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Well-rounded against Bologna Portanova took three shots (two on target), drew one foul, won three of three tackles and had two clearances in last Saturday's 0-1 loss to Bologna.

Impact Portanova picked up stats at both ends in the season finale. He enjoyed a breakout season in 2021/2022, registering one goal, 29 shots (12 on target), nine chances, 46 tackles and 19 clearances in 24 appearances (17 starts).

JUNE 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Torino Portanova took one shot on target, drew two fouls, won nine duels and scored a goal in Friday's 1-0 win over Torino.

Impact Portanova bagged his first career goal by being the quickest to react on a pair of ricochets in the box and tapping it in from inside the six-yard box. He has cemented his spot in the starting XI over the last three months, and he is generally able to put up small numbers across the board. He has posted nine shots, seven crosses, four tackles and five interceptions in the last five matches. Genoa will face Verona away after the break.

MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes to offense and defense Portanova had two shots (both off target), two crosses, three interceptions, three tackles and three fouls in the 0-0 draw with Inter Milan on Friday.

Impact Thought to be underdogs going into this match, Portanova's play at both ends of the pitch helped his squad squeak by with a draw. The midfielder has been increasing both his tackles and shots per appearance, so hopefully he will add to his totals against Empoli.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fires in four crosses Portanova had three shots (none on goal), four crosses, one interception and one foul in the 1-1 draw with Salernitana on Sunday.

Impact In an attempt to pull ahead from Salernitana, the squad made a push to try and score again. Though Portanova wasn't successful in this match, he has been ramping up his crosses in his most recent appearances and will likely continue to do so in the next match against Venezia.

FEBRUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in eight crosses in draw Portanova had one shot on goal, created two chances, sent in eight crosses (three accurate) and made one tackle (won) during Saturday's scoreless draw against Roma.

Impact Portanova couldn't generate much on open play, but was the usual menace on set pieces, leading all players in crosses, but Genoa forwards couldn'r convert these chances into goals. After a rough stretch over the last two months, the playmaker looks finally in his best shape after missing the start of the season. He'll try to appear on the scoresheet for the first time during Feb. 13 home match against Salernitana.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets ejected in second-half of draw Portanova produced two shots (none on target), created one chance, sent six crosses (one accurate), took four corners and made seven tackles (four won) in the 0-0 draw with Udinese...

Impact Portanova shined in moments and was dull in others. The midfielder ultimately had the best chance of the game and he butchered it. He did however throw together a season-high seven tackles and he succeeded on half of them. Unfortunately, this was more of an outlier performance than expected though. Until Portanova can produce more consistently, he can be passed for safer options.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot in tie Portanova had one shot (not on target), four crosses, one block, three interceptions, one tackle, two fouls and created two chances in the 1-1 tie against Sassoulo on Thursday.

Impact Portanova played one of his best matches of the season on both sides of the pitch. He tied his season best for chances created, and set new records for both crosses and interceptions.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Arrested over sexual misconduct charges Portanova is currently under house arrest after being accused of raping by a 21-year-old girl in Siena alongside three friends, La Stampa reports.

Impact Portanova is facing extremely severe charges in a very delicate investigation that is in its early stages. The matter will continue to progress over the next few months, likely impacting the career of the Genoa midfielder.

JUNE 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE