Mikkel Desler - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Three assists made in 2026 Desler recorded 20 starts in 22 MLS appearances, including the playoffs, during the 2025 MLS season.

Impact Desler's season was interrupted by a hamstring injury that kept him out for two months. Even so, he stayed a key starter, notching a goal and three assists, along with 43 tackles, 62 clearances, and five blocks. If he can stay fit, the defender is poised to boost his stats in the 2026 season.

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes four tackles Desler made four tackles (winning two) and three clearances during Sunday's 1-0 win over LAFC.

Impact Desler chipped in defensively from his wing-back role, leading Austin with four tackles in the clean sheet. The wide man has combined for eight tackles and five clearances over his lat three appearances, but hasn't had a goal involvement since August.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts versus St. Louis Desler (hip) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's matchup versus St. Louis City.

Impact Desler could be a consistent starter if he avoids any further setback after being sidelined in two of the last three league games. In that case, he'll likely be selected on the right side of a four-man defense in upcoming contests. He has been a two-way performer lately, adding defensive actions to his lone goal and three assists in the current MLS campaign.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hip injury Desler (hip) is out for Saturday's trip to Salt Lake, per the Austin injury report.

Impact Desler was forced off against Seattle due to the injury and is now set for the sideline. It's a disappointing injury, especially so late in the season. Jon Gallagher could take over in the starting XI for the final four matches if Desler is unable to return.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off in first half Sunday Desler left Sunday's game against Seattle Sounders due to an undisclosed injury.

Impact Desler walked off the field after being treated for a physical problem in the weekend's clash. He featured as a right wing-back and was replaced by Jon Gallagher, who could play a similar role in upcoming matches if the issue is serious for Desler. The 30-year-old recently missed a game due to a lower body injury, but it's unclear if the new blow is a relapse of that one.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in US Open Cup Desler (lower body) featured 64 minutes in Wednesday's 2-1 win against Minnesota in the US Open Cup, confirming he is back fit for Austin.

Impact Desler missed the last game against Dallas due to a lower body injury, but the issue proved to be minor as he played 64 minutes in Wednesday's clash against Minnesota, confirming he is back fit and available for the Verdes. This is good news for Austin since the former Toulouse player has been an undisputed starter on the right flank this season, and they will need him fit for the final stretch of the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to face Dallas Desler is questionable for Saturday's match against Dallas due to a lower-body injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Desler is returning from the break with an injury, leaving him as a late call due to lower-body issues. This will be something to monitor for the club, as the defender is a regular starter at right-back. That said, if he doesn't make the call, Jon Gallagher could be a possible replacement.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal Desler assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus CF Montreal.

Impact Desler put in an adventurous shift from right back. He set up Myrto Uzuni's equalizer in the 39th minute. Desler rotated the ball well, evident by his 31 passes at over 90 percent accuracy. Defensively, he contributed with two tackles, two clearances and an interception. This took his tally to three assists in the last five games, marking his most productive spell in over the last three seasons.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in draw Desler delivered an assist, created two chances, sent in four crosses (one accurate) and made two tackles (one won), two clearances and one interception during Saturday's 1-1 draw...

Impact Desler was having a pedestrian stat line on both ends but then, in the 51st minute, he made a huge contribution by assisting Owen Wolff's equalizer with a perfect cross. With two assists over his last three starts, the right-back will become an intriguing two-way pickup for fantasy teams if he's able to keep it up.

AUGUST 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Owen Wolff's second-half goal helps Austin up unbeaten streak to six in 1-1 draw with Dallas

Owen Wolff scored early in the second half to help Austin FC up its unbeaten streak to six with a 1-1 draw against FC Dallas

AUGUST 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Logs first season assist Desler delivered an assist and made three tackles (one won) and four clearances during Saturday's 4-2 win over D.C. United.

Impact Desler put up another solid defensive performance from the flank and did even better offensively with an assist for Owen Wolff to double his side's lead just before halftime. This was the first assist of the year for the right-back, who's back to top form after leaving behind the hamstring injury that made him miss a significant chunk of the campaign.

JULY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Uzuni and Wolff score goals, Austin's 4-2 win extends DC United's winless streak to 8

Myrto Uzuni and Owen Wollf each scored a first-half goal to help Austin FC beat D

JULY 27, 2025 • Associated Press

WATCH: Mikkel Desler leads Austin to road win over Colorado | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

JUNE 8, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Nets first goal of season Desler scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) and making three tackles (winning three) during Saturday's 2-0 win over Colorado.

Impact Desler opened the scoring with a goal in the 6th minute while leading Austin with three tackles. The goal was the first of the season for Desler who started his first match since March following a lengthy hamstring injury.

JUNE 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mikkel Desler, Brad Stuver help Austin end 8-match winless streak with 2-0 victory over Rapids

Defender Mikkel Desler scored his first career goal six minutes into the match and Brad Stuver posted his seventh clean sheet of the season as Austin beat the Colorado Rapids 2-0 t...

JUNE 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Appears Saturday Desler recorded no stats in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Minnesota United.

Impact Desler made his return to the pitch after missing the last two months with a hamstring injury. He will look to be a high depth option as long as he can stay fit, having appeared just 11 times in MLS since joining the side in June of 2024.

MAY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On bench at Minnesota Desler (hamstring) is on the bench in Saturday's game against Minnesota United.

Impact Desler wasn't expected to be an option yet as he had a lengthy recovery since getting hurt on March 9 and just recently resumed training. However, his potential appearance as a substitute strengthens his team's depth going forward. He'll aim to replace Jon Gallagher at right-back, though it might be just for a few minutes in upcoming matches.

MAY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Austin looks to end road losing streak against Minnesota United

Austin hits the road against Minnesota United trying to break a three-game road losing streak

MAY 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Trains with team Desler (hamstring) has begun training with the team, however will still need more training before making a return to the pitch. According to manager Nico Estevez, "He's training wi...

Impact Desler has made his return to the pitch but will need a week or two more of full training sessions before returning to the pitch again. A return in May does not seem likely as the defender will look to be at 100% by June.

MAY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

White and the Vancouver Whitecaps visit Austin

Brian White leads the Vancouver Whitecaps into a matchup with Austin after a two-goal performance against Los Angeles FC

MAY 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Austin looks to break losing streak in matchup with Atlanta United

Austin will try to break a three-game skid when it plays Atlanta United

MAY 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Aiming for training soon Desler (hamstring) is aiming to start partial team training soon, according to head coach Nico Estevez. "The goal is the next week he starts working on part of the training with th...

Impact Desler seems to be on the right track of recovery, missing the last month and a half with a hamstring injury. He will aim to be back on the pitch in the next week or two, barring any set backs.

MAY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Close to return Desler (hamstring) is still out for Austin, however is close to making a return, per the WAATV Media.

Impact There was positive news for Desler, who could see a return at some point in May. He will need at least a full week of full training before being an option again, having been out of action since March 15.

APRIL 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On right timeline Desler (hamstring) is "doing good" and is on the right track of recovery, said head coach Nico Estevez per WAATV Media.

Impact Desler has begun work on the grass and is on the right timeline of return. He's been the last four matches and will likely miss the next three more, though could return sooner if he keeps up his recovery schedule.

APRIL 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Saint Louis City SC hosts Austin in Western Conference play

Saint Louis City SC and Austin square off in Western Conference action

MARCH 29, 2025 • Associated Press

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