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Four saves in loss Milinkovic-Savic made four saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Udinese.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic was beaten once by a long-range effort and was fortunate not to concede more, with two Udinese goals ruled out and another strike crashing against the post as the hosts dominated proceedings in attack. The goalkeeper still managed to register four saves, taking his total to seven across his last two appearances, though he has conceded three goals in that span and is now without a clean sheet in three straight matches. He is expected to be back in action on Sunday against Cremonese.

DECEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Allows two goals in loss Milinkovic-Savic made three saves and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 2-0 loss against Benfica.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic's away struggles in the Champions League continued as he conceded two more goals, bringing his total to ten allowed across three road matches. In contrast, he has kept back-to-back clean sheets in his other three home appearances, allowing just one goal. He has made at least three saves in every match, totaling eighteen. He will return to league action when Napoli visit Udinese on Sunday.

DECEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes once versus Juventus Milinkovic-Savic made one save and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Juventus.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic was rarely called into action but was surprised by a clever finish by Kenan Yildiz, failing to record his third straight clean sheet. He has made 10 saves and given up four goals in the last five matches. Up next, Napoli will visit Benfica in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday and Udinese in Serie A play Sunday.

DECEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli triumphs in penalty shootout to reach Italian Cup quarterfinals; Inter also advances

Napoli has advanced to the Italian Cup quarterfinals after a dramatic penalty shootout against Cagliari

DECEMBER 3 • Associated Press

Two saves in 1-0 win Milinkovic-Savic made two saves and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 1-0 win against Roma.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic kept his third clean sheet in the Serie A this season. He has also kept two clean sheets in the Champions League this season. He has made at least two saves in each of his last nine games.

DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli wins 1-0 at Roma to move level with AC Milan atop tight Serie A standings

Defending champion Napoli has won 1-0 at rival Roma to move level with AC Milan atop the tight Serie A standings

NOVEMBER 30 • Associated Press

Keeps clean sheet in UCL win Milinkovic-Savic made three saves and kept a clean sheet during Tuesday's 2-0 Champions League win over Qarabag.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic saw his side dominating the opposition during the entire game but showed his usual safety when called into action to keep his fourth clean sheet over the last six games, With Serie A clashes against Roma and Juventus and then a UCL visit to Benfica up next, the goalkeeper will definitely be challenged but his recent production is very encouraging.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Beaten once in Atalanta clash Milinkovic-Savic recorded two saves and one clearance and allowed one goal in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Atalanta.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic wasn't too busy as Napoli pulled the string, but couldn't catch a close-range volley by Gianluca Scamacca early in the second half. He has made multiple saves in seven consecutive matches, amassing 17 and giving up 10 goals over that span, with three clean sheets. Up next, Napoli will host Qarabag in Champions League play Tuesday and then face Roma away next Sunday.

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes twice versus Bologna Milinkovic-Savic had two saves and one clearance and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-0 loss versus Bologna.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic gave up two goals, ending a streak of three straight clean sheets, and wasn't perfect on Thijs Dallinga's opener, as he didn't guard his post properly. He has surrendered three goals and made 12 saves and five clearances in the last five matches. Up next, Napoli will host Atalanta on November 22.

NOVEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Maintains clean sheet run Milinkovic-Savic had four saves and allowed zero goals in Tuesday's 0-0 draw versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic enjoyed an excellent week, keeping three consecutive clean sheets across three matches in all competitions, including his first in the Champions League, while making eight saves during that stretch. He had not managed a clean sheet before this run and will aim to maintain his strong form when Napoli visit Bologna, the joint second-best attacking side in the league with 16 goals.

NOVEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Luciano Spalletti makes a successful debut at Juventus; Napoli held 0-0

Luciano Spalletti had a successful debut as Juventus coach with a 2-1 win at Cremonese

NOVEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Denies PK against Lecce Milinkovic-Savic rejected a penalty kick, made two saves and secured a clean sheet in Tuesday's 1-0 victory against Lecce.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic prevented the opponents from getting the lead by guessing right on Francesco Camarda's attempt and kept his first clean sheet of the season. He'll start consistently with Alex Meret (foot) on the shelf. He has surrendered 10 goals and made 11 saves in the last six contests. Napoli will host Como on Saturday.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Serie A leader Napoli beats Lecce 1-0, Camarda in tears after penalty miss; Milan held at Atalanta

Napoli moves clear at the top of Serie A with a 1-0 win over Lecce

OCTOBER 28 • Associated Press

Concedes once versus Napoli Milinkovic-Savic recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Inter Milan.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic was protected well by his defense in a challenging match-up and was beaten only by a PK. He's set to start consistently since his competitor, Alex Meret, fractured his foot. He conceded 10 goals in the last five matches due to the recent rout versus PSV, making nine saves and failing to keep a clean sheet. Napoli will face Lecce away Tuesday.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Tough day Tuesday Milinkovic-Savic had three saves and allowed six goals in Tuesday's 6-2 defeat versus PSV Eindhoven.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic did not have a good time in the net Tuesday, allowing six goals to PSV. He had previously conceded just three goals, combining for nine goals allowed and nine saves in three UCL appearances.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli 'absorbing the masters' teachings' in Champions League but Antonio Conte hopes to 'surpass' European giants after 'carving out role' for Kevin De Bruyne

Napoli head coach Antonio Conte believes the team should treat their Champions League experience as a "school" and fully "absorb" the lesson...

OCTOBER 21 • goal

Napoli 'absorbing the masters' teachings' in Champions League but Antonio Conte hopes to 'surpass' European giants after 'carving out role' for Kevin De Bruyne

Concedes once against Torino Milinkovic-Savic (back) had one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Torino.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic got the nod over Alex Meret for the third contest in a row and, while he wasn't very busy, he couldn't do match on the lone goal of the game, a tap-in by Giovanni Simeone. He has yet to keep a clean sheet after five starts, during which he has surrendered six goals and made 12 saves. Napoli will face PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League on Tuesday and host Inter on Saturday.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli lose at Torino after late VAR ruling and Inter beats Roma

Napoli's celebrations in Turin were cut short after a dramatic finish against Torino in Serie A

OCTOBER 18 • Associated Press

Fit for Torino tilt Milinkovic-Savic (back) will be in contention to start Saturday, Il Mattino reported.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic skipped international duties because of an ailment but won't miss time in league play and will duel for the starting job with Alex Meret as he's done so far. He has allowed five goals and made 11 saves in four appearances and is looking for his first clean sheet.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Exonerated by Serbia Milinkovic-Savic won't answer Serbia's call-up due to back pain and will need 10 days to heal, the national team announced.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic will stay in Naples to recover and will likely be ready for the next Serie A game on October 18, since the injury is minor. He has started over Alex Meret in four of the last six matches.

OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

No saves but concedes Milinkovic-Savic made no saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Genoa.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic started his second game in Serie A this season, having started both games in the Champions League. He is waiting to keep a clean sheet, having conceded five goals across his four games.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Three saves in win Milinkovic-Savic had three saves and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against Sporting CP.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic repelled three of four Sporting CP shots on target Wednesday as Napoli outlasted the Portuguese side for a 2-1 victory. Milinkovic-Savic is sharing minutes with fellow Napoli keeper Alex Meret. The former has started in each of Napoli's Champions League fixtures and made one Serie A start., while the latter has started in four of five league matches but has not been called upon for a Champions League fixture. If Milinkovic-Savic continues as the starter for Napoli's European fixtures, expect to see him between the sticks Oct. 21 when Napoli face an away challenge versus PSV.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Allows two against Manchester City Milinkovic-Savic recorded six saves and allowed two goals in Thursday's 2-0 loss against Manchester City.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic was okay in his UCL opener with Napoli despite allowing two goals, with the goalie still stopping an important six shots in the loss to weaken the blow. He did this while only having 10 men with him on the field, as his team received a red card just 20 minutes in. He will now face Pisa on Monday in Serie A action in his next outing.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Allows one against Fiorentina Milinkovic-Savic had two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Fiorentina.

Impact Milinkovic-Savic was in net for the first time this season Saturday, with the goalie making two saves while allowing one goal in the win. He will now work for his first clean sheet after he had 10 in 37 appearances with Torino last campaign, facing Pisa next time out.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Napoli Milinkovic-Savic has joined Napoli on loan with an obligation to buy from Torino.

Impact Milinkovic heads to a big team after four solid campaigns at Torino. He'll begin behind Alex Meret and likely play more than a standard deputy even if he doesn't manage to edge out his new teammate. He allowed 42 goals last season, making 135 saves, keeping 10 clean sheets and saving four PKs.

JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE

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