Justen Glad - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Defensive standout in win Glad generated nine clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-0 win over Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Glad led the Real Salt Lake clean sheet effort Saturday with nine clearances as his side held Seattle in-check in a 2-0 victory. The central defender also recorded one block. After starting and playing the full 90 minutes in each of Real Salt Lake's first two fixtures, Glad appears set to maintain his omnipresent position in Salt Lake's central defense, which he's held since the 2017 season.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Glad (hamstring) is in the initial lineup for Saturday's match against San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Glad will likely play an important role in the back line, leaving both Brayan Vera and Kobi Henry on the bench at San Jose. The fit-again player could be expected to perform close to his 2024 season averages of 55.2 passes, 3.0 clearances and 1.6 interceptions per game.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Saturday Glad (hamstring) is a doubt for Saturday's season opener against San Jose, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Glad is listed as doubtful due to a hamstring injury that caused him to play only one minute in the Concacaf game against Herediano midweek. His potential absence may result in a change to the starting lineup, as he is a regular starter in central defense. If he is unable to make the squad, Kobi Henry is expected to start in his place.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Substitute option Wednesday Glad (ankle) is on the bench to face Los Angeles FC on Wednesday.

Impact Glad returns to contention after missing two weeks of activity with the ankle issue. He has been a defensive asset when healthy, tallying 39 clearances, 22 interceptions and 12 tackles in 15 matches played this year. He'll likely compete for minutes with current starters Brayan Vera and Bode Hidalgo.

JULY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Glad (ankle) is not in the squad to face Atlanta United on Saturday.

Impact Glad misses his fifth straight match as he continues to recover from an ankle injury suffered in June. The defender is a constant member of the RSL back line when fully fit.

JULY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Glad (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Atlanta, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Glad is questionable for Saturday's match as he continues to work back from an ankle injury. The defender should be a crucial piece of the starting XI if he's deemed fit enough for a consistent first team role once more.

JULY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face Montreal Glad (ankle) is not an option for Saturday's match against Montreal due to injury.

Impact Glad will have to sit out the club's upcoming match after picking up an injury over the week. This will be a tough loss for the club, as he has started and played the full 90 in all but two games this season. That said, expect Philip Quinton to start in Glad's place until he is fit again.

JUNE 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively in win Glad made four clearances, two interceptions and one block during Saturday's 2-1 win over Philadelphia.

Impact Glad returned from his back injury in a great way, imposing his will against opposing forwards and leading another brilliant RSL display on the defensive end. The center-back is not the most glamourous option for fantasy purposes, but on the other hand he can guarantee some floor with his clearances and interceptions.

APRIL 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to XI Glad (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Philadelphia.

Impact Glad is back in the starting XI for Saturday's clash after overcoming a back issue. He partners Brayan Vera in the defense for what should be the preferred option in the backline moving forward.

APRIL 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with groin issue again Glad has picked up a groin issue and is now in question for Saturday's match against Chicago, according to the club's injury report.

Impact Glad is once again suffering from his groin issues, as he is listed as questionable after going down in training this week. The defender will hope to not miss any time and pass a fitness test to remain in the starting role he has held in seven of the club's eight matches, as he did last week. However, if he is held out, expect Bryan Oviedo to take his spot.

APRIL 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting despite groin issue Glad (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with St. Louis.

Impact Glad was in doubt due to the groin injury but is now straight into the starting XI. It wasn't clear from the off if he would play after missing portions of training but it appears he did pass the late fitness checks. Glad is a consistent piece of the backline when fit and should be a major contributor if he can stay on the pitch.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

In question for Saturday Glad is in question for Saturday's match against St. Louis City due to a groin issue, according to the club's injury report.

Impact Glad looks to be in question once again, as he is now dealing with a groin issue after getting the start last week despite carrying a hamstring problem entering the match. This could be a tough loss for the club, as he has started in all four games he has been available for, with Marcelo Silva being his most likely replacement if he does miss the contest. The club will now most likely have Glad go through a late fitness test, with his status not being known until game time.

MARCH 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Whitecaps Glad (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Vancouver.

Impact Glad was upgraded to questionable earlier in the week and is now back on the pitch. With so many other absences during the international break it's not surprising to see him pushed straight back into the starting XI.

MARCH 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hamstring injury Glad is questionable to play Saturday against the Rapids due to a hamstring injury, Lucas Muller of The Wasatch Sentinel reports.

Impact Glad suffered the injury earlier this week during training, and it seems he'll be a true game-time call for the match against Colorado. If he can't go, then Marcelo Silva and Erik Holt would be options to replace him.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Five goals as defense Glad will end the season making 33 starts in 34 appearances with Real Salt Lake.

Impact With five goals, Glad had the second most goals as a defender on the season, which was also a season high for him. He also averaged about 3.7 clearances per game, with 40 tackles (26 won), 51 interceptions and 30 blocks on the campaign. The defender will enter his 11th season with Salt Lake in 2024 at just the age of 26-years old.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Glad (groin) is in the starting XI for Monday's match against Houston.

Impact Glad returns to the XI in a must-win spot for RSL after losing the first leg 2-1. Glad hasn't been completely healthy the past month, but he'll gut out his groin issue to play Monday with hope of taking it to a third leg.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back on training pitch Glad (groin) was viewed training ahead of Monday's match against the Houston Dynamo, as reported by KUTV.

Impact Glad may be returning to the starting XI on Monday after returning to training late last week. The defender, unfortunately, was not an option for their last playoff matchup but could be a game-changer if he is available on Monday. He should slide right back into the starting XI if he is healthy, starting in 31 of Real Salt Lake's matches this campaign.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially questionable Glad (groin) is listed as questionable for Sunday's trip to Houston, according to the Salt Lake injury report.

Impact Glad came off on decision day with a groin injury and is now a doubt for the opening match of the playoffs. This really couldn't come at a worse time as Brayan Vera (ankle) and Marcelo Silva (personal) are also on the injury report. Since it's the playoffs Glad will likely jump at any chance to get on the pitch even if not fully fit.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off on Saturday Glad was injured and subbed out in the 72nd minute of Saturday's 1-0 victory over Colorado Rapids.

Impact Glad has in solid form all season for the team, making 31 start in 32 appearances while averaging about 3.7 clearances per match. If the defender has to sit out for the start of the playoffs, then Bode Hidalgo could be an option to start alongside Brayan Vera.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Serves suspension Glad has served his one-match suspension and is set to make a return for Saturday's match against Colorado.

Impact Glad had previous started the last 17 MLS matches in a row, totaling three goals with 25 interceptions, 66 clearances and 11 blocks while keeping five clean sheets in that span. He is expected to start at center back for the final regular season game against Colorado.

OCTOBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Glad picked up a red card and was sent off in the 3rd minute of Sunday's 3-2 defeat to Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Glad was sent off in the early minutes of the match Saturday and will serve a one-match suspension against the Galaxy. He's started in 17 straight games for the team, logging in three goals and 66 clearances since June. Marcelo Silva will likely get the start at center back alongside Bryan Vera in his absence.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Real Salt Lake sign defender Justen Glad to new contract | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension Real Salt Lake have signed center back Justen Glad to a contract extension through the 2026 MLS season wi...

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Extends contract Glad agreed to a contract extension until 2026 with Real Salt Lake on Thursday.

Impact Glad will be keeping his talents in Utah for at least a couple more seasons after signing a contract extension on Thursday. The defender will now be on contract with the club until 2026, with a club option for the 2027 season. He has been a normal starter for the team over the past six seasons and should remain in that role for the next couple of seasons to come after signing this contract extension.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores rare goal Glad scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 victory over Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Glad scored for the fifth time in 2023, a new high for the center-back, who has scored on five of his seven shots on goal. The center-back will hope to keep this crazy hot goal scoring form going in the closing stages of the MLS regular season as he continues to build a career-high.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Real Salt Lake beats the Whitecaps 2-1 on second-half goals from Brayan Vera and Justen Glad

Brayan Vera and Justen Glad each scored in the second half and Real Salt Lake beat the Vancouver Whitecaps 2-1 on Saturday night

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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Real Salt Lake beats the Whitecaps 2-1 on second-half goals from Brayan Vera and Justen Glad