ALESSANDRO BUONGIORNO NEWS

Shows well in Inter tilt Buongiorno recorded two tackles (one won), one block and six clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Inter Milan.

Impact Buongiorno had his best display since recuperating from a serious back injury, but it didn't suffice to completely shut down the opponents. He has notched seven tackles (three won), four interceptions, 11 clearances and one block in the last three fixtures.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Makes first since since major injury Buongiorno registered two tackles (two won), three clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Lazio.

Impact Buongiorno returned to the XI a couple of weeks after recovering from a back fracture and looked fine for the most part, although he didn't have 90 minutes in his legs yet. Napoli conceded one of the two goals after he was subbed out. He'll be a fixture going forward, but Juan Jesus could stay in the XI until Mathias Olivera (calf) returns.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

DNP versus Monza Buongiorno (back) was an unused sub in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Roma.

Impact Buongiorno was good to go after being sidelined by a serious back injury, but Juan Jesus played the whole game. He could start being reintroduced before eventually reclaiming the starting job in the next couple of games.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option for Roma clash Buongiorno (back) is available for Sunday's game versus Roma.

Impact Buongiorno is good to go after sitting out six weeks due to a back fracture but will be managed at first, with Juan Jesus continuing to start over him for the time being.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Has begun ramping up Buongiorno (back) "has started working with us this week, but he has to re-do the physical preparation because he lost some muscular mass. We're trying to get him back into shape....

Impact Buongiorno has missed the last five weeks due to a back fracture and has an outside shot of making the bench Saturday, although he doesn't appear fit enough to get minutes yet given the boss' remarks. Juan Jesus is set to stay in the XI a while longer.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit out multiple multiple games Buongiorno is expected to be sidelined for four to six weeks, Corriere dello Sport informed.

Impact Buongiorno will attempt to return in the second half of January after suffering two back fractures. Juan Jesus and Rafa Marin will fill in for him initially, but Napoli might add a new defender early in the window.

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers back injury Buongiorno has been diagnosed with two transverse process fractures after a hard fall in training, Napoli announced.

Impact Buongiorno cracked the protusions of two vertebrae in training and will miss at least a pair of games, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed. Juan Jesus and Rafa Marin are the next men up in the defense.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Very solid in Inter bout Buongiorno recorded three tackles (three won), two blocks, four clearances and three interceptions in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Inter Milan.

Impact Buongiorno played a major role in stopping the opposing strikers even though Napoli gave up one goal on a long-range effort. He has contributed to three clean sheets in the last five rounds, totaling 13 tackles (nine won), 15 interceptions and 12 clearances.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs five interceptions versus Atalanta Buongiorno won three of five tackles and had five interceptions and one clearance in Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Atalanta.

Impact Buongiorno had a good showing from a personal standpoint and wasn't directly at fault in any of the three goals, but Napoli had their roughest defensive performance since the opener, when he wasn't available. He has tallied 10 tackles (six won), 12 interceptions and nine clearances in the last five matches, contributing to three clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Helps shut down Milan Buongiorno drew one foul and had one tackle (one won), three clearances and three interceptions in Tuesday's 2-0 win versus AC Milan.

Impact Buongiorno was tested by Alvaro Morata and company, but Napoli resisted despite sitting back a lot following the two-nil goal. He has logged five tackles (three won), seven interceptions and 11 clearances in the last five matches. He has contributed to a clean sheet in all but two seasonal appearances.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Intercepts two balls against Lecce Buongiorno drew one foul, committed one, created one scoring and had two interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Lecce.

Impact Buongiorno had an unusually silent performance in the back, as Lecce mostly attacked on the wings, but Napoli shut out the opponents once again. They have done it five times in the last six matches, where he has registered seven tackels (four won), four interceptions and 17 clearances, scoring once.

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Reliable as usual against Empoli Buongiorno had four tackles (two won), four clearances, one interception and one block in Sunday's 1-0 win over Empoli.

Impact Buongiorno had a customary shut-down performance as Napoli came away with another clean sheet. It's their fourth in the last five games, where he has scored once and registered seven tackles (four won), 17 clearances and two interceptions.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heads one home against Cagliari Buongiorno scored one goal to go with three tackles (two won), four clearances, and three blocks in Sunday's 4-0 victory over Cagliari.

Impact Buongiorno did his part in the back and rounded out the result with a towering header on a corner kick for his first goal of the season. He has tallied 10 tackles, two interceptions and eight clearances in three games, contributing to two clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles agaisnt Bologna Buongiorno (ankle) had one interception and one clearance and won three of four tackles in Sunday's 3-0 win over Bologna.

Impact Buongiorno didn't put up huge numbers but was highly instrumental in keeping the clean sheet. The defense surely looked much better with him at the helm than in the opener, where they had given up three goals.

AUGUST 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for starting XI Buongiorno (ankle) is in the starting XI to face Bologna.

Impact Buorgiorno was questionable this week after practicing but has been cleared of all worries after making the starting XI. He is a regular starter and is expected to remain in that role moving forward, likely not falling out of the starting XI all that often.

AUGUST 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still questionable for Bologna tilt Buongiorno (ankle) "is practicing, and we're assessing it day by day. He's a key player for out, and we count on recovering him," coach Antonio Conte stated.

Impact Buongiorno is trending in the right direction after being a late scratch for the opener due to an ankle sprain, but the gaffer kept things close to the vest. He'll start, replacing either Juan Jesus or Pasquale Mazzocchi, if in good enough condition.

AUGUST 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Buongiorno (ankle) is not in the squad to face Verona on Sunday.

Impact Buongiorno was a doubt in the buildup to the match after turning an ankle in training Thursday. The defender will have to wait at least a week to make his competitive debut for the club.

AUGUST 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Verona tilt Buongiorno "turned his ankle in practice Thursday; he improved quickly, but we'll have to further evaluate him," coach Antonio Conte announced.

Impact Buongiorno avoided overly serious problems and could still make it for the opener. If the staff erred on the side of caution, Rafa Marin or Pasquale Mazzocchi would get the nod in his place. Giovanni Di Lorenzo would play as a center-back in the second case.

AUGUST 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Napoli Buongiorno has officially transferred from Torino to Napoli.

Impact Buongiorno has been on a steady rise for a few years and took off in particular in the second half of the past campaign. He's set to be a linchpin in Napoli's new-look defense. He tallied 70 tackles, 69 interceptions and 130 clearances in 29 games last season, scoring thrice and contributing to 14 clean sheets.

JULY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets busy againt Milan Buongiorno drew three fouls and had one tackle (zero won), six clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus AC Milan before subbing off because of cramps, co...

Impact Buongiorno returned to the starting lineup after a small injury and looked the part, filling it up in the back, although his side gave up one goal. He left a little early but appears to have avoided an injury. He has posted 15 tackles (six won), 11 interceptions and 21 clearances in his last five showings, with three clean sheets.

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't play in Verona game Buongiorno (thigh) didn't feature in Sunday's 2-1 win over Verona.

Impact Buongiorno was available despite an ailment but wasn't risked to avoid more severe problems. He'll be assessed in training throughout the week. He'll get the start over Matteo Lovato or Mergim Vojvoda if he is in better shape heading into Saturday's clash with Milan.

MAY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Sunday Buongiorno (groin) is available from the bench during Sunday's clash with Verona.

Impact Buongiorno was a doubt in the buildup to the match, but has recovered in time to feature in Sunday's squad. The defender had started every match since March, but settles for a role on the bench Sunday.

MAY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Verona game Buongiorno "needs to be evaluated due to adductor soreness," coach Ivan Juric relayed.

Impact Buongiorno will need to go through a fitness test to be available and retain his usual starting job. Matteo Lovato and Mergim Vojvoda would likely start together rather than competing for one spot if he couldn't go.

MAY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Posts five clearances against Bologna Buongiorno drew two fouls and had five clearances and one interception in Friday's 0-0 draw against Bologna.

Impact Buongiorno came through with another solid performance as his side contained the opponents in this one. He has contributed to three clean sheets in the last four matches, tallying 14 tackles (six won), eight interceptions and 15 clearances.

MAY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Under pressure against Inter Buongiorno drew one foul and registered four tackles (one won), six clearances and four interceptions in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Inter Milan.

Impact Buongiorno more than did in his past to try stopping one of the best offenses in the league, racking up stats in the back, but Inter still found a way to score twice. He has recorded 15 tackles (five won), 13 interceptions and 15 clearances in the last five rounds, contributing to three clean sheets.

APRIL 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE