DAMIR KREILACH NEWS

Records assist Kreilach assisted once to go with two shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Austin FC.

Impact Kreilach logged his first assist since the 2021 MLS season. That campaign, he proved to be a valuable chance creator by recording eight assists. Injuries significantly limited him during 2022. But after taking time off to recover from them, Kreilach will look at getting back to his chance-creating roots this year.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns with goal Kreilach scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Kreilach is fit and on the pitch to open 2023 and he is right back in the goals. The superstar attacking midfielder found his way onto the scoresheet at the first time of asking. Kreilach would be an elite option when fit, with the potential for MVP numbers certainly on the table.

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Damir Kreilach is back! Real Salt Lake's captain shows "lethal" quality | MLSSoccer.com When Damir Kreilach scored his 73rd-minute goal to ultimately give Real Salt Lake a 2-1 road win at Vancouver Whitecaps FC on Saturday night...

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Kreilach, Glad each score a goal, RSL beats Whitecaps 2-1

Damir Kreilach scored the deciding goal in a 2-1 win for Real Salt Lake over the Vancouver Whitecaps on in the season opener for both teams

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • Associated Press

Active in friendly Kreilach took part in the pre-season finale against Chicago, playing the full 90.

Impact Kreilach ended the 2022 season on the injured list but seems to be fit and ready to go for 2023. The forward is an MVP candidate when at his best and despite a down year in 2022, should be a prime bounce-back candidate if he can stay healthy.

FEBRUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Croatia's World Cup run: Damir Kreilach relishes "incredible moment" for homeland | MLSSoccer.com When Croatia made the 2018 FIFA World Cup final in Russia, Damir Kreilach couldn't attend.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Ends season injured Kreilach (back) was not involved in the penalty shootout defeat against Austin FC in Round One of the playoffs.

Impact Kreilach made five MLS appearances (three starts) this season before picking up a back injury in April and he hasn't featured since. The 33-year-old underwent surgery in June and will hope to enter the next campaign fit and available to contribute after being the team's star player in 2021 (16 goals, eight assists).

NOVEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Austin Kreilach (back) is not in RSL's match day squad for Sunday's Round One playoff clash against Austin FC.

Impact Kreilach was upgraded to "questionable" this week but he has not been deemed fit enough for Sunday's match. If Salt Lake can continue advancing through the playoffs then maybe Kreilach will eventually be able to return.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Austin hosts Real Salt Lake in Western Conference action

Austin hosts Real Salt Lake in a conference matchup

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • Associated Press

Upgraded to questionable Kreilach (back) is questionable for Sunday's trip to Austin, per the Salt Lake injury report.

Impact Kreilach has been out since the beginning of the campaign but it appears that he has an outside chance of returning to the first team in the playoffs. The midfielder would likely be a bench option if available Sunday, with a six-month layoff likely keeping him well away from match fitness heading into the playoffs.

OCTOBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Real Salt Lake hosts the Portland Timbers in Western Conference action

Real Salt Lake hosts the Portland Timbers in a conference matchup

OCTOBER 8, 2022 • Associated Press

Out against Portland Kreilach (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's regular season finale against the Timbers, according to RSL's injury report.

Impact Kreilach has been out since April with a back injury and even if Salt Lake is able to qualify for the playoffs on Decision Day this weekend, he seems unlikely to get fit in time to feature again in 2022.

OCTOBER 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chicharito and the LA Galaxy host Real Salt Lake

Chicharito leads the LA Galaxy into a matchup with Real Salt Lake after scoring two goals against the San Jose Earthquakes

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • Associated Press

Ruled out once more Kreilach (back) is out for Saturday's trip to LA Galaxy, per the Salt Lake injury report.

Impact Kreilach is out for Saturday's trip to LA Galaxy with a back injury that has kept him sidelined since April. At this point any chance of returning in the regular season is fading quickly. While he hasn't been giving the season-ending designation yet it's hard to think Kreilach will return in 2022.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brenner leads Cincinnati against Real Salt Lake

Brenner leads Cincinnati into a matchup with Real Salt Lake after scoring three goals against the San Jose Earthquakes

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • Associated Press

Real Salt Lake hosts D.C. United in non-conference matchup

Real Salt Lake hosts D.C

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022 • Associated Press

Los Angeles FC seeks to break losing streak in matchup with Real Salt Lake

Los Angeles FC looks to break a three-game slide when it hosts Real Salt Lake

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022 • Associated Press

Minnesota United takes win streak into game against Real Salt Lake

Minnesota United is looking to continue a three-game win streak with a victory against Real Salt Lake

AUGUST 30, 2022 • Associated Press

Dallas takes home winning streak into matchup with Real Salt Lake

Dallas hosts Real Salt Lake trying to continue a three-game home winning streak

AUGUST 26, 2022 • Associated Press

Seen running at training Kreilach (back) was able to run around the track at RSL's training session on Friday, Tom Hackett of KSL Sports reports.

Impact Kreilach hasn't played since April due to a back injury that he underwent surgery for in early June. He is making progress with his rehabilitation, but it is unclear whether he is on track to be able to return by the end of the regular season in October.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gauld and the Vancouver Whitecaps visit Real Salt Lake

Ryan Gauld leads the Vancouver Whitecaps into a matchup with Real Salt Lake after scoring two goals against the Colorado Rapids

AUGUST 19, 2022 • Associated Press

Seattle Sounders host Real Salt Lake in Western Conference action

The Seattle Sounders host Real Salt Lake in conference play

AUGUST 13, 2022 • Associated Press

Los Angeles FC takes win streak into match against Real Salt Lake

Los Angeles FC is looking to prolong a four-game win streak with a victory against Real Salt Lake

AUGUST 5, 2022 • Associated Press

Real Salt Lake looks to end road losing streak in game against the San Jose Earthquakes

Real Salt Lake visits the San Jose Earthquakes looking to end a three-game road skid

JULY 29, 2022 • Associated Press

Real Salt Lake hosts Dallas after shutout win

A game after shutting out Sporting Kansas City 3-0, Real Salt Lake faces Dallas

JULY 22, 2022 • Associated Press