Roman Bürki
LOU
GK
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Nov 14, 1990 (35)
Right
6'2"
187 lb
St. Louis CityMakes two saves in win
Burki registered two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
Analysis: Burki made no more than two saves for the 10th time in 20 starts during the road win. The goalkeeper has only two clean sheets over that span, though. He will now look to keep the momentum at Portland on Wednesday.
Makes four saves versus Dallas
Burki had four saves and allowed three goals in Sunday's 3-3 draw against FC Dallas.
Analysis: Burki was active between the posts, but there was little he could have done to stop the opposition's goals during the draw. While it was his third straight game with multiple saves, he was beaten more than once for the first time in his latest nine MLS appearances. Up next is a difficult visit to Vancouver, who have recorded the third-most goals in the league this season.
Three saves for win
Burki registered three saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Houston Dynamo.
Analysis: Burki stopped three of the four shots he faced during Saturday's win, doing enough to earn a narrow three points. The goalkeeper was excellent throughout the match and can keep his head held high as he proved to be a difference. Burki will next look to continue defeating Texas teams as he takes on Dallas on Sunday.
Concedes one
Burki recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Sporting Kansas City.
Analysis: Burki registered two saves and also retained possession well with 33 passes. He has now recorded five saves and three clearances in the last three games and has conceded once in each of those last three games. Next, he takes on Houston Dynamo, who have won each of the last five games.
Concedes one
Burki had no saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 3-1 win versus San Jose Earthquakes.
Analysis: Burki was responsible for three clearances and did not really need to intervene with saves as most of San Jose's shots carried little to no threat. He has now recorded four saves and four clearances across the last four games, conceding three times. Next, he takes on Sporting Kansas City, who have not scored a single time in the last three games and are bottom of the table.
Concedes once on Saturday
Burki registered two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Real Salt Lake.
Analysis: Burki conceded in the 60th minute, but his highlight was an incredible save pulled off in the 55th minute which racked up an xGOT of 0.89. Apart from that, he registered 14 passes and did not have a lot to do as St. Louis retained majority of the ball. Next, he takes on San Jose Earthquakes, who have netted thrice in the last three games and have not won a single game after the World Cup break.
Quiet day in clean sheet win
Burki recorded no saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Colorado Rapids.
Analysis: Burki kept only his second clean sheet of the season, with both coming in his last four games. The keeper wasn't required to make any saves as the opposition were down to 10 men from the first half and didn't have much of the ball.
Allows one in return
Burki (fitness level) made two saves and conceded one goal during Wednesday's 3-1 win over LA Galaxy.
Analysis: Burki returned to the team after missing the previous game and had a mostly calm outing. It looked like he was on his way to keeping his second clean sheet of the year but then he saw Troy Elgersma appearing unmarked in front of him to ruin his plans in the 86th minute. Despite the setback close to the final whistle, the veteran goalkeeper still has reasons to celebrate as he didn't allow multiple goals for a season-best fourth consecutive game.
Starts against Galaxy
Burki (fitness level) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's contest against Los Angeles Galaxy.
Analysis: Burki will return to action after missing a couple of league games due to a fitness issue, with his inclusion pushing Ben Lundt to a substitute role. The experienced goalkeeper has been solid when facing plenty of shots this season, but his 40 saves have led to just one clean sheet across 13 matches, so most of his output might continue to come from shot-stopping numbers.
Left out due to fitness level
Burki was left out of the squad due to fitness level, not injury, according to coach Yoann Damet, per Matt Baker of Flyover Footy. "He wasn't fit enough to perform, he needs a little bit more fitness."
Analysis: Burki had appeared to be building toward a return after training in the days leading up to the match, following a groin injury that kept him out before the break, but his continued absence for fitness reasons rather than injury raises questions about his short term status. The veteran, who has been with the club since its inception, remains a candidate for increased scrutiny given the unusual nature of a healthy captain being scratched, with Ben Lundt in line to continue starting in his absence while Christian Olivares has also returned from loan as further competition in goal.
Absent despite training
Burki was in training in the build-up to Thursday's match against Kansas City but remains out, according to Tom Timmermann of the St. Louis Dispatch.
Analysis: Burki was out ahead of the break with a groin injury, but after training this week, he looked to be ready for a return. However, the goalie is still absent, leading some to believe there is something further with the team's captain. That said, the veteran, who has been with the team since they were introduced to the league, could be facing a potential transfer out, as it would be strange to have their captain out as a healthy scratch. If this were to be true, this would leave Ben Lundt to start moving forward, with Christian Olivares also just being recalled from his loan.
Ruled out Saturday
Burki (quad) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Austin.
Analysis: Burki has been unable to get the green light despite being listed as questionable with the quad concern, confirming his absence and representing one of the more impactful status updates on the entire Saturday report given his importance as St. Louis's starting goalkeeper. His unavailability forces the coaching staff to turn to Ben Lundt between the posts, with the backup option now tasked with stepping up in the absence of his first-choice counterpart. Burki's situation will be monitored closely in the coming days as St. Louis hope the quad issue proves to be a short-term setback rather than a prolonged absence heading into the next stretch of the MLS season.
Late call due to injury
Burki is listed as questionable moving forward with a quad injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.
Analysis: Burki is a new addition to St. Louis's report this matchday with a quad issue, which is a concerning development given his importance as their starting goalkeeper. A goalkeeper with a quad concern in questionable territory is one of the more impactful status updates on the entire Saturday report, as his absence would force St. Louis to rely on a backup option, Ben Lundt. That said, if Burki is out, expect Lundt to get the start Saturday.
Forced off in US Open Cup
Burki (undisclosed) was forced off in the 25th minute of the US Open Cup match against Houston after going down with an injury, according to manager Yoann Damet, per Grace Ybarra of KMOV.
Analysis: Burki had been managing some lingering pain in the days leading up to the fixture, with the club believing he could get through the match before the issue forced an early exit. Coach Yoann Damet confirmed the club will evaluate his condition before providing further clarity, leaving his availability for Saturday's clash against Austin FC uncertain. No further details have been provided regarding the nature or severity of the injury at this stage. Ben Lundt replaced him during the match and is expected to start in his place if he is unavailable.
Four saves in draw
Burki registered four saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against D.C. United.
Analysis: Burki came up with four saves in Saturday's 1-1 road draw at D.C. United, standing tall early to keep St. Louis alive before Christopher Durkin finally broke through in the 50th minute to put the hosts in front, though Peglow delivered a dramatic 90th minute equalizer to steal a point late. He also had to navigate Conrad Wallem's 92nd minute red card, which made an already tense stoppage-time push even tougher, ending the night with four saves on five shots on target faced. Burki now sits on 40 saves and one clean sheet through 13 MLS starts and will aim to carry this momentum into Saturday's matchup against Austin, their final game before the World Cup break.
Three saves in win
Burki had three saves and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 2-1 win versus Los Angeles Football Club.
Analysis: Burki came up with three saves in Wednesday's 2-1 home win over LAFC, headlined by a game-saving stop in the 81st minute when he went full extension to his right to deny Aaron Long's deflected effort from point-blank range, preserving St. Louis' lead and ultimately locking up the result as LAFC threw numbers forward late. He did get beaten in the 73rd minute by David Martinez's lob after coming off his line, though the read was justified given the pace on Nkosi Tafari's through ball. Burki now sits on 36 saves with one clean sheet across 12 MLS appearances and will look to carry that momentum into Saturday's matchup against D.C. United.
Registers clean sheet
Burki had two saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Colorado Rapids.
Analysis: Burki recorded two saves and a clearance, securing his first clean sheet of the campaign. He has now tallied 11 saves and two clearances in the last four games, despite conceding nine times during that span. Next, he faces Los Angeles Football Club, who have scored three times in their last three games.
Gives up two goals
Burki made four saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Austin FC.
Analysis: Burki did his part and made four saves but conceded the game's only goals as well on Sunday. He will likely face another barrage on Saturday against the Colorado Rapids, who have scored 22 goals in 11 MLS games.
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