Impact Lukic has missed the last few games for club and country due to a calf injury, but he is fit enough to be on the pitch from the start on Thursday in defensive midfield.
NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Brazil Lukic (calf) is in Serbia's starting lineup for Thursday's World Cup opener against Brazil.
Travels to Qatar Lukic (calf) traveled to Qatar for Thursday's World Cup opener against Brazil.
Impact Lukic will be in for a tough match if able to make the starting XI for the World Cup opener. Not only will he be recovering from a calf issue, but Serbia are taking on the World Cup favorites Brazil in a match that figures to be one-sided.
NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Will sit out pre-World Cup match Lukic (calf) won't be called up for Friday's game against Bahrain, coach Dragan Stojkovic announced.
Impact Lukic skipped the last two matches with Torino before the break due to a minor calf issue, and he's not 100 percent yet. He won't play in the friendly to avoid risks and will undergo further evaluations ahead of the opening match versus Brazil.
NOVEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play versus Roma Lukic (calf) will remain sidelined for Sunday's clash with Roma, coach Ivan Juric informed. "He didn't want to come out versus Bologna and took a risk, showing his sense of belongi...
Impact Lukic will sit out the second game in a row Sunday, but it appears that the injury is minor and won't jeopardize his presence in Qatar. Karol Linetty and Samuele Ricci are set to pair up again in the midfield.
NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Unavailable versus Sampdoria Lukic (calf) won't be involved in Wednesday's game against Sampdoria, Torino announced.
Impact Lukic will skip at least one game because of a calf problem, and he won't be rushed back with the World Cup right around the corner. Karol Linetty will likely take his place in the midfield, while Emirhan Ilkhan and Michel Ndary Adopo could get some minutes off the bench.
NOVEMBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Converts PK in loss Lukic scored one goal from his only shot, sent in two inaccurate crosses, made one tackle (won) and three interceptions in Sunday's 2-1 loss at Bologna.
Impact Lukic converted a PK in the 26th minute, but it wasn't enough to earn the road win, since they conceded twice in the second half. That was his second goal in the season. The forward is doubtful for Wednesday's game against Sampdoria due to calf soreness, and may be replaced by Karol Linetty or Emirhan Ilkhan if not cleared to play.
NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Doubtful for Sampdoria game Lukic didn't practice Tuesday due to calf soreness, Torino announced.
Impact Lukic will be re-assessed before the game, but he might be forced to miss Wednesday's clash with Sampdoria or see limited minutes. Karol Linetty and Emirhan Ilkhan are the other options in the midfield.
NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
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NOVEMBER 7, 2022 • YOUTUBE
Pretty good versus Juventus Lukic won two of three tackles and three duels and had two shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 0-1 loss to Juventus.
Impact Lukic did a little bit of everything, as he's one to do, and had uncorked a pair of key passes. He has scored once and posted eight shots (two on target), seven chances created, 13 crosses (four accurate), and ten tackles (seven won) in the last five fixtures.
OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores equalizer versus Empoli Lukic scored a goal off three shots (two on target), created three chances and sent in seven crosses (three accurate) during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Empoli.
Impact Lukic had already been very productive throughout the match and then became the hero for Torino in the 90th minute. The playmaker displayed a lot of hustle to block a clearance after a rebound from the goalkeeper and sent the ball into the back of the net for the goal that sealed the 1-1 draw. This was the first goal of the season for Lukic, who will try to keep up with the strong play during Saturday's home clash against Juventus.
OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Wins three tackles in Napoli game Lukic won five duels and three of five tackels and had two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-3 loss against Napoli.
Impact Lukic contributed more defensively than in the final third in this one, mostly due to the difficulty of the game. He has registered five chances created, ten crosses (two accurate), nine tackles, and six interceptions in seven appearances.
OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Three shots against Sassuolo Lukic had three shots in a 1-0 defeat to Sassuolo on Saturday.
Impact Lukic had a decent outing for the losing team. The 26-year-old had three shots but none were on target. Other than that, Lukic also provided a solitary key pass.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Makes sub appearances against Torino Lukic created one scoring chance, had one cross (one accurate) and one corner and won one duel in 19 minutes in Saturday's 0-0 tie against Lazio.
Impact Lukic returned to the squad list but didn't start after an incident. He lost the captain's armband and might have to earn back the trust of the coach, but he's clearly their best option in a role where they haven't much depth, so he should continue to stay involved despite the messy situation.
AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Reintegrated in the squad Lukic will be stripped of the captain's armband, but he will remain part of the team, coach Ivan Juric announced.
Impact Lukic was disciplined in the opener for not showing up for the final practice due to a contractual dispute with the team. He has apologized afterward and will be utilized in the upcoming matches, although the coach didn't sound certain the situation has been completely resolved. Normally a sure-fire starter, he will compete with Karol Linetty and Nikola Vlasic in the next games given the incident. Thanks to PK duties, he logged five goals, four assists, 32 shots (ten on target) and 51 tackles in 35 appearances last season.
AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Reports back to the team Lukic returned to the training center and apologized to the coach and his teammates Monday, TuttoSport reports.
Impact Lukic didn't show up for the final practice before the opener due to a contractual dispute with the club, and he was subsequently excluded from the squad list. He has resumed negotiating with the management and he could be re-integrated for Saturday's home game versus Lazio, although more will be known in the next few days. If indeed available, he would likely start over Karol Linetty in the midfield.
AUGUST 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for Monza match Lukic (contract dispute) hasn't been called up for Saturday's game versus Monza.
Impact Lukic will indeed be unavailable for his one after an argument with the management. Samuele Ricci, Karol Linetty and Emirhan Ilkhan are the only midfielders available for this one.
AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Likely to miss Monza game Lukic could be left out of the squad for Saturday's match versus Monza after asking the management to either give him a new contract or sell him, Sky Italy reports.
Impact Lukic reportedly didn't practice Friday and has slim chances to feature, although Torino haven't issue their squad list left and they will probably try to mend the relationship with one of their top players. Karol Linetty would likely fill in for him in the midfield if his absence was confirmed, with Aleksey Miranchuk or Nikola Vlasic playing as no.10.
AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Fires two shots against Roma Lukic created one scoring chance, won one tackle, sent in one accurate cross and took two off-target shot in last Friday's 0-3 loss against Roma.
Impact Lukic was unusually fielded as a center-back to start the game but he still managed to put together a well-rounded stat line. He had his best season in years in 2021/2022, partly thanks to a few penalty kicks. He logged five goals, four assists, 32 shots (ten on target) and 32 chances in 35 appearances.
JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Four tackles against Verona Lukic made four tackles in a 1-0 win against Verona on Saturday.
Impact Lukic had a decent outing for the visitors. The 25-year-old completed four tackles in as many attempts, most by any player in the match. Other than that, Lukic also made a clearance.
MAY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Completes ban Lukic served his one-game suspension in Saturday's 0-1 loss to Napoli.
Impact Lukic sat out one game due to yellow-card accumulation. He will be back in the XI for Saturday's game versus Verona, replacing either Samuele Ricci or Rolando Mandragora. He has scored four goals, taken seven shots (five on target), created three chances and won seven of eight tackles in the last five appearances. Torino will face Verona away Saturday.
MAY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Suspended for Napoli game Lukic won four tackles, had one interception and two clearances and picked up his tenth yellow card in Sunday's 3-1 win over Empoli.
Impact Lukic did not have as much offensive success as the previous two fixtures, but he put up decent numbers in the passive phase. He will have to sit out another one due to yellow-card accumulation. Rolando Mandragora or Samuele Ricci will replace him in the XI.
MAY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Multiple goals again Lukic scored two goals during a 4-4 draw Wednesday against Atalanta.
Impact Lukic improved his 2021-22 Serie A goal tally to five by logging multiple goals during each of his last two league appearances.
APRIL 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores brace against Spezia Lukic scored a brace in a 2-1 win against Spezia on Saturday.
Impact Lukic had a great game for the winning side. The 25-year-old scored the team's both goals in the match which took his overall league goals tally to three. Other than that, Lukic also provided a couple of key passes.
APRIL 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Draws two fouls versus Lazio Lukic took two shots (one on target), drew two fouls, won five duels and had three clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Lazio.
Impact Lukic had more success in the back than in the final third in this one, and his offensive contribution tends to be quite spotty. He has notched three shots, five chances, three crosses and nine clearances in the last five games. Torino will face Spezia at home Saturday.
APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Contributes defensively versus MIlan Lukic won two of two tackles and three duels and had one interception and four clearances in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Milan.
Impact Lukic was back in the midfield after a turn as no.10 and was a non-factor in the final third, also due to the nature of the contest, while he was proficient in the passive phase. He has logged five chances, three crosses, two tackles and six clearances in the last five matches. Torino will face Lazio away Saturday.
APRIL 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
