Impact Piccoli enjoyed some success late in the season but didn't fully blossom this season either and will likely depart again to seek regular minutes rather than stay as a deep reserve.
JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Back at Atalanta Piccoli has returned to Atalanta following a season-long stint at Empoli.
Silent versus Lazio Piccoli had one clearance and four passes in Round 38's 0-2 loss to Lazio.
Impact Piccoli drew the start for the second week in a row, but he wasn't very involved and struggled to put up numbers. He was more effective off the bench in the two previous games. He had a rotational role and finished with two goals, 12 shots (six on target), four chances created, and nine clearances in 13 appearances (six starts).
JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Nets in Juventus game Piccoli scored one goal to go with two shots (two on target), one successful take-on, and one duel in Monday's 4-1 win against Juventus.
Impact Piccoli did damage off the bench for the second match in a row, concluding a counter with a comfortable finish. He has hit the net twice and logged eight shots (five on target), two key passes, and one inaccurate cross in his last six appearances.
MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores against Sampdoria Piccoli scored one goal to go with three shots (two on target) and one foul in five minutes in Monday's 1-1 draw against Sampdoria.
Impact Piccoli was very active relative to his playing time and hit the net with a point-blank deflection for his first goal of the season. He'll look to challenge Francesco Caputo, Nicolo Cambiaghi, and their other attackers down the stretch. He has tallied six shots (three on target), two key passes, and one inaccurate cross in his last five appearances (three starts).
MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Creates two chances against Lecce Piccoli won eight duels and recorded one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and two chances created in Monday's 1-0 win against Lecce.
Impact Piccoli drew his second start since joining and had a pretty physical display. He'll compete with Martin Satriano and Nicolo Cambiaghi going forward. He has logged five shots (two on target), two chances created, and one inaccurate cross in six appearances with Empoli (two starts).
APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Will be option against Atalanta Piccoli (thigh) "has recovered and will be available for Friday's game versus Atalanta," coach Paolo Zanetti relayed.
Impact Piccoli was a late scratch before the past game, but he'll return to the squad list and provide some offensive depth up front Friday. He has tallied four shots (one on target) and three clearances in five appearances (one start) since joining.
MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Unavailable for Udinese game Piccoli missed Sunday's match versus Udinese due to a thigh contracture, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.
Impact Piccoli was a late scratch and will be assessed next week to see whether he could return versus Atalanta. Martin Satriano and Francesco Caputo played for the entirety of the game given the lack of alternatives.
MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Transfers to Empoli Piccoli has joined Empoli on an 18-month loan from Atalanta after leaving Bologna, the clubs announced.
Impact Piccoli has played just seven times (two starts) so far, also due to a pair of thigh injuries. He has notched four shots (two on target), one chance created, and three inaccurate crosses. He'll compete with Martin Satriano and Mattia Destro at his new club.
JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Unused sub against Torino Piccoli (thigh) didn't play in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Torino.
Impact Piccoli was an option after missing four matches with a thigh injury, but the coach went with Milan Djuric and Thomas Henry as the center-forwards in this one. He'll probably have to wait for his opportunities.
JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Available versus Torino Piccoli (thigh) "has practiced regularly lately and is fit for Wednesday's match against Torino," coach Marco Zaffaroni announced.
Impact Piccoli could not play in the December friendlies after missing four games with a thigh strain, but he completed the rehab. "He'll be very useful, especially in certain types of matches," the gaffer added. He has played in just four fixtures due to multiple injuries in the first half of the season, logging four shots (two on target), one chance created, and two inaccurate crosses.
JANUARY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Not ready to play Piccoli (thigh) missed Sunday's friendly against NK Istra as he's recovering from his injury, Verona report.
Impact Piccoli sustained a thigh strain in late October and hasn't gone into full training yet. He'll attempt to ramp up in the final weeks of December ahead of Serie A's resumption.
DECEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Will not return against Spezia Piccoli (thigh) will stay on the mend for Sunday's clash with Spezia, Sky Italy reports.
Impact Piccoli will skip the third straight contest due to a thigh injury. Thomas Henry and Milan Djuric have played as center-forwards lately, while Kevin Lasagna, Simone Verdi, and Yayah Kallon are the top options in the supporting roles. Piccoli closes the fist portion of the campaign with four shots (two on target), one chance crated, two inaccurate crosses, and one tackle in four appearances (two starts).
NOVEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Will miss some time Piccoli will skip Monday's game versus Roma, and potentially more games due to a thigh injury, Corriere di Verona informs.
Impact Piccoli picked up a muscular problem during the Sassuolo fixture and might not be able to return before the World Cup break. Yayah Kallon and Kevin Lasagna are next in line in the role, at least until Darko Lazovic (thigh) doesn't come back.
OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Subs off in first half versus Sassuolo Piccoli took one shot on target and drew two fouls in 30 minutes in Monday's 1-2 loss to Verona due to an apparent thigh injury, Sky Italy informs.
Impact Piccoli drew the start in this one but he couldn't finish the game because of a muscular injury. He's headed for some tests. He was replaced by Yayah Kallon, while Kevin Lasagna came in late or. The two would be the main candidates to substitute Ajdin Hrustic (ankle) if Roberto Piccoli were shelved as well.
OCTOBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out with thigh injury Piccoli is missing from Verona's squad list to face Bologna Sunday due to a biceps femoris strain in the right thigh, Tuttomercatoweb informs.
Impact Piccoli is set to sit out about three weeks before of the injury. Thomas Henry, Kevin Lasagna and Milan Djuric will be the top choices up front while Piccoli is out.
AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Joins Verona on loan Piccoli has moved to Verona on a season-long loan from Atalanta, the clubs announced.
Impact Piccoli will be hoping to bounce back from an injury-riddled six-month spell at Genoa, where he was unable to score. He notched five goals, 15 shots (11 on target) and three chances in 2019/2020 at Spezia. He is likely to face considerable competition for minutes even though Giovanni Simeone is likely to leave the club.
JUNE 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Unavailable for Bologna game Piccoli (thigh) was not included in Genoa's squad list to face Bologna Saturday.
Impact Piccoli was part of the initial squad list for the previous game but was a late scratch and will ultimately miss the last month of the season because of a thigh injury. He has not had a great year as he has scored just once in 17 appearances (three starts), taking seven shots and creating eight chances between his spells at Atalanta and Genoa.
MAY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Misses Napoli game Piccoli (thigh) did not make Genoa's game-day squad list in Sunday's 0-3 loss to Napoli.
Impact Piccoli was originally called up but wound up on the stands. He should have better chances to feature in Saturday's home game versus Bologna.
MAY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Called up for Napoli game Piccoli (thigh) has been named in Genoa's squad list to face Napoli Sunday.
Impact Piccoli is available after missing three games due to a thigh strain. His return could impact Mattia Destro and Kelvin Yeboah's playing time. He has tallied two off-target shots, four chances and one accurate cross in his last five appearances.
MAY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Will miss more time Piccoli will have to sit out more matches, coach Alexander Blessin announced.
Impact Piccoli is rumored to have picked up a thigh strain, so he is a long shot to recover for the following match versus Juventus too. Caleb Ekuban was the lone striker on the pitch in the previous fixture. With Piccoli sidelined, Mattia Destro and Kelvin Yeboah have better chances of seeing minutes, either off the bench or if the coach switched to a more offensive scheme.
APRIL 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for Cagliari game Piccoli was omitted from Genoa's squad list to face Cagliari Sunday due to a muscular problem, Ansa reports.
Impact Piccoli started in the last two matches but got hurt during the week. Either Mattia Destro or Kelvin Yeboah will lead the attack in this one.
APRIL 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Unused versus Torino Piccoli (thigh) did not feature in Friday's 1-0 win over Torino.
Impact Piccoli was available following a multi-week absence, but he will need to unseat either Mattia Destro or Kelvin Yeboah to garner some playing time. Genoa will face Verona away after the break.
MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Called up for Torino match Piccoli (thigh) has made strides in his recovery and will be an option Friday versus Torino, coach Alexander Blessin informed.
Impact Piccoli will make his return after about a month on the shelf. The coach suggested he will be eased into action, so Kelvin Yeboah and Mattia Destro remain the two top offensive options for this one. He has made just two off-the-bench appearances since joining in January.
MARCH 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Will not be back soon Piccoli has been diagnosed with a strain and will return after the next international break, coach Alexander Blessin stated.
Impact Piccoli will sit out the next three matches after missing the most recent two because of the issues. Kelvin Yeboah and Mattia Destro will be the top choices as no.9 while Piccoli is out.
MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
