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Takes one shot versus Manchester United Muriel sent in two crosses (zero accurate), created one scoring chance, took one shot on target and drew two fouls in 19 minutes in Tuesday's 2-2 draw with Manchester United.

Impact Muriel continues to be used mostly off the bench, as he has started just twice in the last seven matches. While he has produced in such role in the past, he has collected just one assist in the recent stretch, adding 13 shots, four chances created and six crosses. Atalanta will face Cagliari away Saturday.

NOVEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Decent off bench against Lazio Muriel took two off-target shots, sent in two crosses (both accurate), drew one foul and won five duels in 23 minutes in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Lazio.

Impact Muriel had decent volume considering the limited playing time and came a few inches from scoring with a daisy-cutter from outside the box. He lost minutes after a thigh injury, as he has started just once in the past six matches, registering one assist, 12 shots and three chances created. Atalanta will host Manchester United in Champions League Tuesday and then visit Cagliari next Saturday.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Empoli Muriel took five shots (two on target), created two scoring chances, drew one foul and picked up an assist in Sunday's 4-1 win over Empoli.

Impact Muriel returned the XI for the first time since a thigh injury and collected a point by setting up Josip Ilicic's second goal. His minutes still appear to be capped and the coach has refrained from using him and Duvan Zapata together so far. He has logged one goal, 14 shots and seven chances created in five matches. Atalanta will face Manchester United away Wednesday and host Udinese next Sunday.

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet off bench versus Milan Muriel took one off-target shot, sent in one inaccurate cross, created one scoring chance and won one duel in 34 minutes in Sunday's 2-3 loss to Milan.

Impact Muriel saw limited minutes for the second game in a row as he is being eased into action after a thigh injury. An eventual absence of Matteo Pessina would open up some room for all the other Atalanta attackers. He has scored once and recorded nine shots, five chances created and five crosses in four games. Atalanta will face Empoli away after the break.

OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench Muriel made a 15-minute substitute appearance in Wednesday's UCL clash with Young Boys.

Impact Muriel made the most of his limited minutes as he managed two shots (one on target). With his thigh problem seemingly behind him, the forward could return to the starting XI for the first time since Aug. 28 versus Bologna when the club faces AC Milan on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Set to be available versus Young Boys Muriel (thigh) has practiced well early in the week and should be on an option for Wednesday's game versus Young Boys, coach Gian Piero Gasperini announced.

Impact Muriel has missed the past five matches due to a thigh strain, but he has been able to return earlier than expected. He will likely see limited minutes in the next two matches as he works his way back into shape. He has scored once and added six shots, four chances created and four crosses in two games.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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Manchester United will be under serious pressure to qualify if it loses at home to Villarreal after starting group play with a shocking defeat at Young Boys in Switzerland

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will miss extended time Muriel underwent new tests on his injured thigh, which revealed a sizeable strain, and he will rest completely for seven days before being re-evaluated, Atalanta informed.

Impact Muriel has been dealing with the issue for a couple of weeks, but he has not improved much. He is surely out for the next three matches, and likely much a few more. Duvan Zapata and Roberto Piccoli are on track to recover from their physical problems and will shoulder the attack, alongside Josip Ilicic.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Might not be ready for Fiorentina match Muriel (thigh) was limited to some therapies Tuesday, Atalanta announced.

Impact Muriel is nursing a thigh problem that forced him to miss international duties. He has yet to resume practicing and, with only a few days to go before the match, he appears a long-shot to feature. Josip Ilicic and Ruslan Malinovskyi could lead the frontline since Duvan Zapata and Roberto Piccoli are not fully fit either.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Excused for international duties Muriel will stay in Italy to rehab a thigh injury and will not play with Colombia during the international break, L'Eco di Bergamo reports.

Impact Muriel picked up the problem in the opener and might have aggravated it during the second match, although its extent is not known yet. He is in danger of missing the Fiorentina game in two weeks.

AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Produces against Bologna Muriel took four shots (one on target), sent in four crosses (one accurate), created four scoring chances and drew three fouls in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Bologna.

Impact Muriel did not manage to break through, but he still put up great numbers across the board, leading his team in multiple offensive categories. He will lead the Atalanta front-line for as long as Duvan Zapata is sidelined. He found the target in the opener. They will host Fiorentina in two weeks.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Bologna game Muriel did not have lingering problems after subbing off versus Torino and will start Saturday against Bologna, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Muriel bowed out early in the second half last week, but his problem was minor and he practiced regularly. With Duvan Zapata still sidelined, he will again lead the frontline versus Bologna, eyeing his second goal of the season.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and subs off against Torino Muriel took two shots (one on target), drew one foul, had three successful take-ons, scored a goal and bowed out early in the second half in Saturday's 2-1 win over Torino.

Impact Muriel broke the deadlock early with a tremendous solo action and left-footed scorcher from distance. However, he limped off ten minutes into the second half and coach Gasperini stated that he picked up a minor problem that will have to be assessed throughout the week. Atalanta will host Bologna Saturday.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Çalhanoğlu stars as Inter routs Genoa 4-0 in Serie A opener

New Inter Milan signing Hakan Çalhanoğlu scored one goal and set up another as the Nerazzurri got their Serie A title defense off to a winning start with a 4-0 win at home to Genoa

AUGUST 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes cameo in Milan clash Muriel took three shots (zero on target), sent in three inaccurate crosses, created one scoring chance and won nine duels in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Milan.

Impact Muriel subbed in at half-time and shined as far as the peripheral stats were concerned, while he misfired on all his attempts. He amassed 25 goals, eight assists, 98 shots and 50 chances created in 43 appearances this year.

MAY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in very late versus Genoa Muriel (thigh) won two duels and had one successful take-on in a handful of minutes in Saturday's 4-3 win over Genoa.

Impact Muriel was spared ahead of the midweek Coppa Italia final because of a knock on his thigh. He should be in better shape for next Sunday's home game versus Milan. He has recorded four goals, two assists, 13 shots and nine created chances in the last five appearances.

MAY 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Genoa match Muriel picked up a thigh contusion in the last game and will have to be assessed over the 24 hours, coach Gian Piero Gasperini announced.

Impact Muriel did not look in practice Friday according to the coach, who was hopeful the situation could improve in short order. If Muriel was spared, Josip Ilicic and Aleksey Miranchuk would see an uptick of minutes.

MAY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Benevento Muriel scored one goal on three shots (two on target), created two chances and delivered four crosses in Wednesday's 2-0 win versus Benevento.

Impact Muriel had a good offensive outing Wednesday as he found the back of the net to help his side take home all three points. The striker has now scored three goals and provided two assists in his last four appearances. He will look to continue the strong offensive form Saturday versus Genoa.

MAY 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Super League rebel Juventus loses 3-0 to Milan, drops to 5th

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MAY 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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MAY 9, 2021 • YOUTUBE

Inter Milan wins first Serie A title since 2010

Inter Milan has won its first Serie A title in more than a decade after second-place Atalanta drew 1-1 at Sassuolo

MAY 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Super League entrant Juventus struggles again in Serie A

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APRIL 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Inter moves 8 points clear at top as Milan, Juve drop points

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APRIL 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Real Madrid beats Atalanta to return to CL quarterfinals

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MARCH 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Atalanta and Lazio warm up for CL with wins in Serie A

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MARCH 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS