Cristian Dájome scores 2 goals, DC United beats Nashville 2-1, snaps 11-game winless streak
Cristian Dájome scored two goals — his first multi-goal game in nearly three calendar years — to help DJULY 14 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
D.C. UNITED 10-10-14 · 10TH IN EASTERN CONFERENCE
10-10-14 · 10TH IN EASTERN CONFERENCE
Aaron Herrera - Starting Saturday Herrera (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for the weekend's game versus Nashville.
Impact Herrera made a quick recovery from the issue that forced him off the field in the 30th minute against Orlando. He has made a solid effort on the right flank throughout the campaign, but it looks like he's moving to a central role as part of a back three this time. In terms of defensive output, he's averaging 2.1 clearances, 2.1 tackles and 1.1 interceptions per contest this year.
JULY 13 • ROTOWIRE
Kristian George Fletcher - Unlikely to face Nashville Fletcher (ankle) is not expected to play Saturday against Nashville SC, manager Troy Lesesne told media during Thursday's pre-match press conference.
Impact Fletcher has been nursing an ankle injury for quite some time, and the fact that Lesesne provided a potential return at some point in the upcoming week suggests he's indeed not ready to feature yet. Fletcher has made 13 appearances (one start) for DC United this season, scoring once. If he can't go Saturday, then his next chance to return would come against Minnesota United next Wednesday.
JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE
Jackson Hopkins - Not expected to feature Saturday Hopkins (back) is not expected to play Saturday against Nashville SC, manager Troy Lesesne told media during Thursday's pre-match press conference.
Impact While Lesesne didn't rule Hopkins out, the fact that the timeline for a return hovers at some point next week suggests he's not ready to feature yet. The young attacker hasn't played for DC United since June 1.
JULY 11 • ROTOWIRE
D.C. United strikes deal with Israeli club for midfielder Boris Enow Barring last-minute complications, Boris Enow will sign a multiyear contract and become eligible when the MLS transfer window opens July 18.
JULY 9 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Tyler Miller - Concedes five in loss Miller had four saves and allowed five goals in Saturday's 5-0 loss against Orlando City SC.
Impact In what marked his fifth appearance of the season, Miller saw an incredible amount of action, making a season-high four saves, but also conceding a season-high five goals against. Up next for D.C. United is a meeting with Nashville SC on Saturday.
JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE
Aaron Herrera - Exits field in 30th minute Herrera was substituted off the field in the 30th minute of Saturday's 5-0 loss to Orlando due to an apparent injury.
Impact Herrera is possibly facing his third absence of the season in the club's next match, with the defender now dealing with an undisclosed issue after his early substitution. The defender has started in all but one match he has been fit for this campaign, so the club will hope this injury is minor. However, with his exact injury still unknown, it is tough to label a timetable for the defender, as he could return in a week or be out for more time, depending on the issue.
JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE
Lucas Bartlett - Sent off at halftime Bartlett picked up a red card and was sent off in the 47th minute of Saturday's 5-0 loss against Orlando City SC. He recorded no stats before his removal.
Impact Bartlett was shown a red card at halftime and will serve a one match suspension on Saturday. He's scored and assisted once while averaging about 3.3 clearances per game in 23 appearances, all of them coming as starts. Matti Peltola or Matai Akinmboni could see the start in the back line for the clash against Nashville on Saturday.
JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE
Lions celebrate night for Kaká by hammering D.C. United Five different goal scorers boosted Orlando City (7-9-6, 27 points).
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Theodore Ku-DiPietro - Assists against FC Cincinnati Ku-DiPietro assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and three chances created in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat versus FC Cincinnati.
Impact Ku-DiPietro set up the equalizer for Martin Rodriguez in the 24th minute. This was Ku-DiPietro's first assist of the season. Overall, he had a very balanced performance as he completed three dribbles, created three chances and also made a tackle, interception and clearance apiece.
JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Gabriel Pirani - Scores off the bench against FC Cincinnati Pirani scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 loss against FC Cincinnati.
Impact Pirani replaced Christopher McVey at halftime and scored in the 69th minute assisted by Martin Rodriguez. Pirani created a chance despite completing four passes. He also recorded a crucial last man tackle. This was his first goal since his goal against Orlando in April.
JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Martin Rodriguez - Scores and assists against FC Cincinnati Rodriguez scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-2 loss versus FC Cincinnati.
Impact Rodriguez netted the equalizer in the 24th minute assisted by Ted Ku-DiPietro and then set up a goal for Gabriel Pirani in the 69th minute. These were Rodriguez's first goal involvements of the season. He also contributed defensively with five interceptions and two tackles.
JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Tyler Miller - Concedes three against FC Cincinnati Miller recorded three saves and allowed three goals in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat against FC Cincinnati.
Impact Miller recorded three saves but made an error which led to a goal and ruined his tempo of the game. He has now recorded 10 saves in four games, but has also let in 10 goals. Next, he faces Orlando City SC.
JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Dominique Badji - Signs with DC United Badji has completed a transfer to DC United from Bandirmaspor, his new club announced Thursday. The striker signed a two-year deal through the end of the 2026 MLS season with an op...
Impact Badji makes a quick return to MLS, as he spent the last six months playing in Turkey's second division. The veteran striker scored one goal in eight matches across all competitions for Bandirmaspor before signing with D.C. United, and he should add depth upfront for the Black and Red.
JULY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Cristian Dajome - Set to return from suspension Dajome completed his one-game suspension and is eligible to return to face Orlando City on Saturday.
Impact Dajome lasted just 21 minutes in his previous league match, but he should return to the lineup against Orlando. The speedy winger has started in 17 of his 20 appearances in 2024, though he's netted just one goal, so his fantasy upside isn't particularly high.
JULY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Christian Benteke - Completes suspension Benteke completed his suspension and will be available to face Orlando City on Saturday.
Impact The star striker missed two matches, one for a red card and another for yellow-card accumulation, but he'll be eligible to lead the attacking line for Saturday. His return should boost DC United's attack a great deal, though. as he's bagged 14 goals across 18 starts in 2024.
JULY 4 • ROTOWIRE
David Schnegg - Completes DC United move Schnegg has completed a move to DC United on a deal until the end of the 2026 MLS season, the club announced Thursday. The contract also includes an option for 2027.
Impact Schnegg's deal will be made official pending receipt of his P-1 Visa and International Transfer Certificate (ITC), and he can't play until the transfer window opens in mid-July, but this move will certainly boost the team's depth on the defensive line. Schnegg's MLS debut with DCU could happen against FC Dallas in mid-August, although he should be eligible to play in the Leagues Cup.
JULY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Christopher McVey - Makes early comeback McVey (knee) is in the starting XI for the midweek match against Cincinnati.
Impact McVey returned sooner than expected despite suffering an apparently serious injury in recent weeks. His presence implies a boost to the team's back three alongside Lucas Bartlett and Matti Peltola. McVey was averaging 2.5 clearances per contest before his absence period.
JULY 3 • ROTOWIRE
Matai Akinmboni - Eligible to play Akinmboni has served his one match suspension and will be an option for Thursday's match against Portland.
Impact Akinmboni will look to be an option again for Dallas after serving a one match suspension for a red card. He's been only used as a depth option, while also missing some time with injury. The 17-year-old has started three times in six appearances for DC United, while also making 12 senior appearances with the side since 2022.
JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE
Shorthanded D.C. United guts out a point on the road at New York Red Bulls United’s winless skid extended to nine games with a 2-2 draw, but the result was respectable for a team facing a rash of injuries and two su...
JUNE 30 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM
Tyler Miller - Two saves in draw Miller allowed two goals while making two saves during Saturday's 2-2 draw with New York Red Bulls.
Impact Miller allowed a goal in each half including the game tying goal in the 78th minute of Saturday's draw. The keeper has started three straight matches allowing seven goals while combining for seven saves.
JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE
Jacob Murrell - First MLS assist Murrell had an assist while creating two chances during Saturday's 2-2 draw with New York Red Bulls.
Impact Murrell set up Jared Stroud in the sixth minute for the opening goal of the match while tying for the team-high with two chances created. The assist was the first of Murrell's MLS career and his first goal involvement in nearly two months.
JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE
Mateusz Klich - Leader in crosses, chances created Klich took two shots (one on goal), crossed three times (two accurate) and created two chances during Saturday's 2-2 draw with New York Red Bulls.
Impact Klich was held off the scoresheet, but led DC in both crosses and chances created during the draw. Klich has no goal involvements over his last four starts, but remains a consistent source of crosses and chances created due to his role on corner kicks.
JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE
Pedro Santos - Breaks lengthy goal drought Santos scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing once inaccurately and making five clearances during Saturday's 2-2 draw with New York Red Bulls.
Impact Santos found the back of the net in first half stoppage time scoring DC's second goal while leading the team with five clearances. The goal was the first since March for Santos as he's combined for two shots, seven crosses and a chance created over his last three appearances.
JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE
Cristian Dajome - Sent off early Dajome was shown a pair of yellow cards and sent off during the first half of Saturday's clash with RBNY.
Impact Dajome lasted just 21 minutes before being sent off during Saturday's match. The midfielder will be suspended for a Wednesday clash with Cincinnati before returning against Orlando City on July 6.
JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE
