Impact Spinazzola was fit after just one game on the shelf but didn't get minutes. Mathias Olivera has clearly surpassed him in the pecking order, but he might be given a chance to start shortly given the thick schedule.
OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE
LEONARDO SPINAZZOLA #37 - DEFENDER - NAPOLI
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DNP versus Milan Spinazzola (thigh) didn't come off the bench in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Milan.
Could make quick return Spinazzola (thigh) should be available Tuesday against Milan, Il Mattino reported.
Impact Spinazzola sat out the last game due to a muscular ailment but has been able to practice afterward. He'll have to pass a final fitness test to return to the squad list. Mathias Olivera is likely to start regardless.
OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE
Late scratch for Lecce game Spinazzola didn't make the game-day squad list to face Lecce on Saturday due to muscle fatigue, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.
Impact Spinazzola picked up the issue in the final training and won't be risked. He'll attempt to recuperate for the midweek round. Mathias Olivera is starting at the position and will be backed up by Pasquale Mazzocchi and Juan Jesus.
OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE
Assists as substitute Spinazzola had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing once inaccurately and creating two chances during Saturday's 2-1 win over Parma.
Impact Spinazzola entered the match at halftime and set up Romelu Lukaku for Napoli's first goal in the 92nd minute. The assist was the first goal involvement of the season for Spinazzola who has started just once through the opening three matches.
AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE
Signs with Napoli Spinazzola has agreed to a deal with Napoli after departing Roma as a free agent, the team announced.
Impact Spinazzola starred in 34 matches (23 starts) in the past campaign despite some recurring muscular problems, tallying one goal and three assists. He'll rotate with Mathias Olivera and Mario Rui on the left wing if both stay at the club.
JULY 10 • ROTOWIRE
Set to miss final games Spinazzola suffered a flexor strain in his right thigh against Bayer Leverkusen, SportMediaset informed.
Impact Spinazzola will need three-to-four weeks to recover, so he might not return before the end of the season. He has logged one goal, three assists, 106 crosses (36 accurate) and 27 tackles in 34 total appearances (23 starts). Angelino and Nicola Zalewski will absorb his minutes.
MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE
Limps off in Europa League Spinazzola left Thursday's game versus Bayer Leverkusen in the first half due to a muscular problem, Gianluca Di Marzio informed.
Impact Spinazzola seemed in significant discomfort and will take some tests in the coming days. He was replaced by Nicola Zalewski as he and Angelino got the start together, while they usually alternate at left-back.
MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE
Quiet in cameo versus Lazio Spinazzola (thigh) had one clearance and two touches in 20 minutes in Saturday's 2-1 win over Lazio.
Impact Spinazzola missed just one game due to a thigh injury but didn't have an impact in this one. He'll rotate with Angelino the rest of the way since Roma have a crowded schedule, and he's often an injury risk.
APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE
Slated to return in Derby Spinazzola (thigh) re-joined his teammates in full training on Tuesday, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.
Impact Spinazzola is on track to be an option for Saturday's clash with Lazio and might start right away, replacing Angelino, since he'll have a few days to be ready. He has gotten the nod in four of his last four appearances, posting 10 crosses (six accurate), four tackles (all won) and two clearances.
APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE
Sidelined for Lecce tilt Spinazzola (thigh) has trained on the side this week and won't be an option Monday versus Lecce, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.
Impact Spinazzola didn't suffer major injuries but hasn't recovered from a thigh pull and won't be an option for this one. Angelino will get the nod at left-back.
MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE
Avoids big injuries Spinazzola (thigh) escaped without a strain and might be able to recover for the Lecce game on April 1, Sky Italy reported.
Impact Spinazzola managed to stop in time before getting significantly hurt and could be able to recuperate during the break. He has been rotating with Anelino at left-back after the January window.
MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE
Limps off against Sassuolo Spinazzola sent in four crosses (two accurate), created one scoring chance and won two of two tackles in 37 minutes before exiting Sunday's match versus Sassuolo due to a right thi...
Impact Spinazzola got off to a good start but was unable to finish the first half due to muscular discomfort. He was replaced by Angelino, as the two rotate at the position almost regularly.
MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE
Swings in three crosses against Inter Spinazzola (thigh) registered three crosses (one accurate), one clearance and one chance created in 29 minutes in Saturday's 4-2 loss to Inter Milan.
Impact Spinazzola played half an hour after a minor thigh problem and was pretty sprightly on offense. He'll be in a timeshare with Angelino the rest of the way. He fared better than his teammate in this one. He has recorded five key passes, 20 crosses (six accurate) and five clearances in his last five showings.
FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE
Probable for Inter match Spinazzola (quad) returned to full training ahead of Saturday's game versus Inter, Ansa reported.
Impact Spinazzola is expected to be back in the squad list after sitting out two games with a strain, but Angelino will likely stay in the XI, and the two will alternate afterward. He has posted four key passes, 17 crosses (five accurate) and four clearances in his last four appearances.
FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE
Dealing with strain Spinazzola has been diagnosed with a minor left quad strain, SportMediaset relayed.
Impact Spinazzola will be out against Salernitana on Monday and might skip further fixtures, but he's not expected to be sidelined long-term. Rasmus Kristensen, Zeki Celik, and Nicola Zalewski will play as left-back while he's on the shelf.
JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE
Subs off in first half Spinazzola was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against Verona due to injury.
Impact Spinazzola left the match in the 28th minute succumbing to the injury and being replaced by Rasmus Kristensen. The full extent of the fullback's injury should be available ahead of next week's match against Monza.
JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE
Paltry against Bologna Spinazzola (thigh) had one accurate cross and two clearances in 45 minutes in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Bologna.
Impact Spinazzola made the XI but was pulled at half-time due to a combination of poor fitness and lack of effectiveness. His starting job might not be as secure due to his ailments and with Nicola Zalewski breathing down his neck. He has posted 21 crosses (six accurate), four tackles, and six chances created in his last five appearances.
DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starting in return from injury Spinazzola (thigh) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Bologna.
Impact Spinazzola returns from a thigh injury which has kept him out of Roma's last two matches in all competitions. The wing-back has scored once and provided two assists in 12 Serie A appearances.
DECEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Available for Bologna tilt Spinazzola (thigh) is making the trip to Bologna for Sunday's clash, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.
Impact Spinazzola didn't feature in the last two matches but has practiced somewhat regularly in the last couple of days and should be in the XI on Sunday considering Nicola Zalewski's suspension. Stephan El Shaarawy and Zeki Celik are the alternative options. He has recorded six chances created, 20 crosses (five accurate), and four tackles in his last four appearances.
DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Thursday Spinazzola (thigh) is not in the squad to face Sheriff on Thursday.
Impact Spinazzola was initially listed as questionable due to a thigh problem, and given Roma already qualified for the next stage, there was no need to risk him in a relatively meaningless game. The left-back's next chance to return will come against Bologna in league action on Sunday.
DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Sheriff game Spinazzola trained on the side on Wednesday due to a thigh ailment, Il Messaggero informed.
Impact Spinazzola was available but unusually didn't feature against Fiorentina because he was already dealing with the problem. He'll likely be spared to recover ahead of Sunday's game versus Bologna, where Roma won't have his backup Nicola Zalewski (suspension). Zeki Celik or Stephan El Shaarawy will adapt to the role midweek.
DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Creates three chances versus Lazio Spinazzola sent in eight crosses (three accurate), created three scoring chances, and had two tackles (zero won) and one clearance in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Lazio.
Impact Spinazzola wasn't bothered by his recent injury and was one of the most active men offensively in the stalemate. He has recorded two assists, 25 crosses (ten accurate), and nine chances created in his last five appearances.
NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go for derby Spinazzola is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Lazio.
Impact Spinazzola returns from a thigh injury which has kept him out of three straight matches in all competitions. The wing-back has scored once and provided two assists in his nine league appearances.
NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Likely for clash with Lazio Spinazzola (thigh) is set to be an option versus Lazio on Sunday, Sportmediaset reported.
Impact Spinazzola was a close call for the midweek Europa League match and hasn't had setbacks in practice. He might return directly to the starting lineup after skipping three contests. He has tallied two assists, 19 crosses (eight accurate), and four tackles in his last five appearances.
NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Available versus Slavia Prague Spinazzola (thigh) returned to full training and has been called up for Thursday's match versus Slavia Prague, Il Messaggero reported.
Impact Spinazzola is fit after missing three games and could make a cameo as a tune-up for Sunday's clash with Lazio. He has provided two assists, logged eight key passes, and launched 19 crosses (eight accurate) in his last four appearances.
NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
