FILIPPO BANDINELLI NEWS

Silent versus Lazio Bandinelli won one of two tackles, sent in one inaccurate cross, and had one interception and one clearance in Round 38's 0-2 loss to Lazio.

Impact Bandinelli didn't stand out in the season finale. He ceded playing time down the stretch after a tactical change, but he resumed being a regular once Razvan Marin got hurt. He has appeared 35 times (28 starts), tallying two goals, 24 shots (seven on target), 55 tackles, and 91 crosses (27 accurate).

JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Completes ban Bandinelli cleared a one-game suspension in Sunday's 1-1d raw against Verona

Impact Bandinelli had to miss one due to yellow-card accumulation. He could replace Nicolas Haas in the midfield versus Lazio. He has tallied three shots (one on target), two key passes, five tackles (four won), and six interceptions in his last five appearances.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Verona game Bandinelli had one shot (zero on goal), four interceptions, and two crosses (zero accurate) and was booked for the tenth time in Monday's 4-1 win over Juventus.

Impact Bandinelli contributed a lot defensively but will have to miss his second match of the season due to yellow-card accumulation. Nicolas Haas or Liam Henderson will replace him in the midfield in the next game.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nine crosses in loss Bandinelli generated one shot (zero on goal), nine crosses (three accurate) and three chances created in Friday's 1-0 defeat versus Cremonese.

Impact Bandinelli was his team's most threatening player on the attack Friday. He was second on the team in crosses with a nine (three accurate) and led the team with three chances created. He also took one off-target shot, attempted two tackles and blocked one shot in his 78 minutes of action.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in four crosses against Lecce Bandinelli won five duels, had four successful take-ons, and recorded one shot (one on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Monday's 1-0 victory against Lecce.

Impact Bandinelly was pretty fizzy but had more success in the peripheral stats than in the key offensive ones. He has logged two shots (one on target), seven crosses (one accurate), ten tackles (seven won), and five clearances in his last five appearances.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Atalanta Bandinelli (ankle) "will bite the bullet and play against Atalanta," coach Paolo Zanetti informed.

Impact Bandinelli practiced on the side for a few days after a bruise, but he'll be in contention to start as usual Sunday. He has notched two off-target shots, three key passes, 12 crosses (four accurate), and ten tackles (eight won) in the last five appearances. Nicolas Haas or Liam Henderson would get the nod if he was used off the bench.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off versus Udinese Bandinelli left Saturday's 0-1 loss to Empoli at the 49th minute due to a foot/ankle problem, La Repubblica relays, after registering three crosses (one accurate) and drawing one f...

Impact Bandinelli had an uneventful performance before limping off and was pictured icing the area on the bench. He played through a microfracture in previous weeks, and that may be still affecting him. The coach fielded Jacopo Fazzini over other potential options like Liam Henderson and Nicolas Haas to replace him.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Monza Bandinelli completed a one-game ban in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Napoli.

Impact Bandinelli will likely return to the Xi along with Jean-Daniel Akpa Akpro in Saturday's away game versus Monza, with Liam Henderson and Nicolas Haas dropping back to the bench. He has logged five shots (one on target), six chances created, 14 crosses (six accurate), and 11 tackles (nine won) in the last five games.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Disqualified for Napoli clash Bandinelli won four of six tackles, had one interception, one clearance, and one block in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Fiorentina and will be suspended for yellow-card accumulation.

Impact Bandinelli had his usual gritty showing in the midfield, but he was booked for the fifth time in the season. Jean-Daniel Akpa Akpro is in the same situation, so two among Alberto Grassi, Nicolas Haas, and Liam Henderson will get the nod in the midfield Saturday.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts five crosses Bandinelli registered five crosses (zero accurate) and one interception in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Roma.

Impact Bandinelli was one of two Empoli footballers (the other being Razvan Marin) who logged at least five crosses Saturday. Both were completely inaccurate though and will try to be a lot more threatening options across their February schedule, which continues next Saturday against Spezia.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances versus Inter Bandinelli won four duels and recorded one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate), and three chances created in Monday's 1-0 win versus Inter Milan.

Impact Bandinelli is playing through a microfracture in his foot, but he has started and looked fine in the last two matches, and he put up numbers across the board on offense in this one. He has tallied two off-target shots, seven chances created, ten crosses (three accurate), and eight tackles (five won) in the last appearances. Empoli will host Torino Saturday.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in home win Bandinelli assisted one goal from four chances created, took one off-target shot, sent in five crosses (one accurate) and made three tackles (one won) in Monday's 1-0 win over Samp...

Impact Bandinelli assisted Tyronne Ebuehi's game-winner in the 55th minute to help his side secure three points at home. The midfielder also led his side in crosses and chances created during the game. That was his first assist in the season, to go with two goals.

JANUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet versus Cremonese Bandinelli won one tackle and three duels and had one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Friday's 2-0 win versus Cremonese.

Impact Bandinelli focused more on defending than attacking in this one. He has scored twice and added 13 shots (four on target), 16 chances created, and 46 crosses (15 accurate) in 15 appearances (13 starts). Empoli will visit Udinese on January 4.

NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Works hard versus Napoli Bandinelli won seven duels and one of three tackles and had one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 0-2 loss to Napoli.

Impact Bandinelli didn't have many opportunities to attack in this one, but he was very muscular in the passive phase in the midfield. He has registered three off-target shots, six chances created, 12 crosses (three accurate), and eight tackles (five won) in the last five matches.

NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in four crosses against Sassuolo Bandinelli drew three fouls and had one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate), and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Sassuolo.

Impact Bandinelli paced his team in crosses, but he couldn't find a teammate in any of them. He managed to contribute in both phases. He has tallied four shots (zero on target), five chances created, 13 crosses (three accurate), and five tackels (four won) in the last five games.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Confirmed in starting XI Bandinelli is fit and in the starting Xi for Saturday's match against Sassuolo.

Impact Bandinelli is good to go after subbing out of Empoli's previous match due to fatigue. The midfielder has played in all 12 Serie A matches for Empoli, starting ten times and scoring twice.

NOVEMBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to miss time Bandinelli subbed off in the past game due to cramps and fatigue, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Bandinelli didn't require tests after the match and is poised to be an option for Saturday's game versus Sassuolo. Nicolas Haas would an option if the coach decided to rotate the midfield and initially spare him.

NOVEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in second half Bandinelli was subbed off in the second half of Sunday's match with Atalanta due to a muscular injury.

Impact Bandinelli lasted 77 minutes before succumbing to the injury and being replaced by Jean-Daniel Akpa Akpro. The midfielder's extent of injury should be revealed in the buildup to next week's match against Sassuolo.

OCTOBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fairly active against Juventus Bandinelli drew three fouls and had one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate), and two chances created in Friday's 0-4 defeat against Juventus.

Impact Bandinelli was one of the most dynamic men for his side and contributed in multiple offensive categories, but it wasn't enough to break through and keep up with the opponents. He has scored twice and logged eight shots (four on target), eight chances created, and 11 crosses (seven accurate) in the last six games. Empoli will host Atalanta next Sunday.

OCTOBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Bologna Bandinelli scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), seven crosses (three accurate), and three chances created in Saturday's 1-0 win over Bologna.

Impact Bandinelli paced his team in multiple categories and decided the game with a sneaky finish on a ball that was lingering in the box. It's his second consecutive goal. He has logged seven shots (four on target), ten chances created, 31 crosses (11 accurate), and 15 tackles in seven games.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot versus Atalanta Bandinellii had one clearance, sent in one inaccurate cross, took one shot on target and committed one foul in Saturday's 1-0 win over Atalanta.

Impact Bandinelli did not have a great showing to put a bow on a season where he acquitted himself rather decently considering that he was making his Serie A debut. He has tallied two goals, three assists, 32 chances and 68 crosses (20 accurate) in 35 appearances (24s tarts).

MAY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lively versus Salernitana Bandinelli took three shots (one on target), created four scoring chances, sent in one accurate cross and won one tackle in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Salernitana.

Impact Bandinelli had his best offensive performance in a while, but he also left something on the table since he had multiple opportunities to do damage in the final third, but he did not exploit them. He has logged seven shots (two on target), eight chances, 11 crosses (five accurate) and seven tackles (two won) in the last five appearances. Empoli will face Atalanta away in the final round next week.

MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Inter Bandinelli completed his one-game suspension in Sunday's 1-3 loss to Inter.

Impact Bandinelly will likely be back in the Xi in Friday's road game against Inter, as he did in the six fixtures leading up to his ban for yellow-card accumulation. Valerio Verre is suspended, so he could replace him compared to last week, with Liam Henderson moving to a more offensive role. He has notched four shots (one on target), seven chances, 12 crosses (five accurate) and eight tackles (four won) in the last five appearances.

MAY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss next game Bandinelli took two shots (one on target), created two scoring chances, won two duels and was booked for the tenth time in Sunday's 3-2 win over Napoli.

Impact Bandinelli had a low-end line and will have to miss another match due to yellow-card accumulation. Liam Henderson or Marco Benassi will replace him in the midfield in next Sunday's home fixture versus Napoli.

APRIL 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable versus Milan Bandinelli sent in two crosses (one accurate), created one scoring chance, won five duels and had three successful take-ons in Saturday's 0-1 loss to Milan.

Impact Bandinelli was fairly energetic and created one of the best chances for his side, finding Sebastiano Luperto with an accurate cross after a corner kick, but Mike Maignan denied the opponent. He is a pretty consistent low-tier fantasy option. He has posted six shots, four chances, 14 crosses and four clearances in the last five appearances. Empoli will host Verona Sunday.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE