Gaspar
LEC
Suspended for two matches
Gaspar has been handed a two-match ban for berating the referee, the League announced.
Analysis: Gaspar said something inappropriate to the referee after receiving his second yellow card for protesting too much and will miss the Frosinone and Genoa matches, barring a successful appeal. Jamil Siebert and Gaby Jean could make a couple of starts since Tiago Gabriel (knee) is banged up in the same role.
Sees red late in Juventus tilt
Gaspar had two shots (one on goal) and three interceptions and picked up two yellow cards in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Juventus.
Analysis: Gaspar had a run-of-the-mill performance while his team gave up two goals and was sent off in stoppage time for arguing a call. He'll be unavailable for Thursday's away game against Frosinone. With Tiago Gabriel (undisclosed) subbing off in this one, Jamil Siebert and Gaby Jean or Corrie Nbada could start midweek.
Finds the target against Udinese
Gaspar scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target), seven clearances and two tackles (one won) in Sunday's 3-0 victory versus Udinese.
Analysis: Gaspar started over Jamil Siebert and broke the deadlock early with a header on a corner kick for his first goal of the season. He has tallied multiple tackles, amassing 15 (eight won), and at least three clearances, totaling 33, in his five starts, contributing to two clean sheets and notching two interceptions and four blocks over that span.
Mostly struggles in Roma contest
Gaspar had seven clearances, five tackles (zero won) and one interception and took one shot (one on target) in Monday's 4-0 defeat versus Roma.
Analysis: Gaspar had trouble containing Donyell Malen, which goes for most Serie A defenders, but at least managed to rack up stats in the back. He has registered at least five tackles and seven clearances in the first two rounds, accruing nine (three won) and 18, respectively, with one clean sheet.
Logs double-digit clearances against Venezia
Gaspar had 11 clearances, one interception and one block and won three of four tackles in Sunday's 2-0 win over Venezia.
Analysis: Gaspar was booked three minutes into the game but managed the situation well, avoiding risky fouls, containing the opponents soundly and racking up stats. A major knee injury limited him to 23 games last season, during which he notched 23 tackles, 17 interceptions and 141 clearances, with seven clean sheets.
Unused sub in Sassuolo match
Gaspar (knee) didn't play in Sunday's 3-2 victory over Sassuolo.
Analysis: Gaspar completed his rehab from a major knee injury, but the coach stuck with players in better form in a key game, primarily Jamil Siebert. He's a long shot to play much in the season final against Genoa on Sunday as well, but he'll be fully healthy heading into the summer.
Back available Sunday
Gaspar (knee) has been named in the squad for Sunday's clash against Sassuolo, according to the club.
Analysis: Gaspar's inclusion in the matchday squad is a significant milestone after being sidelined since late February with the knee injury. The defender's rehabilitation has progressed well, and while his involvement may be limited given the length of his absence and the performances of his replacements, his return to the squad is a welcome development for Lecce heading into the final two matches of the season.
Recovers from significant injury
Gaspar (knee) has successfully ramped up in training, Lecce announced.
Analysis: Gaspar has been out since late February because of a severe knee injury, but the rehab has gone well, and he could be part of the squad for one of the last two games. It's not sure he'll be utilized, given his long absence and the fact that his replacements have been fine. He has helped secure one clean sheet in his last seven displays, registering nine tackles (three won), seven interceptions and 48 clearances.
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