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New York City FC transfer Birk Risa to Norwegian club | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Transfer New York City FC have transferred defender Birk Risa to Norwegian top-flight side Molde, the club announce...

JULY 14 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Plays 73 minutes Risa recorded one cross (zero accurate) and two clearances in Wednesday's 0-0 draw versus D.C. United.

Impact Risa was back in the lineup after missing the last match with an injury. This was his first start since April 6 and just his third in the last eight MLS appearances, collecting 22 clearances with eight blocks in that span.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Starting midweek Risa (leg) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's clash with D.C. United.

Impact Risa will feature from kickoff for the first time since April 6, taking Nicholas Cavallo's spot in the back line. The Norwegian has made three or more clearances in five of his nine appearances this season, regardless of playing time, and has helped his side to a clean sheet twice over that span.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Prince Owusu's goal leads Montreal to first win of MLS season, 1-0 over NYCFC

Prince Owusu scored the game’s only goal and CF Montreal defeated New York City 1-0 for Montreal’s first win of the MLS season

MAY 11 • Associated Press

Out Saturday Risa (leg) is out for Saturday's clash with Montreal, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Risa has been a bench option for the most part, but was expected to start in a back-three Saturday. He's now ruled out, meaning NYC FC could shift formation, or try and move a makeshift center-back into an injury-riddled defensive unit.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Martínez, Fernández score goals to help NYCFC beat Revolution 2-1

Alonso Martínez scored the go-ahead goal in the 68th minute, Julián Fernández added a goal and New York City FC beat the New England Revolution 2-1

MARCH 16 • Associated Press

Went unused Risa (illness) was on the bench during the 2-1 win against Orlando on Saturday.

Impact Risa picked up a late illness that forced him to be an unused option Saturday. He could be in some competition with Justin Haak for the second center back position, though Haak could also be used in the midfield as well for NYCFC.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Risa is questionable for Saturday's game against Orlando City due to an illness, manager Pascal Jensen told media following the match against LAFC this past weekend.

Impact It's unclear if Risa will end up being available for Saturday's game against Orlando, but it's worth noting the defender has played in the team's two matches so far this season, going the full 90 in both contests. In those two matches, Risa has racked up nine clearances, two blocked shots and four tackles.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Records six clearances Risa recorded six clearances in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Risa was able to make six clearances while also making two tackles against LAFC on Saturday. He will likely remain the starting center back alongside Thiago Martins for the boys in blue, collecting nine clearances, four tackles (two won) and two blocks in two MLS games.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Makes return in derby Risa (leg) came off the bench and played 11 minutes in Saturday's 5-1 win over the Red Bulls. He made four passes and registered one clearance.

Impact Risa didn't feature in the starting lineup in this derby demolition, but the defender logged a few minutes off the bench. Given that Risa has been a steady starter for NYCFC all season long, don't be surprised if he's in the XI in any of NYCFC's upcoming two matches for this week before the October international break.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available for derby Risa (leg) could be available for the Hudson River derby against New York Red Bulls on Saturday, manager Nick Cushing told media Thursday. "Risa has trained all week and is fit," h...

Impact Risa was expected to be a game-time call for the match against Inter Miami last Saturday but didn't play, although things could change ahead of this derby. Risa could end up being the replacement of Strahinja Tanasijevic, who will miss the match through suspension.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available Saturday Risa (leg) could be available for Saturday's match against Inter Miami, manager Nick Cushing told media during his pre-match press conference Friday. "[Birk] Risa we'll see how he...

Impact Risa was a late scratch for the match against DC United due to an injury in warmups, but he's been training at full during the week, so he's likely to be available. His return would give NYCFC a huge boost, as he's started in all but one of his 25 league outings this season.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains ahead of Sunday Risa (ankle) was back in training ahead of Saturday's trip to Chicago. According to head coach Nick Cushing, "Birk Risa is fit and trained today" per the Hudson River Blue.

Impact Risa had to miss his first match of the season against Austin after picking up an ankle injury versus Montreal. The good news is the injury isn't anything serious and will be an option Saturday. He will likely return to the starting XI, where he has started all 20 games played while recording 58 clearances with 15 blocks.

JULY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers ankle problem Risa picked up an ankle injury in Wednesday's 2-0 win over Montreal on Wednesday and will be assessed by the medical staff to determine his availability for Saturday's game against...

Impact Cushing said Risa "rolled his ankle" in the win over Montreal, though he hasn't been ruled out for Saturday yet. However, the quick turnaround between matches will make the coaching staff to be extra cautious with the defender.

JULY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Limited impact Saturday Risa registered two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Nashville SC. He also added three clearances.

Impact Risa was decent defensively and stepped up when needed, but this was a game where the entire NYCFC team struggled and underperformed. Risa has been consistent and regular at the back, though, notching 18 starts so far in 2024, averaging 2.72 clearances per contest.

JUNE 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

In starting XI Risa (foot) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Atlanta.

Impact Risa is back with the team after missing the club's most recent match against Miami, being listed to the starting XI Saturday after overcoming his foot issues. The defender should be expected to remain in the starting XI moving forward, as prior to his injury, he had started in every contest this season.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Labeled as out Risa (foot) is out for Saturday's match against Miami.

Impact Risa looked to possibly be set to miss no time with his recent injury and make the team sheet Saturday, but that was quickly shot down after being listed as out on the team's injury report. He will now hope for a decent week of recovery and to return against Atlanta on April 6 in the club's next game.

MARCH 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Risa is questionable for Saturday's match against Inter Miami. According to manager Nick Cushing, "Risa problem has been for 10 days. Birk is really important, hope to get him back...

Impact Risa is at risk of missing his first match of the season with a foot injury. He's been able to start all 10 games since joining the side last season, averaging about 2.5 clearances per contest. In the event that the defender does have to sit out, then Strahinja Tanasijevic will likely return to the starting XI alongside Thiago Martins.

MARCH 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with lower leg pain O'Toole left Saturday's 1-0 loss against Cincinnati with lower leg pain, manager Nick Cushing told Scott Churchson of Stream Punk Entertainment during his post-game press conferenc...

Impact Risa left the game in the second half, but it seems the injury might not be as severe as originally expected. He should be considered questionable to face Inter Miami on Saturday.

MARCH 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Three clearances on day Risa registered three clearances and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Portland Timbers.

Impact Risa opened up the season as a starter at center back alongside Thiago Martins, playing every minute of every match. He's recorded six clearances with two interceptions and two blocks.

MARCH 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes five clearances Risa registered five clearances in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Inter Miami CF.

Impact Risa has taken full control of the center back role following the departure of Maxime Chanot. In his first eight matches, he's started all games while recording 23 clearances, nine tackles (four won) and eight interceptions so far.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Being monitored before derby Risa (undisclosed) is being "monitored" by the coaching staff after he came off injured against Vancouver on Sep. 2, but he is expected to be available for Saturday's match against...

Impact Risa failed to log a full 90 minutes for the first time since making his NYCFC debut in mid-August, but he has had two weeks to recover, and given the team's lack of depth at the center-back position, he should start if he's anything close to full fitness. Risa has racked up 11 clearances, eight interceptions, seven tackles and one clean sheet in four appearances with NYCFC in 2023.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets first MLS assist Risa assisted once to go with four interceptions and four clearances in Wednesday's 2-0 win versus CF Montreal.

Impact Risa was upstanding Wednesday, bagging in an assist while holding on to the clean sheet. With Maxime Chanot leaving the club, the defender will take over the center back position alongside Thiago Martins, making three starts in a row since his transfer from Molde FK.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

NYCFC sign Norwegian D Birk Risa New York City FC signed Norwegian defender Birk Risa to a permanent transfer contract through 2025 with an option for 2026 on Monday.

JULY 17, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

NYCFC sign Norwegian defender Birk Risa | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing New York City FC have signed defender Birk Risa from Norwegian top-flight side Molde FK through the 2025 ML...

JULY 17, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM