SPORTIVA SALERNITANA NEWS

Norbert Gyomber - Under pressure in Monza contest Gyomber had two tackles (one won), six clearances, one block, and three interceptions in Sunday's 0-3 defeat to Monza.

Impact Gyomber tried to do what he could to stop the opponents that were running wild but had very little help, but at least he racked up stats across the board in the back. He's the best defender of a very lousy backline. He has recorded ten tackles, 11 interceptions, and 21 clearances in the last five bouts.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Grigoris Kastanos - Pretty active versus Monza Kastanos won two duels, drew one foul, and had four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 0-3 loss to Monza.

Impact Kastanos had an okay showing considering how little Salernitana created collectively but hasn't been as good as last season so far. He has yet to contribute to a goal. He has logged nine shots (one on target), six chances created, and 11 crosses (two accurate) in the last five contests.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lassana Coulibaly - Enters Monza game late Coulibaly (calf) was dispossessed once, committed one foul, had four touches, and was booked in seven minutes in Sunday's 0-3 loss to Monza.

Impact Coulibaly made just a brief cameo after a significant calf problem and did more harm than good. He'll resume being a regular in the midfield after the break. He has logged an assist and posted four tackles, four interceptions, and four key passes in four appearances.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Boulaye Dia - Struggles against Monza Dia won six duels, drew four fouls, and recorded two shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 0-3 loss against Monza.

Impact Dia had decent burst, especially in the second half, but he picked up stats mostly in the peripheral categories. He hasn't looked great after an injury and a brief transfer market-related controversy. He has logged four shots (three on target), one key pass, and one tackle in the last three games. Salernitana will host Cagliari on October 22.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Candreva - Swings in seven crosses against Monza Candreva (thigh) generated two shots (two on goal), seven crosses (two accurate), two key passes, and five corners in Sunday's 3-0 loss against Monza.

Impact Candreva was his usual self despite a recent small thigh problem and boosted his numbers through a few corner kicks, pacing his team in deliveries. He has assisted once and added 14 chances created, 14 shots (seven on target), and 38 crosses (seven accurate) in the last five appearances. Salernitana will host Cagliari on October 22.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Guillermo Ochoa - Beaten three times by Monza Ochoa recorded four saves and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-0 loss against Monza.

Impact Ochoa didn't look very explosive and was again let down by his defense, which came apart too easily. He has conceded at least one goal in every contest so far. He has made 13 saves and surrendered 12 goals in the last five matches. Salernitana will host Cagliari on October 22.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Candreva - Gets the nod for Monza match Candreva (thigh) has been selected in the starting lineup for Sunday's game versus Monza.

Impact Candreva sat out the past game but avoided major problems and will make a quick return to the initial XI, replacing Agustin Martegani, who had filled in. He has scored twice and assisted once in seven appearances.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lassana Coulibaly - Available against Monza Coulibaly (calf) "will be an option versus Monza, but it'd be premature for him to start. He'll help us during the game, and we'll give him the right game time to avoid any risk,"...

Impact Coulibaly has recuperated more quickly than anticipated, but he won't be in the starting lineup right away despite his usual role. Emil Bohinen, Giulio Maggiore, and Mateusz Legowski have alternatively replaced him. He has tallied an assist and added four chances created, four interceptions, and four clearances in three seasonal appearances.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Candreva - Good to go for Monza game Candreva (thigh) "is available for Sunday's match versus Monza and is ready to start," coach Paulo Sousa announced.

Impact Candreva has recovered from a thigh problem that cost him the last game and might replace Agustin Martegani or Grigoris Kastanos in the XI. He has assisted once and added 12 crosses (five on target), 12 chances created, and 31 crosses (five accurate) in the last five matches.

OCTOBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Guillermo Ochoa - Concedes four second half goals Ochoa allowed four goals while making two saves during Saturday's 4-0 loss to Inter Milan.

Impact Ochoa conceded all four goals in the second half as Salernitana dropped all three points. The keeper has now allowed 14 goals through seven Serie A starts while his two saves upped his season total to 21.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Boulaye Dia - Fires two shots Dia took two shots (one on goal) and created a chance during Saturday's 4-0 loss to Inter Milan.

Impact Dia was held off the scoresheet, but wasn't alone as Salernitana were shutout on Saturday. The forward has just one goal through his four appearances on the season thus far as Saturday's match was his first start since recovering from a thigh injury in mid week.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Candreva - Unavailable versus Inter Candreva (thigh) has been ruled out for Saturday's match against Inter, Salernitana announced.

Impact Candreva has reportedly avoided a significant injury but won't be an option a couple of days after picking up a thigh problem. Boulaye Dia will likely get his first start after an absence, joining Jovane Cabral and Grigoris Kastanos. Erik Botheim and Loum Tchaouna could also get minutes up front.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Boulaye Dia - Looks rusty against Empoli Dia (thigh) drew one foul and had three passes in 25 minutes in Wednesday's 0-1 loss to Empoli.

Impact Dia came off the bench after missing three games but didn't look great and was uninvolved in an offense that didn't create much to begin with. He's likely to return to the XI against Inter Saturday given his status despite his subpar form. He has scored once and added one shot on target and one chance in three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Candreva - Bows out versus Empoli Candreva won one of two tackels, drew one foul, and created one chance in 45 minutes in Wednesday's 0-1 loss to Empoli before leaving due to an adductor problem, coach Paulo Sousa...

Impact Candreva had an okay first half but didn't return after the interval due to a muscular problem. He's headed for some tests. Boulaye Dia returned from injury in this one, which allows Jovane Cabral to move to a different role should Candreva need to miss time.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Guillermo Ochoa - Six saves in draw Ochoa allowed a goal while making six saves during Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Empoli.

Impact Ochoa allowed the lone goal of the match in the 34th minute as Salernitana dropped all three points on Wednesday. The keeper has now allowed ten goals in the opening six matches of the season while his six saves upped his season total to 19.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Boulaye Dia - Available against Empoli Dia (thigh) has been called up for Wednesday's match versus Empoli, Salernitana announced.

Impact Dia is good to go after missing three games due to a thigh strain and settling a dispute with the club, as he received some offers on deadline day. He might be eased into action at first, but he's the star of the team, so it shouldn't be long until he's in the XI. He has scored once and added one shot on target and two chances created in two appearances so far.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi - Picks up thigh problem Ikwuemesi has been diagnosed with a low-grade right adductor strain, Salernitana announced.

Impact Ikwuemesei will miss the upcoming matches and try to return right after the next international break. He had just started to gain a role following his summer transfer. Jovane Cabral, Boulaye Dia (thigh), and Erik Botheim will be the top options while he's out.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Domagoj Bradaric - Passable versus Frosinone Bradaric won six duels and recorded three crosses (one accurate), two interceptions, and one chance created in Friday's 1-1 draw against Frosinone.

Impact Bradaric was moderately active on both ends and put together a serviceable stat line. He faces very little competition as the lone left-back on the squad. He has provided one assist and added four chances created, six crosses (one accurate), and six tackles in five games (four starts).

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Matteo Lovato - Logs three interceptions in Frosinone tilt Lovato had three interceptions and six clearances and won three duels and one of three tackles in Friday's 1-1 draw with Frosinone.

Impact Lovato racked up stats in the back as Salernitana were under pressure, especially in the first half. His minutes will be threatened by the returning Flavius Daniliuc in the long haul. He has logged 12 tackles, seven interceptions, and 17 clearances in five games, with no clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Norbert Gyomber - Pretty solid versus Lecce Gyomber won two of three tackles and six duels and had one block and four clearances in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Frosinone.

Impact Gyomber turned in his usual dependable shift in the back, but Salernitana conceded rather easily once again. He has registered eight tackles, eight interceptions, and 19 clearances in five games.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pasquale Mazzocchi - Swings in five crosses against Frosinone Mazzocchi registered one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (three accurate), and three chances created in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Frosinone.

Impact Mazzocchi had his most productive showing on the season as he was a nuisance in the final third. His form seems to be improving after a slow start. He has notched four chances created, 15 crosses (four accurate), and four tackles in five fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Grigoris Kastanos - Takes three shots against Lecce Kastanos had three shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate), two chances created, and five corners in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Frosinone.

Impact Kastanos contributed across the board on offense but lacked touch. He risks ceding minutes to Jovane Cabral once Boulaye Dia returns, but he can also feature on the flank in an offensive-minded formation. He has registered seven shots (two on target), three chances created, and six crosses (zero accurate) in five games (four starts).

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Candreva - Dynamic against Lecce Candreva registered six shots (two on goal), nine crosses (one accurate), two chances created, and three corners in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Frosinone.

Impact Candreva was up to his usual stuff and paced his side in both attempts and deliveries, although he wasn't very precise. He slipped the ball to Jovane Cabral before the goal but wasn't credited with an assist due to a slight deflection. He has tallied two goals, one helper, 14 shots (seven on target), and 11 chances created in five games. Salernitana will face Empoli away Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jovane Cabral - Scores in Lecce contest Cabral scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate), and two chances created in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Frosinone.

Impact Cabral was slippery and, after hitting the post three times through four appearances, he opened his seasonal tally with a pinpoint curled shot from mid-range. Considering his early showings and versatility, he's likely to retain a regular role even after the return of Boulaye Dia (thigh). He has logged 13 shots (six on target), seven chances created, and eight crosses (four accurate) so far.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Flavius Daniliuc - Plays five minutes against Lecce Danliuc (foot) committed one foul and won one duel in Friday's 1-1 draw with Lecce.

Impact Daniliuc returned after missing a couple of months due to a foot injury. He will likely unseat Matteo Lovato once he's ready for full minutes. He recorded 58 tackles, 29 interceptions, and 71 clearances in 27 matches (23 starts) last season, contributing to four clean sheets and assisting twice.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE