LALAS ABUBAKAR NEWS

In talks with Colorado The Rapids declined the option for the 2025 MLS season in Abubakar's contract, but both parties remain in negotiations over a new deal.

Impact The defender recently completed his fifth year with the franchise and started in 17 of his 20 appearances, notching one assist, 64 clearances, 24 interceptions and 13 tackles. Talks are expected to continue between both parties, though no deadline has been established to make a decision. To note, Abubakar started in all but two of the games he was available for Colorado since the beginning of June.

DECEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Credited with assist in loss Abubakar assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Austin FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 29th minute.

Impact Abubakar was credited with the assist after recovering a ball in midfield, though in reality, most of the credit should go to Rafael Navarro, who marched on goal and slotted the ball past Brad Stuver. Abubakar should continue to earn most of his fantasy upside via defensive stats come playoff time.

OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Starting immediately Abubakar (concussion) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Toronto.

Impact Abubakar is back in the starting XI for Saturday's clash. The defender entered concussion protocol last time out but has now immediately been brought back into the starting XI. The defender has been a consistent starter when fit.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

In concussion protocol Abubakar is on concussion protocol and will not be an option for Wednesday's trip to SKC.

Impact Abubakar will miss another match as he is put in concussion protocol. Since June, the defender has started nine of the 10 MLS games, collecting 36 clearances, 13 interceptions and 11 blocks in that span. His absence means that Michael Edwards will get the start alongside Andreas Maxso for the clash with SKC.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Starts versus Red Bulls Abubakar (hamstring) is available and starting in Saturday's meeting with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Abubakar was only forced to miss one match while dealing with a muscle injury. The central defender has been rather productive with his averages of 3.7 clearances and 1.1 interceptions per game both ranking third on the squad this season. His comeback also sends Michael Edwards back to a substitute spot.

JULY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Abubakar (hamstring) is questionable for Sunday's match against St. Louis.

Impact Abubakar could be missing out this weekend despite no prior notice of an injury, as the defender is dealing with a hamstring issue. He has started in their past six matches, so they will hope for his availability. However, if he is left on the bench or out, expect Sebastian Anderson to possibly move into the center of the defense or for a formation change.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal Abubakar recorded an own goal, two clearances and one interception in Saturday's 4-1 win versus CF Montreal.

Impact Abubakar denied his own chance at a clean sheet with a disappointing own goal during Saturday's otherwise flawless rout. The defender has been a consistent part of the back line and will bounce back from this as it was the only minor mark on a spotless performance.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Returns Saturday Abubakar generated three clearances in Saturday's 5-3 defeat versus Real Salt Lake.

Impact Abubakar was able to get some minutes Saturday after missing the last four matches with a hamstring injury. He's started once in three appearances for the team, with his injury concerns limited his time on the pitch.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up questionable tag Abubakar is questionable for Saturday's match against Cincinnati, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Abubakar could be in jeopardy of missing his first match of the season due to injury, as he is now questionable due to a hamstring issue he picked up this week. Luckily for the club, if he isn't an option, it should only be a minor issue, as he has only appeared twice all season, mainly going unused on the bench. If he is an option, expect him to serve off the bench.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Logs in two goal with team Abubakar finished the 2023 season recording 23 starts in 26 appearance with Colorado.

Impact Abubakar was a consistent starter during the first five months of the year, making 22 starts in 23 appearances, However, he was quickly downgraded to an unused sub since September, making just two starts to end the campaign. The defender will enter his last year of his contract after playing in four seasons with Colorado.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Abubakar is eligible to face the Sounders on Wednesday after completing a one-match suspension.

Impact Abubakar missed the 2-1 win over New England this past weekend, but the defender is now set to make his return to face Seattle. He's been a regular starter for most of the campaign, making 21 starts in 24 appearances, so he should return to the XI right away.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Abubakar had four interceptions in Sunday's 2-0 loss versus Real Salt Lake. In addition, he was given sixth yellow card of the season in the 72nd minute and will be handed a one-ma...

Impact Abubakar came off the bench to play 25 minutes, but managed to get a yellow card that will see him ineligible for Sep 16th's match against New England Revolution. He's started four times in the last six matches, recording nine interceptions and six clearances in that span.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from report Abubakar (undisclosed) was removed from the Colorado injury report for Wednesday's clash with LAFC.

Impact Abubakar was removed from the injury report after suffering an undisclosed injury in the final match before the Leagues Cup break. The defender should return straight to the starting XI when fit and avaialble, as expected.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off injured Abubakar generated two clearances in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Houston Dynamo. He was subbed off due to injury in the 75th minute with no update from the training staff on his condi...

Impact Abubakar had only missed one match this season, so his loss will be huge for Colorado, who are currently sitting in last place. If the defender has to miss some time, then Andreas Maxso and Danny Wilson will be the two center backs, with Steven Beitashour an option to play outside back with Keegan Rosenberry.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returning from suspension Abubakar will be eligible to feature in next weekend's clash against St. Louis City after serving a red card suspension.

Impact Abubakar missed Saturday's draw with the Galaxy after getting sent off in the previous match versus Orlando City. He started 17 of Colorado's first 18 league matches of the season mostly in central defense, and he's likely to return to the XI to face STL at the weekend.

JUNE 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets sent off versus Orlando Abubakar was sent off after receiving a second yellow card in the 75th minute of Saturday's 2-0 loss against Orlando.

Impact Abubakar was booked first still during the opening minutes due to a hard foul and then, in the 75th, picked up his second yellow card after recklessly grabbing his opponent in the midfield to interrupt a play that was far from being dangerous. As a result, the defender will miss Wednesday's clash against Vancouver. Luckily for his team, Moise Bombito will be returning to the team.

JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss against RSL Abubakar scored a goal off his lone shot and made one tackle, three clearances and one interception during Sunday's 3-2 loss against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Abubakar, like the rest of Colorado's defensive line, struggled against RSL's attack, but the center-back at least gave something back on the attacking end, heading home a cross from the left to put his side back within one goal in the 74th minute. This was the second goal over the last four starts for Abubakar, who will now try to get better defensive numbers during next Saturday's home clash against Cincinnati.

MAY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Los Angeles Abubakar scored a goal and created a chance in Saturday's 3-1 victory against the Galaxy. He also made two blocks, two clearances, two interceptions and won one of one tackles in t...

Impact Abubakar opened the scoring Saturday with a header from a Connor Ronan corner kick, his first goal in MLS since last August. He's also kept three clean sheets in six matches since the start of April while Colorado is undefeated in that span.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Another clean sheet in draw Abubakar made a block, three clearances and an interception in Saturday's 0-0 draw against the Whitecaps.

Impact Abubakar and the Rapids kept their third clean sheet Saturday in five MLS matches in April.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in draw Abubakar made five clearances and an interception in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Sporting KC.

Impact Abubakar kept his first clean sheet of the season on Saturday alongside new signing Andreas Maxso in central defense. Danny Wilson will likely continue to push for a starting spot in the position.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers assist for late equalizer Abubaker produced an assist in Sunday's 1-1 draw with FC Austin.

Impact Abubaker assisted Diego Rubio's equalizing goal during injury time in Sunday's clash with FC Austin. It was his first assist of the season. In his 32 appearances (29 starts) he has also scored four goals and delivered seven clean sheets.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Dallas Abubakar will miss the Oct. 1 clash against FC Dallas with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Abubakar picked up a booking in Saturday's defeat against the Galaxy, meaning he will be suspended for the match coming out of the international break. Gustavo Vallecilla and Keegan Rosenberry are options to replace him in central defense for the game.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against San Jose Abubakar (hamstring) is in Colorado's starting lineup for Wednesday's clash against the Earthquakes.

Impact Abubakar has recovered from a knock that forced him out of last weekend's victory against the Whitecaps and he's back in the starting lineup in central defense on Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Vancouver Abubakar (hamstring) is listed as questionable in Colorado's injury report for Wednesday's clash against the Earthquakes.

Impact Abubakar had to come out of last weekend's win over Vancouver in the 78th minute due to this hamstring injury, and he will be a game time decision against San Jose. Gustavo Vallecilla or Keegan Rosenberry could replace him in central defense Wednesday if necessary.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ferreira scores equalizer, Dynamo tie Rapids 1-1

Sebastian Ferreira scored the equalizer for the Houston Dynamo in a 1-1 draw against the Colorado Rapids

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS