DIMITRIOS NIKOLAOU NEWS

Scores first Serie A goal Nikolaou scored his first Serie A goal with his only shot in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Roma.

Impact Nikolaou found himself in the right place at the right time to head in the game's opening goal. The defender started 34 games this season and managed more blocks (26) than any of his teammates.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fares well versus Milan Nikolaou recorded four crosses (zero accurate), two interceptions, six clearances, and one tackle in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus AC Milan.

Impact Nikolaou put up numbers across the board in the back and attacked a little as well, although with little precision. He has tallied six tackles (four won), three interceptions, 12 clearances, and two blocks in the last five games.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy against Fiorentina Nikolaou (undisclosed) had three clearances, two blocks, and one interception, and drew one foul in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Fiorentina.

Impact Nikolaou was under the pressure for large stretches of the game but logged another passable showing and helped his team come away with a good result and limit the opponents to one goal. He has tallied two key passes, six tackles (four won), two interceptions, and three blocks in the last five games, with one clean sheet.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes XI versus Fiorentina Nikolaou (undisclosed) is starting in Saturday's clash with Fiorentina.

Impact Nikalou subbed off late in the previous game but shook off his ailment and will keep playing as a left-back, as Przemyslaw Wisniewski has been selected over a few other options to replace Mattia Caldara.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Fiorentina match Nikolaou has been named in Spezia's squad list to face Fiorentina Saturday.

Impact Nikaloau was forced off early in the previous game but didn't need exams afterward and should stay in the XI as usual. He has logged nine tackles (six won), 15 clearances, one block, and three crosses (one accurate) in the last five matches, with one clean sheet.

APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers undisclosed injury Nikolaou registered two tackles (two won) and three clearances in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Salernitana. He was injured and subbed out in the 76th minute.

Impact An undisclosed injury prevented Nikolaou from logging 90 minutes for the first time since Jan. 22, when he sat out suspended. Currently, his next opportunity to play is at Fiorentina on April 8.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively against Udinese Nikolaou made three tackles (two won) and six clearances and was shown a yellow card during Sunday's 2-2 draw against Udinese.

Impact Nikolaou bounced back from his weak numbers on the previous match, pacing all players in clearances and having a nice performance overall despite having to deal with some dangerous forwards. The stat lines have been up and down for the center-back so far this season, but this performance clearly shows that potential is right there.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes eight clearances at Empoli Nikolaou registered one off-target shot, one tackle (won), one interception, eight clearances and a yellow card in Saturday's 2-2 draw at Empoli.

Impact Nikolaou had a good defensive outing, but it wasn't enough to help them hold the win on the road after leading 2-0 in the first half. The centerback led his side in clearances during the match. He also received his sixth yellow card in the season, though.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible for Bologna match Nikoloau will be available for Friday's game against Bologna following a one-game suspension.

Impact Nikolaou sat out one match due to yellow-card accumulation. He'll be back in the XI over Petko Hristov Friday. He has tallied five tackles (all won), two interceptions, six clearances, and four blocks in the last three matches, contributing to two clean sheets.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Roma game Nikolaou had one clearance, drew one foul, and picked up his fifth yellow card in Sunday's 1-0 win over Torino.

Impact Nikoloau didn't have a busy afternoon, but he contributed to the clean sheet. He'll have to miss one game due to yellow card accumulation. Jakub Kiwior should be back in the XI Sunday versus Roma after getting a day off, but Nikoloau's absence will likely allow Mattia Caldara to stay in the lineup.

JANUARY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Udinese Nikolaou served his one-game suspension in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Milan.

Impact Nikolaou will be back in the XI for Tuesday's match versus Udinese, replacing either Matteo Caldara or Ethan Ampadu. He has recorded three inaccurate crosses, five tackles (two won), five clearances, and four blocks in the last five matches, with no clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off versus Fiorentina Nikolaou won two duels, took one off-target shot, had one clearance, and saw red at the 82nd minute in Sunday's 1-2 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Nikolaou hit the showers early due to an X-rated tackle while chasing the ball. He'll miss at least Saturday's away game versus Milan. Kelvin Amian, Petko Hristov, and Mattia Caldara will be candidates to replace him in the back.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs two interceptions against Napoli Nikolaou sent in one inaccurate cross, had two interceptions and one clearance and won one duel in Sunday's 0-3 loss to Napoli.

Impact Nikolaou had a rough go in the season finale like most of his teammates in the back. He has recorded 39 tackles, 49 interceptions, 128 clearances and 24 blocks in 36 matches, with seven clean sheets.

MAY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs three interceptions in Atalanta tilt Nikolaou won two of two tackles and three duels, had three interceptions and drew one foul in Sunday's 1-3 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Nikolaou did what he could in the back, but the opponents wound up overwhelming the Spezia defense. He has notched four tackles (three won), seven interceptions, 18 clearances and one block in the last five matches, with one clean sheet. Spezia will face Udinese away Saturday.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fares well against Venezia Nikolaou had three blocks, two interceptions and four clearances and won three duels in Saturday's 1-0 win over Venezia.

Impact Nikolaou had a quality display like most of the Spezia rearguard, keeping the opponents in check with relative ease and securing the clean sheet. He has registered eight interceptions, 17 clearances and eight blocks in the last five games. Spezia will face Empoli away Saturday.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fares well versus Napoli Nikolaou won two of two tackles and five duels and had six clearances and one interception in Wednesday's 1-0 win over Napoli.

Impact Nikalou helped shut out Napoli with an attentive display in the back. He has posted 22 tackles, 23 interceptions and 63 clearances in 17 matches, with two clean sheets. Spezia will host Verona on January 6th.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal in draw Nikolaou scored an own goal, delivered one cross, won one tackle, made two interceptions, five clearances and committed one foul in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Empoli.

Impact Nikolaou was unfortunate to score an own goal which cost his side to tie the game. The center-back holds little fantasy value outside of racking up defensive stats and being an aerial threat on set pieces.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stuffs stat-sheet against Roma Nikolaou sent in three crosses (one accurate), had two blocks and three interceptions and won two of two tackles in Monday's 0-2 loss to Roma.

Impact Nikolaou had an okay display even though the opponents bagged two goals, and prevented one with a block, on top of picking up stats in multiple categories. He has posted 19 tackles, 20 interceptions, 52 clearances and five crosses in 15 matches, with one clean sheet. Spezia will host Empoli Sunday.

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will return against Bologna Nikolaou served his one-game suspension in Saturday's 2-5 loss to Atalanta.

Impact Nikolaou missed one game due to yellow-card accumulation. He will most likely be back into the XI replacing Petko Hristov in next Sunday's home match versus Bologna. He has tallied 14 tackles, 14 interceptions, 45 clearances and seven blocks in 12 games, with just one clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for one game Nikolaou had four clearances and three interceptions, won one of two tackles and picked up his fifth yellow card in Saturday's 1-0 win over Torino.

Impact Nikolaou had a strong performance to help his team keep a rare clean sheet, but he will be forced to sit out one game due to yellow-card accumulation. If healthy, Petko Hristov (thigh) will replace him against Atalanta, otherwise Jakub Kiwior could make his seasonal debut.

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four clearances in loss Nikolaou registered one inaccurate cross, three tackles (two won), four clearances and a yellow card in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Udinese.

Impact Nikolaou made the second-most clearances and tackles for his side, but it wasn't enough to avoid the home loss. The centerback also received his second yellow card of the season in three games. That's something to keep in mind at Venezia on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tranfers to Spezia Nikolaou was transferred to Spezia from Empoli on Monday.

Impact Nikolaou made 29 starts en route to Empoli's return to Serie A but now moves to another club in the division as Ardian Ismajli moved in the other direction.

AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE