Daniel Maldini
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Nets on Saturday
Maldini scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 win over Udinese.
Analysis: Maldini netted the only goal of the game in the 54th minute from close range. He recorded 17 passes and also made an interception. He has now netted for three games in a row and has been called up for Italy's upcoming fixtures against Belgium, Turkey and France.
Option for Udinese match
Maldini (undisclosed) "had a normal week, and the decision to start him or not will be solely technical and tactical," coach Fabio Pisacane relayed.
Analysis: Maldini avoided significant injuries in a car crash and won't be disciplined by the team. He's coming off back-to-back goals and has taken at least one shot in every game, totaling nine (two on target) and posting three chances created, two crosses (two accurate) and four tackles (two won) over that span.
Expected to train regularly
Maldini tested negative for any banned substances and will practice regularly Tuesday, Cagliari announced.
Analysis: Maldini ultimately passed the more in-depth toxicology exams and doesn't risk suspension, while he might be disciplined in a minor way by his team for his transgression. Instead, he didn't suffer any relevant injury in his car accident.
Discharged but suspected of DUI
Maldini has been released from the hospital as he didn't suffer severe consequences, his agent confirmed, but he tested positive for alcohol and drugs in the preliminary exams, La Repubblica reported.
Analysis: Maldini got away with some scratches in a multi-car crash and is expected to resume training in a hurry, but he would face significant consequences if the follow-up tests confirmed the results of the early ones.
Involved in car crash
Maldini has been hospitalized with some minor wounds in Milan following a multi-car accident during the night, La Gazzetta dello Sport relayed.
Analysis: Maldini isn't in a life-threatening situation, but he's undergoing tests to determine whether he sustained injuries that could affect his availability for the next match.
Converts PK in Atalanta bout
Maldini scored one goal to go with two shots (two on target), one tackle (zero won) and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Atalanta.
Analysis: Maldini didn't have a lot of volume, but coolly buried a second-half penalty kick that turned out to be decisive, bagging his second straight goal. He has fired at least one shot in all four fixtures, totaling nine (three on target) and adding four chances created, two crosses (two accurate) and four tackles (two won).
First Cagliari goal
Maldini scored one goal to go with five shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Monday's 1-0 win versus Lecce.
Analysis: Maldini earned his debut moment with Cagliari in their third match of the season Monday, with the attacker notching a goal in the 29th minute. This was his first goal since joining the club, one he was looking for after recording five shots in the game. With a starting role and more time coming his way this season, he should easily top his three goal contributions from last campaign.
Heads to Cagliari
Maldini has moved to Cagliari on loan with a conditional obligation to buy from Atalanta.
Analysis: Maldini is on the move again after playing at Lazio with a similar formula from January on. He wasn't retained after scoring once, assisting twice, and adding 15 shots (five on target), seven chances created and 12 tackles in 12 appearances (nine starts). He'll split duties with Jacopo Fazzini and Yael Trepy and more likely newcomers. His role and prominence will also depend on whether Sebastiano Esposito stays at the club.
Returns to Atalanta
Maldini wasn't redeemed by Lazio following his loan spell.
Analysis: Maldini was a regular for his previous team, scoring twice, assisting once and tallying 15 shots (five on target), seven chances created and one cross (one accurate) in 12 appearances (nine starts), but evidently didn't show enough to be bought out. He might remain part of the squad, as Atalanta hired former Lazio coach Maurizio Sarri, who utilized him consistently from January on.
Tallies equalizer
Maldini scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Monday's 3-3 draw against Udinese.
Analysis: Maldini was able to get a point for Lazio late in stoppage time, which could be important if they do get a Europe spot for next season. He could see additional time off the bench in the next match against a favorable opponent, as Cremonese have conceded 51 goals in Serie A play.
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