FRANCK RIBERY NEWS

Will miss Napoli game Ribery stated that he has cleared the COVID-19 protocol, but he will not play Sunday due to lack of conditioning, coach Stefano Colantuono announced.

Impact Ribery has been held out of practice for a couple of weeks because of the infection and the team wants to avoid muscular injuries given his age. Cedric Gondo and Federico Bonazzoli should be again the top offensive options against Napoli.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stays out for Lazio game Ribery was not named amongSalernitana's call-ups for Saturday's game against Lazio.

Impact Ribery will sit out the second game in a row as he is suspected to have contracted Coronavirus, like most of the team in the last two weeks. Grigoris Kastanos might play in a more offensive role and build on last week's goal sans Ribery.

JANUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Verona Ribery did not make the match-day squad list to face Verona Sunday.

Impact Ribery is most likely part of a large COVID-19 outbreak that forced to postpone the last two Salernitana matches. They are down to Cedric Gondo, Milan Djuric and Federico Bonazzoli as offensive options.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Salernitana will not play Venezia Thursday Salernitana will not face Venezia Thursday as they have been mandated to quarantine for a few days following more COVID-19 cases within the squad, the club announced.

Impact Salernitana have gone through the same situation against Udinese, and the situation has not improved despite the break. They are unlikely to face Verona Sunday as well.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Udinese match not happening Salernitana have not travelled to Udine due to an ongoing COVID outbreak, the club announced.

Impact Salernitana will not play today against Udinese as their players are isolating to avoid further infections. The League has yet to officially postpone the game, but it will not take place Tuesday.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Draws three fouls in Inter clash Ribery sent in one inaccurate cross, created two scoring chances, drew three fouls and won four duels in Friday's 0-5 loss to Inter.

Impact Ribery tried to get something going on offense, but again he did not get much help from his teammates. He is still scoreless in the season, while he has logged two assists, eight shots, 23 chances created and 30 crosses. Salernitana will visit Udinese Tuesday.

DECEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances in loss Ribery created four chances, delivered three crosses, won two tackles and committed two fouls in Saturday's 4-0 loss versus Fiorentina.

Impact Ribery was not able to find the back of the net Saturday but he still managed to rack up offensive stats due to his role on set pieces. The forward has now collected four shots, six chances created and 13 crosses in his last five appearances.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Engulfed by Milan Ribery created one scoring chance, won two duels and one tackle and was dispossessed twice in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Milan.

Impact Ribery managed to start after dealing with an illness over the last week, but he was a non-factor due to Milan's stingy defending. He has recorded two goals, eight shots, 17 chances created and 26 crosses in ten matches. Salernitana will face Fiorentina away next Saturday.

DECEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return against Milan Ribery (illness) was able to practice before the Milan game and is likely to start Saturday, Ottopagine reports.

Impact Ribery sat out the last two games due to an illness, but he has shaken it off and has good chances to reprise his usual role. He has posted eight shots, 16 chances created and 26 crosses in nine matches, providing two assists. He will probably replace Wajdi Kechrida if he does get the nod.

DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable versus Juventus Ribery (illness) will miss Tuesday's match against Juventus.

Impact Ribery was a late call due to an illness, but he has not recovered enough to be an option. Simy and Federico Bonazzoli are starting up front, while Wajdi Kechrida is returning to the XI as a right winger.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Juventus clash Ribery (illness) is questionable for Tuesday's match versus Juventus, coach Stefano Colantuono informed.

Impact Ribery is not fully over the illness that sidelined him for the previous game and returned only to limited practice Monday. He will be assessed on game-day to determine whether he could be an option.

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Cagliari game Ribery will miss Friday's match versus Cagliari due to gastroenteritis, Salernitana announced.

Impact Ribery came down with the illness late in the week and will try to shake it off for the midweek round. Either Joel Obi or Federico Bonazzoli will play as no.10 Friday.

NOVEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Assists, draws red card Ribery provided one assist and created three chances during Tuesday's 2-1 win over Venezia.

Impact Ribery provided an assist, and perhaps even more crucially drew a red card, going down under a challenge from Ethan Ampadu. The challenge didn't seem to be red card-worthy but the veteran guile from Ribery opened up the match all the same. Next up is a Sunday clash with Napoli.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in loss Ribery delivered four crosses (four accurate), created six chances and provided an assist in Saturday's 4-2 defeat to Empoli.

Impact Ribery set up Luca Ranieri's goal in the 48th minute for his first assist of the season. Having just returned from an ankle injury, he'll be hoping to stay healthy and get a run of games. Salernitana travel to Venezia on October 26 next.

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will be back versus Empoli Ribery (ankle) is good to go for Saturday's match against Empoli, coach Stefano Colantuono announced.

Impact Ribery will return as expected after sitting out one match because of a bruised ankle. The new manager did not specify whether he will continue to be used as a no.10 or as a pure striker. In any case, he is set to continue having a primary role. He has tallied six chances created and ten crosses in four appearances.

OCTOBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Spezia game Ribery (ankle) was not named in Salernitana's squad list to face Spezia Saturday, but his injury is not severe and he could be back next week, coach Leonardo Castori announced.

Impact Ribery picked up a moderate sprain earlier in the week, but he did not sustain ligament damage and might be able to heal in a few days. He will be replaced by either Grigoris Kastanos or Wajdi Kechrida depending on what tactic the coach chooses.

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gets hurt in practice Ribery suffer a right ankle sprain in training, Salernitana announced.

Impact Ribery will be undergo some tests in the next 48 hours, but there is some concern the problem will force him to miss some time. The coach could go back to his previous scheme if that was the case as they are dealing with multiple absences in the midfield.

OCTOBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in win Ribery took one shot off target, created one chance, won one tackle and drew three fouls in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Genoa.

Impact Ribery had a quiet offensive outing Saturday as he attempted one shot off target in 90 minutes. The forward has yet to appear on the scoresheet in four appearances this season, but he has managed to rack up one shot, six chances created and 10 crosses in the same time span.

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Draws three fouls against Genoa Ribery created three scoring chances, took one off-target shot, won one tackle and drew three fouls in Saturday's 1-0 win over Genoa.

Impact Ribery returned to the starting XI as expected after missing one game and contributed to the first win of the season for his side, even though he did not put up eye-catching numbers. He has posted one shot, six chances crated and ten crosses in four games. Salernitana will face Spezia away after the break.

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will play versus Genoa Ribery (fatigue) has recovered and will get some minutes against Genoa Saturday, coach Leonardo Castori announced.

Impact Ribery missed the previous game due to fatigue but, as anticipated, he is back for this one after a few days of rest. He has strong chances of getting the nod. He has created five chances and sent in ten crosses in three appearances. He could replace Grigoris Kastanos compared to their most recent lineup.

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Sassuolo match Ribery will be unavailable Saturday against Sassuolo due to fatigue, but he will be back for the following game with Genoa, coach Fabrizio Castori announced.

Impact Ribery was a long-shot to start in three consecutive matches within a week, but he will be altogether unavailable for this one. Joel Obi will likely replace him in a pretty dynamic role.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates five chances Ribery registered seven crosses (two accurate), two corners and five chances created in a 2-2- draw against Verona on Wednesday.

Impact Ribery split the corners with Wajdi Kechrida but still managed to lead the team in chances created. WIth the forward increasing his minutes over the previous three weeks, he should continue to take on a bigger role on freekicks and should provide top-half fantasy value heading into a clash with Sassuolo on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three duels versus Atalanta Ribery sent in two inaccurate crosses, won one tackle and three duels and drew one foul in 45 minutes in Saturday's 0-1 loss to Salernitana.

Impact Ribery handled the ball a lot for Salernitana in the middle of the pitch, but that did not translate to a major statistical output. He was replaced at halftime as he does not have many more minutes in his legs yet. Salernitana will host Verona Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Subs on in debut Ribery logged 24 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 4-0 loss to Torino.

Impact Ribery will likely work his way into the starting lineup after making his debut for Salernitana but his first match wasn't an ideal start. Still, it will be interesting to see how fit he'll be by Saturday's match against Atalanta.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against Napoli Ribery took two shots (one on goal) and created a chance in Sunday's 2-0 loss against Napoli.

Impact Ribery turned back the clock in some instances of the match as he dribbled through some of Napoli's players and created some havoc, although he was not able to score. He drew three fouls, but also committed three fouls and earned his sixth yellow card of the season. Fiorentina will visit Crotone in Saturday's season finale.

MAY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE