KAI WAGNER NEWS

Out with hamstring issue Wagner has been ruled out of Sunday's clash against Atlanta United with a hamstring injury, according to Philadelphia's availability report for the match.

Impact Wagner has recorded one goal and two assists from 33 chances created this season mostly from left-back/left wing-back, but he won't be available to face Atlanta at the weekend. Nathan Harriel or Matthew Real should replace him in the XI for the game.

JUNE 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists again Wagner assisted once to go with two crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 4-1 victory over Inter Miami CF.

Impact Wagner earned his second assist in three matches as he got back on the scoresheet during Saturday's rout. The wing-back isn't likely to keep up with the nine assists he managed in 2022 but has still found his footing of late creating 19 chances in his last seven matches. Wagner has also found more consistent shooting in 2023 with 10 shots in 16 appearances while still sending in 159 crosses in that span.

JUNE 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts fifteen crosses Wagner attempted 15 crosses (two accurate) and created three chances in Wednesday's 2-2 draw with Orlando.

Impact Wagner has attempted 66 crosses in his last five games and is unlucky to have only registered one assist. The left back ranks second for crosses in the MLS this season with 157 (46 accurate).

JUNE 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists lone Philadelphia goal Wagner had an assist while crossing 12 times (four accurate) and creating three chances during Saturday's 2-1 loss to San Jose.

Impact Wagner set up Damion Lowe in the 17th minute assisting Philadelphia's lone goal of the match. The assist was the first in 14 appearances for Wagner as his lack of goal involvements is offset by the fact that he's crossed 51 times and created13 chances in his past four matches.

JUNE 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances in win Wagner took two shots (one on target) and created four chances in Saturday's 3-0 victory against CF Montreal. He also made a block, an interception and won two of two tackles in th...

Impact Wagner slid over to the back-three Saturday in Damion Lowe's absence from the XI, but it didn't blunt his attacking impact as he's now created 13 chances across his last four league appearances.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Another three chances created Wagner made a block and created three chances in Wednesday's 1-0 victory against Charlotte FC.

Impact Wagner has created exactly three chances in three consecutive games following the Charlotte win on Wednesday, but his 23 chances on the season are second-most among all MLS players who are yet to record an assist in this campaign, second only to Jesus Ferreira (26).

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances vs. Revs Wagner made a block, an interception and created three chances in Saturday's 3-0 victory against New England. He also won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Wagner returned to the left wing-back position in a 3-5-2 formation on Saturday, and he posted his first league game with multiple chances created since March.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Colorado Wagner scored a goal and created a chance in Saturday's 2-1 victory against the Rapids. He also made a clearance and won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Wagner lined up further forward in a 3-5-2 formation on Saturday, and he bagged his first goal of the season with a vital equalizer from outside the box just before halftime. It was his first MLS strike since October 2021.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in multiple stats Wagner crossed four times (two accurate), created a chance, made three interceptions, five tackles (winning three) and four clearances during Saturday's 1-0 win over New York Red B...

Impact Wagner was a part of the Union back line that kept a clean sheet on Saturday, leading his side in crosses, interceptions, tackles and clearances. Wagner has yet to have a goal involvement in seven appearances but leads the Union with 66 crosses through Saturday's match.

MAY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eight crosses in win Wagner attempted eight crosses (one accurate) and took six corners in Saturday's 4-2 win over Toronto.

Impact Wagner was making his first start after sitting out the last three games with a hamstring injury. The left-back somehow finds himself without an assist this season, having created 12 goal-scoring opportunities and sending in 62 crosses. He registered nine assists last season and is unlikely to have to wait long to get off the mark this year.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting XI Wagner (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Toronto.

Impact Wagner is back in the starting XI after sitting out three MLS matches due to a hamstring injury. The left-back is a major attacking force sending in a ridiculous 54 crosses during the opening six matches of the season. In 2022 Wagner totaled nine assists on 88 chances created while sending in 342 crosses and taking 146 corners.

APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back Saturday Wagner (hamstring) is ready to go for Saturday's clash with Toronto FC, confirms head coach Jim Curtin per Jonathan Tannenwald of the Philidelphia Inquirer. "100 percent... he'll b...

Impact Wagner had to sit out the last three league matches with hamstring issues, but is healthy and is ready for Saturday. His return will bring a boost to the attack after the defender had totaled 54 crosses (16 accurate) and 23 corners in the first five games of the season.

APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Status uncertain for Saturday Wagner (hamstring) is listed as questionable in Philadelphia's injury report for the clash against the Fire this weekend.

Impact Wagner hasn't played in MLS since late March due to a hamstring injury. He briefly returned to play the first half of Thursday's CCL match against Atlas but it was clear in the game that he wasn't yet back to full fitness. It's likely he continues on the sidelines against Chicago -- with Matthew Real or Nathan Harriel starting at left-back in his place -- in order to recover before the big Champions League semifinal tie with LAFC later this month.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Appears in CCL match, subs off injured Wagner (hamstring) started and played 45 minutes during Wednesday's CONCACAF Champions League match against Atlas, but was subbed off with an apparent hamstring tweak, reports Joe...

Impact Wagner made his return to the club Wednesday, however he did not look fit to play, which resulted in a tweak in his hamstring. This is not good news for the club, who only have two days left to prepare for Saturday's league match against the Chicago Fire. Matthew Real could see another start at left back, with Wagner not ready to play in a full game just yet.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kai Wagner will be back for the Union in their big Champions League game at Atlas The Union take a 1-0 advantage into the back half of the series after winning at home last Wednesday.

APRIL 11, 2023 • INQUIRER.COM

Upgraded to questionable Wagner (hamstring) is questionable for Saturday's trip to Cincinnati, according to the Philadelphia injury report.

Impact Wagner was reported to be a doubt for the weekend's fixture, though he was upgraded on the injury report. The defender is still targeting a CONCACAF Champions League return against Atlas on April 12. That said an upgrade on the injury report could point towards a return to the bench Saturday.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will likely miss another week Wagner (hamstring) is not expected to return until the second leg of the CONCACAF Champions League quarterfinals match versus Atlas on April 12, reports Philadelphia Union Beat Wri...

Impact Wagner picked up a hamstring injury and was forced to sit out of last weekend's 0-0 draw to Sporting Kansas City. He is set to miss at least a week, ruling him out of the first leg versus Atlas on Tuesday along with Saturday's clash with FC Cincinnati. His loss with be huge offensively, with the 26-year-old already generating 54 crosses (16 accurate) in just five games. Matthew Real will be his replacement in the lineup until he returns,

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hamstring issue Wagner is getting a scan on his hamstring ahead of Saturday's clash against Sporting KC, Philadelphia manager Jim Curtin told team reporter Joe Tansey on Wednesday. He is listed as...

Impact Wagner has started all five of the Union's MLS matches at left-back this season, and he's getting this scan more as a precaution. Matthew Real could replace him in the XI if necessary against Kansas City.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances in loss Wagner took a shot and created four chances in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Orlando City. He also made a clearance, an interception and won two of two tackles in the match.

Impact Wagner was his usual productive self from left-back against Orlando, but it wasn't enough to prevent his side's third defeat in five MLS games to start the season on Saturday.

MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in win Wagner registered one shot (zero on goal), 11 crosses (four accurate) and six corners in Sunday's 1-0 win versus Chicago Fire.

Impact Wagner posted a match-high in both corners attempted and crosses sent in. He's now averaging about 10 crosses per match across three league contests. His two interceptions were also tied for a team-high. Fantasy managers will hope for more performances like this as the young 2023 season rolls along.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in loss Wagner registered 13 crosses (three accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 2-0 loss against Inter Miami CF.

Impact Wagner kept himself busy, totaling 13 crosses in the loss against Miami on Saturday. With 342 crosses in 2022, the defender will continue to be a fiend on the left side of the field, with his career-high of nine assists last season.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance in season opener Wagner took a shot and created a chance in Saturday's 4-1 victory against the Crew. He also had two tackles in the match.

Impact Wagner was back in the XI at left-back against Columbus on Saturday. He had an excellent 2022 with nine assists from 88 chances created -- both were league-highs among defenders -- and will want to prove that he can do it again in this campaign.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Curtin: Philadelphia Union defender Kai Wagner "can play anywhere" | MLSSoccer.com For now, left back Kai Wagner remains with the Philadelphia Union.

JANUARY 12, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Records assist against LAFC Wagner created three chances and assisted a goal in Saturday's 3-3 (3-0 after penalties) defeat against LAFC in the MLS Cup Final. He also made a block, two clearances and three in...

Impact Wagner sent Saturday's game into extra time as he set up Jack Elliott's 85th-minute headed equalizer with a cross, but he saw his spot kick in the penalty shootout saved by John McCarthy as his side fell in the Cup Final to LAFC. The 25-year-old was arguably MLS's best full-back in 2022 as he kept 15 clean sheets and assisted nine goals as he played 97 percent of the Union's league minutes from left-back.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in playoff win Wagner took a shot on target and made two interceptions in Sunday's 3-1 victory against NYCFC in the Eastern Conference Final. He also won three of three tackles in the match.

Impact Wagner wasn't able to be the passing threat from left-back in Sunday's Conference Final, but he was still very solid defensively against New York City. Next weekend he will take on Supporters' Shield winners LAFC in the MLS Cup Final.

OCTOBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE