WALKER ZIMMERMAN NEWS

Gio Reyna lets feet do talking with Gregg Berhalter return imminent

Gio Reyna was voted Man of the Match in the United States' 2-0 win over Canada in the CONCACAF Nations League final on Sunday.

JUNE 19, 2023

Out on international duty Zimmerman has been called up to the USMNT for upcoming CONCACAF Nations League games on June 15 and possibly 18.

Impact Zimmerman has linked up early with the national team and is set to miss Saturday's MLS clash against Toronto FC, according to Ben Wright of Broadway Sports Media, and he'd miss next weekend's St. Louis match as well if the U.S. advance to the final. Lukas MacNaughton (not injury related) is expected to replace him alongside Jack Maher in central defense for Nashville.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Dallas Zimmerman (lower body) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Dallas.

Impact Zimmerman is in the starting XI on Saturday after returning to the injury report. The defender did appear off the bench during a 3-1 win over Columbus and appears to have avoided any sort of serious set-backs with the injury.

JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Balogun, Pulisic headline USMNT's injury-ridden Nations League roster

Christian Pulisic, Weston McKennie and Gio Reyna are among 13 holdovers from the U.S. squad that reached the second round at last year's Wor...

JUNE 1, 2023

Returns to injury report Zimmerman (lower body) is listed as questionable on the Nashville injury report for Saturday's clash with Dallas.

Impact Zimmerman returned to the pitch during a 3-1 win over Columbus but is straight back on the injury report. The defender is likely not ready for any major playing time as he played just three minutes during the Columbus clash.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from injury Zimmerman made two clearances in three minutes off the bench in Sunday's 3-1 win over Columbus.

Impact Zimmerman returned to action after missing the last four matches with a lower body injury. The All-Star center back is a mainstay along the Nashville backline when healthy. He could return to the starting lineup as soon as Saturday against his former club FC Dallas.

MAY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Status unchanged Zimmerman (lower body) remains listed as questionable for Sunday's clash against the Crew.

Impact Zimmerman has been sidelined since April with a lower body injury, and his status is once again uncertain heading into this weekend's Columbus match.

MAY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains questionable for Saturday Zimmerman (lower body) will once again be a game time decision to face Charlotte FC this weekend, according to Nashville's injury report for the match.

Impact Zimmerman has missed his side's last four games in all competitions with a lower body injury he suffered in early May, but he's been able to train this week and could be available to return to action against Charlotte.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Zimmerman (lower body) "looked good" in training on Monday, Nashville manager Gary Smith told Broadway Sports Media's Valair Shabilla ahead of the midweek clash against Inter Miami...

Impact Zimmerman has missed his side's last two MLS matches with a lower body injury, but he could be a game time decision to face Miami on Wednesday. Lukas MacNaughton has been replacing him alongside Jack Maher in central defense.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not fit to play ZImmmerman (lower body) will not be available for Saturday's match against D.C United.

Impact Zimmerman will miss his second match in a row with a lower body injury. He's made 10 straight starts at center back, averaging about 4.2 clearances a game. Lukas MacNaughton will get the start in the back against D.C United.

MAY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Zimmerman (lower body) is listed as questionable for Saturday's clash with DC United on the Nashville injury report.

Impact Zimmerman missed Wednesday's Open Cup clash due to a lower body injury but is upgraded to questionable for the Saturday's MLS match. The defender is a key part of the defense and would immediately move back into the starting XI if deemed fully fit.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Open Cup clash Zimmerman (undisclosed) is doubtful for Wednesday's clash against FC Dallas in the U.S. Open Cup, but he's "trending towards" being available to face D.C. United in the league next...

Impact Zimmerman missed his first MLS game of the season against Chicago on Saturday due to an injury, but he underwent medical scans that came back better than expected, according to Smith. Lukas MacNaughton replaced him alongside Jack Maher in central defense, but Zimmerman is expected to be able to at least be in the squad to take on D.C. next weekend.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Misses out injured Zimmerman was not in the match day squad for Saturday's 3-0 win over Chicago on Saturday due to injury.

Impact Zimmerman missed the match with an injury with more information on the extent to be revealed on Monday. The defender was replaced in the starting XI by Lukas MacNaughton.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on opener Zimmerman assisted on the opening goal in Saturday's 3-1 win over Atlanta United. He also made six clearances and won three tackles on the defensive end.

Impact Zimmerman once again showed off his ability to get involved on attacking set pieces, flicking a corner kick on to set up the opener in a big win over Atlanta. Up next is another good matchup at home against the Chicago Fire.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

MLS Footnotes: Shaq Moore credits return to U.S. for World Cup call-up

USMNT defender Shaq Moore took a risk returning to MLS right before the start of the World Cup and it paid off in a big way.

APRIL 28, 2023

Comes off as precaution Zimmerman made a block, three clearances and an interception before being subbed out in the 55th minute of Saturday's 1-1 draw against LAFC due to tightness in his groin, according...

Impact Zimmerman was likely on a minutes restriction against LAFC on Saturday due to his USMNT exploits in mid-week. He is expected to be fully fit and available for next weekend's clash against Atlanta United.

APRIL 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Despite critics, USMNT says Continental Clásico vs. Mexico is 'a huge game'

The friendly between the U.S. and Mexico won't feature either country's top Europe-based talent, which creates an opportunity for other play...

APRIL 19, 2023

Four interceptions in loss Zimmerman made four interceptions and completed 62 passes in Saturday's 2-1 loss at New York City FC.

Impact Zimmerman was strong defensively, though he was unable to help Nashville SC leave the Big Apple with a point. He will look to get the team back on track on Walker Zimmerman bobblehead night at home against his former side, LAFC, on Saturday night.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sergiño Dest released by AC Milan for US-Mexico exhibition

Dest has been an unused reserve with AC Milan for the past three months.

APRIL 12, 2023

Plays part in shutout Zimmerman won three duels and two tackles in Saturday's 0-0 draw with Toronto FC.

Impact Zimmerman was relatively quiet in this one, but he did his job defensively to help see out Nashville's league-leading fifth clean sheet on the season. Up next is a tricky road fixture at New York City FC.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nine clearances in shutout win Zimmerman made a game-high nine clearances in Saturday's 2-0 win at Orlando.

Impact Zimmerman was a boss in the back, per usual, helping Nashville clinch their league-leading fourth clean sheet of 2023. He'll look to anchor the back line once again in a home tilt with Toronto FC on Saturday.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots against Cincy Zimmerman took three shots (one on target) and created a chance in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against FC Cincinnati. He also made two blocks in the match.

Impact Zimmerman has now taken five shots (one on target) across his last two games from central defense, but both of those games were lost by 1-0 scorelines against Cincinnati and New England.

MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in loss Zimmerman took four shots and made four clearances in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against the Revolution.

Impact Zimmerman recovered from an illness and was back in the XI in central defense to face New England, but Saturday was the first time this season in which he and Nashville did not keep a clean sheet.

MARCH 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Zimmermann (illness) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with New England.

Impact Zimmermann returns to the starting XI for Saturday's match against New England. The defender is straight back in despite a minor illness that plagued him in training. Zimmermann has played every single minute possible through three matches.

MARCH 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Zimmerman (illness) will be in question for Saturday's trip to New England, per Nashville's injury report. He was a full participant in Friday's training session, according to Drak...

Impact Zimmerman would not want to miss a match after already totaling 19 clearances this season. If he is forced to sit out, then Laurence Wyke might be in line for his first MLS appearance since 2020.

MARCH 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE