Julián Bazán
NYR
Center Back
Ball-Playing Center Back
Nov 25, 2005 (20)
Right
6'0"
172 lb
Suspended for Wednesday
Bazan recorded two tackles (one won), six clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-0 win over Inter Miami CF. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 80th minute and is set for a one match suspension.
Analysis: Bazan will serve his first suspension of the season after picking up his fifth yellow card. He has been a mainstay in the Red Bulls' lineup, starting each of the last 15 matches and recording 79 clearances, 33 tackles and 13 blocks while helping the team keep four clean sheets during that span. His absence will likely open the door for Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty to feature in the starting XI during Wednesday's trip to New England.
Shines defensively despite defeat
Bazan registered one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Toronto FC.
Analysis: Bazan put together a strong defensive display despite Red Bull New York's 2-0 loss to Toronto on Saturday. The center back won all four of his tackles and added three interceptions and four clearances in a game where New York trailed from the third minute after a Justin Che own goal. The Colombian was also involved going forward with a shot from distance and two chances created. He has been a fixture in the New York back line, and while the team has struggled for clean sheets, his output has stayed impressive with 12 tackles, 12 interceptions, 21 clearances and four blocks over the last five games.
Attemps five tackles
Bazan generated five tackles (zero won), three clearances and one interception in Friday's 1-0 victory versus New York City FC.
Analysis: Bazan turned in a strong defensive performance Friday, recording five tackles, three clearances and two blocks while helping RBNY keep a clean sheet against NYCFC. He has settled into a regular starting role, starting each of the club's last 10 matches. During that span, the defender has totaled 55 clearances and 24 tackles while contributing to three clean sheets, a solid output during his first MLS campaign.
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