Genoa Team News Page 25 - Soccer

Johan Vasquez - Fares well versus Lazio Vasquez won six duels and two of two tackles and had three interceptions and six clearances in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Lazio.

Impact Vasquez unseated Davide Biraschi relative to the opener and proceeded to have a strong showing in the shut-out victory. He has posted three tackles, three interceptions, seven clearances, and two crosses (zero accurate) in two displays.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Radu Matei Dragusin - Piles up clearances in Lazio match Dragusin won four duels and recorded 15 clearances, two blocks, and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Lazio.

Impact Dragusin put up strong numbers as Genoa surprisingly managed to come away with a clean sheet in a difficult match-up after conceding four goals to Fiorentina last week. He has recorded 19 clearances, two blocks, one tackle, and one interception in two matches.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mattia Bani - Stout in Lazio game Bani had one tackle (zero won), 11 clearances, three clearances, and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Lazio.

Impact Bani led the defense in an impressive effort against a quality frontline and racked up stats in the process. Genoa have yet to sign somebody that could seriously threaten his playing time. He has posted two tackles, two interceptions, 14 clearances, and four blocks.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Milan Badelj - Busy defensively against Lazio Badelj had two tackles (zero won), four clearances and six interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Lazio.

Impact Badelj didn't contribute offensively but brought the hustle in the midfield and was key in stopping the opponents along with fellow veteran Kevin Strootman. He has logged two tackles, seven interceptions, and five clearances in two matches.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Strootman - Wins two tackles versus Lazio Strootman had five tackles (two won), three clearances, and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Lazio.

Impact Strootman made the XI after missing the opener due to a suspension and formed a stout belt in the midfield along with Milan Badelj, perfectly shielding the defense. The solution will likely be used again since it worked out well.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruslan Malinovskyi - Slient in Genoa debut Malinovskyi registered one shot (zero on goal), one clearance, and one successful duel in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Lazio.

Impact Malinowsky started right away after joining, and the coach tweaked his scheme to accommodate him, but he didn't have a productive showing and didn't look great from the conditioning standpoint. He's bound to improve on that front in the coming weeks. Genoa will face Torino away Sunday.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Albert Gudmundsson - Swings in five crosses against Lazio Gudmundsson created two scoring chances, had five successful-take-ons, and recorded five crosses (two accurate), and one corner in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Lazio.

Impact Gudmundsson was very slippery and paced his team in deliveries, but he wasn't involved in the goal despite serving as the main engine of the offense. He has logged four chances created, 11 crosses (five accurate), three corners, and one shot (zero on target) so far. Genoa will face Torino away Sunday.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Junior Messias - Sidelined for a while longer Messias (thigh) "will hopefully return after the break," coach Alberto Gilardino relayed.

Impact Messias has been out for a few weeks due to a strain and might need time to get back into shape after being cleared. Morten Frendrup got the start in the past game, but Kevin Strootman is back from suspension and they just added Ruslan Malinovskyi.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Josep Martínez - Concedes four versus Fiorentina Martinez made one save and conceded four goals during Saturday's 4-1 loss against Fiorentina.

Impact Martinez was at the wrong side of a first-half scoring onslaught, getting beaten three times in 40 minutes and then conceding another goal during the final frame. This was a nightmare Serie A debut for the goalkeeper, who wasn't at fault for any goal but couldn't make more saves to offset them a little bit from a fantasy perspective. He'll hope to bounce back during Aug. 27 visit to Lazio.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Morten Frendrup - Logs assist versus Fiorentina Frendrup provided an assist, made three tackles (two won) and two interceptions and drew three fouls during Saturday's 4-1 loss against Fiorentina.

Impact Frendrup had a decent performance, displaying a lot of tenacity in the middle of the park and even logging an assist, as he headed the ball back into the opposition's box after a partial clearance, allowing Davide Biraschi to appear in front of the goalkeeper and score a consolation goal for Genoa. Appearances on the scoresheet shouldn't be that common for the holding midfielder so his fantasy upside will probably rely on his ability to produce peripheral numbers on a regular basis.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Davide Biraschi - Scores in loss against Fiorentina Biraschi scored a goal off his lone shot and made three tackles (all won), three clearances and two interceptions during Saturday's 4-1 loss against Fiorentina.

Impact Biraschi had a mixed performance here, as he scored the only goal for Genoa, picking up the ball after a teammate headed the ball back into the box and then eluding a defender before beating the goalkeeper to give some hope to his team. However, he was also part of a defensive line that conceded four goals and struggled to stop opposing forwards. The center-back will have another tough challenge on Aug. 27 as his side visits Lazio.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Strootman - Clears disqualification Strootman will return in Sunday's away game against Lazio after a one-game suspension.

Impact Strootman will be an option in the midfield especially after Genoa looked extremely porous in the opener. He might unseat either Morten Frendup or Milan Badelj, while newcomer Morten Thorsby's playing time should be steady regardless.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stefano Sabelli - Option against Lazio Sabelli cleared a one-game disqualification in Saturday's 1-4 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Sabelli had to sit out one due to yellow-card accumulation. Genoa have signed just Aaron Martin on the flanks so far, so he'll compete with him and Silvan Hefti as he can feature on either wing.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 19, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Filippo Melegoni - Sustains thigh injury Melegoni has been diagnosed with a flexor strain in his thigh, Il Secolo XIX informs.

Impact Melegoni will be out for three-to-four weeks to recuperate. He's not projected to have a significant role since Genoa signed multiple new players in the midfield.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alessandro Vogliacco - Will sit multiple matches Vogliacco hasn't been called up for Saturday's game against Fiorentina due to a flexor strain, Il Secolo XIX reports.

Impact Vogliacco will have to sit one or two extra matches to heal from the muscular problem. Genoa will turn to Johan Vasquez, Koni De Winter, or Davide Biraschi in the back, while Radu Dragusin and Mattia Bani are the holdover starters from the past season.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruslan Malinovskyi - Heads back to Serie A Malinovskyi has officially joined Genoa on loan with an option to buy from Olympique Marseille.

Impact Malinovskyi returns to Italy, where he previously spent multiple campaigns at Atalanta, after just six months in France, where he posted one goal, one assist, 35 shots (seven on target), and 19 chances created in 20 appearances (13 starts). He'll be able to feature in a few spots in the midfield and upfront at his new home and should unseat Morten Frendrup and Mattia Aramu sooner rather than later. He won't be available for Saturday's game versus Fiorentina having joined too late.

AUGUST 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alessandro Vogliacco - Questionable for opener Vogliacco will face a late fitness test ahead of Saturday's match versus Fiorentina, coach Alberto Gilardino announced.

Impact Voglacco is expected to retain the starting job despite their offseason additions, but he's at risk for the opener due to an undisclosed injury, Johan Vasquez, Koni De Winter, and Davide Biraschi are the alternative options in the back.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ranieri's Cagliari looking to beat the odds of Serie A survival along with Frosinone and Genoa

Claudio Ranieri will have to continue working his managerial magic if newly-promoted Cagliari is to avoid going straight back down to Serie B

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Stefano Sabelli - Out versus Fiorentina Sabelli won't be available for the opener due to a suspension.

Impact Sabelli won't be an option due to infractions in his final matches in Serie B last season. Silvan Hefti and Aaron Martin will likely man the wings Saturday.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Strootman - Suspended for opener Strootman won't be available for the Fiorentina game due to disqualification.

Impact Strootman will have to sit out one game due to yellow-card accumulation. Mattia Aramu and Morten Frendrup are the likeliest candidates to take his place in the midfield.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Junior Messias - Will miss opener Messias "is recovering from a small injury, and we'll have him later on," coach Alberto Gilardino announced.

Impact Messias wasn't playing in the friendlies with Milan prior to the move and is poised to skip at least the opener while nursing a muscular problem. Genoa will lean on Mattia Aramu, Morten Frendrup, and Kevin Strootman until he's healthy.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Junior Messias - Joins Genoa Messias has transferred to Genoa on loan with a conditioned obligation to buy from Milan, the clubs informed.

Impact Messias would have been squeezed out of the rotation had he stayed since Milan signed Christian Pulisic and Samuel Chukwueze. He'll likely feature a few meters back on the pitch at Genoa as he used to do at Crotone but should remain heavily involved in the final third and should quickly become a regular starter. He logged six goals, two assists, 38 shots (13 on target), and 34 crosses (five accurate) in 34 appearances (21 starts) in 2022/2023.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Koni De Winter - Heads to Genoa De Winter has joined Genoa on loan with an option/conditioned obligation to buy from Juventus, the clubs announced.

Impact De Winter is coming off an okay season as a rotational piece at Genoa and will initially serve the same role at his new club, competing especially with Alessandro Vogliacco and Radu Dragusin. He posted 15 tackles, six interceptions, 63 clearances, and 12 blocks in 14 appearances before his season was cut short by an MCL tear.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marko Pajac - Recovering from ACL tear Pajac (knee) isn't participating in the pre-season friendlies as he's on the mend after rupturing his ACL in October, Ansa informs.

Impact Pajac needs more time to recover fully and is likely to miss the early matches since he's not back on the pitch yet. He's also expendable should Genoa sign more players at his position after Aaron Martin.

AUGUST 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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