Jakob Glesnes - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Starts Sunday Glesnes (calf) is in the starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Glesnes has regained full fitness after sitting out the previous five MLS games, and he's making an immediate appearance in place of Maya Yoshida, who is now dealing with a knee injury. The former Philadelphia Union player could be relied on for his season average of 7.3 clearances per game, but his team has little clean sheet chances after allowing multiple goals in four of their last five official matches.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Glesnes (calf) could have a chance to return Saturday at Dallas as his status is now in doubt, according to the MLS player status report.

Impact Glesnes was expected to miss a few more games, but he has made significant progress in his recovery after being out since mid-March. He has been a solid source of passes and clearances this season, but his status is now up in the air. If he's not ready to play yet, Justin Haak and Carlos Emiro Garces will likely stay active in the back line.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss 4-6 weeks Glesnes is expected to be sidelined for 4-6 weeks after picking up a grade two calf strain, according to Corner of the Galaxy.

Impact Glesnes has joined Chris Rindov (leg) on the injury list, limiting the team's nominal center-back options to Maya Yoshida and Justin Haak. Glesnes made three MLS starts in 2026 before suffering the injury, leading the squad with an average of 7.0 clearances per game. He'll be inactive for a few games, aiming to return in mid or late April.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

LA Galaxy sign Jakob Glesnes to contract extension | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension The LA Galaxy have signed defender Jakob Glesnes to a contract extension through the 2028-29 season, the...

MARCH 10 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Solid defensively in Galaxy league debut Glesnes had one tackle (one won), 11 clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 1-1 draw against New York City FC.

Impact Glesnes put in a solid defensive performance in his first game for LA Galaxy and was a key figure in helping the team secure a point, particularly after his side went down to ten men just past the hour mark. He contributed across every defensive category, leading the team with 11 clearances while also adding two interceptions, one tackle and one block.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

LA Galaxy acquire Jakob Glesnes from Philadelphia Union | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - LA receive: Jakob Glesnes, homegrown priority for Jamir Johnson - PHI receive: Up to $2.2 million GAM, John...

DECEMBER 16, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Transferred to LA Galaxy Glesnes was transferred to LA Galaxy from Philadelphia in exchange for $1,100,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM), his new club announced. "We are thrilled to welcome Jakob and h...

Impact Glesnes has played 181 games with 178 starts in his MLS career, recording nine goals and 10 assists. Before joining the Union, Glesnes played in Norway's top division, the Eliteserien, representing Stromsgodset Toppfotball. In his six seasons with Philly, he was named the 2022 MLS Defender of the Year, a two time MLS Best XI selection, and a three time MLS All Star (2022, 2023, 2025).

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Team's progress leads to Best XI nods for Union's Kai Wagner, Jakob Glesnes Union defenders Jakob Glesnes and Kai Wagner were voted to the league’s Best XI by media, players and clubs, released Wednesday.

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • MCALL.COM

Union agree to extension with All-Star D Jakob Glesnes The Philadelphia Union agreed to a contract extension with defender Jakob Glesnes that will keep the three-time MLS All-Star in the fold thr...

AUGUST 19, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Philadelphia Union sign Jakob Glesnes to contract extension | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension The Philadelphia Union have signed defender Jakob Glesnes to a contract extension through 2027 with an op...

AUGUST 19, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Extends with Philadelphia Glesnes has signed an extension with Philadelphia.

Impact Glesnes is remaining with the Union for a few more seasons, as the all-star inked a three-year extension Tuesday. He is a regular starter for the club and has yet to let up on that role since earning it in 2021, likely to continue in this role throughout his extension, as he is a reliable player for the club.

AUGUST 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension served Glesnes has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the match vs Chicago on Saturday.

Impact Glesnes continues to be solid in the back for Philadelphia, recording 28 clearances with a clearances in the last six MLS games played. He goes have a goal and an assist while helping secure seven clean sheets this campaign.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set for another suspension Glesnes had two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Toronto FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 29th minute.

Impact Glesnes will serve a second suspension for picking up his eighth yellow card of the season. He had started the last six MLS games in a row, totaling 28 clearances with one clen sheet in that span. In his absence, Olivier Mbaizo could get the start in the back line for the trip to RBNY on Saturday.

AUGUST 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deandre Kerr scores in second-half stoppage time to rally Toronto to 1-1 draw with Union

Deandre Kerr scored in the first minute of stoppage time to rally Toronto FC to a 1-1 draw with the Philadelphia Union

AUGUST 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Logs nine clearances in win Glesnes made nine clearances and one interception and was shown a yellow card during Wednesday's 2-1 win over Montreal.

Impact Glesnes didn't have an all-around stat line like he's used to, but still imposed his will against opposing forwards to pace all players in clearances. With 111 clearances over 21 league appearances this year, the center-back ranks among the top 20 in the category and is one of the driving forces behind MLS' stingiest defense.

JULY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes five clearances Glesnes took two off target shots, made two interceptions, two tackles (winning one) and five clearances during Saturday's 2-0 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Glesnes was a part of the Union back line that kept a clean sheet Saturday leading his side with five clearances. The defender has combined for five tackles, six interceptions and 11 clearances over his lats three appearances.

JULY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Strong defensively in loss Glesnes made three interceptions, three clearances, and blocked two shots in Saturday's 1-0 loss at Nashville. He also committed three fouls and picked up a yellow card.

Impact Glesnes did his part defensively, but it wasn't enough as the Union ultimately conceded a penalty kick goal in the 101st minute of stoppage time. He's a mainstay along the backline and has a touch of attacking upside with a lethal shot from distance when the opportunity arises. Look for Glesnes to continue to thrive in Philadelphia's upcoming homestand, starting with the New York Red Bulls on Saturday.

JULY 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nashville looks to continue win streak in matchup with the Philadelphia Union

Nashville heads into a matchup against Philadelphia as winners of three straight games

JULY 4, 2025 • Associated Press

Back for Philly Glesnes has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the trip to Nashville on July 6.

Impact Glesnes is set to return for the Union at center back after serving a suspension vs Columbus. He's started six of the last seven games in a row in MLS, totaling an assist with three chances created, 24 clearances and 13 interceptions in that span.

JUNE 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Damiani's PK, Glesnes' late block help Union beat Fire 1-0

Bruno Damiani converted from the penalty spot in the 10th minute and 19-year-old goalkeeper Andrew Rick had his fourth shutout of the season to help the Philadelphia Union beat the...

JUNE 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Union's Tai Baribo, Jakob Glesnes named to MLS All-Star Game Union forward Tai Baribo and defender Jakob Glesnes were named to the MLS All-Star team on Wednesday for the July 23 game against Liga MX Al...

JUNE 26, 2025 • MCALL.COM

Set for suspension Glesnes will miss Sunday's game against Columbus due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the league, resulting in a one-match ban.

Impact Glesnes has accumulated five yellow cards in MLS and will be suspended for Sunday's match against Columbus. He has been an undisputed starter in the backline for Philly, so his absence will force a change, with Neil Pierre expected to see the starting spot for his team debuts.

JUNE 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal on Wednesday Glesnes assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 victory versus Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Glesnes assisted Nathan Harriel's goal in the 48th minute and contributed defensively with three clearances, two interceptions, and a tackle. Glesnes has created seven chances this season, with this being his first assist of the campaign.

MAY 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets opener Glesnes scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-0 win versus D.C. United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 7th minute.

Impact Glesnes wasted no time getting Philadelphia the lead Saturday, scoring in the 15th minute to open the scoring. This marks the defender's first goal of the season, having only seen two in 32 appearances last season. His defensive effort was also decent from his spot in the center of the defense, notching one tackle won, two interceptions and nine clearances.

APRIL 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jakob Glesnes, Andre Blake help Union cruise to 3-0 victory over DC United

Jakob Glesnes had an early goal and an assist late, and Andre Blake earned his fifth clean sheet of the season as the Philadelphia Union cruised to a 3-0 victory over D

APRIL 26, 2025 • Associated Press

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Deandre Kerr scores in second-half stoppage time to rally Toronto to 1-1 draw with Union

Nashville looks to continue win streak in matchup with the Philadelphia Union

Damiani's PK, Glesnes' late block help Union beat Fire 1-0

Jakob Glesnes, Andre Blake help Union cruise to 3-0 victory over DC United