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SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Sands scores late goal to lift NYFC to 1-1 draw with Messi, Miami

James Sands scored late in stoppage time and New York FC salvaged a 1-1 draw with Lionel Messi and Inter Miami

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • Associated Press

Plays all 90 minutes Sands recorded one tackle (zero won) and one clearance in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Orlando City SC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 42nd minute.

Impact Sands was back in action Saturday after missing last match through suspension. He heads into the break starting all 21 games played, totaling an assist with 64 tackles (47 won), 38 clearances and 33 interceptions.

JULY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Sands has completed his one match suspension and is set to be an option for Saturday's trip to Orlando.

Impact Sands continues his consistent work with NYCFC as the team captain, starting all 20 matches played. He's also having one of his best defensive seasons, averaging about 3.1 tackles per game, with 25 in the last eight contests played.

JULY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for another suspension Sands registered one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Chicago Fire. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 59th minute.

Impact Sands received his eighth yellow card of the season and is set to serve another ban. He had started the last eight matches in a row, assisting once while totaling 25 tackles. 12 interceptions and 19 clearances. With Andres Perea picking up an injury, Justin Haak is set to be the backup option to start in the defensive midfield alongside Keaton Parks for the clash against Atlanta.

JULY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes defensively Sands took an off target shot, made an interception, four tackles and four clearances during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Chicago.

Impact Sands contributed defensively throughout the match leading City in interceptions, tackles and clearances. The midfielder remains on just one goal involvement this season, but is more known for his defensive duties in midfield combining for eight tackles, six interceptions and nine clearances over his last three starts.

JULY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 12, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Set for suspension return Sands completed his one-game suspension and is set to return for Friday's game against San Jose.

Impact Sands missed the win over New England but is expected to return against San Jose. The midfielder has been a regular in the XI every time he's been available, so he should return to his spot in the XI for that clash.

MAY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended to face New England Sands received his fifth yellow card of the season in Saturday's 2-1 win over the Red Bulls and will be suspended to face New England this weekend. He finished Saturday's game with...

Impact Sands has been a regular starter for NYCFC, featuring in the XI in all the matches he's been available for, and his absence will create a huge void in midfield for NYCFC. Expect Andres Perea to replace him in midfield, and Sands should be eligible to face San Jose on May 31.

MAY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four tackles in draw Sands had one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Atlanta United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 15th minute.

Impact Sands had a good outing on defense and led New York in tackles. That was his third game in a row winning four tackles, an incredible mark for the defensive midfielder. He also received his third yellow card in the season, though.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four tackles Sands generated one cross (zero accurate) and four tackles in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Toronto FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 95th minute.

Impact Sands returned from suspension to play the entire match Saturday, attempting four tackles Saturday. He's generated seven tackles in the three games played, while also making six interceptions and five clearances.

MARCH 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return from suspension Sands completed his one-game suspension and will be eligible to face Toronto FC on Saturday.

Impact Sands was sent off in the second half of the 2-0 loss against St. Louis City on March 2, but he's eligible to return here, providing a boost on defense for a NYCFC side that has lost its first three games. Sands should return to the starting lineup right away, most likely in a midfield role.

MARCH 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Handed red card Sands recorded one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against St. Louis City SC. He picked up a red card and was sent off in the 82nd minute.

Impact Sands saw his first red card of the season and is set to miss the home opener against Portland. He's started the first two games in the midfield, recording four clearances and four interceptions. In his absence, Andres Perea will likely line up with Keaton Parks in the defensive midfield for Saturday.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Another consistent season Sands will end the 2023 season making 24 starts in 26 appearances with New York City F.C.

Impact Sands averaged about 2.2 tackles per match with 59 (36 won) on the season. He was also able to keep healthy through the campaign, missing just a month while with the USMNT during the Gold Cup. With the midfielder signing a contract extension while also being named the team's captain, Sands will return for his seventh season in New York City F.C.

NOVEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensivly Sands registered five tackles (one won) and one interception in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Inter Miami CF.

Impact Sands had a busy day in the defensive end of the field, making five tackles during Saturday's draw. He's totaled nine tackles (four won), three interceptions, three clearances and two blocks in the last five matches.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from injury Sands had one clearance in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 57th minute.

Impact Sands returned to the squad as he came off the bench Saturday to play the second half during Saturday's loss. He should be able to slide right back into the starting XI for the Hudson River derby on Sep 16 after starting 18 matches in 20 appearance, recording an average of 2.1 tackles per game.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Sands (lower body) will not be available for Wednesday's match against CF Montreal.

Impact Sands will miss his second match in a row with a lower body injury. With the departure of Maxime Chanot, the team could revert to a 3-4-2-1 with Keaton Parks and Andres Perea the likelyt pair in the midfield against Montreal.

AUGUST 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play against Cincinnati Sands has been ruled out of Saturday's match against Cincinnati due to a lower-body injury.

Impact Sands has been a regular presence in the starting lineup for NYCFC, either as a center-back or a central midfielder, and his absence will undoubtedly hurt the side. Justin Haak and Alfredo Morales are options to replace him ahead of a tough matchup against the Eastern Conference leaders.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back with New York Sands had one tackle (one won) in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Philadelphia Union.

Impact Sands came off the bench for his first match back since serving time with the USMNT. After an impressive tournament with the national team, Sands has turned into one of the more dangerous defensive midfielders in the league, averaging about 2.2 tackles per game.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Sands is back from international duty and on the bench for Saturday's clash with Philadelphia.

Impact Sands returned to New York from the USMNT's unsuccessful Gold Cup campaign and is back on the bench. The defender will have time to gel with the squad once more during the upcoming Summer break.

JULY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Linking up with national team Sands has been called up by the USMNT to compete in the Gold Cup from June 24-July 16 and is set to miss at least the next three league games for NYCFC.

Impact Sands has played almost every minute of New York City's MLS campaign, starting all 17 games either in defensive midfield or at center-back. But he will be unavailable for the club for at least three matches while competing at the Gold Cup, so the likes of Keaton Parks and Alfredo Morales, along with Maxime Chanot (not injury related), Tayvon Gray and Tony Alfaro will have to step up in the XI in his absence.

JUNE 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two blocks in loss Sands made two blocks and completed 66 passes in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Charlotte FC.

Impact Sands slid back into central defense on Saturday while Alfredo Morales started alongside Keaton Parks in defensive midfield, but his side lost to Charlotte. Sands is likely to move back up to the No. 6 role going forward.

MAY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four clearances Sands generated four tackles (two won), four clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-1 win over Nashville SC.

Impact Sands was questionable heading into the match with a foot injury, but recovered in time to play the full 90 minutes Saturday. He completed a season-high of clearances to prevent Nashville from scoring another goal. The midfielder brings his average tackles a match to 2.4 after totaling 17 (13 won) in seven games.

APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Nashville Sands (foot) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Nashville.

Impact Sands returns to the starting XI for Saturday's match after suffering a foot injury against Atlanta last time out. The midfielder is straight back in the first team where he will be a core piece of the holding midfield with a nailed-on role in all competitions.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Status uncertain for weekend Sands (foot) has not rejoined full training with NYCFC yet and will be questionable for the clash against Nashville SC this weekend, manager Nick Cushing said on Thursday.

Impact Sands was forced out of last weekend's draw with Atlanta due to a foot injury and while Cushing is "hoping" Sands will be ready to face Nashville on Saturday, but he acknowledged the need to be cautious with the midfielder, especially with a USMNT call-up against Mexico coming next week.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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