ALVARO MORATA NEWS

Draws penalty kick in Lazio match Morata took one off-target shot, drew one foul, won two duels and had one successful take-on in Saturday's 2-0 win over Lazio.

Impact Morata had another quiet outing but he contributed to the win by drawing a clever PK in the first half. He has scored just once in the last seven starts, logging ten shots and ten chances created. Juventus will visit Chelsea in Champions League Tuesday and then host Atalanta Saturday.

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check by Fiorentina Morata took one off-target shot, created one scoring chance, drew four fouls and won eight duels in Saturday's 1-0 win over Fiorentina,

Impact Morata was able to pick up stats only in the peripheral categories as the Fiorentina defenders guarded pretty well and the offense went through Paulo Dybala and Federico Chiesa. He ended a scoring drought in the past game. He has recorded four goals, one assist, 27 shots and 21 chances created in 14 matches. Juventus will face Lazio away after the break.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nets late goal Morata scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal) and creating a chance during Tuesday's 4-2 win over Zenit.

Impact Morata found the back of the net in the 82nd minute scoring Juve's final goal of the match. The goal was the second in the Champions League for the forward while his three shots tied for the third most on the team in the win.

NOVEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Juventus secures spot in Champions League knockout phase

Paulo Dybala has scored twice and Juventus has beaten Zenit St. Petersburg 4-2 to secure a spot in the Champions League knockout rounds with two matches to spare

NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Creates five chances against Verona Morata took two shots (one on target), created five scoring chances, drew three fouls and won six duels in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Verona.

Impact Morata again did not manage to put his name in the boxscore, but he had a better performance compared to the recent ones, as he had a pair of opportunities and shined as a playmaker. He has struck out in the past five appearances, tallying five shots and nine chances created. Juventus will host Zenit in Champions League Tuesday and then Fiorentina Saturday.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Invisibile again versus Sassuolo Morata created one scoring chance, drew one foul, won three duels and was dispossessed one in Wednesday's 1-2 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Morata pulled another disappearing act, partly because of the lack of help by his teammates, and pushed his scoreless streak for five games. He has not been productive after coming back from a thigh injury. He has posted just three shots, four chances created and two tackles in the past four games. Juventus will face Verona away Saturday.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check by Inter Morata took two shots (one on target), created one scoring chance, drew one foul and had one successful take-on in Sunday's 1-1 drew with Inter.

Impact Morata mustered a modest line as Juventus did not put up much offense as a whole up until the final minutes. He has not scored in five appearances, where he posted six shots, six chances and two crosses. Juventus will host Sassuolo Wednesday.

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Silent versus Zenit Morata took one off-target shot, created two scoring chances, drew one foul and won three duels in Wednesday's 1-0 win over Zenit.

Impact Morata returned to the starting XI in this one after missing time with a thigh problem, but he was not very involved in the final third, although he tried to set up his teammates in a couple of occasions. He has not scored in four appearances. He has posted three goals, one assist, 19 shots and 12 chances created in nine games. Juventus will face Inter away Sunday.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes sub appearances versus Roma Morata (thigh) committed one foul and won one duel in 19 minutes in Sunday's 1-0 win over Roma.

Impact Morata returned early from a thigh injury, but he did not put up stats in this one as Juventus focused on defending when he came on. Depending on how many minutes he can handle, he will supplant Moise Kean either Wednesday against Zenit away or Sunday against Inter. He has posted three goals, one assist, 18 shots and ten chances created in eight matches.

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Roma Morata (thigh) has neen included in Juventus' squad list to face Roma Sunday.

Impact Morata has shaken off a thigh injury rathet quickly and might be even be in the mix to start since Paulo Dybala is out and Moise Kean has not been great, but it is more likely he comes off the bench since he returned to full practice only late in the week.

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Roma game Morata has progressed steadily and has a shot to be available for Sunday's clash with Roma, coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Morata has recovered quickly from a strain and could return to the XI right away if he passed a late fitness test. Otherwise, the coach stated that he would choose one between Moise Kean, Kaio Jorge and Federico Bernardeschi.

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Old rivals: Mourinho meets Allegri in Serie A throwback

There’s never been any love lost between Jose Mourinho and Massimiliano Allegri

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Late Locatelli goal sees Juventus beat Torino 1-0 in derby

Manuel Locatelli scored a late winner as Juventus managed a narrow 1-0 win over Torino in their Serie A derby

OCTOBER 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MATCHDAY: Koeman under pressure as Barcelona visits Atlético

Ronald Koeman could be facing his last game in charge of Barcelona when it faces a challenging trip to defending champion Atlético Madrid

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Juventus beats defending champion Chelsea 1-0 in CL

Italy forwards Federico Chiesa and Federico Bernardeschi ran consistently through the heart of Chelsea’s defense and Juventus convincingly beat the injury-depleted trophy defender...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Diagnosed with strain Morata has sustained a low-grade strain of the biceps femoris muscle in the right thigh, Juventus announced.

Impact Morata will miss the next two matches versus Chelsea and Torino, but he is not a slam-dunk to be back right after the break as it could take him longer to recuperate. Moise Kean will fill in for him offensively.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Sampdoria Morata was subbed out of Sunday's victory against Sampdoria in the 82nd minute after suffering a thigh injury. He took three shots (two on target) in the match before being taken o...

Impact Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri confirmed that Morata, along with Paulo Dybala (hamstring), will miss Wednesday's Champions League clash against Chelsea, meaning Moise Kean will likely get the start up front.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Spezia Morata (thigh) took two shots (zero on target), sent in one accurate cross, created three scoring chances and picked up an assist in 31 minutes in Wednesday's 3-2 win over Spezia.

Impact Morata was spared from the start as a precaution and was busy after subbing in. He slipped it to Federico Chiesa in the box ahead of the second goal. Moise Kean scored, but Morata is clearly the starter and will likely be back in the XI in Sunday's home game versus Sampdoria. He has posted three goals and one assist, adding 15 shots and ten chances in six matches.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Wednesday Morata (thigh) will be an option off the bench versus Spezia on Wednesday.

Impact Morata has scored in three straight matches for the club but featured in the starting XI in each of those contests. Utilizing the forward would certainly be a high-risk, high-reward option but given his offensive acumen, it may be worth at least considering versus Spezia.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Spezia Morata (thigh) has recovered from his minor issue and is good to go for Wednesday's match versus Spezia, coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Morata subbed off a little earlier over the weekend as he felt a thigh muscle tightened up, but he did not suffer anything substantial. He will compete with Moise Kean to get the start in the midweek round.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, comes off injured against Milan Morata took three shots on target and scored a goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw against AC Milan. He was subbed out of the match in the 66th minute after suffering an apparent injury.

Impact Morata opened the scoring Sunday with a little dink over Mike Maignan, but he left the game early with a knock on his thigh. Moise Kean could fill in for him at forward if necessary Wednesday against Spezia.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Hits the net against Malmo Morata took five shots (four on target), created two scoring chances, drew three fouls and scored a goal in Tuesday's 3-0 win over Malmo.

Impact Morata found the target for the second game in a row by chipping it over the goalie on a defensive blunder. He has scored twice, taken ten shots and created seven chances in his first four appearances. Juventus will host Milan Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern tops Barça 3-0, United loses, Lukaku powers Chelsea

It has been a tale of three strikers for the start of the Champions League group stage

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Juventus beats Malmo 3-0 for 1st win since Ronaldo's exit

Juventus claimed its first win of the post-Cristiano Ronaldo era by beating Malmo 3-0 in the Champions League after a flurry of first-half goals

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores against Napoli Morata took two shots (one on target), created two chances, drew three fouls and scored a goal in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Napoli.

Impact Morata broke the deadlock right away by pickpocketing an opposing defender and finishing with aplomb in front of the goalie. Juventus mustered little offense after that, also due to the several absences. It was his first goal of the season, while he has taken five shots and created five chances. Juventus will face Malmoe away in Champions League Tuesday and then host Milan next Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE