Impact Doig got his leg trapped underneath an opponent following a duel in the air and was in a great deal of pain. He'll be assessed in short order. The returning Darko Lazovic replaced him on the flank.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
VERONA 4-0-9 · 14TH IN SERIE A
4-0-9 · 14TH IN SERIE A
Next Match vs Cagliari (A) · Fri 7:45PM
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Josh Doig - Forced off in Bologna match Doig recorded one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) before exiting Monday's game against Bologna due to an ankle injury, Gianluca Di Marzio reports.
Martin Hongla - Starting against Bologna Hongla (ankle) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Bologna.
Impact Hongla is back in the starting XI after picking up an ankle injury right before the international break. The 25-year-old was forced off against Sassuolo after only 36 minutes in his last match, but to the club's pleasure, he is already back on the field in their next match. Hongla has started all three matches so far and should be set to that role as long as he avoids another injury.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Martin Hongla - Called up for Bologna tilt Hongla (ankle) made Verona's squad list to face Bologna Monday.
Impact Hongla won't need to miss time due to an ankle injury and could even be able to retain his starting job in the midfield. The alternative is Suat Serdar. He has logged four tackles, two interceptions, and six clearances in three games, with no offensive stats.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Koray Gunter - Not part of the plans Gunter hasn't been included in the seasonal squad list after turning down multiple destinations, Goal informs.
Impact Gunter rejected moves to Turkey and Russia in the last few days and could still leave if he changed his mind. He played on loan at Sampdoria in the second half of the season. Isak Hien, Giangiacomo Magnani, Pawel Dawidowicz, and Diego Coppola top the defensive depth chart.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Yayah Kallon - Not inserted in seasonal list Kallon hasn't been included in the squad list for this season, Verona informed.
Impact Kallon hasn't left despite being frozen out early in the summer and won't be an option unless there are several injuries at the same time at his position.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Jayden Braaf - Still missing Braaf (undisclosed) hasn't been selected for Monday's game versus Bologna.
Impact Braaf hasn't managed to recover during the break and will stay on the mend, missing his fourth match of the season. He'll have a limited role once he heals up.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ajdin Hrustic - Stays out for Bologna game Hrustic hasn't been called up for Monday's match versus Bologna.
Impact Hrustic doesn't seem to be part of the technical plans for this season and, if he doesn't leave in the next few days, he won't be involved until January.
SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Riccardo Saponara - Expected back for Bologna game Saponara (ankle) has recovered during the break, Tuttomercatoweb informs.
Impact Saponara sat out the last game due to a minor ankle sprain. He'll be in contention with Jordi Mboula, Michael Folorunsho, and Darko Lazovic, but he didn't start even if fully healthy in the first two games. He logged one off-target shot in 23 minutes off the bench in his two cameos.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Darko Lazovic - Fit for Bologna match Lazovic (thigh) will be an option versus Bologna Monday as expected, L'Arena relays.
Impact Lazovic was given time to recuperate and will be back after the break as anticipated by the coach. It remains to be seen whether he'll be thrown into the XI right away or eased into action. He can play either as a wing-back, supplanting Josh Doig, or as an attacking midfielder, competing with Michael Folorunsho, Jordi Mboula, and Riccardo Saponara. Either way, he's set to be a staple of the formation once fully fit.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Thomas Henry - Will not return against Bologna Henry (knee) hasn't gone into full training yet and will skip more fixtures, L'Arena reports.
Impact Henry will continue to be sidelined to complete his rehab protocol following an ACL tear in January. Jordi Mboula, Milan Djuric, and Federico Bonazzoli have alternated as a no.9 so far. Verona signed also Juan Manuel Cruz recently.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Juan Manuel Cruz - Signs with Verona Cruz has agreed to a four-year deal with Verona after leaving Banfield as a free agent, the team announced.
Impact Cruz paid his release clause before the end of the transfer window and thus had more time to find a team. He logged 11 goals and 2 assists in 73 matches with his previous team. He'll join Milan Djuric and Federico Bonazzoli as the options to lead the line, but they have also occasionally leaned on a false-nine.
SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Martin Hongla - Avoids significant issues Hongla is nursing a contusion and not a sprain and could be able to recover during the break, L'Arena reports.
Impact Hongla was forced off early in the past game, but his injury is less severe than initially imagined and he might not miss time because of it. He'll continue to be assessed in the lead-up to September 18's game against Bologna.
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
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SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • YOUTUBE
Isak Hien - Clears suspension Hien served his one-game ban in Friday's 1-3 loss against Sassuolo.
Impact Hien was forced to miss the second match in three rounds due to a suspension and was sorely missed considering the result. He stayed put despite some interest from bigger clubs and will look to avoid troubles going forward.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Pawel Dawidowicz - Wins four tackles against Sassuolo Dawidowicz had one clearance and won eight duels and four of five tackles in Friday's 1-3 loss to Sassuolo.
Impact Dawidowicz was highly muscular as usual, but the defense still struggled and allowed three goals. He has tallied 13 clearances, seven tackles, and two interceptions in three matches, contributing to one clean sheet.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Diego Coppola - Logs heaps of clearance against Sassuolo Coppola won nine duels and had two blocks, one interception, and 13 clearances in Friday's 1-3 loss to Sassuolo.
Impact Coppola filled in for Isak Hien like in the opener and, while he racked up stats, he wasn't particularly good and the opponents bagged three goals as the defense came apart often. He has logged six tackles, two interceptions, and 16 clearances in two games. He's likely to have a bench role when they are whole.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ondrej Duda - Creates two chances in Sassuolo match Duda recorded one shot (zero on goal), three chances created, one cross (one accurate), and one corner in Friday's 1-3 loss to Sassuolo.
Impact Duda wasn't as brilliant as in the first two games but still paced his team in key passes in this one and has asserted himself as a key creative hub, which wasn't the case last season. He has logged one goal, one assist, seven key passes, and eight crosses (three accurate), so far. Verona will host Bologna on September 18.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Davide Faraoni - Provides assist against Sassuolo Faraoni assisted once to go with four tackles (all won), two crosses (one accurate), and two chances created in Friday's 3-1 defeat to Sassuolo.
Impact Faraoni drew his first start of the season after a suspension and a physical problem and had a strong showing on both ends, picking out Cyril Ngonge in the box with a cross on the lone goal for his club. He's set for a regular role if he avoids injuries.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Cyril Ngonge - Hits the net agaisnt Sassuolo Ngonge scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Friday's 3-1 defeat versus Sassuolo.
Impact Ngonge put together a complete offensive performance despite the losing effort and bagged his second goal of the season with a routine finish from inside the box. He has added six shots (three on target), three chances created, and three crosses (one accurate). Verona will host Bologna on September 18.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Lorenzo Montipo - Allows three goals in Sassuolo game Montipo had four saves and conceded three goals in Friday's 3-1 defeat against Sassuolo.
Impact Montipo limited the damage with some strong interventions but his defense was very sloppy in this one and made key errors. He has kept one clean sheet, made 14 saves, and gave up four goals in three contests. Verona will host Bologna on September 18.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Tomas Suslov - Joins Verona Suslov has moved to Verona on a season-long loan from Groningen, the Serie A site announces.
Impact Suslov tallied one goal and one assist in 30 matches with Groningen in the past campaign. He hit the net five times and logged 12 helpers in 96 total matches with his former team. He'll provide depth in the midfield and at the no.10 position.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Martin Hongla - Limps off against Sassuolo Hongla registered one tackle (zero won) and one clearance in 36 minutes in Friday's match versus Sassuolo before subbing off due to an ankle injury, Sky reports.
Impact Hongla mostly defended during his short time on the pitch and couldn't continue after a tackle. He's headed for some tests during the break. He was replaced by newcomer Suat Serdar.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Riccardo Saponara - Ruled out for Sassuolo game Saponara hasn't been called up for Friday's match against Sassuolo due to an ankle sprain, Sky Italy reports.
Impact Saponara won't be available for this one but is expected to recover during the break because the injury isn't significant. One among Michael Folorunsho, Federico Bonazzoli, and Jordi Mboula will join Cyril Ngonge in a supporting role.
AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Jayden Braaf - Remains sidelined Braaf hasn't been called up for Friday's tilt against Sassuolo, Verona announced.
Impact Braaf will miss the third game in a row due to an unspecified muscular problem. Cyril Ngonge, Micheal Folorunsho, Federico Bonazzoli, Jordi Mboula, and Riccardo Saponara top the depth chart at his position.
AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Darko Lazovic - Will be back after the break Lazovic (thigh) "will return after the upcoming international pause," coach Marco Baroni announced.
Impact Lazovic has yet to resume training fully due to a thigh injury he picked up in late July and will look to do that in the next two weeks. He might be eased into action given the extended absence. Josh Doig has been serviceable in relief.
AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
