DECEMBER 7 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM
DIEGO FAGUNDEZ #7 - MIDFIELDER - LOS ANGELES GALAXY
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It's six for Galaxy, as Los Angeles strikes early and holds off Red Bulls for another MLS Cup - The Boston Globe After scoring twice in the first 13 minutes, MLS’s most successful franchise won its latest title, with Revolution stalwart Diego Fagundez f...
Assist off bench Fagundez assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Friday's 4-1 win over Colorado Rapids.
Impact Fagundez saw his first goal contribution since July on Friday, earning an assist in the win. He did this off the bench, only seeing 17 minutes of play. This marks his seventh straight match appearing off the bench.
NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE
Returns in Leagues Cup Fagundez (ankle) appeared for 45 minutes as a substitute in Sunday's 2-2 Leagues Cup draw against Chivas.
Impact Fagundez only took a few days to recover after going down in their midweek match with an ankle issue, as he returned to the field Sunday. This is good news for the club and the player, as he does see decent time, notching 16 starts in 26 appearances. That said, he should be expected to remain in a starting role moving forward and be fit to resume MLS play in two weeks.
AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE
Rolls ankle Wednesday Fagundez picked up an ankle injury during Wednesday's 2-1 win over San Jose, reports Corner of the Galaxy Podcast.
Impact Fagundez featured in the Galaxy's first Leagues Cup match, scoring a goal before being taken off with an ankle injury. He is set for further evaluation as his status for Sunday's clash against Chivas is up in the air. The midfielder had scored two goals with one assist in the last eight MLS games, making 17 crosses and six tackles in that span.
AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE
Assists against Portland Timbers Fagundez assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 3-2 victory against Portland Timbers.
Impact Fagundez assisted Joseph Paintsil's goal in the 58th minute. He created three chances and made two tackles. This marks the first time this season that Fagundez has recorded goal involvements in consecutive games.
JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE
Nets fourth of the season Fagundez scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 3-2 victory over Colorado Rapids.
Impact Fagundez picked up his fourth goal of the season as he opened the scoring with a shot from the center of the box in the 12th minute of play. This marked his third consecutive game with a shot but the first in that span that he registered one on target. He also tied his season high with two shots on goal and accounted for at least two chances created for the 10th time in 25 appearances on the campaign.
JULY 19 • ROTOWIRE
Quiet outing versus Real Salt Lake Fagundez had one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Real Salt Lake.
Impact Fagundez had a free kick shot denied by the goalkeeper but generated little else during Saturday's clash. With three goals in 20 games played (11 starts) this year, Fagundez holds moderate offensive potential and is reliable mainly for his set-piece work. Still, he's getting plenty of minutes as a central attacking midfielder in the absence of both Riqui Puig (groin) and Gaston Brugman (bruise).
JUNE 23 • ROTOWIRE
Nets goal Fagundez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 2-0 victory against New York City FC.
Impact Fagundez ends his scoring drought with a goal during Wednesday's win. He is still looking for his first assist if the season after his form has dropped after a career-best season with Austin back in 2022. The midfielder has also started 10 of the 19 games played, scoring three times in 16 shots (nine on target), 51 crosses (17 accurate) and 28 chances created.
JUNE 21 • ROTOWIRE
Seven crosses in win Fagundez generated one shot (one on goal), seven crosses (three accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Houston Dynamo.
Impact Fagundez recorded seven crosses Saturday, tied for his most in a match this season. He also set a season high with six corners and created multiple chances for the fifth time this season. He was subbed off in the 84th minute for Daniel Aguirre.
MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE
Attempts six crosses Fagundez registered two shots (one on goal), six crosses (four accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Charlotte FC.
Impact Fagundez whipped in a team-high six crosses (four accurate) Saturday as Galaxy drew 1-1 with Charlotte. The appearance marked Fagundez's return to the starting XI after serving as a substitute in Galaxy's previous two matches. After starting in each of Galaxy's first four matches to begin the season, Fagundez has now started in just two of their most recent 10 league matches.
MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE
Reserve goal Wednesday Fagundez scored one goal with three during the Galaxy's 2-2 draw Wednesday at Minnesota. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 96th minute.
Impact Perhaps surprisingly, Fagundez has been more effective as a reserve than as a starter. The midfielder's last five appearances saw him score two goals, both in under 20 minutes.
MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE
Provides service from wide areas Fagundez registered one shot (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Seattle Sounders FC.
Impact Fagundez returned to the Galaxy starting XI Sunday after making six consecutive appearances as a substitute. He tied a team-high with five crosses (zero accurate) and led the team with four corners. In 2024, Fagundez has already matched his total number of appearances with Galaxy in 2023 (11). He's started five total matches and scored once.
MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE
Impact substitute appearance Fagundez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one corner in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
Impact Fagundez scored his first goal of their 2024 season as Los Angeles defeated Vancouver 3-1. Fagundez started each of Los Angeles's first four matches but has seemingly been dropped to the bench, having now come on as a substitute in four successive matches. He'll need subsequent key performances to earn his way back into the starting XI.
APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE
Five cross performance Fagundez recorded five crosses (three accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Nashville SC.
Impact Fagundez was key in LA Galaxy's effort to provide service to attackers in the box during their 2-2 draw versus Nashville FC on Sunday. Fagundez provided five crosses (three accurate) and also took five corners. Fagundez attempted just 87 crosses in 2023 in his time between Austin FC & LA Galaxy. With his settling in period at LA Galaxy seemingly in the rear view mirror, Fagundez could look more like A?he 2022 version of himself that attempted 198 crosses over 37 appearances (35 starts) in 2022. Fagundez has attempted 15 crosses (seven accurate) and 10 corners in the first three matches of 2024.
MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE
Creates two chances Fagundez registered two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 5-2 defeat versus Minnesota United.
Impact Fagundez has started five of the last nine matches played, recording a goal and an assist since joining the club from Austin FC. He's totaled three goals and assists overall this year, which is far off from his total in 2022.
OCTOBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Sharp has hat trick, Fagundez scores winner as Galaxy rally past Minnesota United 4-3
Billy Sharp had his first career hat trick and Diego Fagundez scored the winner as the Los Angeles Galaxy rallied from a two-goal deficit to beat Minnesota United 4-3SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scores off the bench against Minnesota Fagundez scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Thursday's 4-3 victory against Minnesota United.
Impact Fagundez replaced Oriol Rosell at half time and scored the winner in the 82nd minute assisted by Tyler Boyd. In addition to that, he also made one clearance. He has scored thrice and assisted twice this season in 24 games and has now recorded goal involvements in back to back games.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Assists in El Trafico loss Fagundez assisted once to go with five crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 4-2 defeat against Los Angeles Football Club.
Impact Fagundez recorded his second assist of the season and his first since the season opener Saturday, as he set up Billy Sharp's goal in the 25th minute with a through ball. It was the only chance he created in the match and he also recorded a secondary assist for the second consecutive match.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Galaxy's Diego Fagundez approaching 350th career appearance The midfielder, who once had dreams of making an impact in MLS, debuted as a 16-year-old with New England in 2011
SEPTEMBER 9, 2023 • DAILYNEWS.COM
Looks lively on the wing Fagundez generated seven crosses (three successful) in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Houston
Impact Fagundez performed really well for this new team and created three chances and also made three tackles. This was the first time he started for the club and is expected to feature again as primary winger Douglas Costa is out injured. He has scored twice and assisted once for his old club Austin this season and will hope to improve his performances even more.
SEPTEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Galaxy obtain Diego Fagundez from Austin FC The Los Angeles Galaxy acquired midfielder Diego Fagundez from Austin FC on Tuesday in exchange for midfielder Memo Rodriguez and up to $900...
AUGUST 1, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
Diego Fagundez joins LA Galaxy from Austin FC in trade for Memo Rodríguez | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - LA receive: Diego Fagundez, up to $150k GAM - ATX receive: Memo Rodríguez, up to $900k GAM The LA Galaxy ha...
AUGUST 1, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Galaxy acquire Diego Fagundez from Austin FC Fagundez signed a contract extension last offseason to make him among Austin FC's highest-paid players.
AUGUST 1, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Dealt to Galaxy Fagundez was traded to LA Galaxy for Memo Rodriguez and up to $900,000 in GAM, Austin announced.
Impact Fagundez is headed to LA Galaxy in a major move in the Western Conference. The midfielder has been less than stellar in 2023 but is coming off an incredible 2022 where he totaled six goals and 13 assists in over 3,000 minutes played. Fagundez should immediately step into a major role with LA Galaxy.
AUGUST 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
