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Choupo-Motin scores twice on penalties to send New York Red Bulls past Charlotte FC

Eric Maxim Choupo-Motin scored two penalty kicks and the New York Red Bulls never trailed in a 4-2 win over Charlotte FC

MAY 29

CF Montreal looks for first victory of the season, visits the New York Red Bulls

CF Montreal aims for its first win of the season when it visits the New York Red Bulls

APRIL 25

Option Saturday Edwards (knee) was an unused option during the 2-1 loss to DC United on Saturday.

Impact Edwards had missed the previous two matches with a knee injury, returning but went unused against DC United. He will look to be an option to start once fully fit, having started in the midfield the previous three games played.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Still not available Edwards (knee) did not travel with the team as he remains out for RBNY, per the South Ward Network.

Impact Edwards missed his second match in a row as he continues to nurse a knee injury. He had been featured in the lineup the previous three matches prior to his injury, with three starts in five appearances.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knee injury Edwards is questionable for Saturday's match against Chicago due to a knee injury.

Impact Edwards will have to pass some testing Saturday if he wants to be an option, with the defender now questionable with a knee injury, He has started din their past three games, so this could force a change. That said, this will be something to monitor, with Omar Valencia as a possible replacement.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Forsberg scores in each half to guide Red Bulls to 2-1 victory over Toronto

Emil Forsberg scored a goal in each half to lead the New York Red Bulls to a 2-1 victory over Toronto FC at Sports Illustrated Stadium

MARCH 23

Red Bulls sign Canadian D Raheem Edwards The New York Red Bulls announced the signing of Canadian defender Raheem Edwards on Thursday.The two-year deal is pending receipt of his int...

FEBRUARY 2 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Signs with New York Red Bulls Edwards has signed with NYRB out of free agency, according to his new club.

Impact Edwards is joining NYRB this offseason, set to remain in MLS play after exiting Montreal around two months ago. He started in 19 of his 26 appearances last season, notching five assists in his time on the field. That said, he is joining a team with a bit more competition, so he will have to fight for time, likely to see more of a rotational role with his new club.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Records three crosses Edwards had three crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against Atlanta United.

Impact Edwards was decent on both sides of the ball Wednesday, notching two chances created and three crosses in the attack to go along with two interceptions and three tackles in the defense. He has now started in three straight matches, notching two shots, three chances created and seven crosses across that span, seeing his last goal contribution four appearances ago.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Credited with assist Edwards assisted once to go with five crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Charlotte FC.

Impact Edwards set up Montreal's second goal with a low cross that allowed Bryce Duke to score the team's second goal midway through the first half. Edwards has done a good job playing as a wing-back, and his two-way play has been key for Montreal of late.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available against Charlotte Edwards is available for Saturday's clash with Charlotte after serving a one-match ban.

Impact Edwards served the one-match ban against Cincinnati, and is now available for selection. The left-back has been a constant in the starting XI, and is a consistent option with some strong creative upside. Still with Montreal struggling in recent months, it's possible Edwards is limited against Charlotte.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended Saturday Edwards has picked up his fifth yellow card in 15 matches and is set for a one match suspension

Impact Edwards played the second half against New England, picking up a yellow card that will see him miss the Cincinnati clash. He had started seven of the previous nine MLS games, recording three assists with 28 crosses (eight accurate) in that span. Tom Pearce will likely get the call to start again in the midfield, who joined the team from Wigan Athletic back in July.

AUGUST 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in bench appearance Edwards generated four crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 5-0 loss to New England Revolution. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 85th minute.

Impact Edwards replaced Joaquin Sosa at halftime Saturday and filled up the stat sheet despite playing just half the match. In addition to his production on the attack, he won two tackles for the seventh time this season and also drew two fouls.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up lone goal of match Edwards had an assist while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing twice (one accurate) and creating a chance during Saturday's 1-0 win over Atlanta.

Impact Edwards set up Ruan in the 51st minute assisting the lone goal of the match while leading Montreal with three chances created. The assist was the first in July for Edwards who has combined for five shots, seven chances created and nine crosses in the month.

JULY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist against Philadelphia Edwards delivered an assist, had two shots (one on target), created three chances, sent in two crosses (one accurate) and made six tackles (five won) and two interceptions during S...

Impact Edwards was one of the best players on the pitch here, being everywhere his side needed him to be and providing signficant statistical contributions on both ends, including an assist for Dominik Yankov to score Montreal's third goal in the 89th minute. That's now two assists over the last three starts for the full-back, who can definitely be used as a two-way fantasy asset if he's on his best days.

JULY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Produces assist in draw Edwards assisted once to go with two crosses (one accurate) and created a chance in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus the New York Red Bulls.

Impact Edwards was one of Montreal's best players Wednesday. He posted four tackles, two interceptions and a clearance in support of his defense, along with engaging in 14 ground duels (winning nine) and making plays in midfield. One of these plays produced the assist for his team's second goal scored by Kwadwo Opoku. He was subbed after 72 minutes. The 28-year-old has established himself as a regular starter recently. This was his second assist, his last being six appearances back.

JUNE 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Edwards (knee) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's matchup against New York Red Bulls.

Impact Edwards returns straight to the initial squad after missing the previous game due to a minor problem. He's expected to operate in his usual left wing-back position, pushing Joaquin Sosa back to central defense. Prior to the issue, Edwards provided one assist while tallying seven chances created, 11 tackles and 11 clearances in 443 minutes of play.

JUNE 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Edwards (abdomen) is available for Wednesday's match against D.C. United, according to his club.

Impact Edwards has finally recovered from his abdomen injury, and he is now set to take the field against D.C. He will now hope to earn the start, as he started in four straight games prior to his injury. However, he may be left on the bench to test his legs after four matches out.

MAY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Edwards (abdomen) is out for Saturday's game against Nashville.

Impact Edwards is set to miss a fourth consecutive game. His next chance to play will come against DC United on Wednesday in a midweek clash.

MAY 24, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Edwards is out for Saturday's clash with Miami, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Edwards played the full 90 last time out and isn't reported to have struggled with any training issues. Still the defender is now set for the sideline for at least one match with an abdominal injury. Ariel Lassiter got the start at left wing-back in the last match Edwards missed.

MAY 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Mixed results against Nashville Edwards logged one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created during CF Montreal's 4-1 loss Saturday against Nashville SC.

Impact Despite failing to score any goals, Edwards did attempt a shot that ended up being on target. Though unable to get any crosses accurate or an assist to his name, the aforementioned midfielder created three chances, which is how many he got during April. Edwards has logged one assist, six chances created and two shots on goal since that month.

MAY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Whips in five crosses Edwards had one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Orlando City SC.

Impact Edwards attempted to provide service from the flanks Saturday, attempted five crosses (one accurate), as Montreal drew 2-2 with Orlando. The attempted crosses were Edwards's first of the season through five appearances (two starts). After arriving from Los Angeles Galaxy in the offseason, Edwards has contributed one assist and created three chances thus far in 2024.

APRIL 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist versus Cincinnati Edwards made an assist, had three shots (one on target), created one chance and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 2-1 win over Cincinnati.

Impact Edwards started for the first time this season and made most of the opportunity, being a threat from the left flank and assisting Josef Martinez for the opening goal of the game just before halftime. It's still to be known if the full-back will remain in the lineup for upcoming matches, but it's safer to say he should see significant playing time more regularly.

APRIL 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension return Edwards completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Seattle on Saturday.

Impact Edwards has played off the bench in three appearances he's made during the current campaign, though he's never played more than 17 minutes. He's not expected to play a significant role in fantasy now that he's back from suspension.

APRIL 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Saturday Edwards was sent off during Saturday's match against Chicago due to a straight red card.

Impact Edwards will not be an option for the club's next match against D.C. United on March 30, as he picked up a one-game suspension after receiving a straight red card. Luckily for the cub, he has only appeared off the bench this season, so his absence should not affect the starting XI moving forward. He will next be available against Seattle on April 6.

MARCH 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE