RAZVAN MARIN NEWS

Whips in five crosses Marin recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Tuesday's 2-0 loss to Bologna.

Impact Marin saw a decent day Tuesday despite the loss, notching four chances created and five crosses. The midfielder also whipped in three corners, notching 27 on the season. He has now started in two straight matches, playing the full 90 against Bologna.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in three crosses against Udinese Marin drew two fouls, won one of one tackle and had three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Friday's 2-0 loss versus Udinese.

Impact Marin returned to the XI after three matches as the coach went with a different formation and was one of the few Cagliari players who picked up a few offensive stats. He should continue starting against Bologna thanks to Antoine Makoumbou's red card. He has scored twice and notched four shots (two on target), 15 crosses (three accurate) and eight corners in the last five rounds.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Converts PK against Juventus Marin scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), two clearances and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Juventus.

Impact Marin wasn't in the starting lineup for the second consecutive game but hit the net like last week, this time with a tidy attempt from the spot. Antoine Makoumbou and Michel Adopo have been getting more minutes than usual as of late. He has posted seven shots (three on target), 10 key passes and 22 crosses (seven accurate) in the last five matches.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Bags screamer versus Parma Marin scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in 17 minutes in Monday's 3-2 win versus Parma.

Impact Marin didn't start for the first time in the season as the coach went with an unusual XI but showed up off the bench, netting the second goal for his side with a tremendous and surgical effort from distance. it's his first goal contribution so far. He'll likely be back in the XI replacing either Antoine Makoumbou or Michel Adopo soon enough. He has notched six shots (three on target), 11 key passes and 24 crosses (eight accurate) in the last five rounds.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Passable against Empoli Marin created two scoring chances and recorded one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Friday's 2-0 defeat versus Empoli.

Impact Marin put up his usual numbers in yet another loss while pulling the strings in the midfield. He's still searching for his first goal contribution, but he's been productive otherwise, notching eight shots (four on target), 13 key passes and 28 crosses (10 accurate) in five fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances versus Napoli Marin had two shots (one on goal), four key passes, four crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 4-0 loss against Napoli.

Impact Marin kept up his standard solid production in the loss, pulling the string in the midfield and being a menace with his sharp set pieces. He has yet to pick up a point but has registered seven shots (four on target), 11 key passes and 21 crosses (eight accurate).

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Central to Cagliari attack Marin had one shot (zero on goal), nine crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Lecce. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 24th minute.

Impact Marin was key to Cagliari's attempts in providing service to their attackers from the wide spaces Saturday during their 0 - 1 loss at the hands of Lecce. The midfielder led the team in crosses attempted (nine, two accurate) and corners (six). Marin has started and played every minute in each of Cagliari's first three matches. He has created seven chances over that span.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in Como contest Marin created one scoring chance and had one shot (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Como.

Impact Marin has taken on a major role after returning from a loan spell at Empoli and is putting up decent stats thanks to his set-piece prowess and command in the midfield. He has registered four shots (three on target), three key passes and eight crosses (three accurate) in two fixtures.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full game against Roma Marin recorded three shots (two on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Roma.

Impact Marin created two chances, hit the woodwork once, and contributed defensively with two tackles and two clearances. Last season, he made 30 appearances. He also began this season with an assist in the Coppa Italia.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Slovakia Marin scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Slovakia.

Impact Marin netted a thunderous penalty in the 37th minute to level the scores. He also completed a dribble. He has started all three games so far, and this goal makes him the joint top scorer of the tournament alongside prominent names like Jamal Musiala and Cody Gakpo.

JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over Ukraine Marin scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 3-0 victory versus Ukraine. In addition, he was given a yellow...

Impact Marin scored an excellent goal Monday, an unassisted strike from outside the box in the 53rd minute to take the 2-0 lead. It was the only shot he took in the match and he added one chance created and one inaccurate cross on the attack. He helped his side keep a clean sheet as well as he contributed one tackle, three clearances and one blocked shot in his full 90 minutes. He also picked up a yellow card in the 79th minute, so he will have to be cautious throughout the rest of the group stage to avoid a one-match suspension.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Leads match in crosses Marin generated two shots (zero on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-1 win over Roma. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 81st minute.

Impact Marin saw a great deal of activity on both sides of the ball but stuck out in one particular category, as he led the match in crosses with eight and only fell two short of his season-high of 10 in a game. He also added four tackles and a clearance in the defense. The midfielder concludes the 2024/25 campaign starting in 20 of his 30 appearances while notching three assists on 33 chances created to go along with 35 shots, 57 corners and 98 crosses. He also served as a decent two-way player, compiling 40 tackles, 29 clearances and six interceptions on the defensive side of the ball.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in Lazio game Marin generated four shots (zero on goal), eight crosses (three accurate), one interception and three corners in Sunday's 2-0 defeat to Lazio.

Impact Marin was the busiest man for his side on offense, pacing it in multiple categories, despite his role. He has started in two of the last three matches, posting eight shots (one on target), 11 crosses (three accurate), six corners and two chances created.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Sends four crosses in loss Marin had two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Lecce.

Impact Marin whipped in a minimum of four crosses for the fourth time in his last five appearances, and he is up to a total of 33 crosses, with nine reaching their target in that span. His two shots in the match stand as a high among his last five appearances, while he has just one shot on goal in that period. This also marked the third time in four outings that Marin recorded at least one tackle won.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in Torino game Marin assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate), one key pass and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 victory versus Torino.

Impact Marin had a run-of-the-mill performance and picked up a point by slipping the ball to Nicolo Cambiaghi before a screamer. He has logged all his three seasonal helpers in his last five showings, adding five shots (two on target), 14 chances created and 32 crosses (12 accurate).

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Four corners in loss Marin had one shot (one on goal), six crosses (four accurate) and four corners in Monday's 2-0 loss against Inter Milan.

Impact Marin sent in four corners, but failed to do much damage with those dead ball chances. The midfielder didn't do much from open play but with his role on corners he maintains some sort of baseline production no matter what. Marin also made seven tackles as he did his best to single-handedly stem the tide of the Inter attack.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Nine crosses in loss Marin delivered nine crosses (two accurate) and took six corners in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Bologna.

Impact Marin was back in the starting XI after sitting out the previous game with a rib injury. He attempted nine crosses, more than any other player. The midfielder has struggled to nail down a starting spot and his only attacking returns this season are the two assists he managed against Sassuolo at the end of February.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Marin (ribs) is in the starting XI for Friday's match against Bologna.

Impact Marin is back in the selection for Empoli, getting the start Friday following his absence from the club's last match against AC Milan due to rib issues. He will hope to continue in the starting XI, as he has now started in the club's past three contest he has been available for despite being demoted to more of a rotational role throughout the middle of the season.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Bologna game Marin (ribs) has worked on the side for most of the week but will try to recover for Friday's match against Bologna given the absences at the position, La Nazione reported.

Impact Marin is poised to be a late call and might even make the XI if cleared since Empoli are without Jacopo Fazzini (suspension) and Alberto Grassi (groin). Viktor Kolalenko and Simone Bastoni are the alternatives for the position but have different traits.

MARCH 14 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for Milan clash Marin was unavailable for Sunday's match versus Milan due to a rib bruise, Quotidiano Sportivo relayed.

Impact Marin was expected to keep filling in for Alberto Grassi (groin) but wound up on the stands after picking up a minor injury in the final practice. Jacopo Fazzini took his place but will miss the next match due to yellow-card accumulation. The coach will have to get creative if the top two options can't make it for Friday's home game versus Bologna.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in 10 crosses Marin crossed 10 times (two accurate) and created three chances during Sunday's 1-0 loss to Cagliari.

Impact Marin was held off the scoresheet, but was the main creator for Empoli leading the team in both crosses and chances created. The midfielder has started back-to-back matches providing two assists while crossing 13 times and creating six chances.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE