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Decent day attacking Gaetano recorded three shots (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Venezia.

Impact Gaetano saw his first start in two appearances Sunday, receiving 65 minutes of play off the bench. In that time, he would notch three shots and four chances created. He continues to see more of a rotational role, recording one goal contribution in 13 appearances (six starts).

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in defeat Gaetano had four shots (one on goal) in Tuesday's 2-0 loss versus Bologna.

Impact Gaetano saw a second straight start Tuesday after a stretch of four straight games on the bench. He did much better in this start than his last, registering a team-leading four shots. However, he still could not find the back of the net, now his fourth straight appearance without a goal.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Parma Gaetano assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in 26 minutes in Monday's 3-2 victory versus Parma.

Impact Gaetano was brought off the pine for the second consecutive game while he's rounding into shape and fed Roberto Piccoli with a through ball to set up the game-winner. On the other hand, he could have sealed the deal earlier with a comfortable finish after escaping the offside trap, but he missed the mark. He'll substitute for Nicolas Viola once close to 100 percent. He has tallied eight shots (zero on target), three key passes and one inaccurate cross in three appearances.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Used as sub in Empoli match Gaetano drew one foul and generated four shots (zero on goal), one clearance and one interception in Friday's 2-0 defeat versus Empoli.

Impact Gaetano didn't get the start on a relatively short turnaround, as the boss opted for a sturdier lineup and fielded Antoine Makoumbou, but he got busy once he came in and came close to scoring a couple of times. Cagliari have struggled to produce offensively, so he's likely to be back in the XI soon enough. He has logged six off-target shots, one key pass and one inaccurate cross in two games.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subpar in meeting with former team Gaetano won one of two tackles and registered two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-0 defeat to Napoli.

Impact Gaetano uncorked a pair of decent efforts from distance and was a substantial part of the Cagliari offense but didn't produce as much as his teammates in this one and ran out of juice pretty early. He had an odd summer since he wasn't training fully with Napoli because of the impending transfer, so he has some catching up to do from the physical standpoint.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goes back to Cagliari Gaetano has returned to Cagliari on loan with an obligation to buy, Napoli announced.

Impact Gaetano heads back to Sardinia with a more definitive formula after helping the team avoid relegation by scoring four times and providing one assist in 14 matches from January on. He added 14 shots (six on target), 16 key passes and 15 crosses (three accurate). It should be long before he recaptures a starring role.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in Sassuolo bout Gaetano had one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate), two key passes and one corner in Sunday's 2-0 victory over Sassuolo.

Impact Gaetano didn't have his most brilliant display but picked up a small amount of stats in multiple offensive categories and was one of the main catalysts for his side. He has scored and assisted once in his last four showings, adding four shots (one on target), seven key passes and six crosses (two accurate).

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Serves suspension Gaetano will be eligible to play Sunday versus Sassuolo following a one-game disqualification.

Impact Gaetano got the standard punishment for a reckless foul and will tussle with Matteo Prati and other midfielders to make the XI next Sunday. He has done whenever fully fit, tallying one goal, one assist, five shots (one on target) and seven chances created in his last four showings.

MAY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists and sees red versus Lecce Gaetano assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created before receiving a straight red card in Sunday's match against Lecce.

Impact Gaetano had an eventful first half as he was active on offense and set up Yerry Mina with what looked like a scuffed shot from outside the box. On the other hand, he was sent off due to an X-rated tackle following a VAR review. He's unlikely to get more than a one-game ban. Gaetano Pio Oristanio, Ibrahim Sulemana and Matteo Prati will be candidates to take his place against Milan on Saturday.

MAY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Juventus Gaetano scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), one interception, and one chance created in Friday's 2-2 draw versus Juventus.

Impact Gaetano played in a very offensive role and, while he didn't fill it up, he buried the first PK awarded to Cagliari, while Yerry Mina took the second one. He has scored twice in his last five appearances, adding five shots (three on target), five key passes and two crosses (one accurate). He was banged up and ill in the two recent games where he was unused.

APRIL 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Verona Gaetano (thigh) didn't play in Monday's 1-1 draw with Verona.

Impact Gaetano was spotted warming up but wasn't inserted as he might not have been fully fit just yet. He'll look to get healthy ahead of Sunday's clash with Atalanta, where he'll push Eldor Shomurodov and Gabriele Zappa for the starting job. He had made the XI five in a row, providing great performances and scoring three times before an ailment.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option Monday Gaetano (thigh) is beginning on the bench for Monday's clash with Verona.

Impact Gaetano has recuperated from a thigh injury but won't get the start as usual since he's not 100 percent. He will likely see some minutes off the bench in the second half. Zito Luvumbo and Eldor Shomurudov are supporting the striker at first.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On track for Verona game Gaetano (thigh) practiced fully as Cagliari started preparing for Monday's match against Verona, the team announced.

Impact Gaetano sat out the last game mostly out of precaution, and the break allowed him to recover without too much haste. He might make a quick return to the XI, replacing Eldor Shomurodov or Jakub Jankto, if he looks good in practice. He had started five times in a row before the hiccup, scoring three goals and adding six shots (five on target), six chances created and seven crosses (one accurate).

MARCH 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Monza fixture Gaetano (thigh) hasn't been selected for Saturday's game versus Monza, Cagliari announced.

Impact Gaetano avoided significant injuries but practiced on the side for the entire week and isn't fit enough to play. Nicolas Viola or Eldor Shomurodov will take his place between the lines.

MARCH 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and subs off versus Salernitana Gaetano won four duels, drew one foul and scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-2 victory against Salernitana before leaving at half time due to an addu...

Impact Gaetano hit the net with a pretty goal, gliding past an opponent on a counter and wrong-footing the goalie, but signaled some discomfort to the staff before the interval and stayed in the locker room. Eldor Shomurodov bagged a brace off the bench substituting for him. Nicolas Viola and Gaetano Pio Oristanio are also options at his position if he can't recover for Saturday's away game versus Salernitana.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in 1-1 draw Gaetano scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Udinese.

Impact Gaetano scored for the second consecutive match, coinciding with his first pair consecutive starts with his new squad. He is now up to two goals, three shots on target and five chances created through three games with Cagliari. He also exceeded 20 completed passes in each of the last two outings.

FEBRUARY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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FEBRUARY 19, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Scores versus Lazio Gaetano scored one goal to go with three shots (two on target), two crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-1 loss versus Lazio.

Impact Gaetano was the most productive man for his side in his first start since joining and found the target with a curled shot from distance. The good showing likely cemented his spot in the XI, also because he can take care of multiple roles. He has posted five shots (two on target), four key passes, and three inaccurate crosses through two appearances with Cagliari.

FEBRUARY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Cagliari Gaetano has joined Cagliari on a season-long loan from Napoli, the Serie A site relayed.

Impact Gaetano hasn't played much in the past season and a half at Napoli but was generally active when given the chance. He'll have a more regular role at his new home. He has scored once and posted 10 shots (four on target), six chances created, and three crosses (all accurate) in ten appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Holds his own versus Salernitana Gaetano had two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (two accurate), one block, and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Salernitana.

Impact Gaetano did a little bit of everything and was impactful in the final third in his first start of the season as Frank Anguissa is away for AFCON and Piotr Zielinski was a late scratch. He might have earned more chances going forward, and Napoli will remain depleted for the next game. He has posted five shots (two on target), five chances created, and three crosses (all accurate) in his last six appearances.

JANUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 4, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Knocks it on goal against Lecce Gaetano drew one foul, won one duel, and scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) in seven minutes in Saturday's 4-0 win against Lecce.

Impact Gaetano took full advantage of his limited playing time, hitting the net with a pretty shot from outside the box. It's the first time he gets minutes this season. He appeared on 11 occasions, always from the bench, in 2022/2023.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused sub against Lazio Gaetano (foot) didn't play in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Napoli.

Impact Gaetano made his first appearance on the bench, but the game didn't break right for him to feature, and he'll likely have to wait until the schedule gets thicker to do that. He notched seven shots (five on target), five tackles, one goal, and one assists in 11 games (zero starts) last season.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Lazio game Gaetano (foot) has been named in Napoli's squad list to face Lazio Saturday.

Impact Gaetano needed extra time to recover from a foot fracture and was also in talks to depart on loan, but he stayed put and is good to go after missing the first two matches. However, his role is unlikely to be much larger than last season, when he appeared 11 times off the bench.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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