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Diagnose with serious injury Freuler will need surgery to reduce a compound fracture of the right collarbone, Bologna announced.
Impact Freuler will learn more about his timetable after going under the knife, but his absence will be lengthy considering the severity of the problem. Lewis Ferguson, Nikola Moro and Tommaso Pobega will divvy up the minutes in the midfield for the foreseeable future.
NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE
Bows out early against Parma Freuler had two clearances in 56 minutes in Sunday's match versus Parma before leaving due to an apparent shoulder injury, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.
Impact Freuler had a quiet showing on both ends before asking to come out after a forceful collision with an opponent, signaling some discomfort in the area. He was substituted by Nikola Moro, while Tommaso Pobega drew the start over Lewis Ferguson in this one.
NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off bench Freuler had three tackles (zero won) in Wednesday's 0-0 draw versus Torino.
Impact Freuler replaced Lewis Ferguson in the 67th minute, made 11 passes and also won three duels. This was Freuler's first substitute appearance of the campaign. He has also featured in all games this season except one.
OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE
Nets equalizer Freuler scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Juventus.
Impact Freuler was able to save Bologna a point Sunday, scoring an equalizer in the 54th minute of the outing. This does mark his first goal of the season, taking 16 shots and 24 appearances to reach that mark. He now has three goal contributions this campaign, one better than last season's total.
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Wins three tackles against Venezia Freuler created one scoring chance and had three tackles (three won), one clearance and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Venezia.
Impact Freuler played a big role in containing the opponents with his hard work in the midfield, as he's one to do. He has totaled 11 tackles (five won), five interceptions, five clearances and four key passes in his last five showings.
MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE
Serves disqualification Freuler completed a one-game ban in Sunday's 1-0 win over Verona.
Impact Freuler will be back in the XI on Sunday against Lazio and start over either Nikola Moro or Lewis Ferguson depending on how aggressive the coach wants to be. He has totaled five shots (one on target), six chances created, 16 tackles (seven won) and nine clearnaces in his last five outings.
MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE
Will miss Verona game Freuler won one of three tackles and five duels, registered one shot (one on goal) and picked up his fifth yellow card in Sunday's 2-1 win over Cagliari.
Impact Freuler had his standard gritty display but will have to miss the next match due to yellow-card accumulation. Nikola Moro or Lewis Ferguson will replace him in the midfield.
MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE
Suspended for finale Freuler is suspended for Wednesday's trip to Sporting, due to yellow card accumulation.
Impact Freuler is set for a ban for Wednesday's match after being shown his third yellow card of the league phase last time out. Nikola Moro could step into the starting XI in his place in holding midfield alongside Tommaso Pobega.
JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE
Assists lone goal Sunday Freuler assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 victory versus Fiorentina.
Impact Freuler assisted the only goal of Sunday's match as he set up Jens Odgaard's strike in the 59th minute. It was one of two chances he created in the match. He also helped his side keep a clean sheet as he won one tackle, intercepted one pass and made two clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.
DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Posts four clearances versus Lazio Freuler created one scoring chance and registered four clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 3-0 loss to Lazio.
Impact Freuler had to defend even more than usual due to the nature of the contest, but Lazio still hit the net thrice despite his efforts. He has posted two shots (zero on target), two key passes, nine tackles (five won) and eight clearances in the last five matches.
NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Wins three tackles against Lecce Freuler registered two shots (zero on goal), four tackles (three won) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Lecce.
Impact Freuler put in the usual effort in the midfield but missed a freebie in the first half, sending his shot over the bar from a great position. He has yet to score this season, while he has assisted once. He has tallied six key passes, 19 tackles (eight won), two crosses (zero accurate) and three clearances in the last three games.
NOVEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up point versus Monza Freuler assisted once to go with two tackles (two won), two clerances and three chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Monza.
Impact Freuler made his presence felt offensively in this one, uncharacteristically leading his team in chances, recording a season-high in such a stat, and slipped the ball to Santiago Castro before a successful strike from distance for his first goal contribution in 2024/2025. He has played full minutes so far and logged seven key passes, 12 tackels (eight won) and six interceptions in the last five fixtures.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Serviceable in Empoli game Freuler generated one cross (zero accurate), two interceptions, two clearances and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Empoli.
Impact Freuler did a little bit of everything in the draw, and it appears his role and prominence haven't been affected by a coaching chance. He has seen full minutes so far, posting key passes, eight tackles and seven clearances.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Finds target in Italy game Freuler scored one goal to go with three shots (one on target), two tackles (both won) and two clearances in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Italy.
Impact Freuler opened the scoring with a slightly fortunate finish after a timely cut through the box and was stout as usual in the midfield. He has dished two assists in four matches, adding three shots (one on target), six tackles and eight clearances.
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Assists from midfield Freuler assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Germany.
Impact Freuler got the start and played the full 90 in the final match of the group stage, popping up for an assist on the opening goal. The midfielder has been a nice partner for Granit Xhaka in the middle of the park and should play a major role heading into a tough knockout stage path.
JUNE 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Assist in opener Freuler assisted on one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Hungary. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 59th minute.
Impact Freuler earned his assist on the brink of halftime, finding Michel Aebischer in the 45th minute for the club's second goal of the match. He was quiet outside of the assist, only adding on an interception and a chance created in his 86 minutes of play.
JUNE 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Wins five tackles in Juventus game Freuler had one shot (one on target), one key pass and one interception and won five of six tackles in Monday's 3-3 draw with Juventus.
Impact Freuler worked hard as usual in the midfield, and it was probably no coincidence that Juventus broke through after he was subbed out. He has tallied 13 tackles (10 won), eight clearances and two chances created in the last five rounds.
MAY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Serviceable in Monza game Freuler drew one foul and had three shots (zero on goal), three interceptions and one tackle (one won) in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Monza.
Impact Freuler brought the hustle in the midfield but also fired off from distance a few times, matching his season-high in attempts. He has assisted once in the last five games, adding eight key passes, 11 tackles (eight won) and nine interceptions.
APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Provides balance versus Frosinone Freuler generated two tackles (two won), two chances created, one clearance and two interceptions in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Frosinone.
Impact Freuler protected the defense masterfully and also had two key passes to round out his output. He has assisted once in the last five rounds, totaling eight chances created, 15 tackles (nine won) and 10 clearances.
APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Sets up goal against Salernitana Freuler assisted once to go with zero corners and three chances created in Monday's 3-0 victory versus Salernitana.
Impact Freuler assisted Alexis Saelemaekers for Bologna's second goal in the 44th minute. Freuler also massively contributed defensively, with seven tackles, three interceptions and a clearance. He has also created six chances in the last five appearance.
APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
