FRANCESCO ACERBI NEWS

Posts four interceptions against Salernitana Acerbi had three shots (zero on goal), four interceptions, and two clearances, and won two duels in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Salernitana.

Impact Acerbi was solid as usual, but Inter conceded again on the road. He has recorded ten crosses (one accurate), eight tackles (all won), 11 interceptions, and 14 clearances in the past five fixtures, with one clean sheet.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Holds clean sheet in big UCL draw Acerbi registered two tackles (two won), five clearances and one interception in Tuesday's 0-0 draw versus FC Porto. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 89th minute.

Impact Acerbi and the Inter back line held their second clean sheet in last three matches and fifth in last eight as Inter have seriously turned up the heat defensively of late. The defender has also racked up seven tackles, seven interceptions, three blocks and 10 clearances over his past three matches alone.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles versus Spezia Acerbi had three interceptions and four crosses (zero accurate) and won three of three tackels and 11 duels in Friday's 1-2 defeat to Spezia.

Impact Acerbi put up decent numbers on both ends but often struggled to contain M'Bala Nzola, and the opponent staved him off on a counter before setting up Daniel Maldini for the opening goal. He has posted five tackles (four won), nine interceptions, ten clearances, and three blocks in the last five matches, with two clean sheets.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot in shutout win Acerbi had one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 1-0 win versus FC Porto.

Impact Acerbi and Inter back line have been on a stellar run of three clean sheets in last four matches and five in last nine. The center-back also remains heavily involved up front after mounting five shots, eight chances created and three crosses over his past five matches but hasn't scored or assisted since October.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Very solid against Milan Acerbi had two tackles (zero won), four clearances, and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus AC Milan.

Impact Acerbi turned in another solid shift in the back while helping contain a wheezing offense. He has logged eight tackles (four won), six interceptions, and 19 clearances in the last five appearances, contributing to three clean sheets.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances versus Cremonese Acerbi won one tackle and six duels and had two shots (zero on goal) and four chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Cremonese.

Impact Acerbi was surprisingly busy on offense, on top of diligent as usual in the back. He has had a clear upper hand over Stefan De Vrij to open the year, not playing in just one of the last five matches. He has posted six tackles (four won), four interceptions, 15 clearances, and one block in the last four appearances, with two clean sheets.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inter beats Parma 2-1 in Italian Cup with extra-time goal

Francesco Acerbi scored with a long, looping header in extra time and defending champion Inter Milan beat second-division Parma 2-1 to reach the Italian Cup quarterfinals

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Logs helper in relief Acerbi tallied an assist on one chance created and added one tackle won and two clearances during Saturday's 3-0 victory over Sampdoria.

Impact Acerbi replaced Alessandro Bastoni during the 68th minute and provided an assist on his team's final goal of the match just five minutes later. He's often a regular within the starting XI but was presumably being rested for the beginning of Saturday's contest. Accordingly, it wouldn't be surprising to see him back in the lineup and playing the full 90 next time out.

OCTOBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs seven clearances in Sassuolo match Acerbi had three tackles (zero won), seven clearances, and one interception in Saturday's 2-1 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Acerbi relieved Stefan De Vrij in this one and contributed to holding the opponents to one goal with his physicality. He has started in four of the last five matches, logging seven tackles, two interceptions, 18 clearances and two blocks in five games, with two clean sheets.

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fares well in Inter debut Acerbi won six duels and one tackle, drew two fouls, and had five clearances in Tuesday's 2-0 victory against FC Viktoria Plzen.

Impact Acerbi relieved Stefan De Vrij in this one and picked up a solid amount of stats in a relatively easy game. He was introduced slowly but should notch some starts here and there during an extra-busy month of October.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Inter signs Acerbi; AC Milan adds youngsters on deadline day

Inter Milan added veteran center back Francesco Acerbi and AC Milan acquired two more promising young players in 19-year-old Belgian midfielder Aster Vranckx and 21-year-old Americ...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Set to miss Bologna game Acerbi hasn't practiced with the rest of the team in the last few days, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Acerbi has asked out and has been de facto frozen out, so he will most likely stay away from the team until a transfer materializes. Lazio signed Alessio Romagnoli, Nicolo Casale and Mario Gila in the back.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not traveling for pre-season Acerbi (pending transfer) did not travel with Lazio to their pre-season camp in Germany, according to Sky Sports Italy.

Impact Acerbi has been a nailed-on starter with Lazio since joining from Sassuolo in 2018 but it appears his time with the club is coming to an end. The defender isn't traveling to Germany for pre-season as he prepares for a transfer away from Lazio. Acerbi made 30 appearances (29 starts) for 2,530 minutes played in 2021/22 meaning his replacement, likely Alessio Romagnoli, will be in line for big minutes immediately.

JULY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles against Verona Acerbi took one shot on target, drew one foul, won two of four tackles and had one clearance in last Saturday's 3-3 draw with Verona.

Impact Acerbi did not have a particularly remarkable showing especially because his side gave up three goals. He has tallied four goals, 30 tackles, 42 interceptions and 102 clearances in 36 appearances in 2021/2022, contributing to nine clean sheets.

MAY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Spezia Acerbi took two shots (both on target), won eight duels, had two clearances and scored a goal in Saturday's 4-3 win over Spezia.

Impact Acerbi decided the game late with a rather improbable header on a confusing action following a set piece. It is his fourth goal of the campaign. He has recorded five tackles (one won), three interceptions, 22 clearances and seven blocks in the last five games. Lazio will host Sampdoria Saturday.

MAY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

AC Milan reclaims Serie A lead from city rival Inter

Sandro Tonali scored in stoppage time as AC Milan came back from a goal down for a 2-1 win at Lazio that restored the Rossoneri’s position atop the Italian league table

APRIL 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wins nine duels against Torino Acerbi had two blocks, two interceptions and two clearances and won nine duels in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Torino.

Impact Acerbi put together a complete line in the back, but his side was unable to keep the clean sheet in this one. It has happened just once in the past five matches, where he has recorded two tackles, five interceptions, 20 clearances and five blocks. Lazio will host Milan next Sunday.

APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Balotelli left off Italy's squad for World Cup playoffs

Mario Balotelli has been left off Italy’s squad for the World Cup playoffs

MARCH 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bench option in Europa League Acerbi (thigh) was an unused sub in Thursday's 2-2 draw with Porto.

Impact Acerbi was available midweek for the first time in six weeks following a major thigh strain. The coach elected not to field him right away, keeping Patric in the lineup. It remains to be seen whether he will be back in the XI Sunday against Napoli or if he will be given more time to work on his conditioning. He has tallied three goals, 18 tackles, 31 interceptions and 75 clearances in 24 matches, with six clean sheets.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready to return Acerbi (thigh) will remain on the mend for Sunday's match against Udinese, Corriere dello Sport reports.

Impact Acerbi will skip the seventh game in a row due to a thigh strain despite the optimistic reports before the previous game. Patric has mostly replaced him in the back so far, with decent results.

FEBRUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Acerbi (thigh) is close to full health but has remained limited in practice in the last few days, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Acerbi will miss his fifth straight game Saturday, but he has a shot to be back for the midweek Europa League playoff. Patric has mostly replaced him in recent matches, but also Stefan Radu is an option.

FEBRUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined for a month Acerbi has been diagnosed with a medium-grade thigh strain and will be out for about a month, Libero reports.

Impact Acerbi will miss the next two games versus Salernitana and Atalanta and will look to return against either Fiorentina or Bologna in February. Stefan Radu or Patric will replace him in the back in the upcoming fixtures.

JANUARY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss multiple matches Acerbi suffered a thigh strain in the Empoli game, although its severity has yet to be determined, coach Maurizio Sarri announced.

Impact Acerbi is poised to miss at least three weeks, and potentially more as there is fear of a high-degree strain. The coach named Patric, Stefan Radu and Lucas Leiva as the candidates to replace him in the back.

JANUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves in first half Acerbi was forced off in the first half of Thursday's match with Empoli through injury.

Impact Acerbi was forced off in the 25th minute after succumbing to an undisclosed injury. More information should be known about the defender's status ahead of Sunday's match at Inter.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will start against Empoli Acerbi (thigh) has been named in the starting XI to face Empoli Thursday.

Impact Acerbi will manage to stay in the starting XI despite nursing a thigh strain during the break and only recently returning to practice. He has tallied 13 tackles, 22 interceptions, 52 clearances and 19 blocks in 17 matches so far, with two clean sheets.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE