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Tai Baribo nets hat trick as Union cruise to 4-1 victory over Cincinnati

Tai Baribo scored twice in the first half before finishing off a hat trick in the second and Philadelphia rolled to a 4-1 victory over FC Cincinnati, giving the Union two victories...

2 DAYS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Assists from cross Wagner assisted once to go with nine crosses (seven accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 4-2 victory versus Orlando City SC.

Impact Wagner fired a cross into the six-yard box Saturday to setup the goal that would level the fixture before Philadelphia would push-on to earn a 4-2 victory over Orlando City SC. His nine crosses (seven accurate) and six corners represented team-high marks for the match. Wagner is a key element of Philadelphia's build-up play, consistently delivering service to the attackers from his left full-back position. During the 2024 MLS season, Wagner registered a career-high 10 assists over 34 appearances (32 starts).

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in loss to Crew Wagner assisted once to go with six crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to Columbus Crew.

Impact Wagner set up Jack McGlynn's strike in the 78th minute Saturday, a goal which cut the Columbus lead to 3-2. It marked his 10th assist of the season which sets a new career-high for the left-back. He also won two tackles, intercepted two passes and blocked one shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nine crosses Sunday Wagner recorded nine crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 4-0 win against D.C. United.

Impact Wagner recorded nine crosses Sunday, his 17th match this season with nine or more. He also intercepted two passes, made one clearance and blocked one shot on the defensive end. He was subbed off early -- for the first time since June 22 -- and was replaced by Olivier Mbaizo in the 72nd minute.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ends assist drought Wagner assisted once to go with 11 crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Wednesday's 5-1 win over New York City FC.

Impact Wagner got his first assist in five MLS matches to put him at eight on the year, which is one away from his career high with five games left on the regular season. He has the second most crosses in the league with 253, which gives the defender an average of about 8.7 per contest.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in nine crosses Wagner crossed nine times (two accurate) and created a chance during Saturday's 3-1 loss to Miami.

Impact Wagner was held off the scoresheet, but whipped in nine crosses during Saturday's loss. The wing-back has combined for six chances created and 24 crosses over his last three matches, but hasn't had a goal involvement since July.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in crosses, interceptions Wagner crossed five times inaccurately and made two interceptions during Saturday's 2-0 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Wagner was a part of the Union back four that kept a clean sheet Saturday, leading the team in both crosses and interceptions. Wagner does not have a goal involvement over his last three starts, but has combined for 24 crosses and six chances created over that timeframe.

AUGUST 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Active in Wednesday's loss Wagner had 10 crosses (five accurate) and eight corners in Wednesday's 1-0 loss versus Columbus Crew. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 50th minute.

Impact After more than a month off of MLS play due to the Leagues Cup, Wagner picked up right where he left off. He created five chances for the ninth time this season, recorded double digit crosses for the 10th time and took eight corners for the fifth time. He was also solid on defense as he won one tackle, intercepted one pass and made one clearance.

AUGUST 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides two assists in win Wagner assisted twice to go with one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (five accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 5-1 victory over New England Revolution.

Impact Wagner notched his sixth and seventh assists of the season as he registered one in each half. The left-back has been a threat with his crossing all season long, and that was no different in this contest as he sent in seven crosses. He is now one assist shy of matching his total from last season.

JULY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assist in defeat at Toronto Wagner assisted once to go with nine crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Toronto FC.

Impact Wagner found the head of Tai Baribo with a free-kick cross in the 39th minute. This is his fifth assist of the season and his third in two games where his position has been noted as a left midfielder. The German took all six set pieces for his side in this game and has taken a total of 115 this season.

JULY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in crosses, chances created Wagner crossed 12 times (five accurate) and created five chances during Saturday's 0-0 draw with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Wagner was the main creator for the Union on Saturday leading the team in crosses and chances created while keeping a clean sheet as a member of the team's back four. The fullback has combined for seven chances created and 18 crosses over his last three starts.

JULY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers two assists Wednesday Wagner assisted twice to go with seven crosses (four accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 4-3 defeat against FC Cincinnati. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 12t...

Impact Wagner was a huge force in the attacking third despite playing as a defender, and his crosses were a constant weapon for the Union's attack. He set up the team's second goal with a corner kick that was tapped home by Jesus Bueno from close range, and then he assisted Tai Baribo in Philly's third goal with a clever aerial assist from an uncomfortable position. Wagner delivers value with his defensive work, but his crossing ability often gets overlooked. He's up to four assists across 18 appearances this season.

JUNE 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers five crosses in draw Wagner generated two shots (zero on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 0-0 draw against Toronto FC.

Impact Wagner rebounded after failing to deliver a cross in the previous match, delivering five in this contest. However, it still felt short of his average of 8.5 crosses per game. He did impact the game defensively, matching his season-high with four clearances.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Lacking in attack Wagner blocked two shots, made an interception, three tackles (winning three) and two clearances during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Charlotte.

Impact Wagner was a part of the Union back four that kept a clean sheet, but was uncharacteristically quiet in attack as he finished without a cross for the first time this season. Wagner has crossed 22 times and created eight chances over his last three starts.

MAY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

16 crosses against NY City Wagner registered one shot (one on goal), 16 crosses (nine accurate), five chances created and nine corners in Wednesday's 2-1 loss against New York City FC. In addition, he was gi...

Impact Wagner had a good offensive performance and led Philadelphia in crosses and chances created. Both were his second-best marks in the season so far. The left-back also took all of their nine corner kicks in the match.

MAY 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Continues in role of provider Wagner had 12 crosses (six accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Orlando City SC.

Impact Wagner yet again was the source of service for the Philadelphia attack, whipping in a team-high 12 crosses (six accurate), as Philadelphia fell 2-3 to Orlando. Wagner now has attempted double-digit crosses in five of Philadelphia's first 11 matches. His 26 accurate crosses are the third most in MLS, and his 57 corners are tied for the most in MLS.

MAY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in road draw Wagner assisted once to go with 10 crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw against D.C. United.

Impact Wagner assisted Alejandro Bedoya in the 42nd minute with his second assist in the campaign to help them earn one point on the road. The left-back led Philadelphia in crosses as usual during the match. He also made the most tackles (four) for his side.

MAY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs eight crosses in loss Wagner had one shot on goal, created two chances, sent in eight crosses (two accurate) and made three tackles (two won), four interceptions and one block during Saturday's 2-1 loss...

Impact Wagner was once again a force when he went up the field, always generating danger with his crosses from the left. And this time he also brought a lot of defensive contributions to the table despite seeing his side ultimately losing the game. If the left-back can replicate more stat lines like this one and keep adding his occasional assists, it will be difficult to find positional peers able to match his fantasy value.

APRIL 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in tie Wagner scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), nine crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Atlanta United. In addition, he was given a yello...

Impact Wagner recovered from a minor injury and was healthy enough to play the entire 90 minutes, scoring his first goal of the season in the process. He's also assisted in the last five matches, totaling 46 crosses (14 accurate) and 17 chances created in that span, starting in all games as well. With 64 crosses generated, the defender has the second most in the league while averaging about 9.1 per contest.

APRIL 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia's Kai Wagner scores a goal in 77' to even the score late vs. Atlanta

APRIL 14, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

In starting XI Wagner (undisclosed) is in the lineup for Sunday's match against Atlanta.

Impact Wagner had been dealing with a minor injury, but nothing serious as he is back in the starting XI for the Union. He's started five times in six appearances, assisting once with 55 crosses (18 accurate), 19 chances created and 11 tackles.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Friday Wagner (undisclosed) trained at full capacity Friday and is available to play against Atlanta United on Sunday, Jonathan Tannenwald of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact Wagner has yet to miss a game this season and has been the regular starter at left wing-back. That's not expected to change Sunday against Atlanta given how involved he's been in training over the last few days.

APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Working alone Wagner (undisclosed) was limited to individual training on the side ahead of Sunday's match versus Atlanta United, per Matthew De George of the Daily Times Sports.

Impact Wagner has yet to return to full team team after picking up an undisclosed injury against Nashville. He is at risk of missing Sunday's match, if he fails to return to full training. If this is the case, then Nathan Harriel will likely move to left back, with Olivier Mbaizo an option to start at right against Atlanta.

APRIL 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off with injury Wagner was forced off in the 59th minute of Saturday's contest against Nashville due to an apparent injury.

Impact Wagner appears to have possibly picked up an injury, as he was taken off the field in some discomfort Saturday, with Olivier Mbaizo taking his spot. He has started in all but one of the club's six matches this season, so they will hope he is only dealing with a minor issue, looking for him to be an option against Atlanta on April 14. However, if he does not recover by then, expect Mbaizo to continue in Wagner's starting spot while he is out.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in 17 crosses Wagner registered one shot (zero on goal), 17 crosses (five accurate) and eight corners in Saturday's 2-0 win over Minnesota United.

Impact Wagner was central to Philadelphia's ability to cross the ball into the box during the 2-0 victory Saturday over Minnesota. Wagner's 17 crosses (five accurate) were both season highs for the defender. Overall, Wagner has attempted a mouth-watering 54 crosses (18 accurate) and 30 corners over five appearances (four starts) in 2024.

MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Tai Baribo nets hat trick as Union cruise to 4-1 victory over Cincinnati

Philadelphia's Kai Wagner scores a goal in 77' to even the score late vs. Atlanta