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SAINT LOUIS CITY SC 8-13-13 · 12TH IN WESTERN CONFERENCE
8-13-13 · 12TH IN WESTERN CONFERENCE
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St. Louis City upends Galaxy on Marcel Hartel goal Marcel Hartel scored the tiebreaking goal midway through the second half to help St.Louis City post a 2-1 victory over the Los Angeles Galax...
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St. Louis CITY SC vs. LA Galaxy | Full Match Highlights
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Newcomers Cedric Teuchert, Marcel Hartel lead St. Louis City to 2-1 victory over Galaxy
St. Louis City rode goals by newcomers Cedric Teuchert and Marcel Hartel to a 2-1 victory over the Western Conference-leading Los Angeles GalaxySEPTEMBER 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Joao Klauss - Option for Sunday Klauss (knee) is on the bench for Sunday's match versus the Galaxy.
Impact Klauss has been out of action since June following a knee injury. He will look to see some time on the pitch Sunday while working back his form so he can start in future games, after starting 17 times in 19 MLS games prior to his injury, scoring five goals with two assists.
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Rasmus Alm - On bench Alm (knee) is on the bench for Sunday's match against the Galaxy.
Impact Alm is back on the bench as expected after missing some time with a knee injury. Until the forward is back to full form, that is when he will return to the starting XI after scoring once with two assists in 12 appearances for St Louis.
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LA Galaxy look to extend win streak in matchup with Saint Louis City SC
The LA Galaxy will attempt to continue a three-game win streak with a victory over Saint Louis City SCAUGUST 31 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Rasmus Alm - Option for Sunday Alm (knee) is set to return Sunday against the Galaxy but won't be ready for starting time, according to Tom Timmermann of the St. Louis-dispatch.
Impact Alm has been out since early June but after returning to training last week, he is now fit for a return. However, he won't return to his starting spot immediately, as he is not yet ready for starting minutes. That said, expect him to see time off the bench, likely starting in their next contest.
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Joao Klauss - Set for return Klauss (knee) is set to return Sunday against the Galaxy but won't see starting time, according to Tom Timmermann of the St. Louis-Dispatch.
Impact Klauss began to train last week, so it is no surprise to see he is an option for Sunday. However, he won't see starting time in his return to play, as he is not yet ready for starting time. That said, expect him to get time off the bench to test his legs, probably returning to the starting XI in their next match.
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Marcel Hartel - Assists two against Portland Timbers Hartel assisted twice to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 4-4 draw versus Portland Timbers. In addition, he was given...
Impact Marcel Hartel made an impressive league debut, delivering precise corners that led to goals for Simon Becher in the 10th minute and Cedric Teuchert in first-half stoppage time. In addition to his assists, Hartel created two chances, completed a dribble, and showcased his defensive abilities with four clearances, three tackles, two blocks, and one interception. Having joined from FC St. Pauli, Hartel's all-around performance marked a dream start to his new chapter in the league.
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Simon Becher - Scores against Portland Timbers Becher scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-4 draw against Portland Timbers.
Impact Becher marked his first league appearance of the season by heading in the opener in the 10th minute, assisted by Marcel Hartel. In addition to his goal, Becher completed two dribbles and won a penalty, showcasing his instant impact after joining from AC Horsens.
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Eduard Lowen - Nets against Portland Timbers Lowen scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-4 draw against Portland Timbers.
Impact Lowen confidently converted a penalty in the 36th minute to double Louis City's lead. Along with his goal, he created a chance, completed a dribble, and was solid defensively with five tackles, three clearances, and an interception. Lowen has been a designated penalty taker this season, with three of his four goals coming from the spot.
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Nokkvi Thorisson - Scores against Portland Timbers Thorisson scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-4 draw versus Portland Timbers. In addition, he was...
Impact Thorisson scored a spectacular goal in the 58th minute, assisted by Cedric Teuchert. In addition to his goal, Thorisson created a chance and contributed defensively with a clearance and an interception. This impressive performance brings his total to four goals this season, with three of those coming in the last four games.
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Cedric Teuchert - Scores and assists against Portland Timbers Teuchert scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and two chances created in Saturday's 4-4 draw versus Portland Timbers.
Impact Teuchert headed in Marcel Hartel's corner during first-half stoppage time, marking his first goal in only his second league appearance since transferring from Hannover. In addition to scoring, Teuchert created two chances and made a clearance, thereby showcasing his early impact on the team.
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Roman Burki - Concedes four against Portland Timbers Burki registered six saves and allowed four goals in Saturday's 4-4 draw against Portland Timbers.
Impact Burki recorded six saves and two clearances and yet conceded four goals. In his last five appearances, he has now recorded 22 saves but has not kept a clean sheet. Up next, he will face LA Galaxy.
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Cedric Teuchert - In starting XI Saturday Teuchert (hamstring) is back in the starting lineup Saturday against Portland Timbers.
Impact Teuchert will look to rack up offensive stats in his second league appearance of the year. He was gaining momentum over four starts in the Leagues Cup tournament, where he found the back of the net twice. He picked up an injury in the last of those games, but it turned out to be a minor problem, so he could play a significant role in upcoming contests.
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Chris Durkin - Starting at Portland Durkin (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Portland Timbers.
Impact Durkin is available for an MLS game for the first time since July 18, heading straight into the initial squad Saturday. He'll likely operate in defensive midfield alongside Eduard Lowen, a position from which he has averaged 27.8 accurate passes, 4.9 balls recovered and 2.4 tackles per game this season.
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Cedric Teuchert - Handed questionable tag Teuchert (hamstring) is questionable for Saturday's trip to Portland, according to the MLS injury report.
Impact Teuchert is struggling with a thigh injury and is questionable for Saturday's clash. The forward hasn't played a major role since joining St. Louis, though he did start the final match before the Leagues Cup break. Teuchert will hope to get fit and play his way into a more consistent starting role with MLS resuming.
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Portland Timbers host Saint Louis City SC on 4-game home winning streak
The Portland Timbers host Saint Louis City SC trying to continue a four-game home winning streakAUGUST 23 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Rasmus Alm - Trains briefly Alm (knee) was able to train in some parts of training ahead of Satruday's trip to Portland, reports Tom Timmermann of the St Louis Post Dispatched.
Impact Alm is a heavy doubt to return Saturday after missing the last two months with a knee injury. Nokkvi Thorisson had been getting playing time at the Leagues Cup in his absences and is set to get the start again Saturday in the attacking midfield, alongside Indiana Vassilev and Marcel Hartel.
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Joao Klauss - Begins training Klauss (knee) was able to take part in parts of training ahead of Saturday's trip to Portland, according to Tom Timmermann of the St Louis Post Dispatched.
Impact Klauss has been out of action for the last month and a half with a knee injury. He is expected to be questionable for Saturday, depending if he is able to pass fitness. The forward is currently riding a eight match scoreless streak, assisting once while making 27 shots (seven on target) in that span.
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Joakim Nilsson - Takes part is parts of training Nilsson (hamstring) was able to train briefly with the team as he steps in his recovery, reports Tom Timmermann of the St Louis Post Dispatched.
Impact Nilsson did not feature at the Leagues Cup with St Louis as he dealt with a hamstring injury. With the extra time to heal and recovery, the defender is set to be a late call for Saturday's MLS clash with Portland. His last appearance was on Jul 18, having miss a month prior with a leg injury.
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