Impact Biraghi had an average outing for the home team. The 29-year-old made a solitary clearance. Other than that, Biraghi also provided a couple of key passes.
MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
CRISTIANO BIRAGHI #3 - DEFENDER - FIORENTINA
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One clearance against Verona Biraghi made one clearance in a 1-1 stalemate against Verona on Sunday.
Racks up 12 crosses Biraghi recorded 12 crosses (two accurate), seven corners and three shots (two on target) against Sassuolo on Saturday.
Impact Since the calendar turned to 2022, Biraghi has generated two goals on 12 shots (five on target), 46 crosses (16 accurate) and 19 corners ins even contests. The left-back should continue to push the attack from the back line moving forward, making him a top-end fantasy target.
MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Subpar against Atalanta Biraghi sent in two crosses (one accurate), created one scoring chance, drew one foul and won one duel in Sunday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.
Impact Biraghi did not have the usual volume in this one as the opponents managed to hold him in check. He left the game earlier than usual but likely just due to fatigue. He has tallied seven shots, seven chances and 25 crosses in the last five games. Fiorentina will visit Sassuolo Saturday.
FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Fires five crosses in victory Biraghi had three shots (none on target), five crosses, two tackles, created one chance and was fouled twice in the 2-1 victory against Spezia on Monday.
Impact While normally a prolific crosser, Biraghi's numbers were a little below average against Spezia on Monday. He did make up for it with a strong defensive effort, and hopefully he will return to form in the next match against Atalanta.
FEBRUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Concedes own goal in 3-0 loss Biraghi created three chances, sent nine crosses (three accurate), took two corners and intercepted once in the 3-0 battering by Lazio on Saturday.
Impact Biraghi had a tough going in the loss Saturday. The wingback did as much as he could from the flank, but his defense was lackluster at best. Over his past five appearances, he is averaging, 1.2 shots, 2.4 created chances, 7.4 crosses, 2.8 corners, 1.0 tackles and 0.2 interceptions per 90 minutes in all competitions. His offensive numbers remain great, but his defensive efforts are still subpar at best and one of the reasons Fiorentina is having such a hard time not conceding.
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Fires in five crosses Biraghi had one shot (on target), five crosses, one block, two tackles, one foul, created one chance, and was fouled once in the 1-1 draw with Cagliari on Sunday.
Impact While still fulfilling his defensive duties, Biraghi knows he has a vital role to fill on offense. With five crosses in this match, there was a strong offensive push to try and pull ahead of Cagliari, but none of them lead to a goal. In 20 appearances this season, the defender is averaging just over six crosses per match.
JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores two free-kick goals in win Biraghi scored two goals off three shots (two on target), created one chance, sent in four crosses (one accurate) and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Monday's 6-0 win...
Impact Biraghi wasn't as active on open play as he was during the previous match, but more than made up for that with two stunning free-kick goals that doubled his season total to four. The left back will try to keep showing his offensive prowess during Sunday's visit to Cagliari.
JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Biraghi adds to Genoa's misery with a perfect free-kick ' Top 5 Goal ' Round 22 ' Serie A 2021/22
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Returns, creates four chances Biraghi created four chances during a 4-0 loss Monday against Torino.
Impact Biraghi logged his return from a card-based suspension. His four created chances were Fiorentina's best. Despite having no assists across 19 games of the ongoing Serie A season, Biraghi continues to supply upside utilizing chances created -- of which he has 32 this season.
JANUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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Will return versus Udinese Biraghi will be eligible to play against Udinese after missing one game due to a suspension.
Impact Biraghi will reprise his starting role at left-back although Aleksa Terzic fared well in a sport start. He has scored once and posted 26 crosses, five interceptions and five chances in the last five games.
DECEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Sent off against Sassuolo Biraghi created two scoring chances, sent in ten crosses (two accurate) and was booked twice in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Sassuolo.
Impact Biraghi again had good volume, but he was not as sharp as on other occasions in this deliveries and picked up two yellow cards for elbowing an opponent in the face. He will be suspended for Wednesday's road game versus Verona, where he will be replaced by either Aleksa Terzic or Igor.
DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Scores in win Biraghi scored one goal on one shot on target, delivered four crosses, made one interception, drew one foul and made one clearance in Sunday's 3-2 win versus Bologna.
Impact Biraghi had a great offensive outing as he found the back of the net to help his side take home all three points. This was the fullback's first goal since Oct. 24. He has now registered four shots, two chances created and 16 crosses in the last three appearances due to his role on set pieces.
DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Delivers five crosses versus Milan Biraghi sent in five crosses (two accurate), created one scoring chance, drew one foul and won one duel in Saturday's 4-3 win over Milan.
Impact Biraghi took a little step back in terms of crosses compared to the previous double-digit efforts, but he still logged okay numbers. He has scored once thus far and logged nine shots, 23 chances created and 81 crosses in 13 matches. Fiorentina will face Empoli away Saturday.
NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Productive again in Juventus clash Biraghi sent in 13 crosses (five accurate), created two scoring chances, drew one foul and won two duels in Saturday's 0-1 loss to Juventus.
Impact Biraghi swung in double-digit crosses for the second game in a row and posted his new season high in such category, but he remains assist-less in the campaign. Instead, he has scored once and has created at least two chances in six matches in a row. Fiorentina will face Milan at home after the break.
NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Juventus beats Fiorentina 1-0 on Cuadrado stoppage-time goal
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Delivers 10 crosses against Spezia Biraghi took two shots (zero on target), delivered 10 crosses (five accurate) and created four chances in Sunday's 3-0 win over Spezia.
Impact Biraghi led his side in chances created (4) and corners taken (5). He's the primary set piece taker and added another seven shots or crosses from set pieces on Sunday. He has one goal this season but has yet to register an assist. His next match is on November 6 away to Juventus.
NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Solid against Lazio Biraghi created three chances from five crosses (four accurate) and conceded a yellow card during Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Lazio.
Impact Biraghi leads his team in chances created with 16 in 10 starts, 11 of which have come in the last four games. This sets him up well for Sunday's visit from Spezia, which hold the worst defensive record in Serie A.
OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Produces against Venezia Biraghi sent in nine crosses (three accurate), created two scoring chances, drew two fouls and won three duels in Monday's 0-1 loss to Fiorentina.
Impact Biraghi maintained his usual level of production, also thanks to a few corner kicks, even though Fiorentina struggled to generate much offense in this one. He has notched six shots, ten chances created and 42 crosses in eight games. Fiorentina will host Cagliari Sunday.
OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Solid against Inter Biraghi took two shots (one on target), sent in five crosses (one accurate), had two blocks and won two duels in Wednesday's 1-3 loss to Inter.
Impact Biraghi logged another productive display motoring down the flank despite the challenging match-up and the score. He has recorded 21 crosses, six shots, five chances created and 11 tackles through five appearances. Fiorentina will face Udinese away Sunday.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Delivers three crosses against Atalanta Biraghi sent in three crosses (zero accurate), had one block and four clearances and won two of two tackles in Saturday's 2-1 win over Atalanta.
Impact Biraghi put up lower numbers than usual mostly due to the challenging nature of the game. He has launched nine crosses, created three chances and logged eight tackles in the first three matches. Fiorentina will face Genoa away Saturday.
SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
