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Back after four matches Badji (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Charlotte.

Impact Badji returns after missing the last four matches due to a thigh injury. The attacker hasn't started a match since July.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up thigh injury Badji is out for Saturday's match against Orlando due to a thigh injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Badji is not with the team after the break due to injury, with the forward suffering from a thigh injury. This will make it two straight games out for the forward, but it is a minor loss for the team, mainly serving in a depth role in the attack.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Solid effort despite defeat Badji generated three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 defeat versus Real Salt Lake. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 62nd minute.

Impact Badji saw his first start in four appearances and delivered a solid performance by racking up at least three shots for a second straight outing. He is also up to three shots on target over the last two games. Additionally, this was the third time in 13 appearances this season (two starts) that he totaled double digits in completed passes.

JUNE 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off bench Badji scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 7-1 loss to Chicago Fire.

Impact Badji logged in the only goal for D.C United on Saturday, coming off the bench to play in the final half hour of the game. He is just getting back to the swing of things following an absence due to a thigh injury, coming off the bench the last two contests since returning.

JUNE 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Badji (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Cincinnati.

Impact Badji is finally returning from his injury woes after around a month out, seeing a bench spot after time out with a thigh issue. He has only started in two of his 10 appearances this season, and a rotational option seems to be likely for the forward who has yet to score this season.

MAY 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Missing time with thigh injury Badji is out for Saturday's match against Toronto due to a thigh injury.

Impact Badji is not going to be an option for the club for the time being after suffering a thigh injury. This will be something to monitor, but it isn't a major loss as he typically only features off the bench, seeing the start in two of his 10 appearances this campaign.

MAY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Badji (hamstring) is among the substitutes for Saturday's meeting with Colorado Rapids.

Impact Badji made a quick recovery from the issue that put his participation in doubt, but the return of Christian Benteke from a quadriceps injury pushed him back to a bench role. The backup forward will look to open his 2025 scoring or assisting count if given the opportunity in upcoming fixtures.

MAY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Badji (hamstring) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Colorado, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Badji was added to the injury report with a hamstring issue. The forward played 71 minutes last time out but is now at risk of missing Saturday's clash. Badji has yet to score but has been a frequent option off the bench in 2025.

MAY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

The 'full circle' soccer journey that brought Dominique Badji to D.C. United Dominique Badji’s story began in Senegal and brought him to Washington and Episcopal, where he was a star. Years later, he found a way back...

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Nets in win Badji scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Toronto FC.

Impact Badji made his second appearance for D.C. and he found the back of the net with his first shot for the club. The striker will likely face a limited role, at least at first, though if he can keep scoring with those limited chances. Even if he doesn't take a large role in the starting XI, Badji should get plenty of chances during a busy schedule that has pushed D.C. into some frequent rotation.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Dominique Badji scores go-ahead goal in the 88th minute and lowly D.C. United cooled off Toronto 3-1

Dominique Badji scored a go-ahead goal in the 88th minute and Gabriel Pirani added another in injury time as lowly D

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • Associated Press

Signs with DC United Badji has completed a transfer to DC United from Bandirmaspor, his new club announced Thursday. The striker signed a two-year deal through the end of the 2026 MLS season with an op...

Impact Badji makes a quick return to MLS, as he spent the last six months playing in Turkey's second division. The veteran striker scored one goal in eight matches across all competitions for Bandirmaspor before signing with D.C. United, and he should add depth upfront for the Black and Red.

JULY 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Badji (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Philadelphia.

Impact Badji came off in the final match of the first leg and is now on the bench. He started three matches to end the season but he hasn't been trusted for the starting XI in the second leg. Instead it is Aaron Boupendza is in the starting XI, as he was for most of the regular season

NOVEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in first half Badji was forced off in the first half of Saturday's match against the New York Red Bulls with an injury.

Impact Badji left the match after 34 minutes, succumbing to an injury and being replaced by Aaron Boupendza. The severity of the injury should be revealed following the match.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Atlanta Badji scored a goal off three shots (two on target) during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Atlanta.

Impact Badji had his second start over the last three games and made most of the new opportunity by scoring his side's first goal with an easy slot-in in the 25th minute and being a threat during the rest of the contest. After struggling with performance issues last year and then missing time injured this year, the forward will hope this performance helps him to be deployed for extended minutes during the upcoming playoffs.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dominique Badji and Luciano Acosta each score to help Cincinnati tie Atlanta United 2-2

Dominique Badji and Luciano Acosta each scored in the first half to help Cincinnati tie Atlanta United 2-2

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • Associated Press

Plays eight minutes Badji created a chance during Saturday's 3-2 win over Toronto.

Impact Badji has yet returned to the lineup since returning from injury on Sep 16 and is set to remain a bench role for the remaining of the regular season.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bench role since returning Badji generated two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-0 win against Charlotte FC.

Impact Since returning from injury on Sep 16, Badji has been appearing off the bench for the team. Prior to his injury, the forward had totaled eight starts in nine league appearances, totaling four goals and two assists in that span.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from injury report Badji (leg) is not on the Cincinnati injury report for Saturday's trip to Philadelphia.

Impact Badji has missed more than two months due to the leg injury but is now removed from the injury report. The striker could be ready to make his return in some capacity during Saturday's clash, though it's uncertain if he will be risked in the starting XI straight away.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back to team training Badji (leg) is back in team training ahead of Sep 16 match against the Philadelphia Union, per Laurel Pfahler of the Queens City Press.

Impact Badji is back on the training grounds for full training with the team after missing the last seven matches with a leg injury. If all goes well, he will be ready to start against Philadelphia on Sep 16.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Working individually Badji (leg) was working individually in training Friday ahead of Saturday's match against Orlando City SC, per FC Cincinnati beat reporter Pat Brennan.

Impact It could be too soon for Badji to return Saturday as he continues to work individually following his knee injury. he has not stepped foot on the pitch since July 1 and could remain on the sidelines until after the international break.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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