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Completes comeback versus Lazio Di Francesco won one duel and scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in 13 minutes in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Lazio.

Impact Di Francesco didn't play a lot but was in the right place at the right time to punch in a cross by Antonino Gallo to help his team claim the three points. He opened the season behind Pontus Almqvist, who also scored, and Lameck Banda but capitalized on his minutes.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for season finale Di Francesco missed the final round due to an illness.

Impact Di Francesco made the initial squad list but fell ill overnight. He had an okay campaign considering that Lecce didn't stand out for their offensive production and he often split time with Lameck Banda. He logged two goals, two assists, 39 shots (16 on target), and 25 chances created in 36 matches (23 starts).

JUNE 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in loss Di Francesco had four shots (zero on goal) and four crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Verona.

Impact Di Francesco recorded four shots (all off target) Sunday, tied for his most in a match this season. He also whipped in four inaccurate crosses and drew one foul in his 72 minutes of action

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in three crosses against Udinese Di Francesco drew two fouls and had one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate), and one corner in Friday's 1-0 victory over Udinese.

Impact Di Francesco was decently fizzy, but he missed a sitter from inside the six-yard box early in the second half. He atoned a few minutes later by getting fouled in the box after a sudden sprint and a nifty move. He has scored once in the past four matches, adding eight shots (four on target), four key passes, and eight crosses (two accurate). Lecce will visit Juventus Wednesday.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots versus Sampdoria Di Francesco had four shots (two on target), sent in two crosses (one accurate), suffered four fouls and was shown a yellow card during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Sampdoria.

Impact Di Francesco couldn't score as he did on the previous match but was still involved in some dangerous actions and could even have left the pitch as the hero for Lecce if his late winner wasn't disallowed due to a very tight offside. After struggling for some stretches, the winger has played very well as of late and it will be difficult seeing him away from the lineup during the last stretch of the season.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Napoli Di Francesco scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), one cross (zero accurate), and three chances created in Friday's 1-2 defeat to Napoli.

Impact Di Francesco was the quickest to react on a ball that lingered in the box following a set piece and a pair of ricochets and slotted it home for his first goal since mid-November and the second in the season. He also led his team in key passes. He has registered seven shots (two on target), six chances created, and six crosses (one accurate) in the last five tilts.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible for Inter match Di Francesco served a one-game ban for yellow-card accumulation in Saturday's 0-1 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Di Francesco will be back in the fold for Saturday's game and could start over Lameck Banda. He has recorded eight shots (five on target), three chances created, and ten crosses (one accurate) in the last five appearances, with no goals or assists.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Sassuolo game Di Francesco sent in two inaccurate crosses, won two of three tackles, created one scoring chance, and had two clearances in Sunday's 2-1 win over Lecce and will skip one game due...

Impact Di Francesco had a workmanlike showing and won't be an option in Saturday's home fixture against Lecce as he was booked for the fifth time. Gabriel Strefezza will return to the XI, and either Lameck Banda or Remi Oudin will complete the trident.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots against Verona Di Francesco drew two fouls and registered three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and two corners in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Verona.

Impact Di Francesco mustered a decent stat-line despite the losing effort, pacing his team in shots, and had the best chance of the game, but Lorenzo Montipo denied him. He has notched one assist, nine shots (three on target), five chances created, and nine crosses (two accurate) in the last four matches.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers an assist in win Di Francesco assisted once to go with two shots (two on goal) and one corner in Wednesday's 2-1 victory over Lazio. He also created three scoring chances.

Impact Di Francesco set up the game-winning goal for Lecce, as he found himself at the end of a cross into the far post and delivered the ball back into the middle so Lorenzo Colombo can drill a shot into the back of the net. This was Di Francesco's one goal and two assists across 16 outings this season, and two of his three goals contributions have come over his last three appearances.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Scores against Atalanta Di Francesco scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), one cross (zero accurate), and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory versus Atalanta.

Impact Di Francesco doubled his team's lead in the first half with a precise strike from inside the box for his first goal of the season. The coach talked him up after the match, so he could get some run over Lameck Banda and Remi Oudin going forward. He hadn't started since mid-September. He has logged four shots (two on target), three chances created, and four crosses (zero accurate) in the last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

One interception against Cremonese Di Francesco made one interception in a 1-1 draw against Cremonese on Sunday.

Impact Francesco had little impact on the match. The 28-year-old came as a substitute in the 84th minute and his most notable contribution was making a solitary interception.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays little in Cremonese fixture Di Francesco (thigh) had one inaccurate cross and one interception and drew one foul in six minutes in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Cremonese.

Impact Di Francesco was good to go following a thigh ailment, but Gabriel Strefezza and Lameck Banda played for almost the entire game, and they have been more effective than him on the flanks. He has logged one assist, three shots (one on target), six chances created, and six inaccurate crosses in eight appearances (six starts).

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Recovers from small injury Di Francesco (thigh) went back into full training Tuesday, Lecce announced.

Impact Di Francesco practiced on the side for a week after suffering a small thigh problem, but the break helped him not miss time. He could get the start versus Cremonese if Lameck Banda (knee) isn't 100 percent. He has tallied one assist, three shots (one on target), six chances created, and five inaccurate crosses in seven appearances.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing thigh problem Di Francesco has been diagnosed with a pectineus muscle pull in the left thigh, Lecce announced.

Impact Di Francesco will practice on the side for a few days to try shaking off the ailment, but it's not a given he will be able to recover in time for October 2's game versus Cremonese.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate against Inter Di Francesco created two scoring chances, sent in two inaccurate crosses, took one off-target shot and picked up an assist in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Inter.

Impact Di Francesco didn't have a superb display but he teed up Assan Ceesay with a timely through ball early in the second half. If Lecce don't sign any other winger, he's going to have more opportunities to start than last season, when he posted five shots, 26 shots (eight on target) and 14 chances in 26 appearances with Empoli (17 starts). Lecce will face Sassuolo away Saturday.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Lecce Di Francesco has transferred to Lecce on a permanent deal from SPAL, the teams announced.

Impact Di Francesco wasn't bought out by Empoli despite a decent loan spell but returns to Serie A in a different team. He should quickly supplant last year's regulars Francesco Di Mariano and Marcin Listkowski on the wings, but he often dealt with injuries in recent campaigns. He posted five goals, 26 shots (eight on target), 14 chances and 38 crosses (three accurate) in 26 appearances (17 starts) in 2021/2022.

JULY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench versus Atalanta Di Francesco (ankle) had one interception and won one duel in 22 minutes in Saturday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Di Francesco managed to play through an ankle problem, but he did not make an impact on offense. He closes his loan spell with five goals, 26 shots (eight on target), 14 chances and 38 crosses (three accurate) in 26 appearances (17 starts).

MAY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for finale Di Francesco (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's finale against Atalanta.

Impact Di Francesco could get some minutes in the finale, as he's often made the pitch whenever available this season. He has slightly better numbers than a season ago at SPAL, producing five goals from 26 shots in his 25 league appearances (17 starts) with Empoli.

MAY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Atalanta game Di Francesco (ankle) has remained limited in practice in the lead-up to Saturday's match versus Atalanta, Sky Italy informs.

Impact Di Francesco was unavailable for a midweek friendly and is at risk of sitting out the second game in a row due to an ankle sprain. Valerio Verre got the start in his role in the previous match. Nedim Bajrami and Liam Henderson are also options.

MAY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Salernitana game Di Francesco (ankle) was scratched for Saturday's 1-1 draw against Salernitana.

Impact Di Francesco did not make the game-day squad list due to an ankle sprain and will look to recover ahead of the final game of the season against Atalanta.

MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Salernitana match Di Francesco is a long-shot to feature in Saturday's game against Salernitana after spraining his ankle in his cameo against Inter, La Nazione reports.

Impact Di Francesco has been limited in practice throughout the week and might be scratched altogether for this one. Liam Henderson, Valerio Verre and Patrick Cutrone are in the running for a couple of spots next to the regulars.

MAY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off the bench in Napoli game Di Francesco (illness) sent in one inaccurate cross, committed one foul and was dispossessed once in 24 minutes in Sunday's 3-2 win over Napoli.

Impact Di Francesco returned as expected after missing one game with the flu, but he did not make the XI and did not contribute much after coming on. He will compete for the starting job with Patrick Cutrone and Valerio Verre going forward. He has posted one goal, two shots (one on target) and five crosses (zero accurate) in the last five appearances. Empoli will host Torino next Sunday.

APRIL 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will be back versus Napoli Di Francesco (illness) was a full-go in practice Thursday, La Nazione reports.

Impact Di Francesco was forced to sit out the previous game due to the flu, but he quickly shake it off afterward. He will be in contention with Andrea La Mantia, Liam Henderson and Valerio Verre in Sunday's home game versus Empoli. He has logged one goal, two shots (one on target) and five crosses (zero accurate) in the last four appearances.

APRIL 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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