LAZIO NEWS

Felipe Anderson - Assists one of three goals Anderson had an assist while taking two off target shots, crossing six times (two accurate) and creating two chances during Thursday's 3-3 draw with Empoli.

Impact Anderson set up Sergej Milinkovic-Savic in the 66th minute assisting Lazio's second goal. The assist was the fifth of the season for the attacker while he finished with the second highest amount of crosses and chances created on the team in the draw.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Alberto - Leader in multiple categories Alberto took three shots (one on goal), crossed 13 times (one accurate), created three chances and made three tackles (winning all three) during Thursday's 3-3 draw with Empoli.

Impact Alberto was held off the scoresheet but was active on both sides of the ball on Thursday. The attacker finished with team-high totals in crosses, chances created and tackles in the draw.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sergej Milinkovic-Savic - Involved in all three goals Milinkovic-Savic scored twice and had an assist while taking eight shots (four on goal), crossing four times (one accurate) and creating two chances during Thursday's 3-3 draw with...

Impact Milinkovic-Savic set up Ciro Immobile in the 14th minute before scoring himself in the 66th and 93rd minutes to play a role in all three Lazio goals. The assist and goals upped the forward's season total to seven each, while his eight shots led Lazio in the draw.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ciro Immobile - Scores, has penalty saved Immobile scored a goal while taking five shots (four on goal) and creating three chances during Thursday's 3-3 draw with Empoli.

Impact Immobile found the back of the net in the 14th minute for Lazio's first goal, but also saw a penalty saved in the 87th minute of Thursday's draw. The goal was the 14th of the season for the forward while his three chances created tied for the team-high total in the match.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Thomas Strakosha - Concedes three in draw Strakosha allowed three goals while making a save during Thursday's 3-3 draw with Empoli.

Impact Strakosha allowed two goals in the first half and one in the second as Lazio settled for a draw on Thursday. The keeper has now allowed eight goals in five league starts while his lone save upped his season total to 11.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mattia Zaccagni - Assists late equalizer Zaccagni had an assist while crossing three times (one accurate) and creating two chances during Thursday's 3-3 draw with Empoli.

Impact Zaccagni entered the match in the 59th minute and set up Sergej Milinkovic-Savic in the 93rd minute for the game tying goal. The assist was the third of the season for the wide man while his two chances created were the second most on the team in the draw.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Francesco Acerbi - Leaves in first half Acerbi was forced off in the first half of Thursday's match with Empoli through injury.

Impact Acerbi was forced off in the 25th minute after succumbing to an undisclosed injury. More information should be known about the defender's status ahead of Sunday's match at Inter.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Francesco Acerbi - Will start against Empoli Acerbi (thigh) has been named in the starting XI to face Empoli Thursday.

Impact Acerbi will manage to stay in the starting XI despite nursing a thigh strain during the break and only recently returning to practice. He has tallied 13 tackles, 22 interceptions, 52 clearances and 19 blocks in 17 matches so far, with two clean sheets.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ciro Immobile - Starting against Empoli Immobile (COVID-19) will start Thursday against Empoli.

Impact Immobile shook off Coronavirus about a week ago and will be back in the XI as expected. He has bagged 13 goals and provided wo assists in 15 matches, adding 53 shots and ten chances.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Toma Basic - Called up for Empoli match Basic (undisclosed) has been named in Lazio's squad list to face Empoli Thursday.

Impact Basic is available despite missing multiple training sessions for undisclosed reasons. He will likely come off the bench differently from recent games. He has notched two assists, seven shots, seven crosses and 11 clearances in 13 games (five starts).

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Toma Basic - Unlikely for Empoli game Basic has not been spotted at practice in the last two days, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Basic has been absent for undisclosed reasons, and the site speculates he might have been a close contact with somebody who tested positive for COVID-19. Even if gets cleared on game-day, Luis Alberto will most likely get the nod in the midfield Thursday.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Francesco Acerbi - Could feature against Empoli Acerbi (thigh) has been able to practice fully Wednesday, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Acerbi returned to practice after missing a couple of weeks and the coach could start him right away if he was not at risk of a relapse. Patric would likely fill in if he was held out. He has posted 13 tackles, 22 interceptions, 52 clearances and 19 blocks in 17 matches so far, with two clean sheets.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mattia Zaccagni - Returns to practice Zaccagni took the medicals and then practiced Monday, Il Messaggero reports.

Impact Zaccagni could not re-join the team right after the winter break due to COVID-19 protocols, although it was not disclosed whether he tested positive himself. He is poised to be available for Thursday's game versus Empoli, although the return of Ciro removes one spot up front. He has logged two goals, two assists, eight shots and five chances in his last five starts.

JANUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Elseid Hysaj - Will be back versus Empoli Hysaj (thigh) has practiced fully in the last couple of days and is expected to play Thursday versus Empoli, Corriere dello Sport reports.

Impact Hysaj sat out one game due to muscle fatigue, and he managed to shake off the ailment during the break. He will resume alternating on the right flank with Manuel Lazzari, and he has generally featured more than the teammate. He has tallied four chances, four tackles and four interceptions in the last five appearances, with no clean sheets.

JANUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mattia Zaccagni - Isolating in Dubai Zaccagni did not practice in the first two sessions after the break as he is currently quarantining in Dubai where he spent the holidays, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Zaccagni and Lazio did not disclose whether he tested positive of if he was a close contact with somebody who did. The situation puts his availability for January 6th's match against Empoli in question. Lazio will have Ciro Immobile back for that game, so Felipe Anderson would be able to return to his usual role on the flank, making up for the potential absence of Zaccagni.

JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jean Akpa - Called up for AFCON Akpa Akpro has been named in Ivory Coast roster for the African Cup of Nations.

Impact Akpa Akpro will be unavailable for the next four Serie A fixtures. He is generally a backup behind Luis Alberto, Sergej Milinkovic-Savic, Danilo Cataldi, Toma Basic and Lucas Leiva in the Lazio midfield.

JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Francesco Acerbi - Nursing muscular problem Acerbi suffered a minor thigh strain in the Venezia game, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Acerbi let the game a little early due to the problem and, while he progressed during the time off, he is considered in doubt for January 6th's match versus Empoli. Stefan Radu and Patric would be next in line if he was forced to miss time.

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ciro Immobile - Clears protocol Immobile has tested negative for COVID-19 and will return to practice Thursday after the mandatory medical, Corriere della Sera reports.

Impact Immobile sat out the last two matches, first with a non-COVID illness and then because he got infected. With a full week of practice, he will be ready to roll and most likely start in January 6th's home game versus Empoli. He has scored five times and added 12 shots and two chances in the last six matches.

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sergej Milinkovic-Savic - Assists at Venezia Milinkovic-Savic assisted one goal from three chances created, sent in three crosses (two accurate), made one tackle (zero won), one interception, two clearances and one block in W...

Impact Milinkovic-Savic assisted Luis Alberto's goal during stoppage time to seal their road win. That was his sixth assist in the season, to go with five goals. The midfielder will now look to get on the scoresheet again when they host Empoli on Jan 6.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Alberto - Scores as substitute Luis Alberto scored one goal from his only shot, sent in one inaccurate cross and made one tackle (won) in 16 minutes during Wednesday's 3-1 win at Venezia.

Impact Luis Alberto subbed on in the 74th minute and scored during stoppage time to give them the 3-1 lead and seal the deal. That was his third goal in the season. The midfielder looks out of favor right now, but will look to get the nod when they host Empoli on Jan 6.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Danilo Cataldi - Assists in road win Cataldi assisted one goal from his only chance created, took one off-target shot, sent in three crosses (one accurate) and made two tackles (one won) in Wednesday's 3-1 win at Vene...

Impact Cataldi assisted Francesco Acerbi in the 48th minute to give them the 2-1 lead. That was his first assist in the season, to go with one goal. They will now host Empoli on Jan 6.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Francesco Acerbi - Scores in road win Acerbi scored one goal from his only shot, made one interception, four clearances and one block in Wednesday's 3-1 win at Venezia.

Impact Acerbi scored in the 48th minute to give them the 2-1 lead early in the second half. That was his third goal in the season, while also co-leading his side in clearances during the match. They will now host Empoli on Jan 6.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Adam Marusic - Assists in road win Marusic assisted one goal from his only chance created, sent in one inaccurate cross, made one interception, four clearances and one block in Wednesday's 3-1 win at Venezia.

Impact Marusic created Pedro's opener in the third minute, his first assist in the season. The right-back also co-led his side in clearances, helping them earn three points on the road. They will now host Empoli on Jan 6.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pedro - Scores opener at Venezia Pedro scored one goal from two shots, made five tackles (one won) and picked up a yellow card in Wednesday's 3-1 win at Venezia.

Impact Pedro scored the opener in the third minute, paving the way for their road win. The forward now has eight goals and four assists in the season, while also receiving his third yellow card in the proccess. They will now host Empoli on Jan 6.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Thomas Strakosha - Makes one save in win Strakosha made one save in Wednesday's 3-1 win at Venezia.

Impact Strakosha had a pretty quiet outing and wasn't really tested, conceding once in the first half as they cruised for the road win. The goalkeeper has four clean sheets over 10 starts, and will now look for another one when they host Empoli on Jan 6.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE