Impact Viti was a doubt for Sunday's game with a knock on his thigh, but he's available on the bench and could see some playing time.
DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
EMPOLI 3-6-3 · 10TH IN SERIE A
3-6-3 · 10TH IN SERIE A
Next Match vs Udinese (H) · Today 5:30PM
EMP +187 TOTAL 1.5
Mattia Viti - On bench against Napoli Viti (thigh) is in Empoli's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Napoli.
MATCHDAY: Madrid hosts Atlético in derby; Inter aims for top
Real Madrid looks to deal a serious blow to Atlético Madrid's hopes of repeating as Spanish champion in a derby, while Barcelona visits Osasuna after its elimination from the Champ...DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mattia Viti - In doubt for Napoli match Viti picked up a small thigh problem last week and was limited in practice afterward, but he has a chance to be fit in time for Sunday's game versus Napoli, La Nazione reports.
Impact Viti is in danger of being ruled out in advance and a long-shot to start given the situation. Sebastiano Luperto would likely get the nod in his place if that were the case.
DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Petar Stojanovic - Scores versus Udinese Stojanovic scored one goal on two shots (one on target), won two tackles, made one block and committed one foul in Monday's 3-1 win versus Udinese.
Impact Stojanovic had a great offensive outing as he found the back of the net to help his side take home all three points. The fullback has now registered one goal and one assist in 14 appearances this season, along with racking up two shots, one chance created and seven crosses in his last three outings.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Samuele Ricci - Collects assist in win Ricci provided one assist, took one shot off target, created one chance, won two tackles, made one interception and drew one foul in Monday's 3-1 win versus Udinese.
Impact Ricci had a great offensive outing as he provided one assist to help his side earn all three points. The midfielder has now registered one goal and one assist in 14 appearances this season. He is better known for racking up defensive stats as he has attempted seven shots all season.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Andrea Pinamonti - Scores versus Udinese Pinamonti scored one goal on five shots (one on target), made one clearance and drew four fouls in Monday's 3-1 win versus Udinese.
Impact Pinamonti had a great offensive outing as he found the back of the net to help his side take home all three points. The striker has now scored twice in his last three appearances, along with racking up 10 shots, one chance created and two crosses in the same time span.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Nedim Bajrami - Scores, assists in win Bajrami scored one goal, provided one assist, took three shots on target, created six chances, delivered 11 crosses and drew one foul in Monday's 3-1 win versus Udinese.
Impact Bajrami had an excellent offensive outing as he found the back of the net and provided one assist to help his side take home all three points. The midfielder's playing time, however, is a concern as he has started once in the last four games. He will push to be confirmed in the starting XI Sunday versus Napoli after a great offensive performance.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Guglielmo Vicario - Makes six saves in win Vicario made six saves and allowed one goal in Monday's 3-1 win versus Udinese.
Impact Vicario had an excellent outing as he made six saves to help his side take home all three points. The keeper has failed to keep a clean sheet in his last three appearances, but he has managed to rack up 13 saves and allowed four goals in the same time span.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
MATCHDAY: Benitez under pressure as Everton welcomes Arsenal
After a thrashing by his former club in the Merseyside derby, Everton manager Rafa Benitez is under increasing pressure heading into a home match against Arsenal that wraps up the...DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sebastiano Luperto - Logs assist in draw Luperto provided one assist, took one shot on target, created two chances, made one clearance and committed four fouls in Thursday's 2-2 draw versus Torino.
Impact Luperto had a positive offensive outing as he provided one assist to help his side tie the game. This was the center-back's first assist in nine appearances this season. However, he holds little fantasy value outside of racking up defensive stats and being an aerial threat on set piece situations.
DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Andrea La Mantia - Scores against Torino La Mantia scored one goal on three shots (one on target) in Thursday's 2-2 draw versus Torino.
Impact La Mantia came off the bench and found the back of the net minutes later to tie the game. The striker's playing time, however, is a concern as he has yet to register a start this season. He has scored once and assisted once in six appearances from the bench so far.
DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Simone Romagnoli - Scores in draw Romagnoli scored one goal on one shot on target, delivered one cross, made two interceptions and two clearances in Thursday's 2-2 draw versus Torino.
Impact Romagnoli had a great offensive outing as he found the back of the net to help his side tie the game. The center-back, however, holds little fantasy value outside of racking up defensive stats and being an aerial threat on set piece situations. He has now collected two goals in eight appearances this season.
DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Liam Henderson - Registers assist versus Torino Henderson registered one assist, took two shots off target, created three chances, delivered 11 crosses, won one tackle, made one interception and committed one foul in Thursday's...
Impact Henderson had a great offensive outing as he registered one assist and racked up offensive stats due to his role on set pieces. This was the midfielder's first assist in his last four appearances, but he has managed to produce seven shots, five chances created and 17 crosses in the same time span.
DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Guglielmo Vicario - Concedes twice in draw Vicario made one saves and allowed two goals in Thursday's 2-2 draw versus Torino.
Impact Vicario did not have a particularly positive outing as he conceded twice and made only one save. The keeper has failed to register a clean sheet in his last three appearances but he has managed to produce 10 saves and allowed five goals in the same time span. he will look to bounce back Monday versus Udinese.
DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Szymon Zurkowski - Quiet versus Torino Zurkowski (back) took one shot on target, won one tackle and had one clearance and one block in 61 minutes in Thursday's 2-2 draw with Torino.
Impact Zurkowski drew the start despite a recent back problem, but he could not replicate the success he had in some previous performances. He will continue to split time with Nicolas Haas. He has logged two goals, one assist, 14 shots and three chances created in 13 games (seven starts). Empoli will host Udinese Monday.
DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Szymon Zurkowski - Starting versus Torino Zurkowski (back) will feature in the starting XI against Torino on Thursday.
Impact Zurkowski will be making just his second start in the club's last five outings but has been phenomenal nonetheless with two goals on four shots (two on target) and one assist. With the midfielder one again in the starting XI, he could offer solid top-half fantasy value given his offensive upside.
DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Szymon Zurkowski - Questionable for Torino match Zurkowski (back) was able to practice fully Wednesday but remains in doubt for Thursday's match versus Torino, La Nazione reports.
Impact Zurkowski avoided significant injuries after hurting his back in the previous game, but he will be late call for this one and will likely see limited minutes even if indeed available as he could not train regularly in previous days.
DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Andrea La Mantia - Provides assist in win La Mantia provided one assist, created two chances and attempted one tackle in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Fiorentina.
Impact La Mantia came off the bench in the second half and provided his first assist of the season to help his side win the game. The striker's playing time has been limited so far this season as he has collected five appearances, all from the bench. He will push to be included in the starting XI Thursday versus Torino after a positive offensive outing.
NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Filippo Bandinelli - Scores versus Fiorentina Bandinelli scored one goal on one shot on target, won one tackle, made one interception and committed one foul in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Fiorentina.
Impact Bandinelli came off the bench in the second half and found the back of the net minutes later to tie the game. The midfielder's playing time, however, has been a concern as he has not started in the last two games. He will look to make it in the starting XI Thursday versus Torino after a great offensive performance.
NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Andrea Pinamonti - Scores late winner Pinamonti scored one goal on two shots (one on target), created one chance, delivered two crosses, made one interception and committed one foul in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Fiorent...
Impact Pinamonti found the back of the net late in the second half to help his side take home all three points. The striker has now registered two goals and one assist in his last four appearances, along with producing 11 shots, six chances created and two crosses in the same time span.
NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Guglielmo Vicario - Makes six saves in win Vicario made six saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Fiorentina.
Impact Vicario had a great outing as he made six saves to help his side earn all three points. The keeper has failed to register a clean sheet in his last three appearances, but he has managed to rack up 14 saves and allowed five goals in the same time span.
NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Empoli 2-1 Fiorentina ' Incredible comeback win for Empoli ' Serie A 2021/22
NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • YOUTUBE
Szymon Zurkowski - Subs off early versus Fiorentina Zurkowski took two off-target shot, had one interception and drew one foul in 44 minutes in Saturday's 2-1 win, bowing out due to a knock after slipping outside the pitch, Corriere...
Impact Zurkowski hurt his back by falling over a manhole cover and could not continue. Starter Nicholas Haas replaced him in the midfield. He will have to be assessed ahead of Thursday's road game versus Torino.
NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Sebastiano Luperto - Makes 13 clearances against Verona Luperto made two blocks, seven interceptions and 13 clearances in Monday's 2-1 loss away at Verona.
Impact Luperto was kept busy in this match, leading his side in clearances (13) and interceptions (7). He has 18 interceptions, six blocks and 44 clearances in six starts this term. It was his first start since October 27. He'll hope to retain his starting role on November 27 next against Fiorentina.
NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Simone Romagnoli - Scores in loss Romagnoli took one shot (one on target), made five clearances and scored a goal in Monday's 2-1 defeat to Verona.
Impact Romagnoli stabbed home his first goal for the club to equalize in the second-half. It was his first start since October 17. He's only started six matches this season and remains in competition for playing time. Empoli play Fiorentina next on November 27.
NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
