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Nicolo Casale - Solid against Inter Casale had one block, two interceptions and five clearances and won eight duels in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Inter.

Impact Casale turned in a solid shift while trying to stop the Inter attackers, but it was not enough. He has logged 36 tackles, 37 interceptions, 68 clearances and five blocks in 30 matches, with two clean sheets. Verona will face Atalanta away next Monday.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ivan Ilic - Serviceable versus Inter Ilic sent in two accurate crosses, created one scoring chance, had two interceptions and won seven duels in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Inter.

Impact Ilic did a little bit of everything in this one, contributing with small numbers across the board. He has taken full advantage of Miguel Veloso's extended absence. He has recorded four shots, two chances, seven crosses and seven clearances in the last five appearances. Verona will face Atalanta away next Monday.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Darko Lazovic - Struggles versus Inter Lazovic sent in two inaccurate crosses, created one scoring chance, won one tackle and had two clearances in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Inter.

Impact Lazovic did not manage to get anything going against a tough opponent, as he had to contain Denzel Dumfries. He has logged four shots, four chances, eight crosses and eight clearances in the last five appearances. Verona will face Atalanta away next Monday.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Giovanni Simeone - Decent in Inter game Simeone took two shots (both on target), sent in one accurate shot, created two scoring chances and won four duels in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Inter.

Impact Simeone did not manage to break through in this one, but he was the only Verona attacker that challenged Samir Handanovic and picked up stats in multiple offensive categories. He has scored once and added nine shots, two chances and three crosses in the last five matches. Verona will face Atalanta away next Monday.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gianluca Caprari - Quiet versus Inter Caprari sent in three inaccurate crosses, drew three fouls, won six duels and had two successful take-ons in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Inter.

Impact Caprari had troubles shaking free like most of the Verona attackers in this one and failed to take a shot for the first time since mid-December. He has notched six attempts, four chances and 18 crosses in the last five matches. Verona will face Atalanta away next Monday.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Lasagna - Fires two shots in Inter game Lasagna (thigh) took two shots, had two interceptions and won two duels in 28 minutes in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Inter.

Impact Lasagna was decent in his return from injury considering that his team struggled offensively in this one. He might the start if Antonin Barak was not fully fit to do so in next Monday's away game versus Atalanta. He has tallied one goal, four assists, 33 shots and 13 chances in 22 appearances (nine starts).

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Montipo - Concedes twice against Inter Montipo had four saves, two clearances and one punch and allowed two goals in Saturday's 0-2 loss to Inter.

Impact Montipo did what he could with several strong interventions in the first half, but Inter still managed to break through twice. He has kept just one clean sheet in the last seven matches, where he has surrendered nine goals and made 15 saves. Verona will face Atalanta away next Monday.

APRIL 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Inter wins 2-0 to move 1 point behind leader AC Milan

Defending Serie A champion Inter Milan moved within one point of league leader and city rival AC Milan as it beat Hellas Verona 2-0

APRIL 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kevin Lasagna - Called up for Inter game Lasagna (calf) has been named in Verona's squad list to face Inter Saturday.

Impact Lasagna is making his return after missing three matches with a calf strain. He has strong chances to feature since Antonin Barak has been ruled out and he generally serves as his top backup. He has posted two assists, ten shots, two chances and two crosses in the last six appearances (two starts).

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Antonin Barak - Will miss Inter match Barak (illness) was not named in Verona's squad list to face Inter Saturday.

Impact Barak will miss the second game in a row due to an illness that caused his conditioning to dip and limited in practice in the last few days. Daniel Bessa, Kevin Lasagna or Matteo Cancellieri will fill in for him in a supporting role.

APRIL 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

MATCHDAY: Relegation-threatened Everton hosts Man United

Everton hosts Manchester United in the first of five Premier League games on Saturday with Frank Lampard’s team needing a win to avoid the danger of dropping into the relegation zo...

APRIL 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Antonin Barak - Questionable for Inter clash Barak (illness) has not been able to train fully after battling a stomach bug and will be a late call for Saturday's match versus Inter, coach Igor Tudor announced.

Impact Barak resumed training after being ruled for the previous match, but he was apparently hit hard by the illness. It is likely he will come off the bench even if he improves enough to be an option. Daniel Bessa showed well in relief and could stay in the XI.

APRIL 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Reborn Milan lacking firepower in bid to end 11-year drought

AC Milan is a club reborn on and off the soccer field

APRIL 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Antonin Barak - Shakes off illness Barak (illness) was back on the pitch Wednesday, Sky Italy reports.

Impact Barak missed the previous game with a stomach bug, but the situation improved quickly. He could be back in the XI in Saturday's away game versus Milan, replacing Daniel Bessa in the XI. He has logged two goals, five shots, three chances and two crosses in the last five appearances.

APRIL 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gianluca Frabotta - Debuts in Genoa fixture Frabotta (thigh) subbed in late in Monday's 1-0 win over Genoa.

Impact Frabotta was finally able to log his first seasonal appearances after dealing with an Achilles injury and a thigh strain in recent months. He is unlikely to garner a major role, but he will be in the mix behind the starter Darko Lazovic on the left flank. He posted four chances 35 crosses, 14 interceptions and 12 clearances in 16 appearances with Juventus last season (eight starts). Verona will face Inter away Saturday.

APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fabio Depaoli - Makes sub appearance against Genoa Depaoli (thigh) won one tackle, had one clearance and committed one foul in Monday's 1-0 win over Genoa.

Impact Depaoli quickly returned after missing one game with a minor thigh problem. He is poised to be the top backup on either flank in the remaining fixtures. He has recorded one goal, one assist, four shots and 21 crosses in 11 appearances (five starts). Verona will visit Inter Saturday.

APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Darko Lazovic - Paltry versus Genoa Lazovic (thigh) took two off-target shots, created one scoring chance, had three clearances and one block in Monday's 1-0 win over Genoa.

Impact Lazovic saw 70 minutes in his return following a two-game absence, but he contributed more on the defensive end than in the final third. He has logged four shots, three chances, six crosses and three tackles in the last five appearances. Verona will visit Inter Saturday.

APRIL 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Milan misses chance to move 3 points clear after 0-0 draw

AC Milan missed the chance to pull three points clear at the top of Serie A as it was held to a 0-0 draw by Bologna

APRIL 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hellas Verona 1-0 Genoa ' Huge goal for Simeone wins it for Hellas Verona ' Serie A 2021/22

APRIL 4, 2022 • YOUTUBE

Giovanni Simeone - Scores once to win Simeone had one goal on two shots, one cross and sustained two fouls in the 1-0 victory over Genoa on Monday.

Impact Coming out hot, Simeone managed to score the only goal of the match in the 5th minute. This was the forward's first goal in his last four appearances, and it is unlikely he will find another in the next match against Inter Milan.

APRIL 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Montipo - Makes four saves Montipo had four saves and conceded no goals in the 1-0 victory over Genoa on Monday.

Impact Though Genoa put up a strong offensive effort, it was easy enough for Montipo to stop. It has been five appearances since the keeper logged a clean sheet, and he may not be able to do it again against Inter Milan.

APRIL 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Darko Lazovic - Starting Monday Lazovic (thigh) will feature in the starting XI versus Genoa on Monday.

Impact Lazovic returns to the pitch following a two-match absence due to his thigh problem. In his previous five outings, the midfielder generated 17 crosses (three accurate), five shots (one on target) and two corners and figures to offer top-half fantasy value now that his injury is behind him.

APRIL 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Panagiotis Retsos - Available against Genoa Retsos (thigh) has been named in Verona's squad list to face Genoa Monday.

Impact Retsos is fit after missing three matches with a thigh strain. He will probably be eased into action, as he had yet to establish himself following the January move before getting hurt. He has posted two interceptions, one cross and one clearance in four appearances (one start).

APRIL 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Coppola - Ruled out for Genoa match Coppola will miss Monday's game against Genoa due to an ankle sprain, Verona informed.

Impact Coppola could have gotten some minutes in this one as the coaching staff is evaluating him ahead of next season, but he picked up a late injury. Federico Ceccherini or Bosko Sutalo will likely join Koray Gunter and Nicolo Casale in the back.

APRIL 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Antonin Barak - Ruled out for Genoa game Barak will miss Monday's match versus Genoa due to a stomach bug, Verona announced.

Impact Barak is a late scratch, leaving Verona short-handed up front since his usual backup Kevin Lasagna is unavailable as well. Daniel Bessa or Matteo Cancellieri will replace him, and the latter scored his first career goal in the last match.

APRIL 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE