Defensive midfield has been a bit of a problem for D.C. United in 2017. It was widely considered a potential weak point coming into the year, and after two underwhelming games, it appeared that Marcelo Sarvas might be rotated out for Rob Vincent. Vincent then got hurt during training before that could happen, and though Marcelo took a half-step forward against Columbus, and then a full step forward against Philadelphia, he’s now suspended for United’s match against NYCFC tomorrow.
That leaves Ben Olsen with some difficult selection issues against New York City FC.