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USMNT, sparked by Sergiño Dest's goal, earn key World Cup qualifying win vs. Costa Rica

Youthful USMNT show poise, aggression in rallying to dominate Costa Rica in key World Cup qualifier, Doug McIntyre writes.

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Suffers injury with national team Arriola was a late scratch from the USMNT's starting lineup in Wednesday's World Cup qualifier after suffering an injury during warmups.

Impact Arriola is replaced by Tim Weah in the national team lineup on Wednesday, but it is unclear as of yet whether he will be forced to miss additional game time beyond the international window due to his injury. D.C. United plays Nashville in MLS on Saturday.

OCTOBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

US changes 7 starters in World Cup qualifier at Panama

The United States changed seven starters for its World Cup qualifier against Panama, inserting forward Gyasi Zardes along with midfielders Kellyn Acosta, Sebastian Lletget and wing...

OCTOBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ricardo Pepi gives USMNT needed scoring boost again in World Cup qualifying win

Ricardo Pepi scored twice as the USMNT topped Jamaica in a World Cup qualifier. Doug McIntyre has takeaways from the game.

OCTOBER 8, 2021

Adams: US was `just a little bit naive' in early qualifiers

Tyler Adams admits American players weren’t fully ready last month for the physical, fast-paced start of World Cup qualifying in CONCACAF, where fields in Central America can be dr...

OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Creates two chances in win Arriola created two chances and won one of two tackles in Wednesday's 3-1 win against Minnesota.

Impact Arriola took two shots (off target) and created a couple of chances, but no goals came from his activity in the attack. He also won one of two tackles, made an interception and earned his second yellow card of the season. Arriola has five goals and two assists through 16 appearances this season. D.C. United will be on the road Saturday in its next match against Orlando.

OCTOBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Injured Pulisic, Reyna left off US roster, McKennie returns

Christian Pulisic and Gio Reyna were left off the roster for the United States’ next three World Cup qualifiers because of injuries, and Weston McKennie returned after being droppe...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores brace against Cincinnati Arriola scored two goals in Saturday's 4-2 victory against FC Cincinnati.

Impact Arriola scored his fourth and fifth goals of the season in Saturday's win before being subbed out at halftime, presumably as a precaution due to his injury history. He will want to have a similar impact in Wednesday's clash against Minnesota United, which have conceded 29 times in 25 MLS matches.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Arriola scores 2 goals as DC United beats FC Cincinnati 4-2

Paul Arriola scored two goals, Steven Birnbaum added a goal and an assist and D

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

GOAL: Paul Arriola, DC United - 41st minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

GOAL: Paul Arriola, DC United - 7th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Takes two shots in loss Arriola took two shots in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Atlanta United.

Impact Arriola has now started three games in a row since recovering from a slight knock that kept him out a week in late August, but he is yet to score since that return. Next weekend provides a good opportunity to do so against FC Cincinnati, which have conceded 44 goals in 24 matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

DC United's Kamara scores 3 goals, takes Golden Boot lead

Ola Kamara scored three goals in the first half to take the lead for the Golden Boot award and D

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes shot in draw Arriola played 63 minutes and took a shot in Saturday's 1-1 draw against the Red Bulls.

Impact Arriola made his return on Saturday after missing another two games with an undisclosed injury, and he was still getting back up to speed against New York. He will hope to continue his recovery to full fitness Wednesday against the Fire.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starts Saturday Arriola (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with NYRB.

Impact Arriola missed nearly a month with an undisclosed injury, but seems good-to-go and is back in the starting XI. The forward will look to gel with the rest of the attack, though D.C. United are left with a somewhat grab bag lineup due to injuries.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training Arriola (undisclosed) is back in full training, according to Steven Goff of The Washington Post.

Impact Arriola has been out since the middle of August, but it appears the international break has given him enough time to return to full training. The forward probably won't return straight to the starting XI, but he could make the bench as he eases his way back to match fitness.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

New York Red Bulls host DC United in conference matchup

The New York Red Bulls host DC United in conference action

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pulisic uncertain for World Cup qualifying after COVID

Tyler Adams, Weston McKennie, Gio Reyna and Zack Steffen are among 20 players who could make World Cup qualifying debuts when the United States opens at El Salvador on Sept. 2

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

USMNT lineup for World Cup qualifying in flux due to COVID, glut of injuries

With the USMNT roster for World Cup qualifying out Thursday, major questions remain at key spots, Doug McIntyre writes.

AUGUST 23, 2021

Scores, leaves injured Arriola scored in the 10th minute then had to leave shortly after in Wednesday's loss against the Revolution.

Impact Arriola picks up an injury in his third match following international duty at the Gold Cup. He battled an injury while with the U.S. national team and now it's a new one. He's had trouble staying healthy the last couple seasons and the hope is that this one isn't serious.

AUGUST 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

McNamara, Buchanan score 4 minutes apart in Revs' win

Tommy McNamara and Tajon Buchanan scored four minutes apart in the second half and the New England Revolution beat D

AUGUST 19, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

GOAL: Paul Arriola, DC United - 10th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

AUGUST 18, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Creates beautiful assist in loss Arriola assisted once, took one shot (none on target), created one chance and sent three crosses (none accurate) in the 5-2 loss to Nashville on Sunday.

Impact Arriola has been iffy since his return from the Gold Cup. He has started both matches and in that time he has one assist, four shots, three created chances and four crosses. When comparing that to his production prior to the Cup, it is a little concerning that the lack of playing time has possibly affected him. Nevertheless, Arriola is one of the better offensive minds in the starting XI for D.C. United and he will remain one of the best options.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in return Arriola took three shots (one on goal) and created two chances in 69 minutes of Sunday's 2-1 win over CF Montreal.

Impact Arriola returned from winning the Gold Cup in this game and made a solid impact without needing to finish the full 90. As he works his way back into the team, he'll face a tougher test against the league's third-best defense in Nashville.

AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Montreal Arriola (Gold Cup) is in the starting XI for Sunday's match against Montreal.

Impact It's the first appearance for Arriola since leaving at the beginning of July for the Gold Cup. Fitness may be a concern given that he also battled an injury on international duty, but when in the starting XI for D.C., he's often gone close to a full 90.

AUGUST 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE