Empoli Team News Page 19 - Soccer

Francesco Caputo - Converts PK in Sassuolo match Caputo scored one goal to go with two shots (two on target) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-4 loss versus Sassuolo.

Impact Caput wasn't super involved in the offense but found the target from the penalty spot early in the contest. He has scored all three of his seasonal goals in the last six rounds, adding seven shots (four on target) and five chances created. Empoli will visit Genoa on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jacopo Fazzini - Bags first Serie A goal against Sassuolo Fazzini scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), four crosses (one accurate), two chances created, and one corner in Sunday's 3-4 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Fazzini did a little bit of everything on both ends and hit the net with a surgical daisy-cutter from outside the box that wrong-footed the opposing goalie. He has assisted once and added four shots (two on target), six chances created, and eight crosses (two accurate) in the last five games (three starts).

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Etrit Berisha - Beaten four times by Sassuolo Berisha had five saves and allowed four goals in Sunday's 3-4 loss against Sassuolo.

Impact Berisha even had an okay showing, but he was left hung out to dry by his defense in this one. He has kept two clean sheets, given up nine goals, and made 25 saves in the last five matches. Empoli will visit Genoa on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tommaso Baldanzi - Ruled out for Sassuolo bout Baldanzi (ankle) "has practiced a little but isn't ready yet, and we don't want to rush things," coach Aurelio Andreazzoli informed.

Impact Baldanzi got some work in late in the week but not enough to be an option as he continues to battle an ankle injury. Matteo Cancellieri, Nicolo Cambiaghi, and Emmanuel Gyasi have picked up the slack on the flanks.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sebastian Walukiewicz - Likely for Sassuolo match Walukiewicz (ankle) has healed up and will be in contention to start versus Sassuolo on Sunday, Quotidiano Nazionale reported.

Impact Walukiewicz is feeling better after missing two games due to an ankle sprain and will compete with Ardian Ismajli for the starting job. His teammate has generally gotten the call when healthy but has had trouble avoiding injuries. He has recorded seven tackles, six interceptions, and 25 clearances in his last six appearances, with two clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Etrit Berisha - Keeps clean sheet in Napoli game Berisha made seven saves, four clearances, and three punches, and secured a clean sheet in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Napoli.

Impact Berisha was outstanding in the upset win and single-handedly preserved it late in the game after Napoli laid siege. The coach mentioned a potential switch between the sticks, but he has done little to deserve to relinquish the job to Elia Caprile. He has kept three clean sheets in the last five games, making 21 saves and allowing five goals. Empoli will host Sassuolo on November 26.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sebastiano Luperto - Shines against Napoli Luperto had one tackle (one won), two blocks, seven clearances, and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Napoli.

Impact Luperto thwarted a few dangerous actions with multiple timely interventions, and his team kept a clean sheet in a tough spot. He has logged 33 clearances, six blocks, and five tackles in the last five games, contributing to blanking the opponents three times.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ardian Ismajli - Logs seven clearances agaisnt Napoli Ismajli had two tackles (one won), one block, seven clearances, and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Napoli.

Impact Ismajli bounced back from a pair of subpar showings by contributing to shutting down one of the best teams in the league. He'll start regularly if he stays healthy, which has been a problem for him in the past two seasons. He has tallied six tackles, six interceptions, and 20 clearances in his last four appearances.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Liberato Cacace - Solid versus Napoli Cacace had three interceptions and two clearances, created one chance, and won three of three tackles in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Napoli.

Impact Cacace was quickly back in the XI and focused on defending, with excellent returns, in a difficult match-up. He has recorded four chances crated, 10 tackles, and six crosses (one accurate) in the last five rounds.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jacopo Fazzini - Gritty in Napoli contest Fazzini won nine duels and three of six tackles and had two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Napoli.

Impact Fazzini stayed in the starting lineup despite the return of Youssef Maleh, replacing Razvan Marin, and was excellent in the passive phases. He has assisted once and logged four chances created, 13 tackles, and four crosses (one accurate) in the last four matches.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Youssef Maleh - Creates three chances versus Napoli Maleh drew one foul, created three scoring chances, and registered four tackles (three won) and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 win against Napoli.

Impact Maleh turned in another solid two-way display and led his team in key passes. He has routinely been an all-around contributor but is still seeking his first goal contribution. He has posted nine chances created, eight crosses (three accurate), and 17 tackles in his last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nicolo Cambiaghi - Swings in four crosses against Napoli Cambiaghi generated one shot (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate), one chance created, and three corners in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Napoli.

Impact Cambiaghi wasn't overly influential but led his team in deliveries thanks to a few set pieces. He has assisted once and added nine shots (four on target), three key passes, and nine crosses (two accurate) in the last five fixtures. Empoli will host Sassuolo on November 26.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Matteo Cancellieri - Active versus Napoli Cancellieri won seven duels, had three successful take-ons, and registered two shots (one on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Napoli.

Impact Cancellieri continued his run of energetic showings but filled it up mostly in the peripheral categories. He has tallied six shots (one on target), four chances created, and 11 crosses (two accurate) in the last five games, with no goals or assists.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mattia Destro - Unused in Napoli fixture Destro didn't play in Sunday's 1-0 win over Napoli.

Impact Destro was back on the bench but didn't get minutes. He'll compete with Stiven Shpendi in the rare instances when Francesco Caputo rests or subs off early. He has featured five times so far (one start).

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tyronne Ebuehi - Provides assist in Napoli game Ebuehi assisted once to go with two crosses (zero accurate), one interception, and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Napoli.

Impact Ebuehi didn't get the start for the second week in a row, but he left his mark off the bench by feeding Viktor Kovalenko ahead of a successful strike for his first assist of the season. He has recorded three key passes, 12 crosses (three accurate), and five tackles in his last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Viktor Kovalenko - Sinks Napoli Kovalenko drew one foul, won two duels, and scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) in 19 minutes in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Napoli.

Impact Kovalenko decided the game off the bench in one of his few touches with a gorgeous cross-shot from an angled position, hitting the net for the first time in the season. He has appeared only as a sub so far, posting three shots (two on target), two key passes, and three crosses (one accurate) in four matches. He could see more minutes following this strong showing.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mattia Destro - Available versus Napoli Destro (thigh) is a substitute option for Sunday's match versus Napoli.

Impact Destro is good to after sitting out two contests because of an unspecified muscular injury and could see some action in the second half. Francesco Caputo is leading the line as usual.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mattia Destro - Should be back versus Napoli Destro has resumed training regularly and is likely to be available against Napoli on Sunday, Quotidiano Sportivo reported.

Impact Destro is feeling better after skipping two games with an ailment and will probably back up Francesco Caputo in this one. He has played five times so far (one start), posting four off-target shots and one key pass.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sebastian Walukiewicz - Will miss Napoli clash Walukiewicz will remain sidelined for Sunday's game versus Napoli due to an ankle sprain, Quotidiano Sportivo reported.

Impact Walukiewicz will sit out the second match in a row due to the injury, leaving Ardian Ismajli, Sebastiano Luperto, and Lorenzo Tonelli as the only options in the middle of the defense.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tommaso Baldanzi - Picks up new injury Baldanzi will miss Sunday's clash with Napoli and international duties due to a right ankle sprain, Empoli announced.

Impact Baldanzi has been battling issues in the same joint for about a month and will attempt to get completely healthy in the next couple of weeks. Nicolo Cambiaghi, Matteo Cancellieri, Emmanuel Gyasi, and Daniel Maldini have gotten minutes on the flanks while he was limited.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Sebastian Walukiewicz - Out versus Frosinone Walukiewicz was unavailable for Monday's 1-2 loss to Frosinone.

Impact Walukiewicz wasn't involved as expected due to an unspecified physical problem. He'll try to recover for the Napoli clash, but Ardian Ismajli and Sebastiano Luperto will likely stay in the XI regardless.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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