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Sturdy versus Fiorentina Buongiorno (shoulder) had two blocks and seven interceptions and won two of two tackles in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Fiorentina.

Impact Buongiorno didn't miss a beat despite being sidelined for over a month by a shoulder sprain and helped his team secure a clean sheet in a challenging fixture. It's his third in his last five appearances, where he has totaled 12 tackles (seven won), 17 interceptions and 33 clearances.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Makes starting XI Buongiorno (shoulder) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Fiorentina.

Impact Buongirono has finally overcome his shoulder issues, making his return to the team sheet after a five-match streak on the sidelines. The club will be happy to have the defender back, as he has been a regular starter this season and should continue in that role now that he is fit, having started in every game he has been available for this campaign.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Will come back against Fiorentina Buongiorno (shoulder) "will return and start Saturday. He has proven to be in good enough condition," coach Ivan Juric informed.

Impact Buongiorno will rushed back into the thick of things after sitting out five matches also because his top replacement, Matteo Lovato (thigh), got hurt in the previous game. He has been one of the best defenders in the league, totaling 46 tackles, 43 interceptions and 78 clearances in 18 matches, scoring three times and contributing to nine clean sheets.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss a few games Buongiorno won't need surgery and will follow a conservative rehab plan and will be re-assessed after a few weeks, Torino announced.

Impact Buongiorno avoided the worst-case scenario but will still be out for a while. His return date will be set after further check-ups down the line, but he's likely to spend at least a month on the shelf. If Torino don't sign new defenders, Saba Sazonov will take over the position.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up shoulder injury in Cagliari game Buongiorno recorded four tackles (two won), eight clearances and one interception in Friday's 2-1 victory over Cagliari, triggering a one-game suspension, but he'll also have to be...

Impact Buongiorno had his usual commanding and busy performance and stayed in the game despite getting hurt. He'll miss the Salernitana match next Sunday due to yellow-card accumulation. His availability after that will hinge on the upcoming test results. The gaffer sounded worried in his early remarks. Unless Koffi Djidji (groin) returns, Saba Sazonov will take his place in the middle of the defense.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Massive output in stalemate Buongiorno recorded one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Genoa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 81s...

Impact Buongiorno set a new season high with 12 clearances in addition to winning two of five tackles and making six clearances on top of his attacking output. He has been one of the most improved defenders in Serie A this year, already matching his goal contribution and clean sheet tallies from last season, and will continue to anchor the Torino backline going forward.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Scored header in Sunday's win Buongiorno scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and kept a clean sheet in Sunday's 3-0 victory versus Napoli.

Impact Buongiorno bagged his third goal of the season Sunday as he scored a header off a Valentino Lazaro corner in the 66th minute to take the 3-0 lead. he also helped his team keep a clean sheet for the fourth time in the last six matches as he intercepted five passes, made two clearances and blocked one shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Shows well versus Fiorentina Buongiorno had three interceptions, one block, and three clearances, and won five duels in in Friday's 0-1 defeat against Fiorentina.

Impact Buongiorno did a nice job on the Fiorentina attackers, but the opponents still found a way to score a rather fluky goal on a set piece. He has contributed to three clean sheets in the last five matches, tallying 12 tackles (seven won), 19 clearances, and 11 interceptions. Torino will host Napoli next Sunday.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Commanding in Frosinone fixture Buongiorno had three interceptions and five clerances and won seven dues and two of two tackles in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Frosinone.

Impact Buongiorno had a risky tackle in the box in the early going but then held his direct opponents in check well throughout the contest. He has contributed to three clean sheets and posted 20 tackles, 15 interceptions, and 23 clearances in the last six matches.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy at the back Buongiorno registered one shot (zero on goal) in Monday's 2-0 loss against Bologna.

Impact Buongiorno put in a big individual performance at the back for Torino despite the loss to Bologna. He made four tackles (one won) to go with two interceptions, five clearances and two blocks on top of his sole shot of the contest. The young defender has played every minute when healthy this year and continues to ascend at the heart of the Torino back line.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Decides Lecce game Buongiorno (thigh) won four of five tackles and 12 duels, had six clerances, and scored a goal in Saturday's 1-0 win over Lecce.

Impact Buongiorno was his usual self in his return from injury and bagged the lone goal of the game with a thunderous finish from close range after lingering in the box following a set piece. He has scored twice this season. He has recorded 14 tackles, 11 interceptions, and 28 clearances in seven appearances, contributing to four clean sheets.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in return from injury Buongiorno is fit and in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Lecce.

Impact Buongiorno returns from a thigh injury which has kept him out of Torino's past three matches. The defender had started every match in Serie A prior to the injury and retakes his role in the XI Saturday.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will return versus Lecce Buongiorno (thigh) "has practiced for the entire week and is available," coach Ivan Juric announced.

Impact Buogniorno will most likely be back in the Xi considering the coach's words and Perr Schuurs' injury. He has recorded nine tackles, 11 interceptions, and 22 clerances in six appearances, contributing to three clean sheets.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus Inter Buongiorno (thigh) "is on the cusp of recovering, and we hope he'll be ready for the next game," coach Ivan Juric announced.

Impact Buongiorno suffered a thigh strain three weeks ago and won't be rushed back even though he's close. Saba Sazonov or Adrien Tameze will replace him in the back as has been the case in the last few matches.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with strain Buongiorno suffered a first-degree lesion of the right adductor against Lazio, Torino announced.

Impact Buongiorno will miss the next two matches against Verona and Juventus and will attempt during the international break. Saba Sazonov is the only other healthy center-back in the squad since David Zima (knee) and Koffi Djidji (groin) are hurt as well. The former could be rushed back given the emergency.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves Lazio game in first half Buongiorno was subbed off due to a groin/thigh injury in the 27th minute of Wednesday's 0-0 draw against Lazio, Gianluca Di Marzio informs, after recording one tackle (zero won) an...

Impact Buongiorno couldn't continue after overstretching his leg while trying to latch onto the ball and signaled some discomfort on his upper thigh. Saba Sazonov came off the bench to replace him.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opening goal Buongiorno scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Monday's 3-0 victory versus Salernitana.

Impact Buongiorno got Torino off to a flying start after bagging the first goal of the match in the 15th minute. It was a rare goal for the defender, being only his second since joining Torino in 2016. He wasn't needed in the defense very much against Salernitana, only registering one tackle (one won) and four clearances. He has now started all four matches to start the season, and looks to remain in a starting role for the third straight season.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Torino defense in win Buongiorno made two tackles, two clearances and two interceptions while helping his side to keep a clean sheet during Sunday's 1-0 win over Genoa.

Impact Buongiorno didn't have eye-popping numbers but still led his side in multiple defensive categories, showing his usual safety the few times he was called into action at the heart of the defense. In his second campaign as a full-time starter for Torino, the center-back is looking very solid so far, with six tackles, 12 clearances and six interceptions over three games, with his team keeping clean sheets in two of them.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Posts six clearances versus Milan Buongiorno registered two tackles (zero won), six clearances, and one interception in Saturday's 1-4 loss to AC Milan.

Impact Buongiorno salvaged a rough defensive day for his side by racking up numbers in the back, but it was too little to keep things close. He has logged four tackles, four interceptions, ten clearances, and one block in two contests.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sturdy in opener Buongiorno had two tackles (two won), four clearances, one block, and three interceptions in Monday's 0-0 draw against Cagliari.

Impact Buongiorno stuffed the stat sheet defensivelu as Torino pretty easily collected their first clean sheet of the season. He contributed to nine in the past campaign, scoring once.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Posts five clearances versus Inter Buongiorno registered one tackle (zero won), two clearances, six successful duels, and five interceptions in Saturday's 0-1 loss against Inter.

Impact Buongiorno filled it up in the back, but his side gave up one goal. He has fully blossomed this season and ended up with 60 interceptions, 99 clearances, 19 blocks, 39 tackles, and one goal in 34 appearances, contributing to nine clean sheets.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists equalizer versus Fiorentina Buongiorno assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Fiorentina.

Impact Buongiorno assisted Antonio Sanabria's 66th minute equalizer Sunday, his second assist of the season. It came on his lone chance created in the match. He also recorded one off-target shot, one won tackle, two interceptions, five clearances and one blocked shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 3, 2023 • YOUTUBE

First goal of season Buongiorno scored a goal with his lone shot while blocking two shots, making four interceptions and three clearances during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Sampdoria.

Impact Buongiorno found the back of the net in the 31st minute opening the scoring in the match. The goal was the first in 29 appearances for the center back as he leads Torino with 17 blocks and 49 interceptions through Wednesday's match.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Very solid against Lazio Buongiorno won nine duels and three of three tackles, had four clearances, and drew three fouls in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Lazio.

Impact Buongiorno contributed to shutting down a quality offense with a very physical showing. He has started four matches in a row, tallying five tackles (all won), five interceptions, 16 clearances, and one block.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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