DIEGO PALACIOS NEWS

Sets career-highs Palacios set a career-high with 2,881 minutes and 33 starts in 2023.

Impact Palacios played a major role and set a new career-high for minutes, appearances and starts. He didn't quite get as much going offensively as he did previously but he still put together some strong defensive stats and earned a major role in the first team. Palacios heads into 2024 as a likely member of the starting XI in most matches.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in playoff win Palacios assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 5-2 victory against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Palacios recorded an assist Saturday as his headed pass found Denis Bouanga in the box who took the 2-1 lead in the 29th minute. It marked Palacios' third assist of the season, all of which have come in his last seven matches. He and his team have a chance to move onto the next round if they can beat Vancouver again next Sunday on the road.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Palacios assisted once to go with five crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Thursday's 5-1 victory against Minnesota United.

Impact Palacios logged the assist to Los Angeles Football Club's second goal, scored by Denis Bouanga. The left-back has two goals across his four appearances between Sept. 17 and Oct. 4.

OCTOBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

One cross in draw Palacios registered one cross (zero accurate) and one tackle in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Philadelphia Union.

Impact Palacios had a quiet match in his first game back since serving a one-match suspension. He's totaled an assist on 13 crosses (three accurate), 16 tackles (seven won) and 14 interceptions in the last seven games.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to play Saturday Palacios is set to return for Saturday's 2022 MLS Cup final rematch against the Philadelphia Union after serving his one-match suspension.

Impact Palacios has not been playing much as late, starting twice in three matches since Sep 4 following his return to the team (personal). Now that he is back, the defender should get the start at left back Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Receives one-game ban Palacios was booked Saturday against the Galaxy, and as a result, he'll be suspended for Wednesday's match against St. Louis City.

Impact Palacios has started in all but one of his 24 league appearances for LAFC in 2023, so there's no question his absence will be greatly felt. Denil Maldonado could enter the XI as his replacement, and if that's the case, then Ryan Hollingshead (undisclosed) would slide over to the left-back role, assuming he recovers from the injury he sustained in El Trafico this past weekend. Palacios' first chance to return will come against Philadelphia on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shown eighth yellow in win Palacios was shown a yellow card in the 13th minute in Saturday's 4-2 win versus Los Angeles Galaxy, his eighth of the season which means he will be suspended for one match. In the...

Impact Palacios was shown his eighth yellow card of the season Saturday and will be suspended for Wednesday's match at St. Louis SC and will be eligible to return Saturday at Philadelphia. In the match he recorded his first goal contribution of the season as he assisted Denis Bouanga's goal in the 23rd minute. He also won three tackles and intercepted three passes in his full 90 minutes of playing time.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Sunday Palacios (personal) is one of the substitute options in Sunday's game versus Miami.

Impact Palacios missed the previous two league matches after averaging 3.4 tackles and 2.1 crosses per game over the 2023 campaign. The left-back is not featuring from kickoff though with Ryan Hollingshead playing that role against Inter.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out to face Charlotte Palacios (personal) is out for Saturday's match at Charlotte.

Impact There aren't many details of the situation, as Palacios is dealing with a personal family matter, but the defender doesn't have a return date yet. Ryan Hollingshead will likely remain as the starting left-back until Palacios is ready to return to action.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with family issues Palacios (personal) will not be an option for Wednesday's match against the Colorado Rapids as he is currently dealing with a private family matter, reports beat writer Justin Rud...

Impact Palacios has one of the most reliable players on the team, missing just two league matches so far while starting in all 21 appearances. In that span, he has totaled 72 tackles (39 won), 37 interceptions and 36 clearances. Ryan Hollingshead will likely get the start at left back on Wednesday against the Rapids.

AUGUST 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returning from suspension Palacios will be eligible to feature in Saturday's clash against the Earthquakes after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Palacios missed Tuesday's El Trafico loss to the Galaxy while suspended for yellow card accumulation, but he should return to the XI at left-back to face San Jose this weekend.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up booking and suspension Palacios created two chances and won three of four tackles in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against FC Dallas. He also received his fifth yellow card of the season, meaning he'll be suspen...

Impact Palacios has started 18 of LAFC's 19 league matches this season mostly at left-back, so his absence against the Galaxy will be felt. Ryan Hollingshead or Julian Gaines should replace him in the position.

JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends five crosses in shutout win Palacios recorded one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 1-0 win over Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Palacios and the LAFC back line snapped a bad run of three matches with six goals allowed finally keeping first clean sheet in last four matches. The wing-back is still without a goal or an assist this season but remains a constant offensive threat with regular numbers in shots, chances created and crosses and is overdue for a big one now.

JUNE 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in loss Palacios took two shots and created a chance in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat against the Dynamo. He also made a block and won four of five tackles in the match.

Impact Palacios lined up in the midfield trio on Wednesday due to injuries elsewhere in the squad, and he held his own in the position despite his side's defeat. His absence from the Ecuador national team this week is still a bit murky, but at this point it seems he will remain with LAFC for Saturday's clash against Sporting KC rather than link up with the national team for upcoming friendlies on June 17 and 20.

JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Houston Palacios is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Houston.

Impact Palacios was called up to the Ecuador national team but didn't appear due to reported travel issues. There's also a chance LAFC didn't let him leave, as he's in the starting XI Wednesday, taking up a midfield spot for the first time this season instead of his usual left-back role.

JUNE 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still expected for national team Palacios didn't show up with the Ecuador national team due to an issue with his passport, but is still expected to return, according to Johanna Calderon.

Impact Palacios failed to show up with the Ecuadorian national team due to an originally undisclosed reason. The defender's reason is now public, though it does little to clear up his status for a Wednesday clash with Houston. Palacios has reportedly changed his departure date, though it's not certain if that will allow him to play in Wednesday's clash. Sergi Palencia (lower body) is ruled out, potentially pushing Julian Gaines into the starting XI.

JUNE 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to show up to national team Palacios was called up to the Ecuadorian National Team for their upcoming friendlies, but failed to show up in their camp in New Jersey.

Impact Palacios was expected to show up late to Ecuador's camp, with LAFC playing a late Saturday game, however had failed to show up for an undisclosed reason. It is unclear if he will remain with LAFC or head to the national team, with Ecuador set to face off against Bolivia in New Jersey on Saturday. The defender has started all 13 matches at left back for the team, maintaining an average of 3.2 tackles per contest. If Palacios is unavailable for Wednesday's clash with Houston, then Julian Gaines could get the start with Sergi Palencia (lower body) sealing with injury.

JUNE 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles in loss Palacios made two interceptions and won three of five tackles in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against the Earthquakes. He also created a chance in the match.

Impact Palacios has started eight of LAFC's nine MLS matches at left-back this season while Sergi Palencia and Ryan Hollingshead are rotating with each other on the right side. He's posted six shots (two on target) and five chances created in this campaign.

MAY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three interceptions Palacios took two off target shots, crossed once inaccurately, created a chance and made three interceptions during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Colorado.

Impact Palacios helped LAFC keep a clean sheet as a member of the team's back four on Saturday. The left back has made ten interceptions in four league starts, helping his club keep three clean sheets.

APRIL 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up by Ecuador Palacios was called up by the Ecuador national team for a pair of international friendlies.

Impact Palacios will be active for the national team on March 24 and 28, ruling him out against Dallas and putting him in doubt for an April 1 trip to Colorado. The defender has been a nailed-on starter at left-back, playing every minute in the three opening matches. Meaning Ryan Hollingshead (undisclosed) could get the start.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four tackles in draw Palacios recorded four tackles (one won), three clearances and one interception in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Palacios kept himself busy Saturday with another match of multiple tackles and clearances. He brings his average tackles to four and clearances to three a game. This follows 12 tackles (three won) and nine clearances in three contests.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in big win Palacios made four clearances, two interceptions and took a shot on target in Sunday's 4-0 victory against the Revolution.

Impact Palacios has had to be very active defensively already this season, but he kept a first clean sheet from left-back in a commanding win over New England on Sunday.

MARCH 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ecuador leave out Castillo in last-named World Cup squad

Ecuador’s is the last squad to be known among the 32 in the World Cup, and its coach Gustavo Alfaro has not included a player who put the team’s presence in the tournament in doubt

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • Associated Press

Records assist against Philadelphia Palacios took a shot on target and assisted a goal in Saturday's 3-3 (3-0 after penalties) victory against the Union in the MLS Cup Final. He also made four clearances, an intercep...

Impact Palacios set up Gareth Bale's dramatic 128th-minute equalizing header with a cross on Saturday, sending the game to a penalty shootout and setting the stage for LAFC's first MLS Cup win. Palacios tallied one goal and five assists overall across 31 appearances (30 starts) at left-back this season.

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

With World Cup on horizon, Bale comes up big for LAFC

Gareth Bale showed during Saturday’s MLS Cup final between Los Angeles Football Club and the Philadelphia Union that he shouldn’t be underestimated going into the World Cup

NOVEMBER 6, 2022 • Associated Press