CORY BURKE NEWS

One shot off bench Burke had one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 4-0 defeat to Charlotte FC.

Impact After picking up a hamstring injury last match, Burke returned with an appearance off the bench for Philadelphia. The 30-year-old typically only comes off the bench but has been a super sub this season with seven goals on the campaign.

OCTOBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from injury report Burke (hamstring) is absent from the Philadelphia injury report ahead of Saturday's trip to Charlotte.

Impact Burke is is absent from the injury report after picking up a hamstring injury during a draw with Atlanta. The forward has made just eight starts in 2022 but he has 31 appearances on the way to seven goals and four assists in what has been a wildly successful campaign even off the bench. Burke should be a full go for Saturday's trip to Charlotte.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hamstring injury Burke picked up a hamstring issue late in last weekend's 0-0 draw against Atlanta United, Philadelphia manager Jim Curtin said in a press conference Thursday.

Impact Burke has some time to recover before the Union's next MLS match against Charlotte on Oct. 1. Even when fit, he's the backup option to Julian Carranza and Julian Carranza in Philly's front-two.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Union ride Gazdag's hat trick to 6-0 romp over Rapids

Dániel Gazdag netted a hat trick and the Philadelphia Union romped to a 6-0 victory over the Colorado Rapids, setting an MLS record of dominance in the process

AUGUST 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores goal off bench Burke (ribs) subbed into Saturday's match against D.C. United in the 65th minute, and he scored a goal and created a chance in the 6-0 victory.

Impact Burke returned off the bench Saturday after recovering from a kncok on his ribs from mid-week, and he scored his second goal in his last two games in what was another blowout win over D.C. He will mostly be an impact substitute behind Julian Carranza and Mikael Uhre up front for the Union.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Carranza's hat trick helps Union to 6-0 win over DC United

Julian Carranza’s hat trick and Andre Blake’s two saves lifted the Philadelphia Union to a win over D

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Fully training with team Burke (ribs) is expected to be available for selection in Saturday's clash against D.C. United after participating in full training with Philadelphia on Friday, Matthew De George o...

Impact Burke suffered a rib injury and had to come out of Wednesday's defeat against FC Dallas at halftime, but he seems to have recovered and should be back in the squad on Saturday. Even if he's fit he will likely return to the bench as he's started just seven times in MLS this season, with Julian Carranza and Mikael Uhre the preferred options up front.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Dallas Burke was subbed out just before halftime of Wednesday's match against FC Dallas after suffering an injury.

Impact Burke was making his first start in over a month on Wednesday, and his sixth overall of the season in MLS, but his day was cut short due to injury. Mikael Uhre came on in his place in the front-two.

AUGUST 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gazdag sparks Union to 4-1 romp over Fire

Dániel Gazdag gave Philadelphia an early lead and the Union cruised to a 4-1 victory over the Chicago Fire

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores as substitute Burke scored a goal on one shot, and the Philadelphia Union defeated the Chicago Fire 4-1 on Saturday.

Impact Burke entered the game for Mikael Uhre in the 72nd minute as Philadelphia attempted to nurse a 3-1 lead. 10 minutes later, he ended up on the receiving end of a Olivier Mbaizo assist and found the back of the net to add another goal to the Union cushion. Burke is not a regular starter but perhaps his relief performance Saturday will earn him additional opportunities.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in loss Burke provided one assist from one chance created during Saturday's 3-1 loss to FC Cincinnati.

Impact Burke helped Paxten Aaronson to a late goal which prevented the scoreline from looking more lopsided. With just six starts made in 23 appearances this season, Burke is quite productive with four goals and two assists despite not playing as much as he could.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Burke (head) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Houston.

Impact Burke is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Houston. The forward has made 21 appearances in 2022 and is a major part of the starting XI when fully fit and available.

JULY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from injury report Burke (head) is absent from the injury report for Saturday's match against Houston.

Impact Burke came off with a head injury during the second half of Saturday's clash with Orlando but trained fully and is off the injury report. The forward was in full team training with the Union on Thursday and should be available for Saturday's clash with Houston. Burke has made 21 appearances so far in 2022, though only six starts, with four goals and one assist.

JULY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off with head injury Burke was forced off in the second half of Saturday's match with Orlando due to a head injury.

Impact Burke lasted until the 83rd minute before being replaced with a possible concussion. The forward will hope to recover in time for next week's match with Houston.

JULY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Finds net against Miami Burke scored one goal from five shots (two on goal) and created one chance during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Inter Miami.

Impact Burke was handed the start so Julian Carranza could take a small break and made good with his second goal over his last five appearances. While Carranza is likely to start with regularity since he's already scored seven times this season, Burke appears to be a reliable backup option. Up next is a visit from New England, which have conceded the fifth-most goals in MLS.

JULY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gazdag, Burke spark Philadelphia past Inter Miami 2-1

Dániel Gazdag scored on a first-half penalty kick, Cory Burke added a second-half goal and the Philadelphia Union held off Inter Miami CF 2-1

JULY 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Provides assist in win Burke provided one assist in 29 minutes off the bench during Friday's 7-0 win over D.C. United.

Impact Burke has one goal and one assist in his last four appearances but has started just three times in the last three months. With both Mikael Uhre and Julian Carranza scoring multiple times Friday night, Burke isn't likely to take on a big role any time soon.

JULY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Defection results in winning goal Burke had two shots on target (scoring from one of them) in the Philadelphia Union's 2-1 victory over New York City FC on Sunday.

Impact Burke came on as a substitute in the 66th. His goal, the match winner, was fortuitous. Jose Martinez struck a volley from outside the penalty area that was going wide and the ball deflected off Burke at pace leaving NYC goalkeeper, Sean Johnson, with little chance to stop it.From 15 appearances (three starts) the Jamaican striker has scored three goals.

JUNE 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Burke gives first-place Union 2-1 victory over NYCFC

Cory Burke’s goal lifted the Philadelphia Union to a 2-1 victory over New York City FC

JUNE 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Picks up yellow card as sub Burke played 33 minutes and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 1-1 draw at New England.

Impact Burke subbed on in the 57th minute and received his third yellow card of the season six minutes later. The forward could not do much after that and did not log any relevant stats. He will now look for more playing time when they host Cincinnati on Jun 18.

MAY 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Three on-goal shots during start Burke logged three on-goal shots across 90 minutes during a draw Wednesday versus Inter Miami CF.

Impact Burke logged more on-goal shots than any of his Union teammates recorded Wednesday. However, Sergio Santos' availability will prevent him from starting regularly.

MAY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

CF Montreal aims to extend win streak in matchup with the Philadelphia Union

CF Montreal will attempt to extend a three-game win streak with a victory against the Philadelphia Union

APRIL 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Philadelphia blanks San Jose 2-0 behind Blake's four saves

Cory Burke and Daniel Gazdag scored goals, Andre Blake saved all four shots he faced and the Philadelphia Union blanked the San Jose Earthquakes 2-0 in MLS play

MARCH 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores once prior to injury Burke had one goal on one shot, two crosses, one tackle and four fouls in the 2-0 victory over the San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday.

Impact After missing the last match against Montreal, Burke came out hungry against San Jose. In the 23rd minute, Sergio Santos made a brilliant pass to give The forward the first goal of the match. Unfortunately, Burke was subbed off in the 68th minute with an apparent injury. At this time, details are not being disclosed as to how serious it is or how long he will take to recover. If he does make an appearance in the next match against New York City, he may be a reasonable threat to score again.

MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lod goal helps Minnesota open MSL with draw at Philadelphia

Robin Lod scored the first goal of the Major League Soccer season in the 23rd minute of the season opener and that was enough to give Minnesota United a 1-1 tie with the Philadelph...

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS