VALENTINO LAZARO NEWS

Sends in eight crosses in Parma tilt Lazaro created two scoring chances, won one of two tackles and recorded eight crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Parma.

Impact Lazaro returned to the XI after falling out of favor for about a month, leading his team in deliveries as he has often done, but his touch wasn't great. He's competing for minutes primarily with Marcus Pedersen. He has notched two key passes, 16 crosses (two accurate), three corners and four tackles (three won) in his last five displays.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Peppy versus Udinese Lazaro registered one shot (zero on goal), four clearances and three crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Udinese.

Impact Lazaro played more than in previous weeks and was instrumental in the two goals with his feeds from the flank. He'll look to supplant either Marcus Pedersen or Borna Sosa. He has dished one helper and added three chances created, 14 crosses (four accurate) and four corners in his last five showings (one start).

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers assist in 1-1 draw Lazaro assisted once to go with six crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Monza.

Impact Lazaro helped his side open the scoring by sending a well-placed cross toward Adam Masina, who knocked in a header from the center of the box in the 59th minute of play. The assist marked the first goal contribution in five outings for Lazaro, who also set season highs with three chances created and three accurate crosses in the match. On the other hand, this marked the first time in five outings that he did not record a tackle won.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses in defeat Lazaro generated five crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Thursday's 1-0 loss to Roma.

Impact Lazaro led the Torino attack Thursday with five crosses (two accurate) though they fell 1-0 any the hands of Roma. In addition, he added a single tackle (one won) to the defensive effort. Since Lazaro failed to attempted a cross in an early Oct. match versus Inter Milan, he has made three appearances (three starts) and sent in a whopping 24 crosses (four accurate) over that span, assisting once. Through 10 appearances (10 starts), Lazaro has registered three assists - just one shy of his total from the 2023/2024 season when he made 35 appearances (21 starts).

NOVEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

10 crosses in victory Lazaro recorded two shots (one on goal), 10 crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Friday's 1-0 win against Como.

Impact Lazaro delivered a season-high 10 crosses in the match but did not land at least one accurately for the fourth time this season. He also registered his first shot on target of the campaign and came up with his first blocked shot in the last four outings.

OCTOBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in defeat Lazaro assisted once to go with nine crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Sunday's 3-2 loss against Cagliari. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 47th minute.

Impact Lazaro was able to get an assist while making nine crosses on Sunday. This was his second assist of the season, totaling 39 crosses (seven accurate) and 13 clearances in eight appearances, all of them coming as starts.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes Starting XI Lazaro (thigh) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Cagliari.

Impact Lazaro is good to go after dealing with a thigh strain suffered last time out against Inter. The wing-back has started every Serie A match this season a streak that continues Sunday.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for Cagliari match Lazaro (thigh) recovered from his minor injury during the break, Tuttomercatoweb relayed.

Impact Lazaro got away with a mild issue after subbing off in the most recent game, and the time off helped him. He'll likely continue starting, as he has done in every match so far thanks to his versatility. He has assisted once and added three off-target shots, five key passes and 22 crosses (three accurate) in the last five rounds.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nursing muscular ailment Lazaro didn't suffer a thigh strain and is dealing mostly with fatigue, La Gazzetta dello Sport reported.

Impact Lazaro will be managed in training throughout the break but should be ready to go for October 20's game versus Cagliari barring a setback.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limps off in Inter clash Lazaro recorded one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created before exiting Saturday's match versus Inter in the second half due to a possible thigh injury, Tuttomercatoweb repor...

Impact Lazaro wasn't particularly impactful and was forced to leave early after receiving some medical attention due to a muscular injury. He's headed for some tests. Mergim Vojvoda substituted for him in this one. Borna Sosa is also a candidate to absorb his minutes if he can't recover during the break.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Imprecise versus Lazio Lazaro generated five crosses (zero accurate), four tackles (one won), one clearance and one corner in Sunday's 3-2 loss versus Lazio.

Impact Lazaro had a busy two-way display in the loss but wasn't on point with his deliveries and reads. He has started every tilt so far, providing two assists an logging seven key passes, 30 crosses (five accurate) and 11 corners.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Accurate cross results in assist Lazaro assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Friday's 3-2 win over Verona.

Impact One of Lazaro's two accurate crosses was headed by Duvan Zapata for a goal. All this is similar to what happened during Torino's 2024-25 opener, when a Lazaro cross found Zapata for the latter's first goal this season.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lively in Atalanta match Lazaro (thigh) registered three shots (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-1 win over Atalanta.

Impact Lazaro wasn't bothered by an ailment and was as active as in the opener. He might switch to the right wing once Borna Sosa is ready to start, but he'll have to compete with Marcus Pedersen following Raoul Bellanova's exit. He has logged three shots (zero on target), three key passes and eight crosses (two accurate) in two games, providing one assist.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for starting XI Lazaro (cramp) is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Atalanta.

Impact Lazaro is good to go after limping out of last week's match against Milan due to cramping. The wing-back crossed twice and created two chances in 88 minutes of action during last week's season opener.

AUGUST 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids injury Lazaro subbed off because he was cramping up and hasn't been limited in training afterward, TuttoSport informed.

Impact Lazaro will be available for the Atalanta clash and might move to the right wing following the departure of Raoul Bellanova. It'll hinge on who's readier to start between newcomers Borna Sosa and Marcus Pedersen.

AUGUST 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists and limps off against Milan Lazaro created two scoring chances, picked up an assist and had two crosses and one corner in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Milan before bowing out due to a thigh problem, Rai reported...

Impact Lazaro assisted Duvan Zapata with a precise cross after a dazzling interplay on the left wing but couldn't finish the game due to an apparent muscular ailment. He's headed for some tests. Torino just signed Borna Sosa in the same role.

AUGUST 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed on against Atalanta Lazaro registered three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-0 loss versus Atalanta.

Impact Lazaro replaced Raoul Bellanova in the 71st minute, creating a scoring opportunity and making a clearance. Over the course of 35 appearances this season, Lazaro recorded four assists and created 35 chances, although he did not score any goals himself.

MAY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Supplies assists from bench Lazaro assisted twice to go with two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Verona.

Impact Lazaro entered the match in the second half of Sunday's 2-1 victory over Verona and made the most of his 34 minutes on the pitch. Lazaro assisted each of Torino's two goals, spearheading the comeback effort. The assists were Lazaro's third and fourth of the campaign, eclipsing the mark of three he set in the previous season. Lazaro has been in-and-out of the team lately, having started in just two of his most recent nine appearances.

MAY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four cross performance Lazaro generated one shot (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Monday's 3-2 defeat versus Roma. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 25th minute...

Impact Lazaro attempted four crosses (zero accurate) during Monday's 3-2 loss to Roma. Lazaro also attempted half of Torino's corners (two out of four). Dating back to Dec. 12, Lazaro has attempted at least one corner kick and two crosses in each Torino match. Lazaro has two assists over that timeframe.

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Produces versus Salernitana Lazaro registered two shots (zero on goal), 10 crosses (four accurate), two key passes, and 10 corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Salernitana.

Impact Lazaro was the busiest man for his side mostly thanks to a host of set pieces, but he didn't manage to set up a teammate despite a few decent attempts. He has logged two assists and added two key passes, 22 crosses (seven accurate), and 14 corners in the last four matches.

FEBRUARY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up teammate versus Cagliari Lazaro assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate), three key passes, and two corners in Friday's 2-1 win versus Cagliari.

Impact Lazaro had a productive outing as he led his team in deliveries and co-paced it in cross. He slipped the ball to Samuele Ricci before the teammate scored after a mazing run. It's his second helper of the campaign, with both coming this month. He has stared over Mergim Vojvoda in five consecutive fixtures, logging eight key passes, 29 crosses (nine accurate), and ten corners.

JANUARY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bags assist in Sunday's win Lazaro assisted once to go with four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 3-0 victory against Napoli.

Impact Lazaro recorded his first assist of the season Sunday as his corner in the 66th minute connected with Alessandro Buongiorno's head to take the 3-0 lead. It was the only chance he created and the only corner he took in the match. He also helped his side keep a clean sheet, his fourth of the season.

JANUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Active in Fiorentina game Lazaro recorded one shot (one on goal), six crosses (one accurate), one block, and two corners in Friday's 0-1 loss versus Fiorentina.

Impact Lazaro got the start over Mergim Vojvoda in this one and co-led his team in deliveries along with Raoul Bellanova. The coach has gone back and forth between whom he prefers on the left wing. He has gotten the nod twice in the last four rounds, registering four chances created, 24 crosses (six accurate), and two interceptions.

DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in crosses in Lecce game Lazaro registered two shots (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate), four clearances, and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 win against Lecce.

Impact Lazaro got busy offensively once again and imposed his will on the flank. He has recorded seven chances created, 21 crosses (five accurate), and six clearances in the last five games.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Imprecise in Inter clash Lazaro won two of two tackles and four duels and generated four crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 0-3 loss versus Inter Milan.

Impact Lazaro is continuing to start despite Mergim Vojvoda recovering from his injuries and has been steady although not very impressive so far. He has notched four shots (one on target), seven key passes, and 20 crosses (four accurate) in the last five games.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE