ISAK HIEN NEWS

Will start versus Fiorentina Hien (thigh) is in the XI to face Fiorentina on Sunday.

Impact Hien reclaims his starting job over Diego Coppola after sitting out two weeks because of a minor thigh problem. He has recorded 11 tackles, four interceptions, and 23 clearances in eight seasonal appearances, contributing to one clean sheet.

DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Fiorentina tilt Hien (thigh) "is fit," coach Marco Baroni announced.

Impact Hien ended up on the stands despite being part of the initial squad list last week, but the staff was just being cautious, and he didn't suffer a new injury. He'll have better chances of making the XI, likely replacing Diego Coppola, with one more clean week of training under his belt. He has logged two tackles, one interception, and 13 clearances in his last three appearances.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in squad Saturday Hien (undisclosed) is not in the squad to face Lazio on Saturday.

Impact Hien was deemed available to return this weekend, but he won't be in the squad as he couldn't even crack the bench. His next chance to play will come against Fiorentina on Dec. 17.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Lazio Hien (undisclosed) has been named in Verona's squad list to face Lazio on Saturday.

Impact Hien will make a quick return to the call-ups after sitting out one game with an ailment and might reclaim his starting job over Diego Coppola. He has posted two tackles, one interception, and 13 clearances in his last three appearances.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Udinese game Hien hasn't been called up for Sunday's clash with Udinese due to a late muscular problem, Verona announced.

Impact Hien will be better assessed in the coming days. Bruno Amione, Diego Coppola, and Juan Cabal are the only healthy center-backs for Verona due to a litany of injuries.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid at the back Hien registered one shot (zero on goal) in Friday's 1-0 loss against Genoa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 26th minute.

Impact Hien won his only tackle and made six clearances along with a block as he completed his first 90 minutes after returning from a thigh injury. He will continue to be first-choice for Verona at the back as long as he remains healthy.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pedestrian in return from injury Hien (thigh) had one clearance and 30 touches and was dispossessed once in 60 minutes in Sunday's 1-3 loss to Monza.

Impact Hien saw more minutes than expected off the bench due to Pawel Dawidowicz's early injury, but the rearguard didn't improve a lot with him on the pitch, and he didn't put up numbers. He'll look for a better showing starting from Friday's away match against Genoa.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Begins on the bench versus Monza Hien (thigh) is a substitute option for Sunday's game against Monza.

Impact Hien was 50/50 to make the starting lineup after a month-long absence, and the gaffer ultimately elected to bring him off the bench, if needed. Marco Davide Faraoni and Filippo Terracciano are both starting, and one of the two will play in the back-three.

NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to be back against Monza Hien (thigh) "is fit and has been practicing since Wednesday. He'll play, but we'll see whether from the start or off the bench," coach Marco Baroni announced.

Impact Hien is good to go after being sidelined for four matches but isn't necessarily a lock to be in the XI. Verona have used Bruno Amione, Diego Coppola, and Pietro Terracciano to substitute for him. He has logged nine tackles, three interceptions, ten clearances, and one block in four appearances, contributing to one clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not returning versus Juventus Hien (thigh) hasn't been selected for Saturday's game against Juventus.

Impact Hien was seemingly on the verge of coming back last week, but he'll miss his fourth game in a row due to a thigh strain. "He's close to full health, but there's still an element of risk, and we don't want to take chances," coach Marco Baroni stated in the pre-game presser. Bruno Amione, Diego Coppola, and Filippo Terracciano are the next men up in the back.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Napoli Hien (thigh) hasn't been called up for Saturday's match versus Napoli, Verona announced.

Impact Hien will continue rehabbing a thigh strain he suffered in early October and was a close call for this one, as coach Marco Baroni announced in the pre-game presser: "If he's this week, it'll be the next one." Diego Coppola or Bruno Amione will take his place.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Hien sustained a right biceps femoris lesion in practice, Verona announced.

Impact Hien will skip the next two matches and will use the break to recover, although his availability for the first match after it hinges on how the rehab goes. Diego Coppola will likely slide into the lineup, with Bruno Amione as the top defensive backup.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stops opponents in Bologna match Hien recorded three tackles (one won), four clearances, and one interception in Monday's 0-0 draw against Bologna.

Impact Hien returned from his second suspension of the season with a vengeance and guarded whoever was operating in his are well, contributing to his first clean sheet. He has registered six tackles, one interception, and seven clearances in two appearances.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Hien served his one-game ban in Friday's 1-3 loss against Sassuolo.

Impact Hien was forced to miss the second match in three rounds due to a suspension and was sorely missed considering the result. He stayed put despite some interest from bigger clubs and will look to avoid troubles going forward.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red in Roma clash Hien was sent off in the 84th minute of Saturday's 2-1 victory over Roma after recording three tackles (two won) and three clearances.

Impact Hien helped stymie the opponents for most of the game but was expelled for denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity by bringing down an opponent. He'll miss his second match of the season due to a suspension Friday versus Sassuolo. Diego Coppola replaced him in the opener. The other options are Bruno Amione and Jua Cabal.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Hien completed a one-game ban in Saturday's 1-0 win over Empoli.

Impact Hien will be back in the XI against Roma, probably replacing either Diego Coppola or Giangiacomo Magnani. He logged 74 tackles, 31 interceptions, 88 clearances, and 17 blocks in his first Serie A season, contributing to six clean sheets in 32 games and quickly establishing himself as Verona's top defender.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss season opener Hien picked up his tenth yellow card of the campaign in Sunday's 3-1 win over Spezia.

Impact Hien helped his team stave off relegation by holding M'Bala Nzola in check. He'll have to miss the first match of 2023/2024 due to yellow-card accumulation. It remains to be seen whether he'll still be at Verona as he may draw interest from bigger sides following a remarkable campaign where he logged 74 tackles, 31 interceptions, 88 clearances, and 17 blocks and contributed to six clean sheets in 32 games.

JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four clearances at Atalanta Hien had one tackle (one won), four clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 3-1 loss versus Atalanta. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 28th minute.

Impact Hien had a solid performance on defense, but it wasn't enough to avoid another loss. The centerback co-led his side in clearances during the match, while making the second-most interceptions as well. He did receive his ninth yellow card so far, though.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins nine duels versus Bologna Hien won nine duels and two of three tackles and had two clearances in Friday's 2-1 win over Bologna.

Impact Hien was dominant again, but Verona conceded a late goal that prevented them from securing the clean sheet. He has contributed to two in his past five appearances, logging 16 tackles (eight won), three interceptions, 21 clearances, and four blocks.

APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent in Napoli match Hien had four tackles (one won), seven clearances, one block, and one interception in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Napoli.

Impact Hien completely engulfed Giacomo Raspadori and then held his own when Victor Osimhen subbed in, as Verona secure a clean sheet in a very difficult spot. He has recorded 14 tackles (seven won), three interceptions, 20 clearances, and five blocks in his last five appearances.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs four clearances in Sassuolo game Hien (thigh) won one of three tackles and had one interception and four clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Sassuolo.

Impact Hien was back in the XI after a month and was sturdy as usual following a thigh injury. He'll anchor the defense the rest of the way if he avoids physical problems, as he's clearly their best contributor in the role. He has posted 54 tackles, 21 interceptions, 58 clearances, and ten blocks in 23 appearances, with four clean sheets.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Sassuolo Hien (thigh) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Sassuolo.

Impact Hien was a late scratch last week due to a minor thigh problem, but he returns to the side and will start at the back. He has registered nine tackles (six won), one interception, 14 clearances, and four blocks in his last five appearances, with two clean sheets.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Sassuolo Hien (thigh) has been called up for Saturday's clash with Sassuolo, Verona informed.

Impact Hien was a late scratch last week due to a minor thigh problem. He has good chances to return to the XI, replacing either Federico Ceccherini or Pawel Dawidowicz. He has registered nine tackles (six won), one interception, 14 clearances, and four blocks in his last five appearances, with two clean sheets.

APRIL 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Juventus clash Hien (thigh) will miss Saturday's match versus Juventus.

Impact Hien featured with Sweden a few days ago, but he might have worsened his previous injury. Giangiacomo Magnani, Pawel Dawidowicz, and Federico Ceccherini are getting the start in the back.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays with Sweden Hien (thigh) came off the bench in Monday's Euro qualifier versus Arzebajan.

Impact Hien skipped the first international game on the schedule due to his previous thigh injury, but he returned to full training and featured a few days later. He's set to return to the XI versus Juventus after skipping two Serie A fixtures. He has tallied 11 tackles (four won), one interception, 14 clearances, and four blocks in his last five appearances, with two clean sheets.

MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE