Anthony Markanich Jr.
MIN
Left Wingback
Left Back
Balanced Full Back
Dec 26, 1999 (26)
6'1"
Starting vs. St. Louis City SC
Markanich (concussion) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's match against St. Louis City SC.
Analysis: Markanich was not on the injury report after sustaining a concussion earlier this month, but he's back in the XI after missing Wednesday's contest against the Rapids. He has eight goals and two assists in 29 appearances (28 starts) this season while also contributing defensively, so his return will be huge for the Loons.
Off injury report
Markanich (concussion) is not listed on the MLS player status report ahead of Saturday's game against St. Louis City.
Analysis: Markanich missed Wednesday's 2-2 draw at Colorado while in concussion protocol, but his removal from the injury report suggests he has cleared the return to play steps in time for the weekend. The defender has been one of Minnesota's most dangerous players this season with eight goals and two assists and he should be in line to slot back into the lineup on the left side for the trip to his former club St. Louis City, a welcome boost for the team.
Ruled out Wednesday
Markanich (concussion) will miss Wednesday's clash with Colorado, per Andy Greder.
Analysis: Markanich won't be an option for Wednesday's clash as he remains in concussion protocols. That's certainly less than ideal for the defender who has been absolutely unstoppable in recent months. Markanich could be back as soon as Saturday, if he can clear protocols quickly.
Nets Loons lone goal
Markanich scored one goal to go with five shots (one on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Seattle Sounders FC.
Analysis: Markanich was the only player to score for Minnesota on Saturday, as the wing-back found the back of the net in the 57th minute. This gives him his eighth goal on the season, with four coming in his past eight appearances. He is up to 10 goal contributions on the season, a solid tally for a player who sees a lot of time in the defense.
Blocks two shots
Markanich took an off target shot, crossed once inaccurately and blocked two shots during Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Dallas.
Analysis: Markanich was held off the scoresheet while blocking a team-high two shots from his left wing-back role. The match broke a streak of four games in a row with a goal involvement as Markanich has combined for two goals, seven shots and five crosses over his last three starts.
Nets rare goal
Markanich scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 5-4 defeat to Portland Timbers.
Analysis: Markanich isn't a big goalscoring threat, but he did well during Saturday's loss, adding a goal. He wasn't as good in the backline, because he struggled in a big way to slow down the Portland attack. Portland scored five goals and Markanich and co. just couldn't handle that sort of offensive firepower.
Scores against Orlando
Markanich scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Orlando City SC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 32nd minute.
Analysis: August has arguably been Markanich's best month, as he finished the month with five appearances and logged either a goal or an assist in three of the games. All three came in back-to-back games, and his latest contribution gives him six goals this season.
Back-to-back goal contribution
Markanich assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 5-1 win over San Jose Earthquakes.
Analysis: Markanich continued his strong recent form, recording an assist for a second straight goal contribution after scoring in midweek. It was the left wing back's second assist of the season, his highest single season tally with Minnesota, adding to a strong attacking campaign that already includes five goals. Across his last three games, he has accumulated nine shots and four chances created, while also contributing five tackles and four clearances defensively.
Finds back of net
Markanich scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 2-1 loss versus Atlanta United.
Analysis: Markanich would bag his first goal in a while Wednesday, scoring in the loss for the first time since May 10. This is his fifth goal of the season, adding an assist as well in 20 appearances. He will look to get back on the goal contribution train again after one against Atlanta, as he does see a decent amount of shots for a defender.
Scores header in draw
Markanich scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Austin FC.
Analysis: Markanich's second half header Sunday opened the scoring for Minnesota as they played to a 2-2 home draw versus Austin. In addition to his goal contribution, the versatile defender added three tackles (two won) and two clearances to the defensive effort across his 90 minute shift. Over his last five appearances (five starts), Markanich has scored three times and assisted once from nine shots (five on goal) and five crosses (two accurate).
Goal and assist Saturday
Markanich scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 win against Columbus Crew.
Analysis: Markanich recorded a pair of goal contributions Saturday as he assisted Kelvin Yeboah's goal in the 59th minute and then scored the match-winning goal in the 74th minute off a Nectarios Triantis assist. He now has four goal contributions on the season, all of which have come in his last three matches. He played well on the defensive end too, recording three tackles, three clearances and one interception in his full 90 minutes of action.
Claims all three points
Markanich scored a goal while taking two shots (two on goal), crossing once accurately and creating two chances during Wednesday's 1-0 win over Dallas.
Analysis: Markanich scored the lone goal of the match in the 31st minute to claim all three points for Minnesota. The goal was the first since April 5th for the defender as he's combined for five shots, six chances created and seven clearances over his last three appearances.
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