JOAKIM NILSSON NEWS

Returns to action Saturday Nilsson (hamstring) came off the bench and played six minutes in Saturday's 3-1 win over Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Nilsson finally returned to action after missing the last six matches due to a nagging muscular problem. The center-back has been a steady presence in the XI throughout the campaign, and he might have a shot at returning to the XI for Wednesday's contest against LAFC.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes part is parts of training Nilsson (hamstring) was able to train briefly with the team as he steps in his recovery, reports Tom Timmermann of the St Louis Post Dispatched.

Impact Nilsson did not feature at the Leagues Cup with St Louis as he dealt with a hamstring injury. With the extra time to heal and recovery, the defender is set to be a late call for Saturday's MLS clash with Portland. His last appearance was on Jul 18, having miss a month prior with a leg injury.

AUGUST 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Nilsson (hamstring) is out for Saturday's clash with Kansas City.

Impact Nilsson was questionable for Wednesday's match with a hamstring injury but was able to start and play through it. He's now been ruled out for Saturday's clash, a disappointing turn and potentially a sign of a more serious issue. This is the final match before the MLS break, so if it does prove to be serious, Nilsson should have a chance to recover.

JULY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts versus Sounders Nilsson (hamstring) is available as a starter Wednesday against Seattle Sounders.

Impact Nilsson will take a center-back spot alongside Tim Parker, relegating Joshua Yaro to a backup role Wednesday. The fit-again player hasn't recorded a 90-minute outing since June 1, but this could be a good opportunity for him to rack up defensive numbers.

JULY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unused in loss Nilsson (hamstring) was an unused sub during Saturday's 4-1 loss to Vancouver.

Impact Nilsson was not used off the bench, but was an option for the first time since his hamstring injury. He had previously started the last six matches in a row, totaling 12 tackles, 14 clearances and seven clearances in that span.

JULY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Officially out Nilsson (hamstring) is out for Saturday's clash with Atlanta, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Nilsson is in doubt for Saturday's match due to the hamstring injury he picked up against Dallas. The defender is a major blow while he continues to struggle with the issue. Joshua Yaro will get the start for Saturday's match with Nilsson out.

JUNE 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early Nilsson was forced off in the first half of Saturday's clash with Dallas.

Impact Nilsson was the second injury substitute of the first half for St. Louis, and another potentially huge blow. The defender has been a stalwart at the back when fit, and while Joshua Yaro is competent, he's nowhere near as imposing as Nilsson.

JUNE 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Features on bench Nilsson (ribs) is on the bench for Sunday's match against ATX.

Impact Nilsson has recovered from his rib injury and will be an option on the bench after missing the last two matches. He had started all five matches played at center back and is set to return to the lineup once fully fit.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with broken ribs Nilsson is currently dealing with a cracked rib and has been ruled out for Saturday's trip to Real Salt Lake, reports Tom Timmermann of the St. Louis Post Dispatched.

Impact Nilsson is expected to be week to week with a broken rib. He had started all five matches played at center back, starting once with 31 clearances, 13 tackles (nine won) and eight interceptions. While he recovers, Joshua Yaro will likely remain in the back, with Tim Parker set to return for Saturday.

MARCH 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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MARCH 20, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores rare goal Nilsson scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Los Angeles Galaxy. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 70th minute.

Impact Nilsson saw a rare event Saturday, as he scored one of the club's three goals after finding the net in the 60th minute off of a Samuel Adeniran assist. This was not only Nilsson's first goal of the season but also his first since 2021 when he was in the Bundesliga, having zero last campaign. The defender was also solid in the defense, registering one tackle, two interceptions and six clearances.

MARCH 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four tackles Nilsson generated four tackles (two won), eight clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-0 win versus New York City FC.

Impact Nilsson had another upstanding match during his second start in a row, recording 12 clearances while generating six tackles (four won) and four interceptions. Since joining the side in 2023, the defender made eight starts in nine appearances since signing midseason, logging in an average of 3.1 clearances per contest.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting once more Nilsson (upper leg) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with NYC FC.

Impact Nilsson came off with an upper leg injury in the opening match of the season but is now straight back into the starting XI. The defender is a consistent piece of the team, and should form a solid partnership alongside Tim Parker.

MARCH 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Taken off before halftime Nilsson sustained a glute injury that forced him off in the 44th minute against Houston on Tuesday. Head Coach Bradley Carnell told reporters, "We thought we could get it to halfti...

Impact Based on the coach's comments, Nilsson could still be an option to face New York City FC on Saturday, though he'll have a short week to recover. A healthy Tim Parker could slot into a spot in the starting XI if Nilsson is unavailable. For his part, Nilsson logged just nine matches for City last season in which he registered 28 clearances, 16 interceptions and 14 tackles.

FEBRUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Option for Sunday Nilsson (knee) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Austin F.C.

Impact Nilsson could make his season debut Sunday as he is available on the bench for the first time for the team. He underwent knee surgery in January, therefore it will take him time to get back to full match fitness.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Nilsson (knee) is questionable for Sunday's clash with Austin.

Impact Nilsson was upgraded to questionable and reportedly was targeting a return for Sunday's clash. It appears the defender could be on track for that return if he can overcome the late fitness tests.

AUGUST 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming to debut after Leagues Cup Nilsson (knee) is likely to remain unavailable until after the Leagues Cup from July-August, STL City sporting director Lutz Pfannenstiel told team reporter Matt Baker on Thursday.

Impact Nilsson's St. Louis debut has been delayed by a knee surgery he underwent in January, and it seems he'll continue to be sidelined for at least another month while continuing his recovery.

JUNE 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Nilsson (knee) was able to train with his STL City teammates for the first time on Friday, though manager Bradley Carnell told Tom Timmermann of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch that he...

Impact Nilsson continues to progress with his recovery from a knee surgery he underwent in January, but he still won't be available to debut in MLS until July at the earliest.

JUNE 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out once more Nilsson (knee) is out for Saturday's clash with Houston, according to the St. Louis injury report.

Impact Nilsson has yet to make his 2023 debut due to a knee injury that he has struggled with long-term. The defender continues to recover and likely wouldn't be rushed back into any sort of major playing time.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Nilsson (knee) is out for Saturday's clash with Vancouver, according to the St. Louis injury report.

Impact Nilsson has yet to make his 2023 MLS debut and will have to wait at least one more week. The defender is ruled out after undergoing knee surgery in January, though is reportedly nearing a return to first team action.

MAY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return to team Nilsson (knee) is "very close" with his recovery, STL City manager Bradley Carnell told Justin Horneker of St. Louis Magazine on Thursday.

Impact Nilsson is yet to debut for St. Louis since undergoing knee surgery in January, but he's on track with his recovery and can aim to return to availability at some point this month. He will want to break into the starting lineup in central defense once he's back at full fitness.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out until May Nilsson (knee) will be out until May while he recovers from a knee surgery he underwent in January.

Impact Nilsson will miss the first few months of St. Louis' inaugural MLS campaign after undergoing knee surgery in the offseason. Tim Parker and Kyle Hiebert will start out as the center-back pairing until he can return.

MARCH 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Austin FC Nilsson (knee) will not be in the squad for Saturday's trip to Austin FC.

Impact Nilsson was one of the team's first signings from German side Arminia Bielefeld. The club spend the 2021-22 season in the Bundesliga before they got regulated. He spent four seasons in Germany. totaling three goals in 85 appearances. The defender is likely to fight for playing time with Kyle Hiebert and Tim Parker.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores again Nilsson scored once on two shots on goal during Friday's 2-1 loss to Bochum.

Impact Nilsson has now scored twice in a row his first, and second, goals of the season. This offensive explosion from the central defender is truly out of nowhere, before Saturday's one-all draw with Hertha he had take two shots all season and scored no goals. In his three shots during the last two matches he has scored twice. This offensive outbreak is unlikely to continue against RB Leipzig in the final match of the season.

MAY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Equalizes late Nilsson scored a goal with his lone shot while creating a chance, making a tackle and four clearances during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Hertha Berlin.

Impact Nilsson found the back of the net in the 91st minute leveling the score to earn a point for Bielefeld. The goal was the first of the season for the defender while his four clearances were the second most on the team in the draw.

MAY 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE