LUKAS MACNAUGHTON NEWS

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JUNE 6

Out again MacNaughton (thigh) is out for Saturday's match against Cincinnati.

Impact MacNaughton was increased to questionable this week but will fall back to the sidelines again, as he is still not an option due to his thigh injury. He has now missed six straight games, but this is still a good sign, possibly returning next week, hoping to see his starting spot back immediately.

MAY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Increased to questionable MacNaughton (thigh) is questionable for Saturday's match against Cincinnati.

Impact MacNaughton is a possibility for a return Saturday after he was boosted to questionable on the injury report. This is huge news for the club after five games missed, as he is a regular starter in the defense. That said, if he is fit, they will hope he has enough in him to see the start.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Cincinnati plays D.C. United in conference action

Cincinnati and D.C

MAY 30

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MAY 27

D.C. United brings shutout streak into matchup with the New York Red Bulls

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MAY 23

Thigh injury remains present Macnaughton (thigh) is out for Saturday's match against Nashville.

Impact Macnaughton is still not an option as he deals with a thigh injury, set to miss his third straight game. He started in the four games before his injury and will look to return soon so he doesn't lose his starting role, as he only started in one of the seven matches to open the season.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers hamstring injury MacNaughton was forced off in the 45th minute of Saturday's 2-1 victory over Colorado due to a left hamstring injury, according to the Washington Post.

Impact MacNaughton lasted only one half in the game as he was forced off Saturday's clash due to a hamstring injury. He will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the issue and whether he has to miss time. He started the last four games in the league, meaning he will have to be replaced in the starting XI. Conner Antley is expected to get the starts until he returns.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots Saturday MacNaughton had three shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 3-0 defeat to Philadelphia Union.

Impact MacNaughton had one of the better days out of any United players in the attack Saturday despite his spot in the center of the defense, as he would lead their team with three shots (two on target). His defensive effort was also decent despite allowing three goals, notching two blocks, three interceptions and seven clearances. The defender has now started in four of his five appearances this season, having started in each of the club's last three games.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

João Peglow scores first 2 MLS goals, DC United beats Red Bulls 2-1

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APRIL 20

Scores in defeat MacNaughton scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-1 loss to Orlando City SC.

Impact MacNaughton made his first starting appearance for D.C. United, and notched his first goal in the 91st minute as he beat the goalkeeper with a header from short-range. Defensively, he registered four clearances.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando scores four goals to back Javier Otero's first MLS start, a 4-1 win over DC United

Four players scored, goalkeeper Javier Otero had a clean sheet for the first 90 minutes in his first MLS start and Orlando City SC blew past DC United 4-1

MARCH 23

DC United acquire Lukas MacNaughton from Nashville D.C.United acquired defender Lukas MacNaughton from Nashville SC on Wednesday night.In exchange, Nashville receives up to $200,000 in genera...

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Traded to D.C. United MacNaughton was acquired by D.C. United in exchange for $150,000 in 2025 General Allocation Money (GAM) and will join the club from Nashville SC, the club announced.

Impact MacNaughton has signed a contract through 2025. "We're excited to welcome him to the team and bolster our defensive depth ahead of the 2025 season," said D.C. United General Manager and Chief Soccer Officer Ally Mackay. The defender has appeared in 50 MLS matches over three seasons, including six with Nashville last season. He managed four shots and created one chance in those six games, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively as a defender. Additionally, he averaged six clearances per game, highlighting his defensive reliability. MacNaughton will provide valuable depth to D.C. United's backline.

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DC United acquire Lukas MacNaughton from Nashville SC | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing - DC receive: Lukas MacNaughton - NSH receive: Up to $200k GAM D.C. United have acquired defender Lukas Mac...

DECEMBER 18, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Set to return MacNaughton is returning to Nashville after his contract option for 2025 was picked up.

Impact MacNaughton struggled with injuries throughout 2024 limiting him to just six appearances (five starts.) Evidently he showed enough in that minimal role to earn a second full season with the club, as Nashville picked up his contract option.

OCTOBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench MacNaughton (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's trip to Chicago.

Impact MacNaughton made it back at his last chance in the regular season, overcoming an ankle injury that sidelined him for most of the season. It remains to be seen if he's actually fit enough to play after missing almost six months.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out injured MacNaughton (ankle) remains out and has no clear timetable for his return to action, Ben Wright of MLSSoccer.com reports.

Impact The center-back has struggled to recover from a nagging injury, and with only a few weeks left in the regular season, it doesn't seem likely that the defender will be able to return any time soon. There's a likely scenario in which MacNaughton might not return to the field before the end of the campaign, as he's still recovering and has yet to return to training in any capacity.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Training away from group MacNaughton (ankle) was spotted in training Thursday, but he's not working with the group and is not expected to be available to face DC United on Saturday, Ben Wright of MLSSoccer...

Impact Seeing MacNaughton with the group is certainly a positive sign for Nashville, but the fact that he's yet to return to full training with a game two days away suggests he's not ready to return yet. His next chance to return will be against Orlando City on Wednesday.

JULY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes surgery MacNaughton (undisclosed) has undergone surgery and will be out for a decent amount of time, according to manager Gary Smith, per Ben Wright of Backheeled. "It ended up being a pre...

Impact MacNaughton looks to be heading for the sidelines for a while, as he has undergone surgery after being stretchered off the pitch in Saturday's loss to Miami. This is brutal news for the club and player, as he is a key part of their defense, and this will force a change, with Jack Maher most likely replacing him in the starting XI or Walker Zimmerman once he returns from his knee injury. There is no current timetable for MacNaughton's return, but he shouldn't expected to be back out on the pitch for some time, as he will just hope he returns to play this season.

APRIL 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Carried off MacNaughton was carried off during the second half of Saturday's clash with Miami.

Impact MacNaughton was unable to walk as he was brought off the pitch during the second half of Saturday's match. The defender will hope to make his return sooner rather than later, but the need for a stretcher doesn't bode well. Jack Maher was brought on to replace MacNaughton.

APRIL 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Philadelphia MacNaughton (hip) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Philadelphia.

Impact MacNaughton is making his return Saturday as expected, having overcome a hip issue after missing the last two matches. He should continue in a starting role, as he has started in all but one contest he has been an option for this season.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Saturday MacNaughton (hip) could be available to face Philadelphia on Saturday, manager Gary Smith told media, including Ben Wright of MLSSoccer.com, on Thursday.

Impact MacNaughton has already missed three games due to injury, including the last two, but all signs point to him returning to face the Union. His return would provide a massive defensive boost for a Nashville team that's already missing Shaq Moore (hip) and Walker Zimmerman (knee).

APRIL 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to play Saturday MacNaughton (hip) is questionable to play Saturday against Columbus, manager Gary Smith told Ben Wright of MLS.com.

Impact It sounds as if MacNaughton will be a true game-time decision for Saturday's matchup, though Smith already said he won't start. In any case, his availability would be excellent news for a Nashville team that already be without a prominent figure at the back in Walker Zimmerman (knee).

MARCH 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE