News Summary
Multiple MLS teams are grappling with significant player absences due to injuries and suspensions ahead of Matchday 33. Key players across various teams face sidelining issues that could heavily impact their performance and strategies for the upcoming fixtures. Teams like Atlanta United and FC Cincinnati report extensive injury lists, while others manage minimal disruptions. Clubs must now adapt their lineups and strategies, creating an unpredictable and competitive atmosphere for the week ahead.
Injury Reports and Suspensions Ahead of MLS Matchday 33
Multiple Major League Soccer (MLS) teams are facing significant player absences due to injuries and suspensions ahead of the upcoming Matchday 33. With numerous key players sidelined or questionable, clubs are preparing for lineup adjustments and strategic changes in what promises to be a highly competitive week.
Atlanta United Faces Multiple Absences
Atlanta United is dealing with a substantial injury list that impacts both their offensive and defensive options. Key players out include Matt Edwards (hamstring), Jay Fortune (foot), Stian Gregersen (hamstring), Brooks Lennon (Achilles tendinitis), Will Reilly (hamstring), and Nyk Sessock (illness). Additionally, Tristan Muyumba (knee) is listed as questionable. These injuries could influence team performance in their upcoming fixtures.
Austin FC Loses Several Players to Injuries
Austin FC’s squad is also impacted, with Diego Rubio (hamstring) and Brandon Vazquez (knee) listed as out. Osman Bukari faces a questionable status due to a quad injury, leaving the team possibly short-handed in attack and midfield positions.
Charlotte FC’s Defensive Challenges
Charlotte FC’s defense faces difficulties with Pep Biel (knee) confirmed out. Nikola Petkovic remains questionable, which may influence their defensive lineup in crucial matches.
Chicago Fire FC’s Extended Absences
Chicago Fire FC reports multiple out players including Leonardo Barroso, André Franco, and Viktor Radojević, all due to lower-body injuries. Chris Mueller is sidelined for reasons unrelated to injury, further complicating squad rotations. The team may need to rely on emerging talent to fill gaps.
Colorado Rapids’ Injury Concerns
The Colorado Rapids list Kimani Stewart-Baynes (ankle), Calvin Harris (knee), and Wayne Frederick (non-injury reasons) as unavailable for their matchdays, which could adversely affect their defensive stability.
Columbus Crew’s Defensive and Midfield Setbacks
Columbus Crew’s injury list includes Wessam Abou Ali (ankle), Mohamed Farsi (pelvis), and Diego Rossi (thigh), all out. Diego Rossi is listed as questionable, adding some uncertainty to their attacking options.
D.C. United’s Suspension and Injury Issues
D.C. United faces suspensions with Luis Barraza and Aaron Herrera unable to participate, coupled with knee injuries to Lucas Bartlett and Kristian Fletcher. These absences disrupt their defensive and goalkeeping units.
FC Cincinnati’s Extensive Outfield Injuries
FC Cincinnati has a notably long injury list, including Kevin Denkey, Lukas Engel, Ayoub Jabbari, Matt Miazga, and Luca Orellano, all sidelined with leg injuries. Brad Smith has a leg injury as well, while Ender Echenique and Obinna Nwobodo are questionable. The team may struggle with squad depth in upcoming matches.
Dallas and Houston Durability Concerns
FC Dallas reports three suspended players—Logan Farrington, Petar Musa, and Ramiro—missing out due to discipline issues. Houston Dynamo faces illness and injury setbacks with Franco Escobar (illness), Jack McGlynn, Daniel Steres, and Andrew Tarbell (all lower body injuries). Nelson Quinones and Sergio Santos are questionable.
Standout Teams with No Notable Injuries
Some teams like Sporting Kansas City have no reported injuries or suspensions, providing them with full squad strength for upcoming matches.
LA Galaxy and Los Angeles FC Face Injury Blowouts
The LA Galaxy reports Isaiah Parente (suspension), Riqui Puig (knee), Marco Reus, Lucas Sanabria (both lower body), and Julian Aude (ankle) as unavailable. Los Angeles FC lists Lorenzo Dellavalle (leg), Igor Jesus (knee), Aaron Long (Achilles), and Adam Saldaña (leg), all out due to injury.
Middle and Eastern Conference Teams with Injuries
Inter Miami CF has multiple hamstring injuries among Allen Obando and David Ruiz, with Santi Morales questionable. Minnesota United FC’s Carlos Harvey is out with a knee injury.
CF Montréal reports Dawid Bugaj, Sunusi Ibrahim, and Efrain Morales out due to lower-body injuries, while Samuel Piette is out with an ear issue.
Nashville SC’s Julian Gaines (thigh), Wyatt Meyer (foot), and Jonny Perez (thigh) are out, with Jonny Perez and Ahmed Qasem listed as questionable.
New England Revolution faces suspensions and injuries among Brayan Ceballos, Peyton Miller, Ignatius Ganago, Ilay Feingold, and Matt Polster, with some players questionable.
New York City FC’s Keaton Parks and Malachi Jones are out with leg injuries, while New York Red Bulls is impacted by knee injuries and suspensions affecting several key players.
Orlando City SC confronts injuries from international duty, knee issues, and lower-back problems across their roster, including Gustavo Caraballo and Joran Gerbet, with some players listed as questionable.
Philadelphia Union reports hamstring injuries among Jeremy Rafanello and Quinn Sullivan, both out for their matches.
Portland Timbers face lower-body injuries with Felipe Carballo, Jonathan Rodriguez, and Finn Surman sidelined, while a few players are questionable.
Real Salt Lake lists multiple knee injuries and suspensions among Matthew Bell, Javain Brown, and others, with several players questionable.
San Diego FC and San Jose Earthquakes are also affected, with players out due to lower-body injuries and illness, including Paddy McNair (questionable) and DeJuan Jones (out).
Seattle Sounders FC faces injury challenges with Paul Arriola, Yeimar Gómez Andrade, Ryan Kent, and Kim Kee-hee all sidelined due to knee, hamstring, and calf issues.
St. Louis CITY SC has Cedric Teuchert out, with Henry Kessler listed as questionable.
Toronto FC has multiple players suspended or injured, including Alonso Coello, Maxime Dominguez, and Henry Wingo, all out due to suspension or lower-body issues.
Vancouver Whitecaps FC reports injuries to Sam Adekugbe, Tristan Blackmon, Sebastian Schonlau, and Ranko Veselinović, all sidelined, with Brian White also out with a hamstring injury.
Summary
As Matchday 33 approaches, MLS teams are largely affected by injuries and suspensions, which will significantly influence lineup decisions and game strategies. Teams with fewer player issues may have a competitive advantage, while others may need to adapt with limited squad options to navigate upcoming fixtures.
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- MLS Player Status Report: Matchday 39
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- MLS Player Status Report: Matchday 30
- Wikipedia: Major League Soccer
- Google Search: MLS Player Injuries 2023
- Google Scholar: MLS Injury Reports
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Major League Soccer
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