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Subs in late versus Empoli Spinazzola (quad) had seven touches in 15 minutes in Monday's 3-0 win over Empoli.

Impact Spinazola worked his way back from a muscular injury that sidelined him for two matches but didn't play a lot in his return. He'll attempt to challenge Mathias Olivera for the starting job at left-back in the remaining matches.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Option off the bench Spinazolla (quad) will start on the bench for Monday's match versus Empoli.

Impact Spinazzola returns to the lineup for Monday's league match after missing the last two games with a quad injury, though he won't get the start. The 32-year-old will be eager to get back on the pitch in any capacity and could fill in at either fullback spot with Giovanni Di Lorenzo suspended.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back for Empoli bout Spinazzola (quad) "has been training with us for two days and is set to be a bench option Monday," coach Antonio Conte announced.

Impact Spinazzola is poised to return and serve as a sub after sitting out two matches due to a minor quad problem. He'll be an alternative in both fullback positions since Giovanni Di Lorenzo is missing because of a suspension. He has registered five shots (one on target), three chances created, 13 crosses (four accurate) and 10 clearances in his last four showings.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Spinazzola (quadriceps) is out for Monday's match against Bologna.

Impact Spinazzola is not on the team sheet despite training this week, appearing to have failed his testing after being labeled as a late call. He did start in four straight games before the injury and will hope to return to fitness soon.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Should be back against Bologna Spinazzola (quad) has trained during the week and is likely to return versus Bologna on Monday, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Spinazzola should be able to limit his absence to one game but will most likely begin on the bench, with Mathias Olivera manning the left wing, should he indeed be available. He has recorded five shots (one on target), three chances created, 13 crosses (four accurate) and 10 clearances in his last five displays.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Milan tilt Spinazzola won't be available Sunday versus Milan due to muscle fatigue in his right quad, Napoli announced.

Impact Spinazzola picked up the problem during a friendly earlier in the week and hasn't been able to train since, coach Antonio Conte stated. Mathias Olivera or Pasquale Mazzocchi will substitute for him on the left flank.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers four crosses against Como Spinazzola (thigh) had one key pass, four crosses (three accurate), three clearances and two tackles (one won) in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Como.

Impact Spinazzola played full minutes after sitting out two matches and was one of the few bright spots for his side in the upset loss. He's likely to be given another shot versus Inter since his competition Mathias Olivera (calf) didn't get minutes in this one. The two could also feature together. He has scored once and posted six chances created, 20 crosses (eight accurate) and 10 corners in his last five displays.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Starting on Sunday Spinazzola (thigh) is getting the nod in Sunday's game versus Como.

Impact Spinazzola won the duel with Mathias Olivera, who's also returning from injury, as the coach had to field one of the two since Pasquale Mazzocchi went down with an injury. He has scored and assisted once this season.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Como fixture Spinazzola (thigh) "has practiced regularly for two days in a row and will be available like Mathias Olivera (calf)," coach Antonio Conte announced.

Impact Spinazzola has recovered quickly from a glute strain, and whoever is in better shape between the two fullbacks will get the start on the left wing. He has scored once and logged 20 crosses (five accurate), 12 corners and four tackles (three won) in his last five outings.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers muscular injury Spinazzola has been diagnosed with a right glute strain after getting hurt in training, Napoli announced.

Impact Spinazzola will sit out a couple more matches in addition to Sunday's game versus Udinese. Pasquale Mazzocchi will hold down the fort at the position until Mathias Olivera (calf) returns. Juan Jesus will also be an option once Alessandro Buongiorno will good to go in the middle of the defense.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in start Spinazzola scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Roma.

Impact In recent starts for Napoli, Spinazzola has generated some upside from the team's left flank, logging 17 crosses in three appearances. He was not so active with crosses Sunday but easily compensated for a lack of cross quantity with his first league goal since the 2023-24 Serie A, when Roma had him.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Records six crosses Spinazzola had five crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 win over Juventus. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 91st minute.

Impact Spinazzola remained active on left flank of the defense throughout Saturday's match, recording three clearances in the defense, not to mention the three chances created and five crosses he added in the attack. He did see the start as well, receiving a full 90 minutes of play after appearing as a substitute last outing. However, he has only started in six of his 15 appearances this season and is likely to return to a bench spot next contest.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Sends four crosses Spinazzola recorded one shot (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-0 victory versus Fiorentina.

Impact Spinazzola was a constant two-way threat for Napoli, and he was a constant threat for a Napoli attack that generated tons of chances against an overmatched defense. The wing-back has started in four of his 12 Serie A appearances this season, tallying one assist, nine chances created, 10 crosses and six clearances.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

DNP versus Milan Spinazzola (thigh) didn't come off the bench in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Milan.

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, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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