ELSEID HYSAJ NEWS

Helps keep clean sheet versus Empoli Hysaj drew one foul and recorded one tackle (one won) and one interception in Sunday's 2-0 win over Empoli.

Impact Hysaj started as a center-back for the second consecutive game even though purer options were available and did his part in containing Empoli. He has logged four tackles (three won), two clearances and three crosses (one accurate) in the last five matches, with one clean sheet.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Passable against Fiorentina Hysaj (thigh) generated two tackles (one won), five duels, one block and one clearance in 45 minutes in Monday's 2-1 defeat versus Fiorentina.

Impact Hysaj (thigh) avoided spending time on the sidelines and was okay after coming on at the interval replacing Adam Marusic, who had a poor first half defensively. He'll compete with him and Manuel Lazzari in the upcoming tilts. He has tallied four crosses (zero accurate), three tackles (one won) and five clearances in his last four appearances.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Earns bench spot Hysaj (thigh) is on the bench for Monday's match against Fiorentina.

Impact Hysaj is already back with the team, avoiding any time on the sidelines after being forced off the field in their last match against Torino. The defender will now hope to find the starting XI within their next couple of matches, as he started in three of their past four contests despite holding more of a rotational role this season.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids significant issues Hysaj (thigh) escaped without relevant injuries and was back at practice Sunday, Tuttomercatoweb informed.

Impact Hysaj was managed for a couple of days after getting banged up but should be available Monday, although Adam Marusic, Manuel Lazzarri and Luca Pellegrini have better chances of making the XI since they are healthier. He has logged four crosses (zero accurate), one tackle and three interceptions in his last three starts.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off versus Torino Hysaj had two crosses (zero accurate), one clearance and one block before leaving Thursday's 2-0 win over Torino due to a thigh problem, coach Maurizio Sarri informed.

Impact Hysaj started for the third time in the past four matches but had to leave at intermission. Manuel Lazzari was picked over Luca Pellegrini to replace him. He'll be evaluated in training ahead of Monday's away game versus Fiorentina.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Bologna game Hysaj (ankle) didn't sub in during Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Bologna.

Impact Hysaj was available despite an ankle problem against Bayern Munich but didn't get minutes. He started twice in a row before the issue after being an afterthought for a couple of months. Once fully healthy, he might supplant Manuel Lazzari and Luca Pellegrini in the more challenging matches.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Bologna Hysaj (ankle) is a bench option for Sunday's game against Bologna.

Impact Hysaj won't need to miss time despite twisting his ankle midweek but won't get the start unlike in the past two fixtures. Manuel Lazzari and Adam Marusic are getting the nod and Luca Pellegrini is available after a minor unspecified injury, so he's not a lock to get minutes. He has tallied six interceptions, three crosses (one accurate) and seven clearances in his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing ankle injury Hysaj (ankle) is day-to-day due to a right ankle sprain, Lazio announced.

Impact Hysaj didn't practice after leaving the Bayern clash early and will miss Sunday's match versus Bologna, but he might be able to avoid a prolonged spell on the sidelines since the issue appears to be mild. Adam Marusic, Manuel Lazzari and Luca Pellegrini will be the options on the defensive wings while he recovers.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off versus Bayern Hysaj left Wednesday's 1-0 win over Bayern Munich in the 60th minute due to an ankle sprain, coach Maurizio Sarri informed, after failing to record stats.

Impact Hysaj has resurfaced in the last two games after getting scarce minutes for two months, but he got hurt in this one and is headed for some tests before Sunday's home game versus Bologna. Since Luca Pellegrini (undisclosed) was missing midweek, Adam Marusic and Manuel Lazzari are currently the only healthy fullbacks.

FEBRUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good in Cagliari bout Hysaj had two crosses (zero accurate), three interceptions, one block and one tackle (zero won) in Saturday's 3-1 win over Cagliari.

Impact Hysaj notched his first start since mid-December and had mostly been unused in recent fixtures. The coach generally fields him when he wants to be more defensive-minded; plus, Manuel Lazzari and Luca Pellegrini haven't been great as of late, so he could get the nod again in the upcoming matches. He has notched three crosses (one accurate), three tackles (one won), and six interceptions in his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in the back versus Milan Hysaj registered five tackles (two won), one block, and seven clearances in Saturday's 0-2 defeat versus AC Milan.

Impact Hysaj had his hands full against Christian Pulisic but did okay, even though his direct opponent scored on a cut through the middle. The rearguard was wobblier on the other flank. He has started in three of the last five matches, logging seven tackles, two interceptions, 15 clearances, and two blocks.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts after eye injury Hysaj generated one tackle (one won) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Monza.

Impact Hysaj missed one game with an eye injury, but was back in the starting lineup during Lazio's home draw. The left-back could not do much before subbing off in the 56th minute, though. He logged his third start in the season, but has yet to play the full 90 minutes.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Atletico Hysaj (eye) is an option off the bench for Tuesday's match against Atletico Madrid.

Impact Hysaj is in the squad but not in the starting lineup, as he is an option off the bench for Tuesday's match. He was poked in the eye during his last match but seems to have recovered somewhat as he finds himself on the bench. He could find time on the pitch as a substitute against Atletico, but it seems he may have to fight for his starting spot back as Luca Pellegrini started in his place.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for UCL clash Hysaj (eye) practiced regularly after bowing out versus Juventus and is in contention to start versus Atletico Madrid Tuesday, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Hysaj got poked in the eye in the first half of the previous game but didn't experience ulterior problems. He has good chances of holding onto the starting job despite the competition coming from Manuel Lazzari and Luca Pellegrini. He has tallied eight clearances, two interceptions, and one tackle in two games so far.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off against Juventus Hysaj won one duel in 45 minutes before leaving Saturday's 1-3 loss to Juventus due to an eye problem, Gianluca di Marzio reports.

Impact Hysaj struggled like the rest of the Lazio defense in the first half and couldn't continue as he wasn't seeing properly. He'll take further tests ahead of Tuesday's clash with Atletico Madrid. He was replaced by Luca Pellegrini. Manuel Lazzari is also an option since Adam Marusic can feature on either flank.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in Napoli contest Hysaj registered one tackle (one won), eight clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 win over Napoli.

Impact Hysaj got the nod over Manuel Lazzari in the crunch game and showed off his defensive chops against a tough opponent. He didn't feature in the past two rounds after being the regular starter last season.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates one chance in Empoli tilt Hysaj won one tackle, had one block, one key pass, and one accurate cross in Round 38's 2-0 win over Empoli.

Impact Hysaj picked up small numbers but contributed across the board in both phases. He regularly played over Manuel Lazzari in the final few months as the coach preferred a more defensive option at the position. He starred 40 times (28 starts), tallying 22 crosses (nine accurate), 48 tackles, 26 interceptions, and 40 clearances and contributing to 13 clean sheets.

JUNE 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener versus Cremonese Hysaj scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-2 win against Cremonese.

Impact Hysaj scored his first Serie A goal of the season Sunday, a strike in the 4th minute assisted by Ciro Immobile. It was his only shot in the match to go with two tackles, two interceptions and one drawn foul in his 80 minutes of playing time.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good against Juventus Hysaj won five duels, had three clearances and one interception, and sent in one inaccurate cross in Saturday's 2-1 win over Juventus.

Impact Hysaj turned in a solid shift and was particularly busy in the back. He has started five games in a row, recording two key passes, three inaccurate crosses, six tackles (three won), and nine clearances.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles against Napoli Hysaj won five duels and two of three tackles and had four clearances and one interception in Friday's 1-0 victory over Napoli.

Impact Hysaj had a strong performance in the back and has gained the upper hand over Manuel Lazzari as a defensive option at the position in 2023, starting in seven of the last eight matches. He has recorded five chances created, four crosses (two accurate), five tackles (four won), and ten clearances in the most recent five, with two clean sheets.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in three crosses in Verona game Hysaj recorded three crosses (one accurate), one block, one interception, and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 draw against Verona.

Impact Hysaj has gotten the nod over either Manuel Lazzari or Adam Marusic in four consecutive matches, mostly for defensive purposes, and this was his most complete showing. He has registered six crosses (one accurate), 12 tackles (six won), five interceptions, and ten clearances in the recent stretch.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't feature versus Lecce Hysaj (calf) was an unused sub in Wednesday's 1-2 loss to Lecce.

Impact Hysaj was good to go after battling an injury, but it generally takes him an injury to another fullback or some rotation for him to see the pitch.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Included in match-day squad Hysaj (calf) was named to the match-day squad to face Lecce on Wednesday, per SkySports.

Impact Hysaj has been in and out of the starting XI all season long, so his presence on the bench shouldn't come as a surprise. Even when he does start, the defender hasn't generated much in the way of fantasy value with just eight crosses (four accurate), one assist and two shots (one on target) in 18 contests.

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to full training Hysaj (calf) practiced regularly Wednesday, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Hysaj sat out a pair of friendlies due to a contract, but he has gotten healthier and should be fine for the Lecce game. He has been the top backup on either fullback spot, tallying seven chances created, eight crosses (four accurate), 18 tackles, and 12 clearances in 18 appearances (nine starts).

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses friendly Hysaj sat out Thursday's friendly against Almeria due to a calf contracture, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Hysaj hasn't been spotted at practice recently and will attempt to get healthy during the time remaining before January 4's match versus Lecce.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE