Here’s a new episode of Trivia Tuesday, the five Nerazzurri-themed questions to test our fans’ knowledge in partnership with GM-Termoidraulica, Atalanta Silver Partner. This issue’s protagonist is our shirt number 2, Rafael Toloi: how well do you know the Brazilian defender?
1) In which year did Rafael Toloi join Atalanta?
2015
The official announcement was on the 26th of August in 2015: Rafael Toloi was a new Atalanta player. The Brazilian defender came from San Paolo.
2) How many appearances has he made with the Nerazzurri?
155
Toloi has so far made 155 appearances with Atalanta, for a total of 12.896 minutes played.
His appearances are thus divided:
- 130 in the Serie A TIM
- 9 in the Coppa Italia
- 6 in the Champions League
- 10 in the Europa League
3) In which match did he score his first goal for the Nerazzurri?
Empoli-Atalanta 0-1 on 24/09/2015
Rafael Toloi scored just after two matches with the Nerazzurri and that goal was a winner. His goal on 86 at Empoli secured Atalanta three points.
4) How many Italian clubs has he played for?
2
Before Atalanta, Toloi played 5 matches with the Roma jersey in the 2013/2014 season.
5) How many assists has he provided with the Atalanta shirt?
14
It’s an amazing number for a central defender, who has shown his technical and setting skills since the first day. Toloi is currently the player who has provided the most assists during this Serie A TIM season, 5.
