LUCAS ZELARAYÁN NEWS

Sends in eight crosses versus Miami Zelarayan sent in eight crosses (two accurate) and created two chances in Saturday's 4-0 win against Inter Miami.

Impact Zelarayan was involved in the attack as usual as he took five corners and produced eight crosses (two accurate), which helped create two chances, although no goals came directly from those opportunities. He also took two shots (off target), made two interceptions, made a clearance and drew two fouls in the victory. Zelarayan has seven goals and four assists (two secondary) through 27 appearances this season. Columbus will be on the road Wednesday against Nashville.

OCTOBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Whips 12 crosses in 3-0 loss Zelarayan produced four shots (one on target), created one chance, sent 12 crosses (two accurate) and took seven corners during the 3-0 loss to Philadelphia on Sunday.

Impact Zelarayan was easily the best offensive player for Columbus in their shutout loss Sunday. The midfielder had a third of the shots for the club, but the majority of his value came from his set-pieces. Otherwise, his shot volume carried the value. He will remain one of the most important pieces for the Crew moving forward.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Zardes leads Columbus against Philadelphia after 2-goal outing

Gyasi Zardes leads Columbus into a matchup with Philadelphia after registering two goals against Montreal

OCTOBER 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Surprise bench appearance Zelarayan (hip) is on the bench for Saturday's showdown with Montreal.

Impact Zelarayan was doubtful for Saturday's match, but is surprisingly included on the bench. It's unclear how fit he actually is, and if he could actually play Saturday, but if nothing else this is a good sign for his recovery before a Saturday trip to Philadelphia.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Montreal visits the Columbus Crew in Eastern Conference action

The Columbus Crew host Montreal in Eastern Conference action

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Doubtful against Montreal Zelarayan (hip) is doubtful for Saturday's clash with Montreal, according to Jacob Myers of The Columbus Dispatch.

Impact Zelarayan isn't quite ruled out yet, but it's not looking good for the playmaker, who was labeled as doubtful, and missed training Tuesday. It will take a steep recovery for Zelarayan to make the bench, let alone the starting XI, look for Luis Diaz to have some extra time if Zelarayan can't go.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Revs trip Zelarayan is listed as questionable for Saturday's trip to New England due to a hip injury, according to Patrick Murphy of Massive Report.

Impact Zelarayan has scored just one time in his last seven starts but his high crossing rate and chance creation still makes him a reliable asset. If he's unable to play in this game, Luis Diaz and Derrick Etienne can help fill some of his creative duties.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers 11 crosses in win Zelarayan took four shots (two on target), delivered 11 crosses and created two chances in Tuesday's 2-1 win versus New York Red Bulls.

Impact Zelarayan was not able to find the back of the net Tuesday but he still managed to rack up offensive stats due to his role on set pieces. The midfielder has now registered one goal in his last four appearances, along with producing 14 shots, 15 chances created and 40 crosses in the same time span.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Another all-around stat line Zelarayan recorded 10 crosses, seven corners and two chances created during a 1-0 loss Saturday against Inter Miami.

Impact Zelarayan averaged 8.3 crosses, 4.3 corners and 2.3 chances created across his last 16 appearances with Columbus. Those numbers indicate he has the potential to supply great value in multiple ways despite recording only one assist during that span.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Cincinnati Zelarayan scored a goal on five shots (three on goal) and created five chances in Friday's 3-2 win against Cincinnati.

Impact Zelarayan broke the deadlock with a precise free kick from outside the box that curled right into the top corner for a 1-0 lead in the 45th minute of the first half. He had numerous opportunities for more goals, but two of his shots were saved and one of them hit the crossbar. He also took six corners, sent in nine total crosses (five accurate) and created five chances, which ties his second personal best for chances created in a single game this season. Zelarayan now has seven goals and three assists (one secondary) through 21 appearances this season. Columbus will look to carry momentum into Saturday's game against Orlando.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates six chances in loss Zelarayan created six chances from 11 crosses (five accurate) during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Seattle.

Impact Zelarayan has had a major problem getting dispossessed on dribbles, but is otherwise important enough to his team that his production is usually exceptional in a given game. One would hope that after hitting double-digit crosses for the first time since the beginning of July that Zelarayan has found his stride heading into Friday's match against FC Cincinnati.

AUGUST 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in loss Zelarayan created three chances in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Chicago.

Impact Zelarayan was a threat to the Fire with his passing on Sunday, but he couldn't find the killer pass that would have led to an equalizer. He will try again Wednesday against the Red Bulls, which are 11th in the Eastern Conference.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in loss Zelarayan took four shots (one on target) and assisted a goal in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Atlanta United. He also made an interception and won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Zelarayan set up a Jonathan Mensah goal with a cross on Saturday, but he couldn't find a way into the net for himself to grab an equalizer. He will be looking for his seventh goal of the season next weekend against Chicago, which have conceded 28 times in 17 MLS matches.

AUGUST 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal Zelarayan scored one goal with four shots (one on goal) during a 4-2 loss Wednesday versus D.C. United.

Impact Zelarayan possesses six goals across 2021. The midfielder scored twice against D.C. United, showing how valuable he would have been to fantasy owners during fixtures between those two teams.

AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fires three shots Zelarayan took three off target shots and crossed three times (one accurate) during Friday's 4-1 loss to NYCFC.

Impact Zelarayan was held off the scoresheet as Columbus were dominated by NYCFC on Friday. The midfielder's three crosses were the second most on the team while his three shots tied for the team-high total in the loss. Zelarayan was subbed off in the 75th minute.

JULY 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in win Zelarayan made an interception and created three chances in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Atlanta United.

Impact Zelarayan came off the bench at halftime and was a creative threat to Atlanta on Saturday, and he grabbed a secondary assist for Jonathan Mensah's goal. He should return to the starting XI for Friday's game against NYCFC, which are seventh in the Eastern Conference.

JULY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes six shots in draw Zelarayan took six shots and created three chances in Wednesday's 0-0 draw against Nashville SC. He also won two of two tackles in the match.

Impact Zelarayan was a constant danger on Wednesday, but his shooting against Nashville wasn't accurate enough after scoring in each of his previous two games. He will try to be more clinical Saturday against Atlanta United, which have conceded 17 goals in 14 matches this season.

JULY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against New York City Zelarayan scored a free kick goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory against NYCFC.

Impact Zelarayan scored his third goal against NYCFC this season from free kicks on Saturday, this one the game winner just past the hour mark. He's up to five goals overall this season, including two in his last two games, and he will hope to continue this form into Wednesday's clash against Nashville SC, which have conceded 14 times in 13 MLS matches.

JULY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Involved in both goals Zelarayan scored a goal and added an assist while taking four shots (one on goal), crossing seven times (two accurate) and creating four chances during Friday's 2-2 draw with Cinci...

Impact Zelarayan found the back of the net in first half stoppage time before setting up Miguel Berry in the 77th to play a role in both Columbus goals. The goal was the fourth of the season for the forward, while the assist was number one on the year. Zelarayan led the Crew in shots, crosses and chances created in the draw.

JULY 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Eleven crosses in draw Zelarayan sent in 11 crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's two-all draw with New England.

Impact Zelarayan has a solid floor with his duty on corners, but he seems unable to do much against tough teams with them. Despite his season-high volume he only managed to create one chance, and stayed off the score sheet. Zelarayan will hope to bounce back Friday, against Cincinnati.

JULY 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fills stat sheet against Austin Zelarayan had five shots (three on target), created four chances and sent in 11 crosses (four accurate) during Sunday's scoreless draw against Austin.

Impact Zelarayan was arguably the man of the match here, being a menace both with his playmaking and finishing plays himself. He used his skills to dribble past his opponents at will and pace his side in crosses and chances created. On the other hand, despite his eye-popping numbers, Zelarayan had no goals or assists over his last four starts. He'll try to put this drought to an end during Saturday's clash against New England.

JUNE 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Eight crosses in win Zelarayan sent in eight crosses (three accurate) during Saturday's 2-0 win over Chicago.

Impact Zelarayan was inventive through the middle of the attack, and with his consistent duty on corners kept up his streak of peppering crosses. The midfielder has been brilliant to start the year, and is quickly becoming the standout of the Columbus midfield. He will look to keep that going Wednesday, against Philadelphia

JUNE 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots for victory Zelarayan had three shots (two on target), nine crosses (two accurate), two dribbles, four tackles (one won), two interceptions and four corners in Saturday's 2-1 win over Toronto...

Impact Zelarayan was hands down one of the best cogs on the pitch and continued his stellar form with another great stat haul. The playmaker scored three times over his previous three matches while taking at least one shot in each of his six starts while mounting a total of 13 (eight on target) on the season. He's also racked up 12 chances created and whopping 40 crosses already and set pieces also boost his numebrs.

MAY 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Zelarrayan leads Columbus into matchup with Toronto FC after 2-goal game

Columbus hosts Toronto FC after Lucas Zelarrayan registered two goals against New York City FC

MAY 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nets late brace Zelarayan scored twice while taking three shots (all on goal), crossing seven times (two accurate) and creating a chance during Saturday's 2-1 win over NYCFC.

Impact Zelarayan left it late, but scored in the 82nd and 95th minutes to claim all three points for Columbus. The goals upped the midfielder's season total to three on the year, while he led the team in shots, crosses and chances created.

MAY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE