Assane Diao
COMSlippery in Verona contest
Diao drew seven fouls and had one shot (zero on goal), four tackles (one won) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 win over Verona.
Analysis: Diao was often stopped early by the opponents with harsh tackles and didn't get a lot going in the final third. He has recorded at least one shot, amassing 11 (three on target), and two crosses, piling up 17 (one accurate), in four games in a row, scoring once. Additionally, this marked his fourth straight tilt with one or more tackles, for a total of 11 (five won).
Active but wasteful versus Napoli
Diao registered four shots (two on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and one chance created and drew three fouls in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Napoli.
Analysis: Diao had his most productive performance since returning from multiple injuries, leading his side in two offensive stats, but he left a couple of big scoring opportunities on the table. He has registered at least one shot, amassing 10 (three on target), and three crosses, piling up 15 (one accurate), in four straight fixtures. Furthermore, this marked his third straight match with one or more tackles, for a total of seven (four won).
Scores one goal in victory
Diao scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 win versus Genoa. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 39th minute.
Analysis: Diao delivered the decisive contribution in Sunday's 2-0 win at Genoa, heading home at the back post in the second half from Maxence Caqueret's deflected cross to double the lead and end any hope of a Genoa comeback during their strongest spell of the match, while also adding two crosses and two tackles. Diao has now scored two Serie A goals this season across 13 appearances, establishing himself as a regular starter on the right wing thanks to his repeated runs in behind and dribbling threat.
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