NICOLO CASALE NEWS

Has blunder versus Genoa Casale generated one tackle (zero won), three blocks, three clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Casale made the XI since Jhon Lucumi returned late from international duties and Martin Erlic (thigh) got hurt but, while he filled in up statistically, he had a dreadful giveaway that led to Genoa's first goal and kickstarted their comeback. He has registered four tackles (two won), six clearances and four blocks in his four appearances (two starts), with no clean sheets.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in against Atalanta Casale (thigh) had one clearance and one block in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Atalanta.

Impact Casale replenished the defense after Jhon Lucumi's red card but had an unremarkable stint and Atalanta eventually equalized. He'll tussle with Martin Erlic to replace the teammate versus Parma in the next Serie A round. He has posted two tackles, one interception, three clearances and three blocks in three appearances since joining late.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Atalanta tilt Casale (thigh) has been selected for Saturday's game versus Atalanta.

Impact Casale avoids missing time despite leaving the last game early but is a long shot to start as he trained on the side for most of the week. Jhon Lucumi, Sam Beukema and Martin Erlic have better odds of making the XI. He has tallied two tackles, one interception and two clearances in two appearances.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Bows out early versus Monza Casale had two tackles (one won) and one clearance in 45 minutes in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Monza before leaving due to a physical problem, Gianluca Di Marzio reported.

Impact Casale wasn't required to do much during his time on the pitch and didn't return after the interval due to an injury. He'll be assessed in the coming days. He had initially relieved the starter Sam Beukema due to some rotation in this one.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Own goal in debut Casale recorded an own goal, one clearance and one interception in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Como.

Impact Casale got off on the wrong foot in his first match after completing a loan move from Lazio to Bologna, redirecting a cross into his own net in the fifth minute of the match. The central defender would settle in to total an interception, on clearance and two blocks during his 80 minutes on the pitch. Casale's place in Biologn'a central-defensive pecking order will become more apparent once Martin Elric (thigh) and John Lucumi (international duty) are able to resume full training.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Recovers from injury Casale (thigh) re-joined the rest of the group in training, Bologna announced.

Impact Casale suffered a minor muscular injury in one of his final games with Lazio and took advantage of the break to recuperate fully. He might get the nod right away since Martin Erlic (thigh) is banged up and Jhon Lucumi will return late from Colombia.

SEPTEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Bologna Casale has joined Bologna on loan with a conditioned obligation to buy, Lazio informed.

Impact Casale started the first two matches but would have been deputy once Mario Gila (thigh) returned. Instead, he'll compete with Martin Erlic and Jhon Lucumi the starting job next to Sam Beukema at Bologna. He posted 15 tackles, 12 interceptions and 59 clearances in 20 Serie A matches (16 starts) last season, contributing to two clean sheets.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off against Udinese Casale registered one tackle (zero won) and one interception in Saturday's game versus Udinese before leaving at halftime due to a thigh issue, Tuttomercatoweb relayed.

Impact Casale had a poor showing as Lorenzo Lucca beat him to the punch on the opening goal and didn't put up stats. He's headed for some tests. Patric is the only other center-back standing since Mario Gila (thigh) is on the mend too.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss season finale Casale drew one foul, recorded one tackle (zero won) and four clearances and picked up his fifth yellow card in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Inter Milan.

Impact Casale had an okay showing, but his side gave up one goal, and he'll sit out the Empoli game due to yellow-card accumulation. His playing time wasn't as consistent as his first season with Lazio this year, but he still appeared 22 times (18 starts), posting 16 tackles, 12 interceptions and 67 clearances, contributing to two clean sheets. Alessio Romagnoli will be back from suspension for the last game.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Holds his own versus Juventus Casale had two blocks, one clearance, two tackles (two won) and two successful duels in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Juventus.

Impact Casale drew his second start in a row following a coaching change even though all the other center-backs were available, as he's already familiar with Igor Tudor. The connection might allow him to resume being a regular, although Patric (thigh) was back on the bench in this one and will resume pushing him. He has totaled three tackles (all won), one four interceptions and 16 clerances in his last five appearances, with one clean sheet.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two duels in Verona game Casale (thigh) had one tackle (one won), two successful duels, and one clearance in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Verona.

Impact Casale started right away upon returning from a thigh problem but didn't rack up stats and his side conceded a cheap goal. He'll have a regular role until Alessio Romangoli (calf) returns, and will split duties with Patric afterward.

DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Verona Casale (thigh) is in the starting XI to face Verona on Saturday.

Impact As expected, Casale is back in the starting lineup after he was deemed fit earlier this week. The center-back will start in his regular role in the heart of the defense alongside Mario Gila.

DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to return against Verona Casale (thigh) has resumed working with the group this week and is probable for Saturday's Verona match, Il Tempo relayed.

Impact Casale has sat out the last three games due to a relapse of a thigh problem and hasn't featured since late October. Despite that, he could be rushed back since Alessio Romagnoli (thigh) is absent and Patric (calf) is in doubt. If he's not thrust into the XI, Adam Marusic would likely fill in as a center-back. He has recorded four tackles, three interceptions, and eight clearances in his last four appearances, with no clean sheets.

DECEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers new injury Casale will miss at least a couple of weeks due to a right adductor strain, Goal informed.

Impact Casale had just returned from a similar problem, although reportedly more severe and in a different part of the muscle. Patric and Alessio Romagnoli will continue to log heavy minutes since the coach hasn't shown much trust in backup Mario Gila.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in derby with Roma Casale didn't play in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Roma.

Impact Casale was back on the squad list after a thigh injury, but Patric played the whole game. The two alternated almost regularly next to Alessio Romagnoli before he got hurt. He has recorded four tackles, three interceptions, and eight clearances in his last four appearances, contributing to one clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Should be option versus Roma Casale (thigh) returned to full training Friday, Il Messaggero relayed.

Impact Casale is in the final stages of his rehab from a thigh strain and is likely to make the squad list after missing the past three games. Patric is the frontrunner to team up with Alessio Romagnoli from the start considering his better form and the fact that the two alternated beforehand. He has posted our tackles, three interceptions, and eight clearances in his last four appearances, with one clean sheet.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh injury Casale has been diagnosed with a low/medium grade lesion of his right adductor, Lazio announced.

Impact Casale will miss three-to-four weeks due to the injury and might return only after the next international break. Patric and Alessio Romagnoli will start consistently in the middle of the defense, while Mario Gila will be the top backup.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Brilliant against Napoli Casale won two duels and had three blocks and 11 clearances in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Napoli.

Impact Casale played a key role in holding a vaunted offense reasonably in check on the road, even though Lazio conceded once. He has logged two tackles, 16 clearances, and three blocks in two appearances.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Used as sub versus Empoli Casale won one tackle and had seven passes in 19 minutes in a 2-0 win in the season finale against Empoli.

Impact Casale was given a partial day off in the last game after starting the previous six tilts. He took over the starting job next to Alessio Romagnoli from mid-October on and solidified his grip on it with excellent performances. He posted 42 tackles, 18 interceptions, 71 clearances, and 17 blocks in 31 matches, contributing to eight clean sheets.

JUNE 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with stomach bug Casale was removed from the starting lineup against Spezia due to gastrointestinal problems, Lazio doctor Fabio Roda announced.

Impact Casale wasn't feeling well in the pre-game and was spared to avoid having to waste a sub, the doctor added. He shouldn't have trouble recovering ahead of next Saturday's match versus Torino, where he should start over Patric as usually happens.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pulled from XI Casale won't start in Friday's match versus Casale due to a late physical problem and has been replaced by Patric, the League informs.

Impact Casale picked up a muscular issue warming up and won't get the nod. He's listed on the bench but unlikely to feature give the circumstances.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs five clearances versus Juventus Casale registered one tackle (one won), five successful duels, and five clearances in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Juventus.

Impact Casale was under pressure, especially in the second half, but held his own for the most part, even though his side gave up one goal. He has notched four tackles (three won), one interception, and five clearances in the last four matches, contributing to three clean sheets.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clears ban Casale served a one-game disqualification in Friday's 1-0 win over Napoli.

Impact Casale will be eligible for next Saturday's away game versus Bologna and likely start over Patric. He has notched seven tackles (three won), four interceptions, 11 clearances, and three blocks in the last five matches, with two clean sheets.

MARCH 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Napoli clash Casale had three clearances, one interception, and one tackle (zero won) and picked up his fifth yellow card in Monday's 1-0 win over Napoli.

Impact Casale had an uneventful showing as Lazio controlled the game, and he'll have to skip Friday's road match versus Napoli due to yellow-card accumulation. Alessio Romagnoli will likely return to the XI following an injury and join either Patric or Mario Gila.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Fiorentina Casale scored a goal off two shots (one on target) and made three clearances during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Fiorentina.

Impact Casale was coming off a stretch full of ups and downs prior to this game but needed just eight minutes to make an impact here, opening the scoring for Lazio with a strange right-footed finish after the opposing defense failed to clear a corner kick. This was the first goal of the season for the center-back, who started each of the last 11 Serie A matches.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE