ATALANTA NEWS

Matteo Pessina - Finds target in Austria match Pessina took one shot on target, had four successful take-ons, won six duels and scored a goal in 53 minutes in Saturday's 2-1 win over Austria.

Impact Pessina replaced Nicolo Barella in the second half and doubled Italy's lead in overtime with a pretty cross-shot from close-range. He will likely continue to provide some offensive punch off the bench in the next round. Italy will face Belgium or Portugal in the quarter-finals Friday. Pessina has recorded two goals, two chances created, three shots and three clearances in three Euro appearances (one start).

JUNE 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Joakim Maehle - Scores for second straight match Maehle scored a goal, took two shots (two on goal), and made three clearances during Saturday's 4-0 win over Wales

Impact Maehle made it two goals in two matches by finishing past Danny Ward's near post in the 88th minute to make it 3-0 Denmark. Despite lining up at left wing-back, he's been heavily involved in Denmark's attack and will be back in the lineup for a quarterfinal matchup against either Czech Republic or Netherlands.

JUNE 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Gosens - Falls back to earth in draw Gosens had one shot on target and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Hungary.

Impact Gosens was back to normal in Wednesday's match, playing well but also not producing a ton of fantasy value. He exploded against Portugal with a goal and assist, but that's nothing to rely on in the knockout rounds, as he doesn't cross a ton as a left-back.

JUNE 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Marten De Roon - Starts two matches De Room started two matches from three in the Euro 2020 group stage.

Impact De Roon didn't appear in Monday's group stage finale against North Macedonia but didn't need to as Ryan Gravenberch started and the Dutch still won. With three tackles made and one shot taken so far, De Roon doesn't have a tremendous amount of fantasy value even when he does start.

JUNE 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Joakim Maehle - Nets goal in win over Russia Maehle scored on one of his two shots (both on target) and hauled in five crosses (none accurate), five dribbles and two interceptions in Monday's 4-1 win over Russia.

Impact Maehle is finally on the scoresheet opening his account in the Euro after relentlessly looking for that goal with seven shots (four on target) in his three matches thus far. He's also provided five chances created, 12 crosses, four fouls drawn along with some defensive numbers and has been a terrific fantasy asset in some formats.

JUNE 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruslan Malinovskyi - Has quiet game in loss Malinovskyi created a chance in Monday's 1-0 defeat against Austria.

Impact Malinovskyi was very subdued against Austria on Monday after a very involved performance against North Macedonia a few days prior. He will have to wait on other results to see if Ukraine will advance to the next round as a third seed, but he finished the group stage with no goals and one assist.

JUNE 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Remo Freuler - Active defensively during win Freuler made four tackles (won three), three interceptions and created two scoring chances during Sunday's 3-1 win over Turkey.

Impact Freuler had his best match of the group stage as he played well defensively and was even involved in attack. His role as a holding midfielder somewhat limits his upside but if he continues to rack up statistics he could be a viable play in the Round of 16.

JUNE 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Denmark Beat Russia To Seal Last-16 Spot Andreas Christensen and Joakim Maehle scored late on as Denmark secured their Euro 2020 knockout place in spectacular fashion.

JUNE 21, 2021 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Italy 1-0 Wales Matteo Pessina makes it three wins in three games for Italy after a 1-0 victory vs. Gareth Bale and Wales. Pessina's flicked volley from an...

JUNE 21, 2021 • BUFFALONEWS.COM

Atalanta and Sassuolo inspired Italy's transformation

Italy's transformation from a team that failed to qualify for the 2018 World Cup into an attack-minded juggernaut can be traced back to Serie A teams like Atalanta and Sassuolo

JUNE 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Rafael Toloi - Creates three chances in Wales match Toloi took two shots (zero on target), sent in two crosses (zero accurate), created three scoring chances and won three duels in Sunday's 1-0 win over Wales.

Impact Toloi was busier on offense than in the back in this one. He will be in contention with Giovanni Di Lorenzo and Alessandro Florenzi to start in the Round of 16. The PSG fullback is likely the starter but he is nursing a calf contracture. Toloi has tallied four chances created, one assist and three tackles in two appearances.

JUNE 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Matteo Pessina - Scores against Wales Pessina took three shots (two on target), created one chance, had one interception and scored a goal in Sunday's 1-0 win over Wales.

Impact Pessina decided the match in the final stages of the first half with a nifty deflection from inside the box on a free kick. He fully exploited a spot start since multiple regulars were rested in this one. He will resume being a bench option in the knockout stage.

JUNE 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Defender Robin Gosens gives Germany a boost at Euro 2020

No one told Germany winger Robin Gosens the etiquette for receiving a “star of the match” trophy at the European Championship

JUNE 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Robin Gosens - Great against Portugal Gosens had an assist and scored a goal while taking three shots (all on goal), crossing twice inaccurately and creating two chances during Saturday's 4-2 win over Portugal.

Impact Gosens set up Kai Havertz in the 51st minute before scoring himself in the 60th to play a part in two of Germany's four goals. The goal and assist were the first of the tournament for the wide man, while his two chances created tied for the team-high total in the win. Gosens was subbed off in the 62nd minute.

JUNE 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruslan Malinovskyi - Busy in win Malinovskyi shot six times (four on time), as well as creating four chances during Thursday's 2-1 win over North Macedonia.

Impact Malinovskyi has been brilliant to close the season for both club and country, and is looking excellent in every match. The forward has been excellent, but will need to find top form if Ukraine want to make a deep run, look for him to take over Monday, against Austria.

JUNE 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rafael Toloi - Provides assist against Switzerland Toloi created one scoring chance, had one interception, won two tackles and picked up an assist in 20 minutes in Wednesday's 3-0 win over Switzerland.

Impact Toloi technically came in for Domenico Berardi to make the formation more defensive, but he contributed to the final goal by finding Ciro Immobile before the teammate fired it home. His minutes will hinge on whether Alessandro Florenzi will be able to recuperate from his calf problem. Italy will face Wales Sunday.

JUNE 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Russia beats Finland 1-0 for 1st points at Euro 2020

Aleksei Miranchuk’s curling shot in first-half stoppage time gave Russia a 1-0 win over Finland and its first points at the European Championship

JUNE 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Miranchuk strike hands Russia 1-0 win against Finland Aleksey Miranchuk's first-half effort handed Russia a crucial 1-0 victory against Finland in a closely-fought affair.Finland came into the g...

JUNE 16, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Aleksey Miranchuk - Scores in win Miranchuk scored once on his only shot during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Finland.

Impact Miranchuk netted his first EUROs goal, finding the back of the net with his only shot against Finland. The striker was one of the most dangerous players on the pitch and created three chances as well as his goal. Miranchuk will need to keep this form Monday, against Denmark.

JUNE 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruslan Malinovskyi - Provides assist against Netherlands Malinovskyi provided an assist, had one off-target shot, created three chances, sent in two crosses (both accurate) and made three tackles during Sunday's 3-2 loss against Netherla...

Impact Malinovskyi was Ukraine's biggest source of playmaking here, pacing his side in chances created and assist Roman Yaremchuk for the goal that momentarily drew things level at 2-2 in the 79th minute. Up next for him is Thursday's match against North Macedonia.

JUNE 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cristian Romero - Dealing with muscular problem Romero is set to undergo some tests on a muscular injury six days before the start of Copa America, Tyc Sport reports.

Impact Romero found the target in the World Cup qualifier against Colombia, but left in the second half because of the physical problem. He is at serious risk of missing at least the opener considering the short turnaround.

JUNE 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Germany warms up for Euro 2020 with 7-1 rout of Latvia

Germany has warmed up for the European Championship with a 7-1 rout of Latvia in its last friendly game before the tournament

JUNE 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pessina replaces injured Sensi in Italy squad for Euro 2020

Atalanta midfielder Matteo Pessina has replaced the injured Stefano Sensi in the Italy squad for the upcoming European Championship

JUNE 7, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Matteo Pessina - Called up for Euros Pessina was called into Italy's camp for the Euros after Stefano Sensi (adductor) was ruled out of the competition.

Impact Pessina and Sensi have often competed for playing time with the national team, but Pessina had a sizable lead in minutes logged this season due to better fitness. Since he was only a late inclusion into the roster, Pessina may not have great odds of starting each game despite his regular presence during past international breaks.

JUNE 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Matteo Pessina - Ineffective versus Milan Pessina sent in two inaccurate crosses, had 24 passes and attempted one unsuccessful tackle in the 0-2 loss in the season finale against Milan.

Impact Pessina drew the start, but he was pulled at halftime to go with a more aggressive formation. He has registered two goals, two assists, 27 chances created and 17 tackles in 28 matches (21 starts) in 2020/21.

JUNE 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE