ALEXANDER CALLENS NEWS

New York City FC looks to end losing streak in matchup with the Chicago Fire

New York City FC looks to break a three-game skid with a victory over the Chicago Fire

AUGUST 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Charlotte FC tries to end road losing streak in matchup with New York City FC

Charlotte FC visits New York City FC looking to break a three-game road losing streak

AUGUST 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Has MCL injury Callens has suffered an MCL injury and there is no timetable for his return, according to commentator Glenn Crooks via manager Nick Cushing.

Impact Callens suffered a knee injury during Saturday's loss to Columbus and could miss most if not all of the remaining season depending on the prognosis. As a result, look to Maxime Chanot to take his place in central defense.

AUGUST 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Columbus Callens subbed out of Saturday's defeat against the Crew in the 73rd minute after suffering an apparent knee injury. He made a block and three clearances in the match before being...

Impact The extent of Callens' injury is unclear as of yet, but it might rule him out of Wednesday's MLS All-Star Game. He has a week to recover before NYCFC's next match against Miami, but Maxime Chanot could replace him in central defense if necessary.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

New York City FC takes shutout streak into matchup against CF Montreal

New York City FC comes into a matchup with CF Montreal after securing three straight shutout wins

JULY 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

New York City FC brings shutout streak into matchup against Inter Miami

New York City FC heads into a matchup against Inter Miami after putting together two straight shutout wins

JULY 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back in starting XI Callens (lower body) is in the starting XI for Sunday's derby against the Red Bulls.

Impact Callens returns to the starting XI for Sunday's derby after missing the midweek match only a few days ago. He's a nice boost to the side in a big match. Callens doesn't have a clean sheet in his last five starts, though NYC FC secured one at Dallas midweek.

JULY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Status unchanged Callens (lower body) remains questionable in New York City's injury report for Sunday's clash against the Red Bulls.

Impact Callens missed Wednesday's win over Dallas with a lower body injury, but as that was a short week, it's possible his absence was more precautionary so that he could be available for selection in the New York derby on Sunday. Maxime Chanot and Alfredo Morales lined up in a back-three alongside Thiago Martins in his absence versus Dallas.

JULY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Zimmerman, Ferreira, Arriola, Yedlin Long head MLS All-Stars

U.S. national team regulars Paul Arriola, Jesús Ferreira, Aaron Long, Jordan Morris, DeAndre Yedlin and Walker Zimmerman were among 26 players picked for Major League Soccer’s All-...

JULY 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Facing fitness test for mid-week Callens (lower body) is listed as questionable in NYCFC's injury report for Wednesday's clash against FC Dallas.

Impact Callens has played every single minute of MLS action so far this season for New York City, but his status is uncertain for Wednesday as he has picked up a knock on his lower body. Maxime Chanot could replace him in central defense against Dallas if necessary.

JULY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Callens scored from his only shot on target in New York City's 1-0 victory over Minnesota United. He also made six clearances, one block, four interceptions and three tackles.

Impact The defender was one of the best players in the match. He made critical contributions to City's defense through vital interceptions during Minnesota's periods of attacking pressure, and he scored the match winning goal from a well-executed corner-kick-header. He has now scored twice in his last three games. From 13 appearances (all starts) he has scored three goals and delivered eight clean sheets. Callens will be looking to continue his scoring form in New York's next match against the Colorado Rapids. The Rapids have been in mixed form losing three of their last five games.

MAY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Callens, Johnson lead NYCFC to 1-0 win over Minnesota United

Alexander Callens scored in the 29th minute and Sean Johnson made it stand up to lead New York City FC to a 1-0 victory over Minnesota United

MAY 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores goal against D.C. Callens scored a goal and made four clearances in Wednesday's 2-0 victory against D.C. United.

Impact Callens opened the scoring with a header on Wednesday, and he kept a fourth consecutive MLS clean sheet as well. Both of his goals this season have come in the games' first 10 minutes, and he will be confident heading into Sunday's clash against bottom-of-the-Eastern Conference Chicago, which have scored just 11 times in 12 matches.

MAY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

GOAL: Alexander Callens, NYCFC - 5th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

MAY 19, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Opens the scoring early Callens scored a goal with his lone shot while making four clearances during Saturday's 4-1 win over Montreal.

Impact Callens found the back of the net in the seventh minute opening the scoring in the match. The goal was the first of the season for the defender while his four clearances were the second highest total on the team in the win.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Defending champion NYCFC beats CF Montreal 4-1 for 1st win

Santiago Rodriguez's goal proved to be the game-winner as New York City FC picked up a 4-1 win over CF Montreal on Saturday

MARCH 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

GOAL: Alexander Callens, NYCFC - 7th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

MARCH 12, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Makes seven clearances in playoff win Callens took a shot and made seven clearances in Saturday's 1-1 (4-2 after penalties) victory against Portland in the MLS Cup Final. He also made a block and two interceptions in t...

Impact Callens slotted home the winning penalty in the shootout on Saturday, giving NYCFC its first ever MLS Cup. He finished the season with two goals and seven clean sheets in 30 appearances (29 starts) this season for the champions.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

NYCFC spoil the party in Portland, prove their mettle as MLS Cup champions

While playing spoiler vs. the Timbers, NYCFC proved to be more than worthy MLS Cup champions, Doug McIntyre writes.

DECEMBER 12, 2021

2021 MLS Cup top plays: NYCFC defeats Timbers in shootout for first Cup title

The New York City FC defeated the Portland Timbers in the 2021 MLS Cup in penalty kicks. Check out the top plays from the match!

DECEMBER 11, 2021

OWN GOAL: Alexander Callens, Philadelphia Union - 63rd minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

DECEMBER 11, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores own goal against Philadelphia Callens took two shots (one on target) and won two of three tackles in Sunday's 2-1 victory against the Union in the Eastern Conference Final. Unfortunately for him, he also scored...

Impact Callens opened the scoring for the wrong team on Sunday, but his side was able to recover and defeat a depleted Philadelphia side to advance to the MLS Cup Final next weekend. He will be facing Portland, which have scored six goals in the playoffs so far.

DECEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

NYC reaches Eastern Conference final after penalty shootout

Sean Johnson saved Adam Buksa’s attempt during a penalty shootout and all five of Johnson’s teammates scored as New York City FC advanced to its first Eastern Conference final foll...

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores goal against Atlanta Callens scored a goal and made three clearances in Sunday's 2-0 Round One victory against Atlanta United. He also made an interception in the match.

Impact Callens sealed the result for his side on Sunday with a headed goal off a rebounded shot, sending his side to the Eastern Conference semifinals. He will be facing Supporters' Shield-winning New England, which scored an MLS-high 65 goals in the regular season.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Castellanos, Callens lift NYC FC past Atlanta United, 2-0

Golden Boot winner Valentín Castellanos and Alexander Callens scored less than four minutes apart early in the second half and New York City FC beat Atlanta United 2-0 on Sunday in...

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS