Mërgim Vojvoda
UDI
Focuses on defending versus Milan
Vojvoda won two of two tackles and had two shots (one on target), one interception and five clearances in Sunday's 2-0 loss to AC Milan.
Analysis: Vojvoda was under pressure in the back, leading to a new season high in clearances, but he wasn't spotless. He didn't send in any crosses for the first time in the season. Instead, he has created at least one chance in four consecutive fixtures, totaling 10 and adding three shots (one on target), five corners and four interceptions in that stretch. Furthermore, this was his third straight performance with one or more tackles, for a total of four (all won), and clearances (nine total).
Sends in heap of crosses in Lecce game
Vojvoda had 12 crosses (three accurate), four key passes and two interceptions and won one tackle in Sunday's 3-0 defeat versus Lecce.
Analysis: Vojvoda got busy on the wing, leading his team in deliveries and posting a new season high, but he wasn't particularly precise, and Udinese laid a collective egg in this one. He has sent in multiple crosses in every fixture, accumulating 33 (four accurate) and adding 11 tackles (six won), 10 clearances and three shots (zero on target) over that span. Furthermore, this was his third game in a row with multiple chances created (nine total).
Decent showing against Torino
Vojvoda registered four crosses (zero accurate), two clearances and two chances created and one tackle (one won) in Monday's 2-1 loss to Torino.
Analysis: Vojvoda was pretty good on both ends and put together a nice two-way display, even though he wasn't accurate in his deliveries. He has launched at least two in six games on the trot, piling up 21 (one accurate) and adding 10 key passes, 10 tackles (five won) and eight clearances over that span.
Plays full game
Vojvoda had one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Cagliari.
Analysis: Vojvoda recorded second-most crosses in the game, created three chances, covered over 10 kilometers and also made an interception. He has now started all five games this campaign and covered an average of over 10 kilometers per game.
Strong showing against Como
Vojvoda created two scoring chances and had two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and four tackles (zero won) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Como.
Analysis: Vojvoda had a remarkable all-around display in his debut with Udinese, as his teammates leaned heavily on him on offense. He could have had a bigger day, as he wasted one big chance from the middle of the box. He's set for a consistent role after having to fight for minutes during his time at Como.
Heads to Udinese
Vojvoda has joined Udinese on a permanent transfer from Como and agreed to a two-year contract with an option.
Analysis: Vojvoda scored and assisted twice in 30 appearances (19 starts) last season, adding 66 crosses (19 accurate), 23 clearances and 29 key passes while playing in multiple roles. He'll compete with Alessandro Zanoli, who's returning from an ACL tear, and Hassane Kamara on both flanks at Udinese, while previous starter Kingsley Ehizibue is out of contract at the moment.
Comes in late in Napoli tilt
Vojvoda (thigh) had three passes and no further stats in four minutes in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Napoli.
Analysis: Vojvoda shook off a muscular problem in a hurry, but didn't get a lot of minutes in his first game back. He'll compete with Ivan Smolcic, Assane Diao and Martin Baturina in multiple roles the rest of the way. He has recorded three chances created, 16 crosses (one accurate) and five tackles (zero won) in his last five outings (one start), interrupting his string of games with at least one in each stat due to his scarce playing time in this one.
Makes bench Saturday
Vojvoda (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Napoli.
Analysis: Vojvoda has returned to the squad after missing one fixture with no late setback emerging to disrupt his comeback, slotting back into the depth role he has occupied across multiple wing positions this season. The versatile player has come off the bench in three of the last six matches he was available for, and a return to that familiar standing is in line with his recent usage pattern within the squad. He has sent in at least one cross in seven straight outings, amassing 22 deliveries, seven chances created and six clearances over that span, giving the coaching staff a useful option to call upon from the bench.
Likely for Napoli contest
Vojvoda (thigh) "has reprised training regularly and is set to be an option for Saturday," coach Cesc Febregas communicated.
Analysis: Vojvoda will be back after missing one fixture, barring a late setback and will provide depth in multiple roles on the wings. He has come off the bench in three of the last six matches he was available for, while he was unused in the others. He has sent in at least one cross in seven straight outings, amassing 22 deliveries (four accurate), scoring once and adding seven chances created, six tackles (zero won) and six clearances over that span, with no clean sheets.
Sustains muscular injury
Vojvoda will be sidelined for two to three weeks due to a flexor strain in his thigh, Tuttomercatoweb reported.
Analysis: Vojvoda will have to miss at least a pair of fixtures after getting hurt in training. He has come off the bench in his last three appearances and has been an unused sub in three of the last six rounds. Ignace Van der Brempt, Ivan Smolcic, Assane Diao and Jesus Rodriguez could enjoy an uptick in minutes, as Vojvoda can play in multiple roles.
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