Matteo Cancellieri - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Completes ban Cancellieri cleared a one-game suspension in Monday's 3-2 loss to Cagliari.

Impact Cancellieri will resume competing with Valentin Mihaila, Pontus Almqvist and Hernani for a pair of spots up front against Bologna. He has started once in five appearances, scoring one goal and adding three shots (one on target), one key pass and three crosses (zero accurate).

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in Lecce match Cancellieri had one tackle (zero won) before getting a straight red card in Saturday's game versus Lecce.

Impact Cancellieri came in late in the first half to replace Simon Sohm (hip) but didn't last long as he was expelled for stopping a clear-cut chance with a sliding tackle. He'll be sidelined for next Monday's game versus Cagliari, which should lead to more minutes for Pontus Almqvist, Mandela Keita, and Drissa Camara depending on whether Sohm or Neheul Estevez (thigh) will be fit.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Milan clash Cancellieri scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 win over AC Milan.

Impact Cancellieri decided the game off the bench by being at the right place at the right time on a great feed by Pontus Almqvist on a fast break near the end of the game. He'll try to challenge primarily Valentin Mihaila for a starting spot. He has posted one shot on target, one key pass and three crosses (zero accurate) in two appearances as a sub.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Parma Cancellieri is headed to Parma on loan with an option to buy from Lazio, the club confirmed.

Impact Cancellieri transfers temporarily again after putting up decent numbers at Empoli in 2024/2025, notching four goals, two assists, 40 shots (13 on target) and 17 key passes in 36 appearances (18 accurate). He'll begin in a similar role and compete with Dennis Man, Valentin Mihaila and Pontus Almqvist for the two spots on the flanks.

AUGUST 14 • ROTOWIRE

Two goal contributions in win Cancellieri scored one goal and assisted once from six shots and three chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win over Roma.

Impact Cancellieri fueled Empoli's win Sunday, first scoring in the 13th minute before also earning an assist in the 93rd minute to secure the team another season of top-flight football in Italy. He served in more of a rotational role for much of the season, ending with 18 starts in 26 appearances. His final stat line for the campaign was four goals on 40 shots and two assists on 17 chances created to go along with 42 crosses and 35 tackles.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Limited impact in start Cancellieri generated one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Lecce.

Impact Cancellieri was featured in the starting lineup for the first time since March 3, after he totaled just 42 minutes of action over three appearances in the previous four games. He was quite limited in his impact, as he finished without a shot on target for the 22nd time in 30 appearances on the season.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Hits the net against Torino Cancellieri scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) in 20 minutes in Saturday's 3-2 victory against Torino.

Impact Cancellieri barely had any touches but made them count with a potent cross-shot to give his team the lead midway through the second half. It's his first goal in seven appearances. He has come off the bench in three consecutive fixtures. He has notched five shots (one on target), one key pass and four crosses (zero accurate) in his most recent five showings.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Scores from the bench Cancellieri scored with his only shot in Friday's 3-1 win against Salernitana.

Impact Cancellieri was bought on for the final 12 minutes and left his mark on the game when he finished off a counter-attacking goal in stoppage time. The attacker has not started a game since mid-December and will hope that his well-taken goal will earn him more minutes on the pitch.

FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Completes ban Cancellieri served a one-game ban in Sunday's 3-0 win over Monza.

Impact Cancellieri will return against Juventus on Saturday and will attempt to win over the new coach, who switched to a more defensive scheme in his debut. He'd compete with Nicolo Cambiaghi if it stuck. He has tallied nine shots (one on target), three chances created, and three inaccurate crosses in his last six appearances, without any goal contribution.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for next game Cancellieri had one chance created, one off-target shot, and two inaccurate crosses and picked up his fifth yellow card in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Verona.

Impact Cancellieri will miss the Monza game on Sunday due to yellow-card accumulation. He has come off the bench in most of the recent matches, with either Emmanuel Gyasi or Tommaso Baldanzi (thigh) getting the start next.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Fires in four shots Cancellieri recorded four shots (zero on goal) in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Lecce.

Impact Cancellieri was back in the starting XI after dropping to the bench for one match, recording four shots and two tackles won in the draw. This was a season-high in shots for the attacker, coming one contest after he bagged his first goal of the season. He should remain in the starting XI now as he tries to increase his current goal-contribution tally of two.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Genoa game Cancellieri drew four fouls and scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Genoa.

Impact Cancellieri dropped to the bench after a few consecutive starts but made an impact right away with a pinpoint header for his first goal of the season. He has logged five shots (three on target), two key passes, and 10 crosses (one accurate) in the last five matches.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active versus Napoli Cancellieri won seven duels, had three successful take-ons, and registered two shots (one on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Napoli.

Impact Cancellieri continued his run of energetic showings but filled it up mostly in the peripheral categories. He has tallied six shots (one on target), four chances created, and 11 crosses (two accurate) in the last five games, with no goals or assists.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Passable in Frosinone tilt Cancellieri recorded one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate), six tackles (one won), and one chance created in Monday's 1-2 loss to Frosinone.

Impact Cancellieri wasn't super impactful but picked up stats in both ends in the loss. He has registered 13 tackles, four key passes, four off-target shots, and eight crosses (two accurate) in his last four starts.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Peppy in Udinese contest Cancellieri won two of three tackles and recorded two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate), and one chance created in Friday's 0-0 draw versus Udinese.

Impact Cancellieri had a dynamic performance, contributed on both ends, and was often the most dangerous man for his side. He came close to breaking the deadlock with a late curled shot. The coach will likely ride the hot hand between him and Nicolo Cambiaghi. He has started three times in the last five bouts, assisting once and adding four shots (one on target), three key passes, and 15 crosses (one accurate).

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Cancellieri had an assist with his lone chance created while taking one shot (on goal) and crossing five times inaccurately during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Salernitana.

Impact Cancellieri set up Tomasso Baldanzi in the 34th minute assisting the lone goal of the match. The assist was the first goal involvement of the season for Cancellieri as he's started in four of Empoli's six matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Empoli Cancellieri has moved to Empoli on loan with an option to buy from Lazio, the teams announced.

Impact Cancellieri has shown promise during his time with Lazio and Verona but has yet to be given the opportunity to be a regular. He'll try to earn that at Empoli, where he'll compete with Emmanuel Gyasi and Daniel Maldini. He has scored once and tallied 15 shots (three on target), seven key passes, and 17 crosses (three accurate) in 36 appearances (four starts) in the last two seasons combined.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't feature in last four matches Cancellieri logged just nine minutes in the final seven fixtures of the season.

Impact Canceliieri had a somewhat regular role off the bench in the first half of the season but not so much in the final months. He concluded with 26 appearances (three starts), tallying 11 shots (two on target), three chances created, and nine crosses (one accurate).

JUNE 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Moves to Lazio Cancellieri has transferred to Lazio on a season-long loan with conditioned obligation to buy from Verona, the clubs announced.

Impact Cancellieri showed some flashes in a very limited role in his first professional campaign in 2021/2022. He posted one goal on four shots (one on target), adding four chances and eight crosses in 12 appearances (one start). He will start off by providing depth on the wings for his new team.

JUNE 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Lazio Cancellieri did not feature in last Saturday's 3-3 draw against Lazio.

Impact Cancellieri did not get minutes differently from other reserves in the season finale. He saw some action early but his playing time was limited down the stretch. He finished his rookie season in Serie A with one goal, four shots (one on target), four chances and eight crosses (two accurate) in 12 appearances (one start).

JUNE 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Equalizes for Verona Cancellieri scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing three times (one accurate) and creating a chance during Sunday's 1-1 draw with Empoli.

Impact Cancellieri found the back of the net in the 71st minute, equalizing to earn a point for Verona. The goal was the first of the season for the attacker as he finished with the second highest amount of shots and chances created on the team in the draw.

MARCH 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cancellieri opens his Serie A account with a stunner ' Top 5 Goal ' Round 29 ' Serie A 2021/22

MARCH 21, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Will be back against juventus Cancellieri (thigh) returned to full training during the break, L'Arena reports.

Impact Cancellieri was a late scratch for the previous game due to a minor thigh issue. He will be back in the squad to face Juventus Sunday, but he is generally a long shot to get minutes. He has appeared in eight games (one start), posting two shots, two chances, four crosses and two tackles.

FEBRUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Bologna Cancellieri was not named in Verona's squad list to face Bologna Friday due to a minor thigh problem.

Impact Cancellieri does not generally have a big role and therefore Verona are not particularly impacted by his absence.

JANUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Atalanta match Cancellieri (illness) has been named in Verona's squad list to face Atalanta Sunday.

Impact Cancellieri has shaken off the illness that sidelined him for the previous match. He has featured just twice int he last eight matches, for a total of 17 minutes.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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