JAKOB GLESNES NEWS

Registers goal Glesnes scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 5-1 win over New York City FC.

Impact Glesnes contributed to the 5-1 win over NYCFC, which gives him his second of the season. He's been averaging about 4.1 clearances per game. having totaled 34 clearances in the last seven matches.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Helps Union to clean sheet Glesnes blocked four shots, made two interceptions, two tackles (winning both) and seven clearances during Saturday's 2-0 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Glesnes was a part of the Union back four that kept a clean sheet Saturday, leading the team in blocks, interceptions and clearances. Glesnes has combined for 16 clearances and five interceptions over his last three starts while helping the Union to two clean sheets.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in win Glesnes scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and one chance created in Wednesday's 5-1 win versus New England Revolution.

Impact Glesnes had his most productive offensive game of the season as he notched a goal and an assist in the contest. The goal marked his first, while his assist marked his second. The defender didn't really contribute much defensively as his side was firmly in control of the game.

JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Helps Philadelphia to clean sheet Glesnes made two interceptions, two tackles and two clearances during Saturday's 0-0 draw with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Glesnes was a part of the Union back four that kept a clean sheet Saturday, leading the team in interceptions and tackles. The centerback has combined for five tackles, eight interceptions and 12 clearances over his last three starts with the clean sheet being his first since the end of May.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in defeat Glesnes assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Inter Miami CF.

Impact Glesnes notched his first assist of the season as he helped open up the scoring in the third minute of the match. Defensively, he registered five clearances alongside an interception.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Helps Philadelphia to clean sheet Glesnes blocked a shot, made three interceptions, two tackles (winning both) and two clearances during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Charlotte.

Impact Glesnes was a part of the Union back four that kept a clean sheet Saturday. The defender has helped his club to two straight clean sheets while combining for seven tackles, fiver interceptions and 13 clearances over his last three starts.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in return to the lineup Glesnes had one shot on goal and made nine clearances and one block during Saturday's 3-1 win over Portland.

Impact Glesnes returned to the lineup after being an unused sub on the previous two outings and put up an impressive performance, pacing all players in clearances to slow down an opposing front line with so many threats. The veteran center-back will hope this was enough for him to remain in the lineup for upcoming matches.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Unused the last two matches Glesnes has been an unused sub the last two MLS matches for the Union.

Impact Glesnes started just the opening match against the Fire, playing all 90 minutes while totaling three clearances. He is being benched for Damion Lowe, following a season where the defender started all 31 contests in 2023.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three clearances Glesnes made an interception, a tackle and three clearances during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Chicago.

Impact Glesnes was a part of the Union back line that conceded twice during Saturday's draw. The center back made 31 starts last season helping the Union to nine clean sheets while making 87 clearances.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Starts all matches played Glesnes started all 31 matches played for the Union during the 2023 season.

Impact Glesnes completed his fourth season in the league as a permanent starter again, logging in two goals with an average of 2.8 clearances. He did struggle with injury to end the campaign, but is still expected to be the favorite to start at center back in 2024.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Cincinnati Glesnes (abdomen) is available to face Cincinnati on Saturday, head coach Jim Curtin told Joe Tansey of Bleacher Report.

Impact Glesnes was scheduled to have surgery due to a sports hernia in late October, but it seems the recovery process was quicker than expected. If healthy, Glesnes should be part of the starting lineup while providing a huge boost on the defensive end.

NOVEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia Union defender Jakob Glesnes to undergo sports hernia surgery | MLSSoccer.com The Philadelphia Union will be without one of their top players for most, if not all, of the Audi 2023 MLS Cup Playoffs.

OCTOBER 29, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Set for surgery Glesnes (abdomen) will have surgery for his sports hernia Sunday, manager Jim Curtin told reporters.

Impact Glesnes is done for the post-season after it was deemed necessary for him to undergo surgery. The defender will hope to get fit for 2024 as Nathan Harriel seems set for a significant role in the starting XI for the remainder of the playoffs. The Union defeated New England 3-1 to take a 1-0 series lead in the opening round.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed day-to-day Glesnes (hernia) was labelled day-to-day by manager Jim Curtin.

Impact Glesnes has a chance for getting fit for Saturday's clash with New England, and was officially listed as questionable. The defender would be a major loss, potentially forcing Nathan Harriel to center-back, or prompting a change to a different formation.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Status uncertain to face Revs Glesnes is listed as questionable for Saturday's match against New England due to a core injury.

Impact It's unclear when Glesnes picked the injury up, as the center-back has been a steady force at the back for the Union -- he started and played the full 90 in all but three games during the regular season. If Glesnes ends up being ruled out, then Philadelphia would likely revert to a 4-3-1-2 system while adding another midfielder into the mix.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two blocks Glesnes registered two blocks and two clearances in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to New England Revolution.

Impact Since returning from a groin injury, Glesnes has recorded eight tackles (two won), five clearances and four blocks. He's also started all 31 games played while playing in every minute, which resulted in an average of 2.8 clearances per contest.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays all 90 minutes Glesnes recorded five tackles (zero won) and two clearances in Wednesday's 3-2 victory against Atlanta United.

Impact Glesnes was fit to play all 90 minutes after missing the last three matches with a groin injury. He's been averaging about 2.9 clearances per game after generating 11 in the last five contests played.

OCTOBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Atlanta Glesnes is fit and in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Atlanta United.

Impact Glesnes returns from a groin injury in time to feature for Philadelphia on Wednesday. The center back partners Jack Elliott in the heart of the Union's back four after missing the past three matches through injury.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set to be available Glesnes (groin) is expected to be available for Wednesday's match against Atlanta, confirmed head coach Jim Curtin per the Philadelphia Soccer Now.

Impact Glesnes could make a return to the lineup Wednesday after missing the last three matches with a groin injury. He's started in every matched played in thus far, averaging about 2.9 clearances per game from center back.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still uncertain Glesnes (groin) is a doubt for Saturday's trip to Columbus, according to the Philadelphia injury report.

Impact Glesnes has been playing through some severe muscular pain, and remains uncertain moving forward. The defender has missed two matches in a row, and will be a true game time call depending on the pain he feels pre-match. Glesnes is a nearly-guaranteed starts when fully fit.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Playing with pain Glesnes (groin) has been playing with pain as he will be used with caution until he is fully healed. "It's hour by hour day by day how he wakes up and feels. I could tell you, if i...

Impact Glesnesn missed his first match of the season Saturday with a groin injury. He's starting all 28 appearances for the team at center back, averaging about 2.9 clearances per game. Depending on his status, the defender could be ready to start Wednesday against FC Dallas if he is in no severe pain.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with groin issue Glesnes is playing through a groin issue that has been bothering him for quite some time, head coach Jim Curtin told media, including Philadelphia Union beat writer Joe Tansey, on...

Impact Curtin said the issue is manageable and more of a "pain tolerance" for the tolerance, so it sounds like the Union will limit his workload in training rather than sitting him down in the final rounds of the regular season. In any case, if he can't play, then Philadelphia would likely drift from a 3-4-1-2 to a 4-3-1-2 with Damion Lowe and Jack Elliott as center-backs.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in first half Glesnes scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal), blocking three shots, making three interceptions, two tackles and three clearances during Sunday's 4-1 win over New Yo...

Impact Glesnes found the back of the net in the 29th minute, scoring Philadelphia's first goal while leading the team in shots, blocks, interceptions and clearances in the match. The goal was Glesnes' first since June, but he remains a stalwart at the back for the Union.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE