FRANCO FRAGAPANE NEWS

Scores for another victory Fragapane scored on two shots (one on target) and hauled in three chances created and two crosses (one accurate) in Friday's 3-1 win over Vancouver Whitecaps.

Impact Fragapane sealed the deal for United late in the match with his second goal in three games as those were his first scores this season. He's been very productive in that period also adding five shots, seven chances created and six fouls drawn.

JULY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

First goal of season Fragapane scored a goal while taking two shots (both on goal) and creating two chances during Wednesday's 3-2 win over LA Galaxy.

Impact Fragapane found the back of the net in the 36th minute scoring Minnesota's second goal. The goal was the first of the season for the attacker while his two chances created tied for the team-high total in the win.

JUNE 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances in tie Fragapane had four shots (two on goal) and created four chances in Wednesday's 1-1 tied against Galaxy.

Impact Fragapane showed his strength in the offense delivering a plethora of shots and chances for the Minnesota squad. The midfielder has been struggling with finishing in the attacking half with zero goals out of 11 appearances so far this season. With one of his best performances for the 2022 campaign, Fragapane is looking toward increasing his minutes and becoming a key player of the starting XI.

MAY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Fragapane (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with San Jose.

Impact Fragapane is on the bench for Saturday's clash after going off with a hamstring injury last time out. The forward was replaced in the starting XI by Bongokuhle Hlongwane, who figures to get more playing time while Fragapane recovers.

MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with ham Fragapane was forced off in the second half of Sunday's match with the Red Bulls due to a hamstring injury.

Impact Fragapane was forced off in the 71st minute after grabbing his left hamstring while making a run. More information should be available about the extent of injury ahead of Minnesota's next match against San Jose.

MARCH 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs one assist Fragapane had one assist, two shots (both on goal), two crosses, one block and created one chance in the 1-1 draw with Philadelphia Union on Saturday.

Impact Ready to start the season off right, Fragapane found Robin Lod just 23 minutes into this match to log his first assist of the year. Always a threat to log assists, maybe the midfielder can add another one to his total against Nashville.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Portland Fragapane scored a goal and won one of one tackles in Sunday's 3-1 Round One defeat against the Timbers. He also made a clearance in the match.

Impact Fragapane opened the scoring on Sunday but it wasn't enough to fend off his opponents, which came from behind and knocked Minnesota out of the playoffs. Fragapane finishes his first MLS season with six goals and nine assists in 20 games (all starts), and really locked down the starting spot on the left wing but for a thigh injury that kept him out for about a month in the summer.

NOVEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

GOAL: Franco Fragapane, Minnesota United FC - 20th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores goal against Kansas City Fragapane scored a goal and created a chance in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Sporting KC. He also made a clearance and won four of four tackles in the match.

Impact Fragapane scored his fifth goal of the season on Sunday, and he chipped in effectively on defense as well. He will be looking for more in next weekend's regular season finale against the Galaxy, which have conceded 50 times in 32 MLS matches.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Philadelphia Fragapane scored a goal in a 3-2 win against Philadelphia Union on Wednesday.

Impact Fragapane had a great game for the hosts. The 28-year-old scored the team's third in the match which was his fourth of the league campaign. That's not it as he also provided an assist for the side's opening goal.

OCTOBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Continues fine form in 1-0 win Fragapane scored once, took three shots (two on target), created one chance, sent one cross (none accurate), made one tackle (one won) and intercepted twice in the 1-0 win over Aus...

Impact Fragapane has been a force to be reckoned with all season when he has played. In 14 appearances this season, he has three goals and eight assists to put him at the top of the leaderboards along with teammate Robin Lod for Minnesota. He has also averaged 1.35 shots, 1.78 created chances, 3.0 crosses, 2.14 corners and 1.64 tackles per 90 minutes in all competitions. Whenever Fragapane starts, he is one of the best strikers in the league and one of the best options for Minnesota.

OCTOBER 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fragapane's goal give Minnesota United 1-0 win over Austin

Franco Fragapane scored an early goal in Minnesota United’s 1-0 victory over expansion Austin on Saturday night

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • Associated Press

Records assist against Colorado Fragapane took a shot and assisted a goal in Sunday's 3-1 defeat against the Rapids. He also won two of two tackles in the match.

Impact Fragapane set up Adrien Hunou's opener on Sunday for his fifth assist in his last five appearances, and his eighth overall of the season. He will be looking for more next weekend against Austin FC, which have conceded 44 goals in 28 MLS matches.

OCTOBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers three crosses in draw Fragapane took two shots (one on target), created two chances, delivered three crosses and made on interception in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Dallas FC.

Impact Fragapane was not able to find the back of the net Saturday but he still managed to rack up offensive stats due to his role on set pieces. The striker has now collected four assists in his last four appearances, along with producing three shots, eight chances created and 15 crosses.

OCTOBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against D.C. United Fragapane created two chances and recorded an assist in Wednesday's 3-1 loss against D.C. United.

Impact Fragapane sent in seven crosses (three accurate) and recorded an assist on the team's only goal when he connected with Bakaye Dibassy on a free kick delivery, which Dibassy headed in for a goal in the 40th minute. Fragapane remained involved in the attack throughout the game as he took one shot (on goal), took five corners and created a couple of chances. He has recorded four assists in his last three games and has a total of two goals and seven assists through just 11 appearances for the club. Minnesota will look to bounce back on the road Saturday against Dallas.

OCTOBER 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Registers assist in win Fragapane provided one assist, created one chance, delivered four crosses, won two tackles and committed one foul in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Houston Dynamo.

Impact Fragapane had a great offensive outing Saturday as he provided one assist early in the first half to help his side take home all three points. The midfielder has now collected three assists in his last two appearances, along with producing four chances created and five crosses in the same time span.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Provides two assists in win Fragapane registered two assists, created three chances, delivered one cross, won two tackles, made one interception and drew two fouls in Saturday's 3-0 win versus Los Angeles Gal...

Impact Fragapane had a great offensive outing Saturday as he provided two assist to help his side take home all three points. The striker has racked up offensive stats due to his role on set pieces, resulting in two shots, eight chances created and 10 crosses in his last three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Fragapane (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Seattle.

Impact Fragapane makes an immediate return to the XI Saturday despite being out since July with a muscle injury. While he was productive when in the XI earlier in the season, it's unlikely he's ready for a full 90 and a difficult matchup is unlikely to help his overall numbers.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Could play against Seattle Fragapane (thigh) is fit enough to play in Saturday's clash against the Sounders, according to Zone Coverage's Jacob Schneider.

Impact Fragapane has been out since mid-July with a thigh injury he suffered after an exciting start to his career in Minnesota, where he posted two goals and three assists in his first six games with the club. He might be able to make his return on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still has ways to go in recovery Fragapane (thigh) still has a long way to go in his recovery from a thigh injury suffered last month, reports the Pioneer Press.

Impact Fragapane is running on the grass, but he's dealing with a muscle injury that he needs to completely recover from before making a full return. He hasn't appeared since July 18 and will probably miss a couple more matches before being considered again.

AUGUST 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Wednesday Fragapane (thigh) is traveling for Wednesday's match against LAFC, but he's unlikely to play, according to manager Adrian Heath.

Impact This update is completely different than the one a couple days ago that said Fragapane could be out for a month. That could still be the case, but he's apparently healthy enough to travel with the team to the west coast, so there's at least a chance he makes a bench in one of the upcoming matches.

JULY 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Likely out for next month Fragapane suffered a thigh injury that could rule him out for a month, according to Andy Greder of the Twin Cities Pioneer Press.

Impact Fragapane missed all of Saturday's 2-1 win over Portland and could miss another six-to-eight games at the least due to this injury. With two goals and three assists to his name in six appearances, Fragapane has had a solid start to life in MLS that will be delayed until he's healthy again. Niko Hansen took his place in the starting lineup during Saturday's match and figuring out who takes Fragapane's place long-term should become clear by Wednesday's trip to LAFC.

JULY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

On assist streak Fragapane recorded one assist with five crosses (two accurate), four corners and two chances created during a 2-2 draw Saturday versus San Jose.

Impact Fragapane assisted to United's first goal, scored by Brent Kallman. The former logged an assist during each of their last three games. Fragapane created five chances across that three-game span.

JULY 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota United's Franco Fragapane plays on while investigation lingers Major League Soccer is yet to rule on the accusation Franco Fragapane made a racial slur.

JULY 5, 2021 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Minnesota United confirms Franco Fragapane is subject of MLS investigation involving alleged slur Coach Adrian Heath said the player strongly denies the allegation, which the league has been looking into since Sunday.

JULY 1, 2021 • STARTRIBUNE.COM