Nectarios Triantis
MIN
CM
Box-to-Box
May 11, 2003 (23)
Right
6'3"
Minnesota UnitedOn bench against San Jose
Triantis (lower body) is on the bench in Saturday's clash against San Jose Earthquakes.
Analysis: Triantis regained fitness after dealing with a moderate issue, with his return to the match squad offering a reliable option to replace either Wil Trapp or Owen Gene at some point. The 23-year-old has been deployed as a central midfielder throughout the season, averaging 32.3 accurate passes, 5.4 balls recovered and 1.8 tackles per game while scoring one goal and an assist over 15 MLS appearances.
Out with lower extremity issue
Triantis is sidelined ahead of the midweek clash with Sporting Kansas City due to an injured lower extremity.
Analysis: The full extent of Triantis' issue is still unknown, making him a big doubt after the game against SKC, which marks his first absence of the season. He has been operating as a midfielder, scoring and assisting once throughout the 2026 MLS campaign. Given his current role, Wil Trapp may be a strong option to fill in.
Assists winner Saturday
Triantis assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Columbus Crew.
Analysis: Triantis assisted the match-winning goal Saturday as his cross connected with Anthony Markanich's head in the 74th minute to take the 3-2 lead. It was the only chance he created in the match, but it was enough to secure the win and record his first assist of the season. He was subbed off immediately after that goal, replaced by Wil Trapp in the 75th minute.
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