Impact Russell found the back of the net in the 85th minute, preventing a clean sheet but not a loss. The goal was the third of the season for the attacker while his five shots led Sporting in the loss.
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Prevents clean sheet Russell scored a goal while taking five shots (one on goal), crossing ten times (one accurate) and creating two chances during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Dallas.
FC Dallas secures 2-1 victory over Sporting, Pomykal scores
Paxton Pomykal scored once and Dallas secured a 2-1 victory over Sporting Kansas City on SaturdayAUGUST 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
GOAL: Johnny Russell, Sporting Kansas City - 85th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.
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Scores free kick during win Russell scored a goal, took one shot (one on goal) and made three interceptions during Sunday's 3-1 win over Seattle.
Impact Russell opened the scoring with a beautiful free kick in the first half and proceeded to fill that stat sheet on both ends of the pitch. He's now scored two goals in his past three matches and will continue to be a major asset heading into Saturday's home match against FC Dallas.
JULY 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Sporting KC beats Sounders 3-1 to pull closer in West
Johnny Russell and Daniel Salloi scored in the first half, Cameron Duke added his first MLS goal in the second and Sporting Kansas City handed Seattle its first home loss of the se...JULY 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
GOAL: Johnny Russell, Sporting Kansas City - 31st minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.
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Logs seven crosses Russell recorded seven crosses (two accurate) and three corners during a 1-1 draw Wednesday versus San Jose.
Impact Russell crossed the ball more times than any other player had logged Wednesday. Across six starts from Kansas City's right side, he averaged 6.2 crosses and created 13 chances.
JULY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
VAR Drama! Was Johnny Russell fouled in the penalty area!? ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.
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Sallói's stoppage-time goal gives KC 1-1 tie with San Jose
Dániel Sallói scored in stoppage time to give Sporting Kansas City a 1-1 tie with the San Jose Earthquakes on Wednesday nightJULY 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scores goal Russell scored one goal with three shots (two on goal) during a 2-0 win Sunday against the Galaxy.
Impact Russell logged his first goal this year. Though the Scottish forward had not scored since last season, he did contribute to three goals across Kansas City's five games after May 30.
JULY 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
GOAL: Johnny Russell, Sporting Kansas City - 81st minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.
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Russell, Shelton score late, Sporting KC beats Galaxy 2-0
Johnny Russell scored in the 81st minute and Khiry Shelton added a stoppage-time goal to help Sporting Kansas City beat the LA Galaxy 2-0JULY 5, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Creates three chances versus LAFC Russell had one shot (off target), three chances created and 10 crosses (three accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 win over LAFC.
Impact Russell turned in another impressive display with a solid stat haul. He's now started in four straight matches dishing two assists in that span and has been very productive in peripheral stats as well with set pieces boosting his numbers. The winger should continue seeing playing time if he can sustain that form.
JUNE 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Records assist Russell recorded one assist with two chances during a 3-1 win Wednesday versus Colorado.
Impact Russell recorded the assist to Sporting's first goal, scored by Daniel Salloi. The former possesses three assists across four starts as a right winger of their primary 4-3-3 formation.
JUNE 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Sallói, Sporting KC dominate Rapids in 3-1 victory
Dániel Sallói scored twice, Felipe Hernandez added a goal and Sporting Kansas City never trailed in a 3-1 victory over the Colorado Rapids on Wednesday nightJUNE 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Takes five shots in loss Russell took five shots (two on target) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Portland.
Impact Russell was active in attack against the Timbers but he couldn't find an equalizer. He is still looking for his first goal of the season, and on Wednesday he will face Colorado, which have conceded eight goals in eight MLS matches.
JUNE 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Provides assist in draw Russell provided one assist from five chances created on 20 crosses (two accurate) and took seven shots (two on goal) during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Austin FC.
Impact Russell has only started four times this season and only completed the full 90 twice, but in each of those games he's logged one assist and provided 10 crosses. These high-volume stat lines are excellent for fantasy in just about any format, so it's not the worst idea to track Russell's progression if he sticks in the lineup. Up next is a trip to Portland.
JUNE 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Salloi scores in 71st, Sporting KC ties Austin FC 1-1
Daniel Salloi tied it in the 71st minute and Sporting Kansas City held on for a 1-1 draw with expansion Austin FCJUNE 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Plays off bench Saturday Russell played 16 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 3-2 win over Houston Dynamo.
Impact Russell was still limited here as he's a bit slow to gain his momentum after injuries on second occasion already this season. With the break just around the corner though he should be back in the first XI in June and he's been productive when in full swing.
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Expected to play bigger role Saturday Russell played one minute off the bench last weekend after returning from a back issue, but he's had no setbacks and is good to go for the game against Houston.
Impact Russell looks to be healthy again, but he still may not be ready for a full 90. He was slow to get back his fitness early in the season and that's why his playing time has been limited, something that could be the case again ahead of the international break.
MAY 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off injured against Houston Russell was subbed out of Wednesday's defeat against the Dynamo in the 20th minute after suffering an apparent injury.
Impact It is unclear whether he will be forced to miss additional game time due to his potential injury, which was suspected to be a groin issue on the broadcast. Daniel Salloi could fill in for him on the wing if necessary.
MAY 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Sporting KC rallies to beat 10-man Austin 2-1
Gadi Kinda scored in the 90th minute and Sporting Kansas City rallied to beat 10-man Austin 2-1MAY 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sporting KC's newest Captain Johnny Russell joins The Call Up | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.
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Pranking 101 with Sporting Kansas City Captain Johnny Russell | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.
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