DOMINIQUE BADJI NEWS

The 'full circle' soccer journey that brought Dominique Badji to D.C. United Dominique Badji’s story began in Senegal and brought him to Washington and Episcopal, where he was a star. Years later, he found a way back...

OCTOBER 2 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Nets in win Badji scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Toronto FC.

Impact Badji made his second appearance for D.C. and he found the back of the net with his first shot for the club. The striker will likely face a limited role, at least at first, though if he can keep scoring with those limited chances. Even if he doesn't take a large role in the starting XI, Badji should get plenty of chances during a busy schedule that has pushed D.C. into some frequent rotation.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Dominique Badji scores go-ahead goal in the 88th minute and lowly D.C. United cooled off Toronto 3-1

Dominique Badji scored a go-ahead goal in the 88th minute and Gabriel Pirani added another in injury time as lowly D

SEPTEMBER 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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

Returns to bench Badji (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Philadelphia.

Impact Badji came off in the final match of the first leg and is now on the bench. He started three matches to end the season but he hasn't been trusted for the starting XI in the second leg. Instead it is Aaron Boupendza is in the starting XI, as he was for most of the regular season

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in first half Badji was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against the New York Red Bulls with an injury.

Impact Badji left the match after 34 minutes, succumbing to an injury and being replaced by Aaron Boupendza. The severity of the injury should be revealed following the match.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Atlanta Badji scored a goal off three shots (two on target) during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Atlanta.

Impact Badji had his second start over the last three games and made most of the new opportunity by scoring his side's first goal with an easy slot-in in the 25th minute and being a threat during the rest of the contest. After struggling with performance issues last year and then missing time injured this year, the forward will hope this performance helps him to be deployed for extended minutes during the upcoming playoffs.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dominique Badji and Luciano Acosta each score to help Cincinnati tie Atlanta United 2-2

Dominique Badji and Luciano Acosta each scored in the first half to help Cincinnati tie Atlanta United 2-2

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Plays eight minutes Badji created a chance during Saturday's 3-2 win over Toronto.

Impact Badji has yet returned to the lineup since returning from injury on Sep 16 and is set to remain a bench role for the remaining of the regular season.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bench role since returning Badji generated two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-0 win against Charlotte FC.

Impact Since returning from injury on Sep 16, Badji has been appearing off the bench for the team. Prior to his injury, the forward had totaled eight starts in nine league appearances, totaling four goals and two assists in that span.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from injury report Badji (leg) is not on the Cincinnati injury report for Saturday's trip to Philadelphia.

Impact Badji has missed more than two months due to the leg injury but is now removed from the injury report. The striker could be ready to make his return in some capacity during Saturday's clash, though it's uncertain if he will be risked in the starting XI straight away.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to team training Badji (leg) is back in team training ahead of Sep 16 match against the Philadelphia Union, per Laurel Pfahler of the Queens City Press.

Impact Badji is back on the training grounds for full training with the team after missing the last seven matches with a leg injury. If all goes well, he will be ready to start against Philadelphia on Sep 16.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Working individually Badji (leg) was working individually in training Friday ahead of Saturday's match against Orlando City SC, per FC Cincinnati beat reporter Pat Brennan.

Impact It could be too soon for Badji to return Saturday as he continues to work individually following his knee injury. he has not stepped foot on the pitch since July 1 and could remain on the sidelines until after the international break.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Left out of squad Badji (leg) was not listed in the squad for Wednesday's match against Atlanta.

Impact Badji is still not healthy enough to return from his leg injury. Badji returned to training about two weeks ago but is still sidelined after being left out of the squad list. He may be available for their next match against Orlando.

AUGUST 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Atlanta match Badji (leg) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's match against Atlanta.

Impact Badji has been back training for about two weeks now but, is yet to be fully fit as he once again made the availability report for the match against Atlanta. The 30-year-old has a slim chance of making the squad for Wednesday's match and will likely be left out of the team sheet once again.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training individually Badji (leg) is in individual training Wednesday, Laurel Pfahler of Queen City Press reports.

Impact Badji remains in individual training as he makes his way back from a leg injury that cost him the entirety of the Leagues Cup. The forward will be at best a doubt for Sunday's trip to Columbus and would likely need to return to full action Thursday to have a chance of recovering in time.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted in training Monday Badji (leg) was spotted in training Monday and was seen running outdoors, Pat Brennan of USA Today Sports reports.

Impact Badji has already been ruled out for the remainder of the 2023 Leagues Cup, but the fact that he was able to get some exercises done outdoors bodes well for his recovery process. The veteran forward will aim to return when MLS resumes in late August.

JULY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Badji leads Cincinnati against Charlotte FC

Dominique Badji leads Cincinnati into a matchup with Charlotte FC following a two-goal showing against the New England Revolution

JULY 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Picks up leg injury Badji (leg) is listed as questionable for Saturday's trip to Charlotte, according to the Cincinnati injury report.

Impact Badji was brought off after netting a brace during Saturday's 2-2 draw with New England, and wasn't able to overcome the issue entirely. If fit the striker would be set to lead the line and look to continue his hot streak alongside Yuya Kubo in the attack.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace Badji scored two goals to go with an own goal and five shots (three on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against New England Revolution. He was subbed off due to injury in the 85th minu...

Impact Badji scored twice to move to four goals in 2023, including three goals in his last three matches. Badji had an awful run in 2022 but has bounced back in a big way in 2023, with seven goal contributions and four goals in just eight starts. Badji has found some strong form and is looking excellent leading the line alongside Yuya Kubo.

JULY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Badji rallies Cincinnati to 2-2 draw with Revolution

Dominique Badji scored twice for FC Cincinnati and once for New England as the Supporters’ Shield leaders played the Revolution to a 2-2 draw in a battle between the top two team i...

JULY 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back in training Badji (illness) returned to training with his Cincinnati teammates on Wednesday, the Queen City Press' Laurel Pfahler reports.

Impact Badji should not be affected by this illness by this weekend's match against the Revolution. He's started seven of the last eight league games in Cincinnati's front-two and has posted two goals and two assists in that span.

JUNE 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses training with illness Badji did not appear at Cincinnati's training session on Tuesday due to an illness, the Queen City Press' Laurel Pfahler reports.

Impact Badji has tallied two goals and two assists while starting seven of his side's last eight league games since mid-May, but his status for next weekend's clash against the Revolution could be uncertain if this illness lingers.

JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over Toronto Badji scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-0 victory versus Toronto FC.

Impact Badji scored his second goal of the season Wednesday, a strike in the 63rd minute assisted by Luciano Acosta to take the 3-0 lead. It was the only shot he took in the match to go with two chances created and one drawn foul in his 68 minutes of action.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Badji assisted once to go with three chances created in Wednesday's 3-1 victory against New York City FC.

Impact Badji found Luciano Acosta to assist the team's first goal Wednesday. He's been on a brilliant run of late, recording a goal and two assists in the last five matches. With Brenner (ankle) remaining out, the forward will continue to get starts as he continues his upstanding form.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE