Impact Ghiglione was omitted last week as he was considered likely to leave in short order. That has not happened yet, and Stefano Sabelli is out, therefore the coach called him up to have more options on the flanks.
AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
GENOA 2-5-6 · 16TH IN SERIE A
2-5-6 · 16TH IN SERIE A
Next Match vs Udinese (A) · Sun 11:30AM
GEN +314 TOTAL 2.5
Paolo Ghiglione - Reinstated for Napoli clash Ghiglione has been named in Genoa's squad list to face Napoli Sunday.
Mattia Destro - Remains out Destro was omitted from Genoa's call-ups to face Napoli Sunday.
Impact Destro is no longer in the team's plan despite being their top scorer last season, even though they have yet to bring a new striker. Chances are he will be on another team ahead of the next round. Yayah Kallon, Goran Pandev and Caleb Ekuban are the top offensive choices for Sunday.
AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Stefano Sabelli - Ruled out for Napoli game Sabelli (undiclosed) did not make Genoa's squad list to face Napoli Sunday.
Impact Sabelli was expected to start but picked up a last-minute problem. Stefano Sturaro could get the nod again on the right wing, while also Paolo Ghiglione is available, differently from last week.
AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Francesco Cassata - Underwent surgery Cassata got his knee scooped up in Barcelona as he announced on Instagram.
Impact Cassata routinely dealt with physical problems in the last couple of seasons and was held out of the opener. He will likely be forced to miss some time after the break, but Genoa are rather deep in the midfield.
AUGUST 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Çalhanoğlu scores his first goal for Inter ' Inter 4-0 Genoa ' Serie A 2021/22
AUGUST 25, 2021 • YOUTUBE
Valon Behrami - Available against Napoli Behrami is eligible to face Napoli next Sunday after serving his one-game suspension in the opener.
Impact Behrami is likely poised to maintain the same part-time role he had in the past game, where he logged 21 tackles, nine clearances and nine interceptions in 26 appearances (eight starts). He will compete primarily with Hernani, Nicolo Rovella and Stefano Sturaro.
AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Zinho Vanheusden - Logs six clearances versus Inter Vanheusden had six clearances, three interceptions and one block and won three duels in Saturday's 0-4 loss to Inter.
Impact Venheusden had his hands full in his Genoa debut and, while he had a solid game, he could not prevent the opposing strikers from overwhelming the back-line. It looks like he is going to have a major role since last season's starter Ivan Radovanovic is likely to leave. Genoa will host Napoli next Sunday.
AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Milan Badelj - Fills stat-sheet against Inter Badelj created two scoring chances, had three interceptions, won two of four tackles and six duels in Saturday's 0-4 loss to Inter.
Impact Badelj picked up stats at both ends of the pitch, but it was not enough to keep things afloat for his team. He is set to continue being the anchor of the midfield like in the previous campaign. Genoa will host Napoli next Sunday.
AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Yayah Kallon - Paces team in shots against Inter Kallon won two of two tackles, had three successful take-ons, won six duels and took three shots (one on target) in Saturday's 0-4 loss to Inter.
Impact Kallon drew the start over Caleb Ekuban and Aleksander Buksa and had a decent performance as he was the only threatening man for his side. However, he could find the target from good position on a pair of occasions. Genoa will host Napoli next Sunday.
AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Nicolo Rovella - Delivers four crosses against Inter Rovella took two off-target shots, sent in four crosses (zero accurate), created one scoring chance and drew three fouls in Saturday's 0-4 loss to Inter.
Impact Rovella was Genoa's most involved midfielder in the final third, but he lacked precision in his attempts and deliveries. He provided two assists in 20 matches last season and appears to be in line for a more consistent role this season. Genoa will host Napoli next Sunday.
AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Salvatore Sirigu - Pummeled by Inter Sirigu had four saves and one clearance and gave up four goals in Saturday's 0-4 loss to Inter.
Impact Sirigu had a rough day at the office due to the weakness of his defense and prevented thighs from getting even more out of hand with some good saves. Genoa have another challenging opponent on the docket as they will host Napoli Sunday.
AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Goran Pandev - Draws six fouls against Inter Pandev took one off-target shot, created three scoring chances, drew six fouls and won seven duels in Saturday's 0-4 loss to Inter.
Impact Pandev paced his team his chances as he tried to get things going offensively and also had a very physical game. He tallied seven goals and three assists in 29 appearances in the past campaign. Genoa have another tough game coming up Sunday against Napoli at home.
AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Çalhanoğlu stars as Inter routs Genoa 4-0 in Serie A opener
New Inter Milan signing Hakan Çalhanoğlu scored one goal and set up another as the Nerazzurri got their Serie A title defense off to a winning start with a 4-0 win at home to GenoaAUGUST 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Lennart Czyborra - Set to leave the club Czyborra was not named in the squad list to face Inter Saturday because he will soon transfer to Arminia Bielefeld, Tuttomercatoweb reports.
Impact Czyborra was a regular in the past campaign and Genoa have not signed a new left-back yet. The role will be occupied either by youngster Andrea Cambiaso or by Domenico Criscito in the opener.
AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Mattia Destro - Excluded for transfer market reasons Destro is unavailable for the Inter game because he is on the verge of leaving the club, Sky Italy reports.
Impact Destro led Genoa in scoring in the past season, but the club is going in another direction. They have added only Caleb Ekuban and Alexander Buksa so far, but they will probably sign more forwards before deadline day. Goran Pandev and Yayah Kallon are also in the mix to start in the opener.
AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
MATCHDAY: Man City chases its first EPL points of the season
Manchester City will look for its first points of the new Premier League season in a home match against promoted NorwichAUGUST 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Paolo Ghiglione - Unavailable versus Inter Ghiglione (undiclosed) will miss Saturday's game against Inter, Genoa informed.
Impact Ghiglione is likely missing for transfer market-related reasons as his future at the club is uncertain. Stefano Sabelli is set to see the lion's share of minutes on the right wing this season.
AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ivan Radovanovic - Will miss opener Radovanovic (undisclosed) is not part of the squad list to face Inter Saturday.
Impact Radovanovic might no longer be in the coach's plans as Genoa added few defenders and are eyeing further signings in the back. Davide Biraschi, Zinho Vanheusden and Domenico Criscito will likely start in the back Saturday.
AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Johan Vasquez - Unavailable against Inter Vasquez has not been called up for Saturday's game versus Inter as he is finalizing the paperwork for his transfer, Genoa informed.
Impact Vasquez will have to wait for a few days to make his Serie A debut. Three among Zinho Vanheusden, Davide Biraschi, Domenico Criscito and Andrea Masiello will play in he back in the opener.
AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Mattia Destro - Ruled out for opener Destro (undiclosed) was not called up by Genoa for Saturday's game against Inter.
Impact Destro is missing for unknown reasons. Caleb Ekuban, Goran Pandev, Andrea Favilli and youngsters Yayah Kallon and Aleksander Buksa will be Genoa's offensive options for the opener.
AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Juventus, Inter, Milan lead Serie A contenders
The Italian soccer season begins Saturday with Juventus the favorite to regain its title while defending champion Inter Milan faces financial difficultiesAUGUST 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Johan Vasquez - Joins Genoa Vasquez joined Genoa on Monday.
Impact Vasquez had announced his departure from Mexican club Pumas last week with this transfer already agreed on, though not announced publicly. As a defender with a high intercept rate, Vasquez should have steady production to offer if he's able to lock down a starting job in a tougher league.
AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Goran Pandev - Re-ups with Genoa Pandev has agreed to a one-year contract to return to Genoa, the club announced.
Impact Pandev was undecided about continuing playing, but ultimately opted to stick around. He tallied seven goals and three assists in 29 matches (15 starts) last season, adding 14 created chances and 20 shots. He should have a similar role in the upcoming campaign.
AUGUST 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Adrian Semper - Signs with Genoa Semper has officially agreed to a four-year contract with Genoa after Chievo were disbanded for financial reasons.
Impact Semper was one of the top Serie B goalkeepers in last two seasons. If he stayed put, he would likely be the top back-up behind Salvatore Sirigu, who joined from Torino earlier in the offseason.
AUGUST 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Caleb Ekuban - Joins Genoa Ekuban has transferred to Genoa on a permanent deal from Trabzonspor, the club announced.
Impact Ekuban returns to Italy, where played in the lower leagues when he was younger, after spending time at Partizani, Leeds and Trabzonspor. He tallied ten goals and 4 assists in 32 matches last season. Genoa have a lot of playing time up for grabs since Eldor Shomurodov, Gianluca Scamacca and Marko Pjaca, who were regulars, are no longer with the club. Ekuban will have the opportunity to see major minutes if he produces early.
AUGUST 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
