JACEN RUSSELL-ROWE NEWS

Back for another season Russell-Rowe had his contract exercised for the 2025 season, keeping him in Columbus for another year.

Impact Russell-Rowe had his best season so far as a bench player, scoring a career high of five goals while assisting once on 36 shots (19 on target). He was also able to see more time in the lineup with a career high of 10 starts and 24 MLS appearances, marking him as an important bench role for the side.

NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Saturday's draw Russell-Rowe scored one goal to go with four shots (three on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus D.C. United.

Impact Russell-Rowe scored his fifth goal of the season Saturday, a header in the 57th minute assisted by Cucho Hernandez's cross. He also set season highs with four shots and three shots on target. He was subbed off in the 71st minute for Dylan Chambost.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Russell-Rowe had an assist with his lone chance created during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Toronto.

Impact Russell-Rowe set up Cucho Hernandez in the 51st minute assisting the opening goal of the match. The assist was the first of the season for Russell-Rowe who has two goal involvements over his last three appearances despite starting just twice since May.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Back with team Russell-Rowe recorded one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus FC Cincinnati.

Impact Russell-Rowe returned to Columbus while coming on to the game late after missing the last match following his involvement with the Canadian National Team. He's only started once since July, having recorded a goal on four shots in the last five MLS games played for the side.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Late NT call up Russell-Rowe has been given a late call up to the Canadian national team for its upcoming friendlies and will not face off with Seattle on Saturday.

Impact Russell-Rowe will return to the Canadian national team following his involvement at the Copa America tournament. He's only started once in the last four MLS appearances, scoring once in that span. With a few Columbus players also leaving for international duty, Diego Rossi could move up to forward, with Aziel Jackson in line to make his MLS debut with the Crew following his trade from St Louis.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in extra time Russell-Rowe scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-2 win against New York City FC.

Impact Russell-Rowe came on late in the match Saturday and was able to score a goal in the process. Since returning from international duty, he's started once in four games, totaling a goal with three shots with a cross and a tackle in that span.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Columbus Russell-Rowe is back with Columbus ahead of Wednesday's match against Charlotte, per Brianna Mac Kay of the Dispatched alerts.

Impact Russell-Rowe failed to get an appearance at Copa America with Canada, having been an unused sub all six matches. With more rest, the forward will likely be an option for the Crew on Wednesday, where he has scored three goals in 11 games, seven of them coming as starts.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Called up by Canada Russell-Rowe has been called up for Canada's pre-tournament Copa America camp, the Crew announced Thursday.

Impact Russell-Rowe has been called up for the pre-tournament camp, although his involvement in the tournament is uncertain since the final squad won't be announced until Saturday. In any case, the winger will miss the match against New York City FC on Friday, and his availability for future Columbus matches will depend on whether he makes the Copa America roster for Canada or not.

JUNE 13 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late in win Russell-Rowe scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Chicago Fire.

Impact Russell-Rowe scored his side's third and final goal Saturday, a strike in the 88th minute assisted by Malte Amundsen. It marked his third goal of the season and his first since March 16. He replaced Marino Hinestroza in the 41st minute and played 49 minutes off the bench.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up questionable tag Russell-Rowe will be a game-time decision for Wednesday's match against Montreal due to a knee issue, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Russell-Rowe will likely face a fitness test ahead of Wednesday's match to decide his availability. He has started in six of his nine appearances this campaign, so the club will hope for him to be an option. However, if he is left out or on the bench, expect Marino Hinestroza to start in his place.

MAY 15 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 25 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Three shots off bench Russell-Rowe registered three shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus D.C. United.

Impact Russell-Rowe tied a season high with three shots Saturday, an especially impressive feat given he did not start the match. He also recorded one clearance and drew one foul in his 45 minutes of action.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

No longer with Canada Russell-Rowe (international duty) is an option for Saturday's match against Nashville.

Impact Russell-Rowe will only miss one match due to his international duties, as he is back in Columbus after his service with Team Canada. He will now hope to get the start Saturday after starting in the club's past contest, although he may serve off the bench, having only started in two of his four appearances on the team sheet this campaign.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Out with Canada Russell-Rowe will miss Saturday's trip to Charlotte on international duty with Canada.

Impact Russell-Rose heads off to national team duty in flying form, with two goals in his last two matches and six chances created in three appearances. The attacking midfielder is quickly establishing himself as part of the starting XI and should be in for a big role when back from international duty.

MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE

Scores again Saturday Russell-Rowe scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-0 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Russell-Rowe scored in his second consecutive match Saturday, a strike in the 56th minute assisted by Cucho Hernandez's through ball. It came on his only shot in the match and he added two chances created in his third consecutive appearance. He was subbed off in the 91st minute for Christian Ramirez.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as substitute Russell-Rowe scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Chicago Fire.

Impact Russell-Rowe was subbed onto the pitch in the 59th minute, replacing Marino Hinestroza, and scored the match's opening goal in the 68th minute, a low-driven outside the box strike assisted by Malte Amundsen. It came on one of two on-target shots he took in the match. He also provided the key pass in the 100th minute which led to Diego Rossi's deflected shot that was turned in by Mohamed Farsi's match-winning goal.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in season opener Russell-Rowe generated three shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Atlanta United.

Impact Farsi appeared in just three of the last 14 matches last season, playing a total of 21 minutes at the end of the regular season and through the playoffs. The early indications are he will feature more this season as he started and played 75 minutes in Saturday's win. He was in the starting XI over Alexandru Matan who started the MLS Cup Final last season, and Matan replaced Russell-Rowe in the 75th minute. Russell-Rowe had a productive performance as he was one of three Crew attackers to record three shots and added two chances created and one drawn foul.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 5, 2023

Scores late goal in win Russell-Rowe scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win against Toronto FC.

Impact Russell-Rowe scored a goal for his second consecutive match Saturday as he found the back of the net in the 88th minute off an assist from Patrick Schulte. It was the only shot he took in his 20 minutes off the bench, but it was all he needed to score his fourth goal of the season.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late in blowout win Russell-Rowe scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 victory versus FC Cincinnati.

Impact Russell-Rowe was subbed onto the pitch in the 92nd minute but that did not stop him from finding the back of the net, as he found himself loose in the 96th minute and scored off an assist by Christian Ramirez to take the 3-0 lead. It marks his third goal of the season, but his first in his 15 appearances off the bench, as his other four goal contributions came in his mere three starts this season.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in loss at Portland Russell-Rowe assisted once to go with four shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 loss against Portland Timbers. In addition, he was given a yellow card in t...

Impact Russell-Rowe made his return to MLS play Saturday after missing the past four matches to play in the Gold Cup. He marked the occasion with an assist to Lucas Zelarayan just before halftime, his first since March 25 versus Atlanta United. He finished the match with four shots (two on target), two chances created and one tackle in his full 90 minutes of playing time, his first match this season playing every minute. The only downside to his performance was a yellow card in the 72nd minute, his second booking of the season.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back with team Russell-Rowe returned to the practice pitch Wednesday after his exit from the Gold Cup with Canada, reports Brian Hedger of Dispatch Alerts.

Impact Russell-Rowe is expected to return Saturday after returning from international duty with Canada. He will continue his bench role for the team, recording just two starts in 16 appearances while generating two goals and one assist so far.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE