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Assists off the bench against Vallecano Cheddira assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Cheddira replaced Javi Puado in the 71st minute and made an impact, setting up the 96th-minute winner for Alejo Veliz. Despite taking only eight touches, Cheddira managed to create two chances, showcasing his effectiveness in a brief but brilliant cameo. Having come off the bench twice this season, he will be aiming to secure more minutes during his loan spell from Napoli.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Transfers to Espanyol Cheddira has joined Espanyol on loan from Napoli, the two clubs announced.

Impact Cheddira had a sound campaign at Frosinone in 2023/2024, especially down the stretch, tallying seven goals, one assist, 60 shots (28 don't target) and 16 key passes in 36 matches (24 starts). He'll eye a consistent role in La Liga.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Four inaccurate shots in finale Cheddira had four shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Udinese.

Impact For only the second time since April, Cheddira logged zero shots on target, which proved costly for a Frosinone team that needed to score once to save itself from relegation. He finished his 2023-24 season having logged seven goals with 60 shots (28 on goal) and one assist on 16 chances created across 36 appearances (24 starts).

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Finally scores again Cheddira scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-0 win against Monza.

Impact After more than a month without any goals, Cheddira got back on the scoresheet Sunday. Even with the recent scoring drought, he has six goals across his last 12 starts. Sufficed to say, Cheddira being a regular part of Frosinone's starting XI has been a positive experience for both him and the team.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Workmanlike versus Inter Cheddira generated three shots (two on goal), one interception, one clearance and two chances created in Friday's 5-0 loss to Inter Milan.

Impact Cheddira put up pretty much his usual numbers in the large defeat and smacked the crossbar with a header on his best attempt. He has fallen into a little slump after a hot stretch, failing to find the target in four consecutive rounds, where he has totaled 15 shots (seven on target), two key passes and two interceptions.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Takes six shots in draw Cheddira recorded six shots (three on goal) in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Empoli.

Impact Cheddira had a great offensive effort and led Frosinone with a season-high six shots, but couldn't help them earn the road win. The forward has six goals in the season, five of them in his last 10 starts. And that was his 10th start in a row as well to place himself as a regular in the squad now.

MAY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Squanders pair of chances against Torino Cheddira drew three fouls and recorded four shots (two on goal), one interception and one clearance in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Torino.

Impact Cheddira led his team in attempts but left something on the table on a pair of juicy scoring opportunities, where he either finished poorly or didn't make the right choice. He has scored three goals in the last five rounds, adding 15 shots (eight on target) and two key passes.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Bags brace in Napoli clash Cheddira drew one foul and scored two goals to go with three shots (three on target) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Napoli.

Impact Cheddira had a clutch performance, capitalizing on most of his attempts, first with a routine finish after a defensive mishap and then with a great header. He has netted three goals and tallied 11 shots (six on target) and three chances created in the last five rounds.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Fires three shots versus Bologna Cheddira drew one foul, won two duels and had three shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Bologna.

Impact Cheddira co-paced his team in attempts, but his shots weren't too dangerous, and Lukas Skorupski denied him twice. He has started over Kaio Jorge and Marvin Cuni in six consecutive rounds, tallying three goals, 11 shots (six on target) and four chances created.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Lazio fixture Cheddira drew two fouls, won five duels and scored one goal to go with five shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus Lazio.

Impact Cheddira re-opened the contest late in the second half with an acrobatic finish from close range following a set piece. He has started over Kaio Jorge in four consecutive matches and is running away with the job, having scored three goals and added eight shots (four on target), three chances created and three tackles (two won).

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers versus Lecce Cheddira drew three fouls and scored one goal to go with two shots (two on target) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Lecce.

Impact Cheddira put his name in the stat sheet for the second week in a row by solving a wild scrum in the box smashing the ball under the crossbar for his third goal in the campaign. He has regained the upper hand over Kaio Jorge with his last two showings. He has tallied four shots on target, two key passes and two tackles (one won) in the last five rounds.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Scores versus Juventus Cheddira drew three fouls, won four duels and scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) in Sunday's 3-2 defeat versus Juventus.

Impact Cheddira returned to the starting lineup after four games and took full advantage of his only chance, finding the target with a pretty header. It's his second goal of the season. The good showing should allow him to gain ground on Kaio Jorge, who has had the upper hand recently. He has logged three shots (two on target) and one tackle in the last five rounds.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Misfires in Verona game Cheddira won three duels, drew one foul, and recorded three shots (zero on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Verona.

Impact Cheddira had a few attempts but never hit the target. He's off to a slow start relative to his success in Serie B last season. He has scored once and added ten shots (four on target), five key passes, and two crosses (zero accurate) in seven appearances. Frosinone will face Bologna away on October 22.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check by Salernitana Cheddira won four duels and recorded one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and one chance created in Friday's 1-1 draw versus Salernitana.

Impact Cheddira couldn't follow up his maiden Serie A goal with a good performance and didn't get many feeds in dangerous spots. He has added one assist, six shots (four on target), and five chances created in four games. Frosinone will host Fiorentina Thursday.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first Serie A goal Cheddira scored one goal and assisted once from three shots (two on target) and one chance created in Sunday's 4-2 win versus Sassuolo.

Impact Cheddira opened his seasonal tally with a successful PK late in the first half that kick-started their comeback. He added a point with a generous feed to Pol Lirola on a two-man counter late in the game. He has tallied five shots (three on target), four key passes, and four drawn fouls in three games. Frosinone will visit Salernitana Friday.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Held in check by Udinese Cheddira drew two fouls, won five duels, and recorded two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Udinese.

Impact Cheddira skied it from close range on his only clear-cut opportunity of the game and hasn't had the best impact with Serie A despite his success in the second division. He doesn't have a lot of competition even though Frosinone added a few new pieces late in the window. He has logged two shots (one on target) and three chances in two appearances. Frosinone will host Sassuolo on September 17.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in Frosinone debut Cheddira had two chances created, one clearance, and two successful duels in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Atalanta.

Impact Cheddira got the nod right away a few days after joining but didn't do much in his first Serie A match, even though his side had an okay offensive performance. Frosinone will visit Udinese Saturday.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Frosinone via Napoli Cheddira has been acquired by Napoli from Napoli and loaned to Frosinone for the 2023/2024 season, the clubs announced.

Impact Cheddira wreaked havoc in Serie B and Coppa Italia last year, scoring 22 goals and providing seven assists in 38 appearances and earning a call-up by Morocco for the World Cup. He's primed to become the main scoring threat for Frosinone sooner rather than later, as their only other strikers in the squad, Marvin Cuni and Gennaro Borrelli, aren't as established.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Walid Cheddira's shot for Morocco saved by Spain's goalkeeper Unai Simon | 2022 FIFA World Cup

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • Fox Sports

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