BONGOKUHLE HLONGWANE NEWS

Strong effort in first game back Hlongwane generated five shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against New England Revolution.

Impact Saturday marked Hlongwane's first since he spent three weeks recovering from a knee injury. Despite being unable to score, Hlongwane continued to show the solid attacking prowess he had regularly demonstrated before his injury. Ideally for Minnesota United, Hlongwane's scoring touch will return as the team continues its season.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Hlongwane (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with New England.

Impact Hlongwane is in the starting XI on Saturday, as expected after clearing the injury report earlier in the week. The forward returns directly into the starting XI and will hope to build on his six goals in 22 starts in what is shaping up to be a career year.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Clears injury report Hlongwane (knee) was removed from the Minnesota injury report for Saturday's clash with New England.

Impact Hlongwane is expected to return barring any late Friday issues and is could even start with Teemu Pukki on international duty. When Pukki is back it's likely that Hlongwane will remain in the starting XI, instead shifting out to a wing. Hlongwane has plenty of upside in what figures to be a strong Minnesota attack.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return this weekend Hlongwane (knee) could return to face New England on Saturday after participating on training Tuesday, head coach Adrian Heath told, Jerry Zgoda of The Minnesota Star Tribune. "Hop...

Impact The star winger has missed three matches in a row, but he tested his injured knee during training Tuesday, and the results were encouraging. However, the final two training sessions of the week will be pivotal to determine whether Hlongwane will be able to suit up or not. Even if he's available off the bench, his presence should provide a massive boost upfront for Minnesota. He has six goals and one assist across 22 starts in league play this season.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out to face San Jose Head coach Adrian Heath confirmed Hlongwane (knee) didn't travel to San Jose for Saturday's match against the Earthquakes, Andy Greder of the St. Paul Pioneer Press reports.

Impact Hlongwane had been upgraded to questionable, but he didn't travel with the team in the end. He will continue his recovery and aim to return to action against New England on Sep. 9. Ismael Tajouri-Shradi should remain in the lineup as his replacement.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Hlongwane (knee) is questionable for Saturday's match versus the San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Hlongwane could be in contention to start Saturday as he upgraded his status to questionable following his knee injury. He's scored two goals with an assist his last five league games to bring his total on the season to six goals and one assist.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Colorado Hlongwane (knee) is out for Wednesday's match against Colorado, Jerry Zgoda of the Minnesota Star Tribune reports.

Impact Hlongwane sat out last match with a knee injury picked up against New York City F.C on Aug. 20 and didn't even train Tuesday, so his absence doesn't come as a surprise. Ismael Tajouri-Shradi takes his place in the XI, and Hlongwane's next chance to return will come against San Jose on Saturday, although that might come as too soon for him.

AUGUST 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Did not train Tuesday Hlongwane (knee) did not train on Tuesday and is not expected to play against the Colorado Rapids on Wednesday, according to Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press.

Impact Hlongwane sat out last match with a knee injury picked up against New York City F.C on Aug 20. With Emmanuel Reynoso also dealing with a knee injury, this means that Sang-Bin Jeong could get the start in the attacking midfielder alongside Joseph Rosales and Hassani Dotson, with Wil Trapp and Jan Gregus expected to play in the defensive midfield.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bongokuhle Hlongwane: From South African street soccer to Minnesota United star | MLSSoccer.com Growing up in KwaNxamalala, a mountainous village in South Africa’s KwaZulu-Natal province, Bongokuhle Hlongwane never tired of street socce...

AUGUST 25, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Questionable to face Seattle Hlongwane (knee) has been listed as questionable for Sunday's clash against the Sounders.

Impact Hlongwane was subbed off due to injury in the 39th minute of Sunday's 2-0 win over NYCFC, and his loss would be a massive one for Minnesota, as he's bagged six goals across 22 league outings thus far. Mender Garcia could step in as a replacement in case Hlongwane can't go Sunday.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off Hlongwane was subbed off due to injury in the 39th minute of Sunday's 2-0 win over New York City F.C.

Impact Hlongwane has been an important piece of the attack for Minnesota this season, starting in all 22 matches played while scoring six goals. If his injury forces him to miss next Sunday's clash with Seattle, then Mender Garcia could take his spot in the starting XI with a possible formation chance to a 4-3-3 if necessary.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes four shots against LAFC Hlongwane recorded four shots (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Hlongwane was very active around the net Saturday, taking four shots but only having one on target in the draw. It was disappointing to not see the 23-year-old score as he was presented with multiple tap-in goal opportunities but failed to convert on any of them. He has scored six goals this season and is averaging just under three shots per game. Hlongwane has only missed one game all season for Minnesota and has started in all 21 matches he has appeared in.

JULY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Houston Hlongwane scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Thursday's 3-0 victory versus Houston Dynamo.

Impact Hlongwane scored the opener in the 15th minute. He took two shots and completed a dribble. He was very good defensively as he recorded five tackles, one interception and one clearance. He has had a great run of form as he has recorded three goal involvements in the last three games.

JULY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist Hlongwane scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and four chances created in Sunday's 4-1 victory versus Portland Timbers.

Impact Hlongwane had a three-minute span of brilliance during the game's second half. He logged Minnesota United's third goal and recorded an assist to the team's fourth, which Emanuel Reynoso scored.

JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in draw Hlongwane had three shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Toronto FC.

Impact Hlongwane created havoc with his pace, but he should've ended this game with at least one or two goals given the clear chances he had. The explosive winger has racked up 20 shots over his last five outings, but he has scored just twice in that span.

JUNE 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nine shots in draw Hlongwane recorded nine shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Hlongwane took nine shots (two on target) Saturday, by far his most in a match this season. Despite the volume of shots, he did not find his fifth goal of the season in the draw. He also whipped in one inaccurate cross, intercepted two passes and drew one foul in his full 90 minutes of action.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota United's Bongokuhle Hlongwane wins Goal of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com Bongokuhle Hlongwane left it late, scoring the stoppage-time winner in Minnesota United FC’s 1-0 victory over the Portland Timbers Saturday...

MAY 24, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores late winner against Portland Hlongwane took two shots and scored a goal in Saturday's 1-0 victory against the Timbers. He also created two chances and won one of three tackles in the match.

Impact Hlongwane scored his second game winner in as many appearances Saturday, this one coming with virtually the last kick of the match in the 95th minute. He'll want to extend his scoring streak through next weekend's clash with Real Salt Lake.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bongokuhle Hlongwane's goal lifts Loons past Dynamo Bongokuhle Hlongwane scored in the 14th minute and Dayne St.

MAY 18, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Takes four shots in draw Hlongwane took four shots (two on target) and created a chance in Sunday's 0-0 draw against FC Dallas. He also made a block and won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Hlongwane has taken multiple shots in seven of his eight MLS appearances (all starts) this season, and that production hasn't changed since switching over to the left wing a few weeks ago in place of Franco Fragapane.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in loss Hlongwane registered two shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 defeat to Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Hlongwane registered two shots (both on target) Saturday, half of his team's total shots on target. He also created two chances on the attack. He put in nice defensive work too, as he won one tackle, intercepted three passes and made two clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss Hlongwane scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and two crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Orlando City SC.

Impact Hlongwane was Minnesota's most dangerous attacker and playmaker on Saturday. His goal was a tap-in from a well placed Hassani Dotson cross. The South African should have netted more given the opportunities presented to him but he could not capitalize on them. The regular starter has now scored two from six starts (0.3 per game).

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

McGuire rallies Orlando City past Minnesota United 2-1

Duncan McGuire scored an unassisted goal in the 88th minute to rally Orlando City to a 2-1 victory over Minnesota United

APRIL 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes two shots against St. Louis Hlongwane took two shots and created a chance in Saturday's 1-0 victory against St. Louis City. He also made two clearances, an interception and won three of three tackles in the m...

Impact Hlongwane returned to the XI on the right wing Saturday and was solid on both sides of the ball as his side remains undefeated through five MLS matches this season.

APRIL 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Status uncertain for weekend Hlongwane (not injury related) will return to Minnesota United on Thursday, the Star Tribune's Jerry Zgoda reports.

Impact Hlongwane won't have too much time to get back up to speed with his club team before Saturday's clash against St. Louis, and he will be questionable to be able to play in the match. He scored one goal from six shots (three on target) across his three starts on the right wing prior to this international window.

MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE