US Cremonese Team News Page 6 - Soccer

Matteo Bianchetti - Wins three tackles in Sassuolo game Bianchetti had four tackles (three won), two clearances, and two interceptions in Monday's 2-3 defeat versus Sassuolo.

Impact Bianchetti filled in for Alex Ferrari and put up good numbers even though his side gave up three goals. He could start a few matches in a row if Vlad Chiriches was forced to miss time. HJe has recorded six tackles (three won), five interceptions, 14 clearances, and one block in the last three games.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leonardo Sernicola - Workmanlike against Sassuolo Sernicola won four duels and one tackle and recorded six crosses (three accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 2-3 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Sernicola put up his usual numbers in the tough loss. He has registered three off-target shots, two chances created, 25 crosses (six accurate), and four tackles (all won) in the last five matches.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emanuele Valeri - Productive against Sassuolo Valeri won two of two tackles and recorded one shot (zero on goal), 11 crosses (three accurate), and one chance created in Monday's 2-3 loss against Sassuolo.

Impact Valeri had his way down the flank and vastly led his team in deliveries and posting a new season high, although not with super touch. He has scored and assisted once in the last five matches, adding five shots (one on target), three chances created, and 24 crosses (five accurate). Cremonese will host Fiorentina Sunday.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

David Okereke - Fires four shots versus Torino Okereke had four shots (one on goal), drew one foul, and won four duels in Monday's 2-3 defeat to Sassuolo.

Impact Okereke led his team in attempts but lacked precision and didn't contribute in other areas. He has been held scoreless in the last three games, where he has notched six shots (one on target), two chances created, and four tackles (two won). Cremonese will host Fiorentina Sunday.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cyriel Dessers - Bags brace versus Sassuolo Dessers scored two goals to go with two shots (two on target), one tackle, and one chance created in Monday's 3-2 defeat versus Sassuolo.

Impact Dessers came in at halftime and took advantage of two blunders by the Sassuolo defense to score with two routine finishes. He hadn't played in the past two matches. The strong showing could help him return to a regular role at the expense of Felix Afena-Gyan or Frank Tsadjout. He has notched three goals, eight shots (four on target), three key passes, and three crosses (one accurate) in his last five appearances.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Michele Castagnetti - Unused versus Sassuolo Castagnetti (illness) didn't play in Monday's 2-3 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Castagnetti was available after missing the past game with tonsillitis, but Marco Benassi, Charles Pickel, and Soualiho Meite are ahead of him in the depth chart. He has notched 18 chances created, 25 crosses (eight accurate), 22 tackels, and 12 clearances in 15 appearances (seven starts).

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Charles Pickel - Logs three interceptions against Sassuolo Pickel won five duels, created one scoring chance, and had three interceptions and two clearances in Monday's 2-3 loss to Sassuolo.

Impact Pickel was particularly active on the defensive end, but he also had a costly turnover that eventually led to Sassuolo's second goal. He has started for most of the season but, if the coach sticks with this formation, he might split time with Soualiho Meite and their other midfielders. He has recorded two key passes, six tackles (three won), six interceptions, and eight clearances in the last five contests.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Ferrari - Will return in Fiorentina game Ferrari served a one-game ban in Monday's 2-3 defeat versus Sassuolo.

Impact Ferrari sat out one due to yellow-card accumulation. He'll compete with Luka Lochoshvili and Luca Bianchetti for a couple of spots in the back if Vlad Chiriches misses time with his latest injury. He has notched 16 tackles (nine won), six interceptions, 13 clearances, and two blocks in the last four matches, with no clean sheets.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marco Carnesecchi - Beaten three times by Sassuolo Carnesecchi had four saves and conceded three goals in Monday's 2-3 loss against Sassuolo.

Impact Carnesecchi was busy as usual, but he didn't look great on a central free kick by Armand Lauriente and on the game-winning shot by Nedim Bajrami, although both finishes were potent. He has given up 11 goals and made 18 saves in the last five bouts. Cremonese will host Fiorentina Sunday.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Vlad Chiriches - Forced off early against Sassuolo Chiriches won two duels and registered two tackles (zero won) in 35 minutes before leaving Sunday's game versus Sassuolo due to a muscular injury, DAZN reports.

Impact Chiriches couldn't continue after signaling some discomfort to the bench, and the early indications weren't positive. He was replaced by Luka Lochoshvili, as Alex Ferrari was suspended for this one.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Charles Pickel - Starting versus Sassuolo Pickel will be in the starting XI to face Sassuolo on Monday.

Impact Pickel will make his fifth consecutive start for the club, having recorded six clearances, five tackles (two won) and two crosses (zero accurate) in his previous four contests. While the midfielder has been a mainstay in the starting XI this season, he won't offer much in terms of offensive production considering he has just one shot on target in his last 12 matches and a mere seven chances created. Still, Pickel should rack up plenty of tackles and clearances as a more defensive option.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Michele Castagnetti - Called up for Sassuolo match Castagnetti (illness) has been selected for Monday's game versus Sassuolo.

Impact Castagnetti has recuperated from an illness and will likely be a substitute option, especially with Cremonese switching to a different scheme. He has started twice in the last five games, logging five chances created, three inaccurate crosses, and six tackles (two won).

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Charles Pickel - Fit for Sassuolo tie Pickel (thigh) will be an option for Monday's game versus Sassuolo as coach Davide Ballardini stated that Emmanuel Aiwu is the only injured player in the pre-game presser.

Impact Pickel left the last game earlier clutching his thigh, but he had a clean week of practice, as the team never mentioned that he was limited in their daily reports. Cremonese will likely use one fewer midfielder than usual in this one, so he'll compete to start with Soualiho Meite. He has logged two inaccurate crosses, five tackles (two won), three interceptions, and six clearances in his last four starts.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emanuel Aiwu - Suffers thigh problem Aiwu has sustained a slight thigh strain, coach Davide Ballardini relayed.

Impact Aiwu is posted to skip multiple fixtures due to the injury, but he's usually a deep backup when their other defenders are available. They are currently whole besides the fact that Alex Ferrari is suspended.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Daniel Ciofani - Scores goal Ciofani scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Tuesday's 2-1 victory against Roma.

Impact Ciofani logged his second goal of 2023. After scoring one on Jan. 14, he was part of Cremonese's starting lineup thrice before serving as a substitute, the role he served en route to his second goal.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Frank Tsadjout - Scores goal Tsadjout scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Tuesday's 2-1 win over Roma.

Impact Tsadjout logged a goal during each of his last two February appearances. With how well he played during the latter part of that month, Tsadjout is expected to be Cremonese's primary forward, relegating Cyriel Dessers to a lesser role until his upside is better.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Vlad Chiriches - Subs in late against Roma Chiriches (knock) had one clearance and one block in six minutes in Tuesday's 2-1 win over Roma.

Impact Chiriches didn't start right away after shaking off a knock and only saw limited action. He should be back in the XI versus Sassuolo since Alex Ferrari is suspended. He has recorded seven tackles (six won), three interceptions, 21 clearances, and six blocks in the last five appearances.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Ferrari - Suspended for Sassuolo match Ferrari won one tackle, had four interceptions, and two clearances, and picked up his fifth yellow card in Tuesday's 2-1 win over Roma.

Impact Ferrari had a solid defensive showing, but he won't be available against Sassuolo. Vlad Chiriches, who returned from injury in this one, should replace him in the backline.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Emanuele Valeri - Records assist Valeri assisted once to go with three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Tuesday's 2-1 victory versus Roma.

Impact Valeri logged the assist to Cremonese's first of two goals, which Frank Tsadjout scored. With an assist logged during each of 2023's first two months, Valeri will be a promising option entering March.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marco Benassi - Attempts three corners Benassi generated four crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Tuesday's 2-1 win against Roma.

Impact Heading into March, Benassi is expected to be Cremonese's main corner-kick specialist moving forward. That will affect the upside of Emanuele Valeri, who previously benefited from that role. Benassi attempted 12 corners across his four appearances during February.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marco Carnesecchi - Two saves, one goal allowed Carnesecchi registered two saves and allowed one goal in Tuesday's 2-1 victory over Roma.

Impact Carnesecchi saved shots by in-form attackers Paulo Dybala and Tammy Abraham but could not do enough to prevent a goal from Leonardo Spinazzola. Carnesecchi remains without a 2023 clean sheet, which he will try to log for the first time during March.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Charles Pickel - Subs off in Roma game Pickel left Tuesday's 2-1 win over Roma at the 78th minute due to an apparent thigh injury, La Gazzetta dello Sport informs, after recording one interception, one clearance, and on...

Impact Pickel helped out the defense as usual, but he pulled up while chasing an opponent and quickly bowed out after being looked at by the medical staff. Soualiho Meite, Michele Castagnetti, and Pablo Galdames would be candidates for more minutes if he had to miss time.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Michele Castagnetti - Out with an illness Castagnetti will miss Tuesday's match versus Roma due to tonsillitis, Cremonese relayed.

Impact Castagnetti came down with an illness late in the week and will skip at least one fixture because of it. Charles Pickel, Soualiho Meite, Marco Benassi, and Pablo Galdames will be the top options in the midfield Tuesday.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Vlad Chiriches - Available for Roma game Chiriches has been called up for Monday's clash with Roma, Cremonese announced.

Impact Chiriches returned to full training in the last two days and could replace either Alex Ferrari or Luca Bianchetti in the lineup. He has generally started whenever fit enough. He has tallied seven tackles (six won), three interceptions, 20 clearances, and five blocks in the last four games, with no clean sheets.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cristian Buonaiuto - Plays ten minutes against Torino Buonaiuto (thigh) had one clearance and was booked in ten minutes in Monday's 2-2 draw versus Torino.

Impact Buonaiuto returned to action after a thigh injury but subbed in only late in the match. He'll likely continue to be a bench contributor going forward. He has logged 24 shots (eight on target), ten chances created, 42 crosses (seven accurate), and 13 tackles in 17 appearances (three starts).

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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