Impact Badelj made the game-day squad list after a minor injury but wasn't rushed back. Given his usual role, he'll start over either Filippo Melegoni or Morten Thorsby if in good enough shape against Lazio next Sunday.
OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE
DNP in Bologna contest Badelj (thigh) didn't play in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Bologna.
Back after one match Badelj (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Bologna.
Impact Badelj returns from a thigh injury which kept him out of Genoa's previous fixture. The midfielder is a locked in starter when fit, but will begin Saturday's match among the substitutes.
OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE
Late call for Bologna game Badelj (thigh) "will be evaluated in the final training sessions. He's more likely to be out than available, but we haven't decided yet," coach Alberto Gilardino informed.
Impact Badelj has a shot to miss just one game because of his thigh problem, or at most two given the gaffer's words. He might not be risked even if available, though, with Emil Bohinen replacing him in the XI.
OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE
Diagnosed with strain Badelj suffered a flexor lesion in his left thigh, Repubblica relayed.
Impact Badelj won't be an option against Atalanta and will look to get healthy during the international stoppage, but he won't be a lock to be available for the first game after it. Emil Bohinen will take over the position.
OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Leaves Juventus game in first half Badelj subbed out at the 26th minute in Saturday's game versus Juventus due to a left thigh injury, Primo Canale reported.
Impact Badelj didn't record stats during his time on the pitch and left after clutching the back of his thigh. Emil Bohinen came off the bench to replace him and would likely start if he had to miss time.
SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE
Rare goal Sunday Badelj scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 win over Sassuolo.
Impact By scoring against Sassuolo, Badelj finally has a goal across the 2023-24 Serie A. Considering the season is almost coming to an end, him logging any more goals is absolutely not a certainty. At the very least, Badelj continues his streak of seasons in which he has scored at least one goal.
MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE
Strong defensive performance in draw Badelj had three tackles (one won) and three clearances in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Fiorentina.
Impact Badelj put in a steady defensive performance Monday but was disappointing in his contributions to midfield plays and attacks. He was subbed after 80 minutes. The team captain usually puts in a high work rate all over the field but it has been nine games since his last assist.
APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE
Assist in loss Badelj assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Sunday's 4-1 defeat to Atalanta.
Impact Badelj earned only his third goal contribution of the season Sunday, finding Ruslan Malinovskyi in the 51st minute for an assist and the club's only goal of the match. All three of Badelj's goal contributions have now come from assists, with his last being just two appearances ago against Salernitana on Jan. 21. He has now started both contests since serving a ban two matches ago, notching one cross, two tackles won and three chances created to go along with his assist during that span.
FEBRUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE
Clears ban Badelj served a one-game suspension in Sunday's 2-1 win over Lecce.
Impact Badelj will be back into the fold against Empoli on Saturday and likely start over either Kevin Strootman or Morten Thorsby. He has dished an assist and added six key passes, three crosses (two accurate), and 12 interceptions in his last five displays.
JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up fifth yellow Sunday Badelj assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 win against Salernitana. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 46th minute...
Impact Badelj picked up his fifth yellow card Sunday which will knock him out of next Sunday's match with Lecce. Outside of that he had a nice performance at Salernitana as he recorded his second assist of the season setting upMateo Retegui's goal in the 13th minute which tied the match at 1-1. He created two chances in the match, just his second match this season with multiple. He had a solid day defensively too as he won one tackle, intercepted three passes and made three clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.
JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE
Dishes assist against Empoli Badelj assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate), three interceptions, and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Empoli.
Impact Badelj wasn't more involved in the offense than usual but was at the right place at the right time to feed Ruslan Malinovskyi ahead of the opening goal, collecting his first point of the season. He has tallied six shots (one on target), three key passes, seven tackles, and seven interceptions in the last five matches.
DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Unused in Atalanta fixture Badelj (thigh) didn't play in Sunday's 0-2 loss to Genoa.
Impact Badelj was back in the squad, but the coach decided to give him some more practice time before fielding him. He could replace Morten Thorsby or Ridgeciano Haps in the next game if he's in better shape.
OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Good to go for Atalanta game Badelj (thigh) has logged multiple full training sessions in a row, La Repubblica informs.
Impact Badelj will be back into the fold after missing the last two matches, but it's certain whether he'll recapture his starting job right away, or if the coach will continue to field Morten Thorsby and Ridgeciano Haps out of precaution in his first game back. He has registered 11 interceptions, ten clearances, and eight tackles in six matches.
OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Will miss Inter clash Badelj (thigh) isn't nursing a major injury but won't be an option against Inter Saturday, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.
Impact Badelj will sit the second game in a row due to a muscular injury and is fully expected to recover during the break. Morten Thorsby and Ruslan Malinovskyi joined Morten Frendrup in the midfield in the past game with him and Kevin Strootman on the mend.
OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Will sit Udinese tilt Badelj (thigh) is taking tests to determine the severity of his injury, coach Alberto Gilardino informed.
Impact Badelj won't be present against Udinese and might have to miss further contests afterward. Genoa won't have Kevin Strootman either Sunday. Morten Thorsby, Berkan Kutlu, Ruslan Malinovskyi, Junior Messias, and Filip Jagiello are the next men up in the midfield.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Brought off early Badelj was forced off with an apparent injury during the first half of Thursday's clash with Roma.
Impact Badelj was forced off after just 11 minutes during Thursday's clash. The midfielder was replaced by Morten Thorsby who could see more time in the first team depending on how long Badelj is sidelined. Badelj's first chance to return would be a Sunday trip to Udinese.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Busy defensively against Lazio Badelj had two tackles (zero won), four clearances and six interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Lazio.
Impact Badelj didn't contribute offensively but brought the hustle in the midfield and was key in stopping the opponents along with fellow veteran Kevin Strootman. He has logged two tackles, seven interceptions, and five clearances in two matches.
AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Will miss Bologna game Badelj (thigh) was not named in Genoa's squad list to face Bologna Saturday.
Impact Badelj hurt his thigh in the previous game and will be out for the season finale. He closes with one goal, 27 chances, 64 tackles and 85 interceptions in 34 appearances. Pablo Galdames, Morten Frendrup, Hernani and Nicolo Rovella will be the top options in the midfield Saturday.
MAY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Subs off early against Napoli Badelj won one of two tackles, had two interceptions and one clearance and created one scoring chance in 24 minutes before limping off due to an apparent muscular injury in Sunday'...
Impact Badelj got off to a busy start but quickly limped off after clutching the back of his thigh following a tackle. He was replaced by Morten Frendrup in the midfield. He is headed to some tests to determine whether he could play in next week's season finale versus Bologna.
MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores with lone shot Badelj scored a goal with his lone shot while creating a chance and making four clearances during Sunday's 1-0 win over Cagliari.
Impact Badelj found the back of the net in the 89th minute claiming all three points for Genoa. The goal was the first of the season for the midfielder while his four clearances led Genoa in the win.
APRIL 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Makes six interceptions in loss Badelj had one off-target shot and made one tackle, one clearance, six interceptions and one block during Monday's 6-0 loss against Fiorentina.
Impact Badelj once again had a nice stat line playing in front of the defensive line, highlighted by a season-high six interceptions, but his numbers didn't prevent his side from being thrashed by the opposition. The defensive midfielder will try to help his side bouncing back during Sunday's home match against Udinese.
JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Wins three duels in derby Badelj (illness) took one shot on target, had one interception and three clearances and won three duels in Friday's 1-3 loss to Sampdoria.
Impact Badelj returned after a one-game absence and had his usual gritty display in the midfield. He has recorded 11 chances created, 23 tackles, 35 interceptions and six crosses in 14 appearances. Genoa will face Lazio away Friday.
DECEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Friday Badelj (illness) will be in the starting XI versus Sampdoria on Friday.
Impact Badelj recorded 17 interceptions, 10 tackles (six won) and three crosses (two accurate) in his previous five contests. The midfielder is unlikely to offer much in the way of offensive upside, so he shouldn't be expected to offer more than mid-range fantasy value.
DECEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Expected back for Sampdoria clash Badelj has shaken off his illness and has returned to full practice in the lead-up of the Sampdoria match, Il Secolo XIX reports.
Impact Badelj sat out the previous match, but he was dealing with a non-COVID illness and managed to overcome it. He should reprise his starting role as the linchpin of the midfield. He has logged 23 tackles, 34 interceptions and 12 clearances so far, creating 11 chances.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for Juventus match Badelj will miss Sunday's game versus Juventus because of the flu, but he has so far tested negative for COVID despite two cases within the staff, Genoa informed.
Impact Badelj came down with the illness during the night and should return for the following match provided he keeps testing negative for COVID. Genoa will have to go with an entirely new midfield since Nicolo Rovella and Stefano Sturaro are also absent. Pablo Galdames, Valon Behrami, Hernani, Abdoulaye Toure and Filippo Melegoni are in the running for three open spots.
DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
