SEAN ZAWADZKI NEWS

Recovering well Zawadzki (chest) is recovering well and is listed as day to day ahead of Sunday's match against New England, per Briana Mac Kay of Dispatched Alerts.

Impact Zawadzki is working his back to fitness after missing the last four matches with a chest injury. With two games left in the regular season and with the team already into the playoffs, they will not rush his return to the pitch. He will likely aim for a come back on Oct 19 against the Red Bulls.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Zawadzki (torso) is out for Saturday's trip to D.C. United.

Impact Zawadzki won't be an option for Saturday's trip to D.C. due to a torso issue. It's his second match in a row on the sideline after taking a consistent role in the XI in recent months. Alexandru Matan got the start last time out with Zawadzki sidelined.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off against Charlotte FC Zawadzki had one shot (zero on goal) in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Charlotte FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 57th minute.

Impact Zawadzki was centrally involved in the game, recording nearly 90 touches and completing almost 75 passes, along with making one clearance. He was replaced by Jacen Russell-Rowe in stoppage time. Zawadzki has featured in 20 games this season, but his last goal contribution was against Nashville in March.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Starting once more Zawadzki registered one shot (zero on goal) in Wednesday's 2-1 defeat versus Inter Miami CF.

Impact Zawadzki got the start and played the full 90 during Wednesday's loss to Columbus, his second match in a row going the full 90. Injuries limited Zawadzki earlier in the season but now that he's fit once more he seems set for a starting role in central midfield and in the backline, especially with Copa America absences elsewhere in the squad.

JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE

Clears protocols Zawadzki (concussion) cleared concussion protocols and is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Salt Lake.

Impact Zawadzki cleared concussion protocols, making him a full option, and evidently sending him straight back into the starting XI. The defender started five of the six matches before going down with an injury and seems set for a consistent starting role now that he is fit once more.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up concussion Zawadzki will not be an option for Saturday's match against D.C. United, as he was added to the availability report due to a concussion.

Impact Zawadzki is going to miss his first match of the season, leaving his club in a tough spot as he has started in all but one of his six appearances this campaign. With that being said, Max Arfsten will most likely get the start in his place while he is out, serving in the midfield. Zawadzki will now hope to recover from his concussion over the week, looking to be an option for the April 13 match against Real Salt Lake.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in draw Zawadzki scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Nashville SC.

Impact Zawadzki opened up the scoring Saturday with a header in the 16th minute off a Diego Rossi corner. It marked his first goal and second goal contributions of the season. The goal came on his lone shot in the match and he added one interception before being replaced by Marino Hinestroza at halftime.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win over Red Bulls Zawadzki assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-0 victory over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Zawadzki recorded his first assist of the season Saturday as he set up Aidan Morris' goal in the 66th minute which took the 3-0 lead. It was the only chance he created in the match and his first chance created of the season. He was subbed off in the 78th minute for Mohamed Farsi.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Zawadzki generated five tackles (two won), two clearances and five interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Atlanta United.

Impact Zawadzki started at center back in the Crew's season opener Saturday and helped his side keep a clean sheet, contributing five interceptions, two won tackles and two clearances. He appeared off the bench in his side's final four matches last season in a campaign where he was in and out of the starting XI. The Crew boast the same core defenders as last season so it's a positive sign for Zawadzki that he started and played the full match.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Columbus Crew sign Sean Zawadzki to contract extension | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension Reigning MLS Cup champions Columbus Crew have signed Sean Zawadzki to a contract extension through the 20...

FEBRUARY 2 • MLSSOCCER.COM

SSFC Spotlight: Sean Zawadzki makes senior international debut The Columbus Crew defender started against Slovenia.

FEBRUARY 1 • STARSANDSTRIPESFC.COM

Consistent appearances Zawadzki made 36 appearances (16 starts) in 2023, adding three goals and six chances created.

Impact Zawadzki might not have been the first name on the team sheet, but he was the first name called off the bench in almost every match. The midfielder ended with three goals and six chances created, tending to be a more defensive option. Zawadzki will be back with the defending MLS Cup champions in 2024.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Appears in win Zawadzki (thigh) came off the bench to play two minutes during Saturday's 4-2 win over Atlanta.

Impact Zawadzki recovered from a small thigh injury and is an option again for the team. He will likely remain on the bench, with Malte Amundsen, Rudy Camacho and Steven Moreira the favorites to start at center back for Nov 25 Easter Conference semifinals against Orlando.

NOVEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Earns questionable tag Zawadzki (thigh) is questionable for Sunday's clash with Atlanta, according to the Columbus injury report.

Impact Zawadzki is questionable Sunday after picking up the thigh issue during Tuesday's clash with Atlanta. Yaw Yeboah started the home opener and projects to get the start for Sunday's clash as well, even if Zawadzki passes the late fitness checks.

NOVEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed off with possible issue Zawadzki was subbed off in the 64th minute of Tuesday's match against Atlanta with a possible injury.

Impact Zawadzki had an awkward fall on the Atlanta turf before being subbed off Tuesday and he'll be an early doubt for Sunday's third leg. Injured or not, he may not be in the starting XI, as Yaw Yeboah started the home opener and the Crew could run out a similar formation for the final match against Atlanta.

NOVEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to return Zawadzki has completed his one-game suspension and is eligible to face New England on Wednesday.

Impact Zawadzki saw a decent run of matches earlier this season playing at center-back, but he's been mostly a backup over the last few weeks. He should remain in that role going forward, though he could occupy a spot on the bench against the Revs.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended next match Zawadzki had one tackle (one won) and four interceptions in Sunday's 1-1 draw against FC Dallas. In addition, he was given his fifth yellow card of the season in the 52nd minute a...

Impact Zawadzki got his first start since Aug 31, but it resulted in his fifth yellow card in 14 matches that will result in a one-game suspension. This means that Darlington Nagbe is expected to return to the lineup in the midfield alongside Aidan Morris.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Zawadzki (undisclosed) is not listed on the injury report for Saturday's match against Toronto.

Impact Zawadzki left Sunday's derby against Cincinnati with an injury on stoppage time, but the problem wasn't serious, and he should be ready to go to take on Toronto. As has been the case in recent weeks, Zawadzki is likely to start at center-back alongside Malte Amundsen and Steven Moreira.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Zawadzki was subbed off due to injury in the 91st minute of Sunday's 3-0 win versus FC Cincinnati.

Impact Zawadzki was on the ground for some time in the last minutes of the match Sunday with an injury. This was his ninth league start in a row from center back, totaling 23 interceptions and 18 clearances in that span. Yevgen Cheberko could be an option to start next match if the defender is not fit to play.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Saves team with goal Zawadzki scored one goal to go with one shot (one on target) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against New York City FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the...

Impact Zawadzki came in the clutch to score in the very last minutes of the match to salvage a point Saturday. This gives him three goals on the year, which surpasses his career high with the team. He's also started the last seven games after only starting once in his previous 12 contests, recording 17 interceptions, 16 tackles (14 won) and 12 clearances in that span.

JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Zawadzki's late goal helps Crew earn 1-1 draw with NYCFC

Sean Zawadzki scored a short-handed goal in the fourth-minute of stoppage time after teammate Cucho Hernández received a second-half red card and the Columbus Crew rallied for a 1-...

JULY 9, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sean Zawadzki tallies late as Crew, NYCFC draw Sean Zawadzki scored in the fourth minute of second-half stoppage time as the short-handed Columbus Crew rallied for a 1-1 draw against visi...

JULY 9, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Registers fourth straight start Zawadzki registered three tackles (three won), one clearance and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Nashville SC.

Impact Zawadzki has been given the start in four straight matches after staring only once in the first 16 games of the season. The 23-year-old has been placed in the defense during his starting spell instead of his normal midfield position and it has worked out great as he has won all 10 of his tackles attempted during this time. He has also contributed 11 interceptions and eight clearances during his four starts.

JUNE 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

'He's ready for the moment': How Olmsted Falls' Sean Zawadzki has grown to make clutch plays for the Columbus Crew Olmsted Falls native Sean Zawadzki has become a crucial young player for the Columbus Crew, scoring clutch goals and providing much-needed v...

JUNE 19, 2023 • CLEVELAND.COM

Scores off bench in win Zawadzki scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 3-2 victory versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact Zawadzki subbed into the match at halftime Wednesday, and didn't take long to get on the scoresheet. He found the back of the net with a header in the 62nd minute off a Lucas Zelarayan cross to take the 2-1 lead. It was Zawadzki's only shot of the match in his 45 minutes of playing time.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE