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Andrea Cambiaso - Starting against Atalanta Cambiaso (undisclosed) will feature in the starting XI versus Atalanta on Tuesday.

Impact Cambiaso has assists in back-to-back games and will be making his 18th start of the season for the club. In addition, the midfielder has garnered 11 crosses (zero accurate) in those prior to tilts and will look to keep pushing the attack versus Atalanta.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Zinho Vanheusden - Ruled out for Atalanta match Vanheusden (thigh) was not included in Atalanta's squad list to face Atalanta Tuesday.

Impact Vanheusden picked up a thigh injury in the previous game and will miss this one. Further evaluations will better determine the timetable for his return. Either Davide Biraschi or Andrea Masiello will take his place in the back Tuesday.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Andrea Cambiaso - Called up for Atalanta match Cambiaso (undiclosed) has been named in Genoa's squad list to face Atalanta Tuesday.

Impact Cambiaso again avoided substantial problems and will be an option for this one, although it will be up to the coach to decide whether to start him or now since he has been a little banged up in the past week. Stefano Sabelli and Filippo Melegoni are candidates to fill in on the left flank.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Zinho Vanheusden - In doubt for Atalanta game Vanheusden picked up a thigh injury in the previous match, which is being evaluated by the medical staff, coach Andriy Shevchenko informed.

Impact Vanheusden subbed off at halftime versus Lazio, although it was not clear whether it was for a physical problem or for a technical decision. Even if he ends up being available, Davide Biraschi might get the start over him Tuesday.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Andrea Cambiaso - Questionable for Atalanta game Cambiaso will have to be assessed due to a new injury, coach Andriy Shevchenko informed.

Impact Cambiaso was in doubt for the previous match due to a knee issue, but he played the full 90 minutes with no apparent problems. Stefano Sabelli would probably get the nod if Cambiaso could not start or was ruled out altogether.

DECEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Filippo Melegoni - Scores versus Lazio Melegoni scored one goal on one shot on target in Friday's 3-1 loss versus Lazio.

Impact Melegoni came off the bench in the second half and found the back of the net with his only shot on target. The midfielder's playing time has been limited as of now as he has registered only two starts this season. He will push for more playing time after a positive offensive outing.

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Andrea Cambiaso - Logs assist in loss Cambiaso provided one assist, created one chance, delivered six crosses, won one tackle, made one interception and one clearance in Friday's 3-1 loss versus Lazio.

Impact Cambiaso had a positive offensive outing as he collected one assist late in the second half. The wingback has now registered two assists in his last two appearances, along with racking up two chances created, 11 crosses, three tackles won and three interceptions.

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Salvatore Sirigu - Concedes three in loss Sirigu conceded three goals and made two saves in Friday's 3-1 loss versus Lazio.

Impact Sirigu had a poor outing as he conceded three goals, which cost his side to lose the game. The keeper has now failed to keep a clean sheet in each of his last three appearances, but he has managed to rack up 15 saves while allowing eight goals in the same time span.

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Serie A leader Inter routs last-placed Salernitana 5-0

Serie A leader Inter Milan has routed last-place Salernitana 5-0

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Andrea Cambiaso - Starting agaisnt Lazio Cambiaso (knee) has been named in the XI to face Lazio Friday.

Impact Cambiaso picked up a small knock midweek but that will not keep him from starting. He is coming off his third assist, while he has logged 14 chances crated, 29 tackles, 46 crosses and 19 clearances in 18 matches.

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mohamed Fares - Still out Fares (calf) was not included in the squad list to face Lazio Friday and will not return versus Atalanta either, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Fares will remain sidelined because of a calf strain he originally suffered in late October. He is expected back after the winter break, but he is also a candidate to be called up for the African Cup of Nations, therefore his return is up in the air. Andrea Cambiaso, Paolo Ghiglione and Stefano Sabelli will continue manning the flanks.

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Felipe Caicedo - Remains sidelined Caicedo (thigh) was not named in the squad list to face Lazio Friday and will be back in January, Secolo XIX reports.

Impact Caicedo has been out since the start of November and will miss two more matches since he has yet to resume practicing. He should be back for the first game after the winter break. Genoa will lean on Mattia Destro, Goran Pandev, Caleb Ekuban and Flavio Bianchi against Lazio and Atalanta.

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Valon Behrami - Ruled out for Lazio game Behrami (undisclosed) did not make the squad list to face Lazio Friday.

Impact Behrami will miss at least one game with a late unspecified physical problem. Genoa will rely on their other options in the midfield, in particular Milan Badelj, Stefano Sturaro, Hernani and Manolo Portanova.

DECEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Andrea Cambiaso - Picks up small injury in Coppa Italia Cambiaso is slightly in doubt for Friday's game versus Lazio as he suffered a knee contusion in Coppa Italia midweek, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Cambiaso is not dealing with a major issue as the tests ruled out structural damages, but the short turnaround does not help him and his minutes could be capped even if available, as likely. With Mohamed Fares again on the shelf, Paolo Ghiglione and Stefano Sabelli are the only healthy options on the flanks.

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Francesco Cassata - Returns in cup match Cassata (knee) was called up for Tuesday's Coppa Italia game against Salernitana.

Impact Cassata has been on the shelf since late August due to knee surgery. He is currently not part of the season-long squad list, but it is possible to modify it if the club wants to. Genoa are very deep in the midfield, though.

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Paolo Ghiglione - Fares well against Genoa Ghiglione sent in ten crosses (two accurate), created two scoring chances, won three of five tackles and had two blocks in Friday's 1-3 loss to Genoa.

Impact Ghiglione had a highly productive display on both ends despite the loss for his side and led his team in crosses, recording a new season high. He has started in three games in a row while Mohamed Fares continues to miss time, outplaying his competitor Stefano Sabelli. He has tallied one assist, eight shots, 32 crosses and 14 tackles in 11 matches (five starts). Genoa will face Lazio away Friday.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Zinho Vanheusden - Saddled with own goal against Sampdoria Vanheusden had two blocks, two interceptions and five clearances, won ten duels and scored an own goal in Friday's 1-3 loss to Sampdoria.

Impact Vanheusdsen deflected an attempt from distance by Manolo Gabbiadini and it was ultimately ruled an own goal. He has alternated with Davide Biraschi in recent games. He has posted ten tackles, 13 interceptions and 25 clearances in eight appearances (five starts). Genoa will face Lazio away Friday.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mattia Destro - Scores in derby Destro (thigh) took two shots (one on target), drew two fouls, won three duels and scored a goal in 33 minutes in Friday's 1-3 loss to Sampdoria.

Impact Destro returned after significant time on the shelf and it did not take him long to hit the net with a crafty header, but Sampdoria had already pulled away in the score. He has been highly effective when healthy, as he has scored seven goals in nine appearances, adding 25 shots and four chances created. Genoa will face Lazio away Friday.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Andrea Cambiaso - Provides assist in Sampdoria match Cambiaso sent in five crosses (zero accurate), created one scoring chance, had two interceptions and picked up an assist in Friday's 1-3 loss to Sampdoria.

Impact Cambiaso set up a teammate for the first time since September by finding Mattia Destro with a long ball in the box. He had some troubles containing the opponents on the other end. He is now up to three assists, while he has posted 14 chances created, 46 crosses, 29 tackles and 19 clearances in 17 matches. Genoa will face Lazio away Friday.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Milan Badelj - Wins three duels in derby Badelj (illness) took one shot on target, had one interception and three clearances and won three duels in Friday's 1-3 loss to Sampdoria.

Impact Badelj returned after a one-game absence and had his usual gritty display in the midfield. He has recorded 11 chances created, 23 tackles, 35 interceptions and six crosses in 14 appearances. Genoa will face Lazio away Friday.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Domenico Criscito - Delivers eight crosses versus Sampdoria Criscito (thigh) won six duels, had three clearances, drew two fouls and sent in eight crosses (one accurate) in Friday's 1-3 loss to Sampdoria.

Impact Criscito did not look hampered despite an early return from a thigh injury and had good volume, but he was not precise on his deliveries and his side gave up three goals. He has logged five goals, 24 crosses, 27 tackles and 18 shots in 13 games. Genoa will face Lazio away Friday.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stefano Sturaro - Creates two chances against Sampdoria Sturaro (thigh) took two off-target shots, created two scoring chances, had two interceptions and won two of two tackles in Friday's 1-3 loss to Genoa.

Impact Sturaro quickly returned to the starting XI after missing one game and put together a well-rounded stat-line contributing to both phases. He figures to be a regular in the midfield going forward. He has posted five shots, 14 tackles, ten clearances and three chances created in 11 games. Genoa will face Lazio away Friday.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Salvatore Sirigu - Poor versus Sampdoria Sirigu had three saves, one clearance and one accurate keeper-sweeper and allowed three goals in Friday's 1-3 loss to Sampdoria.

Impact Sirigu had a rare blunder as he could not corral an easy shot at the beginning of the second half, and Francesco Caputo pounced to double his team's lead. He could do little on the other two goals. He has given up 34 goals, made 55 saves and kept two clean sheets in 17 matches. Genoa will face Lazio away Friday.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stefano Sturaro - Will play Friday Sturaro (thigh) was named to the starting XI versus Sampdoria on Friday.

Impact Sturaro missed just one match due to his thigh problem. It will be the 12th start of the year for the midfielder who has garnered eight crosses (one accurate), 12 tackles (six won) and nine clearances in his prior 11 outings. Given his lack of offensive upside, Sturaro figures to offer mid-range fantasy value at best.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Domenico Criscito - Starting against Samdoria Criscito (thigh) will feature in the starting XI for Friday's clash with Sampdoria.

Impact Criscito missed the club's previous four matches due to his thigh problem but returns to the starting XI. Despite featuring in defensive roles, Criscito has racked up five goals on 17 shots (five on target) this season and should continue to serve as an attacking option from the backline.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE