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Available after months against Fiorentina Banda (ankle) "will be in the squad for Friday's tilt versus Fiorentina," coach Marco Giampaolo relayed.

Impact Banda had been ramping up for a while after undergoing ankle surgery back in November and will likely make a few cameos before possibly recapturing a regular role. He played 10 times (six starts) before getting hurt, assisting once and logging 11 shots (two on target), nine key passes and 21 crosses (six accurate).

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with serious injury Banda will require surgery due to a malleolus fracture, Lecce announced.

Impact Banda got hurt more than a week ago and had to wait for the response since he was called up by Gambia anyway. He'll be sidelined for at least a couple of months. Santiago Pierotti, Nicola Sansone, Tete Morente and Ante Rebic will absorb his minutes on the left wing.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves Empoli game early Banda recorded one cross (zero accurate) and was subbed out due to a potential ankle injury, Sky Italy reported, in Friday's match versus Empoli.

Impact Banda played limited minutes despite getting the start as he fell hard and got tangled up with a teammate and bowed out a few minutes later. He'll take some tests during the break. Santiago Pierotti replaced him off the bench. Lecce will have their next match on November 25 against Venezia.

NOVEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal Banda assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Tuesday's 1-0 win against Verona.

Impact Banda set up the only goal of the game for Patrick Dorgu in the 51st minute. Banda completed two dribbles and also made a clearance before being replaced by Tete Morente in the 73rd minute. Banda has featured in eight games this season, starting four of those and this was his first goal involvement of the season.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Peppy in Napoli contest Banda drew four fouls and recorded three shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Napoli.

Impact Banda got his first nod in a while after dealing with a lingering knee injury and his best showing of the season, as he gave the opponents fits with his sprints, but with no end product. He'll be a fixture of the formation if he stays healthy. He has logged six shots (one on target), four key passes and six crosses (two accurate) in his last four appearances.

OCTOBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Creates one chance against Fiorentina Banda (knee) had two crosses (one accurate) and one key pass and drew two fouls in 45 minutes in Sunday's 6-0 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Banda played a half after a knee issue and looked reasonably well despite the result. He'll be in contention to start against Napoli since Patrick Dorgu will likely move to the defense due to Antonio Gallo's suspension.

OCTOBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Fiorentina match Banda (knee) "rehabbed for 12 days during the break but looked good during the final practice," coach Luca Gotti relayed.

Impact Banda got past a knee problem that nagged him for a while and will be available against Fiorentina but will probably be managed at first. His return should impact Ante Rebic and Tete Morente's minutes. He has played five times (two starts) so far, tallying seven shots (two on target), six key passes and 10 crosses (three accurate).

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Udinese match Banda is missing from Lecce's squad list to face Udinese on Saturday due to a knee contusion.

Impact Banda has been dealing with the issue for a while and took a trip to visit a specialist earlier this week but was able to train on the side afterward, which suggests that he's not dealing with anything major even though he won't be an option for this one. Tete Morente, Ante Rebic and Remi Oudin will soak up his minutes.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off the bench versus Milan Banda had two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 3-0 defeat versus AC Milan.

Impact Banda hasn't started in two consecutive matches since suffering a minor knee injury. He faces more competition as Ante Rebic has looked increasingly good, but the two could also end up featuring together at the expense of Tete Morente. He has notched seven shots (two on target), six key passes and 10 crosses (three accurate) in five appearances.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off the bench versus Milan Banda had two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 3-0 defeat versus AC Milan.

Impact Banda hasn't started in two consecutive matches since suffering a minor knee injury. He faces more competition as Ante Rebic has looked increasingly good, but the two could also end up featuring together at the expense of Tete Morente. He has notched seven shots (two on target), six key passes and 10 crosses (three accurate) in five appearances.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot versus Parma Banda (knee) had one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate), one interception and one chance created in 25 minutes in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Parma.

Impact Banda made a cameo in his return from a minor knee injury and didn't do much during his time on the pitch. He could unseat either Tete Morente or Ante Rebic in the next game. He has tallied five shots (one on target), five key passes and nine crosses (two accurate) in four appearances (two starts).

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns bench spot Banda (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Parma.

Impact Banda is back with the team as expected Saturday, returning to the team sheet after missing the club's last match. He will look to see some time to test his legs before hopefully returning to the starting XI in their next match, as he had started in his last two appearances.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Parma match Banda (knee) "missed seven days of training but returned well. In any case, we need to manage him," coach Luca Gotti announced.

Impact Banda resumed training fully late in the week and is poised to be an option following a one-game absence due to a knock, but he's more likely to come off the bench given his imperfect conditions. Tete Morente and Ante Rebic manned the wings in the previous match, where Patrick Dorgu was also missing. He has tallied four shots (one on target), four key passes and eight crosses (two accurate) in three appearances (two starts).

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit out Torino fixture Banda hasn't been called up for Sunday's clash with Torino due to a knee contusion, Lecce relayed.

Impact Banda got banged up while on international duties, and the early tests ruled out more serious problems to the joint, so he could be able to make a quick recovery. Patrick Dorgu (suspension) is missing too on the wings, so two among Remi Oudin, Ante Rebic, Tete Morente and Santiago Pierotti will start wide.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses in loss Banda generated one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Inter Milan. In addition, he was given a yellow card i...

Impact Banda made his first start of the season Saturday and recorded four crosses, including one accurate cross. He also created multiple chances before he was subbed off in the 64th minute for Tete Morente. After a decent creative performance, Banda may find himself in the starting XI more often moving forward.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes summer debut Banda (knee) came off the bench in Wednesday's friendly versus Galatasaray.

Impact Banda was eased into a regular workload during the pre-season due to a previous knee surgery and skipped a pair of matches, but he was able to play well before the opener and is poised to be a full go in about three weeks.

JULY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will recover during the summer Banda will be out for about 45 days after getting his knee scoped, Lecce announced.

Impact Banda will miss the remaining fixtures but will be ready for the start of the next season since the surgery revealed no structural damage.

APRIL 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Done for the season Banda will undergo right knee surgery due to persistent pain near his patella, Lecce announced.

Impact Banda has been in and out of the squad list as of late because of multiple injuries and will be shut down to heal completely. Patrick Dorgu, Pontus Almqvist, Nicola Sansone and Santiago Pierotti will man the flanks the rest of the way.

APRIL 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable versus Empoli Banda "has been selected for the Empoli game to stay close to his teammate, but he can't play due to an ankle injury," coach Luca Gotti announced.

Impact Banda suffered the problem in the last game, where he subbed off at halt-time and trained on the side throughout the week. Pontus Alqmvist, Santiago Pierotti and Remi Oudin will absorb his minutes.

APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles against Mialn Banda drew two fouls and registered two crosses (zero accurate), one successful take-on and one tackle (one won) in Saturday's 3-0 loss against AC Milan.

Impact Banda returned to the starting lineup after a suspension, replacing Pontus Almqvist, but had an underwhelming showing and was substituted at halftime. He has totaled 11 shots (three on target), 11 crosses (three accurate) and two key passes in his last five showings, with no goals or assists.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fires three shots versus Roma Banda (knee) won two duels, drew two fouls and had three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in 29 minutes in Monday's 0-0 draw against Roma.

Impact Banda played the final portion of the game due to his imperfect conditions but looked pretty good. He might unseat Patrick Dorgu, Pontus Almqvist or one of the two strikers in the next game if he has a clean week of practice. He has logged 11 shots (three on target), two key passes and nine crosses (three accurate) in his last four appearances.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Monday Banda (knee) is on the bench for Monday's match against Roma.

Impact Banda makes his return to the team sheet Monday despite his recent injury woes, having been deemed fit enough to make the bench following a knee issue. The forward has had a tough time with injuries this season but will hope he can leave those all behind for the rest of the season, looking to finish the season on a strong note as a regular starter, as he has only missed four starts all season when an option.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available despite knee ailment Banda has been called up for Monday's fixture versus Roma despite nursing knee soreness throughout the break, Lecce relayed.

Impact Banda sat out the last game due to a suspension and logged just one full session in the lead-up to the clash, so he might begin on the bench, with Roberto Piccoli, Remi Oudin or Nicola Sansone starting on the left wing. He has posted 13 shots (three on target), three kye passes and 12 crosses (three accurate) in his last six appearances (four starts).

MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes ban Banda served a one-game suspension in Saturday's 1-0 win over Salernitana.

Impact Banda will return against Roma and likely start over either Roberto Piccoli or Nend Krstovic, as the new coach went with a heavier attack while he was out. He has yet to contribute to a goal since returning from AFCON, posting 13 shots (three on target), three chances created and 12 crosses (three accurate) in six appearances.

MARCH 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for next game Banda recorded four shots (one on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one chance created and picked up his fifth yellow card in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Verona.

Impact Banda picked up a decent amount of stats but mostly had a ho-hum showing and struggled to carry the offense. He'll miss Saturday's match versus Salernitana due to yellow-card accumulation. Nicola Sansone or Santiago Pierotti will replace him on the left wing.

MARCH 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE