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Scores against Inter Smalling won tackles and three duels and scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Inter Milan.

Impact Smalling didn't pile up numbers defensively but decided the game with a well-taken header on a free kick. It's his second goal of the season. He has posted six tackles (five won), nine interceptions, and 20 clearances in the last five matches.

OCTOBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dybala helps Roma beat Empoli 2-1 in Serie A

Paulo Dybala scored one and set up another as Roma got back to winning ways with a 2-1 victory at Empoli in an action-packed Serie A match

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Swift return for Dybala as he travels to Juventus with Roma

When former Juventus player Paulo Dybala joined Roma last month he knew his return to Turin would be swift

AUGUST 25, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Injury-hit Juventus misses Di María in 0-0 draw at Sampdoria

Injury-hit Juventus clearly missed Ángel Di María as it was held to a 0-0 draw at Sampdoria in Serie A

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores with lone shot Smalling scored a goal with his lone shot while creating a chance, making two interceptions, two tackles (winning one) and eight clearances during Monday's 1-0 win over Cremonese.

Impact Smalling found the back of the net in the 65th minute scoring the lone goal of the match. The goal was the first of the season for the centerback as he finished with team-high totals in interceptions and clearances in the win.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mourinho's 5th European title to 'remain immortal' at Roma

José Mourinho might be better described as a “Man of the People” now rather than the “Special One.”

MAY 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Roma 1-0 Feyenoord: Jose Mourinho wins fifth European title by landing Europa Conference League Match report from the inaugural Europa Conference League final as Jose Mourinho wins his fifth major European title; Nicolo Zaniolos first-h...

MAY 25, 2022 • SKY.COM

Does not feature against Torino Smalling (undisclosed) did not play in Friday's 3-0 win over Torino.

Impact Smalling made just a token appearance on the bench as he is dealing with an unspecified minor injury. He has logged three goals, 36 tackles, 26 interceptions and 88 clearances in 27 matches in 2021-2022, contributing to six clean sheets.

MAY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Abraham to end breakout season at Roma with a European final

The final of the inaugural edition of the Europa Conference League represents a big opportunity for Roma striker Tammy Abraham

MAY 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Called up for Torino match Smalling has traveled with the rest of the team to Turin despite the previous words by the coach, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Smalling is dealing with muscle fatigue and not a particularly severe injury and might be able to make the bench after all, although he has minor chances to feature.

MAY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Torino game Smalling is injured and will miss Friday's match versus Torino, Jose Mourinho announced.

Impact Smalling picked up an undisclosed problem and will be managed ahead of next Wednesday's European Conference League final. Gianluca Mancini is back from suspension and will replace him against Torino, with Marash Kumbulla staying in the XI:

MAY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins four tackles in Venezia game Smalling had two blocks and one interception and won four of four tackles and eight duels in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Venezia.

Impact Smalling put up strong numbers but the Roma defense was caught off guard and conceded in the first minute of the game. He has tallied nine tackles (six won), two interceptions, 14 clearances and three blocks in the last five appearances, with no clean sheets. Roma will face Torino away next week in the last Serie A round.

MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs seven clearances against Fiorentina Smalling had one interception and seven clearances, drew one foul and won six duels in Monday's 0-2 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Smalling was stingy in the back and put up numbers, but it was not enough to stymie the opponents. He has logged five tackles (two won), two interceptions, 16 clearances and four blocks in the last five appearances, with one goal and one clean sheet. Roma will host Venezia Saturday.

MAY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Inter beats Roma 3-1 on miserable return for Mourinho

Defending champion Inter Milan has given a signal of intent by crushing Roma 3-1 to move on top of Serie A on a miserable return to San Siro for former coach José Mourinho

APRIL 23, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores late game winner Smalling scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal), making a tackle and a clearance during Sunday's 2-1 win over Salernitana.

Impact Smalling found the back of the net in the 85th minute scoring the game winning goal for Roma. The goal was the third of the season for the defender while his one clearance was the team-high total in the win.

APRIL 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes five interceptions in draw Smalling made two tackles (one won), three clearances, five interceptions and one block during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Verona.

Impact Smalling and the rest of Roma's defensive line struggled a lot during the first half, but the centre back was able to bounce back and put on a decent stat line which included a season-high five interceptions. An always reliable source of fantasy numbers, the veteran defender will try to remain productive during Feb. 27 visit to Spezia.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal in draw Smalling made six tackles (three won), two clearances, one interception and one block, but scored an own goal during Sunday's 2-2 draw against Sassuolo.

Impact Smalling scored an own goal in the 47th minute when trying to cut a cross from the flank, but goalkeeper Rui Patricio made a very poor effort on the play as the ball went onto his path and could've very well been gathered. Other than that, the centre back had a decent performance, putting up strong numbers as he's used to do. Up next for Smalling is Saturday's home match against Verona.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rafael Leão's early strike moves AC Milan top of Serie A

AC Milan has surged to the top of Serie A with a 1-0 victory over Sampdoria

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes five clearances in draw Smalling had three off-target shots, made five clearances, one interception and four blocks and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's scoreless draw against Genoa...

Impact Smalling was an imposing presence at the heart of the defense, racking up big numbers, including a season-high four blocks. Also, the centre back found room to support the attacking end on set pieces. The centre back has been one of Serie A's steadiest performers at his position lately and will try to remain productive during Feb. 13 visit to Sassuolo.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three clearances versus Empoli Smalling (COVID-19) had three clearances and one block and drew one foul in Sunday's 4-2 wn over Empoli.

Impact Smalling was inserted in the XI right away upon shaking off the viral infection, but he did not put up eye-catching numbers and his side gave up two cheap goals. He has notched 15 tackles, 12 interceptions, 44 clearances and 11 blocks in 14 matches, with one clean sheet. Roma will host Genoa on February 5th.

JANUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Empoli Smalling (illness) is in Roma's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Empoli.

Impact Smalling missed last weekend's win against Cagliari with what appeared to be COVID-19, but he's back in the lineup from the start on Sunday from the back three.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted at practice Smalling resumed training with the rest of the group Friday, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Smalling missed the last game, but he is set to be an option for against Empoli. While he is generally a regular, it is possible the coach will pick players, such as Roger Ibanez and Gianluca Mancini, that are in better shape Sunday.

JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could miss Cagliari tilt Smalling has not practiced in the lead-up of Sunday's match versus Cagliari, Jose Mourinho announced.

Impact Smalling is rumored to have tested positive for COVID-19, although the team did not confirm it while announcing they had some cases during the week. With Roger Ibanez and Bryan Cristante suspended, Roma will likely field Marash Kumbulla and deploy a more offensive scheme since multiple defenders are unavailable.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy against Juventus Smalling created two scoring chances, had three blocks and three clearances and won four duels in Sunday's 3-4 loss to Juventus.

Impact Smalling put up numbers and was a factor also in the opposing box, but he struggled in the second half, like the rest of Roma's defense, allowing Juventus to mount an improbable comeback. He has notched 15 tackles, 12 interceptions and 41 clearances in 13 matches, with one clean sheet.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

More frustration for Mourinho as Roma wastes lead over Juve

Juventus came back from two goals down for a 4-3 win at Roma in the Italian league

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS