Olger Escobar
CFM
Center Midfielder
Right Winger
Creative Playmaker
Sep 11, 2006 (20)
Left
5'8"
150 lb
Back with club
Escobar (international duty) is back in contention for upcoming MLS games.
Analysis: Escobar had played a backup role before being called up by Guatemala over the international break. During that period, he built momentum by delivering three assists in four games, making it clear that the lack of regular activity hasn't affected his creative value. He'll look to appear as a substitute in either Fabian Herbers' or Matthew Longstaff's place ahead of the final stages of the season.
Heading out with NT
Escobar has been called up by Guatemala for the four matches during the September-October international break and will therefore miss Saturday's clash against Cincinnati.
Analysis: Escobar has been only mainly a bench option for Montreal this season, contributing six chances created, five tackles and five interceptions in 19 MLS appearances (four starts). He will miss Saturday's match against Cincinnati due to the call up but should return in time to face Toronto on October 10.
Returns to bench
Escobar (undisclosed) was on the bench for Saturday's 2-0 loss against Chicago, confirming his return to fitness after being forced off during Wednesday's draw against Portland Timbers, the club posted.
Analysis: Escobar had raised some concern after picking up the knock in the midweek clash, but his inclusion in the matchday squad is a clean bill of health heading into upcoming fixtures. The midfielder should push to regain his starting role as CF Montreal head into the last week before the World Cup break.
Leaves with injury in draw
Escobar was forced off with an undisclosed issue during Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Portland Timbers.
Analysis: Escobar played 35 minutes before picking up a knock in the midweek clash. It was the midfielder's third start in the last four games across all competitions, although he had made a limited impact prior to the injury. Samuel Piette served as his substitute Wednesday and should be the main option to fill in if Escobar faces a considerable recovery period.
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