NICOLO ZANIOLO NEWS

Credited with assist Sunday Zaniolo assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 win against Empoli. In addition, he was given a yellow ca...

Impact Zaniolo was at the right place and time to set up Ademola Lookman's goal, with a nodded pass that allowed the Nigeria international to break the draw in the final seconds of the first half. Zaniolo endured a slow start to the season but has been a regular contributor for Atalanta of late, notching two goals and two assists across his last seven appearances off the bench.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Decides Cagliari game Zaniolo drew one foul and scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) in 26 minutes in Saturday's 1-0 win against Cagliari.

Impact Zaniolo rescued Atalanta in the second half with a precise header attacking the near post. He has scored three times in his last six appearances coming off the bench, which will likely keep him in such a role, also considering the level of the starters. He has added six shots (four on target), one chance created and two crosses (zero accurate).

DECEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets one in win over Roma Zaniolo scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 2-0 victory over Roma. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 90th minute.

Impact Zaniolo entered the match in the 64th minute of play to replace Ademola Lookman. Zaniolo did not take long to make his presence felt as he assisted on a shot just moments later. He then fired his first shot on target in the 85th minute and stuck with the attack to bury a header from a sharp angle on the left side, assisted by a cross from Juan Cuadrado to give his squad a 2-0 lead in the 89th minute of play. The goal marked the first of the season in league play for Zaniolo, while he also set a season high with his two shots on target.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Features in friendly Zaniolo (groin) played with no limitations in Friday's friendly against Atalanta's U-23 squad, the team relayed.

Impact Zaniolo made a short cameo off the bench in the most recent Serie A match due to a groin injury but avoided serious issues and quickly returned to full training. He'll continue to have a secondary role in the foreseeable future. He has come off the bench in all his 11 seasonal appearances. He has scored once and logged one shot on target, one key pass and one inaccurate cross in the most recent five.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids serious injuries Zaniolo (groin) escaped without severe consequences and trained on the side at the beginning of the break, Sky Italy relayed.

Impact Zaniolo took some tests that came back clean for the most part and will look to recuperate from a minor muscular ailment before the next match in ten days.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Banged up in Udinese game Zaniolo subbed in and out in Sunday's 2-1 win over Udinese due to a groin injury, Corriere dello Sport relayed.

Impact Zaniolo came off the bench to replace Lazar Samardzic but was unable to finish the game due to a muscular issue. He'll be evaluated during the break and will have a couple of weeks to recover before the next match.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets first goal with Atalanta Zaniolo scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) and one clearance in 21 minutes in Wednesday's 2-0 victory over VfB Stuttgart.

Impact Zaniolo came in late and sealed the deal, stripping an opposing defender near the box and finishing coolly in front of the goalkeeper for his first goal since joining in the summer. He's been routinely deployed as a sub and had tallied just an assist beforehand. He faces considerable competition given the level of the starters, but he'll have his chances thanks to the thick schedule. He has posted one shot on target, two chances created and one inaccurate cross in his last five appearances.

NOVEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dishes assist in Bologna match Zaniolo assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Bologna.

Impact Zaniolo subbed in with 11 minutes to go to take part in the final push and served Lazar Samardzic before a successful attempt from distance. He has logged just 51 minutes through three appearances so far due to multiple injuries. He could take minutes away from Ademola Lookman and Charles De Ketelaere if he gets fully into shape. He has tallied four off-target shots, three key passes and two inaccurate crosses.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DNP versus Fiorentina Zaniolo (thigh) didn't come off the bench in Sunday's 3-2 win over Fiorentina.

Impact Zaniolo returned from his latest injury, but the initial trident worked well, and he'll have to seize his opportunities, as it won't be easy to take playing time away from Ademola Lookman, Charles De Ketelaere and Mateo Retegui.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Fiorentina Zaniolo (thigh) returned to full training Wednesday, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Zaniolo will have a few more days to work on his conditioning after a pair of injuries and will most likely be a bench option versus Fiorentina on Sunday. He has played 20 minutes in the first three rounds, tallying two off-target shots and one key pass.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up new injury Zaniolo suffered a thigh problem in training, coach Gian Piero Gasperini informed.

Impact Zaniolo will be back on the mend for Friday's clash with Inter and will be further evaluated during the break. Lazar Samardzic and Marco Brescianini will divvy up the minutes at the position.

AUGUST 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off the bench against Torino Zaniolo (foot) registered two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in 20 minutes in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Torino.

Impact Zaniolo made his seasonal debut after dealing with a nagging foot injury and looked decent in limited action. He'll try to earn more minutes at the expense of Charles De Ketelaere, Lazar Samardzic and Marco Brescianini in the next few games.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Torino clash Zaniolo (foot) made Atalanta's squad list to face Torino on Sunday.

Impact Zaniolo has shaken off a foot tendinopathy that bothered him for a while enough to be called up and perhaps see limited minutes if things go right. Charles De Ketelaere and Mateo Retegui are likely to start, but Atalanta don't have depth behind them due to Ademola Lookman's transfer market-related absence.

AUGUST 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Absent for Lecce fixture Zaniolo (foot) hasn't been called up for Monday's game versus Lecce.

Impact Zaniolo is reportedly improving but isn't quite ready to play yet. Mateo Retegui and Charles De Ketelaere are the only available attackers as Ademola Lookman, El Bilal Toure and Teun Koopmeiners are all out for transfer market-related reasons.

AUGUST 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable versus Real Madrid Zaniolo (foot) hasn't been selected for Wednesday's Super Cup against Real Madrid, Atalanta informed.

Impact Zaniolo has been nursing a nagging injury, which is serious enough to sideline him for the first official game on the season. The coach will lean on Charles De Ketelaere, Ademola Lookman, Mateo Retegui and Mario Pasalic up front.

AUGUST 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up minor injury Zaniolo skipped Friday's friendly against St. Pauli due to foot tendonitis, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Zaniolo is having trouble with the same foot he got operated on in recent months, which sidelined him for most of the summer. He'll open the season behind the eight ball from the physical standpoint even if he's available for the Super Cup against Real Madrid and the opener versus Lecce.

AUGUST 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Appears in preseason game Zaniolo (foot) made his Atalanta debut against Parma on Sunday.

Impact Zaniolo was unable to star in previous friendlies due to a foot injury but has been able to recover fully two weeks before the opener. Gianluca Scamacca's injury opens up significant playing time, but he's unlikely to be a regular starter at first.

AUGUST 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Serie A Zaniolo (foot) has joined Atalanta on a season-long loan with a conditioned obligation to buy from Galatasaray, the team announced.

Impact Zaniolo wasn't retained by Aston Villa after a so-so season, and Atalanta snapped him up relatively quickly with the same formula. He's expected to make a full recovery during the summer. He tallied two goals, 27 shots (10 on target) and 10 chances created in 25 games (nine starts) in the Premier League last year. He'll rotate with Charles De Ketelaere and Ademola Lookman at his new club.

JULY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out long term Zaniolo "will most likely miss the Euro" due to a microfracture in his left foot, Italy coach Luciano Spalletti informed.

Impact Zaniolo surely won't be available for the season finale against Crystal Palace on Sunday and has slim chances of being available for the summer tournament. He closes an underwhelming loan spell with two goals, 28 shots (10 on target), 11 key passes and 19 crosses (one accurate) in 28 appearances, failing to become a regular starter. He'll probably head back to Galatasaray since Aston Villa are unlikely to pick up their option to buy.

MAY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off after 15 minutes Zaniolo was forced off with a foot injury after just 15 minutes off the bench during Monday's clash with Liverpool.

Impact Zaniolo made his return to the bench after missing three matches and lasted just 15 minutes. Jhon Duran came on to replace Zaniolo and scored just minutes after coming off the bench. Zaniolo is an extreme doubt for Sunday's finale against Crystal Palace.

MAY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns bench role Zaniolo (undisclosed) is on the bench for Monday's match against Liverpool.

Impact Zaniolo is finally fit again after three matches on the sidelines, as he has fully recovered from his undisclosed issues to earn a spot on the bench. He will likely remain on the bench moving into their final game of the season against Crystal Palace on Sunday.

MAY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Not yet ready for play Zaniolo (undisclosed) is out for Wednesday's match against Olympiacos.

Impact Zaniolo remains sidelined for yet another match, as despite his return in the reverse fixture a week ago, he is being left out for a second straight game due to "small pain." This is most likely a cautionary move before their tough matchup against Liverpool on Monday. That being said, he will look for a return in four days, hoping to be fit to face the Reds and end the season healthy and with the team.

MAY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Left out with "small pain" Zaniolo was left out of the team to face Brighton on Sunday due to a "small pain," according to manager Unai Emery, per John Townley of Birmingham Live. "He has a small pain. On Th...

Impact Zaniolo made a return in the Europa League Thursday after coming off the bench for five minutes to face Olympiacos after dealing with an undisclosed issue but was forced to bow out a couple of days later after feeling some pain, likely from the same injury he was dealing with before. He will now hope to make a quick recovery and return to face Liverpool on May 13, as he is currently in question for that contest.

MAY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Appears off bench Zaniolo came off the bench during Thursday's 4-2 loss to Olympiacos.

Impact Zaniolo missed two matches in a row in the Premier League, but made his return off the bench Thursday. The attacking midfielder only played for five minutes, so he didn't get to really test his fitness much. Still getting back on the pitch is a great sign for Zaniolo, who was making consistent appearances before the injury.

MAY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could see return Thursday Zaniolo (undisclosed) is an option for Thursday's match against Olympiacos, according to manager Unai Emery. "Nicolo Zaniolo could be in the squad tomorrow, he is feeling better."

Impact Zaniolo appears to have somewhat recovered from his undisclosed issues after two matches out, as he is now in the selection pool for Thursday's Conference League semifinal. This could be a huge addition for the club, as they are seriously low on available midfielders, possibly gaining one back if Zaniolo can take the field. If he is fit and an option, he will most likely serve off the bench, only starting in nine of his 24 appearances this season.

MAY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE