BONGOKUHLE HLONGWANE NEWS

Scores as right-back Hlongwane scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 win against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Minnesota United's influx of forward has resulted in the team opting to test some players at right-back. This includes Hlongwane, who did not let the position change continue his scoring excellence as of late. He has five goals across his last six appearances in MLS action.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Scores at St Louis Hlongwane scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 win over St. Louis City SC.

Impact Hlongwane scored the 1-1 equalizer in the 24th with his 10th goal in the season to help Minnesota earn the comeback road win. The forward is on fire, with seven of his 10 goals in their last 11 games. He started the season as a backup option, but is now a regular starter.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Hlongwane and Minnesota United visit Saint Louis City SC

Bongokuhle Hlongwane leads Minnesota United into a matchup with Saint Louis City SC fresh off of a two-goal showing against the San Jose Earthquakes

SEPTEMBER 13 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores brace in 2-1 victory Hlongwane scored two goals to go with six shots (four on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win over San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Hlongwane scored his eighth and ninth goal of the season as he also racked up six shots, his second-highest total of the season. This was his first brace of the season, and similar to last season, he scored his only brace away from home. This means five of his nine goals this season have come away from home. With two chances created, only one player created more in this game.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Bongokuhle Hlongwane, Minnesota United nip Quakes 2-1 Bongokuhle Hlongwane scored a brace and Robin Lod dished off his 12th assist of the season to help lead visiting Minnesota United to a 2-1 v...

SEPTEMBER 1 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Bongokuhle Hlongwane, Minnesota United nip Quakes 2-1 Bongokuhle Hlongwane scored a brace and Robin Lod dished off his 12th assist of the season to help lead visiting Minnesota United to a 2-1 v...

SEPTEMBER 1 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Bongokuhle Hlongwane, Minnesota United nip Quakes 2-1 Bongokuhle Hlongwane scored a brace and Robin Lod dished off his 12th assist of the season to help lead visiting Minnesota United to a 2-1 v...

SEPTEMBER 1 • SUNHERALD.COM

Bongokuhle Hlongwane scores 2 goals, Minnesota beats Earthquakes 2-1

Bongokuhle Hlongwane scored two goals, his first multi-goal game this season, to help Minnesota United beat the San Jose Earthquakes 2-1

SEPTEMBER 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nets one in win Hlongwane scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory over San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact After a quieter first half, Hlongwane brought the energy in the second, beginning with a flurry of attempts at the 61st minute, before burying his squad's second goal of the game with a header in the 75th minute. It marked his fourth goal in the last eight games, while he is up to a total of 21 shots and nine shots on target in that span.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss Hlongwane scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-1 loss to Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Hlongwane made the score sheet with a slight right-footed touch from inside the box in the 30th minute against Whitecaps. It was his third goal and seventh direct contribution in his last seven starts, strengthening his great run of form despite the team's lack of success in that period. That momentum should be enough for him to stay in the lineup as a right-sided attacking midfielder.

JULY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists against Portland Timbers Hlongwane scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and three chances created in Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus Portland Timbers.

Impact Hlongwane netted the opener in the 29th minute and then set up the second goal for Sang-Bin Jeong in the 38th minute. Hlongwane completed a dribble and also contributed defensively with three tackles, one blocked shot and one clearance. He has now contributed to six goals in the last six games.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist and goal Hlongwane logged one assist and one goal with seven shots and two chances created during Minnesota United's 5-3 loss Wednesday at Dallas.

Impact Hlongwane has been on fire as a playmaker, logging an assist during all but one of his four appearances across June. Perhaps more importantly, after going one whole month without any goals, he finally scored one Wednesday to get back in form as a scorer.

JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE

Poor control results in assist Hlongwane assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus FC Dallas.

Impact Hlongwane was fortunate to be credited with an assist in this game, as he attempted to control a loose ball in the edge of the box, and his inability to do so resulted in a perfect set-up for Hassani Dotson, who slotted the ball home from outside the box outside of Maarten Paes' reach. This was Hlongwane's second assist of the campaign, and he also has three goals, so he's been one of Minnesota's most reliable players in 2024.

JUNE 8 • ROTOWIRE

Assists opening goal in victory Hlongwane assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-1 victory over Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Hlongwane's perfectly weighted cross lead to the header that opened the scoring Saturday for Minnesota and catalyzed their 3-1 victory over Kansas City. After featuring for Minnesota in 2023 (30 appearances, 29 starts), Hlongwane has assumed more of a rotational role in 2024, having made 13 appearances (five starts) through Minnesota's first 15 matches. Over his most recent five appearances (three starts), Hlongwane has scored once, supplied an assist and created four chances.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Goal during start Hlongwane scored one goal with two shots (one on goal) during Minnesota United's 2-2 draw Wednesday against the Galaxy.

Impact Hlongwane was promoted to Minnesota United's starting XI on Wednesday, and he marked the occasion by logging his third goal across 2024. At the moment, the team does not have a definitive forward group, so his latest effort can bode well for future opportunities.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as substitute Hlongwane scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Hlongwane subbed on in the second half and scored in the 88th minute to seal the deal in Minnesota's home win. The forward scored for the second game in a row, both coming off the bench. He will now look for more playing time after the international break.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Hlongwane's stoppage-time goal rallies Minnesota over Orlando 3-2

Bongokuhle Hlongwane scored in the fifth minute of second-half stoppage time and Minnesota United rallied for a wild 3-2 victory over Orlando City

MARCH 10 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Strong beginning to 2024 Hlongwane scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Orlando City SC. In addition, he was given a yellow card i...

Impact After sitting out Minnesota United's first two games of 2024, Hlongwane began his newest season as a reserve Saturday and nailed the debut appearance with a game-winning goal. With that and having scored eight goals during 2023, he is likely to re-enter Minnesota's starting XI, at the expense of either Sang-Bin Jeong or Caden Clark.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Hlongwane (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Orlando.

Impact Hlongwane is back on the bench Saturday after being left on the sideline for the first two matches of the season. The striker wasn't deemed fit enough to start, so Caden Clark is getting a run at left wing to kick off Saturday's match.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Could return against Orlando Hlongwane (fitness) could return for Saturday's trip to Orlando, according to interim coach Cameron Knowles.

Impact Hlongwane has been building his fitness after missing large portions of pre-season and is nearing a return. With Emanuel Reynoso (knee) and Franco Fragapane (calf) in doubt for that match as well, Minnesota could be left with a makeshift front three.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Hlongwane (undisclosed) won't be an option for Saturday's clash with Columbus, according to Jerry Zgoda of The Star Tribune.

Impact Hlongwane is with the Loons, but is still building his fitness and won't be ready for his 2024 debut. The forward should be a starting option when fully fit, which could be as soon as a March 9 trip to Orlando. Hlongwane was replaced Jeong Sang-Bin, who should be competition throughout the season.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with team Hlongwane (not injury related) was training with the team ahead of Saturday's home opener against the Columbus Crew, per Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press.

Impact Hlongwane did not play last match for personal reasons, but is back with the team and will look to make his season debut Saturday. He will look to pick up where he left off last campaign. recording eight goals with three assists in 30 appearances, 29 of them coming as starts.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Strong second year Hlongwane scored eight times and added three assists in the 2023 MLS season.

Impact Hlongwane was very productive in his second season in MLS, putting together 11 goal contributions and playing in 30 matches. He also made a career-high 29 starts, all-in-all a strong season to build on for Hlongwane, who should be back in the starting XI for 2024.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up pair of goals Hlongwane assisted twice to go with five shots (four on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and five chances created in Sunday's 5-2 win versus Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Hlongwane assisted Hassani Dotson in the 33rd minute for the opener and also assisted Teemu Pukki in the 67th minute. He completed two dribbles and made an interception but missed a big chance in the 64th minute. He has eight goals and three assists this season in 29 appearances but out two goals and two assists have come in the last five games.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace in defeat Hlongwane scored two goals to go with three shots (three on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Thursday's 4-3 defeat to Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Hlongwane scored in the 41st minute assisted by Hassani Dotson and in the 45+5th minute assisted by Teemu Pukki. He also made two tackles. He has eight goals and one assist this season in 25 appearances and has taken a total of 75 shots. He was replaced in the 77th minute by Sangbin Jeong.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE