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Darko Lazovic - Takes five shots in win Lazovic had five shots (one on target), created two chances, sent in five crosses (one accurate) and made five tackles (four won) during Thursday's 2-1 win over Spezia.

Impact Lazovic was very productive from the left flank, reaching season highs in both shots attempted, which included a left-footed finish that hit the post, and tackles, once again showing the two-way upside that has been making him a great fantasy choice during the last two months. The full-back will try to remain productive during Sunday's clash against Salernitana.

JANUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ivor Pandur - Concedes once in win Pandur made two saves and conceded one goal during Thursday's 2-1 win over Spezia.

Impact Pandur made the starting XI for the first time since the opening match of the season and looked on his way to a clean sheet until the 85th minute, when Martin Erlic appeared unmarked to head the ball home after the defense failed to clear a corner kick from the right. With Lorenzo Montipo (COVID-19) still under health and safety protocols, Pandur will probably remain in the lineup for Sunday's home match against Salernitana.

JANUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Lasagna - Provides assist in win Lasagna made an assist, had five shots (one on target) and created two chances during Thursday's 2-1 win over Spezia.

Impact Lasagna was a menace on the attacking end, racking up a season-high five shots and asssiting Gianluca Caprari for the goal that double his side's lead in the 70th minute. The forward was coming from scoring on the previous match and started the last four contests, so he'll probably be featured in the lineup on Sunday against Salernitana.

JANUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Giovanni Simeone - Provides assist in win Simeone made an assist, had two off-target shots, created one chance and drew two fouls during Thursday's 2-1 win over Spezia.

Impact Simeone couldn't find the back of the net for the third consecutive match, but at least he appeared on the scoresheet assisting Gianluca Caprari for the opening goal of the match in the 59th minute. With 12 goals and three assists over 18 appearances (15 starts) so far this season, Simeone will try to remain productive during Sunday's clash against Salernitana.

JANUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gianluca Caprari - Nets brace in win Caprari scored two goals off three shots (two on target), created three chances, sent in four crosses (one accurate) and drew two fouls during Thursday's 2-1 win over Spezia.

Impact Caprari had a man-of-the match performance for Verona, scoring both Verona goals during an 11-minute span in the second half and creating a lot for his teammates. The attacked is enjoying another great season, with six goals and five assists over 18 appearances (16 starts) and will try to keep it up during Sunday's home match against Salernitana.

JANUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Roma errors hand AC Milan a 3-1 win in Serie A

Jose Mourinho was left gesticulating in apparent disapproval after two grievous errors from his Roma players handed AC Milan a 3-1 win in Serie A

JANUARY 6, 2022 • Associated Press

Daniel Bessa - Placed in COVID-19 protocol Bessa is absent from the squad list for Thursday's game against Spezia as he recently tested positive for COVID-19.

Impact Bessa will skip multiple games considering the short turnaround. He is generally the third or fourth option in the midfield, and the other players in the role are currently available.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Davide Faraoni - Tests positive for COVID-19 Faraoni will miss Thursday's game versus Spezia as he contracted Coronavirus, Verona announced.

Impact Faraoni is poised to skip at least two matches given the short turnaround. The coach has chosen Adrien Tameze on the right flank for this one, although also newcomer Fabio Depaoli will be an option.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Montipo - Out with COVID-19 Montipo will miss Thursday's game against Sampdoria as he recently tested positive for COVID-19, Verona announced.

Impact Montipo will miss the next game as well as he started isolating Wednesday. Ivor Pandur will be between the sticks until he is ready to return.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Koray Gunter - Starting versus Spezia Gunter (calf) is in the starting XI to face Spezia Thursday.

Impact Gunter is making his return after missing four matches with a calf strain. He has registered posted nine tackles, 36 interceptions, 42 clearances and 13 blocks in 13 matches so far, with one clean sheet.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Antonin Barak - Bench option against Spezia Barak (back) is available off the bench in Thursday's game versus Spezia.

Impact Barak is not starting but he is available missing multiple matches with an illness and back problems. He will look to provide his contribution in the second half. He has posted five goals, three assists, 30 shots and 18 chances in 15 games.

JANUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Kalinic - In doubt for Spezia game Kalinic (calf) has made progress, but he has yet to be fully cleared, L'Arena reports.

Impact Kalinic has been out since mid-November because of a calf strain. He is at risk of sitting out more matches, and the coach will make the call in the immediate lead-up of the match. Even if available, Giovanni Simeone is the clear starter up front for Verona.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Koray Gunter - Late call for Spezia game Gunter (calf) has returned to full training during the break and is questionable for Thursday's match versus Spezia, L'Arena reports.

Impact Gunter has a chance to return from a calf injury, although Verona have generally been rather cautious with their injuries. If available, he could play over Bosko Sutalo Thursday. He has posted nine tackles, 36 interceptions, 42 clearances and 13 blocks in 13 matches so far.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Antonin Barak - Questionable for Spezia game Barak (back) has progressed during the break, but his availability for Thursday's game versus Spezia will be a late call, La Gazzetta dello Sport reports.

Impact Barak sat out the past two matches with what he defined as a muscular block his back. He has been able to practice in recent days, although the coach might prefer to hold him out until fully healthy. If available, he could unseat Kevin Lasagna right away.

JANUARY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Liverpool wants Arsenal cup match postponed over COVID

Liverpool has requested the postponement of Thursday’s match against Arsenal in the English League Cup semifinals because of more suspected COVID-19 cases at the club

JANUARY 4, 2022 • Associated Press

Fabio Depaoli - Moves to Verona Depaoli has transferred to Verona on loan with option to buy, Sampdoria announced.

Impact Depaoli had featured just six times so far (one start), tallying three crosses, three tackles and two clearances. He will remain in a backup role at Verona, but he could be a little more involved considering they are not deep on the flanks. He will be the top alternative to Marco Davide Faraoni and Darko Lazovic.

JANUARY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Martin Hongla - Leaves for AFCON Hongla is part of the Cameroon squad for the African Cup of Nations.

Impact Hongla will miss the next four Serie A matches. He is generally the fourth/fifth option in the Verona midfield behind Adrien Tameze, Miguel Veloso, Ivan Ilic and Daniel Bessa.

JANUARY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Giangiacomo Magnani - Tests positive for COVID-19 Magnani has contracted Coronavirus while away from the team, Verona announced.

Impact Magnani has begun isolating and will have to wait for a few days to resume practicing, which puts him at risk for the next two matches. Verona are hopeful they will have Koray Gunter back from a calf injury right after the break, and he would join Nicolo Casale, Federico Ceccherini and Bosko Sutalo as the main options in the back.

DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Giangiacomo Magnani - Eligible to face Spezia Magnani will be an option for January 6th's match against Spezia after serving a one-game ban.

Impact Magnani will be available, although he projects to be a reserve with Koray Gunter back into the fold following a calf injury. He has tallied two tackles, four interceptions, 15 clearances and one block in the last three appearances, but he was sent off early in the most recent one.

DECEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Federico Ceccherini - Available against Spezia Ceccherini will be eligible to play against Spezia on January 6th following a one-game ban for yellow-card accumulation.

Impact Ceccherini will be in contention to start, but Koray Gunter will likely return from his calf strain after the break, reducing the room in the back. He has logged nine interceptions and 17 clearances in the last five matches.

DECEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Adrien Tameze - Makes nine clearances in draw Tameze created two chances and made nine clearances, four interceptions and one draw during Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Fiorentina.

Impact Tameze was deployed as a centre back for the first time this season and exceeded expectations, leading all players in both clearances and interceptions. Federico Ceccherini and Giangiacomo Magnani will be back from their one-match bans for Jan. 6 visit to Spezia, but Tameze certainly built a great case to remain in the starting XI.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lorenzo Montipo - Concedes one in draw Montipo made zero saves and conceded one goal during Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Fiorentina.

Impact Montipo was helped by the lack of accuracy from opposing forwards and looked on his way to a clean sheet despite not making a single save. But everything changed in the 81st minute, when Gaetano Castrovilli dove to head home a cross from the left flank and draw things level at 1-1. With just two clean sheets over 18 starts this season and seven goals conceded over his last four games, Montipo will try to bounce back during Jan. 6 visit to Spezia.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gianluca Caprari - Provides assist in draw Caprari provided an assist, had one off-target shot, created two chances, made three tackles (one won), drew two fouls and was shown a yellow card during Wednesday's 1-1 draw again...

Impact Caprari assisted Kevin Lasagna for the goal that opened the scoring in the 17th minute with a beautiful through pass and then added some other contribution on both ends. the attacker is enjoying a decent campaign for Verona, with four goals and five assists over 17 Serie A appearances so far. Up next for him is Jan. 6 visit to Spezia.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Lasagna - Scores in draw versus Fiorentina Lasagna scored a goal off his lone shot and created one chance during Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Fiorentina.

Impact Lasagna opened the scoring for Verona with a left-footed shot after picking up a beautiful through ball in the 17th minute. Other than that, the attacker couldn't produce anything noteworthy during the rest of the match, which led him to be subbed off in the second half. After scoring his first goal of the season, Lasagna will try to keep it up during Jan. 6 visit to Spezia.

DECEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE