World Cup 2022: State of the USMNT heading into March window
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Has quiet game in return Dest won one of two tackles in Sunday's 1-0 victory against Alaves.
Impact Dest made his first La Liga appearance since Dec. 4 on Sunday after recovering from a series of knocks and COVID-19 issues, but he wasn't very effective against Alaves. It looks like he's in for a real position battle with 38-year-old Dani Alves for Barcelona's starting right back spot.
JANUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
USMNT roster: Five players to watch in World Cup qualifying
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On bench against Granada Dest was left on the bench for Saturday's 1-1 draw against Granada.
Impact Dest returned from his positive COVID-19 test but didn't get onto the field over Dani Alves during this game. As Alves logged an assist on Luuk de Jong's strike, Dest may continue to struggle for minutes unless the defense remains as porous as it has. Up next is the Super Cup in Saudi Arabia.
JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Tests positive for COVID-19 Dest (back) has tested positive for COVID-19, Barcelona announced Thursday.
Impact Dest missed Barcelona's final games of 2021 with a back injury, and he has now contracted the virus as well. He will miss at least a week while isolating. Ronald Araujo will likely continue filling in at right back.
DECEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Ricardo Pepi, Weston McKennie lead possible transfer window moves
Ricardo Pepi, Weston McKennie and Sergiño Dest could be among those on the move in the transfer window, Doug McIntyre writes.DECEMBER 28, 2021
It's fine if Sergiño Dest and Weston McKennie move in January Moving on to other clubs might be just what young Americans need
DECEMBER 28, 2021 • DEADSPIN.COM
Is Sergino Dest leaving Barcelona? Reports say Bayern & Chelsea want USMNT right back Barcelona's struggles have led to rumors of the American's possible departure from the Camp Nou. But the suitors could be a step up.
DECEMBER 21, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Out with groin injury Dest will miss Saturday's match and possibly more because of a groin strain.
Impact Dest was reportedly dealing with a back issue, but now the team has revealed it's a groin strain. He stayed on the bench in Barca's most recent contest and it looks like he won't be risked with the winter break ahead.
DECEMBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Still dealing with back issues Dest is still dealing with the back issues that have plagued him throughout the season so far, but is hopeful that he can come back in 2022 fully fit after the winter break, accord...
Impact Dest has missed six games in La Liga and the Champions League this season, most of them from back issues that he picked up at the end of October and that haven't fully gone away yet.
DECEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Logs 45 minutes in loss Dest played in the first half of Wednesday's 3-0 loss to Bayern Munich.
Impact Dest was thrown back into the winger role in which he was seen in the final weeks under manager Ronald Koeman and it didn't last long as he was pulled without an attempted cross or shot. With some of the tactical changes under way and the odd state of the roster, Dest seems to be the top right-back but it can be hard to tell how he can impact games at the moment. Up next is a trip to Osasuna, which have conceded the sixth-most crosses to right-backs in La Liga.
DECEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bench option versus Benfica Dest (back) was named to the match-day squad against Benfica on Tuesday.
Impact Dest was out of action for the club's previous two contests but has been a fixture in the starting XI all year, featuring in 12 of his 13 appearances for the club. Barring any setbacks, the defender should be in contention to rejoin the starting XI versus Villarreal on Saturday.
NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Available Tuesday Dest (back) is in the preliminary squad for Tuesday's clash with Benfica.
Impact Dest is available Tuesday as part of the preliminary squad. The full-back is likely to slot straight back into the starting XI in what is a must-win game for Barcelona.
NOVEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Training with team Dest (back) returned to training with Barcelona on Monday.
Impact Dest has missed Barcelona's last two games and the international break in between them with a back injury, but he might be able to return for Tuesday's Champions League clash against Benfica.
NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
USMNT November roster analysis: Christian Pulisic returns as team must cope without Sergiño Dest Injury concerns remain top of mind for the USMNT, but this squad is particularly thin at striker, too
NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Barcelona pair Ousmane Dembele and Sergino Dest ruled out with injury Barcelona pair Ousmane Dembele and Sergino Dest have been ruled out with injury.Dest has picked up a lower back problem, according to Barcel...
NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Missing internationals with injury Dest will be out through the upcoming international break with a back injury.
Impact Dest did not feature in Tuesday's Champions League victory against Dynamo Kiev, and he has been ruled out Saturday's LA Liga clash against Celta Vigo as well. He was not called up to the U.S. National Team for the November window as he recovers from his injury. Oscar Mingueza will likely fill in for him at right back, or Sergi Roberto (thigh) if he's fit from injury.
NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Logs six crosses in draw Dest provided six crosses (zero accurate) and put one shot off target during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Deportivo Alaves.
Impact Dest has performed consistently with two assists from 17 crosses over his last four league matches, though Saturday's efforts may not be fully considered his best work. Still, his overall form is solid and could lead to good things over the next week against Dynamo Kiev and Celta Vigo, which are tied for the fourth-fewest crosses conceded to defenders in La Liga.
NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Assists, plays full 90 Dest played the full 90 and provided one assist on six crosses (one accurate) during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Real Madrid.
Impact Dest was on the pitch the entire match and set up a very late goal to salvage his fantasy day. The defender has become a stable fantasy option in most matches and he only looks to gain fantasy value as Barcelona get healthy. Next up is a Wednesday clash with Rayo.
OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Logs assist in win Dest provided one assist from two chances created during Sunday's 3-1 win over Valencia.
Impact Dest now has two assists in his last three league starts from just five chances created. This is a solid rate of efficiency from someone who doesn't always record a high number of crosses, so continue to look Dest's way if the team continues to play as well offensively as they did Sunday. Up next are two key fixtures against Dynamo Kiev in the UCL and against Real Madrid in El Clasico.
OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
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OCTOBER 16, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM
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
