Emil Forsberg
NYR
Center Midfielder
Attacking Midfielder
Box-to-Box
Oct 23, 1991 (35)
Right
5'10"
168 lb
Nets as substitute
Forsberg scored a goal with his lone shot during Saturday's 2-0 win over Miami.
Analysis: Forsberg entered the match in the 85th minute and scored New York's second goal in the 91st minute. The goal was the first since August 15th for Forsberg as he's combined for four shots, eight chances created and 12 crosses over his last three appearances, all of which have come from the bench.
Credited with assist in loss
Forsberg assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), six crosses (six accurate) and six corners in Wednesday's 2-1 loss to D.C. United.
Analysis: Forsberg showed how creative he can be in tight spaces with the assist he delivered to Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, as his clever touch from the edge of the box proved the difference-maker that set up the goal. Forsberg snapped a long drought, as this was the first time he recorded a goal or an assist since Aug. 15.
Creates two chances
Forsberg took two off target shots, crossed five times (two accurate) and created two chances during Wednesday's 3-0 loss to St. Louis.
Analysis: Forsberg was the main creator for the Red Bulls on Wednesday leading the team in crosses and chances created. The midfielder has combined for four shots, three chances created and 12 crosses over his last three appearances with Wednesday's match being his first since September 10th.
Stonewalled from point blank
Forsberg took one shot on goal, sent in three crosses, took two corners, and drew one foul in 61 minutes of action in Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Nashville SC.
Analysis: Forsberg was stonewalled from point blank range by Nashville goalkeeper Brian Schwake on his only opportunity of the evening. He's been in good form with two goals and two assists over his last five contests, and will look to contribute to the attack in Saturday's home clash with the Chicago Fire.
Nets early goal
Forsberg scored a goal while taking three shots (two on goal) and crossing once inaccurately during Saturday's 2-1 loss to Atlanta.
Analysis: Forsberg opened the scoring after six minutes while leading New York in shots during the defeat. The midfielder has goals in back-to-back matches while combining for 10 shots, two chances created and seven crosses over his last three starts.
Taps in from close range
Forsberg scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing four times (one accurate), creating a chance and making two tackles (winning one) during Saturday's 3-2 win over Orlando.
Analysis: Forsberg scored the Red Bull's second goal in the 43rd minute while leading his side in crosses and tackles as of his substitution in the 85th minute. The goal was the first since April for Forsberg as he's combined for two goal involvements, seven shots, six chances created and 11 crosses in his three matches since MLS resumed following the World Cup.
Assists in return to action
Forsberg had an assist while taking an off target shot, crossing five times (one accurate) and creating four chances during Wednesday's 3-1 loss to Philadelphia.
Analysis: Forsberg set up Cade Cowell in the 38th minute while leading New York in crosses and chances created. The assist was the first since May for Forsberg as he's combined for four shots, six chances created and eight crosses over his last three appearances.
Returns after hip injury
Forsberg (hip) missed the last game with an injury but used the World Cup break to recover and is set to start against Philadelphia Union, according to South Ward Central.
Analysis: Forsberg's hip injury cost him the last match, but the extended World Cup break gave him close to six weeks to recover, which he described as effectively a second preseason. He's now set to start against Philadelphia Union, a notable return given he's started all but one of his 14 MLS appearances this season, contributing one goal and five assists in that time.
Concern with injury
Forsberg is questionable moving forward with a hip injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.
Analysis: Forsberg is a new addition to the Red Bulls' report this matchday with a hip issue that has him uncertain for Saturday, and this is one of the more significant questionable designations on the entire Matchday 15 report, given his importance to New York's creative output. He's been a key playmaker for the Red Bulls and a genuine asset when healthy and starting. If he were to miss out, Gustav Berggren could be a possible replacement.
Assists opener Saturday
Forsberg assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 win over Chicago Fire.
Analysis: Forsberg set up the opening goal of Saturday's match, a Jorge Ruvalcaba strike in the 45th minute. It marked his third assist of the season, two of which have come in his last four matches. He also recorded one interception and one clearance before he was subbed off in the 60th minute for Gustav Berggren.
Quiet outing in loss
Forsberg registered two crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to FC Dallas.
Analysis: Forsberg made a very limited impact with only a pair of set-piece crosses before being replaced by Nehuen Benedetti in the 66th minute of Saturday's match. Despite scoring one goal and two assists, the Swede has struggled to reach his best level over the first 11 league games of the season. He'll look to improve on his averages of 2.0 shots and 3.0 crosses per contest if he continues to take a few corner kicks while featuring in a central midfield spot.
Two shots on goal
Forsberg recorded three shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-0 loss against FC Cincinnati.
Analysis: Forsberg entered the fray Saturday for the final 28 minutes and matched a team-high with two shots on goal in New York Red Bulls' 2-0 road defeat to Cincinnati. Albeit in a substitute capacity, the attacker's two shot attempts also marked a season-high. Over his last five appearances (four starts), Forsberg has created 10 chances from nine shots (four on goal), nine crosses (one accurate) and eight corners.
Sets up one of four goals
Forsberg had an assist while taking two shots (one on goal), crossing three times inaccurately and creating three chances during Wednesday's 4-4 draw with DC United.
Analysis: Forsberg set up Jorge Ruvalcaba in the 52nd minute assisting New York's third goal. The assist was the first goal involvement since April 4th for Forsberg as he's combined for three shots, eight chances created and seven crosses over his last three appearances.
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