Matthew Edwards
ATL
RB (LB)
Balanced Full Back
Feb 17, 2003 (23)
5'10"
174 lb
Atlanta UnitedStarts Saturday
Edwards recorded one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 defeat to Charlotte FC.
Analysis: Edwards was back in the starting XI for Atlanta after dropping out in the past two games, playing 64 minutes in the loss. He would record a shot, an interception, three tackles won, and four clearances, a decent showing. He has now started in seven of his 14 appearances this season, remaining more of a rotational option for the club.
In starting XI Saturday
Edwards (hamstring) is in the starting lineup to face New England Revolution on Saturday.
Analysis: Edwards recovered from his muscle problem in time to play a role in the weekend's clash. He'll consequently be expected to operate as a right-back, where he has made three starts this season, producing mostly through passes and defensive numbers. His inclusion will fill the void left by Tomas Jacob's suspension, but both players could be involved in a rotation after Saturday's game.
Considered day to day
Edwards is considered day to day with the hamstring issue that forced him off in Friday's loss to Nashville, according to SoccerwithDoug.
Analysis: Edwards was forced off in the 62nd minute after contributing one chance created, two interceptions and one clearance before going down. His status offers some reassurance after the injury added to a pattern of physical issues that have cropped up for the club recently. The severity will continue to be monitored in the coming days. Edwards' availability for Wednesday's match against Charlotte remains uncertain, though the day to day designation suggests he could be in contention.
Forced off with hamstring issue
Edwards was forced off due to a hamstring issue in the 62nd minute of Friday's 1-0 loss to Nashville, according to ScarvesNSpikes.
Analysis: Edwards' injury adds to a pattern of physical issues cropping up for the club, and the severity of the hamstring problem will need to be monitored in the coming days. He contributed one chance created, two interceptions and one clearance before going off. His status for Wednesday's clash against Charlotte remains uncertain until the club provides further clarity on the issue.
Assist from bench
Edwards assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Orlando City SC.
Analysis: Edwards would come on with 22 minutes to play and make a major impact Saturday, as he would find Ajani Fortune in the 86th minute for a goal and a point for his club. This does mark his first goal contribution of the season, coming on one shot and four chances created. He continues to see limited time this season, only starting in two of his seven appearances, while earning 250 minutes of play.
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