FEDERICO CHIESA NEWS

Unavailable against Verona Chiesa won't be called up for Saturday's match with Verona, coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Chiesa visited with a specialist during the break, which ruled out significant issues other than some tendinitis in his right knee, not the one where he previously suffered an ACL tear. The gaffer suggested he could be back midweek versus Inter in Coppa Italia.

MARCH 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Injury not deemed serious Chiesa has undergone medical tests that have ruled out any major lesions to his knee, though he is still being evaluated day-to-day, Juventus announced Monday.

Impact Chiesa has been dealing with this knee issue throughout March and he lasted less than 20 minutes against Inter on Sunday before having to sub right back off. There wasn't any major issue detected by the medical examinations this time around, but Juventus will still want to be cautious considering he only recently returned in the fall from a torn ACL, so this March international break comes at a good time for Chiesa to rest up a bit.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in and out versus Inter Chiesa won three duels, took one off-target shot, and had two successful take-ons in 17 minutes in Sunday's 1-0 win against Inter before leaving due to knee tendonitis, coach Massi...

Impact Chiesa entered the game in the second half but couldn't finish it, as his knee flared up again. The problem has already cost him some matches lately. He'll be assessed by Italy doctors to determine whether he can feature during the break.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Freiburg Chiesa (knee) came off the bench and hit the net in Thursday's 2-0 win over Freiburg.

Impact Chiesa quickly returned after a little scare and looked spry, finding the target for the first time in the season. He'll be in contention to start Sunday versus Inter. He has notched two assists, nine shots (three on target), and five chances created in his last five appearances.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be option in Europa League Chiesa (knee) will be available for Thursday's clash versus Freiburg, Juventus announced.

Impact Chiesa returned to full training Wednesday and has been called up for the return leg after skipping the last fixture with a knee ailment. He has posted two assists, eight shots (one on target), six key passes, and 13 crosses (four accurate) in his last five appearances (two starts).

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable versus Sampdoria Chiesa will sit out Sunday's tie versus Sampdoria due to a knee problem, coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Chiesa tweaked his surgically-repaired knee late in the previous Freiburg match and, while the exams didn't reveal substantial damage, the club will be cautious. With Angel Di Maria also shelved, Fabio Miretti could play in a more offensive role. Matias Soule and Samuel Iling-Junior could also get minutes up front.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides spark versus Roma Chiesa recorded three shots (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate), and two chances created in 31 minutes in Sunday's 0-1 defeat to Roma.

Impact Chiesa was one of the most impactful attackers for his side despite his limited playing time. His minutes are still being tightly monitored following a knee injury and a few muscular hiccups, but he generally produces whenever he gets on the pitch. He has notched two assists, nine shots (one on target), eight key passes, and 13 crosses (four accurate) in the last five appearances. Juventus will host Freiburg in Europa League Thursday and then Sampdoria Sunday.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off bench Chiesa assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 4-2 victory versus Torino.

Impact Chiesa came off the bench for 21 minutes Tuesday and piled on the misery with an assist, his second straight match with an assist. The winger has struggled for playing time and form, with just three assists in nine appearances (two starts.) Chiesa simply hasn't lived up to the hype yet for Juventus and seems set for a disappointing 2022/23.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be option versus Torino Chiesa (thigh) "practiced with the group, is fine, and will probably come off the bench," in Tuesday's derby with Torino, coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Chiesa is good to go after missing two games with a muscular ailment but will probably see limited action. He has tallied one assist, six off-target shots, five chances created, and 12 crosses (two accurate) in his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stays out for Nantes match Chiesa hasn't been called up for Thursday's game versus Nantes, Juventus announced.

Impact Chiesa is nursing lingering muscle fatigue and, while he was outright spared against Spezia hoping he'd be available for this one, the coaching staff will not take any chances with him. Angel Di Maria and Dusan Vlahovic will likely form the frontline in the return leg of the Europa League playoff.

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Spezia game Chiesa will be held out in Sunday's match against Spezia because he's very fatigued, coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Chiesa started in consecutive matches for the first time since returning from a major injury, and he'll be spared ahead of the second leg of the Europa League clash with Nantes. Nicolo Fagioli will likely replace him in the XI, with the gaffer going back to a more crowded midfield. Matias Soule and Samuel Iling-Junior could get minutes sans Chiesa.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in three crosses against FIorentina Chiesa drew three fouls and recorded one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate), and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Fiorentina.

Impact Chiesa was highly energetic and often seemed on the verge of making a deciding play, but it never happened, and he wasn't involved in the lone goal. He played along with Angel Di Maria for the first time this season, and it would bode well for his playing time if it turned into a regular thing. He has logged five shots (zero on target), four chances created, nine crosses (one accurate), and one assist in his last five appearances (two starts). Juventus will face Nantes at home in Europa League Thursday and then visit Spezia Sunday.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots off bench Chiesa subbed into Tuesday's match against Salernitana in the 62nd minute, taking two shots and creating two chances in the 3-0 victory.

Impact Chiesa hasn't quite gotten back to his best form since returning from an ACL tear in November, but his half-hour cameo against Salernitana Tuesday was very encouraging even though the result had already been sealed by the time he was introduced.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stars in cup game Chiesa (thigh) got the start and played 78 minutes in Thursday's Coppa Italia match against Lazio.

Impact Chiesa quickly returned after missing the previous game with a muscular ailment. While he may not be ready to start consecutive matches just yet, he'll be involved in some capacity in Tuesday's road game versus Salernitana. He has provided two assists and posted four shots (zero on target), four chances created and 11 crosses (one accurate) in seven seasonal appearances.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Monza tilt Chiesa will skip Sunday's game versus Monza due to muscle fatigue, coach Massimiliano Allegri informed.

Impact Chiesa will sit one fixture due to a minor problem, and the gaffer alluded he will be back in short order. He has mostly come off the bench since returning from an ACL tear. Angel Di Maria, Matias Soule, Mattia De Sciglio, and Samuel Iling-Junior will absorb his minutes.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chiesa's goal helps Juventus beat Monza 2-1 in Italian Cup

Federico Chiesa scored his first goal for Juventus in more than a year and the Bianconeri beat Silvio Berlusconi’s Monza 2-1 to reach the Italian Cup quarterfinals

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Quiet versus Napoli Chiesa won two of four tackles and six duels and had one shot (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Friday's 1-5 defeat to Napoli.

Impact Chiesa drew his first start of the season, but he was forced to defend more than usual given the quality of the opponents, and he was a non-factor on offense, differently from his previous cameos. He has logged one assist, three shots (zero on target), two chances created, and seven crosses (zero accurate) in the last three games. Juventus will host Atalanta next Sunday.

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Udinese Chiesa assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 win against Udinese.

Impact Chiesa came through late with a sneaky cut behind the defense on a longball and a perfect feed for Danilo, who just had to tuck it home in the empty net. He has yet to start since returning from a major injury, and the coach suggested they will continue to watch his playing time, but he can do some damage also off the bench. He has registered two assists, three shots (zero on target), four chances created, and seven crosses (one accurate) in four appearances. Juventus will visit Napoli Friday.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Juventus extends winning run to 8 with win over Udinese

Juventus has stretched its winning streak to eight matches with a narrow 1-0 win over Udinese in Serie A

JANUARY 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Swings in three crosses against Cremonese Chiesa (thigh) created one chance and had one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate), and two corners in 35 minutes in Wednesday's 1-0 win over Cremonese.

Impact Chiesa received decent playing time following a muscular hiccup and looked pretty good. He's being brought slowly following a major knee injury, but his minutes should go up if he avoids further problems. Juventus will host Udinese Saturday.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Cremonese match Chiesa (thigh) "is feeling better, he practiced, and he's ready for a cameo," coach Massimiliano Allegri announced.

Impact Chiesa sat out multiple friendlies due to muscle fatigue, but he was expected to be fit enough to play a few minutes in the first game of 2023. After a long recovery from an ACL tear, he has posted one assist, two chances created, one off-target shot, and two crosses (one accurate) in three appearances off the bench.

JANUARY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be fine for Cremonese game Chiesa (thigh) didn't play in Thursday's friendly against Standard Liege, but "he's fine and could be available against Cremonese," coach Massimiliano Allegri informed.

Impact Chiesa wasn't fielded in the friendly after a minor thigh problem, even though he practiced fully in the lead-up to it. He's trending in the right direction, but he'll be assessed in the next few days. However, he's unlikely to see full minutes anything soon.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs full session Chiesa (thigh) was a full partitcipant in practice Tuesday, Juventus announced.

Impact Chiesa sat out a pair of friendlies due to muscle fatigue, but the injury wasn't particularly worrisome and he's poised to make an appearance in an upcoming one versus Standard Liege.

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return soon Chiesa "will be available against Cremonese, unless he eats too much in the Christmas lunch," coach Massimiliano Allegri informs.

Impact Chiesa skipped two friendlies due to muscle fatigue, but he could be back for the final one versus Standard Liege next week, and there's not much concern ahead of the January 4's fixture versus Cremonese.

DECEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers minor injury Chiesa will miss Saturday's friendly versus Arsenal due to muscle fatigue, TuttoSport relays.

Impact Chiesa stopped in training twice Tuesday, first due to a knock on the ankle and then because of discomfort in his thigh. He appears to have avoided significant problems, but he'll be re-evaluated next week.

DECEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE