JORGINHO NEWS

Out with back pain Jorginho will miss Wednesday's match against Zenit because of back pain, according to manager Thomas Tuchel.

Impact Jorginho went the full 90 Saturday and played through his back issues, so it's at least an injury he can play through and there's no reason he'll need to do that Wednesday. He'll get some rest instead with Saul Niguez and Ross Barkley both options could could step into central midfield.

DECEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Good for Saturday Jorginho has been training and is available for Saturday's match against West Ham, according to manager Thomas Tuchel.

Impact Jorginho made the bench midweek and was only there as an emergency, as he didn't even replace Saul Niguez in the midfield. He was likely given some rest because of the schedule and should be back in the XI against West Ham.

DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Wednesday Jorginho (undisclosed) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Watford.

Impact Jorginho doesn't have a major issue and is healthy enough to be on the bench Wednesday. In his place, Saul Niguez is getting a start having ridden the bench the majority of his time with Chelsea after struggling in his first appearance a couple months ago.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Facing late-fitness test Jorginho has picked up an undisclosed injury and is questionable against Watford on Wednesday.

Impact Jorginho converted from the penalty spot versus Manchester United on Sunday which brought a five-game goal drought to a close. In his previous eight tilts, the midfielder has registered four goals on seven shots (five on target), one assist and nine chances created. If Jorginho does miss out, it could open up a spot in the starting XI for Christian Pulisic.

NOVEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nets PK Jorginho scored once on one shot during Sunday's one-all draw with Manchester United.

Impact Jorginho scored his second goal of the season, another penalty, during Sunday's draw. The midfielder has value as a penalty specialist, but his role in the team outside of penalties doesn't offer much. Next up is a Wednesday trip to Watford.

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jorginho's penalty gives Chelsea 1-1 draw against Man United

Ballon d’Or contender Jorginho made amends for an error leading to Manchester United’s goal with an equalizing penalty for Chelsea in a 1-1 draw in the Premier League

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Logs five interceptions against Juventus Jorginho had five interceptions, won six duels and two of four tackles and created one scoring chance in Tuesday's 4-0 win over Juventus.

Impact Jorginho was a slight doubt after subbing off a little early in the previous match, but he had no lingering effects. He shined defensively in this one. He has tallied three goals, 13 chances created, 38 tackles and 23 interceptions in 16 matches. Chelsea will host Manchester United Sunday.

NOVEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

FIFA publishes shortlists for annual best player awards

Chelsea won the Champions League and England reached the European Championship final but no Englishmen are on the shortlists for FIFA’s annual awards

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MATCHDAY: Carrick coaches United, Xavi's Barca faces Benfica

Manchester United heads to Villarreal with an interim coach and a chance to qualify for the Champions League knockout stage with a game to spare

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Good for Tuesday Jorginho was subbed off late in Saturday's win against Leicester City because of cramping, according to manager Thomas Tuchel.

Impact It's not a major worry for Jorginho and with a couple days of rest, he's expected to remain in the XI Tuesday against Juventus. The midfielder remains on PK duty, but he's totaled just two shots and four chances created in his last three starts in all competitions.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mancini calls up Pobega for decisive World Cup qualifiers

Torino midfielder Tommaso Pobega has been called up to Italy’s squad for the first time for decisive World Cup qualifiers against Switzerland and Northern Ireland

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nets penalty Jorginho scored once on his only shot on goal during Saturday's 3-0 win over Newcastle.

Impact Jorginho scored a penalty during Saturday's clash, as he continues an impressive run of scoring from the spot. The midfielder has limited fantasy value when he doesn't get penalties to convert. That said he should be a solid option Tuesday away to Malmo, after scoring two penalties in the reverse fixture.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of season Jorginho had an assist while creating two chances and making four tackles (winning three) during Saturday's match with Norwich City.

Impact Jorginho set up Mason Mount in the eighth minute, assisting the opening goal of the match. The assist was the first in the Premier League for the midfielder while his four tackles tied for the team-high total as of his substitution in the 64th minute.

OCTOBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Converts two penalties Jorginho scored twice from two shots while crossing twice accurately, creating a chance, making three interceptions and eight tackles during Wednesday's 4-0 win over Malmo.

Impact Jorginho found the back of the net in the 21st and 57th minutes, converting two penalties in Wednesday's win. The goals were the first in the Champions League for the midfielder while he finished with team-high totals in interceptions and tackles in the victory.

OCTOBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mancini keeps Italy's Euro 2020 winners for Nations League

Italy coach Roberto Mancini has recalled all the fit players from his European Championship-winning squad for the Nations League semifinal against Spain next week

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Underwhelming against Juventus Jorginho sent in one inaccurate cross, created one scoring chance, drew one foul and won three duels in Wednesday's 0-1 loss to Juventus.

Impact Jorginho was unable to fully pull the strings in this one and put up limited stats in both phases. He has created five chances and recorded 17 tackles, 12 interceptions and eight clearances in eight games. Chelsea will host Southampton Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

City reasserts title credentials as rivals drop points

Manchester City reasserted its Premier League title credentials on a day all of its big rivals dropped points

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

City ends run of losses to Chelsea with 1-0 win in EPL

Manchester City broke its run of losses to Chelsea by handing its Premier League title rival a first defeat of the season thanks to Gabriel Jesus’ deflected goal in a 1-0 win

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leader in tackles, interceptions Jorginho crossed once inaccurately, made two interceptions and won two tackles during Tuesday's 1-0 win over Zenit.

Impact Jorginho was held off the scoresheet as Chelsea needed just one goal to beat Zenit on Tuesday. The midfielder finished with team-high totals in tackles and interceptions in the victory.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Locked into midfield starts Jorginho has started all three games for Chelsea so far this season.

Impact Jorginho has started all three games for the Blues but competition for starts has become a bit more difficult after the deadline day signing of Saul. Jorginho leads Chelsea with his seven interceptions and even if he doesn't start every match should feature heavily for the Blues this season.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mancini keeps faith in Italy's Euro 2020-winning squad

Italy coach Roberto Mancini has recalled all the fit players from his European Championship-winning squad while Nicolò Zaniolo returns from a lengthy injury layoff

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wins eight duels against England Jorginho had four interceptions, drew five fouls, won eight duels and created one scoring chance in Sunday's 4-3 win over England on PKs.

Impact Jorginho had a limited contribution on offense, as it has been the case against tougher opponents. He missed the decisive PK, but Gianluigi Donnarumma bailed him out. He has posted seven chances created, 13 tackles and 25 interceptions in seven Euro games. He will most likely continue with Chelsea next season.

JULY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Euro 2020 final: Italy end England's dream in penalty shootout

Italy won a drama-filled Euro 2020 final against England after a penalty shootout. Here are the best moments!

JULY 11, 2021

Euro 2020 final: What to know about England vs. Italy

Is it coming home? What does that even mean? Here's all you need to know ahead of the Euro final between England and Italy.

JULY 10, 2021

Sends Italy to Euro final Jorginho had eight interceptions and two clearances, drew two fouls, won five duels and scored the last penalty kick of the shoot-out in Tuesday's 5-3 win over Spain.

Impact Jorginho was limited to defending in a very challenging match-up for Italy and racked up stats on that end of the pitch. He lived up to his fame as a penalty kick taker, keeping his aplomb in the final shot. He has tallied six chances created, ten tackles and 21 interceptions in six Euro games. Italy will face either England or Denmark in the final Sunday.

JULY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE