ALESSIO CRAGNO NEWS

Will miss multiple months Cragno has undergone surgery to stabilize his right shoulder, Monza announced.

Impact Cragno already had issues on the joint in the past and hurt it again in practice in the last few days. He was an early favorite to take over from Michele Di Gregorio after multiple loan spells, but Monza are expected to bring in a veteran goalie now.

JULY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Five outstanding saves in Lazio draw Cragno registered five saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Lazio.

Impact Cragno put on an outstanding goalkeeping performance Sunday. All five of his saves required top-class goalkeeping to deny Lazio strikes. He is normally a bench understudy to Andrea Consigli, this was just his third appearance, he last took to the pitch in a Coppa Italia match in January.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes twice against Juventus Cragno had one save and allowed two goals in Saturday's 4-2 victory over Juventus.

Impact Cragno started in lieu of Andrea Consigli (finger) for the second game in a row and was unlucky as he conceded on an own goal and a heavily deflected shot. The teammate isn't dealing with a big injury, but the short turnaround could allow him to start against Inter Wednesday. He has made three saves and surrendered six goals in two games.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Beaten four times by Frosinone Cragno had two saves, three clearances, and four accurate keeper-sweepers and conceded four goals in Sunday's 2-4 defeat against Frosinone.

Impact Cragno was busy and had a solid showing, but he ultimately gave up four goals, which doesn't help his case to become the starter. Andrea Consigli isn't dealing with a major problem and could be back for the next match.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Sassuolo Cragno has joined Sassuolo on loan with option to buy from Monza, the two sides announced.

Impact Cragno departs after one season where he lost the battle for the starting job and appeared just once. He'll have to compete with veteran Andrea Consigli at his new club, and it's not a guarantee he'll be the top option right away. He allowed 63 goals, made 106 saves, and kept two clean sheets in 35 appearances with Cagliari two campaigns ago.

JULY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Allows three goals in first start Cragno made two saves during Sunday's 3-0 loss at Salernitana.

Impact Cragno had a game to forget, conceding three goals in the second half as they ended up with the road loss -- and making just two saves in the proccess. That was his first start in the season in relief of Michele Di Gregorio. He will likely return to the bench against Empoli on Saturday.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will draw first start against Salernitana Cragno will man the sticks in Sunday's game versus Salernitana "to valorize his weekly work and what my goalkeepers have in this last stretch. He deserved this opportunity," coach...

Impact Cragno was signed to be the starter in the summer, but Raffaele Di Gregorio kept the job thanks to his stellar performances. The gaffer hinted that the choice is just for this game, but it may hinge on how the game goes. Cragno gave up 63 goals, made 106 saves, and kept two clean sheets in 35 matches with Cagliari last season.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet game in goalless draw Cragno made one save in Caliagri's goalless draw against Venezia on Sunday.

Impact Cragno saved the one goal bound effort he faced all game. It was a quiet final game of the season for him as his team dominated possession and put all the pressure on their opponent.This was only Cragno's second clean sheet in 35 appearances and he has conceded 63 goals. It has been five games since his last clean sheet and relegated Caliagri's last win.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes three in loss Cragno allowed three goals while making four saves during Sunday's 3-1 loss to Inter Milan.

Impact Cragno allowed a goal in the first half and two in the second as Cagliari dropped all three points on Sunday. The keeper has now allowed 63 goals in 34 league starts while his four saves upped his season total to 105.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves against Verona Cragno made two saves and conceded two goals in a 2-1 defeat to Verona on Saturday.

Impact Cragno had an average outing for the losing team. The 27-year-old made two saves but conceded two goals as well. It was the third occasion in the last five league matches where Cragno conceded two or more goals.

MAY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Beaten once in defeat Cragno allowed a goal while making a save during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Genoa.

Impact Cragno allowed the lone goal of the match in the 89th minute as Cagliari dropped all three points on Sunday. The keeper has now allowed 57 goals in 31 league starts while his lone save upped his season total to 98.

APRIL 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet versus Sassuolo Cragno had two saves, one clearance and one accurate keeper-sweeper while blanking Sassuolo in Saturday's 1-0 win.

Impact Cragno did not have to do too much to keep the clean sheet as his defense protected him well in this case. It is just his second in the season. He has accounted for 21 saves and allowed ten goals in the last five matches. Cagliari will face Genoa away next Sunday.

APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four saves Cargno had four saves and conceded two goals in the 2-1 loss to Juventus on Saturday.

Impact Juventus were very aggressive on the offensive end, but luckily Cragno managed to stand up to most of their attacks. The keeper has been struggling recently, though, conceding 13 goals in his last five appearances. He will need to do better in the next match against Sassoulo.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Six saves against Udinese Cragno made six saves and conceded five goals in a 5-1 win against Udinese on Sunday.

Impact Cragno had a mixed day for the losing team. The 27-year-old made six saves but conceded five goals as well. It was the third occasion in the last four league matches where Cragno conceded two or more goals.

APRIL 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four saves against AC Milan Cragno had four saves and conceded one goal in the 1-0 loss to AC Milan on Saturday.

Impact AC Milan came out firing, and Cragno managed to hold them off for most of the match. The keeper has yet to record a clean sheet this season, but he typically makes more saves than allows goals. Hopefully he can record his first clean sheet in the next match against Udinese.

MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Balotelli left off Italy's squad for World Cup playoffs

Mario Balotelli has been left off Italy’s squad for the World Cup playoffs

MARCH 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Saves PK in loss Cragno made five saves, including a penalty, and three clearances while conceding two goals during Saturday's 2-0 loss against Spezia.

Impact Cragno did everything he could against a dominant opposition, even saving a penalty during the first half, but was finally beaten twice during the final frame. On the other hand, we would be talking about a much bigger loss if it wasn't for the goalkeeper's job here. Cragno will have an even tougher mission next Saturday as his side hosts league leaders AC Milan.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

AC Milan takes 5-point lead at top of Serie A

AC Milan took another significant step toward its first Serie A title since 2011 by grinding out a 1-0 win at home to midtable Empoli

MARCH 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Struggles in loss Cragno made two saves during Saturday's 3-0 loss to Lazio.

Impact Cragno had a day to forget Saturday as he managed only two saves on the five shots he faced. While this was a poor showing the keeper has been a solid contributor in most matches. Cragno will hope to keep this solid form going against Spezia next time out.

MARCH 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Impressive against Torino Cragno had five saves and one clearance and allowed one goal in Sunday's 2-1 win over Torino.

Impact Cragno had one of the best saves of the season on a shot by Josip Brekalo, but he was once again unable to keep the clean sheet despite his strong outing. He has never blanked the opponents in 24 matches, surrendering 43 goals and making 74 saves. Cagliari will host Lazio Saturday.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes one goal against Napoli Cragno had two saves and one clearance and was beaten once in Monday's 1-1 draw with Cagliari.

Impact Cragno did not have to intervene much but he still allowed one goal due to a strong header by Victor Osimhen. He has yet to keep a clean sheet, but his numbers have improved lately as he has allowed exactly one goal in each of the last six matches, making 16 saves. Cagliari will face Torino away Sunday.

FEBRUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Beaten once in draw Cragno allowed a goal while making four saves during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Empoli.

Impact Cragno allowed the opening goal of the match in the 38th minute but held on from there as Cagliari came from behind for a point. The keeper has now allowed 41 goals in 22 league starts while his four saves upped his season total to 67.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shakes off Coronavirus Cragno has turned negative and will be part of an Italy minicamp during the break, Cagliari announced.

Impact Cragno will be back between the sticks for February 6th's match against Atalanta, replacing Boris Radunovic. He has allowed 39 goals and made 61 saves in 20 matches, with no clean sheets.

JANUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Balotelli back in Italy squad after 3-year absence

Mario Balotelli is back in the Italy squad more than three years after his last appearance in an Azzurri shirt

JANUARY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tests positive for COVID-19 Cragno has contracted Coronavirus and is isolating at home, Cagliari announced.

Impact Cragno has very slim chances to clear the protocol before Sunday's home game versus Fiorentina, where Boris Radunovic will fill in for him between the sticks.

JANUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE