INTER MILAN NEWS

Andre Onana - Ruled out for Serbia clash Onana has been excluded from the squad list for Monday's game versus Serbia due to disciplinary reasons, RMC Sport reports.

Impact Onana will sit out at least one game due to an undisclosed off-the-pitch incident that irked the coach, and it's not known yet whether the punishment will sideline him also for the final group stage game versus Brazil Friday. Devis Epassy is getting the start in this one.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Romelu Lukaku - Plays nine minutes Lukaku played nine minutes in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Morocco.

Impact Lukaku participated in his first game since October. He will try to be a valued contributor during Belgium's final group-stage game of the 2022 World Cup. The matchup is scheduled against Croatia, and Lukaku will try to replace Michy Batshuayi, who has Belgium's only goal across this tournament so far.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Romelu Lukaku - Bench option versus Morocco Lukaku (thigh) is available for Sunday's match against Morocco.

Impact Lukaku is good to go for the first time in a month after picking up a second consecutive thigh injury. He'll probably see minutes only if necessary. Michy Batsuahi will continue to lead the frontline from the start after scoring in the opener.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lautaro Martinez - Tallies one shot in win Martinez had one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Mexico.

Impact Martinez didn't even hit the target again as Mexico neutralized his side's attempts throughout the first hour of play and Julian Alvarez took his place on the field during the second half. The Serie A striker has performed below expectations so far but will look for more opportunities from a center-forward role in a tricky matchup versus Poland.

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Andre Onana - Allows one goal against Switzerland Onana had two saves and conceded once in Thursday's 0-1 loss versus Switzerland.

Impact Onana couldn't catch a close-range finish by Breel Embolo early in the second half, while he parried away a similar effort by Ruben Vargas late in the game. He has surrendered 16 goals, made 45 saves, and kept five clean sheets in 13 matches with Inter. Cameroon will take on Serbia Sunday.

NOVEMBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Romelu Lukaku - Training with Group Lukaku (thigh) returned to full team training and could return as soon as Sunday's clash with Morocco, according to RTBF Sport.

Impact Lukaku returned to full team training ahead of schedule Wednesday, and could be an option to return for a Sunday clash with Morocco. The striker would replace Michy Batshuayi, who scored in the World Cup opener against Canada. Lukaku would be ahead of schedule returning Sunday, so it's likely he would be a bench option, or only play part of the match in the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Marcelo Brozovic - Wins two tackles Brozovic had two tackles (two won) and one clearance in Wednesday's 0-0 tie against Morocco.

Impact Brozovic managed to win every tackle he attempted with a decent job from the center of the field on Wednesday. More should be expected of the 30-year-old, as he failed to record any crosses or create any chances. His accurate tackling will be very important next match against a very high attacking Belgium squad on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lautaro Martinez - Had two goals ruled out in WC debut Martinez had two off-target shots and suffered three fouls during Tuesday's 2-1 loss against Saudi Arabia.

Impact Martinez found the back the net twice during the first half but both goals were disallowed as he was offside on both plays, though the first one was a very controversial call. However, the striker couldn't remain as active during the second frame, being completely kept at bay by opposing defenders. He'll seek his first FWC goal during Saturday's clash against Mexico.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lukaku to miss Belgium's World Cup opener, Hazard to start

Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku will miss his nation’s World Cup opener against Canada on Wednesday night and also could be sidelined for the second match against Morocco

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Denzel Dumfries - Starting against Senegal Dumfries (knee) will be in the starting XI versus Senegal on Monday.

Impact Dumfries had been training with the squad in the lead-up to Monday's matchup and appears to be good to go. The midfielder is set to slot into a right-back role but should get forward and push the attack from the back line, making him a top-end fantasy target.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Romelu Lukaku - Expected to miss first two games Lukaku (thigh) is going to miss Belgium's first two games of the World Cup Nov. 23 against Canada and Nov. 27 Morocco, according to Sky Sport Italy. He still awaits official word f...

Impact Lukaku has been trying to push through muscular injuries that have seen him miss all but two games since August, but now isn't likely to be available initially. Following a friendly loss to Egypt in the week before the tournament, Lukaku's absence isn't great news. In his place, Michy Batshuayi is likely to start as the center-forward. Fortunately, Belgium should be able to advance to the knockout rounds with or without Lukaku if all goes according to plan.

NOVEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Denzel Dumfries - Fitness test for opening game Dumfries (knee) posted a picture of himself training with a ball on Twitter Wednesday, but his status is still uncertain heading into the Netherlands' opening match against Senegal...

Impact Dumfries picked up a knee injury in the final club match before the World Cup break last weekend, and he will be a late fitness test for Monday's game. Jeremie Frimpong would be the likely backup option at right wing-back if Dumfries isn't fit enough to start, with Tyrell Malacia and Jurrien Timber also options at the position.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Argentina rules out González and Correa because of injuries

The Argentine soccer federation say strikers Nicolás González and Joaquín Correa have been ruled out of the World Cup because of injuries

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Joaquin Correa - Nursing nagging problem Correa has been ruled out for the World Cup due to left Achilles soreness, Argentina announced.

Impact Correa will be evaluated by Inter doctors upon his return in Milan, but the issue doesn't appear to be severe and, while it won't allow him to play in Qatar, he should be able to shake it off during the break.

NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joaquin Correa - Withdrawn from World Cup Correa (knee) withdrew from the World Cup on Thursday, Argentina announced.

Impact Correa suffered the knee injury in a friendly and is unable to recover in time for the World Cup. Correa's absence likely won't change the starting XI for the Argentine national team, but could effect the depth of the roster. Correa will hope to return after the World Cup break for a Jan. 4 clash against Napoli. Correa's replacement in the World Cup squad is uncertain, but will likely be another depth option in the attack.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joaquin Correa - Hurts knee in friendly Correa suffered pain in his knee during Wednesday's friendly win over UAE, according to TyC Sports.

Impact Correa isn't exactly the best pick of the bunch in a strong Argentine team but would still leave the team short a rotation forward if he doesn't play. Until the deadline for last-minute changes to national sides, keep an eye on Correa's status.

NOVEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Messi scores as Argentina routs UAE 5-0 in World Cup warmup

Lionel Messi has emerged unscathed from Argentina’s final World Cup warmup and scored in a 5-0 rout of the United Arab Emirates as the pre-tournament favorites stretched their unbe...

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Club teams impacted Italy's failure to qualify for World Cup

A lack of respect for the national team contributed to Italy's failure to qualify for a second straight World Cup

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Romelu Lukaku - Trains individually Lukaku (thigh) trained separately from his teammates during Wednesday's session, the Belgian FA announced.

Impact Lukaku just joined his national side after traveling from Italy and has a little more work to do before he's cleared to start. While waiting for approval, Michy Batshuayi figures to start at center-forward for the Nov. 23 opener against Canada.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Romelu Lukaku - Traveling to join national team Lukaku (thigh) departed Italy on Tuesday to join the Belgian national team for World Cup preparation after initial scans showed sign of progress, according to Marco Barzaghi of Med...

Impact Lukaku still needs further assessment by national team coaches and doctors before he's cleared to start in the Nov. 23 opener against Canada. Until that happens, Michy Batshuayi is likely to start as the center-forward.

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Denzel Dumfries - Pictured travelling to camp Dumfries (knee) posted a picture of himself walking normally ahead of joining the national team on Monday to prepare for the World Cup.

Impact Dumfries departed Sunday's 3-2 win over Atalanta with a knock to his knee but the issue doesn't appear to be a major one if he isn't limping, wearing a boot or walking with crutches. Once he proves his fitness and gets into training with his Oranje teammates, Dumfries will be a key piece of the lineup as an attacking full-back.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Romelu Lukaku - Now focused on World Cup Lukaku (thigh) missed Sunday's 3-2 win over Atalanta but still made Belgium's roster for the World Cup, which was announced Nov. 10.

Impact Lukaku missed the final four matches before the World Cup and made just five appearances since returning to Inter Milan on loan and struggling with some tough injuries. At his best, Lukaku will be integral to Belgium's chances of advancing deep in the tournament in order to cover for some aging and/or struggling stars like Eden Hazard, Jan Vertonghen and Yannick Carrasco.

NOVEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Džeko double as Inter downs Atalanta ahead of Juve vs. Lazio A superb performance from Edin Džeko helped Inter Milan come from behind to win 3-2 at Atalanta and close in on second spot

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • DAILYHERALD.COM

Napoli in firm control of Serie A after final games of year

Only AC Milan will end the year less than 10 points behind runaway Serie A leader Napoli

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Samir Handanovic - Unused in final few fixtures Handanovic (finger) didn't feature in the last 11 matches before the World Cup break.

Impact Handanovic couldn't play due to a finger dislocation at some point, but he continued to be called up. However, the choice to go with Andre Onana had already been made beforehand, and the problem just prevented him from starting him once or twice in relief. He has surrendered 13 goals, kept two clean sheets, and made 24 saves in eight starts.

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE