Federico Bernardeschi
BOLStrikes in Napoli clash
Bernardeschi scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target), one interception and one cross (one accurate) in Monday's 3-2 win against Napoli.
Analysis: Bernardeschi broke the deadlock early thanks to a potent lefty shot, but put together a somewhat modest stat line. He has scored and assisted once in his last five appearances (three starts), adding eight shots (four on target), two chances created and five crosses (one accurate).
Four shots in 0-0 draw
Bernardeschi had four shots (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Cagliari.
Analysis: Bernardeschi attempted four shots and took two corners but was unable to score a goal in the game. He returned to the starting lineup, having not started in the last three Serie A matches for Bologna. This is the first Serie A game this season that he has attempted four or more shots and has scored two goals in the league and five in the Europa League.
Lively in Cagliari contest
Bernardeschi (hip) had four shots (one on target), three crosses (zero accurate) and two corners and created one scoring chance in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Cagliari.
Analysis: Bernardeschi played 78 minutes despite coming off an injury and led his side in attempts, but couldn't put one in the net. He hasn't scored in seven appearances, assisting once and tallying 14 shots (three on target), five chances created and nine crosses (two accurate) over that span.
Starting against Cagliari
Bernardeschi (hip) is in the XI to face Cagliari on Sunday.
Analysis: Bernardeschi is getting the call over Riccardo Orsolini on the right wing after missing one match because of a hip issue. He has assisted once and notched eight shots (two on target), three key passes and four crosses (two accurate) in his last five appearances.
Probable for Cagliari bout
Bernardeschi (hip) worked with the rest of his teammates Wednesday, Bologna communicated.
Analysis: Bernardeschi has shaken off a hip issue pretty quickly and is set to be an option in multiple roles, as Jonathan Rowe and Nicolo Cambiaghi are on the mend with thigh problems. He has started in three of his last five appearances, assisting once and adding eight shots (two on target), three chances created and four crosses (two accurate).
Diagnosed with hip problem
Bernardeschi will miss two to three weeks because of a right iliacus muscle lesion, Bologna announced.
Analysis: Bernardeschi won't be available for a couple of matches, but avoided a season-ending injury. Riccardo Orsolini will get the lion's share of minutes in relief and will be backed up by Benjamin Dominguez, Jonathan Rowe and Nicolo Cambiaghi, who can also play on the other wing.
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