DYLAN NEALIS NEWS

Starts Saturday Nealis (head) has been included in the initial lineup for Saturday's match versus Toronto.

Impact Nealis has retained the spot for the third game in a row after being questionable during the week. While he could have attacking upside from a wing-back position, the defender has yet to get involved in a goal this year and should be more reliable for tackles and clearances while he's on the field.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Forced off with head injury Nealis was forced off with a head injury during Saturday's clash with Orlando.

Impact Nealis picked up the injury in the second half after taking a shot from Joran Gerbet to the head, forcing him off. The defender will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the issue but shouldn't be sidelined since the injury appears minor.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in playoff win Nealis had an assist with his lone chance created while blocking two shots and making 12 clearances during Tuesday's 1-0 win over Columbus.

Impact Nealis set up Felipe Carballo in the 25th minute assisting the lone goal of the match while leading the Red Bulls in blocks and clearances. The assist was the first since July for Nealis as he's combined for four tackles and 17 clearances over his last three appearances.

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Saturday Nealis was sent off in the 66th minute of Saturday's 2-1 loss to Atlanta United.

Impact Nealis saw a quick day of play Saturday, with the defender seeing his marching orders in the 66th minute after only coming on as a substitute in the 46th minute. This will leave him suspended for their final regualr season match, missing out against Columbus on Oct. 19. He will be set for a return once the Red Bulls begin UCL play, although their opnnent and the date for their match is yet to be determined.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists opener Wednesday Nealis assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against CF Montreal.

Impact Nealis set up Wikelman Carmona's opening goal Wednesday, his second assist of the season. It was the only chance he created in the match. He also made four clearances, intercepted two passes and drew a season-high six fouls in his full 90 minutes of action.

JULY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up one of three goals Nealis had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing once inaccurately, creating three chances, making two interceptions and five tackles (winning four) during Saturday's...

Impact Nealis set up Cameron Harper in the 75th minute assisting the Red Bulls' third goal while leading the team in chances created, interceptions and tackles. The assist was the first goal involvement of the season for Nealis who has now started six consecutive matches.

JUNE 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Red Bulls sign D Dylan Nealis to new contract The New York Red Bulls locked up defender Dylan Nealis with a new contract on Thursday.The three-year deal announced by the team runs throug...

MAY 9, 2024 • THESTATE.COM

Red Bulls sign D Dylan Nealis to new contract The New York Red Bulls locked up defender Dylan Nealis with a new contract on Thursday.The three-year deal announced by the team runs throug...

MAY 9, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Signs contract extension Nealis has signed a new contract with the NY Red Bulls until the end of the 2027 MLS season, with an option for 2028, the club announced Thursday. "We are very excited to keep Dyla...

Impact Nealis registered 22 appearances (11 starts) for the Red Bulls in 2023, and he's been an even more reliable presence at the back in 2024, staring in all but two of his 10 appearances while featuring predominantly as a right-back. Nealis should continue to see steady minutes in New York's defensive line alongside his brother, Sean Nealis.

MAY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

New York Red Bulls sign defender Dylan Nealis to new contract | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension The New York Red Bulls have signed defender Dylan Nealis to a new contract through the 2024 MLS season, t...

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Red Bulls re-sign D Dylan Nealis for 2024 season Nov 4, 2023; Harrison, NJ, USA; New York Red Bulls defender Dylan Nealis (12) and FC Cincinnati forward Brandon V zquez (19) battle for the...

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Signs new deal Nealis has agreed to a new one-year contract with the Red Bulls, the team announced.

Impact Nealis will return for a third season with the Red Bulls, playing alongside his brother Sean Nealis again. In 22 matches in 2023, the defender started 11 times while logging in 37 tackles (22 won), 29 clearances and 19 interceptions. He will look to regain a better role for the 2024 campaign after just being a bench option for the team.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Saturday Nealis (groin) could be an option versus New York City FC on Saturday, per Mark Fishkin of The Seeing Red Podcast.

Impact Nealis was in the squad against Philadelphia on Sept. 3 but failed to get onto the pitch. Considering the defender hasn't logged any minutes for the club since June 3 versus Orlando, he will likely have to work his way back to full-match fitness before truly in contention for a spot in the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Red Bulls D Dylan Nealis out after core muscle surgery New York Red Bulls defender Dylan Nealis is sidelined indefinitely following core muscle surgery.

JULY 21, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Undergoes surgery Nealis (groin) underwent surgery but is hopeful to return in 2023, according to manager Troy Lesesne.

Impact Nealis underwent a groin surgery and is out indefinitely. Lesesne was confident Nealis would make some return in 2023, though it's a tentative situation at best. Nealis has now missed five matches in a row before officially being shut down long-term with the surgery.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains questionable Nealis (groin) is questionable for Saturday's clash with New England, according to the NYRB injury report.

Impact Nealis is back on the injury report and carries a questionable report for the fourth match in a row. The defender will hope to pass the late fitness tests and make his return, though it's possible he would be brought back to the bench. When fit Nealis has been a flexible option across the defense, with starts across the entirety of the backline.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Status unchanged Nealis (groin) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Columbus, according to the RBNY injury report.

Impact Nealis is listed as questionable for a third straight match due to an ongoing groin injury. The positive is he's always been a game-time call, meaning the injury likely isn't serious. Still it has cost Nealis two consecutive matches. Cameron Harper will likely continue at right-back if Nealis isn't good-to-go Saturday.

JUNE 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable once again Nealis (groin) remains uncertain for Saturday's clash against Atlanta United, according to New York's injury report.

Impact Nealis missed Wednesday's draw with Charlotte due to a groin injury and he's once again questionable heading into the weekend. Cameron Harper could continue to start at right-back if Nealis isn't fit enough to play against Atlanta.

JUNE 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with groin issue Nealis is listed as questionable in New York's availability report for Wednesday's clash against Charlotte due to a groin injury.

Impact Nealis has started 10 league games this season all along the back line, and he could be set to continue in the XI with John Tolkin leaving for the Gold Cup. However, his status is uncertain for the midweek Charlotte match with this groin injury.

JUNE 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in derby win Nealis created two chances and won four of eight tackles in Saturday's 1-0 victory against NYCFC. He also made three interceptions and a clearance in the match.

Impact Nealis has started three league games in a row for the Red Bulls, tallying three shots and four chances created during that span either from right-back or in a back-three.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Nealis (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match with Philadelphia.

Impact Nealis was added to the injury report earlier in the week but avoided any setbacks and was able to return at the first chance. Nealis could see consistent starts as Kyle Duncan was surprisingly shut down with a knee injury of his own.

MAY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Nealis (groin) is listed as questionable on the RBNY injury report for Saturday's clash with Philadelphia.

Impact Nealis was added to the injury report with a groin injury despite going the full 90 during a one-all draw with Chicago. The defender has made four starts (seven appearances), with starts at right-back and center-back. It's unclear how severe the injury might be, though with Kyle Duncan ruled out due to a knee injury of his own Nealis could be called upon even if not fully fit.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against Chicago Nealis took two shots and created two chances in Saturday's 1-1 draw against the Fire. He also made two clearances and won two of two tackles in the match.

Impact Nealis played well on both sides of the ball Saturday while filling in at right wing-back for the suspended Kyle Duncan. This was Nealis' fourth start of the MLS season and he is a very useful backup option all across the back line for the Red Bulls.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three clearances in draw Nealis made three clearances and an interception in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Charlotte FC.

Impact Nealis has started two games in a row for the Red Bulls ahead of Kyle Duncan at right-back. Nealis likely isn't the preferred option in the XI when everyone is fit, but he proved last season that he's a very capable and versatile player along the back line.

MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench in playoff loss Nealis subbed into the Round One playoff match against FC Cincinnati in the 51st minute and he made a clearance and won one of two tackles in the 2-1 defeat.

Impact Nealis kept five clean sheets and recorded two assists in 29 MLS appearances (20 starts) during his first season in New York, lining up mostly at right-back/right wing-back but also able to play on the left or in central defense. The 24-year-old will try to lock down a consistent starting spot for the Red Bulls in 2023 but his versatility should ensure that he continues getting opportunities somewhere in the XI.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE