ARMANDO IZZO NEWS

Paltry in Lazio fixture Izzo (thigh) registered two tackles (zero won), one block, one key pass and one clearance in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Lazio.

Impact Izzo was able to stay in the XI despite an ailment but didn't put up great numbers and his side allowed two goals. He has had the upper hand over Danilo D'Ambrosio and Luca Caldirola in recent matches. He has notched five tackles (one won), 10 interceptions and three blocks in the last five, with one clean sheet.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Izzo (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Lazio.

Impact Izzo is good to go after being forced off early last week against Lecce with a thigh injury. The defender starts his eighth consecutive match in the heart of Monza's back four.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Lazio clash Izzo (thigh) "has recovered from his minor problem," coach Raffaele Palladino announced.

Impact Izzo bowed out early in the previous game but won't need to miss time. It remains to be seen whether he's in good enough shape to be confirmed in the XI. Danilo D'Ambrosio or Luca Caldirola would partner with Pablo Mari if that weren't the case. He has started in seven straight rounds, totaling eight tackles (five won), 11 interceptions and 18 clearances, contributing to two clean sheets.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off against Lecce Izzo drew one foul and generated one tackle (one won) and three interceptions in 81 minutes before leaving Saturday's 1-1 draw with Lecce due to an apparent thigh injury, Gianluca...

Impact Izzo had a solid showing but was unable to finish the game, and his team conceded after he left. He'll take some tests to determine the severity of the problem. Danilo D'Ambrosio replaced him off the bench.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Fares well against Bologna Izzo committed two fouls and recorded three clearances and four interceptions in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Bologna.

Impact Izzo had a muscular display to contribute to containing a high-wattage frontline, with only a yellow card marring his showing a little. He has started in five straight fixtures, tallying six tackles (four won), six interceptions and 15 clearances. His competitor Danilo D'Ambrosio was back on the bench in this one after dealing with an injury.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Izzo served a one-game ban in Saturday's 4-1 loss to Roma.

Impact Izzo was sorely missed and will likely return to the XI over Luca Caldirola against Genoa on Saturday. He started three games in a row before the disqualification, posting three tackles (all won), four interceptions and 12 clearances, with one clean sheet.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for next match Izzo had three shots (three on goal), one interception and two clearances and picked up his fifth yellow card in Saturday's 2-0 win over Salernitana.

Impact Izzo was surprisingly busy on the opposing box and turned in a solid shift in the back but will have to sit the next game due to yellow-card accumulation. Danilo D'Ambrosio or Luca Caldirola will take his place versus Roma at home Saturday.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Frosinone Izzo (knee) didn't play in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Frosinone.

Impact Izzo quickly returned after a one-game absence, but he has yet to recapture a regular role after a major injury, and his substitutes have all fared pretty well. He might have to wait for his turn even though he was a regular in the early going.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Available as substitute Izzo (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Forsinone.

Impact Izzo returns from a knee injury which forced him out of last week's match against Napoli. Izzo has been injury plagued of late playing just 10 minutes across Monza's last 12 matches.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Frosinone game Izzo (knee) "is fine, and we didn't want to risk him against Frosinone due to an ailment," coach Raffaele Palladino relayed.

Impact Izzo should return to the squad list after being a late scratch for the past game, but he has yet to see meaningful minutes since coming back from a substantial foot injury about a month ago.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing knee problem Izzo "trained fully for the entire week but picked up a knee ailment on Thursday," coach Raffaele Palladino relayed.

Impact Izzo will take some tests if the issue lingers in the next few days. Monza will welcome back Pablo Mari from suspension in the next match but Danilo D'Ambrosio got hurt in this one. They could use Roberto Gagliardini or Pedro Pereira as center-backs again if they remain short-handed against Frosinone.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable versus Napoli Izzo didn't make Monza's game-day squad list to face Napoli on Friday.

Impact Izzo was expected to start considering a pair of absences, but he picked up a physical problem of his own as well. Pedro Pereira is filling in next to Luca Caldirola and Danilo D'Ambrosio, while Patrick Ciurria is returning to the XI on the right wing.

DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in the squad Sunday Izzo (undisclosed) is unavailable for Sunday's game versus Monza.

Impact Izzo was part of the provisional squad list and was on the bench last week after an extended layoff due to a foot injury. He might have picked up a different problem late in the week.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to the bench versus Genoa Izzo (foot) was an unused sub in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Genoa.

Impact Izzo was fit enough to be an option for the first time since October after missing eight matches due to a foot injury. The coach suggested he wasn't totally ready to play yet in the pre-game presser, but he will resume being part of the rotation sooner rather than later, especially with Pablo Mari and Luca Caldirola currently banged up. He started over Danilo D'Ambrosio before getting hurt. He recorded 11 tackles, five interceptions, and seven clearances in five matches, with one clean sheet.

DECEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes foot surgery Izzo went under the knife in Barcelona to remove Morton's neuroma in his left foot, Monza announced.

Impact Izzo missed three games with an undisclosed injury and elected to have the operation to address it. He's set to skip multiple fixtures while he rehabs, although his timetable is uncertain since the problem is pretty rare. Danilo D'Ambrosio, Andrea Carboni, and Davide Bettella are the next men up in the back.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit Roma fixture Izzo (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's clash with Roma.

Impact Izzo didn't manage to recuperate during the break and will miss his third game in a row due to a knee. Danilo D'Ambrosio and Andrea Carboni started one game each while he was shelved.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stays shelved for Salernitana match Izzo (undisclosed) hasn't been called up for Sunday's game against Salernitana.

Impact Izzo picked up an unspecified muscular issue before the previous game and will stay on the mend. Andrea Carboni or Danilo D'Ambrosio will replace him in the back.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Sassuolo match Izzo is a late scratch for Monday's game versus Sassuolo due to an injury in the final practice, Sky Italy informs.

Impact Izzo sustained an undisclosed physical problem in the lead-up to the game and won't be an option. Andrea Carboni is getting the nod in relief.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three tackles at Lazio Izzo registered three tackles (one won), one clearance and one interception in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Lazio. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 38th minute.

Impact Izzo had a good defensive outing to help Monza earn the road draw. The centerback led his side in tackles during the match. He also received his third yellow card in four starts so far, though.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles in Empoli tilt Izzo registered three tackles (two won), one clearance, one block, and one interception in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Empoli.

Impact Izzo and the rest of the Monza backline had an easy time holding Empoli in check, as the opponents severely lacked offensive juice. He missed the opener due to a suspension. He's set to remain a starter despite some new faces in the back.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Serves ban Izzo completed his one-game disqualification in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Inter.

Impact Izzo had to skip one match due to yellow-card accumulation. He's set to rotate with Luca Caldirola and Danilo D'Ambrosio in two spots this season.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to Monza on full deal Izzo has signed a three-year contract with Monza after completing a full transfer from Torino, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact Izzo recorded seven clean sheets and one goal in 30 Serie A appearances (29 starts) during his loan season in Monza, and the 31-year-old center-back is now returning to the club on a full deal through the 2025/26 campaign. He'll remain suspended for the opening game next season due to yellow card accumulation.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for opener Izzo won one tackle, had one clearance, and was booked for the fifth time in Sunday's 2-5 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Izzo struggled like the rest of the defense in the drubbing and will skip next season's opener due to yellow-card accumulation. He had a bounce-back campaign while on loan from Torino, recording 73 tackles, 50 interceptions, 79 clearances, and 17 blocks in 30 appearances. His current team will soon decide whether to keep him or not.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three interceptions versus Sassuolo Izzo (thigh) had two shots (zero on goal), three interceptions, three clearances, and one chance created in Friday's 2-1 victory over Sassuolo.

Impact Izzo wasn't affected by a recent ailment, was stout in the back, and did some damage on offense as well. He has recorded nine interceptions, 13 tackles (eight won), 14 clearances, and five blocks in the last five games, contributing to one clean sheet.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Friday Izzo (thigh) was included in the starting XI to face Sassuolo on Friday.

Impact Izzo made an early exit in the 83rd minute versus Napoli on Sunday but appears to be no worse for the wear. With the central defender back on the pitch, he should continue to rack up plenty of clearance, having averaged 2.64 per match this season.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE