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Returns in U.S. Open Cup Picault (hamstring) started and played the first half of Wednesday's U.S. Open Cup victory against San Antonio FC.

Impact Picault missed last weekend's MLS defeat to D.C. United with a hamstring injury, but he was already back in the XI on Wednesday and should be available once again versus Nashville on Saturday.

MAY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hamstring injury Picault missed Saturday's defeat against D.C. United due to a hamstring injury, Houston manager Paulo Nagamura confirmed after the game.

Impact Picault had started in each of the Dynamo's first nine games of the season, but he wasn't fit enough for Sunday. Tyler Pasherfilled in for him on the left wing against D.C., but he will hope to return by next weekend's clash against Nashville SC.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in loss Picault created three chances from three crosses (zero accurate) and made two interceptions during Saturday's 2-1 loss to FC Dallas.

Impact Picault failed to take a shot for the first time in four games but kept up his decent offensive work rate, creating a fifth chance in his last three starts. Following this loss, Picault can look forward to a slightly easier matchup against Austin FC, which have conceded seven goals in their first eight matches.

APRIL 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against Portland Picault took two shots on target and created a chance in Saturday's 0-0 draw against the Timbers. He also made a clearance and won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Picault was solid on both sides of the ball on Saturday but he couldn't lead his side to a third consecutive victory on the day. He has two goals and an assist in his last three games and will be ready for next weekend's clash against FC Dallas, which boast the best defense in the Western Conference having conceded just four times in seven matches this season.

APRIL 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in win Picault took two shots (one on target) and assisted a goal in Sunday's 4-3 victory against the Earthquakes. He also made a clearance and an interception in the match.

Impact Picault grabbed his first assist of the season Saturday in setting up Sebastian Ferreira's second goal against San Jose. This in addition to his brace against Miami last weekend has him in good form heading into next weekend's clash against the Timbers, which have conceded 13 times in seven MLS matches.

APRIL 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picault leads the Houston Dynamo against the San Jose Earthquakes

Fafa Picault leads the Houston Dynamo into a matchup with the San Jose Earthquakes following a two-goal performance against Inter Miami

APRIL 8, 2022 • Associated Press

Scores brace against Miami Picault scored two goals and made four interceptions in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Inter Miami. He also made two clearances, and he took five shots (three on target) overall in...

Impact Picault scored the winning goal from the spot on Saturday and then added an extra one in stoppage time as Houston has now won two its last three games. These were his first goals of the season and he'll be looking for more next weekend against the Earthquakes, which have conceded 11 times in five MLS matches.

APRIL 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Fires in seven crosses Picault had seven crosses, two tackles, four interceptions, two fouls, created one chance and sustained one foul in the 1-1 draw with the Colorado Rapids.

Impact In an attempt to try and catch up with Colorado's early goal, Picault tried to cross as much as he could into the box. Though he is an aggressive crosser, the midfielder's numbers have been going up in his last few appearances. He may be able to keep improving in the next match against Inter Miami.

MARCH 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Three clearances against Vancouver Picault made three clearances in a 2-1 win against Vancouver Whitecaps FC on Saturday.

Impact Picault had a decent outing for the winning team. The 31-year-old made three clearances. Other than that, Picault made an interception.

MARCH 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Surprisingly creates two chances Picault created two chances during a 1-0 loss Saturday at Kansas City.

Impact Picault created more chances than any of his teammates did Saturday. However, fantasy managers should not expect him to supply goal-scoring opportunities regularly. Picault hasn't averaged more than one created chance across the MLS since 2018.

MARCH 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots against Salt Lake Picault took three shots and made two tackles in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Real Salt Lake. He also made two clearances and two interceptions in the match.

Impact Picault was dangerous going forward Sunday, but he couldn't find a breakthrough goal as his side opened the season with a draw. He will be ready to try again next weekend against Sporting KC, which conceded 40 times in MLS last year.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs on in season finale Picault played the final 19 minutes of last week's defeat against CF Montreal.

Impact Picault ends his first season in Houston with 11 goals and four assists in 31 appearances (29 starts) at forward. It was his most successful season in MLS individually, but the Dynamo finished with the second-worst attack as a team in the Western Conference.

NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Five shots Wednesday Picault shot five times (two on goal), creating one chance during Wednesday's 3-0 loss to LA Galaxy.

Impact Picault has been shooting in nearly every single match this season, tallying 11 goals through sheer volume. The forward is in great form, and should have another plus matchup Saturday, away to Austin.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Involved in both goals Picault scored a goal with his lone shot and added an assist while crossing three times (one accurate) and creating two chances during Sunday's 4-2 loss to Sporting KC.

Impact Picault scored in the 50th minute before setting up Darwin Quintero in the 76th to play a role in both Houston goals. The goal was the 11th of the season for the forward while his assist was number four on the year.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Four shots in draw Picault took four shots (one on goal) and crossed twice inaccurately during Wednesday's 0-0 draw with Vancouver.

Impact Picault was held off the scoresheet as both teams failed to score on Wednesday. The forward crossed just twice without creating a chance but his four shots were the second highest amount on the team in the draw.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in home win Picault scored one goal from two shots, created one chance, sent in three crosses (one accurate), made one tackle (won) and three clearances in Saturday's 3-2 win over Dallas.

Impact Picault scored in the 20th minute to give them the 2-0 lead and pave the way for the home win. The forward now has 10 goals in the season, four in his last three starts, and will look to find the back of the net again at Minnesota on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Los Angeles Picault scored a goal and won two of four tackles in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against the Galaxy. He also made three clearances and three interceptions in the match.

Impact Picault opened the scoring Wednesday for his third goal in his last two appearances. It was also his ninth of the season, which is just one shy of his personal MLS record of 10 he scored with Philadelphia in 2018. He will hope to tie that mark Saturday against FC Dallas, which have conceded 40 goals in 25 matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace against Austin Picault bagged two goals in Saturday's 3-0 win over Austin. He finished with three shots on target, three crosses, a tackle, two clearances and two interceptions.

Impact Picault was the star of the game for Houston since he bagged two goals -- he took advantage of a defensive mistake from Julio Cascante to score the second goal of the game, and he later closed things out with an excellent individual sequence. The veteran forward now has six goals over his last eight games.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances Picault created two chances during Friday's 2-0 defeat to Portland.

Impact Picault shot three times but only managed to put one on net and created some low-danger chances. It's been a storming run for the forward who has four goals in his last seven matches. Next up is a Saturday clash at home against Austin.

SEPTEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Extends point streak to four games Picault assisted once, took two shots (one on target), created three chances, sent three crosses (one accurate) and intercepted once in the 2-1 loss to Minnesota United on Saturday...

Impact Picault is in some of the best form in the league right now. The forward is now on a four-point game streak, accumulating three goals and one assist in that time frame. If you back track two more matches, he has four goals and one assist in six appearances. During those six appearances he is averaging, 1.83 shots, 0.83 chances created, 3.0 crosses and 0.66 tackles per 90 minutes in all competitions. Yes Picault has been scoring at a high clip recently, but the fact that he has scored on four of his five attempts on net is extremely concerning and it shows negative regression coming sooner rather than later. Otherwise, the rest of his production is excellent and he truly is one of the best options in the league right now at his position.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Converts PK in draw Picault scored a penalty goal, had two shots (one on target), sent in four inaccurate crosses and suffered three fouls, including a penalty, during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Dall...

Impact Picault was a menace on the left wing and manufactured the opening goal of the match almost by himself, being brought down inside the box after using his skill to dribble past three opponents and then stepping up to convert the penalty in the 25th minute. The winger is in amazing form, with four goals over his last five starts and will try to add to his tally during next Saturday's home match against Minnesota.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores lone Houston goal Picault scored a goal while taking four shots (one on goal), crossing twice accurately and creating two chances during Wednesday's 3-2 loss to Real Salt Lake.

Impact Picault found the back of the net in the 51st minute scoring the lone Houston goal. The goal was the fifth of the season for the forward while leading the Dynamo in shots and chances created in the loss.

AUGUST 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Converts PK in loss Picault converted a penalty kick, took two shots (one on target), delivered six crosses, won one tackle and made one interception in Saturday's 3-1 loss versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact Picault had a positive offensive outing Saturday as he converted a penalty kick late in the first half, but it was not enough to help his side take home at least a point. The striker has now found the back of the net twice in his last three appearances, along with producing three shots and nine crosses in the same time span.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet on Saturday Picault crossed once inaccurately during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Minnesota.

Impact Picault was held off the scoresheet as Houston were shutout on Saturday. The forward had a quiet performance, failing to shoot or create a chance while managing just one cross before his substitution in the 64th minute.

AUGUST 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Austin Picault scored a goal and made a clearance in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat against Austin FC. He also won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Picault scored his third goal of the season on Wednesday, a late consolation goal when his side had been down to 10 men for nearly the entire duration of the game. On Saturday he will face Minnesota United, which have conceded 21 times in 16 MLS matches.

AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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Picault leads the Houston Dynamo against the San Jose Earthquakes