WALKER ZIMMERMAN NEWS

Steffen displaces Turner as top US keeper, starts at Jamaica

Zack Steffen has earned the No. 1 goalkeeper position on the U.S. national team and will start his third straight World Cup qualifier when the Americans play Jamaica

NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Defender Sands added to US roster for qualifier vs Jamaica

Defender James Sands of Major League Soccer’s New York City team has been added to the U.S. roster for Tuesday’s World Cup qualifier at Jamaica

NOVEMBER 14, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes four shots in draw Zimmerman took four shots (two on target) and made six clearances in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Orlando City. He also won two of three tackles in the match.

Impact Zimmerman was solid defensively and dangerous in attack against Orlando on Sunday, and he will hope to have a similar performance in next weekend's regular season finale against the seventh-placed Red Bulls.

NOVEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Cincinnati Zimmerman scored a goal and recorded an assist in Wednesday's 6-3 victory against FC Cincinnati. He also made five interceptions and six clearances in the match.

Impact Zimmerman and his teammates got off to a shaky start on Wednesday, trailing 3-1 after 32 minutes despite his headed goal, but they rebounded emphatically in the remainder of the game and dominated the second half, clinching a playoff spot with their win. On Sunday he will face Orlando City, which have scored 47 times in 32 matches this season.

OCTOBER 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench versus Philadelphia Zimmerman came off the bench as a substitute to start the second half and contributed with one shot (off target) and two clearances in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Philadelphia.

Impact Zimmerman brought forth a solid defensive output as he helped keep Philadelphia within reach at one goal as he won the only tackle he attempted, made two clearances, blocked a shot and made an interception. He has been a mainstay in the starting XI when healthy, so he should be in contention to start in Wednesday's match against Cincinnati.

OCTOBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots from center-back Zimmerman shot three times (twice on goal) during Wednesday's 1-1 draw with Columbus.

Impact Zimmerman had a strangely attacking match despite starting at center-back. He got forward for three shots and added six clearances at the back end for a solid fantasy showing. Next up is a Saturday clash with Philadelphia.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes six clearances in draw Zimmerman made six clearances and one block in Saturday's 0-0 draw at DC United.

Impact Zimmerman had a good defensive outing, leading his side in clearances to help them keep the clean sheet and earn the road draw. The centerback will now look to keep the momentum against Columbus on Wednesday.

OCTOBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

US soccer has Jekyll & Hyde personality ahead of Costa Rica

The U.S. soccer team has a Jekyll and Hyde personality that makes it difficult to determine which will show for a World Cup qualifier against Costa Rica in Columbus, Ohio

OCTOBER 12, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

US changes 7 starters in World Cup qualifier at Panama

The United States changed seven starters for its World Cup qualifier against Panama, inserting forward Gyasi Zardes along with midfielders Kellyn Acosta, Sebastian Lletget and wing...

OCTOBER 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Youthful energy lifts US in grueling World Cup qualifying

World Cup qualifying has become a game for the young, with stamina to withstand travel and short recovery time

OCTOBER 8, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Keeps clean sheet in draw Zimmerman made three blocks, seven clearances and won two of four tackles in Sunday's 0-0 draw against NYCFC. He also took two shots (one on target) and created a chance in the mat...

Impact Zimmerman was excellent defensively on Sunday, and he also chipped in on offense effectively against New York City. Now he joins up with the U.S. National Team for upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Jamaica, Panama and Costa Rica before returning to Nashville to face D.C. United.

OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Injured Pulisic, Reyna left off US roster, McKennie returns

Christian Pulisic and Gio Reyna were left off the roster for the United States’ next three World Cup qualifiers because of injuries, and Weston McKennie returned after being droppe...

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Makes seven clearances against Chicago Zimmerman made seven clearances, an interception and won one of one tackles in Sunday's 0-0 draw against the Fire.

Impact Zimmerman defended well on Sunday and earned a clean sheet, but the offense didn't do enough to earn a result. The rested starters should return for Wednesday's clash against an in-flux Orlando City, which have scored 37 goals in 26 matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Miami Zimmerman scored a goal and made a block in Wednesday's 5-1 victory against Inter Miami. He also made two clearances and two interceptions in the match.

Impact Zimmerman scored his second goal in his last three appearances Wednesday as his headed strike in the first half turned out to be the game winner, not that the game was close by any means. On Sunday he will face the Fire, which have scored 26 goals in as many matches this MLS season.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner against Montreal Zimmermann scored a goal off his lone shot, made five clearances, two interceptions and one block and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 1-0 win over Montreal.

Impact Zimmermann was the hero for Nashville, not only shining as usual on defense, but also beating opposing defenders to head home a free-kick cross from the right and score the lone goal of the match in the 66th minute. The centre back is always a trustful source of fantasy numbers and will try to keep it up during next Saturday's visit to Toronto.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

McKennie sent back to Italy after violating US team rules

Midfielder Weston McKennie is being sent back to Italy and will miss his second straight World Cup qualifier after breaking U.S. team COVID-19 protocols

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pulisic uncertain for World Cup qualifying after COVID

Tyler Adams, Weston McKennie, Gio Reyna and Zack Steffen are among 20 players who could make World Cup qualifying debuts when the United States opens at El Salvador on Sept. 2

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Set for USMNT Zimmerman received a call-up to the United States national team for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers, set to take place Sept. 2, 5 and 8.

Impact Zimmerman will likely join the team after Saturday's trip to Atlanta United, so he would miss the Sept. 3 visit from NYCFC. While he's out, Dave Romney and Jack Maher are the top two options at center-back.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns off bench Zimmerman (hamstring) played 30 minutes off the bench in Sunday's 5-2 win against D.C. United.

Impact Zimmerman has been out since July 4 because of international duty and then a hamstring injury added to that. If he's good to go following Sunday's appearance, there's a decent chance he'll be back in the starting XI Wednesday against Orlando, though on a short week, Jack Maher may stay there.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

LA Story: Vela, Chicharito highlight MLS All-Star roster

Mexican stars Carlos Vela and Chicharito Hernandez, Gold Cup goalkeeping standout Matt Turner and 17-year-old Cade Cowell are among the 28 players on the Major League Soccer All-St...

AUGUST 4, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Kessler to replace injured Zimmerman on US Gold Cup roster

The U.S. Soccer Federation has asked for New England defender Henry Kessler to replace injured Nashville defender Walker Zimmerman on its CONCACAF Gold Cup roster

JULY 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out of Gold Cup Zimmerman suffered a hamstring injury Sunday and will miss the rest of the Gold Cup.

Impact It's an unfortunate injury for Zimmerman and one that will likely keep him out a couple weeks, at a minimum. With the injury, he's now likely to miss more matches than originally expected while on international duty, meaning more shuffling for the Nashville back line.

JULY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Zimmerman to miss rest of Gold Cup with strained hamstring

U.S. defender Walker Zimmerman will miss the rest of the CONCACAF Gold Cup because of a strained hamstring

JULY 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Picks up injury with USMNT Zimmerman suffered an undisclosed injury during Sunday's 1-0 win over Canada during the Gold Cup, according to ESPN.

Impact Zimmerman has been getting plenty of minutes for his country and even captained the side before an early knock ended his night. It remains to be determined what has happened, though he may stick with the national team if it's not too serious.

JULY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

USMNT sees Gold Cup as chance to identify talent, set course toward Qatar 2022

The Gold Cup offers a chance for the USMNT to prep for World Cup qualifying and redefine itself, Doug McIntyre writes.

JULY 16, 2021