MIGUEL VELOSO NEWS

Decent in Milan game Veloso took one off-target shot, sent in one inaccurate cross, won two of four tackles, and had one corner in a 1-3 defeat against Milan in the last match of the season.

Impact Veloso was in the XI twice to end the game after routinely dealing with muscular injuries and lack of conditioning in early 2023. The issues limited him to 22 appearances (14 starts), where he notched 20 chances created, 62 crosses (21 accurate), 29 corners, and 33 tackles. He didn't score or assist.

JUNE 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused against Torino Veloso (calf) didn't play versus Torino.

Impact Veloso didn't get off the bench in his return from a two-week absence, as the coach was forced to make a few subs due to injury. He's likely to enjoy an uptick of minutes if Ondrej Duda misses time.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On the bench for Torino game Veloso (calf) made Verona's match-day squad list to face Torino Sunday.

Impact Veloso resumes being available after skipping two fixtures and will back up Adrien Tameze and Oliver Abildgaard in the midfield as he was doing before he got hurt.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Reprises practicing reularly Veloso (calf) returned to full training Wednesday, Verona announced.

Impact Veloso is on track to return in Sunday's match versus Torino after missing two games due to his latest muscular problem. He has notched seven chances created, 14 crosses (six accurate, seven corners, and six tackels (two won) in his last five appearances.

MAY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absent for Lecce match Veloso (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus Lecce, Verona announced.

Impact Veloso will skip the second contest in a row with a calf problem, but its full extent has yet to be disclosed by the club. Oliver Abilgaard and Adrien Tameze have been consistent starters in recent titls, while Ondrej Duda has been the first guy off the bench in the midfield.

MAY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers calf injury Veloso hasn't been called up for Wednesday's fixture versus Inter due to a right calf injury that will be assessed in the coming days, Verona announced.

Impact Veloso missed a lot of time earlier in the season due to similar problems. Ondrej Duda and Ibrahima Sulemana will back up Oliver Abildgaard and Adrien Tameze, who have started regularly in the midfield in recent weeks, while Veloso is out.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible for Bologna game Veloso cleared a one-game suspension in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Napoli.

Impact Veloso had to miss one after getting booked for the fifth time. He'll likely get the nod over Oliver Abildgaard, who was fine in relief, Friday against Bologna. He has notched one secondary assist, six chances created, 12 crosses (four accurate), and four tackles (three won) in his last four appearances (two starts).

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up fifth yellow card against Sassuolo Veloso won one of two tackles, sent in three crosses (zero accurate), took one off-target shot, and was booked for the fifth time in Saturday's 2-1 win over Sassuolo.

Impact Veloso was workmanlike in his second consecutive start and won't be an option versus Bologna Saturday. The coach could move Ondrej Duda back to the midfield, inserting one extra attacker in a supporting role.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Produces off bench against Sampdoria Veloso created five scoring chances, won one tackle, and had six crosses (four accurate) and six corners in Sunday's 1-3 defeat to Sampdoria.

Impact Veloso had easily his best performance of the season as he was extremely dangerous with his set pieces. He'll likely recapture a regular role if he manages to stay healthy, causing some adjustments across the formation, as Adrien Tameze and Ondrej Duda, who usually play in the midfield, are unlikely to fall out of the XI. He has tallied 17 chances created, 51 crosses (15 accurate), 26 corners, and 22 tackles in 17 appearances (ten starts).

MARCH 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins one tackle against Monza Veloso (calf) had ten touches, won one tackle and committed one foul in 14 minutes in Sunday's 1-1 draw with Monza.

Impact Veloso made a brief cameo in his return from a long absence caused by a calf strain. He's likely to rotate with Adrien Tameze and Ondrej Duda in the midfield the rest of the way. He has posted six shots (one on target), five chances created, 13 crosses (six accurate), and seven tackles (three won) in his last five appearances.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return against Monza Veloso (calf) "is highly likely to be called up for Sunday's game versus Monza," coach Marco Zaffaroni informed.

Impact Veloso has been absent since mid-January due to a lingering calf injury, but the gaffer mentioned him as a possible starter if Ondrej Duda wasn't fully fit. He has notched 12 chances created, 45 crosses (14 accurate), 20 tackles, and seven clearances in 15 appearances.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss some more time Veloso "is respecting the technical times for his injury. The soleus is a very tricky muscle. He'll start to do more in practice in the next few weeks. I think he will be able to r...

Impact Veloso has been out since late January, and he'll be sidelined for a while longer considering the words of the manager. Ondrej Duda and Adrien Tameze have been the starters in the midfield in recent fixtures, while Oliver Abildgaard and Ibrahim Sulemana have provided depth.

FEBRUARY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return versus Lazio Veloso (calf) is set to begin ramping up next week, coach Marco Zaffaroni relayed.

Impact Veloso will remain sidelined for Monday's clash with Lazio, sitting out his third straight match. Ibrahima Sulemana got the nod last week, but the club added Ondrej Duda and Oliver Abildgaard late in the week, who can also take care of the position.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Veloso is nursing a calf injury, coach Marco Zaffaroni announced.

Impact Veloso was a late scratch last week and will sit out his second consecutive game Monday, and potentially more since the extent of the problem hasn't been disclosed. With Ivan Ilic and Martin Hongla unavailable for transfer market reasons, Verona are down to Adrien Tameze, Ibrahim Sulemana, and some youngsters in the midfield.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eleven crosses, own goal Veloso attempted 11 crosses but scored an own goal during a 2-1 loss to AC Milan on Sunday.

Impact Veloso tried his best to help Verona log multiple goals. Unfortunately for the midfielder, he unintentionally scored an own goal caused by a cross from Rafael Leao.

OCTOBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Osimhen scores again to put Napoli back on top of Serie A

Victor Osimhen has continued his comeback from injury with his second goal in as many matches to help free-scoring Napoli beat Bologna 3-2 and move back to the top of Serie A

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Creates one chance in Fiorentina game Veloso (chest) sent in two crosses (one accurate), had one interception and created one scoring chance in 36 minutes in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Veloso didn't have lingering consequences after a blow to the midsection in the past game, but the coach selected Adrien Tameze over him for a more defensive-minded midfield in this one. The two are going to divvy up minutes going forward. He has recorded three chances created, 15 crosses (five accurate), ten tackles, and three clearances in six appearances (three starts).

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go against Fiorentina Veloso (chest) quickly returned to full training after bowing out early in the past game, TeleNuovo reports.

Impact Veloso subbed off last week after getting hit in the ribs/stomach area but didn't sustain a significant injury. He faces competition from Adrien Tameze in case the coach opted for a more muscular midfield. He has recorded three shots (one on target), two chances created, 13 crosses (four accurate), and ten tackles so far.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Veloso served his one-game ban in Monday's 2-5 loss to Veloso.

Impact Veloso will be in contention with Martin Hongla and Ivan Ilic to start in Sunday's away game versus Bologna and, given how the opener went, he has good chances to make the XI. He posted three assists, 25 chances, 74 crosses (23 accurate) and 23 tackles in 22 appearances (17 starts) last season.

AUGUST 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers three crosses against Lazio Veloso sent in three inaccurate crosses, won one of two tackles, had one clearance and picked up his fifth yellow card in Saturday's 3-3 draw with Lazio.

Impact Veloso returned to the starting XI after a long time since Ivan Ilic was out for this one but did not put up many starts. He missed a lot of time with injuries in 2021/2022 and finished with three assists, 17 shots (four on target), 25 chances and 74 crosses (23 accurate) in 22 appearances (17 starts). He will miss next season's opener due to yellow card accumulation. He recently extended his contract with Verona for another year.

MAY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back in Atalanta game Veloso (calf) has been a full-go in training for multiple days and should be part of the squad list for Monday's match versus Atalanta, coach Igor Tudor announced.

Impact Veloso is slated to make his return after sitting out eight matches with a calf issue. He will likely be eased into action and Ivan Ilic has run away with the starting job while he was absent. He has logged three assists, 16 shots, 24 chances and 71 crosses in 18 appearances.

APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Veloso (calf) will not be called up for Monday's match versus Genoa.

Impact Veloso has reportedly resumed practicing fully, but the coach will give him more time to recover from his calf strain. Verona have leaned on Ivan Ilic, Adrien Tameze, Daniel Bessa and Martin Hongla in the midfield during Veloso's extended absence.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return against Fiorentina Veloso (calf) did not make Verona's squad list to face Fiorentina Sunday.

Impact Veloso resumed practicing earlier in the week following a calf strain, but the coaching staff decided to give him more time to recover. Ivan Ilic, Adrien Tameze, Martin Hongla and Daniel Bessa will again be the top options in the midfield.

MARCH 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Fiorentina match Veloso (calf) has resumed practicing with the rest of the team, but coach Igor Tudor did not commit to him returning Sunday versus Fiorentina.

Impact Veloso is nearing a full recovery after three matches on the mend with a calf injury, but it is possible he will be given another week. The coach underlined that they do not need to rush him back because Ivan Ilic and Adrien Tameze have both been playing well. Veloso would likely come off the bench if available.

MARCH 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss more games Veloso was diagnosed with a grade one calf strain after being a late scratch for the Udinese game, L'Arena reports.

Impact Veloso has already dealt with similar issues in the past, and the team, and so he could take his time to rehab it. He will miss at least a couple more matches. Ivan Ilic will likely see the most minutes in relief, and Daniel Bessa and Martin Hongla will have better chances of getting playing time with Veloso sidelined.

FEBRUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE