ANTONIO SANABRIA NEWS

Nets as substitute Sanabria scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 win against Lecce.

Impact Sanabria replaced Federico Bonazzoli in the 74th minute and doubled the lead two minutes later with a header off Alessio Zerbin's cross. This was Sanabria's first goal of the campaign and improves his chances of starting more consistently in the future as he has only started five times in 10 appearances so far.

DECEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Features with Paraguay Sanabria (calf) came off the bench in the second half during Saturday's friendly against the USA.

Impact Sanabria was called up despite missing the last three Serie A matches and completed his recovery while on international duty. He'll back up Jamie Vardy and compete with Federico Bonazzoli and Franco Vasquez going forward. He has tallied one assist, three shots (one on target), one key pass and one cross (zero accurate) in seven appearances (five starts).

NOVEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Absent against Pisa Sanabria (calf) has been ruled out for Friday's fixture versus Pisa.

Impact Sanabria hasn't managed to overcome a minor calf injury and will skip the third contest in a row. Jamie Vardy and Federico Bonazzoli have seen the bulk of the minutes up front in recent tilts, backed up by Franco Vazquez and Dennis Johnsen.

NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Saturday Sanabria (calf) didn't make Cremonese's squad list to face Juventus on Saturday.

Impact Sanabria didn't pass the game-day fitness test and will skip the second bout on the trot. Jamie Vardy, Federico Bonazzoli, Franco Vazquez and Dennis Johnsen will form the offensive corps for this one.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Juventus clash Sanabria is questionable for Saturday's match versus Juventus due to a calf problem, Radio Kiss Kiss reported.

Impact Sanabria was a late scratch midweek because of a mild muscular injury and risks missing the second game in a row. He'll provide depth behind Jamie Vardy and Federico Bonazzoli if he's fit enough to be available. He has taken one shot, drawn two fouls and launched one cross (zero accurate) in his last five showings (four starts).

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up assist in Sassuolo game Sanabria drew one foul and assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 3-2 victory over Sassuolo.

Impact Sanabria replaced David Okereke in the XI a couple of weeks after joining, served as a reference point for his teammates up front and played a big role in the second goal, gliding past the goalie on a counter and finding Franco Vazquez in the six-yard box for a freebie. He's likely to stay the top option in the near future.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Cremonese Sanabria has completed a permanent switch from Torino to Cremonese.

Impact Sanabria lost prominence in the last couple of seasons and was no longer a consistent starter. He tallied two goals, one assist, 19 shots (four on target) and nine key passes in 26 matches (16 starts) last year. He should quickly supplant Manuel De Luca and the other Cremonese strikers to become the top option, while Torino signed Giovanni Simeone and can count on the return of Duvan Zapata in the same role.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Stars with Paraguay Sanabria (knee) got the start in Friday's World Cup qualifier versus Colombia.

Impact Sanabria went on international duties despite missing the last two Torino games and was able to feature without limitations. He'll continue backing up Che Adams in the upcoming matches. He has assisted once and added two shots (zero on target), one chance created and one interception in his last five displays (one start).

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing knee ailment Sanabria won't be involved Saturday due to knee soreness, Torino announced.

Impact Sanabria was touch and go according to the coach in the pre-game presser and has ultimately been ruled out. He'll be re-assessed next week ahead of the Empoli match. Che Adams will be the only pure striker available in this one.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Notches assist Sanabria assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against AC Milan.

Impact Sanabria saw his first start in some time Saturday, seeing a full 90 minutes of play after last starting Dec. 21. He would bag a critical assist, finding Gvidas Gineitis in the 76th minute for the game-winning goal. He now has three goal contributions in 20 appearances (14 starts) this season, with two being goals and one assist.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in return to lineup Sanabria scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 loss against Cagliari.

Impact Sanabria was back in the lineup Sunday after being an unused sub last match. This was his second goal of the campaign, totaling eight shots (two on target), three chances created and two clearances in five appearances, four of them coming as starts.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lineup promotion results in goal Sanabria scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal) in Friday's 3-2 victory versus Verona.

Impact For the Verona game, Sanabria was promoted to Torino's starting XI in place of Adams. Sanabria rewarded head coach Paolo Vanoli's choice by logging a goal, the former's first of his 2024-25 season. But because Adams also scored as a reserve, Sanabria's stock may have only received a slight uptick.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mostly misfires versus Empoli Sanabria drew two fouls, won four duels and registered five shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 loss against Empoli.

Impact Sanabria returned to the XI after being used as a sub in three consecutive fixtures but couldn't find the target despite decent volume. He's clearly Torino's second-best striker but needs to be managed due to a lingering tendon issue he's playing through, so he might continue to come off the bench from time time to time. He has scored twice and posted 10 shots (four on target) and two key passes in the last five contests.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets only goal in win Sanabria scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Monza.

Impact Sanabria fired a penalty kick to the high center of the net to give his team a 1-0 lead in the 69th minute of play. The goal marked his second in the last three games and his fifth of the season. He also registered two shots on target for the first time in his last 19 appearances, and he registered a tackle won for the first time in four outings.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in cameo against Udinese Sanabria (lower leg) had five touches in 23 minutes in Saturday's 2-0 win over Udinese.

Impact Sanabria avoided missing time due to a knock but played limited minutes and didn't look totally right. He'll look to get healthy during the break, or David Okereke and Pietro Pellegri will keep eroding his playing time.

MARCH 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Udinese Sanabria (undisclosed) is in the squad to face Udinese on Saturday.

Impact Sanabria wasn't fully fit in the buildup to the match and ultimately starts from the bench during Saturday's matchup. Duvan Zapata starts at striker for Torino.

MARCH 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with small injury Sanabria "had a difficult week because of a major contusion, and needed to have the blood drain. We'll see how he feels in practice and then decide whether he'll play against Udine...

Impact Sanabria returned to the stat sheet last week but might remain a bench option since he's not 100 percent. Pietro Pellegri got the nod over him in the previous match. David Okereke is also an option.

MARCH 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bags goal versus Napoli Sanabria scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), one block and one clearance in 27 minutes in Friday's 1-1 draw against Napoli.

Impact Sanabria dropped to the bench after a series of uninspiring performances but equalized the game a few minutes after coming in with a sterling bicycle kick. He hadn't hit the net since early January. He's now up to four goals in the year. He has tallied 13 shots (three on target) and two key passes in the last five rounds (three starts).

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sanabria's spectacular overhead kick rescues draw for Torino at Napoli in Serie A

Antonio Sanabria has scored with a spectacular bicycle kick to give Torino a 1-1 draw at Napoli in Serie A and slow the Neapolitan club’s good run since coach Francesco Calzona too...

MARCH 8, 2024 • Associated Press

Takes four shots in Cagliari match Sanabria drew two fouls, won four duels, and registered four shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Friday's 2-1 victory versus Cagliari.

Impact Sanabria had a respectable performance but wasn't clutch in the box despite a decent amount of attempts. He has hit the net just once in the last five fixtures. He has logged nine shots (two on target), three key passes, and two inaccurate crosses in the past five rounds. Torino will host Salernitana next Sunday.

JANUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in Sunday's win Sanabria scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 win against Napoli.

Impact Sanabria opened up the scoring Sunday with a close range strike in the 43rd minute assisted by Duvan Zapata. It marked his third goal of the season, all of which have come in his last nine matches. He finished the match with two shots and two tackles before he was subbed off in the 93rd minute for Demba Seck.

JANUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract with Torino Sanabria has agreed to a new deal with Torino that will last until 2026, the team announced.

Impact Sanabria added a season to his previous one, putting to the best the chatter about a possible departure in January or next summer. He has returned to a regular role once Torino started using two pure center-forwards. He has scored twice in 15 appearances so far.

JANUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores from penalty spot Sanabria scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 3-0 victory versus Atalanta.

Impact Sanbria earned his second goal in the past four matches Monday, finding the net in the 56th minute after converting from the penalty spot. The forward has now started in the past five matches for the club and looks to be one of the top choices in the attack, registering 13 shots across that span.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ineffective in loss Sanabria generated three shots (zero on goal) in Monday's 2-0 loss against Bologna.

Impact Sanabria earned his fourth consecutive start but he was unable to put any of his three shots on frame and lacked a creative or finishing touch in this one. His next opportunity to impress will be against Atalanta on Monday.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bags opening goal early Sanabria scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 2-1 win over Sassuolo. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 54th minute.

Impact Sanabria wasted no time getting on the scoresheet in Monday's match, netting a goal in the fifth minute off of an Adrien Tameze assist. This was Sanabira's first goal of the season, as he has struggled to stay on the pitch this campaign due to injuries. He has now started the last two matches and will hope to leave the injury concerns behind him as he tries to at least match last season's tally of 12 goals.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE