JULY 24, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Crew transfer D Milos Degenek to Red Star Belgrade The Columbus Crew announced the transfer Monday of defender Milos Degenek to Serbia’s Red Star Belgrade.
Returns to bench Degenek (Achilles) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Nashville.
Impact Degenek is on the bench after missing over two months with an Achilles injury. The defender is back available, and could return to the starting XI in the near future.
JUNE 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Upgraded to questionable Degenek (Achilles) could face a fitness test in order to be available for selection in Saturday's clash against Nashville SC, as he's listed as questionable in the Crew's injury re...
Impact Degenek is nearing a return to action since suffering an Achilles injury in April, and he could be available as soon as this weekend against Nashville.
JUNE 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Training individually Degenek (Achilles) was back doing individual work in training with the Crew on Wednesday, according to Massive Report's Patrick Murphy.
Impact Degenek has been sidelined since April with an Achilles injury that has forced him to miss Columbus' last seven league games. He's progressing with his recovery, but still likely needs a bit more time.
JUNE 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Progressing with recovery Degenek (Achilles) "is coming along slowly but surely" in his recovery from injury, Crew manager Wilfried Nancy told Patrick Murphy of Massive Report Wednesday.
Impact Degenek has missed Columbus' last six league games with an Achilles injury he suffered in late April, and it seems he will remain sidelined for at least a little while longer. Fellow center-backs Josh Williams (ankle) and Gustavo Vallecilla (hamstring) are also currently dealing with injuries.
JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out 3-6 weeks with Achilles issue Degenek is expected to be sidelined for 3-6 weeks while recovering from an "issue with his Achilles tendon," Crew manager Wilfried Nancy told the Columbus Dispatch's Bailey Johnson...
Impact Degenek suffered this injury in the loss to Inter Miami in late April, and he'll continue to miss at least Columbus' next five league games through early June after already sitting out against Orlando City last weekend. Philip Quinton should continue in his place alongside Steven Moreira and Gustavo Vallecilla in the back-three.
MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Still dealing with pain Degenek (hamstring) is uncertain for Saturday's clash with Orlando, manager Wilfried Nancy told Patrick Murphy of CBS Sports.
Impact Degenek came off with a hamstring issue against Miami and is still dealing with pain. The defender has been a consistent starter, though if he's unable to go for Saturday's clash with Orlando it would likely be Philip Quinton slotting into central defense in his place.
MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off injured against Miami Degenek was subbed out of Saturday's defeat against Inter Miami in the 13th minute after suffering an injury. He won one of two tackles in the match before being taken off.
Impact Degenek has started nine of Columbus' 10 MLS matches this season in the back-three, but he had to come off early in Saturday's game due to an injury. He'll have an extra week to recover before the clash against Orlando City on May 13, but Philip Quinton could replace him in the XI if necessary.
MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores own goal in draw Degenek recorded an own goal, one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against New England Revolution. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...
Impact Degenek scored an own goal Saturday in the 58th minute, the Revolution's only goal in the match. Other than that he had a solid defensive performance, winning all four of his attempted tackles, intercepting one pass, making six clearances and blocking one shot in his full 90 minutes of action. He also picked up a yellow card in the 43rd minute, his second booking of the season.
APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Keeps clean sheet in win Degenek made four clearances in Saturday's 2-0 victory against D.C. United.
Impact Degenek has kept back-to-back clean sheets for the Crew against RSL and D.C. since returning from international duty.
APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Returning to club Degenek (not injury related) will be back in Columbus Thursday, Bailey Johnson of the Columbus Dispatch reports. He is expected to be available for Saturday's clash against Real Sa...
Impact Degenek missed last weekend's blowout win over Atlanta United while away on national team duty, with Gustavo Vallecilla taking his place alongside Steven Moreira and Philip Quinton in the back-three for the match.
MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Called up by Socceroo's Degenek was called up for March 24 and 28 friendlies with the Australia national team.
Impact Degenek was summoned by the Australia national team for the pair of international friendlies. The defender will be ruled out for a Saturday match with Atlanta and will be a doubt to return before an April 1 clash with Salt Lake.
MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Clean sheet in win Degenek created one chance, made four clearances and kept a clean sheet in Saturday's 2-0 win versus D.C.
Impact Degenek helped keep the Crew's first clean sheet of the season Saturday, as the defense only allowed three shots on target through 90 minutes of action. He filled the stat sheet, as he won his lone tackle attempted, intercepted two passes, made four clearances and blocked one shot. He also created one chance in the match and drew one foul. He faces a matchup of similar difficulty next Saturday at Toronto who have scored three goals in two matches this season.
MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Australia won't face "11 Messi's": Milos Degenek dreams of World Cup history | MLSSoccer.com On Saturday at the 2022 FIFA World Cup, there’s a good chance Columbus Crew defender Milos Degenek will come toe-to-toe with none other than...
DECEMBER 2, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Milos Degenek & Australia march into World Cup Round of 16 | MLSSoccer.com Australia and Columbus Crew defender Milos Degenek are through!
NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Starts finale Degenek started and played 90 minutes during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Denmark.
Impact Degenek got the start for the finale, making four tackles and helping secure a heroic win against Denmark. This upset sends Australia into the knockout stage, where Degenek could see an increased role, especially after his excellent showing during Wednesday's win.
NOVEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Columbus Crew's Milos Degenek on Australia World Cup roster Columbus Crew defender Milos Degenek is heading to the World Cup after being named in the Australia squad.
NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Columbus Crew defender Milos Degenek named to Australia's World Cup team Miloš Degenek is headed to his second World Cup as a member of Australia's team.
NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • USATODAY.COM
World Cup call-up: Columbus Crew defender Milos Degenek joins Australia | MLSSoccer.com The Socceroos will have an MLS presence at the FIFA 2022 World Cup in Qatar.
NOVEMBER 8, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Makes three clearances in loss Degenek made three clearances, a block and an interception in Sunday's 2-1 season finale defeat against Orlando City.
Impact Degenek kept four clean sheets in 28 appearances (24 starts) during his rookie season in MLS, forming a center-back partnership with Jonathan Mensah in Columbus that just failed to qualify for the playoffs on Decision Day.
OCTOBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Returns in win Degenek (hamstring) played one minute off the bench in Sunday's 2-0 win against Cincinnati.
Impact Degenek missed the prior two matches with a hamstring injury, but he was healthy enough to at least come onto the pitch Sunday to secure the clean sheet. He's started when healthy this season and figures to replace Josh Williams at center-back going forward, assuming he's completely removed from the hamstring issue.
JULY 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Still training separately Degenek (hamstring) trained separately during Friday's session, according to Thomas Costello of Massive Report.
Impact Degenek has missed each of the last two matches and could be out for at least one more, Sunday's derby against FC Cincinnati. He's started in 13 of his 14 appearances this season and Jalil Anibaba could continue to play while Degenek is unavailable.
JULY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Facing fitness test for mid-week Degenek (hamstring) will be questionable for Wednesday's clash against D.C. United, Columbus manager Caleb Porter said Tuesday.
Impact Degenek missed Saturday's win over the Fire due to a hamstring tweak, but he could be ready to return already on Wednesday. Jalil Anibaba replaced him in the back-three last weekend, but Porter could opt to revert to a back-four against D.C. with Jonathan Mensah suspended for the match.
JULY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Chicago Degenek missed Saturday's victory against the Fire due to a hamstring injury, Jacob Myers of the Columbus Dispatch reports.
Impact Degenek picked up a knock on his hamstring this week, but the injury isn't expected to be serious. Jalil Anibaba replaced him in the back-three on Saturday and could do so again Wednesday versus D.C. United.
JULY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Makes six clearances in win Degenek made three tackles (one won), six clearances, two interceptions and one block during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Toronto.
Impact Degenek had a very solid performance at the heart of the defense, putting up great numbers while keeping opposing forwards at bay and being key for his side to withstand some stretches of pressure as the opposition spent the last half hour in search of a game-tying goal. With 22 clearances over his last four starts, the centre back will try to keep it up during Sunday's home match against Philadelphia.
JULY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
