Giovanni Simeone - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Picks up assist in win Simeone assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Udinese.

Impact Simeone entered the match as a sub for Romelu Lukaku in the 80th minute of play. He did not take long at all to get to work, as he set up Frank Anguissa for a shot from the center of the box to give their side a 3-1 lead only one minute later. Simeone has now accounted for a chance created in each of the last two games where he played at least 10 minutes.

DECEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores final goal in sub appearance Simeone scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 victory against Bologna.

Impact Simeone came onto the pitch with six minutes to go and scored the game's third goal to seal the victory. This matches his underwhelming goal tally of last season where he scored one goal in 28 appearances.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots against Genoa Simeone had three off-target shots and created one chance during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Genoa.

Impact Simeone made his third consecutive start and, if he didn't struggle as he did on the previous outing, the accuracy in front of the net wasn't there for him once again as the striker failed to hit the target in every attempt. Victor Osimhen (rest) should be available for the upcoming matches and for Simeone, who scored for the last time back in November, this will probably mean a return to the bench.

FEBRUARY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Simeone cleared a one-match ban in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Lazio.

Impact Simeone has started over Giacomo Raspadori while Victor Osimhen (AFCON) is away in the last Serie A round and in two Supercoppa games. He has hit the net once and logged 11 shots (three on target), one key pass, and two inaccurate crosses in his last five showings.

JANUARY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in the Supercoppa Simeone was booked twice in Monday's Supercoppa final against Inter, which will force him to miss one game in Serie A.

Impact Simeone will be unavailable against Lazio on Sunday, so Giacomo Raspadori will lead the line since Victor Osimhen is away for AFCON. Napoli also won't have Khvicha Kvaratskhelia for the same reason, which could lead to a rare start for Jesper Lindstrom or the debut of newcomer Cyril Ngonge right from eh get-go.

JANUARY 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Passable in Salernitana tilt Simeone had three shots (one on goal), four tackles (one won), four successful duels, and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Salernitana.

Impact Simeone got the call over Giacomo Raspadori to replace Victor Osimhen (AFCON) and was decently bubbly. His biggest contribution was drawing a PK in the first half by beating a defender to the punch and getting hit on the foot. He has registered 11 shots (three on target), one chance created, and two crosses (zero accurate) in his last five appearances.

JANUARY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots off bench Simeone registered four shots (zero on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 defeat to Torino.

Impact Simeone took a season-high four shots in Sunday's loss, providing a solid attacking output in just 31 minutes of action. While he did not put a shot on target, it was still a nice performance from him off the bench.

JANUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss Simeone scored one goal to go with three shots (two on target) in Wednesday's 4-2 loss against Real Madrid.

Impact Simeone got his second start in three matches wile scoring his first UCL goal of the season. He as only been used as a depth option for the team, making a total of just three starts in 16 appearances in all competitions. This includes two goals on 17 shots (eight on target) in that span.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots as sub Simeone generated two shots (zero on goal) in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Union Berlin. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 89th minute.

Impact Simeone subbed on in the 77th minute and could not do much to help Napoli earn the win at home. He has only one goal in 14 appearances (one start). The forward also received his fourth yellow card of the season and first in UCL play.

NOVEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off the bench Simeone scored one goal to go with three shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 4-1 victory against Udinese. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 71s...

Impact Simeone scored his first goal in what was his longest outing so far this season with 27 minutes played. He is firmly behind Victor Osimhen in the pecking order for the central striker role and is yet to start a game this season.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Signed permanently by Napoli Simeone has agreed to a deal till 2026 with an option as Napoli bought him out from Verona following a loan spell, the club announced.

Impact Simeone put up decent numbers despite starting just three times and being behind Victor Osimhen and Giacomo Raspadori in the pecking order. He has scored eight times and added one assist, 29 shots (17 on target), and nine chances created. He'll likely serve the same role next season.

JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 4, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Scores off bench in win Simeone scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 win over Sampdoria.

Impact Simeone scored in Sunday's season finale, an outside the box strike in the 85th minute assisted by Giacomo Raspadori. He made just one start in Serie A this season but was productive in spite of that, scoring four goals and recording one assist in his 25 appearances.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Inter Simeone assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created and one duel in 21 minutes in Sunday's 3-1 win versus Inter.

Impact Simeone relieved Victor Osimhen a little earlier compared to previous games and teed up Gianluca Gaetano on a fast break for his first assist in the campaign. He has registered four shots (two on target), one chance, and one clearance in his last four appearances. He hasn't hit the net since late January.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in late versus Salernitana Simeone (thigh) had one shot on target in one minute in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Salernitana.

Impact Simeone came in late as Napoli laid siege to try to get the win but got denied on his lone attempt. He has recorded three shots (one on target) in his past five appearances (one start).

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available from bench Simeone is fit and in the match day squad to face Salernitana on Sunday.

Impact Simeone returns from a thigh injury that has kept him out of four matches. The forward starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Poised to be back versus Salernitana Simeone (thigh) has healed and logged multiple full practices in a row ahead of Sunday's match against Salernitana, Ansa reports.

Impact Simeone will return to the squad after sitting four matches with a thigh strain and will resume deputizing Victor Osimhen, although he'll have to fight for minutes with Giacomo Raspadori as well. He has taken two off-target shots and drew three fouls in his last five appearances (one start).

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss a few games Simeone has been diagnosed with a muscular distraction of the biceps femoris of the right thigh, Napoli announced.

Impact Simeone will be out for two-to-three weeks, Sportitalia relays, therefore skipping multiple matches given the busy schedule. Victor Osimhen (thigh) will play the lion's share of minutes at the position once healthy, while Giacomo Raspadori will handle those duties while he's out.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up thigh injury Simeone (thigh) came off in the second half of Friday's 2-1 win over Lecce due to a right thigh injury, Napoli reported.

Impact Simeone came off the bench in the 66th minute and only made it to the 82nd minute before a thigh injury forced him off the pitch. The severity of the injury is unclear and Simeone will at the least be a doubt for a Wednesday trip to AC Milan. The forward has been a consistent option off the bench, making just a single start during 19 appearances.

APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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