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Busy in win Nealis generated nine clearances in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Orlando City SC.

Impact Nealis was back in action Saturday while tying his season high for clearances. He's started six of the last seven matches, totaling an assist with 27 clearances and 13 tackles. This gives the defender an average of about 3.1 clearances per game while keeping three clean sheets in 14 appearances.

JUNE 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected back Nealis has served his one match suspension and is set to be an option for Saturday's match against Orlando SC.

Impact Nealis has been able to start eight of the last 10 matches played, recording an assist while logging in 14 tackles, 35 clearances and 15 interceptions in that span. This puts him at an average of about 3.3 clearances per game.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Handed red Nealis had two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to New York City FC. He picked up two yellow cards and was sent off in the 93rd minute.

Impact Nealis was given two yellow cars during the Hudson River Derby and will not be an option for Wednesday's clash Charlotte. He's started the last 10 matches in a row for RBNY, recording an assist with 34 clearances, 17 interceptions and 14 tackles. Andres Reyes will likely return to the line at center back in his absence.

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Provides rare assist Nealis had an assist with his lone chance created while making four tackles (winning one) and four clearances during Saturday's 4-2 win over New England.

Impact Nealis set up Lewis Morgan in the sixth minute assisting the opening goal of the match while leading the Red Bulls with four clearances. The assist was the first goal involvement of the season for Nealis who has started four straight matches for New York.

MAY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available off bench Nealis (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Chicago.

Impact Nealis was handed a questionable tag for a third match, and this time he fell to the bench. With Nealis unable to take the start, it's Noah Elie who slots into the starting XI. Nealis could likely play a role off the bench but may not be needed barring injury elsewhere.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still questionable Nealis (groin) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Chicago, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Nealis has had a questionable tag for each of the last three matches. He has also played the full 90 in each of those three matches. It's entirely possible this match is the exception and that he's actually set to miss some time, but until he does it's hard to expect this to be anything other than a minor issue.

APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable once more Nealis (groin) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Miami.

Impact Nealis is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Miami, after going unused against Columbus last time out. He was on the bench for that match, but he carried the same questionable tag into the match, so it seems he might not be ready for match action quite yet.

MARCH 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Nealis (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Columbus.

Impact Nealis carried a questionable tag into the match for a second week in a row. This time he wasn't deemed fit enough to start and is instead on the bench. The fact his status has changed week-to-week means he likely is still dealing with some discomfort from the groin issue.

MARCH 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable once more Nealis (groin) is questionable for Saturday's trip to Columbus, according to Seeing Red NY.

Impact Nealis played through a questionable tag last time out and barring a setback in his recovery will likely play through the injury once more. Nealis was even able to start last time out, so he should have a good chance of getting back on the pitch Saturday.

MARCH 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Nealis (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Dallas.

Impact Nealis was a late addition to the injury report and it appears that was more precautionary than anything else. The center-back is straight back in the starting XI and should be a lock to go the full 90 barring any injury setbacks. Andres Reyes remains on the bench with Nealis available.

MARCH 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Nealis (groin) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Dallas.

Impact Nealis was a late addition to the injury report for Saturday's clash with Dallas. The defender has gone the full 90 in each of the opening two matches and would be a major loss. If Nealis is unable to get back on the pitch it could force Andres Reyes into the starting XI.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Major role continues Nealis started all 34 of his appearances for the second season in a row in 2023.

Impact Nealis remains one of the first names on the team sheet, playing every time he was available and starting every appearances. He flirted with 3,000 minutes for the second time in a row and had 34 starts for the second time in a row. Overall Nealis is a steady center-back and will remain one of the most important parts of the starting XI.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Nealis (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Cincinnati.

Impact Nealis recovered well throughout the week and manager Troy Lesesne was confident he could play Saturday, and he will do just that. The defender takes his role in central defense and will be one of the most important figures trying to shut down this high-flying Cincinnati attack.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has chance to play Saturday Nealis (undisclosed) is questionable to play Saturday against Cincinnati, head coach Troy Lesesne told media, including Red Bulls' reporter Mark Fishkin, in his press conference Th...

Impact Nealis came off the series opener against Cincinnati at halftime, and it remains to be seen if he'll be recovered to start in Game 2. However, it sounds like the coaching staff will wait for him until the last minute considering how important he is on the defensive scheme. Nealis has been a regular starter at center-back for the Red Bulls this season and has been part of the XI in each of his 33 appearances between the regular season and the playoffs.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to return Nealis completed his one-match ban and is eligible to return ahead of Wednesday's match at Cincinnati.

Impact Nealis didn't play against Chicago in a 1-0 loss that delivered a hit to the Red Bulls' playoff chances, but he's eligible once again and should return to the side right away, especially since Hassan Ndam (suspension) was sent off against the Fire. Nealis has been a regular starter at center-back for the Red Bulls and has been in the XI in each of his 28 league appearances.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Given another suspension Nealis scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 5-3 victory against D.C. United. In addition, he was given his seventh yellow card of the season in the 66th...

Impact Nealis was shown two yellow cards in a row following his suspension on Sep 16 and will serve another one against the Chicago Fire. He also scored his first goal of the season, which was a rare one after scoring just three goals since 2019. In his absence, Hassan Ndam could start at center back alongside Andres Reyes.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sean Nealis scores go-ahead goal in 58th minute, Red Bulls beat DC United 5-3 in 101st meeting

Omir Fernandez scored two goals in the first half, Sean Nealis had a go-ahead goal in the 58th minute and the New York Red Bulls beat D

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • Associated Press

First goal of season Nealis scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal), making two interceptions, two tackles and eight clearances during Saturday's 5-3 win over D.C. United.

Impact Nealis found the back of the net in the 58th minute scoring the Red Bulls' fourth goal of the match. The goal was the first of the season for the center back as Nealis led the Red Bulls in both interceptions and clearances in the win.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to return Nealis completed his one-game ban and is eligible to return Wednesday against Austin.

Impact Nealis was sent off against Philadelphia and was forced to sit out the Hudson River Derby, but he is eligible to return to the squad in this home matchup against the Western Conference side. Nealis has started in each of his 26 league appearances in 2023 and should return to his regular spot at center-back, sending Hassan Ndam back to the bench.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off Sunday Nealis was sent off in the first half of Sunday's match against Philadelphia.

Impact Nealis was shown a second yellow card in the 44th minute forcing the Red Bulls down to ten men. The defender will miss next week's Hudson River Derby with Hassan Ndam the likeliest candidate to replace Nealis in the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of season Nealis had an assist with his lone chance created while blocking a shot, making an interception and three clearances during Wednesday's 2-2 draw with Charlotte.

Impact Nealis set up Cameron Harper in the 58th minute assisting the game tying goal for the Red Bulls. The assist was the first in 17 appearances for the center back while his three clearances upped his season total to a team-leading 66.

JUNE 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two clearances Nealis generated two tackles (one won), two clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 win against CF Montreal.

Impact Nealis returned to the starting lineup after serving a suspension last match. He's been averaging about 3.7 clearances a game with 16 in the last five games,

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to return from suspension Nealis will be available for selection in Saturday's clash against CF Montreal after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Nealis missed his first game of the season against Toronto on Wednesday while suspended for yellow card accumulation, but he is likely to plug straight back into the XI along the back line to face Montreal this weekend.

MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On suspension watch Nealis registered one tackle (one won), three clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus New York City FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 72nd...

Impact Nealis has played in every minute this season, totaling 47 clearances and 17 tackles (12 won) in 12 appearances. He brings his average clearances a game to 3.9. However, the defender will have to be careful and not get another yellow card within the next five league matches as he is one away from a one-match ban.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet against Atlanta Nealis registered one tackles (one won) in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Atlanta United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 55th minute.

Impact Nealis did not produce much stats Saturday, with just one won tackle and one clearance all match. This followed a game where he totaled five tackles (two won) and four clearances. The defender is currently averaging 4.8 clearances a contest with 29 on the year thus far.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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Sean Nealis scores go-ahead goal in 58th minute, Red Bulls beat DC United 5-3 in 101st meeting