MARCO VERRATTI NEWS

Messi scores his first league goal for Paris Saint-Germain

Lionel Messi has scored his first goal in the French league and Kylian Mbappe grabbed the fastest goal of his career as Paris Saint-Germain beat Nantes 3-1

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back in starting XI Verratti (hip) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Nantes.

Impact Verratti recovered over the break and makes an immediate start Saturday after missing the prior three matches with a hip issue. When healthy he's started this season, so that's expected to be the case, as long as he can keep that health with a busy schedule ahead.

NOVEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Verratti (hip) returned to training Wednesday, according to Loic Tanzi of RMC.

Impact Verratti returned to training with the team, and is looking to perhaps beat the month timeline that was expected with his hip injury. The midfielder could return as soon as Saturday, against Nantes.

NOVEMBER 18, 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

Di Maria leads PSG to 2-1 comeback win over Lille

Angel Di Maria set up the equalizer and then netted the winning goal himself as Paris Saint-Germain rallied past defending champion Lille 2-1 on Friday to stretch its lead at the t...

OCTOBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MATCHDAY: Struggling champ Lille at leader PSG

Defending champion Lille hopes to get back in the race for European spots when it visits league leader Paris Saint-Germain

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Month out expected Verratti (hip) is expected to be out for around a month, according to PSG's medical report.

Impact Verratti is expected to be out for around a month with a deep Hip flexor issue. The midfielder will likely be replaced by Ander Herrera in midfield, with neither having particularly great fantasy value.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Marseille Verratti was subbed out just before halftime in Sunday's draw against Marseille after suffering an apparent injury. He made an interception and won two of three tackles in the matc...

Impact It is unclear whether Verratti will be forced to miss additional game time due to his potential injury. While PSG have plenty of midfield cover with Danilo Pereira and Ander Herrera, they are a different profile of player to Verratti. PSG next plays Lille on Friday.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Italy's Xavi is back - Marco Verratti looked like he had never been away Marco Verratti looked set to miss the Euros with a knee injury but returned against Wales - the tournament is richer for his presence

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Creates two chances in UCL win Verratti had two chances created, four dribbles, four fouls drawn, three tackles (one won), two interceptions and three blocked shots in Tuesday's 3-2 win over RB Leipzig.

Impact Verratti was at his finest again and turned in a terrific stat line with solid numbers on both sides of the ball. He's already missed a ton of time with multiple issues this season though and is still looking to keep his form on consistent basis.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances versus Angers Verratti had two chances created, two dribbles and two tackles (both won) and received a yellow card in Friday's 2-1 win over Angers.

Impact Verratti had a solid display here turning in arguably his best performance of the season thus far. He's already missed a lot of time this campaign through injuries and is still clearly struggling to regain his best form. He's still to start producing steady fantasy worthy numbers.

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

England goes back to drawing board as midfield issues remain

The lack of balance and quality in central midfield continues to hold England back despite all the improvements made under Gareth Southgate

OCTOBER 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wins two tackles in defeat Verratti had two tackles (both won), two interceptions and 51 passes completed in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Rennes.

Impact Verratti had some decent defensive production though that's not what Parisians needed in this one. That's only his second start after missing five matches with an injury but he should be expected to be much closer to his optimal form after the break.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mancini keeps Italy's Euro 2020 winners for Nations League

Italy coach Roberto Mancini has recalled all the fit players from his European Championship-winning squad for the Nations League semifinal against Spain next week

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Logs five dribbles in UCL win Verratti had five dribbles, four dispossessions and a yellow card in Tuesday's 2-0 win over Manchester City.

Impact Verratti had some glimpses of his best self at times but was clearly still affected by his recent injury. Given he hasn't played since August it wouldn't be a surprise if his playing time is being managed for the time being and he could be eased off the bench over the weekend. Baring any injury setbacks though the midfielder should be full go after the international break.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

In starting XI Tuesday Verratti (knee) is in the starting XI for Tuesday's match against Manchester City.

Impact Verratti gets the surprise start Tuesday after missing the last month with a knee injury. Considering he's already an early substitute option when not coming off an injury, it's likely he'll be set for around 70 minutes in a tough spot against Man City.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will be option against Man City Verratti (knee) has trained the last couple days and will be an option for Tuesday's match against Manchester City, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino.

Impact Verratti returned to training last week and will be an option again after missing the last month with a knee injury. He probably won't start given that absence, but he should be an option off the bench in a huge spot against Man City.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Verratti (knee) returned to training but is unlikely to feature for Wednesday's trip to Metz.

Impact Verratti was given a 10-day timeline about a week ago, so a return would be just after Wednesday's match. The good news is that he's on the pitch and working again, so at a minimum, he should be on the bench for Saturday's game.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

PSG coach Pochettino must work on weaknesses as stars flop

Paris Saint-Germain was able to start its superstar attacking trio of Lionel Messi, Neymar and Kylian Mbappe for the first time on Wednesday in the Champions League

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Receiving treatment on knee Verratti will miss about 10 days to receive treatment for a knee injury picked up over the international break.

Impact Verratti will likely miss the team's next two matches, pointing to a possible return next week or even the Sept. 25 game. Of course, PSG are fine without him, as they are loaded up front and may only use two midfielders going forward with Lionel Messi in the squad.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Ronaldo back for Man United; PSG rests Messi

Cristiano Ronaldo will make the first appearance in his second spell for Manchester United in the home match against Newcastle

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back in recovery Verratti (knee) is back to rehabbing and will be out Saturday against Clermont Foot, according to PSG's medical report.

Impact Verratti went off to international duty but evidently wasn't fully fit and has re-aggravated his knee injury. The midfielder will be out for Saturday's clash with Clermont Foot and is questionable at best for Wednesday's trip to Brugge.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Heads back to Paris early Verratti will miss Wednesday's World Cup qualifiers against Lithuania due to knee soreness, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Verratti was limited to a brief cameo in the previous game as well and was sent home early because he would have been able to contribute to the third and final match of the break. His team doctors will determine his availability for Saturday's game against Clermont Foot.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mancini keeps faith in Italy's Euro 2020-winning squad

Italy coach Roberto Mancini has recalled all the fit players from his European Championship-winning squad while Nicolò Zaniolo returns from a lengthy injury layoff

AUGUST 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Messi's arrival at PSG would give coach tactical headache

Lionel Messi could become the latest star to help Paris Saint-Germain in its quest to win the elusive Champions League

AUGUST 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS