RODRIGO BECAO NEWS

Out for Juventus encounter Becao (thigh) skipped Sunday's 0-1 loss to Juventus.

Impact Becao sat out the last three fixtures of the season due to a thigh problem. He has posted two goals, 70 tackles, 26 interceptions, 61 clearances, and 24 blocks in 28 appearances, contributing to seven clean sheets. His contract is up in 2024, and he has so far refused to engage in extension talks, which could result in a sale in the next window.

JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Juventus clash Becao is likely to miss Sunday's match versus Juventus due to a thigh problem and a contractual standoff with the team, Messaggero Veneto informs.

Impact Becao was a late scratch for the previous game and will probably be held out again for a combination of factors. Since Jaka Bijol is suspended and Adam Masina is in doubt too, the coach will likely turn to some unusual solutions or some youngsters in the back, for instance, James Abankwah and Axel Guessand.

JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing muscular problem Becao missed Saturday's fixture versus Salernitana due to a late muscular injury, Il Gazzettino informs.

Impact Becao made the trip but ended on the stands because he wasn't 100 percent. He'll be re-evaluated during the week ahead of the season finale versus Juventus. He might bite the bullet since Jaka Bijol will be suspended and Adam Masina bowed out with an injury in this one.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch for Salernitana game Becao didn't make the game-day squad list to face Salernitana Saturday..

Impact Becao is missing due to a late physical problem and will be replaced by Adam Masina in the rearguard, as it happened last week when he was suspended.

MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will return against Salernitana Becao cleared his suspension in Sunday's 0-1 loss to Salernitana.

Impact Becao was sent off after the final whistle against Fiorentina for arguing with Giacomo Bonaventura on his way to the locker room. He'll be back in the XI against Salernitana, likely substituting Adam Masina. He has registered eight tackles (six won), eight interceptions, 11 clearances, and three blocks in the previous five games, contributing to one clean sheet.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off in defeat Rodrigo Becao was sent off with a straight red card in the 96th minute of Sunday's 2-0 loss versus Fiorentina. He generated one shot (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate)...

Impact Becao received a red card for the first time this season. He also has had 11 yellow cards. He had a decent performance and recorded two crosses, one shot, one tackle, one interception and one clearance. He has seven clean sheets in 28 games this season and also averages 2.5 tackles and 2.2 clearances per game. He will miss the next match versus Lazio next week.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Outstanding against Sampdoria Becao registered six interceptions and one clearance and won one of two tackles and five duels in Monday's 2-0 win over Sampdoria.

Impact Becao was by far the busiest defender for his side and recorded a new season high for interceptions. He has registered eight in the past five games, adding seven tackles (five won), 13 clearances, and three shots, with one clean sheet.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be back against Monza Becao served a one-game ban in Saturday's 0-3 loss to Bologna.

Impact Becao skipped one due to yellow-card accumulation and was sorely missed. He'll replace Festy Ebosele versus Monza. He has registered 13 tackles (six won), five interceptions, 16 clearances, and seven blocks in the last five games, scoring once and contributing to two clean sheets.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Bologna match Becao registered three tackles (one won), one block, and two clearances in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus AC Milan and will have to sit one game due to yellow-card accumulation.

Impact Becao turned in his usual solid shift in the back, but he won't be available versus Bologna. Kingsley Ehizibue might drop to the back line, with Festy Ebosele on the flank, unless the gaffer goes with a different tactics with both him and Nehuez Perez unavailable.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner against Empoli Becao scored a goal off two shots (one on target), made three tackles (two won), seven clearances and one block, helped his side to keep a clean sheet and was shown a yellow card d...

Impact Becao was active as usual at the heart of the defense and his seven clearances were a season high. Anyway, this time his biggest contribution came on offense as he headed home a corner kick from the right to score the lone goal of the match in the 54th minute. That was the second goal of the campaign and the first since the season opener back in August for the center-back, who remains a very safe fantasy pick at his position.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles against Atalanta Becao registered five tackles (three won), three clearances, and three interceptions in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Atalanta.

Impact Becao had a remarkable performance as he held up under pressure for the entire game despite an early yellow card. He has recorded seven tackles (three accurate), 13 tackles (seven won), 12 clearances, and seven blocks in the last five matches, with one clean sheet.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Decent in Inter loss Becao had two shots (zero on target), two inaccurate crosses, three blocks, and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-3 defeat to Inter Milan.

Impact Becao was busy and okay in the back even though his side gave up three goals, and surprisingly involved on the other end. He has notched six shots (one on target), seven crosses (one accurate), 15 tackles (seven won), and eight interceptions in the last five games, with one clean sheet.

FEBRUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Solid defensively in loss Becao took two off-target shots, had two accurate crosses and intercepted three passes in Sunday's 1-0 loss at Torino.

Impact Becao had a solid game Sunday despite his team not finding a win. He had two accurate crosses and took two shots (both off target) on the attack, but more of his production came on the defensive end. He won one of three tackles attempted, intercepted three passes, made one clearance and blocked two shots in his 90 minutes of action.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Saddled with own goal in Verona tilt Becao had six tackles (one won), three clearances, and two interceptions and scored an own goal in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Verona.

Impact Becao put up good numbers in the back as usual, but he beat his own goal with an inadvertent header on a long-range effort by Darko Lazovic early in the game. He has posted 16 tackles (six won), three interceptions, 11 clearances, and seven blocks in the last five games, with one clean sheet.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active defensively against Bologna Becao created one chance and made two tackles (one won), two clearances and three blocks during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Bologna.

Impact Becao had some decent defensive numbers here but could've had an even better fantasy output if he wasn't offside when he assisted Beto for what would've been his side's second goal in the 15th minute. The center-back started his third consecutive match and showed once again that the World Cup break did him wonders for his recovery from the thigh injury suffered in October as he now looks to be at his full strength for the second half of the campaign.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Features in friendly Becao (thigh) got the nod in Friday's game against Lecce, Udinese report.

Impact Becao was able to play a few days after going back to full training and will be fit for the early January matches after missing five games with a thigh injury. He's been a defensive staple when fit, posting 27 tackles, four interceptions, five blocks, and 14 clearances, contributing to three clean sheets and scoring once in nine games.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to full practice Becao (thigh) trained with his teammates Monday, Udinese announced.

Impact Becao took some extra time to heal fully from a thigh strain that cost him five games, but he was expected to be good to go for January, and he should appear in one of the friendlies before Serie A restarts.

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eyeing January return Becao skipped Saturday's friendly versus Tibor Sezana, but "he'll resume training regularly in the two weeks prior to the Empoli game," coach Andrea Sottil announced.

Impact Becao missed the last five matches because of a thigh strain and, while he's not fully healthy yet, his team expects him to be available well ahead the first fixture of 2023.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus Napoli Becao (thigh) won't return in Saturday's game against Napoli, Messaggero Veneto informs.

Impact Becao hasn't resumed training fully after the previous game and will skip the fourth match in a row due to a thigh strain. Enzo Ebosse, Bram Nuytinck, and Kingsley Ehizibue have all gotten more minutes while he was out, as Roberto Pereyra moved around the formation. He closes the first portion of the season with one goal, one assist, 27 tackles, and 14 clearances in nine matches.

NOVEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Will not return soon Becao cleared his suspension in Saturday's 1-2 loss to Torino, but he has been diagnosed with a thigh strain after bowing out in the Lazio game, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs.

Impact Becao is at risk of missing the remaining fixtures of 2022, although he has a shot at returning since he picked up the injury a week agoEnzo Ebosse has generally filled in for him in the back. Bram Nuyinck and Kingsley Ehizibue are also options if the coach decided to switch things up.

OCTOBER 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off against Lazio Becao had three clearances and one block, won one tackle, and picked up his fifth yellow card in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Lazio before leaving the game with a thigh problem, Gianluca...

Impact Becao came into the game nursing an injury in the same area and might have aggravated it. He's headed for some tests in the next few days. He will sit out next Sunday's home game versus Torino due to yellow-card accumulation, while his availability for the following matches will hinge on the severity of the issue. Enzo Ebosse replaced him in the previous game and in this one and should take over the role, while Bram Nuytinck will become the top backup.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Lazio game Becao (thigh) is questionable for Sunday's clash with Lazio, Messaggero Veneto informs.

Impact Becao is nursing just some muscle fatigue and has been able to practice, but he's not completely out of the woods, and the coaching staff might again err on the side of caution Sunday. He was replaced by Enzo Ebosse last week.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out versus Atalanta Becao (undisclosed) is unavailable for Sunday's match against Atalanta.

Impact Becao suffered a late injury that will force him to skip at least one contest. He'll probably take further tests early next week. Enzo Ebosse is replacing him in the back.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Atalanta game Becao suffered a small muscular problem in practice and is in doubt for Sunday's match versus Atalanta, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Becao will continue to be assessed prior to the game, but he might cede the starting job even if he manages to be available. Enzo Ebosse and Bram Nuytinck would be the next men up in the back if he was spared.

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Milan Becao took one shot on target, won five duels, drew three fouls and scored a goal in Saturday's 2-4 loss to Milan.

Impact Becao found the target early with a great header, but he wasn't spotless in the back afterward, like most of his teammates. He registered two goals, 81 tackles, 86 clearances and seven clean sheets last season.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE