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Atlanta United's Brooks Lennon out long-term with shoulder injury | MLSSoccer.com Atlanta United right back Brooks Lennon is expected to miss between four to six months after undergoing shoulder surgery, the club announced...

NOVEMBER 4, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Will miss rest of season Lennon underwent shoulder surgery Thursday and will miss the rest of the 2024 MLS season, Doug Roberson of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Lennon left the 2-1 loss to Inter Miami in Game 1 of the first round of the 2024 MLS Playoffs in the 21st minute, and the defender won't return for the rest of the season due to an aggravated shoulder dislocation. This means Ronald Hernandez will start the remaining games on the right side of the defense.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

No training with team Lennon (shoulder) was not training with the team Thursday, according to Doug Roberson of AJC.

Impact Lennon has yet to train after suffering what has been reported as a dislocated shoulder in Saturday's match against Miami. That said, he likely won't be an option to face Miami this Saturday. If the reports of a dislocated shoulder are true, the defender could have seen his last minutes of play this campaign, as Atlanta could be eliminated from the playoffs with a loss Saturday.

OCTOBER 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dislocated shoulder Lennon was forced off in the 21st minute against Miami with a dislocated shoulder, reports Doug Roberson of the AJC.

Impact Lennon is at risk of missing Saturday's crucial second match against Inter Miami with a dislocated shoulder. He's managed to maintain healthy all season, missing just one match through suspension while starting all 35 MLS matches for Atlanta, totaling 258 crosses (93 accurate) for an average of about 7.3 crosses per game. His potential absence could mean that Ronald Hernandez will start at right back, if needed.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets opener Lennon scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Tuesday's 2-2 (7-6) penalty shootout victory against CF Montreal.

Impact Lennon found the back of the net Tuesday, scoring the opening goal of the match in the 29th minute. This marks his first goal of the season in their biggest match of the season, brining him to eight goal contributions on the campaign. He also added one tackle won, an interception and a clearance in the defense.

OCTOBER 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

No longer suspended Lennon has completed his one-game suspension and will be eligible to face Orlando City on Oct. 19 after the international break.

Impact Lennon has been a steady presence for Atlanta, starting every match and playing all but one minute on the season. Expect the wing- back to return to the side for the regular-season finale against Orlando City, where Atlanta will aim to make a final push to secure a playoff spot.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Missing first MLS match of season Lennon recorded nine crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 loss to CF Montreal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 55th minute.

Impact Lennon's streak of matches will come to an end after receiving his fifth yellow card in 19 games and will serve a suspension. He's been Atlanta' iron man, having started all 32 contests for the side, playing all but one minute while averaging about 2.5 clearances and 7.9 crosses per match. With 253 crosses, the defender has the third most in the league, which is also his career high.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns assist Lennon assisted once to go with four crosses (two accurate) and four chances created in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Inter Miami CF.

Impact Lennon was solid Wednesday, as the defender would earn an assist in the 84th minute off of Aleksey Miranchuk's goal. This marks Lennon's sixth assist of the season in 29 appearances (29 starts). He also added on four chances created and four crosses, with only a lone clearance defensively.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nine crosses in loss Lennon recorded nine crosses (one accurate) and one tackle in Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Nashville SC.

Impact Lennon saw a decent match on both sides of the ball Saturday, tying a match-high with his nine crosses in the attack while recording one tackles, two interceptions and three clearances in the defense. He still has yet to miss a start this season, earning the start in all 28 contests while having bagged five assits.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in crosses Lennon recorded 10 crosses (three accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Charlotte FC.

Impact Lennon saw a solid outing Saturday, as despite lining up in the defense, he registered two chances created and 10 crosses. He does have five assists on the season, which is a decent output from a defender, although his last came five matches ago at the beginning of July.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in defeat Lennon had one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Lennon didn't have the greatest outing Saturday, as despite starting and playing the full 90, he could only manage a shot, one chance created and three crosses. It has now been four games since his last assist, still with five and chasing down his 12 from last season. However, he will have plenty of chances to add to that tally, having yet to miss a start this year and likely to continue to make the starting XI at right-back.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses Saturday Lennon generated one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (four accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Columbus Crew.

Impact Lennon recorded four accurate crosses Saturday, his 13th match this season with four or more. He also created two chances, something he has done in 20 of 25 matches this season. On the defensive end he recorded one tackle, four interceptions and two clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

JULY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in 12 crosses versus NY Lennon had 12 crosses (five accurate) and five corners in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against New York City FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 86th minute.

Impact Lennon had a great offensive outing and led Atlanta in crosses as usual. The right-back also led his side in chances created (four), while taking five of their seven corner kicks. He did receive his fifth yellow card in the campaign, though.

JULY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in five crosses Lennon crossed five times (one accurate) during Saturday's 1-0 loss to Montreal.

Impact Lennon was held off the scoresheet, but led Atlanta with five crosses in the loss. The wide man has one goal involvement over his last three matches while combining for five chances created and a whopping 35 crosses inflated by his role on corner kicks for Atlanta.

JULY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Real Salt Lake Lennon assisted once to go with nine crosses (three accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 5-2 defeat against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Lennon set up a goal for Daniel Rios in the 80th minute. Lennon recorded the most crosses in the game, created two chances and also made a tackle and an interception. He created 14 chances in the last five appearances, but this was his only assist.

JULY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Compiles 21 crosses Lennon crossed 21 times (four accurate) and created three chances during Wednesday's 2-1 loss to New England.

Impact Lennon was held off the scoresheet, but led Atlanta with his 21 crosses during the loss. The wide man has posted double digit crosses in three straight matches, combining for 52 over that timespan while creating 10 chances, but doesn't have a goal involvement since May.

JULY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Seven crosses accurate Lennon logged 16 crosses (seven accurate) and five corners during Atlanta United's 1-1 draw Saturday at St. Louis.

Impact After logging zero accurate crosses on 12 attempts across Atlanta United's first three games of June, Lennon established a season high in the cross category Saturday. While not recording assists at a rate as he did during 2023, the wing-back is creating more chances and doing so with better success across 2024. This year already has Lennon with 146 crosses (56 accurate) and 43 chances created across his 19 starts.

JUNE 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet once more Lennon recorded one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 1-0 victory against D.C. United.

Impact Lennon struggled to get on the ball in the attack in what turned into yet another quiet showing. The defender was one of the top offensive options in the backline coming into 2024, but he's struggled, as has the rest of the Atlanta XI. Lennon's pair of chances created are nice, but unless the team can find some better finishing it will be tough for Lennon to reverse his poor early form.

JUNE 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Brooks Lennon, Brad Guzan on "commitment to competing" and moving forward under interim coach Rob Valentino | Atlanta United FC 5-Stripes play at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Saturday, 7:30 p.m. kickoff

JUNE 12, 2024 • ATLUTD.COM

Assists against Miami Lennon assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (four accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 3-1 victory versus Inter Miami CF.

Impact Lennon has been the team's iron man during the first two months of the season, starting and play in every minute of every match. He's been averaging about 3.2 crosses, two tackles and 2.5 clearances per game, adding on to four assists from right back.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Registers most crosses in the game Lennon generated one shot (zero on goal), 13 crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat against FC Cincinnati.

Impact Lennon created two chances, completed two dribbles, and contributed defensively with two clearances, one interception, and one tackle. He started the season strongly with three assists in his first five games but has not contributed to a goal in the seven games since then.

MAY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gonzalo Pineda, Brooks Lennon on "simplifying the message" ahead of double matchweek | Atlanta United FC Atlanta United plays FC Cincinnati at TQL Stadium on Wednesday

MAY 13, 2024 • ATLUTD.COM

Registers most crosses in the game Lennon had nine crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against D.C. United.

Impact Lennon recorded the most crosses in the game, created three chances and also made two tackles, two interceptions and a clearance. Although he's assisted three times in 11 games this season, his last assist was six games ago against Chicago Fire.

MAY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays full game against Minnesota United Lennon generated 11 crosses (four accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Minnesota United.

Impact Lennon registered the second-highest number of crosses in the match, crafted two chances, completed two dribbles and contributed defensively with six interceptions, one tackle and a clearance. He has been a key creator with 25 chances created in 10 games this season, resulting in three assists.

MAY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Head coach Gonzalo Pineda, Brooks Lennon on staying positive and what the 5-Stripes want to achieve against the Philadelphia Union | Atlanta United FC Coach Pineda and defender Lennon spoke to local media on Friday about preparing for Sunday’s match against the Union

APRIL 12, 2024 • ATLUTD.COM

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