Impact Zielinski won't be an option on Sunday, when Napoli will welcome back Frank Anguissa from AFCON, on top of regulars Stanislav Lobotka and Jens Cajuste and newcomer Leander Dendoncker.
FEBRUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE
PIOTR ZIELINSKI #7 - MIDFIELDER - INTER MILAN
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Will miss Verona game Zielinski picked up some muscle fatigue in training and won't play Sunday against Verona, Napoli announced.
Subs in against Fiorentina Zielinski (thigh) came off the bench in Friday's Supercoppa semifinal against Fiorentina.
Impact Zielinski was a late scratch for the past Serie A, but his problem was minor, and he returned to the pitch a few days later. He has logged three shots (two on target), five chances created, and 19 crosses (four accurate) in his last five appearances.
JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE
Out due to fatigue Zielinski (rest) will not be in the match day squad to face Salernitana due to fatigue.
Impact Zielinski will get the match off after starting Napoli's last three fixtures. The midfielder will hope to return in two weeks time against Lazio.
JANUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE
Plays 71 minutes Zielinski crossed nine times (two accurate) and created four chances during Friday's match against Monza.
Impact Zielinski was held off the scoresheet while leading Napoli in both crosses and chances created as of his substitution in the 71st minute. Zielinski has no goal involvement since October, but has crossed 17 times and created five chances across his last three Serie A starts.
DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Swings in three crosses versus Roma Zielinski (knee) had one shot on target, three crosses (one accurate), and two clearances in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Roma.
Impact Zielinski received a full complement of minutes despite sitting out the previous match with an ailment but didn't pick up many stats. He hasn't been great in recent fixtures, recording four shots (two on target, two key passes, and 13 crosses (two accurate) in his last five appearances.
DECEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starting Saturday Zielinksi (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Roma.
Impact Zielinksi is back with the team after missing the club's last match due to a knee injury, having made the starting XI for a crucial game against Roma. The midfielder has been a regular starter much of the year, so he should remain in the starting spot forward, having made 20 appearances on the year, registering three goals on 25 shots and two assists on 43 chances created.
DECEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Probable for Roma clash Zielinski (knee) trained fully Friday, Napoli reported.
Impact Zielinski has successfully ramped up in practice after missing two matches, including a midweek Coppa Italia match, and is trending in the right direction heading into Saturday's game. If he feels good on game day, he'll replace Jens Cajuste in the XI. He hasn't contributed to a goal in a while and has posted four shots (two on target), two chances created, and 14 crosses (two accurate) in his last five appearances.
DECEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Unavailable against Cagliari Zielinski (knee) hasn't been called up for Saturday's match versus Cagliari.
Impact Zielinski is nursing a knee inflammation and will be managed ahead of the clash with Roma next week. Jens Cajuste or Gianluca Gaetano will replace him in the midfield.
DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Cagliari game Zielinski might not play versus Cagliari due to general soreness, Goal informed.
Impact Zielinski got banged up in the recent Champions League tilt and could drop to the bench or be outright spared. Elijf Elmas is trending toward being unavailable, so either Gianluca Gaetano or Jens-Lys Cajuste would start if he didn't.
DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Relatively quiet versus Juventus Zielinski registered one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate), one key pass, and three corners in Friday's 0-1 loss versus Juventus.
Impact Zielinski returned to the XI following an injury but didn't seem to have a lot of juice, other than sending in a few deliveries, and was replaced earlier than usual. He might be managed in the next couple of fixtures until he's 100 percent. He has tallied three key passes, 20 crosses (three accurate), and three shots (one on target) in the last five fixtures.
DECEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Makes short cameo in Inter game Zielinski (foot) didn't record a stat in 15 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 0-3 loss to Inter.
Impact Zielinski was severely limited by a bruise and subbed in when the game was already sealed. He'll likely be back in the starting XI against Juventus on Friday. He has logged four shots (two on target), seven chances created, and 28 crosses (six accurate) in the last five matches.
DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starting as sub Zielinkski is on the bench for Sundays match against Inter.
Impact Zilenski is back on the bench as he has been a reserved player for the team, not scoring his last five appearances.
DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Should be fine for Inter bout Zielinski is nursing a knock but should be present Sunday versus Inter, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.
Impact Zielinski will be further assessed on game day but didn't miss practice time after bowing out versus Real Madrid. Eljif Elmas would be the alternative if the wasn't a full-go. He has tallied 10 chances created, 31 crosses (seven accurate), and five shots (three on target) in the last five fixtures, with no goals or assists.
DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Brought off with injury Zielinski came off with an apparent injury during the second half of Wednesday's clash with Real Madrid.
Impact Zielinski came off after picking up an apparent injury half way through the second half. It's not clear what the exact injury is but it's certainly a concern for the midfielder, who has been a mainstay in the starting XI. Zielinski's first chance to return is a Sunday clash with Inter.
NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Delivers eight crosses in Empoli tilt Zielinski recorded eight crosses (one accurate), one key pass, and four corners in 36 minutes in Sunday's 0-1 loss against Empoli.
Impact Zielinski was partially rested but was very busy off the bench, leading his team in crosses, but without much precision. He has tallied 25 crosses (six accurate), 11 chances created, and eight tackles in the last five games. Napoli will visit Atalanta on November 25.
NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Productive against Salernitana Zielinski had one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate), three chances created, and four tackles (two won) in Saturday's 2-0 win over Salernitana.
Impact Zielinski contributed across the board on offense and also in the passive phase but didn't play a role in the two goals. He hasn't picked up points in the last five games, where he has logged eight chances created, six crosses (one accurate), and nine tackles. Napoli will host Union Berlin in the Champions League Wednesday and then Empoli next Sunday.
NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Creates two chances in Verona tilt Zielinski won one duel and generated two crosses (zero accurate), two key passes, and one corner in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Verona.
Impact Zielinski was mostly silent in this one, as other Napoli players took center stage to carry the team to an easy victory. He has scored twice, assisted once, and added 13 chances created and seven shots (three on target) in the last five games. Napoli will visit Union Berlin in Champions League Tuesday and then host Milan next Sunday.
OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Nets opening goal Zielinski scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Tuesday's 3-2 loss to Real Madrid.
Impact Zielinski picked up his first UCL goal contribution this campaign after finding the net in the 19th minute for the opening goal. The Polish midfielder now has registered a goal contribution in each of his last three games in all competitions, scoring two goals and assisting once. He is yet to miss a match this season and looks to be a normal starter in the midfield next to Stanislav Lobotka.
OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Puts up numbers against Lecce Zielinski assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate), and five chances created in Saturday's 4-0 victory versus Lecce.
Impact Zielinski led his team in key passes and collected a point early by finding Leo Ostigard with a pinpoint free kick for his second assist of the season. He has added one goal, seven shots (two on target), and 14 chances created in the last five contests. Napoli will host Real Madrid in Champions League Tuesday and then Fiorentina next Sunday.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Big two-way game in win Zielinski scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 4-1 win against Udinese.
Impact Zielinski scored his second goal in Serie A so far this season and won three out of three attempted tackles on top of two clearances. He is one of Napoli's chief creators in midfield and will play a prominent attacking role as the season wears on after three consecutive seasons of at least 11 goal involvements in the league.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Creates two chances against Bologna Zielinski generated one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate), two chances created, and three corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Bologna.
Impact Zielinski led his team in deliveries but didn't have his most productive day like most of the Napoli offense. He has logged one goal, one assist, eight shots (three on target), and 12 chances created in the last five matches. Napoli will host Udinese Wednesday.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Swings in six crosses against Braga Zielinski drew two fouls and generated one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate), and six corners in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against SC Braga.
Impact Zielinski did most of the damage out of corner kicks, but just one of his deliveries found a teammate. He led his squad in such a category, but his showing was nothing to write home about. He has scored and assisted once so far, adding ten shots (three on target), and 15 chances created. Napoli will face Bologna away Sunday.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
First assist of season in draw Zielinski assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Genoa.
Impact Zielinski created at least two chances for the fourth match running but the poor form of Napoli's attackers has led to a diminished number of assists for Napoli's most creative midfielder. His skill and importance to the team mean that he is likely to produce consistent numbers even if his teammates are in indifferent form.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores in Lazio game Zielinski scored one goal to go with four shots (three on target), four crosses (two accurate), and two chances created in Saturday's 1-2 loss versus Lazio.
Impact Zielinski tied the game shortly after Lazio had gotten the lead with an attempt from distance that was deflected by a defender, wrong-footing the goalie. He didn't lead his team in any category but contributed across the board offensively. He has recorded eight shots (three on target), 11 chances created, and 18 crosses (nine accurate) in three matches. Napoli will visit Genoa on September 16.
SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Productive versus Forsinone Zielinski created five scoring chances and had three shots (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate), and five corners in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Frosinone.
Impact Zielinski led his team in deliveries, and key passes on par with Giovanni Di Lorenzo in both categories, but, unlike his teammate, he didn't participate in any of the three goals. He made hay on set pieces. He tallied seven goals and ten assists last season. Napoli will host Sassuolo next Sunday.
AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
