FRANCO JARA NEWS

FC Dallas "looking at different options" at DP after Franco Jara exit | MLSSoccer.com Without even kicking a ball, Franco Jara may have completely changed FC Dallas' 2023 season.

JANUARY 13, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

FC Dallas open DP spot as forward Franco Jara departs | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Mutual contract termination FC Dallas and forward Franco Jara have mutually agreed to terminate his contract, the c...

JANUARY 10, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Backup option this season Jara started just seven MLS matches of this campaign, and he came off the bench to feature 25 more times.

Impact Jara had his least productive season yet for FC Dallas, tallying just three goals and an assist behind Jesus Ferreira in the depth chart. But the 34-year-old Designated Player is one of the most experienced backup strikers in the league if he maintains this role in the squad moving forward into 2023.

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Jara (hamstring) returned to training with FC Dallas on Wednesday, according to team reporter Garrett Melcer.

Impact Jara missed last weekend's loss to the Rapids with a hamstring knock, but is training with the squad again and could be available for selection on Decision Day at the weekend as he's not listed in Dallas' injury report. He has started just seven MLS matches this season and will be Jesus Ferreira's backup at center forward in the playoffs.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Jara (hamstring) is questionable for Saturday's trip to Colorado, per the Dallas injury report.

Impact Jara is questionable for Saturday's trip to Colorado with a hamstring issue. It's not clear when the forward picked this injury up, but it's not a good sign. Jara was healthy heading into the international break so he likely picked it up in training or on international duty. Jara will hope to play Saturday, but if he can't he will have one more chance to return in the regular season.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Jara scored one goal from one shot during 64 minutes of Saturday's 1-0 win over Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Jara has started just four times this season and recorded his third goal after failing to find the net over his previous eight appearances. With Jesus Ferreira pushed back into an attacking-midfield role, Jara could find more opportunities to start for the first time this season. This is one scenario to track over the coming weeks as it could affect the value of a solid attacking side.

JULY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jara scores, Paes makes 4 saves; Dallas beats Galaxy 1-0

Franco Jara scored an all-important goal while Maarten Paes stopped the four shots he faced as Dallas earned a 1-0 victory over the LA Galaxy

JULY 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

WATCH: Franco Jara lifts FC Dallas over LA Galaxy in West 6-pointer | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

JULY 31, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Stars statistically in rare start Jara hauled in four shots (off target), three chances created, two crosses (one accurate) and four fouls drawn in Wednesday's 1-0 loss to New York City FC.

Impact Jara was impressive in a rare start and has now taken a total of 10 shots over his past two starts. The forward though has only two goals and one assist all season and with just three starts he'll continue to hold limited upside in most formats.

JULY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off bench against Orlando City Jara scored a goal after coming off the bench in a 3-1 win against Orlando City on Saturday.

Impact Jara had an impressive outing for the visitors. The 27-year-old came as a substitute in the 63rd minute and scored the team's second goal seven minutes later which was his second in the league campaign. Other than that, Jara also provided an assist for the team's third goal.

JUNE 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Arriola scores in 5th straight leads Dallas over Orlando 3-1

Paul Arriola extended his career-best scoring streak to five games with a pair of goals to lead Dallas over Orlando 3-1

MAY 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes six shots in loss Jara had six shots (one on target) and created two chances during Sunday's 2-1 loss against Minnesota.

Impact Jara had just his second start of the season after coming off the bench for seven straight matches. The forward couldn't find the back of the net but still made most of the opportunity, leading all players in shots attempted and being one of Dallas' few positives on the offensive end. He'll hope this performance is enough for him to remain in the lineup for Saturday's visit to Orlando.

MAY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in win Jara subbed into Saturday's match against the Sounders in the 62nd minute and he took two shots on target in the 2-0 victory.

Impact Jara was active once he was introduced against Seattle on Sunday. The 33-year-old is a good backup option to Jesus Ferreira at the moment, but the youngster is leading the MLS Golden Boot race with seven goals so far, so don't expect Jara to get an uptick in playing time soon.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two touches off bench against Colorado Jara had two touches after coming off the bench in a 3-1 win against Colorado Rapids on Saturday.

Impact Jara had little impact on the match. The 33-year-old came as a substitute in the 85th minute and his most notable contribution was making a couple of tackles. Other than that, Jara also had two touches.

APRIL 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Has quiet game in start Jara completed 10 passes before being subbed out around the hour mark of Saturday's 0-0 draw against the Fire.

Impact Jara received his first start of the season Saturday as Jesus Ferreira was given a rest against Chicago, but Jara wasn't very effective at all with this opportunity. Expect Ferreira to return to the XI against the Rapids next weekend.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as substitute Jara scored one goal from his only shot, created one chance, sent in two inaccurate crosses and made one clearance in 11 minutes during Saturday's 2-0 win over Nashville.

Impact Jara subbed on in the 79th minute and converted a PK in the 85th to give them the late 1-0 lead and help his side earn three points at home. That was his first goal in his first appearance in the season. The forward will now look for more playing time against Portland on Saturday.

MARCH 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Saturday Jara (knee) returned to the bench for Saturday's clash with Nashville.

Impact Jara returned to the bench for Saturday's match against Nashville after dealing with a knee injury over the off-season. The forward isn't a major fantasy play, but will hope to test his knee off the bench.

MARCH 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against New England Jara (knee) is questionable for Saturday's clash with New England, according to the injury report.

Impact Jara is questionable for Saturday's clash with New England after picking up a knee injury in training. The forward will hope to make the bench after failing to make the final 20-man squad against Toronto in the season-opener.

MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

One key pass off bench against San Jose Jara provided one kye pass after coming off the bench in a 1-1 stalemate against San Jose Earthquakes on Sunday.

Impact Jara had little impact on the match. The 33-year-old came as a substitute in the 77th minute and his most notable contribution was providing a solitary key pass.

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Austin Jara scored a goal and created two chances in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Austin FC.

Impact Jara subbed into Saturday's game in the 80th minute and he made an immediate impact, scoring the game winner with an impressive volley. He has three goals and an assist in his last three appearances, and he will want to end the season on a high note next weekend against the Earthquakes, which have conceded 53 times in 33 MLS matches.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

GOAL: Franco Jara, FC Dallas - 80th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

OCTOBER 31, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

GOAL: Franco Jara, FC Dallas - 41st minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores goal against LAFC Jara took three shots and scored a goal in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat against LAFC. He also made a clearance in the match.

Impact Jara scored his fifth goal of the season Wednesday in what was his first start since Sept. 5. He will likely return to the bench against the Galaxy on Saturday in favor of Ricardo Pepi.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Arango's hat trick leads LAFC past Pepi-less FC Dallas

Cristian Arango’s hat trick led LAFC over a Ricardo Pepi-less FC Dallas team 3-2 on Wednesday night

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

GOAL: Franco Jara, FC Dallas - 45th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM