STEVE CLARK NEWS

Ongoing negotiations Clark is negotiating a return to Houston, the club announced.

Impact Clark is currently set for free agency at the end of his contract, but Houston seem intent on bringing the goalkeeper back. He's been excellent for three seasons in Houston, including keeping nine clean sheets and making 96 saves in 2024.

NOVEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Zero saves in loss Clark made no saves and allowed one goal in Sunday's 1-1 (7-6) penalty shootout defeat against Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Clark was unable to keep the ball from finding the back of his goal Sunday, conceding once in regular time and failing to make a save in the penalty shootout. The 38-year old keeper had yet another productive season in his third with Houston. Over 33 appearances (33 starts), Clark made 96 saves, recorded nine clean sheets and conceded 35 goals. According to spotrac.com, Clark will be out of contract with Houston at the end of the calendar year unless the club picks up his option for 2025 or the veteran decides to hang it up.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two saves in defeat Clark registered two saves and secured a clean sheet in Monday's 0-0 (5-4) penalty shootout defeat versus Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Clark made two saves in regular time Monday as Houston were defeated 0-0 (5-4) via penalty shootout by Seattle. Clark did not register a save during the penalty shootout. The veteran keeper entered the playoffs on a strong run of form, having conceded just six goals while making 14 saves and five clearances over his previous five appearances (five starts). Clark should lineup between the sticks once again for Houston with the season on the line when they face Seattle in the second match of the best-of-three series Sunday in Houston.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sounders open first round with shootout victory over Dynamo after scoreless duel in regulation

Alex Roldan scored the decisive goal in a 5-4 shootout after Seattle goalkeeper Stefan Frei and Houston’s Steve Clark dueled to a scoreless draw in regulation and the Sounders rall...

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Gives up three goals Saturday Clark had no saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-0 defeat versus St. Louis City SC.

Impact Clark had a game to forget, as St. Louis City found the back of the net every time they attempted a shot on target. However, and to be fair with Clark, there wasn't much he could've done in any of the three goals he conceded. Clark will try to bounce back in the final game of the regular season against the Galaxy on Oct. 19.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Three saves in victory Clark had three saves and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 2-1 victory over New England Revolution.

Impact Clark limited opponents to no more than one goal for an eighth consecutive game. This also marked the seventh time in nine outings that he made at least three saves. Up next for Houston is a meeting with St. Louis City SC on Saturday.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes once in defeat Clark recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Clark allowed one goal while making two saves in the defeat against Seattle. Despite the loss, the goalkeeper has been on a good run lately, allowing one goal or fewer in seven consecutive matches. He'll aim to keep that going against New England, a team with 33 goals in 30 games.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Five saves in clean sheet win Clark made five saves and allowed zero goals in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Austin FC.

Impact Clark kept his third clean sheet in the last five games and made five or more saves for the third time in this number of games. This was his fifth time making five or more saves in his 27 games this season. He will target some more clean sheets in the remainder of the season to reach his 13 last season.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Records three saves but concedes Clark recorded three saves and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Clark made three or more saves for the fifth time in six games. In that time he has also managed two clean sheets. He will look to have a strong close to the season to try and match his record of 13 clean sheets from last year; he is currently on seven.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes six saves in win Clark made six saves and conceded one goal during Saturday's 4-1 win over Real Salt Lake.

Impact Clark was one of the biggest reasons why his team won all three points in play as he made several interventions in critical moments, especially when his team was leading by just one goal. The goalkeeper could have left the pitch with a third consecutive clean sheet, but teammate Erik Sviatchenko ruined it by scoring an own goal while trying to prevent an opponent from controlling the ball close to the net. With 20 saves and three clean sheets over the last six starts, Clark has been one of the top fantasy performers at his position as of late.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

LAFC's Hugo Lloris, Dynamo's Steve Clark stellar in scoreless draw

Hugo Lloris saved four shots for Los Angeles FC and Steve Clark had two saves for the Houston Dynamo in a scoreless draw

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Another clean sheet against LAFC Clark had two saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Clark stood out again in the second straight meeting with the Black and Gold side. However, he didn't make as many saves as the last time, lowering his season average to 3.0 saves per game. The keeper's next chance to produce will come in a home clash against Real Salt Lake, who scored seven goals over their previous five away matches.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet versus LAFC Clark registered six saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Clark did a great job denying the opponents' attacks to help his squad achieve a difficult result away from home. Additionally, the six saves set a new season-high for the goalkeeper. He'll look to stay strong next Saturday against a Los Angeles FC side that will try to finally assert its offensive power.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Three saves in defeat Clark registered three saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Toronto FC.

Impact Clark made three saves for the 15th time this season and it is his 14th game of the season where he has conceded one goal or less. He will have a tough spell with back-to-back fixtures with LAFC who are fifth in the league for goals scored.

AUGUST 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Concedes three in win Clark allowed three goals while making three saves during Saturday's 4-3 win over Vancouver.

Impact Clark allowed three second half goals, but held on long enough for Houston to find a late game winner Saturday. The keeper has allowed four goals while making four saves and keeping a clean sheet over his last three starts.

JULY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

No saves needed Clark kept a clean sheet without making a save during Wednesday's 1-0 win over San Jose.

Impact Clark had a quiet day at the office requiring no saves to shut out San Jose on Wednesday. The keeper has allowed four goals while combining for five saves over his last three starts.

JULY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

One save and goal conceded Clark logged one save and conceded one goal during Houston's 1-1 draw Saturday against Minnesota United.

Impact Clark's lone save Saturday ties his season low in the category, previously last logged back during March. Robin Lod scoring then did not help matters, resulting in the Dynamo goalkeeper having failed to maintain multiple clean sheets across his last six appearances.

JULY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four saves Clark made four saves and allowed three goals in Wednesday's 3-2 loss to Real Salt Lake.

Impact Clark has a difficult time in the net Wednesday, allowing three goals while making four saves against Salt Lake. He's conceded eight goals in the last five games, making 15 saves in that span. The keeper will face off against LAFC for the next game on Sunday, who have scored 15 goals in the last five contests.

JULY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Four saves during clean sheet Clark logged four saves and maintained a clean sheet during the Dynamo's 1-0 win Saturday against Charlotte FC.

Impact For the first time since May 16, Clark logged more than three saves in an MLS game. But more importantly, he maintained a clean sheet, his first since the Dynamo's first matchup in May. After beginning June recovering from a nose injury and needing time to get back on track, Clark finally is such going into the Dynamo's first July game, Wednesday at Real Salt Lake.

JUNE 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two saves in victory Clark registered two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 4-1 win over D.C. United.

Impact Clark made two saves Saturday and was beaten from the penalty spot once in the first half of Houston's 4-1 victory over DC United. In his three games played since returning from a broken nose, Clark as managed seven saves and conceded five goals. Clark's next test should come Saturday as Houston take on Charlotte who have scored eight goals over their last four matches.

JUNE 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Allows two goals in draw Clark registered three saves and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Clark stood tall in Wednesday's 2 - 2 draw with Seattle but was undone by second half miscues in the Houston backline. Clark was beaten initially in a one-on-one situation after Houston conceded possession deep in their own half. Clark then saw an unmarked Seattle player redirect the ball home from a free kick opportunity. Clark and the Houston backline will look to right the ship Saturday when they face a reeling DC united who haven't scored in their last two matches.

JUNE 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Allows two in return Clark (nose) made three saves and conceded two goals during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Atlanta.

Impact Clark returned to the net after missing three games and made some great saves, but definitely could've done better on the second goal he allowed as Xande Silva's finish he let go in was from an extremely tight angle. The goalkeeper, who was having a campaign full of ups and downs prior to his injury, will try to bounce back during Wednesday's home clash against Seattle.

JUNE 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Clark (nose) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Atlanta.

Impact Clark gets the starting nod for Saturday's clash after overcoming a knock to the face. The goalkeeper has been the preferred option when fit and conceded three goals in four games before suffering the injury.

JUNE 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Clark (nose) is out for Wednesday's match against Colorado.

Impact Clark has still not recovered from the knock he took to his face despite not being expected to miss much time, as he is sidelined once again. That being said, he should be fit soon, possibly being an option for the club's next contest.

MAY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Clark (nose) won't be available for Saturday's game against the Galaxy, manager Ben Olsen told media, including Bayou City Soccer, during Friday's pre-match press conference.

Impact Clark broke his nose in the Saturday draw against FC Dallas last week, and while he's not expected to be out long, Olsen said he won't be available Saturday. This means either Andrew Tarbell or Xavier Valdez will get the nod between the posts for Saturday's clash, while Clark could return against Colorado next Wednesday.

MAY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE