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Used as sub versus Genoa Breakalo sent in two crosses (both accurate), created one scoring chance, had one successful take-on and won one duel in 39 minutes in Friday's 0-1 loss to Genoa.

Impact Brekalo was brought off the bench as the coach decided to give a shot to Marko Pjaca, but the move did not exactly pay off. He has notched one goal, one assist, 11 chances and 24 crosses and in the last five appearances. Torino will face Salernitana away in two weeks.

MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances versus Inter Brekalo took two shots (zero on target), sent in five crosses (zero accurate), created three scoring chances and had three successful take-ons in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Inter.

Impact Brekalo was lively and produced in the final third, but he lacked touch in his shots and crosses, leaving some opportunities on the table. He has scored and assisted once in the last five matches, adding eight shots, 15 chances and 29 crosses. Torino will face Genoa away Friday.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two key passes against Bologna Brekalo provided two key passes in a 0-0 stalemate against Bologna on Sunday.

Impact Brekalo had an average outing for the visiting team. The 23-year-old provided a couple of key passes. Other than that, Brekalo had a solitary shot which was not on target.

MARCH 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers five crosses in Cagliari match Brekalo took two shots (one on target), sent in four crosses (one accurate), created two scoring chances and won two duels in Sunday's 1-2 loss to Cagliari.

Impact Brekalo was decently active and picked up stats in most of the offensive categories, but he was not as effective as in other instances in this one. He has scored and assisted once and added nine shots, 15 chances and 27 crosses in the last five appearances. Torino will face Bologna away Sunday.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist versus Juventus Brekalo took one off-target shot, sent in seven crosses (two accurate), created three scoring chances and picked up an assist in Friday's 1-1 draw with Juventus.

Impact Brekalo was the most active attacker for his side and he eventually managed to bend the defense with a mazing run to the baseline and find Andrea Belotti in the middle the box to set up the equalizer. It is his first assist of the season, while he has scored six times. He has tallied nine shots, 14 chances and 33 crosses in the last five matches. Torino will host Cagliari next Sunday.

FEBRUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores once in loss Brekalo had one goal on two shots (both on goal), seven crosses, one interception, created five chances and was fouled three times in the 2-1 loss to Venezia on Saturday.

Impact Coming out hot, Brekalo scored the first goal of the match in the fifth minute with an assist from Wilfried Singo. The forward was on a three game drought prior to this goal, and he remains an inconsistent offensive threat. It may be difficult for him to repeat the feat in the next match against Juventus.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Imprecise versus Sampdoria Brekalo took two shots (both on target), sent in ten crosses (zero accurate), created one scoring chance and drew two fouls in Saturday's 2-1 win over Sampdoria.

Impact Brekalo had strong volume but could not connect with a teammate in any of his deliveries, while he was more precise on his attempts on goal, but he got denied by the opposing goalkeeper twice. He has scored twice and added seven shots, five chances and 23 crosses in the last five games. Torino will host Sassuolo next Sunday.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores two goals Brekalo scored two goals during a 4-0 win Monday versus Fiorentina.

Impact Brekalo logged his fourth and fifth goals of the 2021-22 Serie A. The Torino team may not be valuable to fantasy managers overall, but he is a promising option nonetheless. No other Torino-based footballer has more goals than the Croatian does.

JANUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances against Inter Brekalo took a shot on target and created four chances in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat against Inter. He also made a clearance, an interception and won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Brekalo was a threat with his passing during his first start in three games on Wednesday, but it wasn't enough to break through into Samir Handanovic's goal. He should be back in the XI after the winter break against Atalanta, which are fourth in Serie A halfway through the season.

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers 13 crosses in loss Brekalo took two shots (one on target), created five chances, delivered and 13 crosses in Sunday's 1-0 loss versus Roma.

Impact Brekalo was not able to find the back of the net Sunday but he still managed to rack up offensive stats due to his role on set pieces. The midfielder has now registered one goal in his last three appearances, along with producing four shots, 11 chances created and 24 crosses.

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns, scores goal Brekalo scored one goal during a 2-1 win Monday versus Udinese.

Impact Brekalo returned from an untimely calf injury that forced him to sit out the Torino team's previous two league games, one of them a loss. He has three goals across his last six Serie A appearances.

NOVEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Afena-Gyan sealed a late brace with a long-range strike ' Top 5 Goal ' Round 13 ' Serie A 2021/22

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Features with Croatia Brekalo (calf) came off the bench in Sunday's World Cup qualifier against Russia.

Impact Brekalo was called up by his national team despite missing multiple matches before the break, and he managed to return to provide a limited contribution. He will likely reprise his starting role in next Monday's home game versus Udinese. He has posted two goals, 15 shots, 12 chances created and 23 crosses in seven matches.

NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with calf injury Brekalo sustained a soleus pull in the left calf, Torino announced.

Impact Brekalo will undergo further tests in the next few days, but the early tests suggest he avoided particularly severe issues. He will miss Saturday's game against Spezia, but he should be back after the third international break. Karol Linetty and Dennis Praet will be the main options as no.10 Saturday, with Simone Verdi and Daniele Baselli as the alternatives.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pulled from XI Brekalo will miss Saturday's game against Sampdoria due to an injury in the warm-ups and will be replaced by Karol Linetty, Torino announced.

Impact Brekalo was announced in the XI but suffered a late ailment. He will have to be assessed to verify the severity of the issue. Simone Verdi and Daniele Baselli will back up Dennis Praet and Karol Linetty in this one.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Produces greatly against Milan Brekalo sent in seven crosses (three accurate), created four scoring chances, drew two fouls and had three successful take-ons in Tuesday's 1-0 win over Milan.

Impact Brekalo was the most lively man for his side and paced Torino in shots and chances, however they were unable to break through in this one despite a solid late-game surge. He has scored twice and posted 15 shots, 12 chances created and 23 crosses in seven matches. Torino will host Sampdoria Saturday

OCTOBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Genoa Brekalo took three shots (one on target), sent in three crosses (one accurate), had four successful take-ons and scored a goal in Friday's 3-2 win over Genoa.

Impact Brekalo had a very dynamic performance and capped it off by scoring the third and deciding goal for his side with a tap-in from inside the six-yard box. It is the second time he hit the net this season. He has posted 15 shots, eight chances created and 16 crosses in six games. Torino will face Milan away Tuesday.

OCTOBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers seven crosses against Juventus Brekalo took one off-target shot, sent in seven crosses (two accurate), created four scoring chances and drew two fouls in Saturday's 0-1 loss to Juventus.

Impact Brekalo was the most active man for Torino in the final third and led his side in crosses and chances created, but they did not manage to break through. He has scored once and added nine shots, seven chances created and ten crosses in four games. Torino will face Napoli away after the break.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Venezia Brekalo took one shot on target, sent in two crosses (zero accurate), had four successful take-ons and scored a goal in Monday's 1-1 draw with Venezia.

Impact Brekalo broke the deadlock in the second half with an accurate finish from the middle of the box. It is his first Serie A goal. He has started three matches thus far, tallying eight shots, three chances created and three crosses. Torino will host Juventus Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gets buy in Sassuolo match Brekalo took four shots (zero on target), created three scoring chances and was dispossessed once in Friday's 1-0 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Brekalo was not precise when finishing, but he paced his side in chances and had a very peppy display overall. The injury to Dennis Praet will open up more minutes for all the attackers. Torino will host Lazio Thursday.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Torino on loan Brekalo will spend the 2021-22 season on loan with Torino from VfL Wolfsburg.

Impact Brekalo made just one appearance off the bench in three matches for Wolves this year in which he registered one assist, two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created. The midfielder was a mainstay in the club's starting XI last year, starting 22 of 29 contests in which he racked up seven goals on 47 shots (21 on target). Brekalo should be in contention for a spot in the starting XI with Torino and could be a top-half fantasy option given his offensive acumen.

AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist despite previous injury Brekalo (undisclosed) recorded one assist across 20 minutes during a 2-1 win Saturday against Hertha Berlin.

Impact Brekalo returned from an injury by replacing Renato Steffen and recorded the assist to Wolfsburg's game-winning goal. The former possesses a career total of 12 assists with Wolfsburg.

AUGUST 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to make 18-man squad Brekalo (undisclosed) failed to make the match day squad for Saturday's 1-0 win over Bochum.

Impact Brekalo was not in the squad due to injury according to coach Mark Van Bommel. He has been the subject of transfer rumors lately but reports of a loan move to Italy have been denied by Wolfsburg's managing director Jorg Schmadtke. Once he is fit, he should play a big role for his side this season. His next chance to return from injury comes on August 21 against Hertha Berlin.

AUGUST 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Limited to individual work Brekalo did not participate in Wednesday's team training session, raising doubts regarding his availability against VfL Bochum on Saturday.

Impact Brekalo started 22 of his 29 domestic appearances for the club last season in which he generated seven goals on 47 shots (21 on target), three assists, 58 crosses (19 accurate) and 39 corners. The team didn't provide any sort of injury indication, so it's possible a transfer is in the works which could open up for minutes for Joshua Guilavogui.

AUGUST 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Plays one half in draw Friday Brekalo had one chance created and one tackle won in Friday's 1-1 draw to Czech Republic.

Impact Brekalo was very quiet in his first start and was quickly replaced after only 45 minutes on the pitch making a very limited impact. With just 65 minutes on the pitch from the two matches thus far he may be back to the bench for the final outing of the group stages.

JUNE 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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