Louis Munteanu
DCU
Center Forward
Left Winger
Poacher
Jun 16, 2002 (24)
Right
6'0"
Working on return
Munteanu (lower leg) has been rehabbing his injury and has begins running on the grass, per Alexandru Dan of Digisport.ro.
Analysis: Munteanu is inching closer to a return to the pitch, though he is set to miss the next two matches as he targets a comeback for the season finale against NYCFC on Nov. 7. He returned from the international break with a lower-leg injury and has missed the past six MLS matches. The good news is that he is back on the grass and should rejoin training soon, putting a return to action firmly within reach for the forward.
Heading to sidelines
Munteanu haș returned from his national team but is now set to miss upcoming games with a lower leg problem, the MLS announced Friday.
Analysis: Munteanu now faces an extended period of club inactivity following the international call-up that caused his absence from the previous visit to Vancouver. Before that, the striker had been one of the more reliable members of the team's front line, operating in different roles and tallying six goals plus two assists across 22 league appearances in 2026. His attacking duties will likely be covered by Tai Baribo and Jackson Hopkins in the next few contests.
Joining Romanian NT for break
Munteanu has been called up by Romania for the upcoming international break between September and October.
Analysis: Munteanu has started in 17 of his 22 appearances for D.C. United in the 2026 MLS season, notching six goals and two assists. His absence will complicate things for DCU upfront since Nathan Ordaz and Tai Baribo are also away on international duty, meaning Jackson Hopkins could be an option to start Saturday against Vancouver. Munteanu should be available for selection for the Oct. 10 match at Inter Miami.
Season high 10 shots in loss
Munteanu recorded 10 shots (two on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Charlotte FC.
Analysis: Munteanu had a busy night in front of goal against Charlotte, with a season high 10 shots and three chances created as D.C. United piled up 31 attempts in all. The forward could not find the finishing touch though, as he missed two big chances and was denied by the woodwork, and he now has just one goal across his last 10 games despite 33 shots in that stretch. He has still contributed two assists from 14 chances created over the same period, so his involvement in the D.C. attack remains high even while the goals are slow to come.
Assists opener Wednesday
Munteanu assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against Columbus Crew.
Analysis: Munteanu set up the opening goal of Wednesday's match, a close-range Tai Baribo strike in the 24th minute. He also recorded a secondary assist on Baribo's second goal in the 37th minute. Munteanu now has eight goal contributions through 20 appearances this season and has created one chance in each of his last four matches. He'll look to keep his good form going Saturday versus Atlanta United.
Four shots Saturday
Munteanu registered four shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Los Angeles Football Club.
Analysis: Munteanu registered four shots including one on goal and three crosses of which one was accurate across 90 minutes as DC United's central attacking threat. He was consistently denied by Hugo Lloris, who made four saves, with his willingness to shoot from distance giving DC United their most dangerous spells of the evening. Munteanu now has six MLS goals this season and remains DC United's primary offensive weapon despite the team's difficult overall campaign.
Scores in loss
Munteanu scored a goal off four shots (one on target), created one chance and drew two fouls during Saturday's 3-1 loss against Charlotte.
Analysis: Munteanu bounced back after two so-so games and, after not being able to find the target during the first half, he used a neat finish into the far post to open the scoring for D.C. United in the 55th minute. This puts to an end a six-game scoreless streak but the forward will have to do it much more consistently to raise his fantasy stock. When he plays, he usually takes a lot of shots so its just a matter of converting those chances at a higher rate.
Wild scorpion assist on equalizer
Munteanu took five shots (three on goal), sent in five crosses (one accurate), created three chances, and suffered two fouls in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Nashville SC.
Analysis: Munteanu delivered the possible assist of the year, flicking a scorpion assist from the ground to an onrushing Tai Baribo for the equalizer. He was one of the most active attackers on the evening, rattling off five shots and creating three chances. He'll look to keep it rolling when D.C. are back in action at CF Montreal on Saturday, August 15.
Scores opener in 4-4 draw
Munteanu scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 4-4 draw versus CF Montreal.
Analysis: Munteanu scored his fifth goal of the season in his sixth start of the year. All six starts have come in a row, and all five goals have come in these starts. He took five shots in this game, which was the fifth time out of his six starts that he has attempted this number and the fourth time that he has put at least two shots on target.
Five shot in draw
Munteanu had five shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus St. Louis City SC.
Analysis: Munteanu thought he had snatched a stoppage-time winner, but his finish was wiped out by VAR for an offside on Lucas Bartlett's header in the buildup, denying D.C. United a dramatic late breakthrough. He logged five shots across 90 minutes alongside Tai Baribo up front, but none were on target as St. Louis held firm in a compact defensive shape that limited the hosts to just five shots on goal. Munteanu now sits on four MLS goals this season through 10 appearances (five starts).
Goal in three straight
Munteanu took two shots and scored a goal in Saturday's 2-2 draw with Nashville SC. He also drew two fouls and committed two fouls.
Analysis: After failing to score or assist in his first five appearances, Munteanu is scorching hot with four goals across his last three outings. He'll look to carry that momentum into Wednesday's juicy home clash with the Chicago Fire.
Nets brace
Munteanu scored two goals to go with six shots (three on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 victory versus New York City FC.
Analysis: Munteanu did it all for DC United for Sunday, recording both team goals while sealing the away win vs NYCFC. Since returning from injuey, he's recorded three goals in just the last two matches, having made 11 shots (six on target) while creating three chances and winning two tackles in that span.
Spot start and goal
Munteanu scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-2 win versus Orlando City SC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 75th minute.
Analysis: Tai Baribo (thigh) out Saturday meant D.C. United needed someone else to pair up with Jackson Hopkins up top, and the team selected Munteanu. Its decision ultimately paid off, with the last of his three on-target shots deflecting off defender Luis Otavio and past goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau for a goal. At least until Baribo is healthy, with his return date unknown, Munteanu looks like Hopkins' striker partner moving forward.
Starts versus Orlando
Munteanu (thigh) is in the starting XI for Saturday's meeting with Orlando City.
Analysis: Munteanu is ready to play following a two-game absence, gaining increased value as he makes his first start of the season in Tai Baribo's (thigh) place. Over his previous five appearances off the bench, Munteanu tallied seven shots (zero on goal) and six crosses (one accurate) across 120 minutes of play.
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