TAXIARCHIS FOUNTAS NEWS

Remaining in Greece Fountas will miss the season finale against Cincinnati while remaining home in Greece, Steven Goff of the Washington Post reports.

Impact Fountas won't return against Cincinnati ending his MLS season there. The striker looked like a revelation during his debut with D.C. United, scoring 12 times and assists once in just 17 starts. The situation with Fountas will likely develop during the off-season as he was accused of using inappropriate language, but no punishment has been levied. There is no timeline for the MLS investigation in the matter to conclude, but if Fountas avoids a suspension he should be a breakout candidate in 2022.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Montreal trip Fountas will miss Saturday's trip to Montreal as he remains in Europe, according to Steven Goff of the Washington Post. He's expected to return early next week.

Impact Fountas is in an unfortunate position after getting accused of saying the wrong thing in the middle of a match and judging by the fact that he hasn't returned, the situation looks fairly sticky. In his absence, Christian Benteke and Ola Kamara will be the top options at striker while Miguel Berry could offer support from attacking-midfield.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal number twelve Fountas scored a goal while taking two shots (both on goal) and creating a chance during Sunday's 3-2 loss to Miami.

Impact Fountas found the back of the net in the 57th minute scoring United's second goal of the match. The goal was the 12th of the season for the forward as he was subbed off in the 66th minute in the loss.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Miami Fountas (head) is in D.C.'s starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Inter Miami.

Impact Fountas is back with United after missing the last four games with a head injury, and he's starting up front alongside Christian Benteke for the first time since the latter's arrival from the Premier League.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Expecting to play Sunday Fountas (head) has returned to training with D.C. this week, according to manager Wayne Rooney, and he is expected to be available for selection in Sunday's clash against Inter Mia...

Impact Fountas has missed United's last four games due to a concussion he suffered in late August, but he is expected to be able to return to the pitch on Sunday. He could even be ready to start up front alongside new signing Christian Benteke for the first time against Miami.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

D.C. United brings shutout streak into matchup with Sporting Kansas City

D.C

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Real Salt Lake hosts D.C. United in non-conference matchup

Real Salt Lake hosts D.C

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Colorado Rapids look to end road losing streak against D.C. United

The Colorado Rapids visit D.C

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

D.C. United tries to end road losing streak in matchup with Atlanta United

D.C

AUGUST 27, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes five shots against Philly Fountas took five shots (one on target) and won one of two tackles in Saturday's 6-0 defeat against the Union.

Impact Fountas was once again very active on the right wing Saturday but he wasn't clinical enough with his finishing to trouble his opponents. He's averaging 4.1 shots per game since moving to MLS this season, but only about a quarter of them have even been on target in August.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

D.C. United takes on the Philadelphia Union in conference action

The Philadelphia Union play D.C

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Busy in loss to LAFC Fountas had five shots (one on target), two crosses (zero accurate), and one chance created in Tuesday's 1-0 defeat against Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Fountas was a lone bright spot for a struggling United squad. He returned to the starting lineup Tuesday after coming off the bench in D.C.'s previous two contests. The 26-year-old created some early excitement by threatening LAFC keeper Maxime Crepeau a couple times, but United were thoroughly outmatched in this one. It will be interesting to see if Fountas receives more opportunities in the starting XI now that D.C. has all but been eliminated from playoff contention.

AUGUST 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Los Angeles FC hosts D.C. United on 6-game home winning streak

Los Angeles FC hosts D.C

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

New England Revolution take shutout streak into matchup with D.C. United

The New England Revolution head into a matchup against D.C

AUGUST 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes three shots as sub Fountas took three shots (one on target) and picked up a yellow card in 49 minutes during Saturday's 0-0 draw to NY Red Bulls.

Impact Fountas was replaced early in their previous match with a hamstring issue, but was cleared to play. The forward was limited to an appearance as substitute, though, replacing the injured Jackson Hopkins in the 49th minute. He led his side in shots, but it wasn't enough to earn the home win.

AUGUST 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

D.C. United hosts the New York Red Bulls in conference matchup

D.C

AUGUST 5, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Not on injury report Fountas (hamstring) is not listed in D.C.'s injury report for Saturday's clash against the Red Bulls.

Impact Fountas was limited to just one half against Charlotte on Wednesday due to hamstring tightness, but he isn't carrying an official injury designation into Saturday's match.

AUGUST 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Plays first half in loss Fountas put one shot off target in 45 minutes of Wednesday's 3-0 loss to Charlotte FC.

Impact Fountas had scored in the last match against Orlando City but he was replaced promptly at halftime Wednesday as a precaution due to hamstring tightness, manager Wayne Rooney confirmed after the game. With a quick turnaround to Saturday's clash against the Red bulls, it's possible he could be rested more to avoid further injury.

AUGUST 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Fountas scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Orlando City SC.

Impact Fountas scored his 11th goal of the season during Sunday's win. The forward has been a revelation since joining D.C. United, immediately becoming one of the top players on the team and storming to 11 goals and three assists in since his first 14 appearances. Next up for Fountas is a Wednesday trip to Charlotte.

AUGUST 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC takes on D.C. United in conference action

Charlotte FC plays D.C

AUGUST 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

D.C. United stuns Orlando City 2-1 in Rooney's debut

Chris Durkin and Taxiarchis Fountas scored goals in second-half stoppage time and D

JULY 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Five shots Saturday Fountas had five shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against CF Montreal.

Impact Fountas led the way with five shots while also creating two chances in yet another solid performance. Unfortunately D.C. United remain one of the worst teams in the East, leaving Fountas hung out to dry. Fountas has 10 goals and one assist in 13 appearances, tallies he will hope to build on against Orlando next time out.

JULY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting on Saturday Fountas (lower body) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Montreal.

Impact Fountas is in the starting XI on Saturday against Montreal. The forward missed a clash with Minnesota United due to a minor lower body injury but is right back in the starting XI.

JULY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Misses match as precaution Fountas didn't travel for Saturday's 2-0 loss to Minnesota United due to a minor lower body injury, according to Steven Goff of the Washington Post.

Impact Fountas has been key to making a bad season look manageable and there aren't really enough options to make up for a potential absence. He'll now have until Saturday's match against Montreal to regain his fitness and with Ola Kamara (lower body) also injured, Michael Estrada could start again depending on the status of Fountas.

JULY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal Fountas scored one goal during a 2-2 draw Wednesday versus Columbus.

Impact Currently, Fountas is one of fewer than eight footballers who have a double-digit MLS goal tally across 2022. Half his goals were recorded this summer. So though Wayne Rooney is D.C. United's manager now, Fountas should continue playing regularly.

JULY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE