BAKAYE DIBASSY NEWS

Plays well on defense Dibassy had four interceptions, three tackles and one foul in the 1-0 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday.

Impact Though a single goal made a difference in this match, the reason San Jose couldn't equalize was thanks to a strong defensive effort from Dibassy. The defender missed the last match, and has struggled to find his presence this season. Hopefully he has turned a corner and can continue to make a major contribution in the next match against the Seattle Sounders.

MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota United hosts the San Jose Earthquakes following shutout win

A game after shutting out the New York Red Bulls 1-0, Minnesota United hosts the San Jose Earthquakes

MARCH 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Plays well at both ends Dibassy had one shot (off target), two crosses, two blocks, two interceptions, one tackle, two fouls, created one chance and was fouled once in the 1-1 draw with Nashville on Satur...

Impact Dibassy's previous match against Philadelphia was not very spectacular, but against Nashville he played with intensity. The defender is always solid at his end of the pitch, but he has a strong offensive flair developing as well. It will be curious to see how he performs against the New York Red Bulls.

MARCH 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs two crosses Dibassy had two crosses, two interceptions, one tackle and two fouls in the 1-1 draw with Philadelphia Union.

Impact Pulling out all the stop to get ahead, Minnesota did all they could to try and score one more goal. Dibassy was not an aggressive crosser last season, but he may be turning over a new leaf this year. Maybe he will log a few more against Nashville.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four blocks in playoff loss Dibassy made four blocks and six clearances in last weekend's 3-1 Round One defeat against Portland. He also took two shots (one on target) in the match.

Impact Dibassy had a decent game against the Timbers but his team couldn't keep up and got bounced out of the playoffs. He finishes his second year in MLS with eight clean sheets and a goal in 27 games (all starts), forming a formidable, experienced central defensive partnership with Michael Boxall.

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against D.C. United Dibassy scored his first goal of the season on two shots (one on goal) in Wednesday's 3-1 loss against D.C. United.

Impact Dibassy tied the score at 1-1 in the 40th minute of the first half as he scored on a well-placed header after he connected with a Franco Fragapane free kick delivery. He also won all three tackles he attempted, made two interceptions, made two clearances and blocked a shot in the loss. Minnesota will loo to bounce back in Saturday's road match against Dallas.

OCTOBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Moreno, Kamara, Gressel score in D.C.'s win over Minnesota

Junior Moreno scored his first goal for D

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

GOAL: Bakaye Dibassy, Minnesota United FC - 40th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Suspended against Houston Dibassy will miss Saturday's match against the Dynamo with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Dibassy picked up his fifth yellow card of the season in last weekend's draw against Sporting KC, meaning he will be suspended for Saturday's game. Michael Boxall could replace him at center back against Houston.

AUGUST 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Logs own goal, redeems himself Dibassy scored one own goal during a 1-1 draw Tuesday at San Jose.

Impact Dibassy scored because of an erratic low cross from Cristian Espinoza. Fortunately for the former, he somewhat redeemed himself by baiting Nathan to a red card that helped set up Minnesota midfielder Wil Trapp's equalizer less than two minutes later.

AUGUST 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Trapp scores, helps Minnesota to 1-1 draw with San Jose

Wil Trapp scored in the first half and Minnesota United tied the San Jose Earthquakes 1-1

AUGUST 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

In lineup against Seattle Dibassy made the starting lineup for Sunday's match against Seattle.

Impact Dibassy had picked up a thigh injury that helps him out earlier in July, but that's no longer an issue heading into this game. It'll land him a starting spot alongside Brent Kallman against the talented Raul Ruidiaz and his Sounders teammates.

JULY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Wednesday game Dibassy wasn't in the squad for Wednesday's match against Colorado because of a thigh injury.

Impact Dibassy had started the prior five matches and his absence ended Minnesota's unbeaten run, as Brent Kallman and Jukka Raitala were forced to play center-back. The good news is that their next match is July 18, which means Dibassy has 10 days to recover from what is hopefully a minor injury.

JULY 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fit, ready for debut Dibassy (thigh) is fit and ready for his season debut Saturday against RSL, according to head coach Adrian Heath.

Impact Dibassy is fit, but it's unclear if he's ready to start, especially with the international break ahead. He closed last season as a regular on the back line, splitting time between center-back and left-back. It's most likely he'll take the spot of Brent Kallman at center-back when he returns to the XI.

MAY 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota United FC visits Real Salt Lake after 2 straight shutout wins

Minnesota United FC heads into a matchup with Real Salt Lake after putting together two straight shutout wins

MAY 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains out Dibassy (thigh) will miss Wednesday's match against Vancouver and doesn't have a timeline to return, according to head coach Adrian Heath.

Impact Dibassy has yet to appear this season and it's unknown when he'll be an option again. There haven't been many reports about a return to training, which means he could be another week or two away. Jukka Raitala is expected to hold onto his spot at center-back, though after poor results, that could change.

MAY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dajome leads Vancouver against Minnesota United FC following 2-goal outing

Vancouver faces Minnesota United FC after Cristian Dajome registered two goals against Montreal

MAY 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Colorado Rapids host Minnesota United FC in conference action

The Colorado Rapids take on Minnesota United FC in a conference matchup

MAY 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Austin FC visits Minnesota United FC after Dominguez's 2-goals game

Cecilio Dominguez leads Austin FC into a matchup with Minnesota United FC after a two-goal outing against Colorado

APRIL 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sounders score twice late, stun Minnesota United 3-2

Gustav Svensson scored off a corner kick in the final moments of second-half stoppage time, and the Seattle Sounders beat Minnesota United 3-2 to advance to the MLS Cup final

DECEMBER 8, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Minnesota advances to Western final, beating Sporting KC 3-0

Kevin Molino scored twice in the first half and Minnesota United advanced to the MLS Western Conference finals, beating Sporting Kansas City 3-0 on Thursday night

DECEMBER 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Minnesota 3, FC Dallas 0

NOVEMBER 9, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chicago 2, Minnesota 2

NOVEMBER 5, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS