USMNT Stock Watch: Ferreira stars, Reyna injured as players return to clubs
With the USMNT's players back in action with their respective clubs, Doug McIntyre takes a heat check across the roster.APRIL 12, 2022
GIANLUCA BUSIO #6 - MIDFIELDER - VENEZIA FC
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Picks up yellow card as sub Busio made two tackles (both won) and picked up a yellow card in 34 minutes during Sunday's 2-0 loss to Sampdoria.
Impact Busio subbed on in the second half and couldn't do much to avoid the loss at home. The midfielder also received his sixth yellow card of the season in the proccess. That's something to keep in mind when they visit Spezia on Apr 2.
MARCH 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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Has three crosses in return Busio had two shots (neither on goal), three crosses, one interception, two tackles and sustained two fouls in the 1-0 lose to Lazio on Monday.
Impact After missing one match with an undisclosed injury, Busio managed to make a significant contribution in this appearance. The midfielder was unable to score, but his remains a consistent crosser. If his health stays strong, expect the same from him in his next appearance against Sampdoria.
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Playing against Lazio Busio (undisclosed) was named to the starting XI versus Lazio on Monday.
Impact Busio has missed three of the club's previous seven contests due to various ailments. The midfielder started two of those four appearances in which he recorded three crosses (zero accurate), eight tackles (three won) and one corner. When he does start, Busio does generate some crosses but is unlikely to lead the team and likely will offer more mid-range fantasy value.
MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Available versus Lazio Busio will be an option Monday against Lazio, coach Paolo Zanetti announced.
Impact Busio was a late scratch for the previous game due to muscle fatigue, but he has mostly practiced regularly throughout the week. He has strong chances to be in the XI considering the absences of Mickael Cuisance and Antonio Vacca. He has logged one goal, 11 shots, 32 crosses and 44 tackles in 23 appearances (19 starts).
MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Late scratch for Sassuolo game Busio did not feature in Sunday's 1-4 loss to Sassuolo due to a late muscular issue, coach Paolo Zanetti informed.
Impact Busio was unusually on the stands Sunday and the coach disclosed the reason why after the game, but did not further elaborate on his status. He will have to be further evaluated ahead of Monday's road game against Lazio. Antonio Vacca, Luca Fiordilino and Sofian Kiyine started in the midfield Sunday as Ethan Ampadu and Domen Crnigoj were not in great shape either and Mickael Cuisance was out too.
MARCH 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Will be back versus Verona Busio served his one-game suspension in Sunday's away game against Verona
Impact Busio had to sit out one game after picking up his fifth yellow card of the season. Depending on which scheme the coach uses, he could replace Michael Svoboda or Domen Crnigoj. He has notched one goal, two assists, 15 chances and 32 crosses in 22 appearances so far.
FEBRUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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Suspended for Genoa game Busio picked up his fifth yellow card in Saturday's 2-1 win over Torino.
Impact Busio returned to the XI after a while in this one, but he will have to sit out one game due to yellow-card accumulation. Tyronne Ebuehi will return from suspension against Genoa, allowing the coach to move Ethan Ampadu back to the midfield.
FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Makes four tackles in victory Busio had two crosses, four tackles, one corner and two fouls in the 2-1 victory against Torino on Saturday.
Impact Offense is essential to victory, but with Busio's strong defensive prowess, the opportunities for success go up. Against Torino, the midfielder helped limit the number of shots the opposing side got off. This defensive strength should continue against Genoa.
FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Used off bench against Napoli Busio (COVID-19) had one interception and one clearance and won one duel in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Napoli.
Impact Busio worked his way back after the viral infection, but he was brought off the bench for the third time in the past four matches. He will continue to compete with Domen Crnigoj and their other options in the midfield going forward. He has tallied 11 shots, 30 crosses, 36 tackles and 19 clearances in 21 appearances. Venezia will face Torino away Saturday.
FEBRUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Set to return Busio has cleared the COVID-19 protocol, Venezia announced.
Impact Busio missed the previous game due to the viral infection and will use the next few practices to work on his conditioning. He will compete with Tanner Tessmann and Domen Crnigoj to start in Sunday's home game against Napoli. He has posted three chances, eight crosses and five tackles in the last five appearances.
FEBRUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scratched for Inter clash Busio is not on the bench for Saturday's game versus Inter, Venezia inform.
Impact Busio was expected to start as usual, but he has been ruled out altogether. Venezia has been navigating a COVID-19 outbreak for a few days. Tanner Tessmann is filling in for him in the midfield.
JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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Works hard in Juventus clash Busio took two shots (one on target), sent in three crosses (zero accurate) and won three of five tackles and eight duels in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Juventus.
Impact Busio was again able to pick up stats on both ends thanks to his energy in the midfield. He is not a major offensive weapon but he easily fills the stat-sheet. He has posted two assists, 25 crosses, 17 clearances and 31 tackles in 16 matches, scoring once. Venezia will face Sampdoria away next Sunday.
DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Records assist Busio logged one assist during a 1-0 win Sunday at Bologna.
Impact Busio has two assists across 12 Serie A appearances during 2021. Considering the former is 19 years old and did not get a summer respite Europe's footballers usually receive, fantasy managers should be satisfied concerning his recent statistical output.
NOVEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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