GABRIEL STREFEZZA NEWS

Ruled out for Genoa tilt Strefezza hasn't been called up for Sunday's game versus Genoa because he's headed to Como, coach Roberto D'Aversa informed.

Impact Stefezza won't be an option as he will finalize his transfer in the coming days. Pontus Almqvist, Remi Oudin, Nicola Sansone, and Santiago Pierotti are the remaining alternatives on the wings.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Unimaginative performance Strefezza registered one shot (zero on goal) and two corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Cagliari. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 67th minute.

Impact Strefezza did not have a notable performance in Saturday's draw and was, in turn, substituted in the 70th minute. The yellow card was his fourth of the campaign. He has just one shot on target in his last five matches. Strefezza will attempt to return to form during next Sunday's matchup versus Lazio.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Slow day Saturday Strefezza generated two shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Inter Milan.

Impact Strefezza was not all too active against Inter, only notching two shots, one cross and a chance created. The attacker has been a regular starter for much of this season, making ten starts on the season while registering 17 chances created and 39 crosses to go along with one goal on 26 shots this campaign.

DECEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in four crosses versus Bologna Strefezza won two of four tackles, drew four fouls, and had four crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Bologna.

Impact Strefezza returned to the XI after ceding the spot to Nicola Sansone but wasn't very productive besides a few deliveries. Pontus Almqvist should supplant the duo once close to full health. His season continues to be subpar relative to the previous one. He has tallied four shots (one on target), four key passes, and seven crosses (three accurate) in the last five matches.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Passable in Milan game Strefezza generated two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate), one chance created, and two corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw against AC Milan.

Impact Strefezza picked up a meager amount of stats in a few offensive categories and was subbed off before the Lecce goals. He'll probably start a couple more matches since Pontus Almqvist is hurt. He has registered 10 shots (two on target), three key passes, and 11 crosses (two accurate) in the last five rounds. Lecce will visit Verona on November 27.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tracks back well in draw Strefezza registered three shots (one on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Friday's 1-1 draw against Sassuolo.

Impact Strefezza had a shot on goal for the second game running but made a big defensive impact, racking up five tackles (four won) to go with three interceptions. The forward will look for his second goal of the season against Udinese next time out.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check by Napoli Strefezza had one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate), and one chance created in Saturday's 0-4 defeat to Napoli.

Impact Stefezza picked up a small amount of stats across the board on offense but didn't have a convincing display overall. He has scored once and added six shots (two on target), six chances rated, and 13 crosses (one accurate) in the last five fixtures. Lecce will host Sassuolo Friday.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers goal as substitute Strefezza scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Salernitana.

Impact Strefezza only appeared as a substitute in the 71st minute but still made his mark on the match by scoring a penalty in extra time. The Brazilian had started the two previous games but was sent to the bench for Sunday's matchup. He was their normal starter all of last season, making 35 appearances, and should continue in that spot with Lameck Banda joining him up front.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots versus Lazio Strefezza registered five shots (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate), three key passes, and three corners in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Lazio.

Impact Strefezza starred as a false-nine and only missed the end product, and some aim, in this one, as he contributed abundantly in all the offensive categories. Regardless of the position, he's poised to stay one of the top weapons for Lecce.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes to goal again Strefezza assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and five chances created in Sunday's 3-2 loss against Bologna.

Impact Strefezza will finish the 2022-23 Serie A with eight goals on 71 shots (20 on goal) and four assists on 48 chances created. The difference is night and day between Strefezza's latest and previous Serie A seasons, with eight times as many goals and twice as many assists.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts three shots Strefezza registered three shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Spezia.

Impact Unfortunately for Strefezza, his shooting woes continued Sunday. Across his three appearances logged during May so far, the winger has nine shots but only one of them on goal.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses PK and assists versus Lazio Strefezza missed a penalty kick and assisted once to go with four shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Friday's 2-2 draw against Lazio.

Impact Strefezza had a rollercoaster of a game as he sent his attempt from the spot wide in the early going, but he atoned later on by stripping an opponent deep and setting up Remi Oudin with a through ball early in the second half. He's now up to three assists in the season. He has dished two in his last five appearances, adding one goal, 13 shots (three on target), and 13 chances created. Lecce will host Spezia next Sunday.

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in loss Strefezza registered two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate), three chances created and one corner in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Verona.

Impact Strefezza created three chances Sunday, tied for his second most in a match this season. He also took two shots, whipped in four inaccurate crosses and took one corner in his full 90 minutes of action.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible for Verona game Strefezza served a one-game suspension in Wednesday's 1-2 loss to Juventus.

Impact Strefezza had to miss one after getting cautioned for the fifth time. He will replace either Lameck Banda or Youssef Maleh against Verona. He has scored and assisted once in his previous five tilts, adding ten shots (three on target) and 11 chances created.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Buries PK versus Udinese Strefezza scored one goal to go with three shots (one on target), two crosses (one accurate), and two chances created in Friday's 1-0 victory versus Udinese and will have to miss a...

Impact Strefezza was active as usual and decided the contest with a perfectly converted penalty kick in the second half, scoring his eighth goal in the season but the first since early February. On the other hand, he was also booked for the fifth time and will have to skip Wednesday's road game against Juventus. Lameck Banda or Remi Oudin will replace him on the flank, opening up a spot in the midfield in the second case.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist versus Sampdoria Strefezza made an assist, had three shots (one on target), created eight chances and sent in seven crosses (one accurate) during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Sampdoria.

Impact Strefezza returned to the starting XI after a rare appearance off the bench on the previous match and had one of his best performance of the season so far, creating a season-high eight chances, including a brilliant pass for Assan Ceesay to open the scoring for Lecce in the 31st minute. With seven goals and two assists over 28 league appearances, the attacker is enjoying the best campaign of his career, clearly exceeding preseason expectations and rewarding those who trusted him for fantasy production.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lacks touch versus Empoli Strefezza created one scoring chance and had three shots (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate), and three corners in Monday's 0-1 loss to Empoli.

Impact Strefezza was the point man for the offense as per usual but wasn't very precise in attempts and deliveries. He hasn't collected points in the past five matches, tallying 14 shots (one on target), six chances created, and 20 crosses (five accurate). Lecce will host Napoli Friday.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts three shots Strefezza recorded three shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Fiorentina.

Impact Strefezza finished March without any goals. Instead, he logged only one shot on goal across his five attempts. After playing three games before March 21, Lecce will be part of a league-wide respite that is expected to last until early April, when the team continues its schedule April 3 at Empoli.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Strefezza assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Atalanta.

Impact Despite being limited to 28 minutes as a substitute, Strefezza logged the assist of an Alexis Blin goal that ultimately decided Lecce's upset win at Atalanta. An impactful player no matter what situation he has been put in, Strefezza is expected to re-enter Lecce's starting XI as soon as Saturday, when the team hosts Sassuolo.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option versus Atalanta Strefezza (illness) will begin on the bench in Sunday's game against Atalanta.

Impact Strefezza won't start after a challenging week from the physical standpoint, although the coach was confident he would play, so he should sub in later on. Lameck Banda and Federico Di Francesco are getting the nod on the wings. He has scored seven times in 20 seasonal appearances.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Atalanta game Strefezza "dealt with muscle fatigue and the flu this week but, if he won't start, he'll come off the bench," coach Marco Baroni announced.

Impact Strefezza has been called up despite missing practice with the flu Friday, and the gaffer is highly optimistic he'll improve and play Sunday, but he might see less playing time than usual. Lameck Banda or Remi Oudin would replace him if he was initially spared. He has posted two goals, 12 shots (four on target), 11 chances created, and 29 crosses (five accurate) in the last five games.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Commits PK versus Roma Strefezza registered two off-target shots, three chances created, four crosses (one accurate), one tackle (won), one clearance and a yellow card in Saturday's 1-1 draw to Roma.

Impact Strefezza had a good offensive performance, leading his side in shots, crosses and chances created. But the forward commited a PK in the 17th minute, giving Roma the chance to equalize. He also received his third yellow card of the season in that play.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Finds target versus Cremonese Strefezza sent in four crosses (one accurate), took two shots (one on target), won six duels, and scored one goal in Saturday's 2-0 win over Cremonese.

Impact Strefrezza paced his team in crosses and sealed the deal in the second half with a well-taken lefty strike from outside the box as he was given too much room. He received some medical attention before subbing off, but he and the coach didn't mention any injury in their post-game remarks. He has scored twice and added 14 shots (six on target), nine chances created, and 31 crosses (six accurate) in the last five matches. Lecce will host Roma Saturday.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss Strefezza scored one goal on two shots (one on target), created three chances and had seven crosses (one accurate) in Friday's 2-1 loss versus Salerntina.

Impact Strefezza scored his team's only goal Friday, as he scored in the 23rd minute off an assist from Giuseppe Pezzella. He also created three chances in the match, his third straight match with multiple. Strefezza whipped in seven crosses as well for the third straight match, but only one was accurate. Despite his recent surge in creation, he still has yet to record an assist in 18 matches, but does have six goals which leads the team.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lacks touch in Verona loss Strefezza won two of two tackles and had seven crosses (one accurate), two chances created, and one corner in Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Verona.

Impact Stefezza was the main source of offense for his side as per usual, but he wasn't as effective as in other instances in a collective off-day. He has scored once and added 11 shots (five on target), seven key passes, and 25 crosses (seven accurate) in the last four fixtures. Lecce will host Salernitana Friday.

JANUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE