LUIS ALBERTO NEWS

Creates four chances in Genoa game Alberto (illness) took one shot on target, created four scoring chances, sent in five crosses (one accurate) and drew one foul in Sunday's 4-1 win over Genoa.

Impact Alberto came out a little earlier than usual as he sat out multiple practice sessions earlier in the week but, other than that, he was unaffected by the recent illness and was unlucky not to come away with an assist considering the strong performance. He has notched one, one assist, seven shots and 13 chances in the last five matches. Lazio will host Torino Saturday.

APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Genoa Alberto (illness) has been named in the initial XI to face Genoa Sunday.

Impact Alberto was a slight doubt as he dealt with the flu earlier in the week, but he will stay in the XI as usual. He has scored once, provided an assist and added six shots and nine chances in the last five matches.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Could be limited versus Genoa Alberto missed most of the week due to an illness, but he was spotted at the training center Friday, Corriere dello Sport informs.

Impact Alberto is set to be available, but he might come off the bench Sunday considering he sat out multiple days of training. Toma Basic would get the nod if that was the case. Alberto has logged one goal, one assist, six shots and nine chances in the last four appearances.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Sassuolo Alberto assisted one goal from two chances created, took one off-target shot, sent in four inaccurate crosses, made two tackles (zero won) and one block in Saturday's 2-1 win over...

Impact Alberto assisted Sergej Milinkovic-Savic in the 51st minute to give them the comfortable 2-0 lead at home. The midfielder now has nine assists in the season, to go with four goals. He will look to keep the momentum when they visit Genoa on Sunday.

APRIL 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in crosses, chances created Alberto took one shot (on goal), crossed four times inaccurately and created two chances during Sunday's 3-0 loss to Roma.

Impact Alberto was held off the scoresheet but wasn't alone as Lazio were shutout on Sunday. The midfielder took just one shot but led Lazio in both crosses and chances created in the loss.

MARCH 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fires in 10 crosses Alberto had one shot, 10 crosses, seven corners and created three chances in the 1-0 victory over Venezia on Monday.

Impact With an aggressive offensive push in this match, Albert did all that he could to try and beat the keeper. While normally an aggressive crosser, the midfielder's performance was above his usual average, though not the most he has had this season. He should be one of the primary offensive tools utilized in the next match against Roma.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores Saturday Alberto scored once on three shots (two on goal), as well as creating a single chance during Saturday's 3-0 win over Cagliari.

Impact Alberto scored once, his first goal since December, during Saturday's comfortable win. The attacking midfielder has 11 goal contributions on the season and has been a consistent fantasy threat with his role on set-pieces. He will be a stout play against Venezia next time out.

MARCH 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances versus Napoli Alberto took two off-target shots, sent in three crosses (zero accurate), created four scoring chances and drew one foul in Sunday's 1-2 loss to Napoli.

Impact Alberto paced his team in chances but lacked touch in other areas and missed a clear-cut chance in the box in the first half. He has found some consistency as a creator, but he has not scored since late December. He has tallied two assists, nine shots, 17 chances and 26 crosses in the last five outings. Lazio will face Cagliari away Saturday.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will return against Napoli Alberto completed his suspension in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Udinese.

Impact Alberto will likely be back in the starting lineup over Toma Basic, although the coach has often picked the teammate in more challenging matches because he is more defensive-minded. On the other hand, Alberto is in a groove having tallied two assists, 14 chances and 29 crosses in the last five matches.

FEBRUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Seventh assist of season Alberto had an assist while crossing six times (three accurate) and creating five chances during Saturday's 3-0 win over Bologna.

Impact Alberto set up Mattia Zaccagni in the 53rd minute assisting Lazio's second goal. The assist was the seventh of the season for the attacker while his six crosses and five chances created were both team-high totals in the win.

FEBRUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Does not take a single shot in win Alberto created three chances, sent five crosses (none accurate), took three corners, made one tackle (one won) and intercepted twice during the 3-0 victory over Fiorentina on Satu...

Impact Alberto ran rampant over Fiorentina in the big win Saturday. The midfielder controlled the pace of play the entire match and he was ultimately a part of every single goal. The major issue that still persists is the bulk of his value comes from his role on set-pieces. If he were to ever lose that role with the club, his value would instantly tank since he rarely takes shots. Alberto will remain with a solid floor, but his ceiling will always be capped. Over his last five appearances, he is averaging, 1.4 shots, 2.2 created chances, 7.0 crosses and 5.0 corners per 90 minutes in all competitions.

FEBRUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good against Atalanta Alberto took one shot on target, sent in six crosses (two accurate), created three scoring chances and drew one foul in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Atalanta.

Impact Alberto was one of the few Lazio players that managed to put up decent numbers in the stalemate, as he paced his team in crosses and chance. He has notched one goal, eight shots, eight chances and 31 crosses in the last five games. Lazio will visit Fiorentina on February 6th.

JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

McKennie, Dybala help Juventus beat Udinese 2-0 in Serie A

It was a tale of two celebrations in Turin as Juventus beat relegation-threatened Udinese 2-0 in Serie A

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Launches eight crosses in victory Alberto had three shots (one on goal), eight crosses, created one chance and was fouled once in the 3-0 victory against Salernitana on Saturday.

Impact Though Salernitana fell behind early, the offensive pressure never stopped. Alberto knows his role is to feed as many crosses into the box as he can, and he did his job. In 26 appearances this season, the midfielder has fired in 94 crosses, an average of just under four per match.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in Inter game Alberto sent in three crosses (two accurate), created one scoring chance and had one clearance in 22 minutes in Sunday's 1-2 loss to Inter.

Impact Alberto was used off the bench as the coach went with a more muscular lineup and his output was limited. He has started just once in the past five matches, but he is capable of delivering even with little playing time. He has scored once, provided two assists and added four shots and 23 crosses in the recent stretch. Lazio will face Salernitana away Saturday.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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

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

Inter ends year with 7th straight win and control of Serie A

Inter Milan ended the year with a 1-0 win over Torino to confirm its control of Serie A and intention of securing consecutive Italian league titles

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Registers two assists in win Alberto provided two assists, created two chances, delivered four crosses and won one tackle in Friday's 3-1 win versus Genoa.

Impact Alberto came off the bench in the second half and displayed an excellent offensive outing as he collected two assists to help his side take home all three points. The midfielder's playing time, however, has been limited as of late as he has failed to start a game since Dec. 2. He has registered two goals and six assists in 22 appearances this season. He will push to be included in the starting XI Wednesday versus Venezia after a great offensive performance.

DECEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Poised to return versus Genoa Alberto (thigh) was able to practice with no limitations Tuesday, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Alberto played just 15 minutes in the last three games, and was outright unavailable for the most recent one, due to a minor thigh injury. He is set to resume being an option in Friday's home game against Genoa and will be in contention to start with Toma Basic. The coach might opt to bring him off the bench given the circumstances. He has logged two goals, four assists, 20 shots and 21 chances created in 15 games (12 starts).

DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailale against Sassuolo Alberto (thigh) did not make the match-day squad list to face Sassuolo Sunday.

Impact Alberto is missing because of a late thigh injury. Jean-Daniel Akpa Akpro is filling in for him in the midfield, with Danilo Cataldi and Toma Basic completing the line and Lucas Leiva and Andre Anderson as the alternatives off the bench.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sassuolo match Alberto has not practiced in the last two days due to a thigh problem and is a long-shot to feature Sunday versus Sassuolo, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Alberto was managed in the midweek Europa League game against Galatasaray and the coach hinted that he was not 100 percent. He will have another test on game-day, but the reports are pessimistic. With Sergej Milinkovic-Savic also unavailable because of a suspension, Lazio will have to lean on backups Toma Basic and Jean-Daniel Akpa Akpro.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fires two shots against Napoli Alberto took two shots (one on target), sent in two crosses (one accurate), created two scoring chances and had two interceptions in Sunday's 0-4 loss to Napoli.

Impact Alberto put together an okay line despite the rough loss, picking up small numbers in a few categories. He had the best chance for his side, but David Ospina pulled it out of the top corner. He has posted two goals, four assists, 17 shots and 20 chances created in 14 games. Lazio will host Udinese Thursday.

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Flops in Juventus game Alberto won one duel, took one off-target shot and sent in six inaccurate crosses in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Juventus.

Impact Alberto took care of a few set pieces, but he could not connect with a teammate in any of them. He was coming off his second goal of the season, but he has mostly been silent lately. He has notched five shots, three chances created and 22 crosses in the last five matches. Lazio will face Napoli away next Sunday.

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Wins six duels against Atalanta Alberto sent in two inaccurate crosses (zero accurate), won one of three tackles and six duels and drew one foul in Saturday's 2-2 tie with Atalanta.

Impact Alberto had a rather uninspiring performance as he had to focus more on defennding due to the caliber of the opponent. He got the nod in the past two goals after a stretch of cameos off the bench. He has tallied one goal, four assists, 17 chances created and 28 crosses in 11 matches. Lazio will face Salernitana at home next Sunday.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE