GRAHAM ZUSI NEWS

Sporting Kansas City hosts the New England Revolution in non-conference play

Sporting Kansas City and the New England Revolution hit the pitch in non-conference action

JUNE 11, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returns to training Zusi (quadriceps) was back in training with Sporting KC this week, according to club reporter Aly Trost.

Impact Zusi has missed more than a month with a quad strain he suffered at the beginning of May, but he has rejoined the squad in training and could be available for selection in Sunday's clash against New England.

JUNE 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Vancouver Whitecaps try to end road losing streak in matchup with Sporting Kansas City

The Vancouver Whitecaps visit Sporting Kansas City looking to break a six-game road losing streak

MAY 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Salloi and Sporting Kansas City visit the San Jose Earthquakes

Daniel Salloi leads Sporting Kansas City into a matchup with the San Jose Earthquakes after scoring two goals against the Colorado Rapids

MAY 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains out Wednesday Zusi (quadriceps) is not on the squad for Wednesday's game against Colorado.

Impact The veteran right-back has yet to recover from his injury, and it's clear Sporting KC are using a conservative approach to try to recover him for good. Ben Sweat should remain at right-back as long as Zusi is out.

MAY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado Rapids look to end road losing streak against Sporting Kansas City

The Colorado Rapids travel to Sporting Kansas City trying to stop a three-game road slide

MAY 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out with quad strain Zusi (quadriceps) is listed as out for Saturday's clash against NYCFC.

Impact Sporting KC manager Peter Vermes said Tuesday that Zusi is "going to be out a little while" with a quad strain he suffered against Dallas last weekend, with the club opting to take a conservative approach rather than rushing the 35-year-old back. Ben Sweat or Cameron Duke will likely fill in for him at right back until he can return.

MAY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Dallas Zusi was subbed out of Saturday's draw against FC Dallas in the 23rd minute after suffering an apparent quad injury. He won one of one tackles in the match before being taken off.

Impact Zusi has started all 10 of Kansas City's MLS games this season, and he will hope this injury is just a knock and nothing serious. Cameron Duke replaced him on Saturday and could fill in at right back next weekend against NYCFC if necessary.

MAY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot against Columbus Zusi took a shot on target and created a chance in Saturday's 0-0 draw against the Crew. He also made a block, a clearance, an interception and won three of four tackles in the mat...

Impact Zusi continues to be a force for Kansas City on both sides of the ball and he kept his third clean sheet of the season on Saturday. He will be ready for next weekend's clash against FC Dallas, which have scored 12 goals in eight MLS matches.

APRIL 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in loss Zusi took a shot and created three chances in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Nashville SC. He also made a block, two clearances, two interceptions and won one of one tackles in the...

Impact Zusi played well on both sides of the ball on Saturday, but his side have now lost five of seven games to begin 2022 after this loss to Nashville. It won't get any easier next weekend against LAFC, which are sitting at the top of the Western Conference and have scored an MLS-high 14 goals in six matches this season.

APRIL 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Launches in six crosses Zusi had one shot (not on goal), six crosses, one interception, one foul and sustained four fouls in the 3-1 loss to the Chicago Fire on Saturday.

Impact Zusi tried his best to find another goal, but Chicago were too effective offensively. The defender is always good for multiple crosses, but his defense has suffered recently. Hopefully he can come with more aggression in the next match against Real Salt Lake.

MARCH 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in loss Zusi took a shot on target and won one of one tackles in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against the Rapids. He also made two clearances and three interceptions in the match.

Impact Zusi was solid on both sides of the ball Saturday, but he couldn't inspire his team to a result over Colorado. Next weekend he will face Chicago.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Good defensively during start Zusi won two tackles and logged two interceptions across 90 minutes during a 1-0 win Saturday versus Houston.

Impact Zusi logged more won tackles and interceptions than any of his teammates recorded Saturday. Like during 2021, he will be crucial to Sporting Kansas City's defense-based success this year. Zusi is one of two full backs the KC team plans using consistently.

MARCH 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses Sunday Zusi sent in four crosses (two accurate) during Sunday's 3-1 loss to Atlanta.

Impact Zusi was the main offensive threat on the wing Sunday, piling forward and peppering the box with crosses. Unfortunately he only managed to send in some low-danger crosses and failed to create a chance. The defender is a solid play and should be considered once again next time out, against Houston.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Graham Zusi, Sporting KC's all-time appearance leader, coming back in 2022 ' MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Re-signed. Sporting Kansas City announced Thursday that the club has re-signed seven-time MLS All-Star and club all...

JANUARY 13, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Re-signs with Kansas City Zusi has signed a one-year contract with Sporting KC with the option to extend for an additional year, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Zusi remains just as important as ever to Kansas City, as he made 26 MLS starts at right back last season and scored a wonderful goal in the playoffs. He's 35 years old now, but he will still likely have a major role in the team in 2022.

JANUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Contract negotiations ongoing Zusi's contract has run out with Sporting KC, and he will become a free agent on Jan. 1 if no new deal is agreed upon.

Impact Zusi ended the season with six clean sheets, a goal and five assists in 28 MLS appearances (26 starts) even as he turned 35 years old in August. Kansas City is still in discussions with the right back for a potential new contract, but if nothing materializes then Zusi will enter free agency at the end of the year.

DECEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Q&A: Sporting KC's Graham Zusi on his favorite RSL rivalry moment, seeing contemporaries retire and MLS change As SKC prepares to face RSL, Zusi is one of very few active players that took part in the sides' last postseason meeting: MLS Cup 2013

NOVEMBER 28, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Scores goal against Vancouver Zusi scored a goal and recorded an assist in Saturday's 3-1 Round One victory against the Whitecaps. He also made a clearance, three interceptions and won two of three tackles in t...

Impact Zusi set up Khiry Shelton's opener on Saturday before clinching the result with a rocket from outside of the box, his fourth goal of the season. The 35-year-old is proving he is still vital to this Kansas City side and he will look forward to a Western Conference semifinal against either No. 2 Seattle or No. 7 Real Salt Lake.

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Isimat-Mirin, Zusi help Sporting KC beat Whitecaps 3-1

Nicolas Isimat-Mirin scored his first MLS goal, Graham Zusi added a goal and an assist and Sporting Kansas City beat the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1 in the opening round of the MLS Cup...

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Postgame: SKC legend Graham Zusi breaks down Round 1 win  ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Whitecaps ousted from playoffs with loss to SKC KANSAS CITY, Kan. - The Vancouver Whitecaps saw their wild season end with a 3-1 loss to Sporting Kansas City in the first round of the Majo...

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • WINNIPEGFREEPRESS.COM

Questionable against Salt Lake Zusi is listed as questionable with a lower body injury for Sunday's clash against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Zusi has picked up a knock and will be a game time decision on Sunday.

NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

How good has Zusi been for Sporting KC this season? Let's take a look at the numbers Sporting Kansas City veteran Graham Zusi suffered a career-threatening injury in 2020, but he has returned as one of the best wingbacks in M...

NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • KANSASCITY.COM