Sam Vines - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Available following injury absence Vines (lower body) is no longer listed on San Diego FC's injury report ahead of Saturday's MLS clash against New York Red Bulls, suggesting he has recovered sufficiently to return...

Impact Vines appears to have overcome the lower-body issue that interrupted the early stages of his loan spell at San Diego. The defender joined from Houston Dynamo in September but has managed just one minute of MLS action since his arrival, leaving him with limited opportunities to establish himself. His return to availability provides additional depth at left-back, although Kieran Sargeant remains the preferred starter in that position. Vines could initially be restricted to a substitute role as he looks to earn more playing time.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

New York Red Bulls host San Diego FC in non-conference action

The New York Red Bulls host San Diego FC in non-conference play

OCTOBER 9 • Associated Press

Lower body issue rules him out Vines is absent for the time being due to a lower body concern, per the MLS Player Status Report.

Impact Vines arrived at San Diego in September on loan from Houston Dynamo and has managed just a single minute of MLS play since joining the club, making this lower body issue a frustrating start to his time there. Kieran Sargeant is the regular left-back starter and will continue to appear in the position regardless of Vines' fitness. No timeline has been provided on the injury.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

San Diego FC acquire Sam Vines on loan from Houston Dynamo | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Loan San Diego FC have acquired defender Sam Vines on loan from Houston Dynamo FC, the clubs announced Wednesday. V...

SEPTEMBER 2 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Off to San Diego Vines has completed a loan to San Diego from Houston, according to his new club.

Impact Vines is off to the West Coast for the remainder of the season, joining San Diego on loan until the end of the season, with an option for the 2027 campaign. He has only started in one of his three appearances since joining Houston. He will look to get back into a bigger role with his new club, as he has been a starter in MLS play previously when with Colorado.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Returns Wednesday Vines played 29 minutes from the bench in a friendly against America de Cali.

Impact Vines took the field for Houston in a friendly Wednesday, with the defender playing the final 29 minutes from the bench. This will give the club back a useful option at full-back, as he was a starter for Colorado last season. However, he may see more of a rotational role following the injuries this season, only starting in one of his three appearances.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to injury list Vines (lower body) has been ruled out for Saturday's visit to Los Angeles Galaxy, per the MLS Player Status Report.

Impact Vines had cleared the injury report in recent weeks but is back on the list without playing a single minute, suggesting he suffered a setback in his recovery process. This is tough news for a team that lacks left-back depth, having recently deployed midfielder Lawrence Ennali in that position. The nature of the lower body problem and how long it sidelines Vines is unclear for the time being.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for LAFC game Vines (lower body) is on the bench Sunday against Los Angeles FC.

Impact Vines may have a chance to make his fourth appearance of the season, though he'll see limited playing time as a possible backup for Lawrence Ennali. The former Colorado Rapids man has played a minor role, with injuries limiting his involvement lately. He could eventually be a decent option to deliver crosses from the left flank.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers lower body issue Vines is sidelined for upcoming action with a lower body injury.

Impact Vines' injury is a blow to the Dynamo's defense, and his replacement, Franco Negri, will need to step up. Vines' return to the lineup will depend on his ability to recover from the injury, and this issue could continue to impact his playing time in future fixtures. He has made only one start this season, playing a limited role so far.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Houston Vines signed with the Dynamo until the end of the 2027 MLS season on Friday.

Impact Vines was waived by the Rapids on March 9, but he didn't spend a lot of time as a free agent. Vines will add depth and versatility to Houston's defensive line.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado Rapids waive defender Sam Vines | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Waived, buyout The Colorado Rapids have waived defender Sam Vines and exercised a buyout of his contract, the club...

FEBRUARY 22 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Darren Yapi's two second-half goals lead Rapids to 2-1 victory over Minnesota United

Darren Yapi scored twice in the second half to spark the Colorado Rapids to a 2-1 victory over Minnesota United

AUGUST 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Assist as midfielder Vines assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Minnesota United.

Impact For the Rapids' latest game, they used a three-defender formation, pushing Vines up from left-back to left midfielder. The wing-back's best contribution was a through ball that penetrated through an open Minnesota defense to Darren Yapi, who used said opportunity for his first of two goals Sunday. As for Vines, the assist marks his 2025's second.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to lineup Vines (groin) generated one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-0 win against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Vines was back for Colorado, getting the start at left back against Vancouver. Since June, he has appeared fives times in MLS, totaling an assist with five clearances, five interceptions and five crosses in that span, starting four of those contests.

JULY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado Rapids host the Vancouver Whitecaps in conference action

The Colorado Rapids take on the Vancouver Whitecaps in conference action

JULY 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out with groin injury Vines (groin) is ruled out for Friday's clash against Sporting Kansas City due to injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Vines came off in the 74th minute of Saturday's game against New England and seemed to have suffered a groin injury since he is ruled out for Friday's clash against SKC. This is a big blow for the Rapids since he has started the last three games at left back and his absence will therefore force a change in the starting lineup, with Jackson Travis likely replacing him against SKC.

JULY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Own goal sparks opponent comeback Vines recorded an own goal, one tackle (one won), one clearance and four interceptions in Saturday's 3-3 draw against New England Revolution.

Impact Vines scored an own goal, which helped spark his opponents into a comeback. At the time of the goal, Colorado were 3-0 ahead, but this goal in the 58th minute allowed the game to finish 3-3. The left-back had assisted a goal in the previous game, where his side won 2-0.

JUNE 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Maxi Urruti scores in second-half stoppage time and New England draws with Colorado

Maxi Urruti’s header in the third minute of second-half stoppage time lifted the New England Revolution into a 3-3 tie with the Colorado Rapids

JUNE 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Notches assist in win Vines assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-0 victory versus Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Vines picked up his second straight start, and his fifth of the season. He made good use of the opportunity by logging his first goal contribution with a well-placed cross towards Djordje Mihailovic, who headed it home in the 24th minute of play. Vines also completed over 20 passes for a fourth time on the year and is up to three chances created over the last two games.

JUNE 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Djordje Mihailovic and Calvin Harris score 4-minutes apart, and the Rapids beat Galaxy 2-0

Djordje Mihailovic and Calvin Harris scored four-minutes apart in the first half and the Colorado Rapids beat the LA Galaxy 2-0 in a game delayed two hours due to weather

JUNE 26, 2025 • Associated Press

On bench against DC United Vines (groin) is on the bench in Saturday's match against D.C. United.

Impact Vines will be an option for the fourth time this season but might only see a few minutes of play this time. In that case, he should challenge Jackson Travis at left-back. While he hasn't been too active lately, Vines may be valuable as a potential contributor of crosses and defensive stats.

MAY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

D.C. United hosts the Colorado Rapids in non-conference play

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MAY 2, 2025 • Associated Press

Out with groin injury Vines (groin) was not an option during the 1-1 draw against Seattle, reports the Burgundy Wave.

Impact Vines was held out of the match with a groin injury. He had recently returned from a lower body injury, starting two of the last the MLS games since his return, as the defender continues to struggle with injuries.

APRIL 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Substitute option at Vancouver Vines (lower body) is on the bench for Saturday's matchup against Vancouver Whitecaps.

Impact Vines has yet to play this year, so it's unclear if he's ready for many minutes, but his return is welcome news for the squad's depth. Last season, the left-back scored once in 29 league matches, while averaging 1.9 crosses, 1.4 clearances and 1.1 tackles per game. He'll likely be in contention with Ian Murphy in upcoming fixtures.

APRIL 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mihailovic leads the Colorado Rapids against the Vancouver Whitecaps

Djordje Mihailovic leads the Colorado Rapids into a matchup with the Vancouver Whitecaps after scoring two goals against Charlotte FC

APRIL 4, 2025 • Associated Press

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