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Dybala left out of Argentina squad for World Cup qualifiers while Martínez is back from suspension

Roma striker Paulo Dybala has been left out of the Argentina squad for its upcoming World Cup qualifiers, while goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez is back after a suspension

2 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Breaks goal drought Dybala scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal), five crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Thursday's 1-0 win against Torino.

Impact Dybala scored the match's lone goal Thursday, beating the Torino keeper who was well off his line as Roma would hang on to win narrowly in a 1-0 victory. The goal was the forward's first in five appearances (three starts) in all competitions. Through 10 league matches for Roma, Dybala is well behind his pace of 13 goals over 28 appearances (25 starts) for Roma during the 2023/2024 Serie A campaign. Dybala has yet to register an assist this season in any competition.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in Inter game Dybala (thigh) won two of four tackles and registered one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Inter Milan.

Impact Dybala looked pretty bouncy and tried to pull the strings offensively as usual despite the caliber of the opponents and the recent injury. He'll likely be handled with care in the upcoming matches. He has scored once and logged six shots (two on target), seven key passes and six crosses (three accurate) in his last five appearances.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Inter Dybala (thigh) is in the starting XI for Sunday's clash against Inter.

Impact Dybala made a full recovery in time to get the nod in this game, pushing Matias Soule to the bench. The experienced forward should be a good source of offensive production as he looks for his second goal or first assist of the season, although his potential may be slightly limited against a tough opponent.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Inter game Dybala (thigh) has been a full-go in training this week and might get the nod against Inter on Sunday, Mediaset informed.

Impact Dybala missed the Monza game before the break due to some discomfort, but the exams ruled out serious injuries, and he's been able to ramp up in training ahead of Serie A's resumption. He'll be in the XI if close to 100 percent given the magnitude of the game. He has scored once and posted six shots (two on target), five key passes and seven crosses (two accurate) in the last five games.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids major issues Dybala won't play with Argentina during the break but has escaped without a lesion, Corriere dello Sport informed.

Impact Dybala felt some discomfort in the final practice before the Monza match and was ruled out altogether, but the ensuing tests were encouraging, and he has strong chances to be available against Inter on October 20.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Unfit to face Monza Dybala hasn't been called up for Sunday's game against Monza due to adductor soreness, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Dybala hasn't gotten past the issue that has been hampering him for about a week and won't make the trip in this case. Matias Soule and Tommaso Baldanzi have replaced him when he was hurting or limited.

OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Not risked against Venezia Dybala (thigh) didn't play in Sunday's 2-1 win over Venezia.

Impact Dybala was on the bench but never warmed even though the result hung in the balance until late, so he wasn't really in condition to play despite being technically available. He might be spared midweek to be ready for the next Serie A game. Matias Soule took his place in the XI but didn't have a great showing.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Verona match Dybala (thigh) has been selected for Sunday's clash with Venezia, Roma announced.

Impact Dybala won't need to miss time after picking up an ailment midweek and will be in contention with Matias Soule to get the start. He has scored once and logged 11 shots (two on target), eight key passes and 15 crosses (five accurate) in the last five tilts.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Venezia tilt Dybala (thigh) "doesn't have any substantial, and he wants to try to be available," coach Ivan Juric relayed.

Impact Dybala escaped without a strain or other significant muscular problem and will be a late call for Sunday's game. He'll likely still be managed even if he's good to go, with Matias Soule or Tommaso Baldanzi starting over him.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off in Europa League Dybala "left at half-time due to some tightness. We'll see what the tests say," coach Ivan Juric announced.

Impact Dybala wasn't supposed to play the whole game but came out earlier due to a thigh ailment. The problem and the short turnaround could lead to Matias Soule getting the nod against Venezia on Sunday regardless of his teammate's availability.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Bags PK in Udinese game Dybala drew three fouls and scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-0 win against Udinese.

Impact Dybala drew and converted a PK early in the second half, opening his seasonal tally after a seesawing and putting the game on ice pretty early. He has logged 11 shots (two on target), 11 key passes and 17 crosses (six accurate) in five fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Pulls the strings against Genoa Dybala created four scoring chances and had one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Genoa.

Impact Dybala was the main hub of the offense once again and put together a respectable stat line even though he played only an hour and wasn't directly involved in the goal. He has been managed a little so far, also due to a late transfer saga, posting eight shots (zero on target), 11 key passes and 16 crosses (six accurate) in four appearances (two starts).

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Paulo Dybala explains decision to reject eye-wateringly lucrative move to Saudi club Al-Qadsiah in favour of Roma stay | Goal.com US Argentine forward Paulo Dybala explained why he chose to reject a lucrative offer from Saudi Arabia to stay back at AS Roma.

AUGUST 26 • GOAL.COM

Main threat for Roma Dybala took five off target shots, crossed eight times (three accurate) and created four chances during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Empoli.

Impact Dybala was held off the scoresheet, but was the main threat for Roma leading the team in shots, crosses and chances created during Sunday's defeat. Dybala remains the key figure at Roma as long as he remains with the club.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Paulo Dybala set for incredibly lucrative Saudi Pro League transfer as he waves goodbye to Roma | Goal.com US Paulo Dybala is on the verge of completing a lucrative transfer to Saudi Arabia after reaching an agreement to join Al-Qadsiah.

AUGUST 21 • GOAL.COM

Subbed on against Cagliari Dybala registered one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Cagliari.

Impact Dybala replaced Nicola Zalewski in the 69th minute and made an instant impact by creating three chances and completing a dribble. However, with rumors of a potential move away from Roma, his future involvement with the squad remains uncertain.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Jose Mourinho gives savage response to reports he wants Romelu Lukaku and Paulo Dybala at Fenerbahce | Goal.com US New Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho has responded to rumours that he wants Romelu Lukaku and Paulo Dybala to join him at the Turkish club.

JUNE 3 • GOAL.COM

Great in the attack Dybala had three shots (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 2-1 loss against Empoli.

Impact Dybala returned to the starting XI Sunday, playing a decent 88 minutes after registering three shots, four chances created and six crosses. However, this did mark his fourth straight game without a goal contribution. He ends the Serie A season starting in 25 of his 28 appearances after dealing with multiple injury spells. In his time on the field, he registered 13 goals on 29 shots and nine assists on 50 chances created to go along with 88 crosses. He also tacked on 54 corners.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Fires two shots in Genoa game Dybala (thigh) had one corner, one cross (zero accurate) and two shots (one on target) in 26 minutes in Sunday's 1-0 win over Genoa.

Impact Dybala saw limited action in his return and subbed in and out but for tactical reasons and not due to a new injury. He might be back in the Xi against Empoli on Sunday, although Roma have nothing on the line.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Messi in and Dybala out in Argentina squad for pre-Copa America friendlies

Lionel Messi is in and Paulo Dybala is out of Argentina’s squad for friendlies against Ecuador and Guatemala before defending its Copa America title next month

MAY 20 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Dybala and Gudmundsson: a deep dive | Inside Tacticts | Roma-Genoa | Serie A 2023/24

MAY 18 • YOUTUBE

Likely for Genoa game but still limited Dybala (thigh) "has practiced very little in the last couple of weeks, partaking in just one full session. We'll see where he's at on game-day," coach Daniele De Rossi announced.

Impact Dybala has reportedly ramped up in training despite the boss' words and is poised to be an option after missing the previous match, but whether he'll start or come off the bench will depend on how he feels Sunday. He has scored and assisted once in his last four appearances, adding eight shots (two on target), nine key passes and 14 crosses (eight accurate).

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Atalanta match Dybala (thigh) didn't travel with the team for Sunday's game versus Atalanta, Sky Italy reported.

Impact Dybala was technically an option midweek but didn't play and didn't show enough progress in practice to be available and will be outright spared in this case. Tommaso Baldanzi, Sardar Azmoun or Tammy Abraham will take his place in the lineup.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in Europa League Dybala (thigh) "had about 10/15 minutes in him as he was still in discomfort," coach Daniele De Rossi informed.

Impact Dybala could have subbed in in overtime if Roma needed an extra push but Bayer Leverkusen mounted a late comeback. He'll look to improve physically ahead of Sunday's clash versus Atalanta, but he might be managed over the weekend as well. Sardar Azmoun replaced him from the start in this one.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

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