AMINE BASSI NEWS

Starting Saturday Bassi (foot) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with the Galaxy.

Impact Bassi is back in the starting XI for Saturday's clash after overcoming a foot issue. The extra two weeks of the international break were enough to get the attacking midfielder straight back on the pitch for decision day.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Bassi (foot) is questionable for Saturday's trip to St. Louis, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Bassi was added to the injury report with a questionable tag after playing just 45 minutes last time out. The attacking midfielder is a locked-in part of the starting XI, and an obvious loss when on the sideline. He should continue in a large role moving forward if fit to close the season.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

11 crosses in draw Bassi registered 11 crosses (two accurate) and 13 corners in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against Vancouver Whitecaps FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.

Impact In Hector Herrera's absence, Bassi became the set-piece taker and took 11 crosses from set pieces, two of which were completed crosses. This is the most crosses he has attempted in a single game this season, and he only hit ten on one other occasion.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in win Bassi scored a goal off two shots (one on target) and created four chances during Saturday's 4-1 win over Real Salt Lake.

Impact Bassi had another great performance for Houston as he opened the scoring in the 27th minute after the opposing defense struggled to clear the ball from their box. The playmaker also did what he does best here, pacing his team in chances created despite not having his usual share of crosses attempted. With three goals and six assists over 26 league appearances this year, Bassi always finds ways of being relevant for fantasy purposes.

SEPTEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in draw Bassi recorded one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Bassi missed his lone attempt but performed close to his playmaking averages throughout 90 minutes of play in this match. He delivered a few crosses from the left flank despite featuring in a central spot in the initial formation. The attacker has now started in each of the last 23 MLS game weeks, tallying two goals and six assists over that period.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up lone goal of match Bassi had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing twice (one accurate) and creating four chances during Wednesday's 1-0 win over San Jose.

Impact Bassi set up Daniel Steres in the 86th minute assisting the lone goal of the match to help claim all three points. The assist was the first goal involvement in July for Bassi who has combined for two shots, seven chances created and six crosses over his last three starts.

JULY 18 • ROTOWIRE

No assist on chances and corners Bassi created three chances and attempted two corners during the Dynamo's 1-0 win Saturday against Charlotte FC.

Impact Unfortunately for Bassi, his streak of appearances with an assist ended at two. However, the attacking midfielder's streak was not without a valiant effort from him. He was the Dynamo's only player to log multiple chances created and corners Saturday.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Key assist in victory Bassi assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-1 victory against D.C. United.

Impact Bassi's assist Saturday helped Houston take a 2 - 1 lead that they would not relinquish, as they marched on to defeat D.C. United by a margin of 4 - 1. This match marked the second successive match in which Bassi has supplied an assist. Over his last five appearances (five starts), Bassi has scored once, supplied two assists and attempted at least one cross in each match. Bassi is entrenched in the Houston starting XI, having started 15 consecutive matches.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Supplies assist in draw Bassi assisted once to go with four shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Bassi led the a Houston counterattack and coolly lobbed a cross to the back post to set up Houston's second goal Wednesday during their 2 - 2 draw with Seattle. The assist was his fourth of the season through 16 appearances (15 starts) after registering just one assist over 33 appearances (30 starts) in 2023. While the assist total has risen precipitously, Bassi has scored just twice this season, lagging well behind the pace that saw him bag 12 goals in 2023.

JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener Wednesday Bassi scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 3-1 win over Colorado Rapids.

Impact Bassi scored his second goal of the season Wednesday, a close-range strike in the 40th minute off a great cross by Griffin Dorsey. Bassi also created four chances for the fourth time this season and added two accurate crosses for the fourth consecutive match. He played the full 90 minutes for the eighth time this season.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Another solid outing Saturday Bassi had two shots (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Bassi put together a solid outing Saturday, highlighted by him creating multiple chances for the 10th time in his last 11 appearances. He also recorded four crosses, took three corners and won one tackles in his full 90 minutes of action.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against FC Dallas Bassi scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus FC Dallas.

Impact Bassi scored the opening goal during first-half stoppage time, assisted by Daniel Steres. His performance included creating three chances, completing a dribble, and making a tackle. Over the last eight games, Bassi has created a total of 30 chances, contributing with three assists and one goal in the process.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in shots, chances created Bassi took five shots (three on goal), crossing four times (two accurate) and creating three chances during Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Austin FC.

Impact Bassi was held off the scoresheet despite leading Houston in both shots and chances created in the match. The attacker has one goal involvement while combining for 10 shots, 12 chances created and 12 crosses over his last three starts.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Assists at Kansas City Bassi assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Bassi created Hector Herrera's opener in the 31st minute with his third assist in the campaign. The midfielder also took the second-most shots for Houston in the match. He started in all but one of his nine appearances in the season.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in attack Bassi recorded three shots (two on goal), eight crosses (five accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus St. Louis City SC.

Impact Bassi had one of his best games of the season despite not bagging a goal contribution, as he notched three shots, seven chances created and eight crosses, giving him a new season-high in both shots and chances created. He has now started in seven of his eight appearances, registering two assists on 28 chances created to go along with 11 shots and 46 crosses.

MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Assists winner Saturday Bassi assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (zero accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 2-1 win over Minnesota United.

Impact Bassi recorded an assist in his second consecutive match, this time setting up Sebastian Kowalczyk's match-winning goal in the 77th minute. It came on one of his three chances created, his fourth straight match with multiple. He also took five corners, recorded seven crosses and made two clearances before being subbed off in the 85th minute for Brooklyn Raines.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Big creative performance in loss Bassi assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), six crosses (four accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Chicago Fire.

Impact Bassi created a season-high six chances as he took six corners and played in four accurate crosses in what was a highly creative display resulting in his first assist of the season. He has played the full match in Houston's last two contests and appears to be one of the side's first-choice attackers due to his current form.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers ten crosses Bassi attempted 10 crosses (five accurate) and took eight corners in Saturday's 2-1 victory over San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Bassi was in the starting XI despite suffering a hamstring injury in the previous game. His exploits resulted in two chances created and he also had two shots off target. The attacker has started two of five games this season and will hope to keep his place for Saturday's game at Chicago Fire.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Bassi (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with San Jose.

Impact Bassi was added to the injury report two weeks ago and now he is back in the starting XI. It's not clear when he picked up the hamstring issue but the fact he's starting already would seem to imply it's not a seriously concerning issue.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injured list Bassi (hamstring) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Colorado.

Impact Bassi got his first start of the season against Portland last time out and now lands directly back on the injured list. The attacking midfielder will be a starting option in line for major minutes when he's fit, though he seems to be a true game-time call Saturday.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts four crosses Bassi was subbed off with an apparent injury in the 93rd minute of Saturday's 1-0 victory over Portland Timbers. He had one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and thr...

Impact Bassi was selected to the starting XI for the first time this season during Houston's 1-0 victory over Portland on Saturday. Bassi attempted four crosses (two accurate) and created three chances in his 93 minuets of play. Bassi also chipped in one tackle (one won) and a clearance to the defensive effort. After appearing 33 times (30 starts) in 2023, Bassi will have more competition for minutes in 2024 as he looks to build upon the 12 goals he scored during his MLS-debut campaign in 2023.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in loss Bassi had one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 loss versus Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Bassi went scoreless the last three playoff matches with just one goal in the last four games. He was the top scorer for Houston with 12, along with one assist. It was a decent first season for midfielder in the MLS, making 50 shots (23 on target) and creating 56 chances.

DECEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets against Real Salt Lake Bassi scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Monday's 1-1 (6-5) penalty shootout loss to Real Salt Lake. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 17th minute...

Impact Bassi missed a spot kick in the 28th minute but scored off the rebound. He made a tackle and a clearance. He also missed a penalty in the shootout and this led to Houston's loss.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets winner against Real Salt Lake Bassi scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus Real Salt Lake.

Impact Bassi scored the winner in the 79th minute. He also made a tackle. He was substituted in the 87th minute for Luis Caicedo. He has three goal involvements in the last three games and is expected to start against Real Salt Lake next week as well.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists in win Bassi scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and two chances created in Sunday's 5-1 victory over Colorado Rapids.

Impact Bassi scored in the eighth minute to double Houston's lead, before assisting Artur in the 84th to seal the deal. That was his first assist in the season, and 10th goal so far. The midfielder started in six of their last 11 games.

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE