Lalas Abubakar - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Completes first season in Dallas Abubakar recorded 18 starts in 30 MLS appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 season.

Impact Abubakar completes his first season in Dallas, joining in a rotational center-back role. He scored his first MLS goal since 2023, while also collecting 100 clearances, 17 blocks, and 27 tackles. The experienced defender is in contention for a starting role and produces when available, averaging about 5.3 clearances per 90 minutes played.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dallas clinches 7th place in West, denies Whitecaps regular-season title with 2-1 victory

Teenager Kaick Ferreira scored the go-ahead goal two minutes into the second half and rookie Michael Collodi made it stand up as FC Dallas beat Vancouver 2-1 to clinch seventh plac...

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Michael Collodi earns second clean sheet in third career start as Dallas beats Timbers 2-0

Petar Musa and defender Lalas Abubakar scored goals, and Michael Collodi earned his second clean sheet in his third career start as FC Dallas beat the Portland Timbers 2-0

AUGUST 10, 2025 • Associated Press

Finally scores again Abubakar scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Portland Timbers.

Impact Going into Saturday, Abubakar's 2025 season had not included any goals. But for the first time since 2023, he has entered Major League Soccer's scoresheet. Defensively in 2025, Abubakar has 58 clearances, 17 tackles, 16 interceptions and six blocks.

AUGUST 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Abubakar has cleared his one match suspension and will be an option for the clash with San Jose on June 25.

Impact Abubakar has been a rotational role for Dallas, starting five times in the last eight MLS appearances. In that span, the defender has logged in 30 clearances with eight tackles in that span.

JUNE 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Short-handed Dallas plays Eastern Conference-leading Union to scoreless draw

Maarten Paes had two saves after defender Lalas Abubakar drew a red card in the 39th minute, helping short-handed FC Dallas earn a point in a scoreless draw with the Eastern Confer...

JUNE 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Sent off Saturday Abubakar was sent off in the first half of Saturday's match against Philadelphia due to a second yellow card.

Impact Abubakar is going to face a suspension after he was issued two yellow cards in the first half of Saturday's contest. This will leave him out against Kansas City on June 14, returning to face San Jose on June 25. The club will hope they can recover Oscar Urhoghide (lower leg) for that contest to replace Abubakar, otherwise, they may be forced to play someone slightly out of position.

MAY 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

FC Dallas sign D Lalas Abubakar to 2-year contract FC Dallas announced the signing of free agent defender Lalas Abubakar to a two-year contract on Thursday.The deal includes a club option for...

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Signs with Dallas Abubakar has signed with Dallas out of free agency, according to his new club.

Impact Abubakar will remain in the MLS after ending his contract with Colorado, as the defender will now join Dallas on a two-year deal. He stated in 17 of his 20 appearances last campaign, really coming on late in the season and taking over a full-time starting spot. That said, he hopes to do the same with his new club, likely working in anywhere from a rotational to a starting role.

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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, 2024 • 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

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