Justen Glad - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Likely to miss rest of season Glad (groin) will remain unavailable for the remainder of the 2026 season, with coach Pablo Mastroeni confirming the news, per The RSL Show.

Impact Glad has been a considerable loss in the defensive zone over his team's last few games, and the fact that he'll miss all action in upcoming months leaves them with a reduced center-back depth. All of Sam Junqua, Lukas Engel, Juan Jose Arias and Kobi Henry have seen increased involvement in Glad's absence, but they have struggled to stop opposing attempts. The injured player finished with 62 clearances, 11 tackles and 13 interceptions across 12 MLS appearances in 2026.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Suffering from adductor injury Glad is out for Wednesday's friendly against Burnley due to an adductor injury, according to his club.

Impact Glad will be a question mark heading into Real Salt Lake's opener following the World Cup, as he is missing from a friendly with a groin injury. This would be a major concern for the club, as he is one of their starting center-backs. If he were to miss out, Sam Junqua is a viable option as a replacement.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in Colorado match Glad (groin) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's clash with Colorado Rapids.

Impact Glad has bounced back straight into a major role after being sidelined for two games due to the injury. He's expected to play as part of a back three alongside DeAndre Yedlin and Lukas Engel, relegating Philip Quinton to a substitute role. Over his previous 10 MLS starts, the experienced defender was averaging 53.7 accurate passes and 4.9 clearances per game, but he's still looking for his first clean sheet of the year.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Late call due to groin Glad is questionable for Saturday's match against Dallas due to a groin injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.

Impact Glad has been added to the injury report with a groin issue that has him uncertain for Saturday. He's been a cornerstone of Salt Lake's backline and an important player for their defensive structure, making this questionable tag more impactful than most defenders on the report. If he were to miss out, Philip Quinton could see the start in his place.

MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Retains starting spot Glad (knee) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's match against San Diego.

Impact Glad managed to make an immediate recovery from the blow that put his participation in doubt for the weekend's game. The defender will therefore stay active as part of Real Salt Lake's back three, looking to improve on his season averages of 5.2 clearances, 1.0 tackles and 0.8 interceptions per contest. His presence will limit Sam Junqua's involvement in upcoming action.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Late call with knee injury Glad has a knee injury and is questionable to play Saturday versus San Diego, as reported by the MLS on Friday.

Impact Glad's injury would be a serious problem for a club that has relied on him as an ever-present center-back this campaign. However, his absence would give Sam Junqua an opportunity to get more playing time. Glad appeared in all league matches this season, delivering an assist and serving as a consistent contributor of clearances.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of season Glad registered one assist, created one chance and had five clearances in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Austin.

Impact Glad got on the board with his first goal contribution of the new season on Stijn Spierings 88th minute strike that held up as the game winner. While the goal contributions will not be frequent, Glad has showed he can bring value with interceptions (three in four games) and clearances (21 in four games). Up next for Salt Lake is San Diego on Sunday.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Stijn Spierings scores a goal in his MLS debut, Real Salt Lake beats Austin 2-1

Stijn Spierings scored a goal in his MLS debut to help Real Salt Lake beat Austin FC 2-1

MARCH 15 • Associated Press

Ends season with first goal Glad scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-1 loss versus Portland Timbers.

Impact Glad ended the season with his first goal, which wasn't enough to prevent elimination, and beside that goal he made three interceptions and six clearances, finishing with one goal and one assist along with 180 clearances, 44 interceptions and 36 tackles for the season.

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Glad assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Austin FC.

Impact The assist marks Glad's first of the 2025 MLS season, 28 appearances into his still-ongoing campaign. Going back even further, this is not only his first direct goal contribution since 2023 but also his first assist as an MLS player, despite more than five years of league experience.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts Saturday Glad (face) is in the starting XI for Saturday's matchup versus Cincinnati.

Impact Glad didn't miss any action despite being questionable during the week. Having tallied more than five clearances in each of his last four games played, he could be a solid defensive contributor in most fixtures. Philip Quinton, who replaced Glad in the previous match, will continue to offer a backup option in the weekend's clash.

JULY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed questionable Glad (face) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Cincinnati, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Glad is a doubt Saturday with a face injury. A protective mask should help the defender play through the issue, but if he can't it would likely bring Philip Quinton back into the starting XI. Glad was forced off after 80 minutes at Portland.

JULY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Heavy-home slate for Real Salt Lake begins against St. Louis City A more home-friendly schedule in July has Real Salt Lake hoping it can scramble into playoff position.”Home games are always an opportunity...

JULY 4, 2025 • SACBEE.COM

Starting Saturday Glad (head) is in the starting lineup Saturday versus D.C. United.

Impact Glad has recovered fully from the blow that prevented him from playing in the previous game week against LA Galaxy. He's a regular source of defensive production, having recorded at least four clearances in 10 of his last 11 matches played. His return moves Philip Quinton back to the bench Saturday.

JUNE 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Glad (head) is out for Saturday's trip to LA Galaxy, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Glad was added to the injury report with a head injury despite playing 90 minutes mid-week. It's not clear what the exact issue is, but it's a surprise turn for a mainstay in the starting XI. Bode Hidalgo should take on the starting role for Saturday's trip.

MAY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension cleared Glad is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Glad has cleared his ban due to yellow card accumulation and is now back available for their next contest. He should return directly in the starting XI in the backline for Saturday's game against Colorado since he has been an undisputed starter for Salt Lake in defense.

MAY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up fifth yellow card Glad generated one tackle (one won), nine clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus FC Dallas. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 11th minute.

Impact Glad saw his fifth yellow card of the season, forcing him to serve a suspension against Portland on Wednesday. He's been solid of late in the back line for the side, averaging about 5.5 clearances per contest. If Philip Quinton is ruled fit, he will likely return to center back alongside Bryan Vera on his absence.

MAY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from injury Glad registered one cross (zero accurate) and four clearances in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Vancouver Whitecaps FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 50th minute.

Impact Glad was back in the starting XI for Saturday's clash and made four clearances as he worked to try and shut out an excellent Vancouver attack. In the end he was unable to do so, though that's not a major blow as Vancouver continue to fly high at the top of the Western Conference. Glad should be a consistent starter now that he's fit once more.

MAY 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Whitecaps Glad (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Vancouver Whitecaps.

Impact Glad has regained a center-back position after being sidelined last weekend due to a muscle issue. He was a regular starter before that absence, registering 48 clearances and two clean sheets across nine matches played. He'll likely remain in contention with Philip Quinton and Sam Junqua while Brayan Vera (undisclosed) is out.

MAY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Misses Saturday Glad (thigh) was not an option during the 3-1 win over San DIego after entering the match with a questionable status, per Caleb Turner of KSL Com Sports.

Impact Glad missed his first match of the season with a thigh injury. He had previous played in every minute of every game, producing 48 clearances with eight blocks while helping keep two clean sheets in nine contests this campaign.

APRIL 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Defensive standout in win Glad generated nine clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-0 win over Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Glad led the Real Salt Lake clean sheet effort Saturday with nine clearances as his side held Seattle in-check in a 2-0 victory. The central defender also recorded one block. After starting and playing the full 90 minutes in each of Real Salt Lake's first two fixtures, Glad appears set to maintain his omnipresent position in Salt Lake's central defense, which he's held since the 2017 season.

MARCH 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Glad (hamstring) is in the initial lineup for Saturday's match against San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Glad will likely play an important role in the back line, leaving both Brayan Vera and Kobi Henry on the bench at San Jose. The fit-again player could be expected to perform close to his 2024 season averages of 55.2 passes, 3.0 clearances and 1.6 interceptions per game.

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Saturday Glad (hamstring) is a doubt for Saturday's season opener against San Jose, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Glad is listed as doubtful due to a hamstring injury that caused him to play only one minute in the Concacaf game against Herediano midweek. His potential absence may result in a change to the starting lineup, as he is a regular starter in central defense. If he is unable to make the squad, Kobi Henry is expected to start in his place.

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Substitute option Wednesday Glad (ankle) is on the bench to face Los Angeles FC on Wednesday.

Impact Glad returns to contention after missing two weeks of activity with the ankle issue. He has been a defensive asset when healthy, tallying 39 clearances, 22 interceptions and 12 tackles in 15 matches played this year. He'll likely compete for minutes with current starters Brayan Vera and Bode Hidalgo.

JULY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Saturday Glad (ankle) is not in the squad to face Atlanta United on Saturday.

Impact Glad misses his fifth straight match as he continues to recover from an ankle injury suffered in June. The defender is a constant member of the RSL back line when fully fit.

JULY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Stijn Spierings scores a goal in his MLS debut, Real Salt Lake beats Austin 2-1