PEDRO SANTOS NEWS

Registers assist in victory Santos assisted once to go with two shots (two on goal), seven crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-1 win over Nashville SC.

Impact Santos logged his third assist of the season and second goal contribution in the last four matches. His two shots on target in the match marked a new season high, while this also marked the fifth time on the campaign that he accounted for more than five crosses.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks lengthy goal drought Santos scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing once inaccurately and making five clearances during Saturday's 2-2 draw with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Santos found the back of the net in first half stoppage time scoring DC's second goal while leading the team with five clearances. The goal was the first since March for Santos as he's combined for two shots, seven crosses and a chance created over his last three appearances.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Dynamic midfield performance Santos had one shot (zero on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Charlotte FC.

Impact Santos led DC United with eight crosses attempted (two accurate) Saturday during their 0-1 loss to Charlotte. In addition a to his offensive production, Santos managed to contribute five tackles (two won), two interceptions and four clearances to the defensive effort. After missing two matches due to a hip injury, Santos has now started in two straight and has attempted 15 crosses (three accurate) over that span.

JUNE 16 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in seven crosses Santos recorded three shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Toronto FC.

Impact Santos was back in the starting XI against Toronto after going unused in the club's last match following an injury. He was decent in his 71 minutes on the field, notching one chance created, three shots and seven crosses. He will hope to maintain the starting role, although he has only started in seven if his 13 appearances this campaign.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Wednesday Santos (hip) was an unused option on the bench for Wednesday's 4-2 loss to Montreal.

Impact Santos was unused Wednesday after missing last match with a hip injury. He's only started two of the last eight matches played, totaling a goal and an assist while generating 18 crosses (six accurate), 13 tackles, 12 clearances and seven chances created in that span. With Matti Peltola and Cristian Dajome suspended, he is the first option to see the start against Toronto at left back.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hip injury Santos is out for Saturday's game against Chicago due to a hip injury.

Impact Santos made his first start since April 20, the last time out, and he landed on the injury report once again, this time with a hip problem. He's been alternating between the bench and the starring lineup when he's been available. Santos' next chance to play will come against Montreal on May 29.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Four clearances in 1-0 defeat Santos had one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Inter Miami CF.

Impact Santos made four clearances, the second-most in the match. It was the first occasion in the last eight fixtures where the 36-year-old made two interceptions. Santos also won three tackles in the match which was only the fourth instance in the campaign this season.

MAY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Creates assist in loss to Red Bulls Santos created an assist and executed 11 crosses (six accurate) and seven corners in Wednesday's 4-1 loss to the New York Red Bulls.

Impact Santos took to the field after 55 minutes for Mateusz Klich. He became DC's main playmaker from the left flank which led to his delivering the assist for Lucas Bartlett's goal. The 36-year-old Portuguese veteran is usually deployed from the bench, this was his first assist since February.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Scores as reserve Santos scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus CF Montreal.

Impact Santos remained excluded from D.C. United's starting XI immediately following the conclusion of his one-game suspension. Still, he logged a reserve appearance and made it work, scoring a game-winner to help his team log only its second win in six games across 2024. With his latest effort, Santos is expected to re-enter D.C. United's starting XI by April, taking over as left-back again in place of the temporarily promoted Conner Antley.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible after suspension Santos is eligible to face Montreal on Saturday after completing a one-game suspension.

Impact Santos received a straight red card in the 3-1 loss to Inter Miami on March 16, but he completed his ban and is now eligible to return. Given he started in the four matches he's been available so far, he's expected to find his name in the XI when DC United takes on Montreal on Saturday, most likely in his natural left-back role.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Sees red Santos was sent off in Saturday's match against Miami due to receiving a straight red card.

Impact Santos will not be eligible for the club's next match against St. Louis City on March 23, as he will now serve a one-match suspension after receiving a straight red card in the dying minutes of Saturday's match. Unfortunately for the team, this will cause some changes in the starting XI, as he has started at left-back in all four games this season, with Connor Antley being his most likely replacement. Santos will next be available for the March 30 match against Montreal.

MARCH 16 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal against New England Revolution Santos assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (four accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus New England Revolution. In addition, he was...

Impact Santos created the opener for Christian Benteke in the 34th minute. He created three chances and also recorded five interceptions. He struggled to get goal contributions last season and only managed to accumulate one goal and one assist.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Struggles in D.C. Santos made 21 appearances (16 starts), scoring once and assisting once in 2023.

Impact Santos' first season after leaving Columbus wasn't a strong one. D.C. were hoping to get the MVP-level form Santos showed previously, including 16 goal contributions in 2019 and 15 in 2020. Instead they got more of the level that saw Santos depart Columbus in 2023. Santos will hope to find some more playing time and more production in what could be a make-or-break 2024.

DECEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in six crosses Santos took an off target shot, crossed six times (one accurate) and made six tackles (winning five) during Sunday's match against New York Red Bulls.

Impact Santos was held off the scoresheet, but led United in both crosses and tackles in the match. The wing-back made his first start since in MLS since recovering from a thigh injury and though he has just two goal involvements on the season he's active in attack as one of the better attacking wing-backs in the league.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active off bench Santos (thigh) came off the bench during Saturday's 3-0 loss to Pumas in the Leagues Cup.

Impact Santos was active off the bench in the Leagues Cup as he recovers from a thigh injury. The wing-back is now an option once more and could return to the starting XI immediately when MLS returns.

JULY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with injury Santos (thigh) will not be an option for Saturday's match against Inter Miami.

Impact Santos had played the last three matches in a row, scoring a goal in that span. However, he will sit out Saturday with a thigh injury. This could give Gaoussou Samake a chance to start in the midfield alongside

JULY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins six tackles in shutout win Santos made a clearance, an interception and won six of six tackles in Tuesday's 1-0 victory against FC Dallas.

Impact Santos defended well from left wing-back Tuesday as his side squeaked out a narrow win over Dallas. He should continue as D.C.'s primary option in the position moving forward as Mohanad Jeahze (ankle) has been ruled out for the rest of 2023.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Cincinnati Santos took two shots and scored a goal in Saturday's 3-0 victory against FC Cincinnati. He also made four clearances, an interception and won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Santos played well on both sides of the ball in Saturday's win over the MLS leaders, and he opened the scoring with his first goal since joining D.C. in the offseason. He's averaging 1.7 shots and 1.7 chances created per 90 minutes across his five league appearances since returning from a thigh injury in late May.

JUNE 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots in draw Santos took three shots (one on target) and created three chances in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against CF Montreal. He also made two clearances and won two of two tackles in the match.

Impact Santos made his first league start since April Wednesday after recovering from a thigh injury, and he's now tallied three shots and six chances created across his last two appearances (135 minutes played) at left wing-back.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances off bench Santos subbed into Saturday's match against Toronto at halftime, making a block, an interception and creating three chances in the 2-1 defeat.

Impact Santos made his first appearance in almost a month Saturday after recovering from a thigh injury, and he was very active at left wing-back upon his introduction for the second half. He will take back over in the XI from Gaoussou Samake once he's fully fit again.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Santos is on the bench for Saturday's match against Toronto.

Impact Santos is back with the team after missing the last four matches with a thigh injury. In eight appearances, the midfielder has totaled an assist with 31 crosses (four accurate) and 27 tackles (18 won).

MAY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Saturday Santos (thigh) will be available for selection against Toronto FC this weekend, D.C. manager Wayne Rooney told Steven Goff of The Washington Post Thursday.

Impact Santos has missed his side's last four league games with a thigh injury he suffered in early May, but he seems to have recovered and could be back in the squad to take on Toronto this weekend. He should take over from Gaoussou Samake as D.C.'s starting left wing-back once he's fully fit again.

MAY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not available against LA Santos (thigh) will miss Saturday's clash with the Galaxy, but D.C. manager Wayne Rooney told The Washington Post's Steven Goff Friday that he could target a return against Toronto...

Impact Santos is remaining sidelined for a fourth straight league match this weekend, with Gaoussou Samake or Jacob Greene likely to continue in his place at left wing-back, but Santos might be able to get fit in time to be available to face Toronto on May 27.

MAY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Nashville Santos (thigh) is listed as out for Saturday's clash with Nashville, according to the D.C. injury report.

Impact Santos is sidelined for a second straight match due to a thigh injury. With Andy Najar (calf) out as well D.C. will be forced into their second choice wing-backs likely Jacob Greene and Ruan. Santos' next chance to return is a Wednesday trip to Philadelphia.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with thigh injury Santos will miss Saturday's clash against FC Cincinnati with a thigh injury, according to D.C. United's availability report for the match.

Impact Santos has started six of D.C.'s 10 MLS matches in a variety of roles this season, but he'd settled onto the left wing of a 3-5-2 formation recently. Jacob Greene, Yamil Asad and Jackson Hopkins are all options to replace him in the position against Cincinnati this weekend, or Mateusz Klich could slide over from midfield as well.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE