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Daniele Verde - Draws four fouls versus Napoli Verde won five duels and had two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate), and one corner in Sunday's 3-0 loss to Napoli.

Impact Verde got the nod with M'Bala Nzola and Emmanuel Gyasi sidelined for this one and picked up a meager amount of stats across the board on offense, but he lacked touch. He'll likely revert back to a bench role once the Spezia attack is whole. He has logged three off-target shots, one chance, and seven crosses (two accurate) in the last three appearances.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eldor Shomurodov - Creates two chances against Napoli Shomurodov drew one foul, won one duel, and had one clearance and two interceptions in Sunday's 0-3 defeat to Napoli.

Impact Shomurodov drew the nod right away after joining as M'Bala Nzola was absent, but he didn't put up numbers beside a pair of key passes. He'll split time with Raimonds Krollis, Daniele Verde, and Emmanuel Gyasi until the team's top scorer is back.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Raimonds Krollis - Makes Serie A debut Krollis (ankle) had one shot (one on goal) and won one tackle and one duel in 14 minutes in Sunday's 0-3 defeat versus Napoli.

Impact Krollis notched his first appearance after it was delayed by an ankle sprain. He could see minutes until M'Bala Nzola is back, but he'll have to compete with Eldor Shomurodov and Emmanuel Gyasi.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bartlomiej Dragowski - Poor against Napoli Dragowski registered two saves and two accurate keeper-sweepers and allowed three goals in Sunday's 0-3 defeat against Napoli.

Impact Dragowski came close to saving a PK, but he was somehow beaten in the air by Victor Osimhen on a botched clearance, where he wasn't aggressive enough, and had some sloppy passes. He has given up seven goals, kept two clean sheets, and made 16 saves in the last five matches. Spezia will visit Empoli Saturday.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Holm - Unused against Napoli Holm (groin) didn't play in Sunday's 0-3 loss to Napoli.

Impact Holm didn't get the start and was given the day off since the opponents pulled away early in the second half. His minutes are set to take a hit until he shakes off the injury, although he might continue to be available. He has notched four shots (two on target), eight crosses (three accurate), and seven tackels (two won) in the last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Holm - Bench option versus Napoli Holm (groin) is available as a sub in Sunday's game against Napoli.

Impact Holm made the game-day squad list despite a nagging physical problem, but he'll drop to a limited role, and that may be the case for a while. Salvatore Esposito entered the XI to replace him, with Ethan Ampadu moving to the backline and Kelvin Amian playing in a wide role.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jacopo Sala - Suffers muscular issue Sala is out for Sunday's clash with Napoli, Spezia announced.

Impact Sala picked up a muscular injury late in the week and will take some tests in the next few days. He hasn't featured since September even though he has mostly been healthy.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Holm - Continues to deal with lingering injury Holm has been called up for Sunday's game versus Napoli, but "he's struggling due to a groin problem, and he wouldn't have played in previous matches under normal circumstances," c...

Impact Holm is gutting it out as Spezia are dealing with a host of absences, and he might do it again Sunday, although Salva Ferrer and Tio Cipot are options on the wing if he was spared or used off the bench.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Raimonds Krollis - Available versus Napoli Krollis (ankle) will be an option Sundays against Napoli, coach Luca Gotti announced.

Impact Krollis missed the past game after tweaking his ankle in practice, but the problem wasn't too serious. "He's starting to get into shape, and he needs time because he hasn't played in a few weeks," the gaffer added. He's set to be eased into action since he joined from the Latvian league.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Viktor Kovalenko - Diagnosed with strain Kovalenko suffered a grade-one adductor strain in the right thigh, Spezia announced.

Impact Kovalenko will miss three-to-four weeks with his latest muscular injury. He has gotten some action lately since Spezia are dealing with a few absences. Salvatore Esposito and Tio Cipot will pick up the slack in the midfield.

FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joao Moutinho - Will miss extended time Moutinho has been diagnosed with a bone infraction of the malleolus of the left ankle, Spezia announced.

Impact Moutinho will be out for at least a month while the bone heals up, and potentially more since he'll have to rest completely for a while. He has backed up Arkadiusz Reca since joining. Salva Ferrer could pick up the slack, serving as the deputy on either flank.

JANUARY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eldor Shomurodov - Moves to Spezia Shomurodov has joined Spezia on a season-long loan from Roma, the League announced.

Impact Shomurodov has had a very limited role at Roma this season and will seek more minutes at his new club, where he'll compete with M'Bala Nzola, Emmanuel Gyasi, and Daniele Verde. He has scored once and posted nine shots (five on target) and two chances created in eight appearances (one start).

JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mattia Caldara - Wins three tackles against Bologna Caldara registered three tackles (three won), one block, and six clearances in Friday's 0-2 defeat against Bologna.

Impact Caldara had a strong game, but the opponents bagged two goals anyway. He should get some run in the short term given the recent departure of Jakub Kiwior until the replacements adjust to their new surroundings. He has tallied six tackles (four won), two interceptions, 21 clearances, and two blocks in the last four matches, with one clean sheet.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ethan Ampadu - Gets busy in Bologna game Ampadu had three crosses (two accurate), won four of five tackles and eight duels, and had two interceptions in Friday's 0-2 loss to Bologna.

Impact Ampadu brought the hustle in the midfield as per usual and contributed a little to the offense as well. He has played in the midfield and not in the back in the last few matches, which allows him to put together well-rounded stat lines. He has logged five shots (one on target), 18 tackles (eight won), eight interceptions, and seven clearances in the last five appearances.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emmanuel Gyasi - Suspended for Napoli clash Gyasi had two shots (one on goal), created two scoring chances, won two duels, and picked up his fifth yellow card in Friday's 0-2 loss to Bologna.

Impact Gyasi paced his team in shots on a lackluster day for the offense and had the best chance of the game, but he was unable to punch it in from a good position. He'll sit out next Sunday's home game versus Napoli due to yellow-card accumulation. Unless M'Bala Nzola (thigh) recovers, Daniel Maldini and Daniele Verde will start considering that Viktor Kovalenko got hurt in this game.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Holm - Subdued in Bologna game Holm (hip) registered two crosses (zero accurate), one block, two clearances, and one tackle in Friday's 0-2 defeat to Bologna.

Impact Holm soldiered through a hip contusion, but he wasn't as energetic as usual and was grimacing when he subbed off midway through the second half. He'll have more than a week to improve physically ahead of next Sunday's home game versus Napoli. He has recorded four crosses (two accurate), eight crosses (two accurate), seven tackles (two won), and nine clearances in the last five tilts.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Arkadiusz Reca - Plays one half against Bologna Reca won one of three tackles and had one shot (one on goal), two interceptions, and one cross (zero accurate) in Friday's 0-2 loss against Bologna.

Impact Reca drew the start despite a lingering injury, but he saw fewer minutes than usual and wasn't productive during his time on the pitch. His backup Joao Moutinho picked up an injury after replacing him at halftime. He has logged three shots, four chances created, 11 crosses (two accurate), and ten tackles (six won) in the last five appearances.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bartlomiej Dragowski - Concedes twice versus Bologna Dragowski registered four saves and allowed two goals in Friday's 0-2 loss against Bologna.

Impact Dragowski had some spectacular saves that kept his team in the game, but it ultimately wasn't enough to salvage a good result. He has kept two clean sheets, surrendered four goals and made 14 saves in the last four games. Spezia will host Napoli next Sunday.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joao Moutinho - Forced off in Bologna game Moutinho had three tackles (zero won) in 22 minutes before leaving with an ankle injury, Tuttomercatoweb reports.

Impact Moutinho had subbed in at half time but injured his ankle a few minutes later and was stretchered off the pitch. He has backed up Arkadiusz Reca since joining.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Viktor Kovalenko - Comes off injured against Bologna Kovalenko was subbed out of Friday's match against Bologna in the 17th minute after suffering a muscular injury.

Impact Kovalenko was making his first Serie A start since October on Saturday after he recovered from a thigh injury during the World Cup break, but he had to be taken off early in the first half against Bologna. Daniel Maldini replaced him in midfield.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Holm - Starting against Bologna Holm (hip) is in Spezia's starting lineup for Friday's clash against Bologna.

Impact Holm is back in the XI Friday after recovering from a hip injury he suffered last weekend.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Raimonds Krollis - Out versus Bologna Krollis is missing from Spezia's squad list to face Bologna Friday.

Impact Krollis will have to wait for his debut as he picked up a knock in practice, which delayed his integration into his new team. With M'Bala Nzola (thigh) hurt, Emmanuel Gyasi, Daniele Verde, Daniel Maldini, and David Strelec will lead the way offensively.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Szymon Zurkowski - Suffers injury Zurkowski will miss about 20 days, coach Luca Gotti announced.

Impact Zurkowski will have to sit multiple matches, but the nature of his problem hasn't been specified. With Simone Bastoni also hurt, Kevin Agudelo, Viktor Kovalenko, and newcomers Salvatore Esposito and Tio CIpot will see minutes in the midfield, on top of regulars Ethan Ampadu and Mehdi Bourabia.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Arkadiusz Reca - Good to go for Bologna game Reca (undisclosed) has been called up for Friday's match versus Bologna.

Impact Reca didn't experience lingering issues after leaving the past game early due to a minor muscular problem and should keep starting over Joao Moutinho on the left flank. He has logged ten crosses (two accurate), seven tackles (five won), seven interceptions, and 12 clearances in the last four matches.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Holm - Called up for Bologna game Holm (hip) has been included in Spezia's squad list to face Bologna Friday.

Impact Holm got away with just a knock after a hard fall in the past game, and the coach stated he would be assessed in the final practice. While available, there's a chance he doesn't start or see less minutes than usual since he's not 100 percent. His backup is Salva Ferrer.

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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