SEAN NEALIS NEWS

First assist of season Nealis had an assist with his lone chance created while blocking a shot, making an interception and three clearances during Wednesday's 2-2 draw with Charlotte.

Impact Nealis set up Cameron Harper in the 58th minute assisting the game tying goal for the Red Bulls. The assist was the first in 17 appearances for the center back while his three clearances upped his season total to a team-leading 66.

JUNE 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two clearances Nealis generated two tackles (one won), two clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 win against CF Montreal.

Impact Nealis returned to the starting lineup after serving a suspension last match. He's been averaging about 3.7 clearances a game with 16 in the last five games,

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to return from suspension Nealis will be available for selection in Saturday's clash against CF Montreal after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Nealis missed his first game of the season against Toronto on Wednesday while suspended for yellow card accumulation, but he is likely to plug straight back into the XI along the back line to face Montreal this weekend.

MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On suspension watch Nealis registered one tackle (one won), three clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus New York City FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 72nd...

Impact Nealis has played in every minute this season, totaling 47 clearances and 17 tackles (12 won) in 12 appearances. He brings his average clearances a game to 3.9. However, the defender will have to be careful and not get another yellow card within the next five league matches as he is one away from a one-match ban.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet against Atlanta Nealis registered one tackles (one won) in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Atlanta United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 55th minute.

Impact Nealis did not produce much stats Saturday, with just one won tackle and one clearance all match. This followed a game where he totaled five tackles (two won) and four clearances. The defender is currently averaging 4.8 clearances a contest with 29 on the year thus far.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Strong defensively in shutout Nealis made seven clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Nashville SC.

Impact Nealis has been an anchor at the back for the Red Bulls, as they have allowed just one shot on goal through their first two games of the 2023 campaign. Up next is a tough road test against a Minnesota United side that could continue to be without key playmaker Emanuel Reynoso.

MARCH 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in playoff loss Nealis took three shots (two on target) and won one of one tackles in the 2-1 Round One playoff defeat against FC Cincinnati. He also made a block and five clearances in the match.

Impact Nealis played every minute of New York's MLS campaign this season bar his sending off in the 73rd minute against Sporting KC on July 4 and the red card suspension for the ensuing game. The 25-year-old kept seven clean sheets from central defense and just extended his contract with the Red Bulls through 2026 in October.

NOVEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

New York Red Bulls sign back Sean Nealis to long-term contract extension | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension The New York Red Bulls have signed center back Sean Nealis to a new three-year MLS contract through 2026...

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

New York Red Bulls sign Sean Nealis to new contract through 2026 MLS season The New York Red Bulls have signed defender Sean Nealis to a new three-year contract, the club announced Thursday.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Earns another contract Nealis signed a contract extension with the New York Red Bulls through 2026 with an option for 2027, it was announced Thursday.

Impact Nealis just signed a new contract after the 2021 season and lreadt did enough to earn a new deal, as he made 32 starts in 2022 and kept six clean sheets. While the rest of the team needs to step up their efforts in earning shutouts, Nealis figures to remain a consistent part of the lineup.

OCTOBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four clearances in draw Nealis registered one chance created, three interceptions, four clearances and a yellow card in Saturday's 0-0 draw at DC United.

Impact Nealis had a good defensive performance to help his side earn the clean sheet and the road draw. The centerback led his side in interceptions, while making the second-most clearances during the match. He also received his sixth yellow card of the season, though.

AUGUST 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Kansas City Nealis received a straight red card -- after a VAR review -- for a handball in the 73rd minute of Sunday's 1-0 victory against Sporting KC.

Impact Nealis will be suspended for next weekend's clash against FC Cincinnati, which could be a problem for the Red Bulls as Thomas Edwards (ankle), Andres Reyes (foot) and Lucas Monzon (hamstring) are all dealing with injuries in central defense.

JULY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Long, Red Bulls beat Sporting KC 1-0

Aaron Long scored and the New York Red Bulls beat Sporting Kansas City 1-0 despite playing the 20-plus minutes a man down

JULY 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes 14 clearances in loss Nealis made an interception and 14 clearances in Saturday's 1-0 Round One defeat against Philadelphia. He also created a chance and won two of five tackles in the match.

Impact Nealis defended well for 120 minutes against the Union, but he could do nothing about Jakob Glesnes' late rocket score that knocked the Red Bulls out of the playoffs. Nealis had a breakout season in 2021, keeping 12 clean sheets and scoring a goal in 29 MLS appearances (all starts) and the 24-year-old became the heart of the defense in Aaron Long's (achilles) absence.

NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Nealis made two clearances, an interception and won two of five tackles in Saturday's 1-0 victory against CF Montreal.

Impact Nealis defended well as his side sneaked a win over Montreal with a 91st-minute winning goal on Saturday. It was his 11th clean sheet of the season and he will want to do it again Wednesday against fifth-placed Atlanta United, which have scored 43 goals in 32 mMLS matches.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Columbus Nealis scored a goal and made seven clearances in Saturday's 2-1 victory against the Crew.

Impact Nealis scored his first goal of the season on Saturday, and what a moment for it to come. A game winner for a crucial victory that gives his side some room to maneuver in the race for playoff spots. He will want to have a similar impact Wednesday against D.C. United, which have scored 51 times in 31 MLS matches.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

LI's Nealis scores late winner to lift Red Bulls over Crew COLUMBUS, Ohio — Massapequa's Sean Nealis scored in the 87th minute for his first MLS goal since 2019 and the New York Red Bulls beat the Co...

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • NEWSDAY.COM

Nealis scores first goal since 2019, Red Bulls top Crew 2-1 Sean Nealis scored in the 87nd minute for his first MLS goal since 2019 and the New York Red Bulls beat the Columbus Crew 2-1

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Nealis scores first goal since 2019, Red Bulls top Crew 2-1

Sean Nealis scored in the 87nd minute for his first MLS goal since 2019 and the New York Red Bulls beat the Columbus Crew 2-1

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

GOAL: Sean Nealis, NY Red Bulls - 87th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Defends well in win Nealis made four clearances and won one of one tackles in Saturday's 1-0 victory against FC Cincinnati. He also took a shot in the match.

Impact Nealis helped keep a clean against Cincinnati on Saturday, his eighth of the season. He will want to do it again next weekend against Inter Miami, which have scored just 25 goals in 26 MLS matches.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

LI's Sean Nealis signs new three-year deal with Red Bulls Sean Nealis had a full grasp of the situation earlier this season when he became a fixture in the Red Bulls’ starting lineup. The Massapequa...

AUGUST 25, 2021 • NEWSDAY.COM

New York Red Bulls sign Sean Nealis to multi-year contract extension  ' MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension The New York Red Bulls have signed center back Sean Nealis to a new three-year contract with an additiona...

AUGUST 25, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Extends contract by three seasons Nealis signed a three-year contract that holds an option for a fourth season with the New York Red Bulls on Wednesday.

Impact Nealis has started 15 times this season and this move will help lock him down for a potentially bigger role in the coming years. With a massive 13-clearance game in the clean sheet win over Columbus in his most recent start, there's certainly something to work with as he continues his development.

AUGUST 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Nealis (thigh) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Cincinnati.

Impact Nealis makes his first squad Wednesday since early July because of a thigh injury. It's unknown where he's at fitness wise, but when healthy, he was a regular on the back line, so there's a chance he could move back into the XI Sunday at Chicago.

AUGUST 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE