DAVIDE CALABRIA NEWS

Delivers two crosses in Sassuolo game Calabria took one shot on target, sent in two inaccurate cross, won one of three tackles and had one clearance in Sunday's 3-0 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Calabria finished the season with an okay showing on both ends. He logged two goals, three assists, 60 crosses and 74 tackles in 30 matches in 2021/2022 as he missed a lot of time with a calf strain during the winter.

MAY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles against Atalanta Calabria sent in one inaccurate cross, created one scoring chance, won three of three tackles and drew four fouls in Sunday's 2-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Calabria turned in a solid defensive shift but was not a great factor on the other end. He has recorded five shots (two on target), three chances, 15 tackles (12 won) and four interceptions in the last five matches. Milan will face Sassuolo away in the season finale.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Coppa Italia Calabria (illness) got the start in Tuesday's 0-3 loss to Inter in Coppa Italia.

Impact Calabria recovered after being sidelined by a stomach bug in the previous game. He will be back in the XI in Sunday's away game versus Lazio, replacing Matteo Gabbia in the back, with Pierre Kalulu playing as center-back. He has logged six shots (two on target), seven chances, 19 crosses (eight accurate) and 14 tackles (nine won) in the last five appearances.

APRIL 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Calabria sat out the Genoa match due to the flu and has not returned to practice afterward, Sky Italy informs.

Impact Calabria is at home due to a stomach bug, on top of some cough and a fever. He has tested negative for COVID-19. He has about a week to shake it off ahead of Sunday's away game versus Lazio, but he might not start if he misses multiple days of practice. He will be re-assessed ahead of Tuesday's Coppa Italia semi-final versus Inter.

APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late-scratch Friday Calabria was scratched from the AC Milan starting XI just before kickoff against Genoa on Friday.

Impact Calabria was scheduled to feature in the starting XI before being replaced before kickoff by Matteo Gabbia. In his previous five outings, Calabria has registered 19 crosses (eight accurate), 10 corners and one assist. With the defender sidelined, Pierre Kalulu should slide over to the right-back spot which will bolster is fantasy value.

APRIL 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in three crosses against Torino Calabria took one shot on target, sent in three inaccurate crosses, created one scoring chances and won one of two tackles in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Torino.

Impact Calabria took care of some corner kicks late in the game, and that was enough for him to co-lead his side in crosses, although he did not find a teammate in any of them. He has posted one assist, six shots, eight chances and 19 crosses in the last five matches. Milan will host Genoa Friday.

APRIL 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in both phases in Bologna game Calabria sent in seven crosses (three accurate), won four of six tackles and six duels and took two off-target shots in Monday's 0-0 draw with Bologna.

Impact Calabria was very active on both ends of the pitch, as he does routinely, and put together a complete line. He has posted one assist, seven shots, seven chances and nine tackles in the last five matches. Milan will face Torino away Sunday.

APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Milan misses chance to move 3 points clear after 0-0 draw

AC Milan missed the chance to pull three points clear at the top of Serie A as it was held to a 0-0 draw by Bologna

APRIL 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dominates at both ends Calabria had two shots (one on goal), four crosses, one interception, four tackles, created one chance and sustained three fouls in the 1-0 victory over Cagliari on Saturday.

Impact Thanks to the aggressive play from Calabria, Milan was able to keep Cagliari under control this entire match. While the defender tends to average several tackles per appearance, he also has a bit of an offensive flair, with multiple crosses and a few assists this season. Hopefully he will be able to show off all his assets in the next match against Bologna.

MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Produces against Empoli Calabria sent in four crosses (three accurate), creates four scoring chances, won three duels and had two clearances in Saturday's 1-0 win over Empoli.

Impact Calabria motored down the flank at will and put together an impressive stat-line, leading his team in crosses and chances. He has provided two assists in the last six fixtures, adding four shots, seven chances, 11 crosses and 13 tackles. Milan will face Cagliari away Saturday.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Giroud delivers in big games as AC Milan chases title

Olivier Giroud has scored 11 goals in all competitions since joining AC Milan from Chelsea in the offseason but it is his ability to do it in big matches that could prove to be the...

MARCH 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Provides assist against Napoli Calabria took one off-target shot, created one scoring chance, sent in one inaccurate cross and picked up an assist in Sunday's 1-0 win over Napoli.

Impact Calabria did not pick up many stats in this one but he collected a point by setting up Olivier Giroud with was likely a low-driven shot, which was nudged home by the teammate. It is his third assist of the season and the second in the last five matches, where he has added four shots, three chances, nine crosses and five tackles. Milan will host Empoli Saturday.

MARCH 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Giroud helps Milan beat title rival Napoli 1-0 in Serie A

AC Milan took what could prove to be a crucial step toward a first Serie A title for more than a decade as it won 1-0 at rival Napoli

MARCH 6, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Solid against Salernitana Calabria took one off-target shot, sent in two accurate crosses, won two of two tackles and drew three fouls in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Salernitana.

Impact Calabria put together a decent stat-line as he picked up at both ends as per usual. He has provided one assist and added ten crosses, four tackles, two chances and five clearances in the last five matches. Milan will host Udinese Friday.

FEBRUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Respectable against Sampdoria Calabria sent in three crosses (one accurate), created one scoring chance and won two of five tackles and six duels in Sunday's 1-0 win over Sampdoria.

Impact Calabria provided a solid contribution to both phases, co-leading his team in crosses and pacing it in successful take-ons. He is generally a good bet to pick up stats on either end. He has recorded one assist, four shots, eight crosses and four clearances in the last four appearances. Milan will face Salernitana away Saturday.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Inter Calabria sent in two crosses (zero accurate), created one chance, won two duels and picked up an assist in Saturday's 2-1 win over Inter.

Impact Calabria had an okay display in both phases and capped it off by finding Olivier Giroud with a precise ball over the top to set up the second goal for his side. It is his second assist in the season. He has added seven chances, 22 crosses, 20 tackles and 13 interceptions in 13 Serie A matches. Milan will host Sampdoria next Sunday.

FEBRUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Balotelli back in Italy squad after 3-year absence

Mario Balotelli is back in the Italy squad more than three years after his last appearance in an Azzurri shirt

JANUARY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pretty productive against Juventus Calabria took two off-target shots, sent in three crosses (two accurate) and had one interception and one clearance in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Milan.

Impact Calabria put together a pretty complete line in the loss, actively contributing to both phases. He quickly supplanted Alessandro Florenzi as expected upon recovering from injury. He has notched two goals, one assist, 21 shots and 20 crosses in 12 Serie A games. Milan will collide with Inter on February 6th.

JANUARY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in Spezia game Calabria (return from COVID-19) took two off-target shots, had one interception and one successful take-on and won one duel in 20 minutes in Monday's 1-2 loss to Spezia.

Impact Calabria played his first game since early November as he missed time with a significant muscular problem and COVID-19. He should quickly unseat Alessandro Florenzi and resume being the starter at right-back, even though the teammate has fared well in relief. He has scored twice and added one assist, 17 crosses, 18 tackles and 11 clearances in 11 Serie A matches. Milan will host Juventus Sunday.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Calabria has exited the COVID-19 protocols and will resume training Friday, Milan announced.

Impact Calabria got infected while he was on the verge of returning from a calf injury that cost him multiple matches. He will compete with Alessandro Florenzi in his first game back and will eventually resume being the starter. He has notched two goals, one assist, 17 crosses and 18 tackles in ten Serie A appearances.

JANUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Venezia Calabria was not named in Milan's squad list to face Venezia Sunday.

Impact Calabria is rumored to have tested positive for COVID-19, as he was on track to return from a calf strain in the lead-up of the previous match. Alessandro Florenzi and Andrea Conte will be the lone option at right-back Sunday.

JANUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Thursday Calabria (calf) will not be in the squad to face Roma on Thursday.

Impact It will be the 10th straight absence for Calabria due to his lingering calf issue. Given his lengthy absence, the right-back may be eased back into action with an appearance or two off the bench but should be in the mix for the starting XI once fully fit.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Roma game Calabria was held out of practice Thursday, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Calabria did not train and Milan announced Wednesday that three players tested positive for COVID-19, but without disclosing their identity. Alessandro Florenzi would man the right flank if his absence was confirmed.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to full practice Calabria (calf) trained with no limitations Thursday, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Calabria has missed the past month because of a calf strain. He is fully on track to return for January 6th's match versus Roma, as previously suggested. He might be eased into action at first, but he is set to reprise his starting role at right-back over Alessandro Florenzi and Pierre Kalulu. He has scored twice and added 24 crosses, 32 tackles and 22 clearances in 14 matches.

DECEMBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to return after break Calabria (calf) has yet to go into full training and will probably remain sidelined for the next three matches, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Calabria picked up a calf strain a month ago and has yet to shake it off. He might take advantage of the upcoming pause to heal completely. Alessandro Florenzi and Pierre Kalulu have filled in for him at right-back lately.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE