Noel Caliskan
RSL
Center Midfielder
Deep-Lying Playmaker
Aug 29, 2000 (26)
5'11"
146 lb
Provides two assists in win
Caliskan assisted twice to go with zero corners and three chances created in Saturday's 3-1 win over Sporting Kansas City.
Analysis: Caliskan played a decisive role in Real Salt Lake's victory, providing two assists and creating three chances from central midfield. The midfielder set up Morgan Guilavogui's opening goal in the 11th minute before combining with him again for RSL's third goal in the 61st minute. Caliskan has now accumulated one goal, six assists and 38 chances created across 30 MLS appearances this season, alongside 41 tackles and 42 interceptions. His ability to contribute both defensively and creatively has made him an important presence in RSL's midfield, with Saturday's performance further demonstrating his influence in the attacking third.
Assists with lone chance created
Caliskan had an assist with his lone chance created while making three interceptions during Saturday's 3-0 win over New England.
Analysis: Caliskan set up Sergi Solans in the 62nd minute while leading RSL in interceptions. The assist was the first goal involvement since September 6th for the midfielder as he's combined for a shot, four chances created and 10 interceptions over his last three appearances.
Scores equalizer against LAFC
Caliskan scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Los Angeles Football Club.
Analysis: Caliskan scored RSL's decisive equalizer in the 75th minute, pouncing on Hugo Lloris' diving parry from his own first effort to slot home from close range and tie the match at 2-2 with 15 minutes remaining. He registered four shots including two on goal across the full 90 minutes as RSL's most persistent midfield attacking threat in the second half. Caliskan now has one goal and three assists in 22 MLS appearances this season.
Inks contract extension
Caliskan has extended his contract with Real Salt Lake until the 2028/29 season with an option for 2029/30, the club announced Thursday.
Analysis: Caliskan will likely retain a significant role for the remainder of the season after securing a new deal, with the midfielder playing all possible minutes in the first nine weeks of the current campaign. During that period, he has delivered two assists while racking up seven shots (one on target), nine chances created, 25 clearances and 11 tackles.
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