MATHIAS OLIVERA NEWS

Pretty good versus Empoli Olivera had four crosses (zero accurate), one interception, one tackle (one won), and three chances created in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Empoli.

Impact Olvera was more involved in the final third than usual and co-paced his team in key passes even though he wasn't sharp with his deliveries. He has logged one assist and added five chances created, five crosses (zero accurate), and 13 tackles in the last five matches.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist against Salernitana Olivera assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate), seven tackles (four won), and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Salernitana.

Impact Oliveri was excellent in the back and contributed on the other end as well by feeding Eljif Elmas before a successful strike from distance. He reclaimed the starting job after Mario Rui got the nod in three consecutive games. He has registered three key passes, three crosses, and 13 tackles in his last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins seven duels versus Lecce Olivera had one cross (zero accurate) and two interceptions and won six of nine tackles and seven duels in Saturday's 4-0 win versus Lecce.

Impact Olivero didn't attack a lot but more than held his own in the back and piled up stats as he was challenged often. He has registered 12 crosses (four accurate), seven chances created, and 19 tackles in the seven seasonal appearances.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays well against Braga Olivera won two of four tackles and five duels and had three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 win over SC Braga.

Impact Olivera returned to the XI after a partial day off and was productive on both ends, as he's one to do. He seems to have the upper hand over his competitor Mario Rui for now. He has recorded six chances created, eight crosses (two accurate), and nine tackles in five appearances.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Physical in opener Olivera won eight duels and three of four tackles, sent in one inaccurate cross, and had one clearance in Saturday's 3-1 win against Frosinone.

Impact Olivera made his presence felt in the back, but Napoli didn't manage to come away with the clean sheet in this one. Mario Rui had a challenging offseason and saw limited action, but the two are poised to keep competing for minutes at left-back.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for season finale Olivera (undisclosed) hasn't been named in Napoli's squad list to face Sampdoria Sunday.

Impact Olivera picked up a late injury and won't be an option for this one. Mario Rui or Bartosz Bereszynski will man the left defensive flank against Sampdoria. His role has progressively grown in his first season in Italy, and he ended with two goals, two assists, 24 chances created, and 39 tackles in 30 appearances (17 starts).

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for season finale Olivera hasn't practiced in the lead-up to Sunday's match versus Sampdoria, coach Luciano Spalletti announced.

Impact Olivera is unlikely to feature, but Napoli could call up the whole squad ahead of the title ceremony. Mario Rui will be available after an injury but is not 100 percent, the gaffer informed. Bartosz Beresynski and Juan Jesus can also fill in at left-back if needed.

JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Olivera scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Salernitana. In addition, he was give...

Impact Olivera was an unlikely hero when he headed a Giacomo Raspadori corner into the back of the net in the 62nd minute. He also made two tackles and one interception. He was replaced by Juan Jesus in the 82nd minute. He can win his first Serie A title as early as Thursday.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles against juventus Olivera won nine duels and three of five tackles and had two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Juventus.

Impact Olivera was serviceable on both ends of the pitch and highly muscular in the back. He's poised for consistent minutes since Mario Rui (lower leg) is out long-term. He has notched four shots (one on target), three key passes, six tackles (four won), and seven interceptions in the last five games.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in the back against Verona Olivera won nine duels, had four interceptions and one clearance, and took one shot on target in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Verona.

Impact Olivera filled it up on the defensive end and also had a decent opportunity on a well-taken header, but Lorenzo Montipo denied him. He'll compete with Mario Rui to start Tuesday versus Milan. He has recorded one assist, three shots (one on target), six chances created, and three crosses (two accurate) in his last five appearances.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in late in Lecce game Olivera (back) played one minute in Friday's 2-1 win over Lecce.

Impact Olivera shook off a back problem but saw very limited action in his return. He'll occasionally play over Mario Rui when the coach decides to be more defensive-minded. He has tallied one goal, two assists, 25 tackles, and 12 crosses (five accurate) in 22 Serie A appearances (nine starts).

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Lecce game Olivera (back) logged a full practice session Thursday, Napoli announced.

Impact Olivera was a late scratch for the previous game with an ailment, but he's set to be back in the squad list for this one and could get minutes over Mario Rui if in good enough shape. He has provided one assist and added ten chances created, eight crosses (two accurate), nine tackles (three won), and four interceptions in his last five appearances.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Milan clash Olivera will be absent versus Milan due to back soreness, Napoli announced.

Impact Olivera came back late from international duties with an ailment and won't be an option. Mario Rui will get the start at left-back.

APRIL 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammates against Torino Olivera had two clearances and assisted once to go with three crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 4-0 win versus Torino.

Impact Olivera got the nod over Mario Rui in this one, led his team in key passes, and linked with Victor Osimhen on the third goal of the game. He's now up to five assists in the season. He has tallied ten chances created, eight crosses (two accurate), and nine tackles (three won) in his last five appearances.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances versus Atalanta Olivera generated one shot (zero on goal) and three chances created and won three of six tackles and eight duels in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Atalanta.

Impact Olivera was effective at both ends and matched his season high in key passes. Mario Rui finished serving his suspension, so he'll resume alternating in the role. He has taken advantage of the opportunity, recording one assist, nine chances created, five inaccurate crosses, and 11 tackles (four won) in the last four games.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Notches four interceptions versus Napoli Olivera had two crosses (zero accurate), one chance created, and four interceptions and won seven duels in Friday's 0-1 loss against Lazio.

Impact Olivera had a strong all-around game while replacing Mario Rui, who will be suspended also for the Atalanta game barring a successful appeal. He has posted one assist, six chances created, five crosses (zero accurate), and five tackles (one won) in the last five games.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances versus Eintracht Frankfurt Olivera won two duels, had one clearance, and recorded three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Tuesday's 2-0 win versus Eintracht Frankfurt.

Impact Olivera started in consecutive matches for the first time in months and turned in a solid shift on both ends. Chances are Mario Rui will be back in the XI against Sassuolo, but he has fared well lately. He has provided an assist and added three key passes, five crosses (one accurate), and five tackles (two won) in the last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist versus Sassuolo Olivera won four duels and one of two tackles and assisted once to go with two chances created in Friday's 2-0 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Olivera returned to the XI as the coach rotated his men a little before the Champions League and was credited with a generous assist as he slipped the ball to Kvicha Kvaratskhelia before the teammate started gliding past opponents with ease and found the target. It's his third helper in the season. He has logged three chances, two crosses (one accurate), three tackles (two won), and two clearances in his last five appearances. He usually deputizes Mario Rui.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three crosses accurate Olivera had four crosses (three accurate) and two chances created in Thursday's 0-0 tie versus South Korea.

Impact Olivera was Uruguay's only footballer to log multiple accurate crosses, which were also recorded efficiently. He spent the first part of Napoli's 2022-23 season not playing consistently as a backup to Mario Rui. But because Oliveira is Uruguay's first-choice left-back, the defender will have a chance to show how valued he could be.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty good versus Atalanta Olivera created two scoring chances and had two tackles (two won), two blocks, and five clearances in Saturday's 2-1 win against Atalanta.

Impact Olivera is coming into his own as a defensive option at left-back and tends to play over Mario Rui in more challenging matches. He has logged five chances created, 16 tackles (13 won), three interceptions, and 14 clearances in the last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles in Roma Olivera won seven duels and two of three tackles and had one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Roma.

Impact Olivera was picked over Mario Rui in this one and repaid the trust of the coach with a great defensive showing and with a few forays down the flank. He has tallied one goal, and one assist in the last five games (three starts), registering five chances created, three crosses (two accurate), and seven crosses (four won).

OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Cremonese Olivera had one clearance and scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 4-1 victory versus Cremonese.

Impact Olivera relieved Mario Rui late and hit the net with a header from point-blank range for his first goal since joining in the summer. He has provided two assists, created five scoring chances, and sent in two crosses (one accurate) in the last five matches (one start).

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate in Ajax game Olivera assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate), and three chances created in Tuesday's 6-1 victory versus Ajax.

Impact Olivera contributed to the first goal with a pinpoint cross for Giacomo Raspadori after scampering down the flank. He received his third nod in this one, as Mario Rui maintains a fairly firm grip on the starting job. He has logged two assists, seven chances created, and eight tackles in nine total appearances.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists off bench Olivera was credited with an assist during Wednesday's 3-0 win over Rangers.

Impact Olivera came off the bench and only played 13 minutes, but that was more than enough to leave his mark on the scoresheet as he set up the team's second goal with a great one-two play with Giacomo Raspadori. This was his first assist of the campaign counting all competitions.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Appears in friendly Olivera (knee) got the start in Monday's scrimmage against Castel Di Sangro, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Olivera announced he would be ready for the opener after picking up a knee sprain while on international duty earlier in the summer, and that will indeed be the case, although Mario Rui will begin the season as the starting left-back.

AUGUST 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE