recently started to get limited minutes and will probably see more consistent ones since Isaac Success will miss a few games, but he might be forced to spend some time on the mend due to the minor injury.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes on late in draw Pafundi registered one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Monza.

Impact Pafundi came on for only his fourth apperance in the league. He is only 17 years old and has shown extremely promising potential. It will be very unlikely for him to start but we can expect a few cameos off the bench.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE