INDIANA VASSILEV NEWS

Provides asssit off bench Vassilev assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus New England Revolution.

Impact Vassilev was on the bench again for the match against New England Revolution on Saturday but made a solid impact after coming on, setting up Jovan Lukic's goal late in the game to secure the win for Philadelphia. The midfielder had two strong seasons with St. Louis City and was expected to be an immediate starter in the Union midfield. However, he has yet to start a match with his new club. His next opportunity to potentially start will come against Nashville on Sunday.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Baribo, Union off to historic starts after 2-0 win over still-scoreless Revolution

Tai Baribo scored his sixth goal of the season and Jovan Lukic scored his first career MLS goal to help the Philadelphia Union beat the New England Revolution 2-0

MARCH 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Union acquire midfielder Indiana Vassilev from St. Louis The Union Friday acquired Indiana Vassilev from St. Louis City SC, new coach Bradley Carnell bringing over one of his guys from a previous s...

FEBRUARY 21 • MCALL.COM

Union acquire M Indiana Vassilev from St. Louis City The Philadelphia Union acquired midfielder Indiana Vassilev from St.Louis City SC on Friday in exchange for up to $1.25 million in general a...

FEBRUARY 21 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Dealt to Philly Vassilev was traded to Philadelphia from St. Louis, the club announced.

Impact Vassilev makes the switch to Philadelphia, where he should be an immediate starter anywhere across the midfield. His two seasons in St. Louis were solid, with five goals and eight assists while contributing in a variety of roles. Vassilev can play in any attacking role and should complement Mikael Uhre and Tai Baribo well in a potent Philadelphia attack.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in friendly Vassilev (knee) got the start during Wednesday's friendly with RBNY.

Impact Vassilev returned to the starting XI in pre-season action during Wednesday's match. The midfielder was always expected to be fit to kick off the 2025 campaign, and it seems he's back from the knee injury that sidelined him to end 2024.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Named for Hollywood icon, Indiana Vassilev crusades for role on US national team

Five years after his Premier League debut for Aston Villa, 23-year-old Indiana Vassilev could make his first U.S. national team appearance in upcoming friendlies against Venezuela...

JANUARY 17 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

St. Louis City SC's Indiana Vassilev picked for US Soccer camp before January matches Vassilev was among 24 players invited to the U.S. camp before the national team's two January matches. Area natives Tim Ream and Patrick Sch...

JANUARY 6 • STLTODAY.COM

Former Aston Villa forward Vassilev on US roster ahead of friendlies against Venezuela, Costa Rica

Former Aston Villa forward Indiana Vassilev has been picked for a U.S. training camp ahead of friendlies against Venezuela and Costa Rica and is among 10 players who could make the...

JANUARY 6 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Returning to St. Louis Vassilev (knee) will be back with St. Louis after his contract option was picked up, the club announced.

Impact Vassilev is set to return to St. Louis, in an unsurprising move after his contract was picked up. The midfielder has been a huge part of the team whenever fit, making 29 appearances (23 starts) and scoring three times while adding four assists. If he can get fit he should be in for a massive role in 2025.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with knee Vassilev (knee) is questionable for Saturday's trip to Minnesota.

Impact Vassilev is questionable for Saturday's match as he struggles with a knee injury. It's a different issue than the concussion that put him in doubt before the international break. With nothing to play for on decision day it wouldn't be surprising if Vassilev was shut down.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Vassilev (concussion) is available as a substitute option in Saturday's meeting with Houston Dynamo.

Impact Vassilev should be ready to record his first minutes since landing on the concussion protocol in late September. The attacker, who has scored three goals and four assists in the current campaign, will challenge Cedric Teuchert and Marcel Hartel for playing time and Eduard Lowen for set pieces.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Saturday Vassilev (concussion) is expected to be available for Saturday's game against Houston, Tom Timmermann of The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

Impact Vassilev didn't play against LAFC on Wednesday and is set to return after a brief two-game absence. However, it's unclear if he'll start right away, something he'd been doing regularly in recent weeks, or if he'll play off the bench.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lands on concussion protocol Vassilev is on the concussion protocol after sustaining a hit in training and should be considered questionable for Saturday's game against Sporting KC, Tom Timmermann of The St. L...

Impact It's unclear if the attacking midfielder will be able to recover before Saturday's match, but his chances of playing are slim. His absence would represent a blow for St. Louis City, as he's been a regular starter throughout most of the 2024 campaign.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides two assists in win Vassilev assisted twice to go with three shots (zero on goal), nine crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Wednesday's 2-0 victory over San Jose Earthquakes. In addition, he wa...

Impact Vassilev was a key figure in the match as he registered a pair of assists in the first half which allowed his team to take the lead. Additionally, the midfielder matched his season high with four chances created.

JULY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on six crosses Vassilev assisted once to go with six crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 4-3 loss to Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Vassilev continued his solid role on set pieces and also added some end product with a nice assist during Saturday's goal fest. The midfielder has been consistent productive and he's now up to two goal contributions in the last two matches. Vassilev has shown the ability to play anywhere in the front four and he should continue to see major minutes.

JULY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Excellent effort Saturday Vassilev logged one goal, eight crosses (two accurate) and five corners during St. Louis City SC's 1-1 draw Saturday against Atlanta United.

Impact Vassilev has logged his third goal of 2024. By doing so, he has surpassed his 2023 goal tally and is only one away from establishing a career high in the category. While unable to record an assist Saturday, Vassilev also excelled from the flanks. Then marked only his second game this year during which the midfielder attempted more than seven crosses, and he also cemented a season high in corners with his five.

JUNE 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw against Miami Vassilev scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Inter Miami CF.

Impact Vassilev was busy on the right wing, succeeding in one of his four attempts in the 41st minute against his former team. The goal ended an eight-game scoreless streak for him, and he took multiple shots for the third time in his latest five league games. He has featured in different attacking zones, though losing set pieces to Eduard Lowen over the last few weeks.

JUNE 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in draw Vassilev had three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Houston Dynamo.

Impact Vassilev was kept pretty quiet against Houston, as he only contributed one chance created and there crosses in his 90 minutes of play Saturday. He has now started in nine of the club's 10 matches, registering one goal on 11 shots and one assist on 13 chances created.

MAY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four crosses Sunday Vassilev recorded one shot (one on goal), four crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Austin FC.

Impact Vassilev sent in four crosses but was held off the scoresheet during Sunday's win. The winger wasn't able to make the most of his chances from open play, though his creativity did help both from open play and set-pieces, as he built a solid floor. Vassilev came off after 62 minutes, which is a bit of a concern moving forward, as that limits his upside in most matches, especially with Aziel Jackson doing well when on the pitch.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in nine crosses Vassilev recorded one shot (zero on goal), nine crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw against FC Dallas.

Impact Vassilev ended his hot streak Saturday after not registering a goal contribution in his third straight match. However, he still had a solid performance after whipping in nine crosses, giving the attacker a new season-high.

APRIL 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores from two shots Vassilev scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Vassilev made it two matches in a row with a goal contribution as he opened his goalscoring account in this one. He is in good form heading into Saturday's match with FC Dallas after this clinical display.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in stalemate Vassilev assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw against D.C. United.

Impact Vassilev started in central midfield for the first time and responded by assisting a goal with his only chance created. After being a substitute in St. Louis' first game he has started the last four as he works his way back into being a prominent member of the squad.

MARCH 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ex- Girlfriend Of MLS' Indiana Vassilev Injured, Recovering After Hit-And-Run The ex-girlfriend of an MLS player is out of the hospital after an absolutely horrific incident that unfolded last month in St. Louis.

MARCH 12, 2024 • OUTKICK.COM

Seven crosses in playoff loss Vassilev recorded two shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Vassilev recorded a season-high seven crosses in Sunday's playoff loss, but it was not enough to avoid elimination from the playoffs. He also created three chances for the fourth time this season. He finished the campaign with two goals and four assists in 36 appearances (27 starts).

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE