LORENZO INSIGNE NEWS

Ruled out for Milan clash Insigne will be unavailable for Sunday's game versus Milan due to a lingering calf problem, coach Luciano Spalletti informed.

Impact Insigne is still nursing the same issue that cost him a couple of matches recently even though played through it last week. He has been very limited in training in recent days. Either Eljif Elmas or Hirving Lozano will play on the left flank Sunday.

DECEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 17, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Produces against Empoli Insigne (calf) took seven shots (two on target), created three scoring chances and sent in five crosses (three accurate) in 68 minutes in Sunday's 0-1 loss to Empoli.

Impact Insigne subbed in early once Piotr Zielinski bowed out and had a strong outing considering he had missed two matches due to a calf contracture. He paced his team in multiple offensive categories and was unlucky not to score or assist. He will be back in the starting XI for Sunday's clash with Milan. He has dished two assists in the last five matches, adding 17 shots, eight chances crated and 13 crosses.

DECEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will be back for Empoli match Insigne (calf) will be available for Sunday's game against Empoli, coach Luciano Spalletti announced.

Impact Insigne has shaken off the calf problem that sidelined last week and will be in contention to start with Hirving Lozano and Matteo Politano, depending on how many minutes he can handle. He has logged two assists, ten shots, four chances created and six crosses in his last four appearances.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Atalanta game Insigne (calf) was not named in Napoli's squad list to face Atalanta Saturday.

Impact Insigne is not dealing with a major problem, but he picked up a contracture too recently to be available for this game. Elijf Elmas, Matteo Politano and Adam Ounas are in the running to take his place on the wing.

DECEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with minor issue Insigne suffered a calf contracture in the Sassuolo game, Napoli announced.

Impact Insigne has been labeled as day-to-day ahead of Satuday's clash with Atalanta. If he could not recover, Elijf Elmas and Matteo Politano would be next in line to take his place in the XI.

DECEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Sassuolo Insigne was subbed out at halftime of Wednesday's draw against Sassuolo after suffering an apparent injury. He took two shots (one on target) and made an interception in the match...

Impact It is unclear whether Isnigne will be forced to miss additional game time due to his potential injury, but Hirving Lozano could slide over to the left wing Saturday against Atalanta if necessary.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Lazio Insigne (knee) took four shots (one on target), created one scoring chance, drew two fouls and picked up an assist in Sunday's 4-0 win over Lazio.

Impact Insigne assisted the first goal by Dries Mertens with a slick pass in the box and came in second for shots for his side. He has posted three helpers, three goals, 19 shots and 14 chances created in the last six appearances. Napoli will face Sassuolo away Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fine for Lazio game Insigne (knee) has returned to full practice and is fully available for Sunday's match versus Lazio, coach Luciano Spalletti informed.

Impact Insigne sat out the midweek Europa League tilt due to knee soreness, but he will gut it out in Serie A. He has recorded three goals, two assists, 15 shots and 13 chances created in his last four starts.

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knee issue Insigne will miss Thursday's match against Lokomotiv Moscow due to knee tendinopathy, Napoli announced.

Impact Insigne will be managed midweek but the early indication is that he will bite the bullet in Sunday's clash with Lazio considering also the absences of Matteo Politano and Victor Osimhen.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist versus Inter Insigne created one scoring chance, was dispossessed twice and picked up an assist in Sunday's 2-3 loss to Inter.

Impact Insigne had a very quiet display overall but salvaged it serving Piotr Zielinski before a successful long-range attempt in the first half. He has scored just twice in the last six Serie A matches. He is up to four goals, four assists, 40 shots and 28 chances created in 12 matches. Napoli will host Lazio Sunday.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Napoli finally beaten as Inter revives Serie A title bid

Serie A leader Napoli lost for the first time this season as Inter Milan reinvigorated its Italian title bid with a 3-2 win

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Italy and Switzerland still level on points after 1-1 draw

Another missed penalty from Ballon d’Or candidate Jorginho means European champion Italy still has some work to do in order to qualify for the World Cup

NOVEMBER 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Misfires against Verona Insigne (thigh) took four shots (zero on target), created two scoring chances, had three interceptions and drew one foul in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Verona.

Impact Insigne paced his team in shots, but he could not find the target in any of them. He has hit the net in just one of the last five Serie A appearances, with a brace versus Bologna. He has posted 14 shots, nine chances created and ten crosses in such stretch. Napoli will face Inter away after the break.

NOVEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Verona match Insigne (thigh) has been able to practice fully in the past two days and will be available Sunday against Verona, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Insigne sat out the past two matches due to thigh soreness, but the problem is not concerning. It will be up to the coach to decide whether to start him or use him off the bench. Hirving Lozano and Elijf Elmas are candidates to replace him in the XI in the second case.

NOVEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mancini calls up Pobega for decisive World Cup qualifiers

Torino midfielder Tommaso Pobega has been called up to Italy’s squad for the first time for decisive World Cup qualifiers against Switzerland and Northern Ireland

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dealing with fatigue Insigne will skip Thursday's Europa League game versus Legia Warsaw due to muscle fatigue, Napoli announced.

Impact Insigne did not play over the weekend for the same reason, even though he was available. He is likely behind spared ahead of Sunday's match with Verona, but it is a situation that needs to be monitored.

NOVEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Converts two PKs in 3-0 romp Insigne converted two penalties on four shots (three on target) and hauled in two chances created and three interceptions in Thursday's 3-0 win over Bologna.

Impact Insigne was clinical on both times he lined up behind the spot and has now racked up three goals and one assist over his past three matches alone. The playmaker has also racked up 11 shots (eight on target), 10 chances created and 11 crosses over the same period.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Insigne nets 2 as Napoli beats Bologna 3-0 to go top

Lorenzo Insigne converted two penalties to help Napoli beat Bologna 3-0 and move back level with AC Milan at the top of the table

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Paltry against Roma Insigne took two shots (one on target), created two scoring chances, had two successful take-ons and sent in one inaccurate cross in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Roma.

Impact Insigne put up small numbers in most offensive categories and missed one of his trademark shot from the middle of the box. He has posted two goals and three assists so far, recording 32 shots, 23 chances created and 28 crosses in nine matches. Napoli will face Bologna at home Thursday.

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mourinho's Roma humbled 6-1 in ECL; Tottenham also loses

Jose Mourinho’s Roma has been routed 6-1 by Norwegian team Bodø/Glimt in the Europa Conference League

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

8 for 8: Napoli extends perfect start with Osimhen's header

Victor Osimhen soared in for a towering header nine minutes from time and Napoli extended its perfect start to Serie A with a 1-0 win over Torino

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Misses PK at Fiorentina Insigne took three shots (two on target), created two chances, sent in three crosses (one accurate) and made one tackle (zero won) in Sunday's 2-1 win at Fiorentina.

Impact Insigne missed a PK in the 38th minute, but was lucky that Irving Lozano could score in the rebound to equalize. The forward led his side in shots during the comeback road win, and will now look to find the back of the net against Torino on Oct 17.

OCTOBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Insigne misses a sitter Lorenzo Insigne misses a sitter to put Italy level against Spain in their UEFA Nations League semi-final.

OCTOBER 6, 2021 • SKY.COM

Seventh heaven: Napoli beats Fiorentina 2-1 to stay perfect

Napoli has bounced back from its first loss of the season to maintain its perfect start to the Serie A campaign

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS