JADER OBRIAN NEWS

Strikes in draw Obrian scored from his only shot-on-target and placed an accurate cross in Saturday's 1-1 draw with Seattle Sounders FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 79th minute.

Impact Obrian scored from a beautifully taken strike on Saturday. He was subbed after 86. It has been a slow season for the Columbian striker, this was just his third goal from 22 appearances (16 starts) and his first since June. He has also contributed two assists.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in return Obrian took two shots and created two chances in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat against D.C. United. He also made an interception in the match.

Impact Obrian was back in the XI Tuesday for the first time in a few weeks after serving a yellow card suspension, and he was active from the right wing despite not getting on the scoresheet against D.C. He had started 10 consecutive league games prior to his suspension, and should continue in the XI for the time being until Paul Arriola (thigh) returns from injury.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Serves suspension Obrian is eligible to return for July 1st clash with LAFC after serving a one-match suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Prior to his suspension, Obrian had started in 10 straight matches, recording two goals and two assists on 12 shots (four on target) and 18 chances created.

JUNE 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Austin Obrian will miss next week's clash against Austin FC with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Obrian picked up his fifth booking of the season in Sunday's loss to the Timbers, meaning he'll be suspended for next week's Austin game. If Paul Arriola (thigh) is still injured by then, Bernard Kamungo could be in line to make his first MLS start on the wing for Dallas.

JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against St. Louis Obrian created two chances and assisted a goal in Wednesday's postponed 2-0 victory against St. Louis City SC.

Impact Obrian lined up back on the left wing for Wednesday's game and he set up Jesus Ferreira's opener with his second assist of the season to go along with his two goals. All four of those goal involvements have come within the last month for Obrian while Paul Arriola (thigh) has been injured.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal in derby Obrian scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Houston Dynamo.

Impact Obrian opened the scoring for FC Dallas, but the speedy winger only had to tap the ball home from close range after Steve Clark denied a header but couldn't get the rebound. The former Aguilas Doradas winger has started each of Dallas' last five games and has found the scoresheet in each of the last two, with one goal and one assist.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists Wednesday Obrian assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Thursday's 2-1 win over Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Obrian got on the scoresheet for his first assist of the 2023 season during Thursday's win. The winger has yet to find a goal and has put only two shots on goal, while failing to create even for the red-hot Jesus Ferreira. Obrian will hope to find some stronger finishing form and hold onto the consistent role in the starting XI he's managed of late.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in win Obrian took two shots (one on target) and created two chances in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Austin FC.

Impact Obrian has started three league games in a row -- four if you count the St. Louis match that had to be postponed due to weather -- taking over on either wing while first Alan Velasco and then Paul Arriola were injured.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot against Minnesota Obrian took a shot on target and created a chance in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Minnesota United. He also made a clearance, an interception and won two of two tackles in the match.

Impact Obrian continued in the XI Sunday in absence of the injured Alan Velasco (knee), but he really hasn't been effective on either wing yet this season.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet game in start Obrian completed five passes before being hooked in the 41st minute of Saturday's 2-1 defeat against LAFC.

Impact Obrian lined up on the right wing in what was his first start of the season, but he was unlucky to not even make it to halftime as he was substituted for a defender following Ema Twumasi's red card. Still, Obrian is a backup option along the attacking line when everyone is fit and available.

MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Obrian (concussion) was back in team training with FC Dallas on Wednesday, manager Nico Estevez has told reporters.

Impact Obrian missed last weekend's season opener while going through the concussion protocols, but he has rejoined the team and should be available for Saturday's clash against the Galaxy, even though he is the backup winger behind Alan Velasco and Paul Arriola.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Backup option in Dallas Obrian recorded two goals and two assists in 32 MLS appearances (15 starts) this season.

Impact Obrian moved down in the depth chart following the offseason arrivals of Alan Velasco and Paul Arriola, and he usually only started if one of them was unavailable. The 27-year-old should continue to get opportunities however as he's Dallas' first choice off the bench on both wings.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in loss Obrian took two shots on target and made a clearance in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against the Rapids.

Impact Obrian was solid for a second consecutive game on the right wing against Colorado on Saturday, but he will return to the bench once Paul Arriola (suspension) and Alan Velasco (thigh) are fit and available again.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Amid postseason push, FC Dallas calls upon familiar face Jader Obrian for winger help When FC Dallas winger Alan Velasco suffered a thigh injury, it was time to turn to Jader Obrian. Obrian is something of a familiar face from...

SEPTEMBER 27, 2022 • DALLASNEWS.COM

Scores opener at Dallas Obrian scored one goal from two shots, made two tackles (one won) and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 1-1 draw at San Jose.

Impact Obrian scored in the 16th minute to give them the early lead, but they commited a PK eight minutes later and ended up with the road draw. The forward now has two goals and two assists in 29 appearances (13 starts) in the season. He only started three times in his last 11 games, though, and will look to remain in the lineup for their next games.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Austin tries to continue road win streak in game against Dallas

Austin visits Dallas aiming to prolong a four-game road winning streak

JULY 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Vassilev and Inter Miami visit Dallas

Indiana Vassilev leads Inter Miami into a matchup with Dallas after scoring two goals against Minnesota United

JULY 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Creates three chances in loss Obrian took two shots and created three chances in Wednesday's 3-1 defeat against LAFC.

Impact Obrian got the start for the first time since May on Wednesday, and he was pretty active on the right wing despite the scoreline against LAFC. He remains the backup option to Alan Velasco in the position, but he is a capable backup for Dallas to have.

JUNE 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in loss Obrian made an assist, had one off-target shot and created one chance during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Minnesota.

Impact Obrian had his fourth consecutive match involved in a play that led to a goal. This time, the attacker was credited with an assist as he found Paul Arriola unmarked on the flank before he cut to the middle to unleash a brilliant long-range strike that gave the goalkeeper no chance. Obrian doesn't provide many peripheral stats but, over the last four matches, had two assists and two secondary assists. He'll try to keep contributing for his side's scoring during Saturday's visit to Orlando.

MAY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Secondary helper Wednesday Obrian provided one secondary assist during Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Vancouver.

Impact Obrian has now earned three assists in his last three matches, including a six minute cameo against Seattle. The winger has two secondary assists and four total goal contributions for the season, a solid start to the campaign. He hasn't quite been as lethal as he was in 2021 but Obrian still offers plenty for fantasy managers. Obrian will hope to go the full 90 during Sunday's clash with Minnesota, something he has only done three times in 2022.

MAY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in win Obrian took a shot and assisted a goal in Saturday's 3-1 victory against the Galaxy. He also won two of four tackles in the match.

Impact Obrian made his first MLS start in over a month on Saturday and he set up Jesus Ferreira's opening goal against Los Angeles. Still, Alan Velasco will likely return from the health and safety protocols by Wednesday's clash against the Whitecaps.

MAY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Toronto Obrian scored a goal and created a chance in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Toronto FC. He also made an interception and he took four shots (two on target) overall in the match.

Impact Obrian opened the scoring for FC Dallas this season with an early goal on Saturday, but his side settled for a draw. He might not get as many starts as last year with Alan Velasco and Paul Arriola's arrivals in the offseason, but he's off to a good start this campaign nonetheless.

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Osorio scores to help Toronto to 1-1 draw with FC Dallas

Jonathan Osorio scored the tying goal in the 45th minute for Toronto in a 1-1 draw with Dallas in the season opener for both teams

FEBRUARY 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores against San Jose Obrian scored a goal in a 1-1 stalemate against San Jose Earthquakes on Sunday.

Impact Obrian had a good game for the visitors. The 26-year-old scored the team's only goal in the match which was his ninth of the league campaign. Other than that, Obrian also completed four tackles in five attempts.

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

San Jose hosts FC Dallas in conference action

The San Jose Earthquakes host FC Dallas in Western Conference play

NOVEMBER 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS