Brandan Craig - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Substitute option versus D.C. United Craig (undisclosed) is on the bench in Saturday's meeting with D.C. United.

Impact Craig has avoided an absence after abandoning Wednesday's training session, but his value is significantly reduced as a depth center-back asset. Both Jalen Neal and Brayan Vera will get the nod instead, with Craig's participation depending on whether one of those teammates is given rest at some point in upcoming fixtures.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

CF Montreal hosts D.C. United in conference play

CF Montreal and D.C

AUGUST 14 • Associated Press

Does not finish session Craig did not complete Wednesday's training session, leaving the field early for an undisclosed reason, Nilton Jorge of Couscous Piri Piri reports.

Impact Craig did not complete Wednesday's training session, leaving the field early for reasons that have not yet been made clear, and if it does turn out to be injury related, it would be another blow for a CF Montreal back line already dealing with Efrain Morales' expected absence. Brayan Vera also failed to finish the same session, and with both center backs cutting training short on the same day, it opens a realistic path for Brayan Ceballos to get his first minutes for the club at center back. Until the club provides more clarity on Craig's status, this situation is worth monitoring rather than treating as confirmed.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Five corners in away defeat Craig had one shot (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 3-0 loss to FC Cincinnati.

Impact Craig attempted four crosses, including five corners, as his side suffered a heavy 3-0 defeat. The defender was also busy defensively, winning six out of six of his tackles, making two interceptions and seven clearances.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in four crosses Craig registered two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Atlanta United.

Impact Craig moved from the center of the defense to a defensive midfielder role Saturday, his first time playing that position all season. He would see a decent effort with his one chance created, two shots and four crosses. He could see more time moving forward if he can continue the versatility, only starting in eight of his 15 appearances this season.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mathias Laborda, Tate Johnson help Whitecaps beat Montreal 2-0

Mathias Laborda scored his first goal of the season in the 37th minute, 19-year-old Tate Johnson added a goal in his MLS debut and the Vancouver Whitecaps beat CF Montreal 2-0

MARCH 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Lands with Montreal Craig signed with Montreal on a deal through 2025, the club announced.

Impact Craig was in discussions to return to Philadelphia, but in the end he made the switch to Montreal. The midfielder will likely be a depth option for the first year of his deal, but he has team options for 2026, 2027, and 2028 if he impresses.

FEBRUARY 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could remain with Philly The Union announced they're in talks to re-sign Craig for the 2025 MLS season.

Impact Craig spent the 2024 season on loan at El Paso Locomotive in the USL, but the Union is in talks to bring him back for the 2025 campaign. Even if that's the case, he's not likely to play a prominent role in the squad.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Union loan D Brandan Craig to El Paso of USL Philadelphia Union loaned defender Brandan Craig on Thursday to El Paso Locomotive FC of the USL Championship through 2024.Craig, 19, has pl...

FEBRUARY 15, 2024 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Philadelphia Union loan Brandan Craig to El Paso Locomotive | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Loan The Philadelphia Union have loaned center back Brandan Craig to USL Championship side El Paso Locomotive for t...

FEBRUARY 15, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Loaned to Austin Craig will spend the rest of the season in Austin after agreeing to a season-long loan to Austin FC from the Philadelphia Union in exchange for Austin's natural third round pick in...

Impact Craig signed with the club in 2021, making only one appearance in the MLS in two years. He's spent more time playing for the Union II in the MLS NEXT Pro league, recording two goals and four assists in two campaigns. He's also made an appearance at the U-20 World Cup with the USYNT, scoring his first U-20 national goal against Peru in 2022.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia Union loan defender Brandan Craig to Austin FC | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Loan - ATX receive: Brandan Craig - PHI receive: SuperDraft pick, $125k GAM Austin FC have acquired US youth intern...

JULY 5, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Used sparingly by Philadelphia Craig made his MLS debut in the 7-0 victory against D.C. United in July.

Impact Craig has only made one senior team appearance for the Union thus far in his career, but the 18-year-old could be set for a step up in responsibility as a backup center-back in 2023.

DECEMBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Next man up Craig will soon be considered as the third center-back on the depth chart once Stuart Findlay leaves after Saturday's match against New England, according to manager Jim Curtin via...

Impact Craig made his professional debut during the 7-0 drubbing of D.C. United on Friday and will soon play even more once there's room on the team sheet. Following a successful CONCACAF U-20 tournament with three of his teammates, Craig could be another top youth prospect for a club that does well to invest in younger players.

JULY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for U20 Championships Craig has been called up by the U.S. for the upcoming CONCACAF U20 Championship in Honduras.

Impact Craig is yet to make a senior appearance for the Union, but he is set to miss up to the next four MLS matches while competing with the Youth National Team in this tournament, which will run from June 18 to July 3.

JUNE 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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CF Montreal hosts D.C. United in conference play

Mathias Laborda, Tate Johnson help Whitecaps beat Montreal 2-0