VENEZIA FC NEWS

Mattia Caldara - Called up for Cagliari game Caldara (illness) has been named in Venezia's squad list to face Cagliari Friday.

Impact Caldara was a late scratch for the previous game due to a stomach bug. He has good chances to reprise his starting role in the defense. He has posted seven tackles, nine interceptions, 12 clearances and seven blocks in five games, with no clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

"I love what he's doing": Gregg Berhalter impressed with Gianluca Busio at Venezia ' MLSSoccer.com It's only been a few months since Sporting Kansas City homegrown phenom Gianluca Busio departed MLS for a club-record move to Italian club V...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Dennis Johnsen - Delivers three crosses versus Torino Johnsen took one off-target shot, sent in three crosses, won one tackle and one duel in Monday's 1-1 draw with Torino.

Impact Johnsen provided the usual dynamism down the flank, but he had a pair of wrong reads in the box. He has registered seven shots, ten chances created and 15 crosses in six games. Venezia will face Cagliari away Friday.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pietro Ceccaroni - Wins nine duels against Torino Ceccaroni had three clearances, drew two fouls and won three of four tackles and nine duels in Monday's 1-1 draw with Torino.

Impact Ceccaroni had a pretty tidy display in the back even though Venezia were again unable to keep a clean sheet. He has notched 11 tackles, 23 clearances and five interceptions through six rounds. Venezia will face Cagliari away Friday.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

David Okereke - Draws six fouls versus Torino Okereke took two off-target shots, created one scoring chance, won seven duels and drew six fouls in Monday's 1-1 draw with Torino.

Impact Okereke was picked to lead the frontline in this one and, while he was pretty mobile and involved, he could not capitalize on two good opportunities in the box. He has scored once thus far, adding nine shots, two chances and three crosses. Venezia will face Cagliari away Friday.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sofian Kiyine - Delivers eight crosses versus Torino Kiyine sent in eight crosses (one accurate), drew one foul, won four duels and had two successful take-ons in Monday's 1-1 draw with Torino.

Impact Kiyine started for the first time in the campaign in a pretty offensive role and put together a good performance, although he was not precise in his crosses. It was just his second appearance thus far. Venezia will face Cagliari away Friday.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mattia Aramu - Scores against Torino Aramu took two shots (one on target), sent in one inaccurate cross, won one duel and buried a penalty kick in 25 minutes in Monday's 1-1 draw with Torino.

Impact Aramu delivered off the bench by tying the game from the penalty spot. He has been limited by an early suspension and by an injury, but he has produced when he has played. He has tallied one goal, one assist, five chances created and 13 crosses in four matches. Venezia will face Cagliari away Friday.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Luca Fiordilino - Subs in versus Torino Fiordilino (shoulder) won two duels in four minutes in Monday's 2-2 draw with Torino.

Impact Fiordilino recovered quickly from a shoulder sprain, but he did not see big minutes right away. He could be in the mix to start in Friday's road game versus Cagliari because Antonio Vacca got hurt in this one. He has recorded four interceptions, one chance created, two clearances and one block in three appearances. Venezia will face Cagliari away Friday.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tyronne Ebuehi - Makes cameo in Torino game Ebuehi (knock) won one of two tackles and two duels and had one clearance in 25 minutes in Monday's 1-1 draw with Torino.

Impact Ebuehi did not have a great impact after subbing in and has taken a backseat to Pasquale Mazzocchi to open the season. He has notched one shot, one chance, four tackles, five interceptions and six clearances in three games. Venezia will face Cagliari away Friday.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ethan Ampadu - Makes Venezia debut against Torino Ampadu drew two fouls, won three duels and had one block and one interception in 52 minutes in Monday's 1-1 draw with Torino.

Impact Ampadu was used as holding midfielder once Antonio Vacca got hurt and held his own. He might be used in the role again in Friday's road game versus Cagliari. He notched 19 crosses, 57 tackles, 83 clearances and 49 interceptions with Sheffield United last season.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Niki Maenpaa - Concedes once versus Torino Maenpaa had two saves and gave up one goal in Monday's 1-1 draw with Torino.

Impact Maenpaa could not catch Josip Brekalo's point-blank finish, but he had a strong save on a late attempt by Rodrigo Mandragora. He has allowed eight goals and made nine saves in five matches, with no clean sheets. Venezia will face Cagliari away Friday.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Vacca - Comes off injured against Torino Vacca was subbed out of Monday's draw against Torino in the 38th minute after suffering an injury.

Impact It is unclear whether Vacca will be forced to miss additional game time due to his injury. Ethan Ampadu could fill in for him in central midfield Friday against Cagliari if necessary.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mattia Caldara - Will miss Torino game Caldara has been scratched for Monday's game versus Torino due to a late stomach bug, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Caldara was expected to continue starting in this one, but he came down with a late illness. Michael Svoboda is taking his place in the back.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Luca Fiordilino - Available versus Torino Fiordilino (shoulder) has been included in Venezia's squad list to face Torino Monday.

Impact Fiordilino has recovered pretty quickly from a shoulder sprain and will be in the mix to get minutes in the midfield alongside as few other options. He has posted four interceptions, one chance created, two clearances and one tackle in two appearances thus far.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tyronne Ebuehi - Good to go for Torino match Ebuehi (knock) has been named in Venezia's squad list to face Torino Monday.

Impact Ebuehi could not finish the past game due to a knock, but the issue did not linger. The fact that he started midweek makes it likely that he will head back to the bench for this one, with Pasquale Mazzocchi getting the nod at right-back.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ethan Ampadu - Called up for Torino match Ampadu has been named in Venezia's squad list to face Torino Monday.

Impact Ampadu is available for the first time in the season after some red tape and COVID regulations did not allow him to practice fully early on. He will look to unseat one of the center-backs, likely Pietro Ceccaroni, as the season progresses.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Niki Maenpaa - Two saves in loss Maenpaa made two saves and two clearances during Wednesday's 2-0 defeat to AC Milan.

Impact Maenpaa's two saves were good enough to keep the game close, but the team in front of him could do nothing to help the keeper. He is in for a long season with a Venice side that appears off the pace of Serie A in front of him.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Tyronne Ebuehi - Subbed off with a knock Ebuehi was subbed off with a knock during Wednesday's 2-0 defeat to Milan.

Impact Ebuehi came off the pitch in obvious discomfort during Wednesday's defeat. It's unclear if it was anything more than a bruise, but until the club announces anything Ebuehi will be questionable.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mattia Caldara - Busy in defeat Caldara made four interceptions and three clearances during Wednesday's 2-0 defeat to Milan.

Impact Caldara was unable to get anything going offensively Wednesday, but he had plenty to do behind the ball, and he grabbed some stellar volume. The center back was good for another solid performance and has established a stable floor in defense. Next up is a Monday clash with Torino.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mattia Aramu - Six crosses in loss Aramu sent in six crosses (one accurate), creating two chances during Wednesday's 2-0 defeat to Milan.

Impact Aramu sent in six crosses from his role on the right side of the attack, but failed to get much done beyond that. The forward was unable to get on the score sheet, and hasn't since he made his debut this season against Empoli. He will face a tough task against his old club, Torino on Monday.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Niki Maenpaa - Concedes twice in loss Maenpaa made one save and conceded twice during the 2-1 loss to Spezia on Sunday.

Impact Maenpaa was subpar at best during the loss Sunday. The keeper continued his average performances this season and he took another loss along with it. Maenpaa has not been needed much so far with a total of 10 shots on net in three matches. However, out of those ten shots he has conceded half of them. Until he can start making more saves, he can be passed for safer options.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gianluca Busio - Records first point with Venezia Busio assisted once, produced two shots (one on target), created two chances, sent four crosses (one accurate), took one corner, made one tackle (one won) and received one yellow c...

Impact Busio has yet to truly produce in Seria A since his arrival from Sporting Kansas City of the MLS. In his three appearances so far, he is averaging, 1.0 shots, 1.33 created chances, 3.0 crosses, 1.0 corners and 3.33 tackles per 90 minutes in all competitions. Those are solid numbers, however, they are not up to par with his full potential. Granted it will take time and he will eventually be one of the better midfielders in the league.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pietro Ceccaroni - Scores first career goal Ceccaroni scored once, took two shots (two on target), made two tackles (one won) and intercepted once in the 2-1 loss to Spezia on Sunday.

Impact Ceccaroni provided his best all-around performance this season during the loss Sunday. The defender had his first two shots of the season and they were both off set-pieces. He also scored his first career goal off a terrific header from a set-piece. Ceccaroni is typically known for his defensive capabilities. However, if he can start providing a physical presence on set-pieces, his ceiling will start to rise rapidly.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dennis Johnsen - Creates six chances in 2-1 loss Johnsen took one shot (none on target), created six chances, sent seven crosses (one accurate) and made two tackles (two won) during the 2-1 loss to Spezia on Sunday.

Impact Johnsen has not done much this season, but if there is one thing he has been consistent with it is creating chances. In his four appearances this season he is averaging, 1.25 shots, 2.5 created chances, 2.75 crosses and 0.5 tackles per 90 minutes in all competitions. The loss to Spezia was easily the best performance for Johnsen and if he can continue this performance, he will make a name for himself very quickly.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

David Okereke - Took two shots in loss Okereke took two shots (none on target), created one chance and sent one cross (none accurate) during the 2-1 loss to Spezia on Sunday.

Impact Okereke was average in the loss Sunday. The forward did have a cross to his name and he created his first chance of the season. However, he did tie his season-low in shots (2). Outside of his single goal this season, he has yet to truly produce for Venezie this season. For the time being, there are safer options.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE