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Will not feature with Italy Politano will miss the upcoming Nations League matches with Italy due to an ankle injury, Sky relays.

Impact Politano limped off late against Milan, and, while he stated the problem wasn't serious, it will cost him at least a pair of tilts with the national team, but he has two weeks to recover ahead of the Torino game.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Italy searching for goals in final Nations League matches

Italy is still in shock from failing to qualify for the World Cup again and has problems up front heading into its final two Nations League group matches

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores against Milan Politano scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), three crosses (zero accurate), and one corner in Sunday's 2-1 victory over AC Milan.

Impact Politano took a penalty kick after Piotr Zielinski missed a pair in Champions League and, while his attempt wasn't perfect, it went in. He was fairly active and has benefitted from Hirving Lozano being sick earlier this week. He bowed out a little early due to a knock on the ankle, but he downplayed the injury in his post-game remarks. He has logged three goals, one assist, 20 shots (seven on target), and 11 chances created in nine matches. Napoli will host Torino after the break.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Historic day of defeats for big teams in Serie A; Monza wins

Two of the top Serie A coaches are already feeling the pressure after Juventus and Inter Milan lost on a miserable day for some of the traditional greats of Italian soccer

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Breaks deadlock against Rangers Politano scored a goal in Wednesday's win over Rangers. He finished with six shots (three on target), three crosses (one accurate), one corner taken, three tackles (two won) and on...

Impact Politano was the hero for Napoli in the second half, as he bagged home the penalty that open the gates of what ended up being a comfortable victory. The Italy international has two goals and one assist this season across all competitions, and he has started both UCL matches so far.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Haaland soars for City in Champions League; Madrid, PSG win

It was Manchester City striker Erling Haaland’s show in the Champions League on Wednesday

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Napoli overcomes missed penalties to beat Rangers 3-0

After missing two penalty kicks, Napoli finally scored on its third try en route to a 3-0 win at Rangers in the Champions League

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores against Verona Politano (calf) took two shots (one on target), won one duel and scored a goal in 16 minutes in Monday's 5-2 win over Verona.

Impact Politano saw limited action but still hit the net with an easy shot after slaloming through defenders. He tallied three goals and four assists last season. He will be in contention to start with Hirving Lozano game in and game out.

AUGUST 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Di María shines as Juventus tops Sassuolo; Napoli wins 5-2

Ángel Di María enjoyed a fantastic debut for Juventus with a goal and an assist in a 3-0 win over Sassuolo in their Serie A opener

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Good to go for Verona game Politano (calf) has been named in Napoli's squad list to face Verona Monday.

Impact Politano has managed to get past a minor calf problem and will compete with Hirving Lozano and Kvhicha Kvaratskhelia for a spot on the flanks. He tallied three goals, four assists, 42 shots (11 on target) and 32 chances in 33 appearances last season.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Skips friendly Politano couldn't play in Saturday's match against Espanyol due to his calf injury, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Politano avoided major injuries but has been limited to rehab work after subbing off versus Girona. He has about a week to be ready for next Monday's game against Verona. In any case, Hirving Lozano and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia figure to be the starters on the flanks.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers calf injury Politano sustained a calf injury and was forced off early against Girona on Wednesday.

Impact Politano started 20 of his 33 Serie A appearances for the club last season, so his potential absence for the season opener could have a significant impact on the starting XI. If the forward does miss some time, it could open the door for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia to log some minutes, though not necessarily starts.

AUGUST 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kane penalty earns England draw against Germany; Italy wins

Harry Kane’s late penalty has earned England a 1-1 draw in Germany in their Nations League game

JUNE 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lorenzo Pellegrini scores a beautiful goal on a pass from Matteo Politano to give Italy a 2-0 lead

Lorenzo Pellegrini scores a beautiful goal on a pass from Matteo Politano to give Italy a 2-0 lead

JUNE 7, 2022 • Fox Sports

Finds target in Spezia game Politano took two shots (one on target), sent in three crosses (zero accurate), drew one foul and scored a goal in Sunday's 3-0 win over Politano.

Impact Politano took advantage of the fact that Hirving Lozano was absent and broke the deadlock early with a nice shot from outside the box. He has logged five goals, six assists, 53 shots (13 on target) and 117 crosses (32 accurate) in 38 appearances (21 starts) this season.

MAY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Giroud bags two on Milan's trophy day ' Every Goal ' Round 38 ' Serie A 2021/22

MAY 23, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Inter wins at Juventus 1-0, Napoli beats Atalanta to go top

Inter Milan has halted its poor run of form in the best possible way after the defending champion beat fierce rival Juventus 1-0 to boost its Serie A title chances and hinder its o...

APRIL 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores versus Atalanta Politano took one shot on target, had one interception and scored a goal in Sunday's 3-1 win over Atalanta.

Impact Politano capitalized on his lone opportunity by sneaking behind the wall and volleying the ball home on a free kick. It is his second goal of the season in Serie A play, plus he bagged two in Europa League. He has notched six shots, eight chances and 24 crosses in the last five appearances. Napoli will face Fiorentina at home next Sunday.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mancini to stay as Italy coach despite World Cup failure

Roberto Mancini says he will stay on as Italy coach despite the team’s failure to qualify for the World Cup again

MARCH 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Very active against Udinese Politano took three shots (one on target), sent in eight crosses (four accurate), created four scoring chances and had one successful take-on in Saturday's 2-1 win over Udinese.

Impact Politano led his team in chances and shots in one of his best outings on the season, with the only blemish being that he was not involved in the two goals. He will have to keep performing at a high level to fend off the competition coming from Hirving Lozano. He has started in four straight games, posting one assist, five shots, eight chances and 24 crosses. Napoli will face Atalanta away after the break.

MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Balotelli left off Italy's squad for World Cup playoffs

Mario Balotelli has been left off Italy’s squad for the World Cup playoffs

MARCH 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Logs one assist against Verona Politano had one assist, five crosses, two interceptions, one tackle, created one chance and sustained one foul in the 2-1 victory over Verona on Sunday.

Impact Politano came out aggressive, finding Victor Osimhen in the 14th minute for the first goal of the match. While the midfielder remains an offensive threat, it has been five appearances since his last assist, but only three since his last goal. Look for him to make a strong showing in the next match against Udinese

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Pretty active against Milan Politano took one off-target shot, sent in five crosses (one accurate), created one scoring chance and had one interception in Sunday's 0-1 loss to Milan.

Impact Politano was one of the few Napoli attackers that managed to pick up some stats in the final third, even though he was not precise in his deliveries. He will face increased competition with the return of Hirving Lozano. He has tallied one goal, three shots, four chances and 13 crosses in the last three games. Napoli will face Verona away Sunday.

MARCH 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in six crosses against Lazio Politano took one shot on target, created two scoring chances, sent in five crosses (one accurate) and won five duels in Sunday's 2-1 win over Lazio.

Impact Politano returned to the XI after four matches and furnished an okay display, pacing his team in crosses, but he was not very precise. He should split time with Elijf Elmas until Hirving Lozano shakes off his shoulder injury. He has logged three goals, five assists, 32 chances and 101 crosses in 29 games. Napoli will face Milan at home Sunday.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Features in Europa League tilt Politano (thigh) came off the bench and scored in Thursday's 2-4 defeat against Barcelona.

Impact Politano worked his way back after missing two matches because of a thigh injury. He will resume alternating with Elijf Elmas on the flank until Hirving Lozano (shoulder) returns. He has posted one goal, one assist, four shots and 13 crosses in the last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE