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Sends in four crosses against Lazio Bastoni had two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate), one key pass and two corners in Sunday's 2-0 defeat to Lazio.

Impact Bastoni returned to the XI after being unused in the past two matches and was pretty sprightly on offense even though his club didn't manage to score. He has started in five of the last eight matches, tallying 10 crosses (two accurate), two key passes, three crosses (zero accurate) and four corners, while he was unused or played very little in the remaining three. He usually splits time with Jacopo Fazzini, Youssef Maleh and Szymon Zurkowski in a pair of spots in the midfield.

MAY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Bastoni scores late as Empoli continues improvement under Nicola with 3-2 win at Sassuolo

Substitute Simone Bastoni scored deep in stoppage time to help Empoli snatch a 3-2 win at Sassuolo in a Serie A relegation fight and continue its positive run under Davide Nicola

FEBRUARY 24 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wins Sassuolo match at the buzzer Bastoni scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), one tackle (one won) and one successful duel in 10 minutes in Saturday's 3-2 victory versus Sassuolo.

Impact Bastoni didn't play much but wriggled free on a set piece and bagged a pretty header in the final minute of the game. He hadn't played in a while due to an injury and the competition and needed multiple absences to get some game time. The good showing might lead to more opportunities in the coming fixtures. It's his first goal contribution of the season. He has tallied three shots (one on target), seven chances and 20 crosses (six accurate) in nine appearances (three starts).

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Unused versus Salernitana Bastoni (thigh) didn't play in Friday's 3-1 win over Salernitana.

Impact Bastoni worked his way back from a thigh strain that sidelined him for five matches but didn't get minutes right away. He'll be an option primarily for the left-wing in their current scheme, but Emmanuel Gyasi, Liberato Cacace and Giuseppe Pezzella can all play in such a role too.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Friday Bastoni (thigh) is on the bench for Friday's contest against Salernitana.

Impact Bastoni is finally making his return to the team sheet Friday, ending a five-match spell on the sidelines due to a thigh issue. He was only given a spot on the bench in his return and should be expected to remain in that spot moving forward, as he mainly has served as a rotational player this campaign, only starting three times in eight appearances.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Salernitana match Bastoni (thigh) returned to full training and will likely return in Friday's game against Salernitana, Quotidiano Sportivo informed.

Impact Bastoni is poised to be back after missing five matches due to a thigh strain. He'll be an option either as a box-to-box or on the left wing, competing with Emmanuel Gyasi and Liberato Cacace in the second role. He didn't have a regular role before the injury, posting seven key passes, 20 crosses (six accurate) and 14 tackles in eight appearances (three starts).

FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss a few games Bastoni suffered a medium/low-grade biceps femoris strain in his left thigh, Empoli announced.

Impact Bastoni will likely be out for at least a month because of the injury. He usually alternates with Liberato Cacace, who is suspended for the next game. Sebastiano Luperto might adapt to the position in a pinch.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Subs in and out against Cagliari Bastoni played just 15 minutes off the bench, tallying four clerances and one pass, in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Cagliari due to a physical problem, Sky Italy informed.

Impact Bastoni had come off the bench to bolster the midfield and appeared shaken up after getting hit in the face by the ball, but he might have also suffered a muscular issue, the publication informed. He was substituted by Filippo Ranocchia. He'll have more than a week to recover for the next game, where he'll be the only left-back available since Liberato Cacace will be suspended.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in five crosses versus Lazio Bastoni recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Friday's 2-0 loss to Lazio. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 57th minute.

Impact Baston had a good all-around performance and sent in his second-most crosses in the season. The midfielder also received his first yellow card in the campaign, though. That was only his third start in seven overall appearances, but he has yet to score or assist.

DECEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in eight crosses Bastoni generated one shot (zero on goal), eight crosses (four accurate) and four corners in Monday's 1-1 draw against Lecce.

Impact Bastoni registered his second start of the season Monday, tying a match-high and gaining a new season-high in crosses with his eight. He was also decent outside of his crosses, creating three chances in the attack while also adding one interception and three clearances in the defense. He will hope to see more time in the starting XI after a decent performance against Lecce.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent in Frosinone game Bastoni recorded two key passes, two crosses (zero accurate), five interceptions, and seven tackles (five won) in Monday's 1-2 loss to Frosinone.

Impact Bastoni drew his first start of the season at right-back, replacing Liberato Cacace, and stood out on both ends. He can also play in the midfield if need be. He was productive in a consistent role at Spezia in the past campaign. He has played five times so far, registering three key passes, seven crosses (two accurate), and 11 tackles.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heads to Empoli Bastoni has transferred to Empoli on a season-long loan with an option to buy from Spezia, the teams announced.

Impact Bastoni had to wait until deadline day but will indeed return to Serie A after three excellent campaigns at Spezia, although the final one was marred by a knee injury. He'll be able to feature in multiple roles in the back and in the midfield. He tallied two goals, four assists, 18 chances created, and 103 crosses (21 accurate) in 19 matches in 2022/2023.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Roma clash Bastoni won't be available versus Roma, coach Leonardo Semplici announced.

Impact Bastoni recently returned from a thigh problem and will be out for unknown reasons. Arkadiusz Reca. Albin Ekdal, and Kevin Agudelo will absorb his playing time. A major knee injury limited him to 19 appearances (15 starts) this season. He has logged two goals, four assists, 18 chances created, and 103 crosses (21 accurate).

JUNE 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes in late against Torino Bastoni (thigh) sent in three crosses (one accurate), won one of two tackles and had one corner in ten minutes in Saturday's 0-4 loss to Torino.

Impact Bastoni got busy in his short time on the pitch following a two-game absence due to a thigh issue. If he has a clean week of practice, he'll be in contention to start either on the left flank, impacting Arkadiusz Reca, or in the midfield, over either Albin Ekdal or Mehdi Bourabia. He has logged two assists, three chances created, 14 crosses (four accurate), and ten tackles (six won) in his last five appearances.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Torino Bastoni (thigh) "isn't 100 percent but we will be an option versus Torino Saturday," coach Leonardo Semplici announced.

Impact Bastoni has shaken off a thigh problem that cost him the past two matches. He's more likely to come off the bench than to start considering the boss' words. He can feature in multiple roles. He has tallied two assists, three chances created, 14 crosses (four accurate), and eight tackles (five won) in his last five appearances.

MAY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Diagnosed with strain Bastoni suffered a first-degree lesion of the rectus femoris muscle in his left thigh, Spezia announced.

Impact Bastoni will be forced to skip two or three more matches depending on how quickly he manages to recover. Dimitrios Nikolaou, Arkadiuz Reca, Salvatore Esposito, and Viktor Kovalenko will play more as a result of his absence given his ability to feature in multiple roles.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Drops to the bench Bastoni has been removed from the starting lineup due to a last-minute issue while warming up, Spezia announced. Salvatore Esposito will replace him.

Impact Bastoni picked up a problem right before kick-off and, while he's listed on the bench on the league's site, he's unlikely to feature. Ethan Ampadu will move to the defense, and Dimitrios Nikalou will play as a left-back to adjust to the late change.

MAY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in defeat Bastoni assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat versus Atalanta. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 40th minute.

Impact Bastoni assisted the opener scored by Emmanuel Gyasi in the 18th minute. He also made two tackles, one key pass and one interception. He was substituted by Salvatore Esposito in the 57th minute. He has been booked in three of the last four matches and has seven yellow cards this season. He has also assisted twice in the last three matches.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses in loss Bastoni generated one shot (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Friday's 2-0 loss versus Monza.

Impact Bastoni whipped in four crosses Friday, with two accurate crosses for his second straight match. He also recorded one on target shot, one chance created, one corner and won one tackle in his 58 minutes of action.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in draw Bastoni assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Sampdoria. In addition, he was given a yellow card...

Impact Bastoni assisted Daniele Verde for the equaliser in the 59th minute. He was replaced in the 79th minute by Arkadiusz Reca in the 79th minute. Bastoni has netted twice and assisted thrice this season. He averages 2.6 tackles and 0.8 clearances per game.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Bastoni completed a one-game ban in Friday's 0-3 loss to Lazio.

Impact Bastoni will be in contention in the midfield and at left-back against Sampdoria, but he has yet to start since coming back from a major knee injury. He has recorded four crosses (zero accurate), three corners, two tackles (one won), and one interception in his past two appearances.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended for Lazio clash Bastoni won one of two tackles and had one inaccurate cross, one interception, and one clearance in 25 minutes in Saturdaya's 1-1 draw with Fiorentina and will miss one game due to...

Impact Bastoni came off the bench for the second match in a row following a major injury. Spezia should continue to roll with the same players they have used lately in his roles versus Lazio.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 14 minutes Bastoni generated three crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Salernitana.

Impact Bastoni recorded his first log since Jan. 8. A knee injury caused him to sit out 10 Serie A games Spezia played from that date to the team's latest game. Like he was pre-injury, Bastoni is expected to be part of Spezia's starting XI again sooner than later.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Sunday Bastoni is fit and in the match day squad to face Salernitana on Sunday.

Impact Bastoni returns from a knee injury suffered in January to take part in Sunday's squad. The defender starts from the bench but is available if called upon Sunday.

APRIL 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to full training Bastoni (knee) practiced with no limitations Saturday, Spezia announced.

Impact Bastoni has completed the rehab following a meniscus tear he suffered two months ago. He'll resume being an option either at left-back or in the midfield against Salernitana. He has logged two goals, two assists, 20 shots (six on target), and 86 crosses (17 accurate) in 13 appearances.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Bastoni scores late as Empoli continues improvement under Nicola with 3-2 win at Sassuolo