MATTEO RUGGERI NEWS

Will stay out against Monza Ruggeri (thigh) won't return in Sunday's season finale versus Monza, Il Giorno reports.

Impact Ruggeri hasn't been back at practice and will miss his tenth game in a row due to a major thigh injury. He earned the trust of the coach from January on, but a severe strain didn't allow him to log more appearances compared to the previous season. He has tallied one assist, ten chances created, ten shots (one on target), and 38 crosses (12 accurate) in 15 appearances (eight starts).

JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will sit multiple match Ruggeri has been diagnosed with a grade two/three lesion of the biceps femoris MTJ in the left thigh, SportMediaset informs.

Impact Ruggeri is set to be out for at least a month given the severity of the injury, which could easily sideline him for the remainder of the season. Davide Zappacosta and Joakim Maehle will be the top options on the wings while he rehabs, and Brandon Soppy should resume getting some minutes.

APRIL 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable versus Bologna Ruggeri (thigh) missed Sunday's match against Bologna.

Impact Ruggeri picked up a late muscular injury and will take some tests ahead of Monday's away game versus Fiorentina. Joakim Maehle filled in for him on the flank.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Bologna match Ruggeri is likely to miss Saturday's game versus Bologna due to a thigh problem, Ansa reports.

Impact Ruggeri was part of the initial squad list and might go through a late fitness test before his absence is confirmed. In any case, Joakim Maehle is set to start over him.

APRIL 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lively against Cremoense Ruggeri won four duels, had three crosses (one accurate), two clearances, and two clearances in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Cremonese.

Impact Ruggeri got the nod over Joakim Maehle for the second tilt in a row and turned in a solid shift, although he didn't contribute as much as in the past game. He has logged one assist, five shots (one on target), six chances created, and 18 crosses (six accurate) in his last four appearances.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Ruggeri recorded one assist on four chances created, took three off-target shots, whipped in 11 crosses (five accurate) and picked up a yellow card in Friday's 2-1 win versus Empol...

Impact Ruggeri had his best performance of the season Friday, highlighted by his assist off a cross to Marten de Roon in the 58th minute. He set season highs in shots taken (three), chances created (four), crosses (11) and accurate crosses (five). He also won both of his attempted tackles and made two clearances in his full 90 minutes of action. With a performance like this, it would be no surprise to continue seeing him in the starting XI following the international break.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Passable in Napoli clash Ruggeri had one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate), one chance created, and one corner in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Napoli.

Impact Ruggeri filled in for Davide Zappacosta and was workmanlike on both ends. He has become their third option on the flanks once Hans Hateboer went down with an ACL tear. He has logged two shots, two key passes, seven inaccurate crosses, and four tackles (three won) in his last five appearances.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swings in four crosses in Bologna match Ruggeri won two of two tackles and four duels and had four crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 2-1 victory versus Bologna.

Impact Ruggeri drew his second start in a row after the break and held his own again, co-leading his side in deliveries. He has won over the coach during the break, and he's the only lefty wingback currently on the roster. He has collected five three chances created, 14 crosses (six accurate), nine tackles, and nine interceptions in six appearances (three starts).

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs four interceptions against Lecce Ruggeri had two shots (zero on goal), five interceptions, and two blocks in Wednesday's 1-2 loss to Lecce.

Impact Ruggeri drew his first start of the season as the coach overhauled the Xi. He held his on in the back, but Atalanta gave up two goals, He has tallied one accurate cross, five interceptions, four clearances, and two blocks across four appearances.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Not bought out by Salernitana Ruggeri will head back to Atalanta, at least temporarily, as Salernitana did not pick up their option to sign him permanently Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Ruggeri featured 14 times (eight starts) in an injury-plagued season. Salernitana are interested in bringing him back on loan, although it remains to be seen what Atalanta have in mind for him.

JUNE 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers two crosses against Udinese Ruggeri sent in two crosses (one accurate) and had one clearance in last Sunday's 0-4 loss to Udinese.

Impact Ruggeri got the start but did not fill the stat sheet and was replaced at half-time. A major muscular injury derailed his campaign and he finished up with three shots (zero on target), four chances, 29 crosses and 24 clearances in 14 appearances (eight starts).

JUNE 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench versus Atalanta Ruggeri (illness) sent in one inaccurate cross and had one clearance and six touches in Saturday's 2-1 win over Atalanta.

Impact Ruggeri was available after missing three matches with an illness. He could take some playing time away from Luca Ranieri and Nadir Zortea. He has logged four chances, 23 crosses (four accurate), 18 clearances and six tackles in nine appearances (five starts). Salernitana will face Atalanta away Monday.

APRIL 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Fiorentina match Ruggeri (illness) has been named in Salernitana's squad list to face Fiorentina Sunday.

Impact Ruggeri is available after missing three games with a lingering illness. He has generally backed up Luca Ranieri when available. He has logged four chances, 22 crosses (four accurate), six tackles and 17 clearances in eight appearances (five starts).

APRIL 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Stays out for Sampdoria match Ruggeri (illness) was not named in Salernitana's squad list to face Sampdoria Saturday.

Impact Ruggeri will sit out the second game in a row, although the club specified that he is dealing with lingering flu, so he should be back sooner rather than later. Joel Obi got the start over Nadir Zortea on the left flank last week, while Luca Ranieri played as center-back.

APRIL 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Roma game Ruggeri got hurt in the final practice and will miss Sunday's match versus Roma, coach Davide Nicola informed.

Impact Ruggeri will soon undergo some tests and the coach did not disclose what kind of problem he is dealing with. Either Luca Ranieri or Nadir Zortea will man the left flank in this one. They could feature together if the former players as a center-back in a three-man defense.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in versus Inter Ruggeri (thigh) played seven minutes in Friday's 0-5 loss to Inter.

Impact Ruggeri returned from his third major muscular injury of the season, making his fourth appearance of the season. He had opened as the starter, but Luca Ranieri has had a stranglehold in the job while he was out. He will try to challenge the teammate going forward. He has notched 12 crosses, 12 clearances and five tackles in five matches. Salernitana will host Sassuolo next Saturday.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available versus Inter Ruggeri (thigh) has been called up for Friday's game against Inter, Salernitana informed.

Impact Ruggeri sat out the last five matches with the third thigh strain basically in a row. He is set to be eased into action, but he might push Luca Ranieri for minutes once fully up to speed. He has logged one chance. 12 crosses, five tackles and 12 clearances in four seasonal appearances.

MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Monday Ruggeri (thigh) will once again be unavailable against Spezia on Monday.

Impact Ruggeri has made just one substitute appearance since mid-September due to his thigh problem. At this point, the midfielder should probably be considered out indefinitely until he is able to complete a full first-team training session.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Spezia game Ruggeri (thigh) has not gone into full training during the break, Corriere dello Sport reports.

Impact Ruggeri suffered the third thigh problem of the season shortly before the previous game and is poised to stay sidelined despite having two weeks to recover. Luca Ranieri has become the clear starter at left-back.

FEBRUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable against Napoli Ruggeri (undisclosed) was scratched for Sunday's 1-4 loss to Napoli.

Impact Ruggeri was in line to get the start with Luca Ranieri suspended, but he picked up an undisclosed physical problem in practice. He will try to shake it off during the break. Salernitana will host Spezia on February 7th.

JANUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Napoli game Ruggeri is a late call for Sunday's match against Napoli as he picked up an ailment late in the week, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Ruggeri was set to replace the suspended Luca Ranieri, but he might end up being unavailable. Pawel Jaroszynski and Nadir Zortea would be the next men up, but they were out in the past match.

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench versus Lazio Ruggeri (thigh) sent in one inaccurate cross and had two clearances in Saturday's 0-3 loss to Lazio.

Impact Ruggeri finally managed to return after months on the mend due to multiple thigh strains. He might get the start in Sunday's road game against Napoli since Luca Ranieri is suspended. He has logged 12 crosses, 12 clearances and five tackles in four appearances.

JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Lazio match Ruggeri (thigh) has been included in Salernitana's squad list to face Lazio Saturday.

Impact Ruggeri is finally ready to play after missing four months due to separate thigh injuries. Luca Ranieri has since taken over on the left flank and fared pretty well, although they two might feature together in different schemes and Salernitana are very shorthanded in the back for this one.

JANUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Needs more time Ruggeri (thigh) was not named in Salernitana's squad list to face Fiorentina Saturday.

Impact Ruggeri has improved as he returned to limited practices earlier in the week, but he is not ready to perform. He has been out since mid-September because of two consecutive thigh strains. Luca Ranieri has taken over the left-back position in the meantime.

DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain sidelined Ruggeri (thigh) will not return in Saturday's match versus Milan, Ottopagine reports.

Impact Ruggeri will continue to miss time with a second thigh injury in a row and he has yet to practice in any capacity since picking it up. Luca Ranieri, Frederic Veseli and Pawel Jaroszynski will be the top options on the various roles on the left flank Saturday.

DECEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE