JUAN CABAL NEWS

Juventus advances to Italian Cup quarterfinals with 2-0 win over Udinese

Juventus advanced to the Italian Cup quarterfinals with a 2-0 win over Udinese after teenage defender Matteo Palma scored an own goal and conceded a penalty

DECEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Subs in late against Fiorentina Cabal (thigh) had five touches and one clearance and was booked in 24 minutes in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Fiorentina.

Impact Cabal relieved Filip Kostic in the second half after sitting out two months due to a thigh injury. He'll be in the mix also with the versatile Weston McKennie and Andrea Cambiaso at the position and occasionally get minutes as a center-back. He has recorded one goal, one tackle, two clearances and one interception in four appearances (one start).

NOVEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option Cabal (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Fiorentina.

Impact Cabal is finally fit after a long absence dating back to the start of October, earning a spot on the bench after eight games out. The defender has only started in one of his five appearances on the team sheet this season, so he will look to earn more time moving forward, altough a rotational role is likely.

NOVEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Fiorentina meeting Cabal (thigh) worked regularly with the rest of his teammates Thursday, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Cabal had been missing since early October and has featured just thrice so far, as he spent the summer rehabbing from an ACL tear before picking up a muscular problem. He'll be an extra option in the back, behind Pierre Kalulu, Federico Gatti, Teun Koopmeiners and Lloyd Kelly (thigh), and on the left flank, deputizing Andrea Cambiaso. He has scored once and posted two shots (one on target), one tackle (one won) and one interception during his brief cameos.

NOVEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss significant time Cabal suffered a moderate-grade biceps femoris strain in his right thigh, Juventus announced.

Impact Cabal will be re-evaluated in two weeks to better determine his timetable, but could sit out for up to a month and a half, Goal reports. He had just started to be reintegrated into the rotation following an ACL tear but wasn't a regular yet. Daniele Rugani, Joao Mario and Filip Kostic will be the top deputies behind the starters in a few different roles sans him.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Off early against Villarreal Cabal bowed out at the 16th minute of Wednesday's game versus Villarreal due to a right thigh injury, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Cabal drew his first start in months, filling in for Gleison Bremer (knee), but had to exit early after pulling a muscle while attempting a long ball. He was in serious pain upon leaving the pitch. He's headed for the exams. Joao Mario came off the bench to take his place. The starter might be back against Milan on Sunday.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Atalanta Cabal scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) in 14 minutes in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Atalanta.

Impact Cabal didn't record a stat upon replacing Gleison Bremer late in the game, other than leveling the fixture with a close-range deflection following a defensive blunder after staying in the box following a set piece. He's still being eased into action after an ACL tear, as he has come off the bench for short cameos twice. His role should progressively grow throughout the season, especially thanks to his versatility.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Sulemana's stunning goal helps Atalanta keep up its impressive record at Juventus, Inter wins

Kamaldeen Sulemana scores a stunning goal as Atalanta draws 1-1 with Juventus in Turin on Saturday

SEPTEMBER 27 • Associated Press

Juventus 1-1 Atalanta: Tudor's team fail to capitalise on De Roon red card Kamaldeen Sulemana and Juan Cabal netted either side of the break as Juventus and Atalanta settled for a point apiece on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 27 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Appears in Inter fixtures Cabal won one of one tackle and had one shot (zero on goal), one interception and one clearance in 16 minutes in Saturday's 4-3 victory versus Inter Milan.

Impact Cabal looked good relative to his minutes in his first game back from a massive knee injury. He'll be an extra option at center-back, competing with Lloyd Kelly, and on the left wing, behind Andrea Cambiaso and Filip Kostic, going forward.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

On bench vs. Inter Cabal (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Inter Milan.

Impact Cabal will make his long-awaited return from a knee injury. He should be a depth piece on the defensive line, though, so he's not expected to carry a lot of fantasy action in most slates.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Inter clash Cabal (knee) "will be an option versus Inter," coach Igor Tudor relayed.

Impact Cabal completed his recovery from an ACL tear during the break and was mentioned among the alternatives to replace Andrea Cambiaso (suspension), although he's a long shot to start, considering he hasn't featured in months. He tallied 11 crosses (three accurate), 14 tackles, four interceptions and 17 clearances in nine appearances last season, contributing to two clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Not ready yet Cabal (knee) has been training on his own during the summer, and his return isn't imminent, TuttoSport informed.

Impact Cabal has been sidelined since last November and hasn't played in the friendlies, as he's continuing to rehab. He'll surely miss a few matches to start the season, as he'll also have to ramp up after getting the final clearance.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Cabal (knee) hasn't been called up by Juventus for the FIFA Club World Cup.

Impact Cabal tore his knee in mid-November and needs more time to ramp up and reprise training with the rest of the group, unlike Gleison Bremer, who's coming back from the same injury. It remains to be seen whether he'll be ready for next season's opener.

JUNE 14 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers season-ending injury Cabal was diagnosed with an ACL tear in his left knee after getting hurt with Colombia, Juventus announced.

Impact Cabal will undergo surgery in the coming days and will be sidelined for at least six months, making it hard for him to return this campaign. He has appeared nine times so far. Nicolo Savona and Andrea Cambiaso will start consistently on the defensive wings as a result of his absence, with youngster Jonas Rouhi backing up the latter.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Peppy in Lazio game Cabal generated one shot (zero on goal), three clearances, two tackles (one won) and three crosses (two accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Lazio.

Impact Cabal got an opportunity amid an injury crunch after not playing for six straight games, turning in a good shift on both ends and delivering the cross that led to Mario Gila's own goal. Andrea Cambiaso will return to the defense shortly, but he can play on the other wing as well. He has notched seven crosses (three accurate), five tackles (two won) and 10 clearances in four starts, with two clean sheets.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Three crosses during start Cabal logged three crosses (one accurate) during Juventus' 3-0 win Monday against Como.

Impact Along with fellow full-back Andrea Cambiaso, Cabal was one of two Juventus players to attempt at least three crosses Monday. The latter logged all of them as a starter, an integral position he is not a lock for but will try to keep throughout his 2024-25 season. Along with the aforementioned Cambiaso, Cabal would likely compete for playing time against Gleison Bremer, Federico Gatti and Danilo, the last of whom was a healthy scratch Monday.

AUGUST 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Juventus Cabal has penned a five-year contract with Juventus after joining from Verona, the team confirmed.

Impact Cabal broke out in the second half of last season, becoming a staple at Verona and recording 36 tackles, 33 crosses and 46 clearances in 22 matches, contributing to three clean sheets. He'll fight for minutes in a couple of roles in the back.

JULY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Cabal served his one-game ban in Sunday's 2-1 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Cabal will return against Torino on Sunday and likely start over Ruben Vinagre as has been the case since January. He has notched 11 tackles (eight won), 14 interceptions and 19 clearances in his last five appearances, with no clean sheets.

MAY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Fiorentina game Cabal had four interceptions, three tackles (two won) and one clearance and was booked for the fifth time in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Lazio.

Impact Cabal had a pretty sound display in the back but won't be an option for Sunday's home game versus Fiorentina due to yellow-card accumulation, sitting out his first match since he became a starter in January. Ruben Vinagre or Fabien Centonze will substitute for him.

APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid against Udinese Cabal recorded two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate), two interceptions and three clearances in Saturday's 1-0 win over Udinese.

Impact Cabal was diligent in the back and attacked more than usual in the tight win. He has logged 10 tackles (eight won), 10 interceptions and 18 clearances in the last five games.

APRIL 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Energetic in Cagliari bout Cabal generated two tackles (one won), two blocks, five clearances and one interception in Monday's 1-1 draw against Cagliari.

Impact Cabal had multiple timely interventions to thwart the opposing actions in this one. He has posted 12 clearances, nine tackles (eight won) and eight crosses in the last five matches, with two clean sheets.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Turns in good shift versus Lecce Cabal won eight duels and had three crosses (one accurate), three clearances and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 win against Lecce.

Impact Cabal was a steady contributor in both cases as has routinely been the case lately. He has logged 12 crosses (two accurate), 15 clearances and seven tackles (five won) in the last five rounds.

MARCH 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid at both ends Juan Cabal had two shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Sassuolo. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 81st...

Impact Cabal took a season-high two shots while winning his only tackle and making three clearances on the defensive end. It was an all-action performance from the left-back, who also drew three fouls and crossed four times. He has only missed three minutes in Verona's last seven games and is in strong form heading into a match against Lecce on Sunday.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sound in Juventus clash Cabal won seven duels and registered one shot (zero on goal), five crosses and three crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Juventus.

Impact Cabal wasn't spotless in the back, especially on the second goal, but contributed on both ends. He has started five games in a row following the January window but might be threatened by Ruben Vinagre at some point. He has tallied 11 tackles (six won), 16 clearances and 11 crosses (two accurate) in the recent stretch.

FEBRUARY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE