VENEZIA FC NEWS

Alfred Duncan - Subdued in Milan fixture Duncan generated one shot (zero on goal), one interception, one clearance and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 4-0 defeat versus AC Milan.

Impact Duncan picked up a small amount of stats across the board but took a clear step back compared to previous appearances in the romp. He has tallied three chances created, six crosses (four accurate) and nine tackles.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Schingtienne - Struggles in Serie A debut Schingtienne registered four tackles (four won), one clearance and one interception in Saturday's 4-0 defeat against AC Milan.

Impact Schingtienne was thrust into action due to Venezia's defensive absences and, while he picked up an okay amount of stats, he was overwhelmed by the opponents and caused a PK with an ill-advised tackle. His minutes in the next matches will hinge on whether Marin Sverko (back) and Giorgio Altare (undisclosed) will recover.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gianluca Busio - Silent in Milan fixture Busio had one tackle (one won), one key pass, one block and one clearance in Saturday's 4-0 loss to AC Milan.

Impact Busio made his debut after dealing with an injury in the early going but was held in check like most of his teammates in this one. He tallied seven goals and five assists in Serie B in 2023/2024 and will keep having a pivotal role in the midfield.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Antonio Candela - Wins three tackles against Milan Candela recorded one shot (zero on goal), two clearances, three tackles (all won) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 4-0 loss versus AC Milan.

Impact Candela had a pep in his step on the wing despite the tough opponent and result and contributed on both ends. He has logged five tackles, eight crosses (one accurate) and two off-target shots so far).

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gaetano Oristanio - Active in Milan clash Oristanio had three shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 4-0 defeat versus AC Milan.

Impact Oristanio was pretty much the lone bright spot for his side on offense and paced it in multiple categories, showing better than in his previous outings. He has tallied three shots (one on target), three chances created and eight crosses (two accurate) in four games.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jesse Joronen - Blown away by Milan Joronen had four saves and two clearances and conceded four goals in Saturday's 4-0 loss versus AC Milan.

Impact Joronen had a rough day as he had a blunder on the early Theo Hernandez goal and caused a PK by swiping at an opponent's leg after fumbling the ball. He has allowed eight goals, made 20 saves and kept one clean sheet in four games. Venezia will host Genoa on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hans Nicolussi Caviglia - Sees red in Milan tilt Nicolussi Caviglia recorded one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's loss against AC Milan and picked up two yellow cards in 73 minutes.

Impact Nicolussi Caviglia struggled like most of the team in the drubbing and was sent off midway through the second half. He'll be sidelined for next Sunday's home game versus Genoa. Magnus Kofod Andersen and Issa Doumbia are the frontrunners to replace him.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ridgeciano Haps - Unavailable on Saturday Haps (undisclosed) won't be an option versus Milan, Venezia announced.

Impact Haps got hurt late in the week and won't be involved. He has played 37 minutes in his lone appearance. Francesco Zampano and Franco Carboni are the other options on the left wing.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Giorgio Altare - Sidelined for Milan bout Altare (undisclosed) hasn't been inserted in Venezia's call-ups for Saturday's match versus Milan.

Impact Altare picked up an undisclosed injury in the final training session of the week and will be better evaluated after the game. Michael Svoboda, Joel Schingtienne and Jay Idzes are the only center-backs available since Marin Sverko is unavailable as well.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Marin Sverko - Out against Milan Sverko (back) hasn't been named in Venezia's squad list to face Milan on Saturday.

Impact Sverko is dealing with a bad back and will skip at least one contest because of it. His next opportunity to play will come next Saturday versus Genoa if he's in better shape. Giorgio Altare is also on the mend, so Joel Schingtienne will likely join Michael Svoboda and Jay Idzes defensively.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Marin Sverko - Might miss Milan bout Sverko is doubtful for Saturday's game against Milan due to back spams, La Gazzetta dello Sport informed.

Impact Sverko was labeled as a question mark by coach Eusebio Di Francesco in the pre-game presser and is trending toward sitting out the fixture. Giorgio Altare or Joel Schingtienne would eventually replace him in the back.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gianluca Busio - Returns in friendly Busio (leg) got the start and played most of Saturday's friendly against NK Tabor Sezana, Venezia announced.

Impact Busio has recovered from a leg injury that sidelined him for the first three games and might get the nod right away upon coming back. The coach suggested he'd be used either as a no.10 or in the midfield, thus impacting Mikael Egill Ellertsson, Magnus Kofod Andersen and Hans Nicolussi Caviglia's minutes. He had a starring role and posted seven goals and five assists in the past campaign.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Pohjanpalo - Held in check by Torino Pohjanpalo (thigh) drew three fouls, had one interception and one off-target shot and created three scoring chances in Friday's 1-0 loss to Torino.

Impact Pohjanpalo served as the hub of the offense and teed up a few teammates but didn't have many opportunities to finish. He'll lead the line consistently if he avoids further injuries and will attempt to replicate last season's strong numbers scoring-wise.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bjarki Bjarkason - Undergoes groin surgery Bjarkason will be out for four-to-six weeks after going under the knife to address a bilateral sports hernia, Venezia announced.

Impact Bjarkason had been sidelined throughout the summer and opted for the surgical route to solve the issue for good. He'll return in October. He'll be a depth piece once he's ready to play.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

John Yeboah - Joins Venezia Yeboah has agreed to a contract until 2028 with Venezia upon coming in from Rakow, the team announced.

Impact Yeboah got the chance to play in the Europa League with his former team and posted four goals and six assists in 44 games last season. He's replacing Nicholas Pierini in the squad and will primarily compete with Gaetano Pio Oristanio.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Hans Nicolussi Caviglia - Four shots in full debut Nicolussi Caviglia was subbed off due to injury in the 63rd minute of Friday's 1-0 defeat to Torino. He had four shots (three on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner befo...

Impact Caviglia had more shots than any other player on the field, with four and three shots on target also taking more than any other player. Last season, he only managed three shots in his 266 minutes for Juventus.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jesse Joronen - Four saves in one goal defeat Joronen registered four saves and allowed one goal in Friday's 1-0 defeat versus Torino.

Impact Joronen has made four saves for the third game in a row but failed to keep out the game's only goal. Last season, he kept 10 clean sheets, and if he can keep a similar number this season, he will help Venezia towards survival. After the international break, he will have a tricky trip to the San Siro to face AC Milan on September 15th.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Pohjanpalo - Starting vs. Torino Pohjanpalo (thigh) is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against Torino.

Impact The striker was deemed available and good to go Thursday, and manager Eusebio Di Francesco decided to trust him enough to start him right away. He tallied 22 goals and four assists in Serie B in 2023/2024.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Franco Carboni - Quickly returns to Italy Carboni has transferred to Venezia on a season-long loan from Inter, the Serie A site relayed.

Impact Carboni moved to River Plate earlier this summer but was no longer part of the plans following a coaching change, and Inter found him an alternative landing spot in Italy. He'll compete with Francesco Zampano and Ridgeciano Haps for minutes on the left wing. He scored once in matches with Ternana in the second half of last season.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Pohjanpalo - Good to go for Torino game Pohjanpalo (thigh) "will be available Friday, and we'll see whether from the start or off the bench," coach Eusebio Di Francesco informed.

Impact Pohjanpalo has shaken off a thigh injury that kept him on the shelf for three weeks and might be eased into action at first, with Christian Gyktjaer or Antonio Raimondo getting the nod. He's set to see some action either way as he's by far the best offensive weapon in the squad. He tallied 22 goals and 4 assists in Serie B in 2023/2024.

AUGUST 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Schingtienne - Joins Venezia Schingtienne has agreed to a five-year contract with Venezia upon moving from OH Leuven, the team announced.

Impact Schingtienne heads to Serie A after breaking out in the JPL int he past campaign, making 39 appearances and scoring once. He'll try to earn a regular spot in the back, where Venezia are neither deep or particularly great.

AUGUST 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

USMNT midfielder Tanner Tessmann completes $6.7 million transfer to Lyon following breakout at Olympics | Goal.com US U.S. men's national team midfielder Tanner Tessmann has completed a transfer to Lyon, the French club announced on Tuesday.

AUGUST 27, 2024 • GOAL.COM

Gaetano Oristanio - Puts up dud against FIorentina Oristanio had two tackles (zero won), one interception and six successful dues and drew two fouls in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Fiorentina.

Impact Oristanio didn't get much going and was replaced at the interval after as he had gotten booked early. He has tallied one key pass, three tackles and one cross (zero accurate) in two games.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mikael Ellertsson - Fairly lively versus Fiorentina Ellertsson drew four fouls, won eight duels and recorded one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Fiorentina.

Impact Ellertsson was pretty energetic and involved but didn't do a ton in the final third like the rest of his teammates. He has assisted once and added two shots (zero don't target), four key passes and three clearances.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Alfred Duncan - Pretty good in Fiorentina tilt Duncan created two scoring chances and registered two crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Fiorentina.

Impact Duncan was one of the few players who salvaged a decent stat line on the offensive end, as Venezia didn't create much in this one. He has quickly become a staple. He has logged two key passes, three crosses (all accurate) and four tackles in two rounds.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE