Sporting Kansas City seeks to stop losing streak in matchup with the Houston Dynamo
Sporting Kansas City will try to break a five-game skid when it hosts the Houston DynamoOCTOBER 17 • Associated Press
FRANCO ESCOBAR #2 - DEFENDER - HOUSTON DYNAMO
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Out with illness Escobar is out for Saturday's match against Colorado due to an illness, according to the MLS injury report.
Impact Escobar will not make the call Saturday after an illness plagued him this week, with the defender not fit enough to compete. Luckily for the club, he hasn't started in their past five games, so this won't force a change, although he will look to reclaim the starting spot he once held soon after being fit again.
SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE
Saint Louis City SC hosts the Houston Dynamo in conference play
The Houston Dynamo visit Saint Louis City SC in Western Conference playAUGUST 29 • Associated Press
On bench against San Jose Escobar (lower body) is on the bench to face San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday.
Impact Escobar is back in the match squad, offering an alternative to both Felipe Andrade and Pablo Ortiz in the back line. Prior to his two-game absence, Escobar tallied two goals and two assists across 22 league appearances (18 starts) while averaging 2.2 tackles, 2.3 clearances and 1.5 interceptions per game.
AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE
San Jose Earthquakes take road losing streak into matchup with the Houston Dynamo
The San Jose Earthquakes visit the Houston Dynamo looking to break a three-game road losing streakAUGUST 22 • Associated Press
Questionable with injury Escobar is questionable for Sunday's match against Vancouver due to a lower-body injury, according to the MLS injury Report.
Impact Escobar is going to be a late call for Sunday's contest, with the defender now dealing with a lower-body injury. This is tough after he missed their last outing, as he is a usual sight in the defense. That said, if fit enough, he will hope to see the start, starting in six straight games before his injury.
AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE
Back for Houston Escobar has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the clash with Vancouver on Sunday.
Impact Escobar is back from suspension and injury as well after appearing once for Houston at the Leagues Cup. In MLS play, the defender has scored once in the last six games, recording 17 tackles, 15 clearances and 12 interceptions in that span.
AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE
Austin hosts the Houston Dynamo in Western Conference action
Austin faces the Houston Dynamo in conference playAUGUST 8 • Associated Press
Set for suspension Escobar is set to be suspended after accumulating five yellow cards in the MLS.
Impact Escobar will miss the match against LA Galaxy on Friday due to a suspension after picking up his fifth yellow card in league play. He has been a regular starter in defense and is expected to be replaced by either Felipe Andrade or Obafemi Awodesu for that game. That said, Escobar appeared to suffer an injury in the second half against Philly, so the suspension may not have much impact as he will aim to return as soon as possible if the extent of the injury is not too serious.
JULY 20 • ROTOWIRE
Subs off Saturday Escobar picked up an apparent injury during Saturday's 1-1 draw against Philadelphia Union.
Impact Escobar tallied three tackles and two clearances as part of a three-man defense during this game. However, he was replaced by Felipe Andrade after feeling discomfort in the second half. The Argentinian is in decent form, so losing him could be tough news for the squad. Depending on the formation, both Andrade and Obafemi Awodesu may have a chance to cover his spot in the starting lineup.
JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE
William Agada's goal, Rafael Cabral's 4 saves help RSL beat Dynamo 1-0
William Agada scored in the 42nd minute, Rafael Cabral had four saves and Real Salt Lake beat the Houston Dynamo 1-0 to extend its unbeaten streak to four gamesJULY 13 • Associated Press
Scores at San Diego Escobar scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-3 victory against San Diego FC.
Impact Escobar scored in the first half to give Houston the 2-1 lead with his second goal in the season. The left-backa also helped on defense with the second-most clearances (five) for his side. That was his third start in a row and 15th overall in 19 appearances.
JULY 8 • ROTOWIRE
Ponce has two late goals to deliver the Dynamos a 4-3 win over leading San Diego FC
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Ezequiel Ponce, Jonathan Bond lead Dynamo past St. Louis City 1-0
Ezequiel Ponce scored in the second half and Jonathan Bond made it stand up as the Houston Dynamo snapped a three-match skid with a 1-0 victory over St. Louis CityJUNE 29 • Associated Press
Assists off the bench Escobar notched an assist in Houston's 3-3 draw against San Jose on Saturday.
Impact The defender made the key pass on Houston's equalizing goal, helping the side get at least one point from the match. Escobar likely comes off the bench again Wednesday against NYCFC.
MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE
Rookie defenders lead Jonathan Bond and Dynamo to 2-0 victory over Minnesota United
Rookie defenders Pablo Ortiz and Felipe Andrade scored goals in the first starts of their careers, and Jonathan Bond posted his second clean sheet in five starts to help the Housto...MAY 15 • Associated Press
Clears suspension Escobar is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.
Impact Escobar has cleared his suspension for yellow card accumulation after being sent off against LAFC, with the defender set to return in their next contest. He should return directly to the starting XI in the backline for Saturday's game against Dallas since he has started all of his appearances this season except the season opener.
MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE
Houston Dynamo take on Minnesota United in Western Conference action
The Houston Dynamo host Minnesota United in Western Conference playMAY 13 • Associated Press
Serves suspension Escobar has served a one match and will be an option for Wednesday's clash with Minnesota.
Impact Escobar will likely retain his start in the starting XI after serving a suspension against Seattle. He's collected 21 clearances with 19 tackles and nine interceptions in the last six MLS appearances.
MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE
Sent off Escobar was sent off after acquiring two yellow cards in the 95th minute of Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Los Angeles Football Club. He had one cross (one accurate) and one chance c...
Impact Escobar was sent off after receiving a double yellow against LAFC. He started all but one match for Houston, scoring and assisting once while collecting 27 tackles (20 won), 32 clearances and 15 interceptions. Daniel Steres could get the call to start at left back for the clash vs Seattle in his absence.
MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Productive in win Escobar recorded one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 win over Austin FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 82nd minute.
Impact Escobar achieved a varied output as he added seven duels won to his lone shot and season-high five tackles in this game. It was his ninth consecutive start, and his defensive numbers increased to 28 clearances, 25 tackles, 15 interceptions and three clean sheets during that period. Despite playing in the back line, he has scored one goal and an assist over his last five matchups and could continue to make a difference all around the field if he remains active in upcoming clashes.
APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE
Contributes in defense and attack Escobar assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Colorado Rapids.
Impact Escobar was a key figure on both ends of the pitch for Houston against Colorado on Saturday. In 90 minutes played, the Argentinian international registered one assist, had six touches in the opposition's box, made four clearances, and won his only tackle. Escobar now has two goal contributions this season, both of which have come in Houston's last four matches.
APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE
Antony Alves Santos, Felipe Mora propel Timbers to 3-1 victory over Dynamo
Antony Alves Santos scored in each half, Felipe Mora added a goal and two assists, and the Portland Timbers defeated the Houston Dynamo 3-1 at Providence ParkMARCH 31 • Associated Press
Impactful on both ends of pitch Escobar scored Houston's lone goal in a 3-1 loss to Portland Timbers Sunday.
Impact The defender also logged four tackles and three clearances, showcasing his impact on both sides of the pitch. He will likely be heavily involved again defensively when Houston plays LAFC, a team which has netted eight goals in six games.
MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE
Energetic defensively in draw Escobar registered four tackles (three won), seven clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Seattle Sounders FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...
Impact Escobar led the Houston clean sheet effort Saturday with four tackles (three won) as they earned a share of the spoils in a 0-0 draw versus Seattle. The defender also registered one block and received a yellow card for the second successive appearance. Houston relies on Escobar's defensive prowess, though he has not offered creativity to their attacking play. Over five appearances (four starts), Escobar has made 11 clearances and six interceptions while attempting just one cross (zero accurate) and attempting zero shots.
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