JAMES SANDS NEWS

Loan stay extended Sands (ankle) has had his loan to St. Pauli from NYCFC extended, accoridng to his parent club.

Impact Sands is going to remain in Germany for the next year after joining the club in January on loan, as St. Pauli has remained in the Bundesliga, triggering a clause that keeps the player on loan with the club until June 30, 2026. This is good news for the player, as he did see a starting role before an ankle injury ended his season, starting in five of his seven appearances. That said, he will look to continue in a starting role next season once he recovers from his injury.

MAY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Starting to run Sands (ankle) is starting to run again, accoridng to manager Alexandre Blessin. "James is running again. The recovery process is going very well."

Impact Sands is seeing a solid update Friday, but is still far from a return, as he has only just started to run. That said, he will still remain out for the season, just hoping he can be fit for the next season and hopefully remain in the Bundesliga for another season, that is, if St. Pauli can avoid relegation.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes ankle surgery Sands (ankle) has undergone surgery to repair a fractured fibula and torn medial collateral ligament. He suffered the injury late in FC St. Pauli's match against SC Freiburg and ha...

Impact Sands is set for an extended absence after undergoing surgery for a fractured fibula and torn medial collateral ligament. He has started his recovery process but remains sidelined indefinitely.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

USMNT's James Sands out indefinitely with 'complex' ankle injury New York City FC and U.S.Men’s National Team midfielder James Sands underwent surgery to repair a significant injury to his right ankle and...

FEBRUARY 16 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

US midfielder James Sands suffers serious ankle injury, broken calf bone playing for St. Pauli

United States defensive midfielder James Sands faces a lengthy layoff with a serious right ankle injury and broken calf bone sustained while playing for St. Pauli

FEBRUARY 16

US midfielder James Sands hopes St. Pauli move can help him earn a World Cup ticket

United States defensive midfielder James Sands is hoping a mid-season switch to Bundesliga side St. Pauli can help him earn a ticket to the World Cup next year

FEBRUARY 14

USMNT transfer recap: 6 World Cup hopefuls who switched clubs this winter

The winter transfer window slammed shut across Europe on Monday, but not before two more U.S men's national team players hoping to crack the...

FEBRUARY 4

Plays entire 90 minutes Sands generated one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 3-0 victory over Union Berlin.

Impact Sands completed his first 90 minutes in the Bundesliga since joining from New York City FC on loan, starting in his second game in a row. He will look to continue to stay in favor to play, already collecting 182 minutes of play over four games for St. Pauli.

JANUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Joins St. Pauli on loan Sands has joined St. Pauli on loan until the end of the season, the club announced.

Impact Sands logged over 2,900 minutes in 2024, recording one goal and one assist while setting career highs in tackles and interceptions. After a previous loan stint with Rangers during the 2021-22 season, he is set for a second European experience. Sands joins the Bundesliga's second-best defensive team, aiming to bolster their efforts to remain in the top flight.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

US midfielder James Sands joins German club St. Pauli on loan from New York City FC

United States midfielder James Sands has joined Bundesliga team St. Pauli on a six-month loan from New York City FC

JANUARY 1

New York City FC loan James Sands to FC St. Pauli | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Loan New York City FC have loaned homegrown midfielder James Sands to German Bundesliga side FC St. Pauli, the club...

JANUARY 1 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Wins two tackles Sands generated one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 loss against CF Montreal.

Impact Sands was able to return for the final regular season match after serving a suspension against Nashville. He's been averaging about 2.8 tackles per 90 minutes, collecting a career high of 81 tackles during his eighth year in MLS.

OCTOBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to return Sands completed his one-game suspension and is eligible to return for the Oct. 19 match against Montreal.

Impact Sands has been part of the XI in every match he's been available for this season, and there's no reason for that to change in the final game of the campaign before the start of the playoffs. Sands had an impressive display in his most recent appearance, recording seven interceptions and six tackles in a 3-2 win over Cincinnati.

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Receives 11th yellow card Sands had six tackles (two won), one clearance and six interceptions in Wednesday's 3-2 victory versus FC Cincinnati. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 41st minute.

Impact Sands had an exceptional match Wednesday, having totaled six tackles with six interceptions in the defensive midfield Wednesday. However, he will serve yet another suspension and will miss the clash with Nashville. Justin Haak will likely return to the starting XI in his absence, having started every single MLS game played during his seventh campaign with NYCFC.

OCTOBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

James Sands stuns Inter Miami with late equalizer | Energy Moment of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com James Sands couldn't have picked a better time for his first MLS goal.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Nets first career goal Sands scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Inter Miami CF.

Impact Sands scored his first ever MLS goal in heroic fashion during the final seconds of Saturday's clash with Inter Miami. He is strictly a defensive player, winning 70 percent of all tackles attempted, while also generating 45 clearances and 35 interceptions.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

NYCFC homegrown James Sands stuns Lionel Messi's Miami: "These moments are written" | MLSSoccer.com Game on the line, season under pressure, facing arguably the greatest player of all time. These are the moments James Sands came back to New...

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

WATCH: James Sands! NYC homegrown rescues point vs. Messi, Miami | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Sands scores late goal to lift NYFC to 1-1 draw with Messi, Miami

James Sands scored late in stoppage time and New York FC salvaged a 1-1 draw with Lionel Messi and Inter Miami

SEPTEMBER 21, 2024

Plays all 90 minutes Sands recorded one tackle (zero won) and one clearance in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Orlando City SC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 42nd minute.

Impact Sands was back in action Saturday after missing last match through suspension. He heads into the break starting all 21 games played, totaling an assist with 64 tackles (47 won), 38 clearances and 33 interceptions.

JULY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Sands has completed his one match suspension and is set to be an option for Saturday's trip to Orlando.

Impact Sands continues his consistent work with NYCFC as the team captain, starting all 20 matches played. He's also having one of his best defensive seasons, averaging about 3.1 tackles per game, with 25 in the last eight contests played.

JULY 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for another suspension Sands registered one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Chicago Fire. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 59th minute.

Impact Sands received his eighth yellow card of the season and is set to serve another ban. He had started the last eight matches in a row, assisting once while totaling 25 tackles. 12 interceptions and 19 clearances. With Andres Perea picking up an injury, Justin Haak is set to be the backup option to start in the defensive midfield alongside Keaton Parks for the clash against Atlanta.

JULY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Contributes defensively Sands took an off target shot, made an interception, four tackles and four clearances during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Chicago.

Impact Sands contributed defensively throughout the match leading City in interceptions, tackles and clearances. The midfielder remains on just one goal involvement this season, but is more known for his defensive duties in midfield combining for eight tackles, six interceptions and nine clearances over his last three starts.

JULY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

James Sands sets the example at New York City FC | The Pathway | MLSSoccer.com Unique opportunities have always presented themselves to James Sands.

JUNE 12, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Set for suspension return Sands completed his one-game suspension and is set to return for Friday's game against San Jose.

Impact Sands missed the win over New England but is expected to return against San Jose. The midfielder has been a regular in the XI every time he's been available, so he should return to his spot in the XI for that clash.

MAY 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE