Domenico Berardi
SAS
Nets goal
Berardi scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Torino.
Analysis: Berardi was only on the field for 18 minutes Saturday but played a major role in the win, scoring the game-winner in the 78th minute. This is the attacker's first goal contribution of the season, as it was also his first time on the field after missing the opener. He will look to get back into a starting role moving forward, a veteran of the club who has held a solid role in the team since the 2015/16 season.
Bench option for Torino tilt
Berardi (ankle) is available for Saturday's clash with Torino.
Analysis: Berardi is returning after dealing with a lingering ankle problem and skipping the opener but will be eased into action, with Cristian Volpato staying in the XI. He recorded eight goals, four assists, 40 shots (21 on target) and 33 key passes in 26 appearances in 2025/2026.
Could be back versus Torino
Berardi (ankle) "resumed training with us this week, so he has a shot to be available," coach Alberto Aquilani stated.
Analysis: Berardi is feeling better and could return to the squad after missing the first two official matches of the campaign. The final determination about his status will come on game day, and he'll be eased into action if he's an option, as he's been tending to the injury for a few weeks. Cristian Volpato will likely get the nod again.
Sidelined for Atalanta clash
Berardi (ankle) "is feeling better and trying to recover, but he won't be an option Sunday," coach Alberto Aquilani announced.
Analysis: Berardi will remain on the mend after skipping the first official fixture of the season, but he doesn't seem too far off from coming back. Cristian Volpato and Benjamin Dominguez will split duties on the right wing sans him.
Tending to ankle injury
Berardi missed Monday's Coppa Italia game and a pair of recent friendlies due to an ankle sprain, Sassuolo announced.
Analysis: Berardi stepped away from the pre-season retreat for what was initially labeled as a minor problem, but he's not been able to play for a few weeks at this point, and his status for the opener is up in the air. Cristian Volpato will take his place on the right wing if needed.
Sends in two crosses versus Torino
Berardi (undisclosed) had one corner, one interception and two crosses (zero accurate) in 27 minutes in Friday's 2-1 defeat against Torino.
Analysis: Berardi was managed following a minor injury, operating as a sub behind Cristian Volpato. He snapped a three-match streak with multiple shots and a four-match one with one or more clearances due to his reduced playing time. He has scored and assisted once in his last five outings, adding four chances created, nine crosses (four accurate) and five corners.
On bench versus Torino
Berardi (muscular) is among the substitutes for Friday's clash against Torino.
Analysis: Berardi's availability gives his side an attacking boost after he scored his eighth goal of the season in the previous match before suffering a minor issue. He'll serve as an alternative to Cristian Volpato on the right wing and could replace him in the initial lineup in subsequent fixtures. Additionally, Berardi may share set pieces with Armand Lauriente whenever he's on the field.
Questionable for Torino clash
Berardi "is dealing with a minor muscular injury, and we'll use all the time at our disposal to assess whether he'll recover for Friday," coach Fabio Grosso announced.
Analysis: Berardi escaped without serious consequences but could still miss this one or be managed carefully to avoid more severe problems. Cristian Volpato would likely get the call on the right flank if he were unable to start.
Scores and limps off versus Milan
Berardi scored one goal to go with three shots (one on target) and one chance created in 59 minutes before leaving Sunday's 2-0 win over Milan due to injury, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.
Analysis: Berardi opened the scoring almost immediately with a perfect low-driven cross-shot from the edge of the box in his return from a two-game suspension, but exited early in the second half, signaling some discomfort. He'll need to be assessed ahead of Friday's away game versus Torino. Cristian Volpato is generally his deputy.
Serves suspension
Berardi completed a two-game disqualification in Sunday's 0-0 draw with Fiorentina.
Analysis: Berardi will return against Milan on Sunday after being banned for two matches because of a shoving match with a Genoa player. He'll likely reclaim his starting job over Cristian Volpato in a hurry. He has swung in multiple crosses in his last 10 appearances, racking up 26 deliveries (11 accurate), scoring three goals, assisting once and adding 16 key passes and 16 shots (eight on target) over that span.
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