LUCAS ZELARAYÁN NEWS

Called up for Armenia Zelarayan was called up by the Armenia national team for EURO qualification.

Impact Zelarayan will be sidelined for a Saturday clash with Atlanta and will be a heavy doubt to return before an April 1 match against Salt Lake. The forward has been a nailed-on starter as always, scoring twice while creating five chances in the opening four matches.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates one chance Zelarayan took two shots (one on goal), crossed three times inaccurately and created a chance during Saturday's 2-1 loss to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Zelarayan was held off the scoresheet as Columbus found just one goal during Saturday's loss. The attacker has had an excellent start to the season, leading the Crew in goals, shots and crosses through four matches.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

15 crosses at Toronto Zelarayan created three chances, took two shots (one on target) and had 15 crosses (five accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw at Toronto FC.

Impact Zelarayan showcased his creative abilities Saturday, as he whipped in a whopping 15 crosses and took nine corners. His 15 crosses (five accurate) are triple the amount he recorded in his first two games combined. He recorded just two corners taken in his first two matches too, and recorded nine Saturday. He created a season high three chances as well, and took two shots (one on target) in his full 90 minutes of action.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores brace in win Zelarayan scored two goals on five shots (two on target), created one chance and had one inaccurate cross in Saturday's 2-0 win versus D.C.

Impact Zelarayan was in vintage form Saturday, as he scored the only two goals of the game. His first came in the 10th minute off an assist from Cucho Hernandez, and the second came in the 44th minute off a through ball from Alexandru Matan. Zelarayan also created one chance in the match, took one corner and recorded one inaccurate cross. He produced a bit on defense in the clean sheet too, as he attempted one tackle, made one clearance and intercepted one pass in his 89 minutes of action.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Zelarayan scores twice to lead Crew over DC United 2-0

Lucas Zelarayán scored twice and Eloy Room posted a clean sheet as the Columbus Crew defeated D

MARCH 5, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Available for Saturday Zelarayan was training individually with the Crew this week but manager Wilfried Nancy told Bailey Johnson of the Columbus Dispatch Thursday that he is fully fit for this weekend's...

Impact Zelarayan's individual training session was planned this week and his availability to face D.C. will not be affected. He took four shots (one on target) from attacking midfield in the season-opening loss to Philadelphia.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in opener Zelarayan took four shots (one on target), had four crosses (one accurate) and picked up a yellow card in Saturday's 4-1 loss as Philadelphia.

Impact Zelarayan had a solid performance on the attack Saturday, as he led the team in shots (four) and crosses (four). He also picked up a yellow card in the 58th minute, his first booking of the season. He is coming off two consecutive very good seasons, as he scored over 10 goals and had over 15 goal contributions in both 2021 and 2022. While he failed to record a goal contribution Saturday, there is no reason to believe he won't have another successful season paired up with Cucho Hernandez in the Crew's attack.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against Orlando Zelarayan took four shots (two on target) and assisted a goal in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Orlando City. He also made an interception and won one of one tackles in the match, and...

Impact Zelarayan set up Derrick Etienne's opener Sunday with a no-look pass and remained a constant menace to his opponents throughout, but it wasn't enough to earn a result that would have clinched a spot in the playoffs for Columbus. He ends the season with 10 goals and seven assists in 29 MLS appearances (25 starts), which is more goal involvements than his total from 2021 -- 12 goals, four assists -- despite a few injuries causing him to miss some time.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Etienne leads the Columbus Crew against Orlando City

Derrick Etienne leads the Columbus Crew into a matchup with Orlando City after scoring two goals against the New York Red Bulls

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores goal against Charlotte Zelarayan took six shots (four on target) and scored a goal in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Charlotte FC. He also made an interception and created three chances in the match.

Impact Zelarayan scored a direct free kick from just past the midfield line on Wednesday and was a constant menace throughout the game. He will be ready to take on Orlando City Sunday in a Decision Day clash that doubles as a de facto playoff qualification match.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Columbus Crew face the New York Red Bulls in Eastern Conference action

The New York Red Bulls visit the Columbus Crew in Eastern Conference action

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Records assist against Portland Zelarayan took five shots (one on target) and assisted a goal in Sunday's 1-1 draw against the Timbers. He created four chances overall in the match.

Impact Zelarayan was very dangerous going forward Sunday and he set up Kevin Molino's opening goal, but his side was still pegged back for a draw that leaves the Crew just outside the playoff picture with three games left in the regular season.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Columbus Crew look to end road draw streak against Inter Miami

The Columbus Crew take on Inter Miami after playing to a draw in four straight road games

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Columbus Crew take shutout streak into matchup with CF Montreal

The Columbus Crew head into a matchup against CF Montreal after notching two straight shutout wins

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Columbus Crew play the Chicago Fire after shutout win

A game after shutting out Inter Miami 1-0, the Columbus Crew face the Chicago Fire

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Columbus Crew host Atlanta United in Eastern Conference play

Atlanta United visits the Columbus Crew in Eastern Conference action

AUGUST 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Plays well in Colorado Zelarayan recorded one shot (one on target), six corners and 10 crosses (four accurate) during Columbus's 1-1 draw Saturday with the Colorado Rapids.

Impact Zelarayan was also shown a yellow card in the 63rd minute, and this was the first time in the past three games that he has been held off the score sheet. Nonetheless, the Armenian forward was still plenty involved throughout a game that yielded relatively few chances for either side. Up next for Columbus is a home tilt with Atlanta United next Sunday.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Zelarrayan leads the Columbus Crew against the Colorado Rapids

Lucas Zelarrayan leads the Columbus Crew into a matchup with the Colorado Rapids after a two-goal performance against New York City FC

AUGUST 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nets brace in win Zelarayan scored two goals off eight shots (three on target), created one chance, sent in five crosses (one accurate) and drew two fouls during Saturday's 3-2 win over New York Cit...

Impact Zelarayan had a man-of-the-match performance here, probably one of his best of the season so far. The attacker initiated the play that led to his side's first goal, scored the second with a classy finish from just outside the box in the 27th minute and then appeared at the right place to net the game-winner with a one-timed shot in the with 15 minutes left. The eight shots attempted by Zelarayan were a season high and he has now four goals and four assists over his last six appearances. Up next for him is Saturday's visit to Colorado.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal as midfielder Zelarayan scored one goal during a 2-1 loss Wednesday versus CF Montreal.

Impact Three weeks ago, the Crew reverted to using a 4-2-3-1 formation that they used again Wednesday. Zelarayan continues being an admirable midfielder. Currently, his 2022 goal tally is six. Zelarayan logged all the goals as a central attacking midfielder.

AUGUST 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Waterman nets pivotal goal as Montreal defeats Crew 2-1

Joel Waterman scored in the fourth minute of stoppage time and Montreal beat the Columbus Crew 2-1

AUGUST 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Columbus Crew take shutout streak into matchup against CF Montreal

The Columbus Crew head into a matchup against CF Montreal after notching two straight shutout wins

AUGUST 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Charlotte game postponed Zelarayan and Columbus' match against Charlotte FC on Sunday has been postponed to a later date due to inclement weather.

Impact The teams were able to play 16 minutes of the match on Sunday, but the rest will have to be saved for a later date. Next up for the Crew is Wednesday's clash against CF Montreal.

JULY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates five chances against Revs Zelarayan took three shots (two on target) and created five chances in Saturday's 0-0 draw against New England.

Impact Columbus' attack looks revitalized with the addition of Cucho Hernandez, and the team was still very dangerous going forward on Saturday even if they couldn't break through into Djordje Petrovic's goal. Zelarayan is averaging 2.3 shots (one on target) and 3.3 chances created per game since returning from a thigh injury in late June, and he has a goal and four assists in that span.

JULY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Columbus Crew play the New England Revolution after shutout win

A game after shutting out Cincinnati 2-0, the Columbus Crew host the New England Revolution

JULY 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS