VERONA NEWS

Milan Djuric - Undergoes knee surgery Djuric went under the knife to remove a torn meniscus in his right knee, Verona announced.

Impact Djuric sat out the last two games with a knee problem, but it wasn't believed to be this severe. He'll be out for four-to-six weeks to recover. Adolfo Gaich and Kevin Lasagna will take over the no.9 role.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Davide Faraoni - Plays little versus Salernitana Faraoni (calf) drew one foul in four minutes in Monday's 1-0 win over Salernitana.

Impact Faraoni made a short cameo in his much-awaited return from a calf strain. He'll likely supplant Marco Davide Faraoni once fully healthy, but it could be a while before that's the case. He has recorded two assists, ten shots (three on target), 14 crosses (two accurate), and eight tackles in nine matches (seven starts).

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pawel Dawidowicz - Logs two clearances against Salernitana Dawidowicz (thigh) had one interception and two clearances in 25 minutes in Monday's 1-0 win over Salernitana.

Impact Dawidowicz returned after skipping two matches with a minor thigh injury, but Giangiacomo Magnani played over him in this one. The two figure to be in direct competition the rest of the way. He has recorded ten tackles (nine won), six interceptions, 17 clearances, and three blocks in the last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Inter held 0-0 at Sampdoria; Hellas Verona beats Salernitana

Inter Milan has been surprisingly held to a 0-0 draw at relegation-threatened Sampdoria but consolidated second spot in Serie A

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lorenzo Montipo - Keeps clean sheet in win Montipo made three saves and kept a clean sheet in Monday's 1-0 win versus Salerntina.

Impact Montipo kept another clean sheet Monday, as he stopped all three shots on target he faced. He has been in good form as of late, with three clean sheets in his past six matches, while conceding just one goal in the other three. He also has 21 saves over that stretch, giving him an impressive save percentage. He faces a slightly more difficult matchup Sunday at Roma, who have scored 29 goals in 22 league matches this season.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cyril Ngonge - Scores in win Ngonge scored one goal on five shots (two on target), created one chance and had one accurate cross in Monday's 1-0 win versus Salerntina.

Impact Ngonge scored a goal in his second consecutive match Monday, with his 31st minute goal also proving to be the winner. Ngonge has had an impressive start to his Serie A career, as he's scored a goal in his first two starts since joining the side from Groningen in January. The goals do not appear to be flukes either, as he has recorded nine shots (four on target) in the two matches he has started. He also is flashing a bit of his creative element, with one chance created and one accurate cross in each of his first three matches. With Ngonge the only player on the squad to score in the month of February, it seems he may lock down a spot in the starting XI soon enough.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Darko Lazovic - Assists in win Lazovic recorded one assist on three chances created, took three shots (one on target) and had eight crosses (one accurate) in Monday's 1-0 win versus Salerntina.

Impact Lazovic recorded an assist for his second consecutive game Monday, with both finding new signing Cyril Ngonge. It was one of three chances created for Lazovic, as he found Ngonge with one of his eight crosses in the 31st minute. He took four corners in the match, in addition to his three shots (one on target). He put in nice defensive work in the clean sheet as well, as he won two of three tackles attempted, intercepted two passes and made three clearances in his 90 minutes of action.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Adrien Tameze - Creates three chances in win Tameze created three chances, made two clearances and kept a clean sheet in Monday's 1-0 win versus Salerntina.

Impact Tameze set a new season high Monday as he created three chances, which tied for the team lead. He has yet to record an assist this season and only averages about one chance created per match, so seeing him showcase a bit more on the attack is a positive sign. He also recorded a clean sheet for just the second time this season as he made two clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Milan Djuric - Ruled out for Salernitana match Djuric (knee) hasn't been called up for Monday's game against Salernitana, Verona informed.

Impact Djuric tried to give it a go, but he pass the final fitness test. Kevin Lasagna or Adolfo Gaich will lead the frontline Monday. The former can also feature in a supporting role if need be.

FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Milan Djuric - Trending positively ahead of Salernitana match Djuric (knee) "practiced on the side for a couple of days, but he re-joined his teammates late in the week. We'll take a look at him Sunday and then decide whether to call him up,"...

Impact Djuric was a late scratch last week, but his issue isn't too concerning. He should be an option barring a late setback, but it's likely the coach will pick players that are in better health for the starting XI Monday. Kevin Lasagna and Adolfo Gaich manned the position last week.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pawel Dawidowicz - Fit for Salernitana match Dawidowicz (thigh) "had a clean week of practice and will be called up for Monday's game versus Salernitana," coach Marco Zaffaroni announced.

Impact Dawidowicz was a late scratch last week, but his problem was minor. He's not a lock to return to the XI since GIangiacomo Magnani and Diego Coppola have fared well in recent tilts. He has recorded 11 tackles (ten won), 18 clearances, and three blocks in his last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Davide Faraoni - Will return against Salernitana Faraoni (calf) will be available Monday against Salernitana, coach Marco Zaffaroni informed.

Impact Faraoni will come back after missing eight fixtures due to a calf injury. Fabio Depaoli will likely stay in the XI for a couple more games until Faraoni is ready for big minutes. He has provided an assist and added eight shots (two on target), eight crosses (one accurate), four tackles (two won), and four interceptions in the last five appearances.

FEBRUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Milan Djuric - Out with knock Djuric sat out Monday's game versus Lazio due to a bruised knee, coach Marco Zaffaroni informed.

Impact Djuric is dealing with a minor problem and could be able to return in Monday's home game versus Salernitana. If close to 100 percent, he'd likely replace Kevin Lasagna since Cyril Ngonge fared well in the last game.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Adrien Tameze - Logs four interceptions in Lazio tilt Tameze had two tackles (one won), three clearances, and four interceptions in Monday's 1-1 draw against Lazio.

Impact Tameze helped the defense keep a dangerous opponent reasonably in check with a muscular display in the midfield. He has notched ten tackles (four won), nine interceptions, nine clearances, and three blocks in the last five games.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fabio Depaoli - Shows well in Lazio game Depaoli had one shot (one on goal), three crosses (two accurate), one block, and two chances created in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Lazio.

Impact Depaoli turned in another solid shift while manning the right flank with energy, as he has done amid Marco Davide Faraoni's injury woes. He has scored once and posted five shots (two on target), four chances created, and 13 crosses (eight accurate) in the last five matches.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Doig - Productive versus Lazio Doig (illness) generated three shots (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate), and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 draw against Lazio.

Impact Doig returned to the XI after a one-game absence and put up numbers across the board on offense, as he's one to do. He has recorded two assists, seven shots (one on target), five key passes, and 15 crosses (six accurate) in the last five appearances. Verona will face Salernitana at home next Monday.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Darko Lazovic - Dishes assist versus Lazio Lazovic assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (three accurate), and three chances created in Monday's 1-1 draw against Lazio.

Impact Lazovic put together another strong all-around effort, which has been the norm for him since he moved from the flank to the no.10 role. He assisted Cyril Ngonge with a set piece and also rocked the woodwork with a curled shot from distance. He has posted three goals, two assists, 14 shots (six on target), and nine chances created in the last six matches. Verona will face Salernitana at home next Monday.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Cyril Ngonge - Scores versus Lazio Ngonge scored one goal to go with four shots (two on target), one cross (one accurate), and one chance created in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Lazio.

Impact Ngonge was brilliant in his first start, as he routinely led the charge for his side, paced it in shots, and hit the net with a header on a set piece. The strong showing could easily allow him to earn a regular role. He has logged six shots (three on target), two chances created, and two crosses (both accurate) in two matches.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Montipo - Beaten once in Lazio clash Montipo recorded one save, two clearances, and one punch, and allowed one goal in Monday's 1-1 draw versus Lazio.

Impact Montipo conceded on a gem by Pedro and didn't have to intervene much during the game. His numbers have visibly improved in 2023, as he has kept two clean sheets, surrendered five goals, and made 20 saves in the last six fixtures. Verona will face Salernitana at home next Monday.

FEBRUARY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lazio held at Serie A struggler Verona to 1-1

Lazio has been held at relegation-threatened Hellas Verona to 1-1 in Serie A

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Milan Djuric - Will miss Lazio game Djuric is absent for Monday's match versus Lazio due to a last-minute injury, TeleNuovo reports.

Impact Djuric got hurt in the final practice of the week and will be better assessed after the fixture. Kevin Lasagna is spearheading the frontline in relief, while Cyril Ngonge is getting his first start. Jayden Braaf, Adolfo Gaich, and Simone Verdi are the top offensive options off the bench.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Josh Doig - Starting Monday Doig is in Verona's starting lineup for Monday's clash against Lazio.

Impact Doig returns to the XI on the left wing Monday after recovering from an illness.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Verona, Samp chase survival; Vallecano vs. Almeria

Hellas Verona and Sampdoria are desperate for wins to inch closer to safety in Serie A

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pawel Dawidowicz - Ruled out for Lazio game Dawidowicz is missing from Verona's squad list to face Lazio Monday due to muscle fatigue, the team announced.

Impact Dawidowicz picked up an ailment late in the week and will miss the second game in a row after sitting out the previous one because of a suspension. Giangiacomo Magnani should stay in the XI, with Diego Coppola and Juan Cabal as the top backups.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Miguel Veloso - Won't return versus Lazio Veloso (calf) is set to begin ramping up next week, coach Marco Zaffaroni relayed.

Impact Veloso will remain sidelined for Monday's clash with Lazio, sitting out his third straight match. Ibrahima Sulemana got the nod last week, but the club added Ondrej Duda and Oliver Abildgaard late in the week, who can also take care of the position.

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE