Brazil World Cup squad includes 9 forwards, Dani Alves
Brazil coach Tite has included nine forwards in his World Cup squadNOVEMBER 7, 2022 • Associated Press
ALEX SANDRO #26 - DEFENDER - FLAMENGO RJ
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Wins two tackles against Lecce Sandro had four clearances and one interception and won two of two tackles and eight duels in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Lecce.
Impact Sandro rarely attacked, but he was very diligent in the back in this one. He has logged five inaccurate crosses, five tackles (two won), three interceptions, and seven clearances in the last five matches, with two clean sheets.
OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Pretty good versus Bologna Sandro (thigh) created two scoring chances and had one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate), and two blocks in Sunday's 3-0 win over Bologna.
Impact Sandro returned to the starting XI right away after shaking off a thigh injury and did a little bit of everything. He's been more reliable and consistent than in the recent past this season. He has posted one assist, six chances created, eight crosses (two accurate), and seven tackles in seven matches (five starts).
OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Will be back against Bologna Sandro (thigh) trained regularly with the rest of his teammates Tuesday, Juventus reports.
Impact Sandro missed the last two matches with an ailment, but his problem wasn't overly concerning. He'll be back into the squad for the Bologna game and will resume competing with Mattia De Sciglio and Filip Kostic, depending on which scheme the coach uses. He has recorded one assist, four chances created, five tackles, and five interceptions in six games, with no clean sheets.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Unavailable versus Monza Sandro (thigh) will miss Sunday's match against Monza, coach Massimiliano Allegri informed.
Impact Sandro will skip the second tilt in a row with a thigh problem that's not believed to be serious. Mattia De Sciglio will play as left-back if the coach goes with a four-man defense, otherwise, Filip Kostic will cover the whole flank with a different system.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Brazil calls up new target man Pedro for friendlies
Brazil coach Tite has included Flamengo striker Pedro as a new attacking option for the team’s pre-World Cup friendlies against Ghana and Tunisia in SeptemberSEPTEMBER 9, 2022 • Associated Press
Serviceable against Sampdoria Sandro created one scoring chance and had two tackles (one won), two clearances, and one interception in Monday's 0-0 tie with Sampdoria.
Impact Sandro turned in the second solid shift in a row, but he was oddly replaced at half-time to make room for Mattia De Sciglio. It appears that the choice was technical and not injury-related for now. He has logged two chances created, two tackles, four clearances and one accurate cross in the first two appearances.
AUGUST 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Sets up opening goal Sandro had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing once accurately and making two clearances during Monday's 3-0 win over Sassuolo.
Impact Sandro set up Angel Di Maria in the 26th minute assisting the opening goal of the match. The assist equals last season's total for the fullback as he also helped Juventus keep a clean sheet as a member of the team's back four.
AUGUST 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Di María shines as Juventus tops Sassuolo; Napoli wins 5-2
Ángel Di María enjoyed a fantastic debut for Juventus with a goal and an assist in a 3-0 win over Sassuolo in their Serie A openerAUGUST 15, 2022 • Associated Press
Neymar nets penalty as Brazil beats Japan 1-0 in friendly
Brazil has defeated Japan 1-0 in a friendly thanks to a penalty by Neymar in the 77th minute after he was tripped in the box on a rainy night at Tokyo’s new National StadiumJUNE 6, 2022 • Associated Press
Neymar scores 2 as Brazil routs South Korea 5-1
A pair of Neymar penalties helped Brazil start its World Cup preparations with a comprehensive 5-1 win over South Korea in an international friendlyJUNE 2, 2022 • Associated Press
Posts three interceptions in Fiorentina game Sandro won one tackle, had three interceptions and drew two fouls in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Fiorentina.
Impact Sandro played full minutes in the season finale, but he logged just a few defensive stats and never ventured forward. He has notched one goal, one assist, 43 crosses (12 accurate) and 45 tackles in 35 appearances (24 starts) in a mostly unremarkable campaign.
MAY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores own goal in Lazio clash Sandro had two blocks and three interceptions, won five duels and was saddled with an own goal in Monday's 2-2 draw against Lazio.
Impact Sandro put up decent numbers in the back, but he beat his own goalie with a goofy deflection after a header on a corner kick. He has logged one assist, two chances, three tackles (two won) and four interceptions in the last five matches (two starts). Juventus will visit Fiorentina Saturday.
MAY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Chiellini bids goodbye to Juve fans during draw with Lazio
Juventus captain Giorgio Chiellini bid goodbye to the Turin club’s fans during a 2-2 draw with Lazio in Serie AMAY 16, 2022 • Associated Press
Inter beats Juventus 4-2 in cup to stay on course for double
Inter Milan remains on course for a league and cup double as it beat Juventus 4-2 in the Italian Cup finalMAY 11, 2022 • Associated Press
Brazil friendly match against rival Argentina canceled
Brazil’s friendly match against rival Argentina scheduled for June in Australia has been canceledMAY 11, 2022 • Associated Press
Makes one interception as sub Alex Sandre made one interception and picked up a yellow card in 32 minutes in Sunday's 2-1 win over Venezia.
Impact Alex Sandro had a pretty quiet outing and couldn't do much during his limited time in the field. The left-back did receive his third yellow card of the season, though. He will now look to get the nod when they visit Genoa on Friday.
MAY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Sets up teammate in Sassuolo game Sandro created one scoring chance, won five duels, had two clearances and picked up an assist in Monday's 2-1 win over Sassuolo.
Impact Sandro did not put up great numbers, but he slipped it to Moise Kean before the late game-winner, garnering his first assist of the season. He has alternated with Luca Pellegrini after missing time with a pair of injuries. He has posted 22 chances, 33 crosses (ten accurate), 24 tackles and 35 clearances in 24 Serie A appearances (15 starts). Juventus will host Venezia Sunday.
APRIL 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Wins four duels versus Inter Sandro (calf) sent in one inaccurate cross, created one scoring chance, had two interceptions and won four duels in Sunday's 0-1 loss to Inter.
Impact Sandro got the start right after shaking off a calf issue, but he posted a low-end line. He should see the bulk of minutes at left-back over Luca Pellegrini and Mattia De Sciglio in the remaining fixtures. He has recorded nine shots, 21 chances, 33 crosses and 33 clearances in 22 Serie A games (14 starts). Juventus will face Cagliari away Saturday.
APRIL 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Set to be option versus Inter Alex Sandro returned to full training Thursday, Juventus announced.
Impact Alex Sandro practiced on the side for most of the break after missing some matches with a calf issue, but he is trending in the right direction. He will likely be a bench option against Inter, although he has a shot of playing over Mattia De Sciglio if he proves to be in good enough shape in the next two days. He has posted 40 crosses, 40 tackles, 37 clearances and 24 interceptions in 28 appearances so far.
APRIL 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Will miss Villarreal clash Sandro will be spared Saturday versus Villarreal due to a lingering calf problem, coach Massimiliano Allegri informed.
Impact Sandro logged a few minutes over the weekend after skipping two matches for the same reason but evidently is not fully healthy. Mattia De Sciglio or Luca Pellegrini will start as left-back Wednesday.
MARCH 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Makes sub appearance against Sampdoria Sandro (calf) won one tackle and two duels, had two clearances and drew one foul in 15 minutes in Saturday's 3-1 win over Sampdoria.
Impact Sandro saw limited action in his return after missing two matches with a calf strain. He has good chances to unseat Luca Pellegrini in Wednesday's Champions League home game versus Villarreal. He has tallied 40 crosses, 40 tackles, 24 interceptions and 38 clearances in 28 appearances. Juventus will then host Salernitana next Sunday.
MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Available against Sampdoria Alex Sandro (calf) has been called up for Saturday's match versus Sampdoria.
Impact Alex Sandro has recovered more quickly than expected, although the coach stated in the pre-game presser that he was unsure whether he would field him since they have other options in the role for this one, Luca Pellegrini and Mattia De Sciglio. He might see some minutes off the bench and then return to the XI against Villarreal. He has tallied 40 crosses, 39 tackles, 24 interceptions and 36 clearances in 27 appearances so far.
MARCH 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Vlahović scores 2 as injury-hit Juventus wins 3-2 at Empoli
Dušan Vlahović scored twice as injury-depleted Juventus won 3-2 at Empoli to move to within seven points of Serie A leader AC MilanFEBRUARY 26, 2022 • Associated Press
MATCHDAY: Eriksen to return, Neymar could start for PSG
Christian Eriksen is expected to make his Brentford debut eight months after the Denmark international’s cardiac arrest at the European ChampionshipFEBRUARY 25, 2022 • Associated Press
