Sassuolo Team News Page 17 - Soccer

Gregoire Defrel - Available against Frosinone Defrel (thigh) "has recovered and will be one extra option versus Frosinone," coach Alessio Dionisi announced.

Impact Defrel will return after missing two matches before the break. He got the start before getting hurt mostly because Domenico Berardi was absent. Sassuolo also added Samu Castillejo in the same role, so he'll face more competition. He tallied one chance and two clearances in his lone appearance.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Andrea Consigli - Absent against Frosinone Consigli won't be present versus Frosinone "due to a minor thing in practice, but we wish he will return for the next game," coach Alessio Dionisi announced.

Impact Consigli will sit out this one due to a knock and will be replaced by Alessio Cragno, who could have the opportunity to hold onto the starting job if he fared well.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Andrea Consigli - Beaten once by Verona Consigli recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Friday's 3-1 victory over Verona.

Impact Consigli didn't see many shots come his way but still conceded on a close-range finish by Cyril Ngonge. He has yet to keep a clean sheet and he has surrendered five goals and made seven saves in three games. Sassuolo will visit Frosinone on September 17.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nedim Bajrami - Provides spark against Verona Bajrami created one scoring chance and had one shot (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate), and three corners in 25 minutes in Friday's 3-1 victory versus Verona.

Impact Bajrami didn't get the start as Sassuolo went with a more muscular lineup but put up his usual numbers despite his time on the pitch. He has posted three shots (one on target), two key passes, and seven corners in three matches.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Matheus Henrique - Quiet against Verona Henrique won five duels and registered one shot (zero on goal), two interceptions, and one chance created in Friday's 3-1 win against Verona.

Impact Henrique was more active in the defensive phase than in the final third in this one and hasn't had a strong start after a productive end to the previous season. He has recorded seven tackles, three interceptions, and two chances created in three fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Martin Erlic - Shows well in Verona game Erlic had four tackles (two won), two clearances and one interception in Friday's 3-1 victory against Verona.

Impact Erlic couldn't stop the opponents from scoring once but had a strong display nonetheless. Sassuolo have yet to keep a clean sheet. He has notched four interceptions, nine tackles, and 11 clearances in three games.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Matias Vina - Delivers five crosses against Verona Vina won two duels, drew two fouls, and generated five crosses (zero accurate) and three interceptions in Friday's 3-1 win over Verona.

Impact Vina wasn't precise but was energetic and contributed on both ends. He's set to play a lot as the lone left-footed fullback on the squad, although the others can adapt to the position if needed. He has posted eight crosses (zero accurate), four tackles, and five interceptions in three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jeremy Toljan - Sets up teammate in Verona game Toljan won two of two tackles and assisted once to go with five crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 3-1 win over Verona.

Impact Toljan has so far been able to stave off the competition coming from newcomer Marcus Pedersen and showed well in this one, attacking at will and teeing up Andrea Pinamonti with a precise cross. He had just one assist last season. He has tallied six deliveries (one accurate), two key passes, and four tackles so far.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Armand Lauriente - Provides assist against Verona Lauriente assisted once to go with four shots (one on goal), six crosses (one accurate), and five corners in Friday's 3-1 win over Verona.

Impact Lauriente piled it up offensively and collected a point by hitting Domenico Berardi in strides with a through ball ahead of the second goal for his side. He's up to seven shots (two on target), four chances created, and 13 crosses (three accurate) through three games. Sassuolo will visit Frosinone on September 17.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Andrea Pinamonti - Scores against Verona Pinamonti won six duels and scored one goal to go with three shots (one on target) and one chance created in Friday's 3-1 victory over Verona.

Impact Pinamonti broke the deadlock in the first half with an opportunistic finish from close range on a cross by Jeremy Toljan to open his seasonal tally. He has posted seven shots (one on target), two chances, and one inaccurate cross so far. Sassuolo will visit Frosinone on September 17.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Domenico Berardi - Bags brace versus Verona Berardi scored two goals to go with three shots (three on target), four crosses (two accurate), and two corners in Friday's 3-1 win against Verona.

Impact Berardi was his usual self in his return, running the show offensively with Sassuolo and hitting the net twice with a finish after a cut deflected by a defender and a PK. The offseason drama didn't affect his first performance. Sassuolo will visit Frosinone on September 17.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Domenico Berardi - Starting against Verona Berardi is in the starting lineup for Friday's match against Verona.

Impact Berardi is in the starting lineup for Friday's match after being a game-time decision due to missing training and wanting to leave the club. The midfielder has been eyeing a move out of the club all offseason but it seems he will be staying after getting named to the starting lineup Friday. This will be his first match for Sassuolo this campaign.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Samu Castillejo - Heads back to Serie A Castillejo has joined Sassuolo on a season-long loan with an option to buy from Valencia, the club announced.

Impact Castilejo bounced back in Spain after being an afterthought at Milan for a couple of seasons, recording four goals, 37 shots (11 on target), 30 chances created, and 87 crosses (23 accurate) in 25 appearances (17 starts). He'll be the top backup on either offensive wing.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gregoire Defrel - Ruled out for Verona game Defrel (thigh) will return after the break, coach Alessio Dionisi announced.

Impact Defrel will skip the second game in a row while tending to a muscular problem. Domenico Berardi will return and could start on the right. The alternatives are Nedim Bajrami and Emil Ceide.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Domenico Berardi - Available against Verona Berardi "will be an option and might start against Verona," coach Alessio Dionisi announced.

Impact Berardi didn't train fully prior to the previous matches while he was trying to leave, but he re-joined the group and could be in the XI right away. He logged 12 goals, 7 assists, 83 shots (27 on target), and 45 chances in 26 matches last season.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Andrea Consigli - Concedes twice to the Champions Consigli registered three saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Napoli.

Impact Consigli recorded three saves and two clearances but conceded to Victor Osimhen in the 16th minute and Giovanni Di Lorenzo in the 64th minute. He has conceded four goals in two games and is yet to keep his first clean sheet.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Maxime Lopez - Will miss two games Lopez has been handed a two-game ban for uttering a severely insulting expression toward the referee, the League announced.

Impact Lopez will have to sit the matches against Verona and Frosinone unless he wins an appeal. Daniel Boloca and Uros Racic will pick up the slack in the midfield.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 27, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Gregoire Defrel - Late scratch for Napoli clash Defrel made the trip to Naples but ended up on the stands due to a thigh issue, Tuttomercatoweb informs.

Impact Defrel was the frontrunner to replace Domenico Berardi but felt some muscular discomfort and wasn't risked. The coach titled the scheme and advanced Nedim Bajrami, while Emil Ceide came off the bench. Berardi could reprise his starting role in the next game.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Maxime Lopez - Sent off against Napoli Lopez was sent off with a straight red card in the 51st minute of Sunday's 2-0 defeat to Napoli.

Impact Lopez didn't do much during his time on the pitch and hit the showers early for berating the referee. He might get a multi-game suspension. Sassuolo might welcome back Domenico Berardi in the next game, allowing Nedim Bajrami to move back to the midfield, with Daniel Boloca staying in the XI. The alternatives are Uros Racic and Kristian Thorstvedt.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Domenico Berardi - Stays out against Napoli Berardi "has resumed training fully but will be spared against Napoli to work on his conditioning," coach Alessio Dionisi announced.

Impact Berardi seems poised to stay despite trying to force his way out but will skip the second match in a row as he's not in tip-top shape. Gregoire Defrel should replace him again.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Andrea Pinamonti - Not on target Sunday Pinamonti recorded three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 defeat versus Atalanta.

Impact Pinamonti was active upfront for Atalanta, but he was unable to find the target, and couldn't test Juan Musso as much as he would've liked it. Sassuolo will look to bounce back next week in a tough matchup against Napoli, and Pinamonti is likely to keep his place in the starting lineup in that contest.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Armand Lauriente - Active in attack despite loss Lauriente recorded three shots (one on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Sunday's 2-0 loss versus Atalanta.

Impact Lauriente was able to rack up three shots and solid peripheral stats, particularly in set-piece situations, so he still delivered a solid fantasy stat line even despite the loss. Lauriente should remain in the starting lineup when Sassuolo takes on Napoli this upcoming weekend.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Andrea Consigli - Gives up two late goals Consigli recorded two saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-0 loss versus Atalanta.

Impact Consigli was only a few minutes away from securing a clean sheet, but he was unable to accomplish that following the second.half strikes from Charles De Ketelaere and Nadir Zortea. The veteran goalkeeper had a good outing overall, however, and he should remain in the starting lineup when Sassuolo takes on Napoli, another difficult opponent, on Sunday.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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