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Dany Mota - Picks up yellow card in draw Mota Carvalho had one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Lazio. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 40th minute.

Impact Mota Carvalho had a quiet outing and could not do much before subbing off in the 69th minute. The forward did receive his first yellow card in the season, though. He logged his third start in five overall appearances, but has yet to score or assist so far.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Roberto Gagliardini - Scores equalizer at Lazio Gagliardini scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Lazio.

Impact Gagliardini scored the 1-1 equalizer in the 36th minute to help Monza earn one point on the road. The midfielder had a good outing, logging the second-most shots and chances created for his side. That was his first goal in the season after five starts.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Michele Di Gregorio - Makes zero saves in draw Di Gregorio made no saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Lazio.

Impact Di Gregorio wasn't really tested and conceded only in a penalty kick in the 12th minute. That was the first time in the season he made no saves at all, but has only one clean sheet in four starts. He will look to keep things rolling against Bologna on Thursday.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luca Caldirola - Eligible to face Bologna Caldirola served his ban in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Bologna.

Impact Caldirola had to sit one out after being expelled against Lecce. He'll likely be back in the XI. He has notched five tackles, four interceptions, six clearances, and three blocks in four games, contributing to two clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Danilo D`Ambrosio - Wins two tackles against Lazio D'Ambrosio (ankle) created one scoring chance, had one clearance, and won two of two tackles in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Lazio.

Impact D'Ambrosio saw some action off the bench in his return from a two-week absence. He'll likely be the top defensive backup the rest of the way. He has registered seven tackles, five interceptions, and three clearances in three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Davide Bettella - Sidelined again Bettella had a relapse of his ankle injury, coach Raffaele Palladino announced.

Impact Bettella has yet to play this season but was back on the squad list for the previous match after missing time to open the campaign. The new injury could sideline him for a few more matches, but he's only a deep option in the Monza defense.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Michele Di Gregorio - Will return against Lazio Di Gregorio (head) has been selected for Saturday's clash with Lazio.

Impact Di Gregorio was held out to be safe in the past game and didn't experience lingering effects and will most likely reclaim his starting job. He kept one clean sheet, made 12 saves, and allowed five goals in three games so far.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Danilo D`Ambrosio - Available against Lazio D'Ambrosio (ankle) made Monza's squad list to face Lazio Saturday.

Impact D'Ambrosio recovered from an ankle sprain and, if in good enough shape, he will have a shot to start since regular starter Luca Caldirola is suspended. The top alternative is Andrea Carboni, who's healthier. He logged five tackles, three interceptions, and two clearances in two appearances so far.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gianluca Caprari - Out against Lazio Caprari "will miss time with a knee sprain," coach Raffaele Palladino announced.

Impact Caprari was carried off the pitch in the past and is still being evaluated, as there's concern the injury is substantial. Dany Mota Carvalho, Samuele Vignato, and Valentin Carboni will be the options in the hole Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Giulio Donati - Returns at Monza Donati has agreed to a one-year deal with Monza, the club announced.

Impact Donati was let go as his contract expired in June, but the team decided to change its stand and bring him back since he was still a free agent. He'll provide some veteran depth in multiple roles. He has tallied five tackles, four interceptions, and nine clearances in eight appearances (four starts) last season.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pedro Pereira - Delivers eight crosses versus Lecce Pereira generated nine crosses (zero accurate), one interception, and one tackle in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Lecce.

Impact Pereira tied Andrea Colpani for most crosses within his team despite coming off the bench but didn't find a teammate in any of them. He's getting minutes as Samuele Birindelli's backup with Patrick Ciurria moving to the left wing in recent matches. He has tallied 11 crosses (two accurate), three clearances, and one key pass.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Matteo Pessina - Underwhelming against Lecce Pessina registered one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate), four tackles (two won), and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Lecce.

Impact Pessina did a little bit of everything but is putting up lower numbers relative to last season as he's playing consistently as a holding midfielder rather than as a no.10 considering Andrea Colpani's emergence. He has recorded three chances created, eight tackles, and two shots (one on target) so far.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Patrick Ciurria - Serviceable versus Lecce Ciurria had two shots (zero on goal), six crosses (zero accurate), two tackles (one won), and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Lecce.

Impact Ciurria put up his usual numbers but didn't have the usual accuracy in this one. He has assisted once and added eight key passes, seven shots (one on target), and 20 crosses (six accurate). Monza will face Lazio away Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dany Mota - Mixed bag in Lecce bout Mota Carvalho generated six shots (four on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Lecce.

Impact Mota Carvalho put up numbers off the bench after replacing Gianluca Caprari early, and led his team in shots but also couldn't beat the goalie from very good positions on a few occasions. He's still searching for his first goal. He has tallied 11 shots (five on target), three chances created, and four crosses (one accurate), in four appearances (two starts).

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Roberto Gagliardini - Misfires versus Lecce Gagliardini drew three fouls, had five shots (zero on goal), and won three of five tackels and 12 duels in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Lecce.

Impact Gagliardini helped out the midfield and the defense with his physicality and racked up hustle stats but was wide of the mark in all his attempts. He has logged ten shots (two on target), two key passes, and 17 tackles in four games.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Michele Di Gregorio - Misses out due to blow to the head Di Gregorio was held out against Lecce because he suffered a head injury in the final practice, Sky Italy informed.

Impact Di Gregorio wasn't totally right, and the coaching staff opted not to risk him, handing Alessandro Sorrentino his first career start. He was reportedly a late call. He'll look to clear the protocol ahead of Saturday's away clash with Lazio.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jean Akpa - Doesn't feature against Lecce Akpa Akpro didn't play in Sunday's 1-1 tie with Lecce.

Impact Akpa Akpro recovered from a small injury, but the coach rolled with his usual midfielders in this one. He'll try to gnaw at Roberto Gagliardini and Jose Machin's minutes in the upcoming games. He logged 54 tackles, six chances, and 21 clearances in 24 matches (16 starts) with Empoli last season, scoring and assisting once.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Davide Bettella - Unused in Lecce contest Bettella (ankle) didn't play in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Lecce.

Impact Bettella was fit for the first time in the season but didn't get minutes. He figures to be the third defensive backup following a so-so season-long spell at Palermo in Serie B.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Colombo - Logs assist against Lecce Colombo assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two tackles (two won), and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Lecce.

Impact Colombo drew his first start and interplayed well with Andrea Colpani on the lone goal for his side. He's set for regular minutes in the upcoming stretch if Gianluca Caprari (leg) has to miss time. He started over Dany Mota Carvalho in this one.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Andrea Colpani - Puts on a show against Lecce Colpani scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal), nine crosses (four accurate), and four key passes in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Lecce.

Impact Colpani hit the net once again with a tidy finish from the edge of the box and led his side in both crosses and key passes with a wide margin with the help of a host of corner kicks. He has logged three goals, 11 shots (five on target), and nine chances created in four games. Monza will face Lazio away Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alessandro Sorrentino - Concedes once in Lecce game Sorrentino registered two saves, one clearance, and one punch, and gave up one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Lecce.

Impact Sorrentino got the nod over the more experienced Stefano Gori with Raffaele Di Gregorio sidelined and had an early gaffe, misplacing a pass and leading to a foul in the box by Luca Caldirola, but he wasn't challenged much afterward. It was his first appearance in Serie A. The starter isn't dealing with a serious injury and should be back against Lazio.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luca Caldirola - Booked twice in Lecce game Caldirola had two clearances, one interception, and two successful duels before getting sent off in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Lecce.

Impact Caldirola had a decent game but committed two bookable offenses and will have to sit the next game. Andrea Carboni has gotten the most run among the backup defenders with Danilo D'Ambrosio currently sidelined.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gianluca Caprari - Helped off in Lecce game Caprari was subbed off due to injury in the 26th minute of Sunday's game against Lecce after recording one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate), and one chance, Sky Italy...

Impact Caprari got tangled up in a tackle and couldn't put any weight on his leg while being carried off the pitch by the trainers. He's headed for some tests. Dany Mota Carvalho substituted for him.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Michele Di Gregorio - Late scratch for Lecce game Di Gregorio will miss Sunday's clash with Lecce due to an injury, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Di Gregorio is surprisingly missing from the game-day squad list after making the initial one. Alessandro Sorrentino is starting over fellow backup Stefano Gori.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Davide Bettella - Fit for Lecce match Bettella (ankle) will be available Sunday against Lecce, Monza announced.

Impact Bettella has shaken off an ankle injury that sidelined him before the break and will provide depth in the back, but he has several more established players ahead of him in the depth chart.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE