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Back from one-game ban Vera completed his one-game suspension and will be eligible to face Vancouver on Oct. 19 following the international break.

Impact Vera has started every MLS match he's played on since last season, with 24 appearances in 2024 while scoring and assisting twice on 72 clearances and 38 tackles. He's been a steady presence at the back for RSL and should return to his regular in the back line, sending Philip Quinton back to the bench.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Given straight red Vera picked up a red card and was sent off in the 93rd minute of Wednesday's 0-0 draw versus Minnesota United. He registered one shot (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) an...

Impact Vera was forced off after picking up his first red card of the season. He's started every MLS matches played since last season, with 24 appearances in 2024 while scoring and assisting twice on 72 clearances and 38 tackles. Philip Quinto will likely be an option in the back line for Saturday's trip to San Jose.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks deadlock in win Vera scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 3-2 win over FC Dallas.

Impact Vera scored the opening goal in this thrilling 3-2 victory after bagging home a penalty. The defender has been a regular for RSL as a center-back, notching two goals and two assists to go along a plethora of defensive stats.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Option in loss Vera (neck) was an unused sub during Saturday's 4-1 loss to Houston.

Impact Vera was fit to be an option, however failed to make an appearance during the loss Saturday. He's started all 20 matches plated in MLS his season, totaling a goal and two assists while averaging about 2.9 clearances per contest.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable vs. Houston Vera (neck) is questionable for Saturday's match at Houston, Caleb Turner of KSL.com Sports reports.

Impact Vera is uncertain for Saturday's match due to a neck issue, the same injury that sidelined him from the 2-0 win over New England on Sep. 1. The defender has been a regular for RSL all season long, so his absence might force the team to make changes on the defensive line, with Javain Brown being an option to start at right-back.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact Vera is back in the starting XI despite picking up a neck issue earlier in the week. The defender is straight back into the starting XI, and should be a consistent piece of the first team when fit.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Vera (neck) is questionable for Saturday's clash with New England, per the injury report.

Impact Vera is uncertain for Saturday's match due to a neck issue. The defender played 90 minutes in each of the last three matches, and has been a constant in the starting XI. He would be a significant loss if ruled out, potentially bringing Bryan Oviedo into the starting XI.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs five shots, scores goal Vera scored one goal with his five shots (one on goal) during Real Salt Lake's 1-1 draw Wednesday against the Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Before playing against the Los Angeles Football Club on Wednesday, Vera's season high in shots was two, which he more than doubled then. Among his five shots Wednesday was a free-kick attempt that caught enough LAFC players off to go into the net. So after nearly five months of MLS games, Vera finally has a league goal across 2024.

JULY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fit to start Vera (not injury related) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Atlanta.

Impact Vera returns after missing out on RSL's last two matches through suspension and also due to being away from the club. The defender takes up a role in the heart of RSL's back line for Saturday's clash with Atlanta.

JULY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Vera (not injury related) is out for Wednesday's match against Houston.

Impact Vera is missing out this week but is not dealing with an injury, as he had to be away from the club for undisclosed reasons not related to an injury. This marks his second straight match out, missing their last due to suspension. They will now look for him to return in their next contest, as he is a regular starter when on the team sheet.

JULY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Clear suspension Vera completed his one match suspension and is eligible to return for the July 3 clash with Houston.

Impact Vera will have an extra week before making a return to the pitch following his one match suspension. he started all 15 games played for Salt Lake, recording, two assists while launching 42 crosses, making 20 tackles and producing 50 clearances with 18 blocks.

JUNE 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sees eighth yellow card Vera received his eighth yellow card of the season and is set for anothe one match suspension.

Impact Vera will serve his second suspension of the season with eight yellow cards already in 15 matches. He's started all 15 games played, generating two assists while logging in 42 crosses (eight on target), 20 tackles and 50 clearances while producing 18 blocks and four clean sheets. His absence means that Bode Hidalgo will likely see the start at center back alongside Philip Quinton, if Justin Glad is not fit to return.

JUNE 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to starting XI Vera (back) is in the starting lineup in Wednesday's game against Seattle Sounders.

Impact Vera regains a central spot alongside Justen Glad, pushing Philip Quinton to the right side and Andrew Brody to the bench in this match. Despite his disciplinary struggles, the Colombian was in good form by assisting twice over his last three games prior to the injury. He should be able to rack up crosses thanks to his role in set pieces and might also be reliable for clearances from his defensive position.

MAY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable yet again Vera (back) is questionable for Wednesday's match against Seattle.

Impact Vera is on the injury report yet again, being tagged with a back issue for the second game in a row. However, in the last match, he did feature off the bench, leaving most to believe he will be available again, and the only question being whether he will begin in the starting XI or on the bench.

MAY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Downgrades to bench Vera (back) is on the bench for Saturday's match versus FC Dallas.

Impact Vera is not able to start Saturday, however will be an option on the bench after picking up a minor back injury. He's already missed two matches on the season, recording two assists, which already surpasses his total from last campaign.

MAY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed questionable Vera is questionable for Saturday's game against FC Dallas due to back spasms, Lucas Muller of The Wasatch Soccer Sentinel reports.

Impact Vera suffered the injury during training earlier this week, more precisely during Tuesday's session, and it seems he'll be a true game-time decision. Vera has been a regular at the back for RSL this season, and if he can't go Saturday, then Philip Quinton would be his most likely replacement.

MAY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Notches assist in win Vera assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and eight corners in Wednesday's 2-0 win against Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Vera supplied the assist for Diego Luna's second half goal as Real Salt Lake triumphed 2-0 over Seattle. The assist marked Vera's second successive match in which he's recorded an assist. After making 27 appearances (27 starts) in 2023 with Real Salt Lake, Vera looks to once again be locked-in to the Real Salt Lake starting XI, having started in each of his first 10 appearances to begin 2024.

MAY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for one-game suspension Vera received his fifth yellow card of the season in Saturday's 1-0 win over Sporting Kansas City, meaning he'll be suspended for this upcoming weekend's clash against LA Galaxy.

Impact Vera has been booked in each of his last three league appearances, and he'll miss the upcoming game in Los Angeles due to the yellow-card accumulation. His next chance to play will come against Seattle on May 15.

MAY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists winner Saturday Vera assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 win against Sporting Kansas City. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 47t...

Impact Vera assisted the lone goal of Saturday's match as his cross in the 81st minute set up Cristian Arango's match-winning header. It was the only chance he created in the match. He also helped his side keep a clean sheet as he won one tackle, made three clearances and blocked one shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

MAY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain with ankle Vera (ankle) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Kansas City, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Vera has been struggling with some various injury issues in recent weeks, and this is a new one with an ankle injury. The defender has been the preferred option when fit, though injuries have given Bode Hidalgo more chances in the starting XI.

MAY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Vera (hip) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Philadelphia.

Impact Vera is back in the starting XI despite missing out against Chicago. It appears the hip injury was only a minor one as the defender is now back fit and available. Vera should be the preferred option defense whenever he's available.

APRIL 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up questionable tag Vera is in question for Saturday's match against Chicago, according to the club's injury report.

Impact Vera is likely a game-time decision for Saturday's match after picking up a hip contusion in the club's most recent game against Columbus. This could be a brutal blow for the club, as he has started in seven of the club's eight matches this campaign, with Bode Higaldo or Bryan Oviedo being his likely replacements if sidelined. Vera will now probably face a fitness test heading into the match, hoping to be cleared and claim his starting spot back immediately.

APRIL 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Three clearances versus Columbus Vera generated one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Columbus Crew. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the...

Impact Vera had a decent all-around performance and led Salt Lake in both clearances and blocks (the latter with a season-high three) to help them keep the clean sheet. The centerback also sent in the second-most crosses for his side. He did receive his third yellow card in the proccess, though.

APRIL 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Seven cross vs Colorado Rapids Vera had seven crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Colorado Rapids. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 87th minute.

Impact Vera made eight clearances in the match, the most by any player in the match. The 25-year-old produced seven crosses, joint-most in the match but only three were on target. Before this match, Vera did not produce a single cross in two outings.

MARCH 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goes unused Vera went unused in the club's last match against LAFC on Saturday.

Impact Vera was held out of the snowy clash in Utah Saturday, a bit of a surprise move after the defender had started and played the full 90 in the opening two matches of the season. However, he still looks to most likely be a regular starter this campaign once again despite his absence from the field against LAFC, as he started in 27 contests last season, and as previously stated, he got the start in the first two matches of the season. He should be a decent option for a defender this season, as he is also solid in the attack after registering four goal contributions last season, although he is yet to bag one this season, only having two shots, two interceptions, three tackles and six clearances in his two appearances.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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