Gustav Isaksen
LAZ
Leads team in shots versus Parma
Isaksen recorded five shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created and drew three fouls in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Parma.
Analysis: Isaksen was very lively on the wing and cut inside at will, peppering the posts, but he lacked precision and was unable to bag his third goal in a row. He paced his side in attempts and set a new season high. Isaksen has notched three or more shots, totaling 12 (two on target), and multiple crosses, amassing seven (one accurate), in the last three tilts, adding one key pass and four clearances in that stretch. His competitor Matteo Cancellieri returned to the bench after a small injury in this one.
Nets another goal
Isaksen scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and three crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 3-0 win over Juventus.
Analysis: Isaksen started in a second straight match Sunday and did well with his time, as the attacker bagged a goal in the 66th minute. This is his second straight game scoring a goal, as he found the back of the net against Monza last time out. This accounts for his only two goals this season, coming in seven appearances (three starts).
Scores first league goal
Isaksen scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 3-1 win over Monza.
Analysis: Isaksen marked his return to the starting lineup with his first league goal of the season in the win over Monza. With Matteo Cancellieri (lower leg) sidelined for the game, the Dane got the nod on the right for only his second league start after back to back appearances from the bench. He took a game high four shots and found the target once with a curling finish, and he came close to a second when he hit the post in the closing stages.
Plays one half against Bologna
Isaksen (groin) had one off-target shot, one tackle (zero won) and one block in 45 minutes in Monday's 1-0 victory over Bologna.
Analysis: Isaksen saw plenty of action despite his subpar form, but didn't look great during his time on the pitch and lacked his usual burst. He, Matteo Cancellieri and Tijjani Noslin are engaged in a three-man battle to be the go-to right winger for the time being.
Available off bench
Isaksen (groin) is on the bench for Monday's match against Bologna.
Analysis: Isaksen recovered quicker than expected and was spotted in training Sunday, so it wasn't a big surprise to see him crack the bench for this league opener. Isaksen should see regular minutes once he's fully ready to play, though that might not come any time soon since he missed several weeks in the summer after undergoing groin surgery in early July.
Probable for Bologna fixture
Isaksen (groin) has accelerated his recovery this week and has a good chance to be called up for Monday, although he's a long shot to play, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.
Analysis: Isaksen has been spotted in training and could make the squad for the opener after rehabbing from a sports hernia surgery in the last few months. It'll be a while before he's seriously in contention to start. Matteo Cancellieri or Tijjani Noslin will get the nod.
Remains sidelined
Isaksen (groin) has been unavailable for all the pre-season matches, including an early cup game.
Analysis: Isaksen isn't yet on the homestretch of his recovery from groin surgery and is unlikely to be ready for the first match versus Bologna on Monday. Matteo Cancellieri and Tijjani Noslin have been taking care of the position while he's been out.
Undergoes groin surgery
Isaksen went under the knife to address a sports hernia, Lazio announced.
Analysis: Isaksen was having trouble on both legs and decided to have surgery well into the offseason after trying to avoid it. He'll likely miss time at the beginning of the next campaign as he'll have to catch up from a physical standpoint after being sidelined for the summer friendlies, Corriere dello Sport informed.
Hits the net in Cremonese tilt
Isaksen scored one goal to go with three shots (one on target) and three crosses (three accurate) and drew four fouls in Monday's 2-1 win over Cremonese.
Analysis: Isaksen benefited from Matteo Cancellieri's suspension and put a nice finish right under the crossbar from the edge of the box. It's his fifth goal in the season. He has posted one or more crosses in seven displays in a row, amassing 11 deliveries (six accurate) and logging four key passes and two tackles (one won) during that stretch. Additionally, this marked his third appearance on the trot with at least one shot, for a total of five (two on target).
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