SPEZIA CALCIO NEWS

Arkadiusz Reca - Suffers thigh injury Reca has been diagnosed with a small rectus femoris strain in the right thigh after getting hurt in the warm-ups of the past game, Spezia announced.

Impact Reca stayed on the bench even though he could not play. He has made just one appearance so far since he had to deal with multiple physical problems. Simone Bastoni will continue to be the primary choice at left-back, with Salvador Ferrer and Jacopo Sala as the alternatives. Reca might miss time past the third break.

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Giulio Maggiore - Struggles against Fiorentina Maggiore took one shot (zero on target), made one clearance and created a chance in Sunday's 3-0 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Maggiore only managed 65 minutes before being replaced by Daniele Verde with his side down two. He has two assists this season but has not been involved a goal since September 22. His next match is on November 6 against Torino.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jacopo Sala - Subs in at half time against Fiorentina Sala (thigh) had one clearance and won one tackle in Sunday's 0-3 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Sala returned after missing four games due to a thigh injury and replaced Salvador Ferrer at right-back. He will be in the mix also to feature as central midfielder going forward. He has posted one shot, four chances created, three crosses and nine tackles in six games (three starts). Spezia will face Torino at home Saturday.

NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Martin Erlic - Logs eight clearances versus Fiorentina Erlic had two interceptions, two blocks and eight clearances in Sunday's 0-3 loss to Fiorentina.

Impact Erlic was a late insertion to the XI as Petko Hristov got hurt during warm-ups. He returned from a six-game absence in this one. Barring further health problems, he is set to be a regular starter since he is their best center-back. He has posted four interceptions, five blocks and 16 clearances in four games, with no clean sheets. Spezia will host Torino Saturday.

NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Petko Hristov - Pulled from XI Hristov (undisclosed) was removed from the starting XI due to a physical problem in the warm-ups, Spezia informed.

Impact Hristov was slated to start, but the returning Martin Erlic filled in for him last-minute. He is on the bench according to the club's site. He will likely undergo further evaluations after the game.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Aurelien Nguiamba - Unavailable against Fiorentina Nguiamba (thigh) will remain on the mend for Sunday's game versus Fiorentina, Spezia informed.

Impact Nguiamba has been sidelined because of a thigh injury in the past two weeks. Spezia will lean on Giulio Maggiore, Viktor Kovalenko and Jacopo Sala in the midfield.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jakub Kiwior - Available against Fiorentina Kiwior (ankle) has been called up for Sunday's game versus Fiorentina, Spezia announced,

Impact Kiwior has yet to debut this season and sat out the past few games because of an ankle injury. He will be an emergency option in the back now that Martin Erlic and Arkadiusz Reca are back into the fold.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Jacopo Sala - Called up for Fiorentina match Sala (calf) has been named in Spezia's squad list to face Fiorentina Sunday.

Impact Sala is available after missing a month due to a calf strain. He will provide depth in the midfield behind Giulio Maggiore and Viktor Kovalenko. He has posted eight tackles, four interceptions, five clearances and four chances created in five games (three starts).

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Arkadiusz Reca - Available against Fiorentina Reca (thigh/COVID) has been included in Spezia's squad list to face Fiorentina Sunday.

Impact Reca is is good to go after being out since mid-September first because of a thigh injury and then due to COVID. He will likely be brought along slowly, also because Simone Bastoni has been excellent on the left flank thus far. It is possible the coach will devise a system to have them both on the pitch together down the line.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Martin Erlic - Called up for Fiorentina match Erlic (thigh) has been named in Spezia's squad list to face Fiorentina Sunday.

Impact Erlic is finally available after sitting out five weeks with a thigh injury that was initially considered minor. He is generally a starter, but he might be eased into action after the lengthy absence. His return will impact Petko Hristov's minutes. He has posted two interceptions, eight clearances and three blocks in three appearances.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kelvin Amian - Unused against Genoa Amian (thigh) did not feature in Tuesday's 1-1 draw with Genoa.

Impact Amian worked his way back from a thigh injury, but the coach confirmed Salvador Ferrer at right-back. The teammate has fared well in recent games, so it is not certain that Amian will be able to reclaim his starting job. He has recorded one assist, five crosses, 15 tackles and 15 clearances in six matches, with no clean sheets. Spezia will face Fiorentina away Sunday.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mehdi Bourabia - Not close to returning Bourabia (calf) could be back after the third international break, but it not certain yet as the injury was more severe than expected, Ansa reports.

Impact Bourabia has not practiced in any capacity since picking up the injury and he is certainly out for the next two games against Fiorentina and Torino. He is iffy also for the first one after the break, although he has three weeks to make progress. Spezia will remain thin in the midfield until he returns.

OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Provedel - Concedes once in draw Provedel allowed one goal while making one save against Genoa on Tuesday, In addition, the keeper was given a yellow card in the 84th minute.

Impact Provedel was making his third straight appearance in the starting XI after taking over for Jeroen Zoet. In those outings, Provedel has made five saves and given up five goals. With the quick turnaround, the team could fo back to Zoet for Sunday's matchup with Fiorentina.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ebrima Colley - Creates four chances off bench Colley recorded two shots (zero on target), one cross (accurate) and four chances created in 31 minutes off the bench against Genoa on Tuesday.

Impact Colley returned following a six-match absence due to a thigh problem. Barring any setbacks from his substitute appearance, Colley could be in the mix to rejoin the starting XI versus Fiorentina on Sunday.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

M'bala Nzola - Records three shots Nzola registered three shots (two on target), one cross (inaccurate) and one tackle (won) against Genoa on Tuesday.

Impact Nzola led the team with two efforts on target but wasn't able to generate a goal as he continues to search for his first tally of the season. The forward has started three of his seven appearances this year and should continue to be in and out of the starting XI throughout the campaign.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Viktor Kovalenko - Launches four crosses Kovalenko registered four crosses (two accurate), two shots (zero on target) and two corners versus Genoa on Tuesday.

Impact Kovalenko split the corner-taking duties with Simone Bastoni while Daniele Verde was held in reserve as a bench option. While the team figures to continue using a platoon option for corners, Kovalenko should continue to offer top-half fantasy value even deployed in a defensive midfield role.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Simone Bastoni - Registers nine crosses Bastoni recorded nine crosses (zero accurate), one shot (off target) and two tackles (two won) versus Genoa on Tuesday. In addition, he was handed a yellow card in the 55th minute.

Impact Bastoni is tied with teammate Daniele Verde for the team lead with 40 crosses apiece this season. The defender should continue to push the attack from the back line and figures to offer solid top-half fantasy value moving forward.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rey Manaj - Named to match-day squad Manaj (undisclosed) will be available as a substitute option versus Genoa on Tuesday, per SkySports.

Impact Manaj has made just one start in five appearances this year and was an unused substitute for another four contests. As such, the forward should be expected to have a huge impact on the starting XI moving forward, making him a relative non-factor in fantasy contests.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ebrima Colley - Available as substitute Colley (thigh) will be an option off the bench against Genoa on Tuesday, per SkySports.

Impact Colley has been out of action for the last six matches, so it shouldn't be a surprise to see him being eased back into the squad. Prior to getting hurt, the forward started three straight contests in which he generated six shots (two on target) 14 crosses (two accurate) and four corners. Once back in the starting XI, Colley could be a solid fantasy target on a weekly basis.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kelvin Amian - Bench option Tuesday Amian (thigh) will be available off the bench against Genoa on Tuesday, per SkySports.

Impact Amian is back in the squad following a two-match absence but will have to settle for a reserve spot. Once the defender is back up to 100 percent, he should be in the mix to reclaim the right-back spot, perhaps as early as Sunday's matchup with Fiorentina.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ebrima Colley - Available versus Genoa Colley (thigh) has been called up for Tuesday's match versus Genoa, Spezia announced.

Impact Colley is good to go after sitting out more than a month because of a thigh injury. He used to play over Eddie Salcedo and David Strelec, who saw consistent minutes lately, but he is unlikely to get the nod right away. He has recorded six shots, 14 crosses and one chance in three games.

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kelvin Amian - Will be option versus Genoa Amian (thigh) has been named in Spezia's squad list to face Genoa Tuesday.

Impact Amian is available after missing some time due to a minor thigh injury. It remains to be seen whether he is ready to start right way. His return could push Salvador Ferrer to the midfield or to the bench, or make the scheme more defensive. He has posted one assist, 15 tackles, seven interceptions and 15 clearances, with no clean sheets.

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Rey Manaj - Called up for Genoa match Manaj (undisclosed) has been named in Spezia's squad list to face Genoa Tuesday.

Impact Manaj quickly returns among the call-ups after sitting out one game due to undisclosed reasons. He will be in contention with Eddie Salcedo and the other attackers. He has posted seven shots, six chances created and one cross in five games (one start).

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Arkadiusz Reca - Shakes off Coronavirus Reca tested negative for COVID-19 and has been allowed to return to practice, Spezia announced.

Impact Reca missed over a month, first because of a thigh injury and then due to the viral infection, therefore he is unlikely to resume being available right away.

OCTOBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Simone Bastoni - Delivers nine crosses in loss Bastoni took one shot off target, created five chances, delivered nine crosses, won two tackles, made three interceptions and drew two fouls in Friday's 2-1 loss versus Sampdoria.

Impact Bastoni was not able to make it on the scoresheet Friday but he still managed to rack up offensive stats. The fullback has now registered one assist in his last three appearances, along with producing two shots, seven chances created and 14 crosses in the same time span. He will look for another positive offensive outing Tuesday against Genoa.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE