MAY 19, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM
D.C. UNITED 10-10-14 · 10TH IN EASTERN CONFERENCE
10-10-14 · 10TH IN EASTERN CONFERENCE
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Moses Nyeman - Plays first half in loss Nyeman logged 45 minutes during Monday's 1-0 loss to Orlando City.
Impact Nyeman has started four straight matches, of which the last three have come as an attacking-midfielder. However, his positioning isn't as indicative as his production, as he's recorded 14 tackles and created four chances in a defensive-minded role. If he's able to add more offensive numbers, Nyeman's value should rise from its currently average spot.
MAY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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MAY 18, 2021 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM
Paul Arriola - Takes four shots against Orlando Arriola took four shots and made two interceptions in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Orlando City. He also won two of two tackles in the match.
Impact Arriola started his first game since 2019 on Sunday, hopefully ending a nightmare 15 months since tearing his ACL in February of 2020, moving to the English Championship with Swansea earlier this season and then cutting that loan short after suffering a quad injury. If his performance Sunday is any indication, then he may be a little rusty but he's still a top attacking threat in MLS when fully fit.
MAY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Julian Gressel - Creates two chances against Orlando Gressel created two chances and made an interception in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Orlando City. He also won one of one tackles in the match.
Impact Gressel subbed into Sunday's game at halftime and became a creative outlet for his side, though he couldn't inspire them to a goal. He should return to the starting XI next weekend against Philadelphia, which are sixth in the Eastern Conference but in good form at the moment.
MAY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Edison Flores - Takes two shots in loss Flores took two shots (one on target) and created a chance in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Orlando City. He also won two of two tackles in the match.
Impact Flores was solid on both sides of the ball on Sunday, but he couldn't get enough going in attack to seriously trouble Orlando. Next weekend he will face Philadelphia, which have conceded five goals in six matches this season.
MAY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jon Kempin - Concedes goal against Orlando Kempin made zero saves and conceded a goal in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Orlando City.
Impact Kempin was beaten by an early Mauricio Pereyra strike on Sunday and his side never recovered. It won't get much easier next weekend against a Philadelphia team returning to form, having taken seven points from a possible nine since advancing to the Concacaf Champions League semifinals.
MAY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Orlando City slows things down, frustrates D.C. United and its coach “If there is one way to lose, this is the way,” United Coach Hernán Losada said.
MAY 17, 2021 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM
HIGHLIGHTS: D.C. United vs. Orlando City SC | May 16, 2021 | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.
MAY 17, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM
D.C. United vs. Orlando City SC
MAY 17, 2021 • YOUTUBE
Pereyra scores in 7th, Orlando City beats DC United 1-0
Mauricio Pereyra scored in the seventh minute to help Orlando City beat DMAY 17, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Griffin Yow - On bench to face Orlando Yow (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Orlando, according to Steven Goff of The Washington Post.
Impact Yow was expected back for this game due to a "minor ailment" and he makes the bench here, but he's not likely to move back to the XI any time soon.
MAY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Russell Canouse - Makes bench Saturday Canouse (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Orlando, according to Steven Goff of The Washington Post.
Impact Canouse missed three straight games but makes the bench in this one. He should return to the lineup sooner than later, as he's been a regular presence in the XI when healthy over the last two seasons.
MAY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Joseph Mora - Starts against Orlando City Mora (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Orlando, according to Steven Goff of The Washington Post.
Impact Mora moves back to the lineup and will start on the left side of midfield. This move sends Andy Najar to the bench.
MAY 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Andy Najar - Getting consistent minutes Najar has started the last two matches, compiling three tackles, four interceptions and six fouls drawn.
Impact Najar was a late signing and has quietly found a spot in the starting XI the last two matches, playing as a center-back and outside midfielder. He doesn't have a ton of fantasy value, but his numbers will obviously be boosted if playing in an outside role.
MAY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jon Kempin - Records first clean sheet in win Kempin made three saves and recorded one clean sheet in the 1-0 win against Chicago on Thursday.
Impact Kempin was solid in net and outlasted Bobby Shuttleworth in the ongoing keeper battle in the close match. This was his first start since joining from Columbus as well and he provided a much needed boost in net. Until normal starter Bill Hamid returns, Kempin could takeover as the number one in the meantime.
MAY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Edison Flores - Extends point streak in 1-0 win Flores scored once, produced five shots (two on target), sent six crosses (two accurate) and took three corners in the 1-0 win over Chicago on Thursday.
Impact Flores was picture perfect for a striker in the massive win. The forward played in a two striker formation. However, instead of him playing more central, he used the extra space to create and attack from the flank. Flores showcased his vision and positioning in the win Thursday and he was rewarded with his first goal of the season because of it. Flores has one of the best floor and ceiling combinations in the MLS. He is averaging, 3.0 shots, 0.6 created chances, 4.4 crosses, 2.4 corners and 1.0 tackles per 90 minutes in all competitions this season.
MAY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Adrien Perez - Claims first career assist Thursday Perez assisted once, took three shots (two on target), created three chances, sent two crosses (one accurate) and made two interceptions in the 1-0 win over Chicago on Thursday.
Impact Perez had his best offensive performance so far in his short career. The forward received just his second start for his new club and he shined along with it. Perez has shown two different styles of play over his past two appearances (both starts). In the loss to Columbus he showed that he can be gritty and play a more physical style and in the win against Chicago he showed how quick he can be and his excellent vision. Now, if he can put both of those performances together game in and game out it would be crazy not to play him.
MAY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Julian Gressel - Rips four shots from wing in win Gressel produced four shots (none on target), created one chance, sent four crosses (one accurate), took two corners, made one tackle (one won) and received one yellow card in the...
Impact Gressel was terrific on the wing as usual in the close win. The midfielder has been a huge boost to D.C. United since his arrival from Atlanta. Every time he slots in at wing, he proves time and time again just how dangerous he can be. Gressel also continues to take the majority share of set-pieces. Thanks to his dynamic versatile play, he is consistently a worthy consideration game in and game out.
MAY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
DC United takes on Orlando City SC in conference play
Orlando City SC visits DC United in Eastern Conference actionMAY 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kevin Paredes - Stays on bench in win Paredes (knee) stayed on the bench in Thursday's win against the Chicago Fire.
Impact Paredes made his first squad of the season Thursday, but he wasn't used in the win. Once back to fitness, he should be a regular option for D.C. after playing as an outside midfielder and left-back last season.
MAY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Brendan Hines-Ike - Returns in 1-0 win Hines-Ike (eye) held the clean sheet to go with three clearances and a yellow card in Thursday's 1-0 win against Chicago.
Impact Hines-Ike was back Thursday from a one-match absence because of an eye injury. While the clean sheet was nice, his overall numbers are still struggling, mainly because he's committing a ton of fouls as a center-back, taking away any kind of consistent floor.
MAY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Paul Arriola - Plays 15 minutes Thursday Arriola (quad) played 15 minutes off the bench in Thursday's win against Chicago.
Impact Arriola made his season debut Thursday, returning from a quad injury suffered at Swansea. He may not be ready to start on a short week, but his availability is undoubtedly a boost for the squad after being a regular in 2018 and 2019.
MAY 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Flores scores first MLS goal, D.C. United keeps Fire winless Edison Flores scored his first MLS goal in the seventh minute and D.C. United beat the Chicago Fire 1-0 on Thursday night.
MAY 14, 2021 • WASHINGTONTIMES.COM
