JANUARY 18, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM
JACK ELLIOTT #3 - DEFENDER - PHILADELPHIA UNION
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Philadelphia Union sign defender Jack Elliott to long-term extension ' MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension The Philadelphia Union have signed center back Jack Elliott to a new contract through the 2024 MLS season...
Extends contract with Philadelphia Elliott has signed a three-year contract extension with the Union with the option to further extend for an additional year, the club announced Tuesday.
Impact Elliott has spent five years with the Union since they drafter him out of college in 2017, and he has just signed on with the club through 2024 at least. He kept 13 clean sheets in 35 MLS starts last season and will be ready to marshal Philadelphia's defense alongside Jakob Glesnes next season.
JANUARY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Misses playoff loss Elliott was not in Philadelphia's match day squad in last weekend's Eastern Conference Final defeat against NYCFC as he was in the league's health and safety protocols.
Impact Elliot missed only two MLS games this season, a defeat to New England in early September and last weekend's Eastern Conference Final. The 26-year-old kept 13 clean sheets and posted two goals and an assist in 35 games, and he has formed a strong central defense pair with Jakob Glesnes.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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Questionable against NYCFC Elliott is on MLS's health and safety protocols list and is questionable for Sunday's Eastern Conference Final against New York City.
Impact Defenders Elliott, Kai Wagner and Jakob Glesnes are all in health and safety protocols, along with eight other Union players ahead of Sunday's game. Philadelphia might be forced to dig deep into its roster if none are able to play.
DECEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Union without 11 players for MLS East final against NYCFC
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NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • YOUTUBE
Keeps clean sheet in win Elliott made two blocks, five clearances and an interception in Saturday's 1-0 Round One victory against the Red Bulls. He also won two of five tackles in the match.
Impact Elliott was immense in defense as it took an amazing 123rd-minute strike from his center back partner Jakob Glesnes to avoid penalty kicks in Saturday's playoff game against New York. He will either face No. 3 Nashville (which have scored 55 goals this season) or No. 6 Orlando City (50 goals) in the Eastern Conference semifinals next weekend.
NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Four interceptions against FC Cincinnati Elliott made four interceptions in a 2-0 win against FC Cincinnati on Sunday.
Impact Elliott had a decent game for the winning team. The 26-year-old made four interceptions. Other than that, Elliott also won a couple of aerial duels.
NOVEMBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Scores own goal Elliott scored an own goal in Wednesday's draw against Toronto FC.
Impact Elliott was unfortunate to bag a goal into his own net, and that ended being decisive for the outcome of the match. The defender has been a steady presence at the back for the Union, however, and he should remain in the starting lineup going forward.
OCTOBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Philadelphia Union rally to tie Toronto FC 2-2
Substitute Sergio Santos scored on a header in the 77th minute to give the Philadelphia Union a 2-2 tie with Toronto FC on Wednesday nightOCTOBER 28, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
OWN GOAL: Jack Elliott, Toronto FC - 70th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.
OCTOBER 28, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Keeps clean sheet against Nashville Elliott made eight clearances in order to help secure a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 win against Nashville.
Impact Elliott turned in a solid defensive display as he made eight clearances, two interceptions and won both tackles he attempted en route to a Philadelphia shutout. He has made 140 clearances and 48 interceptions through 30 starts this season as a mainstay in the club's defensive back line. Philadelphia will be on the road Wednesday against Toronto.
OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Three clearances against Minnesota Elliott made three clearances in a 3-2 defeat to Minnesota United on Wednesday.
Impact Elliott had an average outing for the visiting team. The 26-year-old made three clearances. Other than that, Elliott also made a solitary interception.
OCTOBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Takes shot in draw Elliott took a shot and won one of one tackles in Saturday's 2-2 dra against CF Montreal. He also made two blocks, five clearances and two interceptions in the match.
Impact Elliott defended well for much of Saturday's game, but he will be disappointed to have conceded Sunusi Ibrahim's late equalizer for Montreal. On Wednesday he will face Minnesota United, which have scored 32 goals in 29 matches this season.
OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Jack Elliott, Alejandro Bedoya help Union beat Crew 3-0 Jack Elliott scored in the first half and Alejandro Bedoya connected early in the second to help the Philadelphia Union beat the Columbus Cr...
OCTOBER 3, 2021 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
Union beat Crew 3-0, hurting defending champ's playoff bid
Jack Elliott scored in the first half and Alejandro Bedoya connected early in the second to help the Philadelphia Union beat the Columbus Crew 3-0 on SundayOCTOBER 3, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
One goal shy of double digits Elliott scored once, took one shot (one on target), made two tackles (one won) and intercepted twice during the 3-0 win over Columbus on Sunday.
Impact Elliott was average in terms of defense in the win Sunday. The center-back did what was asked of him and not much more. However, he did happen to take a set-piece and get the bounces needed to score his second goal of the season. If you are in need of clearances this guy is a great option. Otherwise, he gathers all other peripherals here and there.
OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
GOAL: Jack Elliott, Philadelphia Union - 25th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.
OCTOBER 3, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Four clearances in draw Elliott made an interception and had four clearances during Wednesday's 1-1 draw with NYRB.
Impact Elliott was a part of the Philadelphia back four that allowed just one goal during Wednesday's draw. The centerback finished with the third highest amount of interceptions on the team while his four clearances were the second highest amount on the team.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Takes two shots in win Elliott took two shots on target and created a chance in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Atlanta United. He also made three clearances in the match.
Impact Elliott helped keep a clean Saturday and he was dangerous in attack as well against Atlanta. He will hope to have a similar performance Wednesday against the Red Bulls, which have scored 31 goals in 25 matches this season.
SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Suspended against New England Elliott will miss Friday's clash against the Revolution with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.
Impact Elliott picked up a yellow card in Saturday's defeat to D.C. United, meaning he will be suspended for Friday's game. Stuart Findlay could fill in for him at center back.
AUGUST 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Assists against Montreal Elliott assisted one goal from his only chance created, took one off-target shot, made four tackles (three won) and four clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw to Montreal.
Impact Elliott had a good performance to help them find the late equalizer, assisting Quinn Sullivan in the 87th minute to secure one point. That was his first assist in the season, and the centerback also led his side in tackles and clearances. They will now visit DC United on Saturday.
AUGUST 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
