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Not expected back Saturday Williams (calf) is doubtful to play against Charlotte on Saturday, per Steven Goff of The Washington Post.

Impact Williams is set to miss his second consecutive contest due to his calf problem. Once cleared to play, Williams figures to reclaim his spot in the starting XI, which could see the club return to a back-three after having used four at the back for the last two matches.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Status uncertain Williams (calf) is questionable for Saturday's clash with San Jose, according to the D.C. injury report.

Impact Williams is carrying a questionable tag into Saturday's match after limping off against Chicago. The defender is a starting choice when fully fit, though Brendan Hines-Ike could get the start to avoid risking Williams' fitness.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off early Williams was brought off with an apparent injury in the first half of Saturday's clash with Chicago.

Impact Williams made it 24 minutes before being brought off and replaced by Brendan Hines-Ike. The defender has been a consistent piece of the starting XI and would be a major loss if ruled out for a Saturday clash with San Jose. If Williams is ruled out Hines-Ike is the most likely replacement in the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Cincinnati Williams scored a goal and won one of one tackles in Saturday's 3-0 victory against FC Cincinnati. He also made a block, six clearances and two interceptions in the match.

Impact Williams defended well to keep the current MLS leaders off the scoreboard on Saturday, and he also netted his first ever goal in the competition with a powerful putback from a rebounded shot. Williams has now started nine of D.C.'s last 10 league games since the start of May, with three clean sheets from central defense in that span.

JUNE 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Williams made four clearances in Saturday's 3-0 victory against the Galaxy.

Impact Williams and D.C. have now kept back-to-back clean sheets following their win over Los Angeles on Saturday. The center-back has started four consecutive league games after recovering from a hamstring injury that had sidelined him for most of April.

MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Features off bench in win Williams (hamstring) subbed into Saturday's match against Charlotte in the 50th minute, and he made a clearance in the 3-0 victory.

Impact Williams returned to action Saturday after recovering from a hamstring injury that had sidelined him since March, and he played most of the second half after replacing a seemingly injured Steve Birnbaum (undisclosed) in D.C.'s back-three.

APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Taken off injury report Williams (hamstring) is no longer listed in D.C.'s injury report for Saturday's clash against Charlotte FC.

Impact Williams has missed all five of his side's matches in April with a hamstring injury, including the mid-week win over Richmond in the U.S. Open Cup, but he seems to be making progress with his recovery and could potentially be available to return against Charlotte on Saturday.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss a few more weeks Williams is still "a few weeks" from returning from a hamstring injury, Steven Goff of The Washington Post reported on Thursday.

Impact Williams has already missed D.C.'s last two games with this injury, and he's expected to remain sidelined for at least a couple more. Donovan Pines has been replacing him alongside Steve Birnbaum in central defense, though teenager Matai Akinmboni is another option in the position as well.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Columbus Williams (undisclosed) will not be available for this weekend's clash against the Crew, D.C. manager Wayne Rooney told The Washington Post's Steven Goff on Thursday.

Impact Williams missed last weekend's draw against the Fire and is not expected to be able to play versus Columbus on Saturday either. With Matai Akinmboni (head) still in question, Donovan Pines could continue as the starter alongside Steve Birnbaum in central defense while Williams is out.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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

Impact Williams is back in the first team after a thigh injury. The defender has been a consistent starter and avoided any set-backs in training, putting him straight back into the starting XI. Williams has started each of the last two matches.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Facing fitness test for Saturday Williams is listed as questionable for Saturday's clash against the Revolution due to a thigh injury, according to D.C.'s injury report for the match.

Impact Williams has started each of his new side's last two MLS games alongside Steve Birnbaum in central defense, but his status is uncertain heading into the New England game. With Matai Akinmboni (head), Victor Palsson (not injury related) and Brendan Hines-Ike (foot) all out this weekend, Donovan Pines could be called in to replace Williams in the XI if necessary.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four interceptions in first start Williams made five clearances, four interceptions and won two of two tackles in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Orlando City.

Impact Williams started his first game for D.C. alongside Steve Birnbaum on Saturday. The pair should likely be the preferred center-back options for the team moving forward.

MARCH 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could be an option for weekend Williams (lower leg) is not listed in D.C.'s injury report for Saturday's clash against the Crew.

Impact Williams missed last weekend's season-opening win over Toronto with a lower leg injury, but D.C. manager Wayne Rooney told reporters that he's returned to training this week and might be available to face Columbus. Matai Akinmboni (16 years old) and Victor Palsson (a midfielder) started in central defense against Toronto, so Williams, along with Steve Birnbaum, will be options to break into the XI once they're fully fit.

MARCH 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wont play Saturday Williams (lower leg) won't be an option for Saturday's home opener against Toronto FC, according to Steven Goff of the Washington Post.

Impact Williams was a regular starter with the Galaxy last season, totaling one assists with 94 clearances in 28 appearances. Once healthy, he will have to complete for a starting center back role with Donovan Pines and Steve Birnbaum.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fitness test for opener Williams has not been training with D.C. United, according to Steven Goff of the Washington Post.

Impact Williams arrived in D.C. via a trade with the Galaxy early in the offseason, but he will be questionable for the opener against Toronto FC on Saturday as he's dealing with an undisclosed injury.

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

DC United acquire Derrick Williams in trade with LA Galaxy | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - D.C. receive: Derrick Williams - LA receive: $180k GAM D.C. United have begun addressing their backline iss...

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

D.C. United acquires center back Derrick Williams from L.A. Galaxy Williams, 29, is a left-footed center back who can also provide cover at left back.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Gets traded to D.C. Williams was traded to D.C. United from the LA Galaxy in exchange for $180,000 of 2024 General Allocation Money, it was announced Thursday.

Impact Williams has made 44 starts over the last two seasons for a Galaxy team that didn't really show much promise until later into 2022. Now on the East coast, Williams should expect to regularly start for a team in desperate need of good defensive help after conceding 13 goals to Philadelphia alone last season.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out for personal reason Williams will not be involved in Friday's clash against the Sounders due to personal reasons, according to Los Angeles' injury report.

Impact Williams missed last weekend's big win over the Whitecaps with a yellow card suspension and he will be out against Seattle as well for personal reasons. He had started 18 of the Galaxy's 19 MLS matches from the start of April through to his suspension but Nick DePuy is likely to continue in his place in central defense on Friday.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Vancouver Williams will miss next weekend's clash against the Whitecaps with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Williams picked up a booking in Saturday's defeat against Sporting KC, meaning he will be suspended for next weekend's match. Nick DePuy or Eriq Zavaleta could replace him in central defense for the game.

AUGUST 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Six clearances Williams recorded two interceptions, six clearances and two blocks during Sunday's 2-0 win over Atlanta.

Impact Williams showed a masterful defensive performance for the L.A. Galaxy squad, stopping several opportunities for the full 90 minutes. With 71 clearances and 16 blocks in just 18 appearances, Williams has been a top defender and a key piece of the starting XI. If Williams is able to keep his performance in top form, it is likely the defender will remain in a starting role for the rest of the 2022 season.

JULY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against Nashville Williams made six clearances and assisted a goal in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Nashville SC. He also made a block and an interception in the match.

Impact Williams set up Dejan Joveljic's late winner on Saturday as the Galaxy are now four games undefeated in MLS -- a run that coincides with Williams' return to the starting lineup. He has kept back to back clean sheets heading into next weekend's clash against RSL, which have scored nine goals in nine matches this season.

APRIL 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in draw Williams made three clearances, two blocks and took a shot in Sunday's 3-3 draw against Minnesota United.

Impact The Galaxy missed the playoffs in heartbreaking fashion on Sunday, meaning Williams ends his first MLS season with three clean sheets in 21 appearances (20 starts). He, Nick DePuy and Sega Coulibaly were rotated fairly equally among the two center back spots for Los Angeles.

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Williams (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Portland.

Impact Williams is back in the starting XI after dealing with a groin injury for the last two months. The defender's return should help LA Galaxy's depth, which has struggled mightily. He pairs with Nick DePuy, a misfit pairing for LA Galaxy, with Sega Coulibaly on the bench.

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Williams (groin) has been training with the Galaxy during the last few weeks and should be available Saturday against Portland, according to LA Sports Access reporter Delmy Barilla...

Impact Williams has missed five MLS games with a groin injury he suffered about a month ago, but he might be ready to make his return this weekend against the Timbers.

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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