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James Sands - Back with New York Sands had one tackle (one won) in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Philadelphia Union.

Impact Sands came off the bench for his first match back since serving time with the USMNT. After an impressive tournament with the national team, Sands has turned into one of the more dangerous defensive midfielders in the league, averaging about 2.2 tackles per game.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Andres Jasson - Scores first career MLS goal Jasson scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Philadelphia Union.

Impact Jasson scored his first goal since his debut in 2021, but it was not enough to give the team the win Saturday. He has kept a bench role so far, with Santiago Rodriguez, Richard Ledezma and Gabriel Pereira all the favorites to start in the attacking midfield. However, with rumors of Talles Magno possibly leaving, there is a chance that he can climb up the depth chart if he can keep putting up consistent performances.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Barraza - Struggles in loss Barraza made one save and allowed two goals in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Philadelphia Union.

Impact Barraza was only able to make a save while allowing two goals to take the loss Saturday. He did not have his best match, letting in two easy goals that also resulted in their eighth loss of the season. The keeper will welcome a visit from Atlas for the League's Cup on July 23, who have scored just two goals in their last three games.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Union knock off New York City FC Jose Martinez and Chris Donovan scored goals as the host Philadelphia Union held on for a 2-1 victory over New York City FC on Saturday nigh...

JULY 16, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Union beat NYCFC 2-1 for record 17th win in 20 home matches

José Martínez and Chris Donovan scored goals to lead Philadelphia to a 2-1 victory over New York City FC, giving the Union a league-record 17 wins in their last 20 home matches

JULY 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

James Sands - Back on bench Sands is back from international duty and on the bench for Saturday's clash with Philadelphia.

Impact Sands returned to New York from the USMNT's unsuccessful Gold Cup campaign and is back on the bench. The defender will have time to gel with the squad once more during the upcoming Summer break.

JULY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

NYCFC trade D Tony Alfaro to Galaxy for GAM New York City FC traded defender Tony Alfaro to the L.A.

JULY 11, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

LA Galaxy acquire defender Tony Alfaro from NYCFC | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - LA receive: Tony Alfaro - NYC receive: Up to $500k GAM The LA Galaxy have acquired veteran MLS defender Ton...

JULY 11, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Santiago Rodriguez - Assists in draw Rodriguez assisted once to go with five crosses (four accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Columbus Crew. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 68th m...

Impact Rodriguez continues to be a dominant presence in the midfield, recording 17 crosses (10 accurate) and 15 chances created in the last six games. He ups his average crosses per contest to 3.4. The lack of a striker has affected the midfielder, following a season where he totaled 14 assists that led the league in 2022.

JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Justin Haak - Scores first MLS goal Haak scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Columbus Crew. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 102nd minute.

Impact Haak scored a wonderful goal for his first of his career. He's started the last eight matches at center back for the injured Thiago Martins. Now that he is back, Haak could compete with Martins for a permanent starting role, or if New York decide to stay with three center backs, he can start alongside Maxime Chanot and Martins, with either Tayvon Gray or Mitja Ilenic sharing playing time at outside midfield.

JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Barraza - Three saves in draw Barraza had three saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Columbus Crew. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 13th minute.

Impact Barraza was on his way to his fifth clean sheet, however a late goal from Columbus ruined that chance for his second goal allowed in two matches. Since June 3, he's not allowed more than two goals per game with an average of 2.6 saves per contest. The keeper will head to Philadelphia on Saturday, who have scored eight goals in the last five matches.

JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Zawadzki's late goal helps Crew earn 1-1 draw with NYCFC

Sean Zawadzki scored a short-handed goal in the fourth-minute of stoppage time after teammate Cucho Hernández received a second-half red card and the Columbus Crew rallied for a 1-...

JULY 9, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sean Zawadzki tallies late as Crew, NYCFC draw Sean Zawadzki scored in the fourth minute of second-half stoppage time as the short-handed Columbus Crew rallied for a 1-1 draw against visi...

JULY 9, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Thiago Martins Bueno - Back quicker than expected Martins subbed in during the 62nd minute of the match against Columbus on Saturday.

Impact Martins made a remarkable recover after having knee surgery in June. He could remain in the starting XI, however the club may not want to risk further injury and could use him off the bench until he is 100%.

JULY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shorthanded Union prepare for grueling week of travel and competition The Union's upcoming three-game stretch will feature road games at LA Galaxy and Nashville and rivalry rematch against New York City FC

JULY 7, 2023 • INQUIRER.COM

Unbeaten streaks collide as NYCFC visit Columbus Unbeaten streaks collide when the Columbus Crew host New York City FC on Saturday night.

JULY 7, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Columbus Crew host New York City FC on 5-game home winning streak

The Columbus Crew host New York City FC looking to extend a five-game home winning streak

JULY 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Gabriel Pereira - Effective in return Gabriel Pereira recorded six shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Charlotte FC.

Impact Gabriel Pereira returned from injury and was very effective off the bench, making six shots in 28 minutes. He is currently the team leader in goals with six and is likely to return to the lineup with the clash against Columbus.

JULY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keaton Parks - Logs in assist Parks assisted once to go with five chances created in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Charlotte FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 88th minute.

Impact Parks got his second assist in four matches to surpass his career high for a season. He has been having a superb season with the team, keeping consistent starts while maintaining healthy all season. In the last five games, the midfielder has totaled a goal and two assists with seven clearances and six chances created in that span.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Barraza - Lets in one Barraza registered one save and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Charlotte FC.

Impact Barraza's assistance was not required much, making just one save Wednesday. He brings his average goals allowed per match down to 1.1. This follows four goals let in in the last six games, which is very impressive for the keep during his first full season in the MLS. He will travel to Columbus on Saturday, who have scored nine goals in the last five contests.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Santiago Rodriguez - Eligable for return Rodriguez has served his one-match suspension for yellow-card accumulation and is set to return for Saturday's match against the Columbus Crew.

Impact Rodriguez has started his previous 13 matches, totaling three goals on 16 shots (eight on target) and 40 crosses (18 accurate). He is expected start Saturday in the offensive midfield, alongside Matias Pellegrini.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

NYCFC score late to salvage draw vs. Charlotte FC Braian Cufre came to the rescue with an 81st-minute goal, giving New York City FC a 1-1 draw against visiting Charlotte FC on Wednesday nigh...

JULY 6, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Gabriel Pereira - Option off bench Pereira (lower body) is on the bench for Wednesday's clash with Charlotte.

Impact Pereira was removed from the injury report earlier in the week after miss Saturday's Montreal match. The forward is an option once more, though he wasn't deemed fit for a start on his first match back.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE