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Nectarios Triantis - Scores screamer in loss Triantis scored on his only shot in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Nashville SC.

Impact Triantis scored a screamer from 30 yards out after making a marauding run that started beyond midfield. Known more for his defensive work in the midfield, Triantis continues to flash his attacking upside after scoring three goals to go with two assists in just nine appearances last year. Up next is a tough matchup on the road on Sunday versus the Vancouver Whitecaps.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

James Rodriguez - Misses out again James Rodriguez was not on the match day roster for Saturday's match at Nashville.

Impact Rodriguez is dealing with a contusion and was not risked in the 3-1 loss to Nashville. In addition to the injury, the Colombian international is still working his way back to match fitness. While he remains questionable to make his MLS debut at Vancouver on Saturday, Minnesota will hope to have the playmaker's services as soon as possible.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Drake Callender - Saves four, concedes three in loss Callender made four saves in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Nashville SC.

Impact Callender fell victim to a multifaceted Nashville SC attack, conceding multiple goals for the second time in three games. The shotstopper has made four saves in three consecutive outings, and he'll have to be at his best in Sunday's road clash with a Vancouver Whitecaps side that has scored eight goals across their first three matches.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nashville SC stars power unbeaten start with "relentless mentality" | MLSSoccer.com NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The stars were singing in Music City on Saturday night, as Nashville SC continued their unbeaten start to the 2026 season...

2 DAYS AGO • MLSSOCCER.COM

Nashville SC vs. Minnesota United | Full Match Highlights | Surridge BRACE and Triantis BANGER!

2 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Messi lifts Inter Miami past D.C. United 2-1 before 72,026 in Baltimore

Lionel Messi scored in the 27th minute, and Inter Miami held on for a 2-1 victory over D.C. United in front of 72,026 at the home of the Baltimore Ravens

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Peter Stroud - On bench Saturday Stroud (illness) is among the substitutes for Saturday's game against Nashville.

Impact Stroud will aim to make his first appearance of the season after being inactive since September. The midfielder transferred to Minnesota from New York Red Bulls prior to this campaign, hoping to get some opportunities in a central spot in place of either Wil Trapp or Nectarios Triantis.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nashville vs Minnesota United Prediction and Betting Tips | March 7th 2026 Nashville will host Minnesota United at the Geodis Park on Saturday in the third round of the 2026 Major League Soccer campaign.

3 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Peter Stroud - Suffering from illness Stroud is questionable for Saturday's match against Nashville due to an illness, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Stroud needs to wait until game time to see if he can play, with the midfielder suffering from an illness. That said, it will be a true late call, likely depending on how he feels in the morning. He has yet to appear this season, so this would mainly be a loss of depth.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

James Rodriguez - Late call to face Nashville Rodriguez is questionable for Saturday's match against Nashville due to a contusion, according to Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press.

Impact Rodriguez is looking to need some testing ahead of Saturday, with the attacker now a late call due to a contusion. This just adds to his woes to start the season, as he has yet to play due to work visa issues. That said, the major question is how much he will be risked if picked for the team sheet, potentially only a bench option.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Michael Boxall - Out with adductor injury Boxall (groin) is out for Saturday's match against Nashville, according to Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press.

Impact Boxall will not be with his team Saturday after what was thought to be a substitution for precautionary reasons, instead missing with a groin injury. He is a starting defender, so this will force a change, with Carlos Harvey as a likely replacement until fit again.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Nashville SC v Minnesota United: Hosts must improve attacking decisions, says Callaghan Nashville SC are looking to continue their unbeaten start to their MLS season as they welcome Minnesota United to GEODIS Park this weekend.

4 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Tomas Chancalay - Solid in Saturday's win Chancalay recorded three shots (two on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory against FC Cincinnati.

Impact Although he wasn't involved in any goals Saturday, Chancalay still had a productive outing on the attack. He put two shots on target while also recording five crosses and taking four corners. He's had a solid start to his first season with Minnesota after he spent the last three seasons in New England where he recorded 15 goal contributions across 41 appearances.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Jefferson Diaz - Keeps clean sheet Saturday Diaz generated six clearancesand one interception in Saturday's 1-0 victory over FC Cincinnati. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 96th minute.

Impact Diaz made his first start of the season Saturday and he marked the occasion with a clean sheet. He contributed six clearances, one interception and one blocked shot in his full 90 minutes of action. He'll look to keep the momentum going Saturday at Nashville.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Kelvin Yeboah - Scores lone goal Saturday Yeboah scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 victory over FC Cincinnati.

Impact Yeboah scored the lone goal of Saturday's contest, an unassisted header in the 66th minute. He's now scored two goals through two matches this season while taking six shots. He'll look to keep this hot streak going Saturday at Nashville SC.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Drake Callender - Keeps clean sheet Saturday Callender made four saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 win over FC Cincinnati.

Impact Callender kept Cincinnati out of the back of the net Saturday, his first clean sheet since the 2024 season. He made four saves in his second straight match as well. Next up he heads to Nashville SC on Saturday, a side which has scored four goals through two matches this season.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Michael Boxall - Taken off as precautionary Boxall was subbed off due to a suspected head injury in the 77th minute of Saturday's 1-0 win versus FC Cincinnati, reports Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press.

Impact Boxall was hit in the face by Tom Barlow, which resulted in him leaving the match with a suspected head injury. The good news is he was alert after the match, which may indicate the sub was strictly for precaution. He was having a solid match prior to that, making six clearances with two interceptions to keep the clean sheet vs Cincinnati.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Austin FC vs. DC United Prediction, Picks, Live Odds – March 1 Austin FC and DC United will clash on Sunday in MLS. Austin FC drew with Minnesota United FC last time out, 2-2, while DC United beat Philad...

MARCH 1 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Minnesota United vs. FC Cincinnati | Full Match Highlights | BATTLE IN THE COLD!

MARCH 1 • YOUTUBE

Yeboah's goal, Callender's heroic saves lead Minnesota United 1-0 past Cincinnati

Kelvin Yeboah’s rebound goal and Drake Callender’s four saves gave Minnesota United FC a 1-0 win over Cincinnati FC on Saturday

FEBRUARY 28 • Associated Press

Minnesota United FC vs. FC Cincinnati Prediction, Picks, Live Odds – Feb. 28 The upcoming fixture list in MLS includes 13th-place Minnesota United FC hosting fifth-place FC Cincinnati -- coming off a draw and a win, r...

FEBRUARY 28 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

James Rodríguez set for Minnesota United debut | MLSSoccer.com The James Rodríguez era at Minnesota United FC is ready to begin.

FEBRUARY 27 • MLSSOCCER.COM

James Rodriguez - Available to face Cincinnati Rodriguez (not injury related) could make his MLS debut against Cincinnati in the second week of the 2026 season, but coach Cameron Knowles said they "will see how the game goes" t...

Impact Rodriguez had his first training session as a Minnesota player Tuesday after joining the team late because he had yet to obtain his work visa. The playmaker is not guaranteed to start right away but will eventually aim to take on a significant role, challenging Joaquin Pereyra for the No. 10 spot and for set pieces. The Colombian could also feature on the wings and should be a source of creative production whenever he's on the field.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

James Rodriguez - Trains for first time Rodriguez was spotted training for the first time with Minnesota Tuesday, but it remains to be seen if he received his work visa in other to play in Saturday's clash against Cincin...

Impact Rodriguez got his first training session in with his new squad Tuesday, an encouraging step as he begins to integrate with the group, though there is still some uncertainty surrounding whether his work visa has been finalized in time for Saturday's matchup against Cincy. If the paperwork clears and he's fully available, the Colombian playmaker is projected to carve out a meaningful role in Minnesota's attacking unit. He's also a strong candidate to take over primary set-piece duties, which would immediately boost his influence in the final third.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

James Rodriguez - Still without work visa Rodriguez was not available for the season opener due to not having his work visa, according to EL Colombiano.

Impact Rodriguez is not with Minnesota yet as the season kicks off, with the midfielder still without his work visa. This follows suit to numerous other players in the league, a common issue amongst MLS clubs at the moment. It is undetermined when he will be eligible to play, hopeful he can start integrating into the group next week.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

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