Indiana Vassilev
PHI
LW (RW)
Half-Space Orchestrator
Feb 16, 2001 (25)
Left
5'9"
159 lb
Provides first assist of season
Vassilev assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 victory against New York Red Bulls.
Analysis: Vassilev helped create Philadelphia's opener, returning the ball into the area for Milan Iloski to finish in the 21st minute. He also attempted two shots, putting one on target, before being replaced after 64 minutes. Vassilev has now contributed three goals and one assist across 21 MLS appearances this season, and his ability to operate between midfield and attacking areas continues to provide Philadelphia with another route to goal.
Scores the opener
Vassilev scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Inter Miami CF.
Analysis: Vassilev ended a three game scoreless run by netting his third goal of the campaign. He added another shot and one tackle, while also setting a new high for himself with two interceptions.
Strikes against New York
Vassilev scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal) and creating a chance during Wednesday's 3-1 win over New York Red Bulls.
Analysis: Vassilev found the back of the net in the 57th minute scoring Philadelphia's second goal. The goal was the first since March for the attacker as he's combined for three shots, two chances created and a cross over his last three appearances.
Recovers from head injury
Vassilev (head) has recovered from the injury he suffered in training that left him missing the match against Inter Miami, having featured recently in a friendly during the World Cup break, and is set to start against New York Red Bulls.
Analysis: Vassilev has fully recovered from the head injury that forced him to miss the Inter Miami match, using the World Cup break to get minutes across multiple friendlies, including one against New England Revolution. Across 14 games this season, he's started 12, contributing 11 shots, 11 chances created, and one goal, making his return a notable boost for the club.
Uncertain to play Sunday
Vassilev suffered a head injury in training this week and is uncertain to be available for Sunday's game against Inter Miami, according to Philadelphia Union reporter Joe Tansey.
Analysis: Vassilev has started in all but two matches this season and has yet to miss time, but that could happen just before the World Cup break after the injury. Vassilev has just one goal this season while adding 11 chances created and 34 crosses in 14 games so far.
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