Fiorentina Team News Page 17 - Soccer

Zerbin nets twice and almost gets knocked out as Napoli beats Fiorentina to reach Super Cup final

Substitute Alessio Zerbin had a memorable nine minutes of playing time as he scored two late goals and almost knocked himself out on the post as Napoli beat Fiorentina 3-0 to reach...

JANUARY 18 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Inter, Napoli, Lazio and Fiorentina gear up for revamped Italian Super Cup in Saudi Arabia

Inter Milan, Napoli, Lazio and Fiorentina are ready to “take the money and run” in the words of one head coach as they travel to Saudi Arabia for a revamped Italian Super Cup that...

JANUARY 17 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

GOL SERIE A | Round 20 | Goal Collection | Serie A 2023/24

JANUARY 17 • YOUTUBE

Riccardo Sottil - Unused in Udinese game Sottil (thigh) didn't feature in Sunday's 2-2 draw with Udinese.

Impact Sottil ended up missing just one match but didn't get in on the action in this one. Nicolas Gonzalez might be back before the next Fiorentina game on January 28, reducing the room for all the other wingers. He has scored and assisted once in his last five appearances (two starts), notching six shots (one on target), three chances created, and eight crosses (two accurate).

JANUARY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Cristiano Biraghi - Registers most crosses in the game Biraghi recorded one shot (zero on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Udinese.

Impact Biraghi was a defensive stalwart in the game, showcasing consistency and leadership. Registering the most crosses, he also created a chance, contributing significantly in attack. Defensively, he was a standout performer, making six tackles, one interception, and one clearance. His overall presence and reliability have been crucial for the team, exemplifying his leadership.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Davide Faraoni - Assists off the bench against Udinese Faraoni assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Udinese.

Impact Faraoni, who came on as a halftime substitute for Michael Kayode, made an immediate impact in his Fiorentina debut. Just 10 minutes into the second half, he showcased his playmaking ability by providing a well-placed cross that led to Lucas Beltran's goal. Faraoni also demonstrated defensive contributions with two tackles and a blocked shot, highlighting an overall impressive performance in his first appearance for Fiorentina.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

M'bala Nzola - Scores off the bench against Udinese Nzola scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Udinese.

Impact Nzola, who came on as a substitute for Josip Brekalo in the 76th minute, made an instant impact by converting a crucial penalty in the 87th minute. Displaying lively movement, he showcased his scoring ability after a goal drought since early October when he found the net against Cagliari. Despite playing in every league game this season, this goal marked a significant contribution to his team.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Pietro Terracciano - Concedes twice against Udinese Terracciano registered four saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Udinese.

Impact Terracciano demonstrated his involvement in the game by making four saves and two clearances, showcasing resilience in challenging situations. Despite conceding twice in this match, his impressive December, with only one goal conceded in five games and four clean sheets, highlighted his earlier strong performances. However, his recent form in 2024 has seen him concede three goals in two games, presenting a challenge as he prepares to face Inter Milan in the next fixture.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

FIORENTINA-UDINESE 2-2 | HIGHLIGHTS | Late drama in Florence | Serie A 2023/24

JANUARY 14 • YOUTUBE

🔴 LIVE | Warm up | Fiorentina-Udinese | Serie A TIM 2023/24

JANUARY 14 • YOUTUBE

Riccardo Sottil - On bench for Udinese match Sottil is on the bench during Sunday's match against Udinese.

Impact Sottil returns earlier than expected from a thigh injury which kept him out of last week's match. The attacker has made just five starts in 12 appearances this season with a goal and an assist to his name.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Riccardo Sottil - Returning sooner than anticipated Sottil (thigh) "re-joined his teammates in training in the last two days and has recovered," coach Vincenzo Italiano announced.

Impact Sottil will miss just one match due to a thigh problem, and his availability might allow the gaffer to go back to their usual scheme after tweaking it last week due to a shortage of wingers. Josip Brekalo would likely start over a center-back if that were the case. He has scored and assisted once in his last five appearances, logging six shots (one on target), three chances created, and eight crosses (two accurate).

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Davide Faraoni - Joins Fiorentina Faraoni has moved from Verona to Fiorentina on a season-long loan with an option to buy, the clubs announced.

Impact Faraoni will back up Michael Kayode until Dodo (knee) returns from injury. He has had a subpar season so far, also because of a few minor physical problems. He has tallied one assist, eight chances created, and 19 crosses (four accurate) in 11 appearances (seven starts). Jackson Tchatchoua is currently Verona's lone option at right-back Filippo Terracciano left recently as well.

JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Fiorentina needs penalties to beat Bologna and reach Italian Cup semis for 3rd straight year

Last year’s runner-up Fiorentina has reached the semifinals of the Italian Cup and it again had to do it on penalties

JANUARY 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

SASSUOLO-FIORENTINA 1-0 | HIGHLIGHTS | Pinamonti sinks Fiorentina | Serie A 2023/24

JANUARY 6 • YOUTUBE

Giacomo Bonaventura - Shoots once in loss Bonaventura had one shot (one on goal), seven crosses (four accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Sassuolo.

Impact Bonaventura extended his streak of shooting at least once in every appearance but he hasn't scored or assisted since December 3rd. He will look to get back amongst the goals versus Udinese.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Lucas Martinez - Two-way impact in defeat Martinez Quarta generated one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Sassuolo. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...

Impact Martinez Quarta created a season-high two chances and won one of his two tackles as well as making two interceptions and three clearances. He will look to earn his first clean sheet since October 2nd against Udinese in his next match.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Milenkovic - Solid defensively vs Udinese Milenkovic recorded two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Sassuolo.

Impact Milenkovic chipped in with two tackles (none won) in addition to an interception and six clearances along with his attacking contributions. He has been consistent in his defensive performances and will continue to be vital at the back for Fiorentina.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Ikone - Minimal output in loss Ikone recorded two shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Sassuolo. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 96th minute.

Impact Ikone shot twice but missed the target with both as he continues to search for his first goal or assist of the season. He will attempt to get off the mark next time out against Udinese.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Pietro Terracciano - Bystander in loss Terracciano made no saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Sassuolo.

Impact Terracciano failed to make a save for the second time in his last five games although he had kept three consecutive clean sheets in that time. Up next is a match against Udinese.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

GOL COPPA ITALIA | Round of 16 | Goal Collection | Coppa Italia Frecciarossa 2023/24

JANUARY 5 • YOUTUBE

Riccardo Sottil - Diagnosed with moderate injury Sottil suffered a mild muscular distraction of his left flexor muscles and will be re-evaluated in the coming weeks, Fiorentina announced.

Impact Sottil avoided long-term problems but will skip multiple fixtures as suggested by the team's wording in their statement. Christian Kouame just left for AFCON and Nicolas Gonzalez is on the mend with a similar injury, so Jonathan Ikone and Josip Brekalo are currently the only pure wingers available. Gino Infantino, Giacomo Bonaventura, and Lucas Beltran could adapt to the role if need be.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Christian Kouame - Selected by Ivory Coast Kouame will partake in AFCON with the Ivory Coast, Sky Italy relayed.

Impact Kouame made the cut despite the competition and will be unavailable at least until the end of January. He has had a regular role as of late due to Nicolas Gonzalez's injury. Josip Brekalo is next in line since Riccardo Sottil got hurt in the last game.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Pietro Terracciano - Blanks Torino Terracciano had three saves and one punch and secured a clean sheet in Friday's 1-0 victory over Torino.

Impact Terracciano didn't need to do anything out of the ordinary to come away with another shutout victory. He has allowed just one goal in the last five rounds, making 13 saves and four clearances. Fiorentina will face Sassuolo away next Saturday.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Milenkovic - Wins seven duels in Torino game Milenkovic had one interception and four clerances and won one of one tackle and seven duels in Friday's 1-0 victory versus Torino.

Impact Milenkovic didn't fill it up in the key defensive stats but was instrumental in shutting down the opponents nevertheless. He has posted 10 tackles (six won), four interceptions, and 17 clearances in his last five appearances, with three clean sheets.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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