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Signs new deal with Seattle Roldan signed a new contract with the Sounders until the end of the 2026 MLS season, the club announced Friday. The deal also includes an option for 2027. "We are pleased to sign A...

Impact Roldan has been a regular starter for the Sounders in the last few years while fielding multiple positions, and it seems that's not going to change in 2024 and beyond. He has recorded at least 25 starts in each of his last three seasons, a span in which he's accounted for three goals and nine assists as well. He played mostly as a right-back in 2023, and he figures to have that same role in the upcoming campaign.

DECEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses in playoff loss Roldan registered one shot (one on goal), six crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Roldan recorded six crosses for the fifth time this season Sunday and created two chances, but it was not enough to avoid elimination from the playoffs. He had another productive season for the Sounders, contributing one goal, two assists, 10 clean sheets and five yellow cards in 32 appearances (31 starts).

NOVEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers first strike of the season Roldan scored from his only shot-on-target and placed one cross (not accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw with FC Dallas.

Impact Roldan scored his first of the season on Saturday. From a fine Reed Baker-Whiting cross, the El Salvadorian defender fired an accurate strike into the back of the net. From 23 appearances (22 starts) he has also delivered two assists and five clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Roldan's second-half goal helps Sounders earn 1-1 draw with Dallas

Alex Roldan scored in the second half to rally the Seattle Sounders to a 1-1 draw with FC Dallas

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 • Associated Press

Creates two chances in return Roldan made two clearances and created two chances in Saturday's 3-2 victory against the Whitecaps.

Impact Roldan slotted straight back into Seattle's XI at right-back upon his return from the Gold Cup, and he was solid on both sides of the ball as his side came from behind and defeated Vancouver.

JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back with club team Roldan (not injury related) has returned to training in Seattle ahead of Saturday's clash against the Whitecaps.

Impact Roldan has missed the Sounders' last three games while competing with El Salvador at the Gold Cup, but his country was eliminated at the Group Stage and he's now returned to his club team. Roldan could be available for selection as early as this weekend against Vancouver, and he should take back the starting right-back position from Cody Baker sooner rather than later.

JULY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for Gold Cup Roldan will miss Seattle's next three league games at least while linking up with the El Salvador national team for the upcoming Gold Cup from June 24-July 16.

Impact Roldan is a fixture at full-back for the Sounders, but he'll be unavailable for the next few weeks for his club team while competing at the Gold Cup with El Salvador. Cody Baker, Kelyn Rowe and Reed Baker-Whiting are all options to replace him in the XI.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returning from suspension Roldan will be eligible to feature in next weekend's clash against Charlotte FC after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Roldan missed Saturday's draw with the Timbers while suspended for yellow card accumulation, but he should be back in the XI at right-back to face Charlotte next weekend.

JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up fifth yellow card Roldan recorded one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and three chances created in Thursday's 1-0 loss against San Jose Earthquakes. In addition, he was given his fi...

Impact Roldan will miss his second match of the season as he will serve a one-match suspension for yellow card accumulation. He's gotten the start the last 11 games, recording 43 crosses (13 accurate) and 21 tackles (15 won) in that span. Reed Baker-Whiting could see his second start this season on Saturday against the Portland Timbers.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Helps Seattle to clean sheet Roldan crossed four times (one accurate), created a chance and made three tackles (winning two) during Saturday's 1-0 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Roldan was a part of the Seattle back four that kept a clean sheet on Saturday. The fullback has helped his club to five clean sheets in 14 appearances while crossing 53 times and creating 18 chances.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in loss Roldan took a shot and created three chances in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Sporting KC. He also made an interception and won five of five tackles in the match.

Impact Roldan slid over to left-back Sunday with Nouhou Tolo (illness) and Kelyn Rowe (knee) both out, and he had a solid game individually despite his side's surprising loss to Kansas City. This was his fourth game of the season with multiple chances created.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances in win Roldan generated one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and four chances created in Sunday's 1-0 win against Minnesota United.

Impact Roldan created a season high four chances in Saturday's win. He also recorded a secondary assist, one off-target shot and four crosses (two accurate) on the attack. Defensively he helped his team keep a clean sheet as well as he contributed one won tackle, two interceptions and two clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Galaxy Roldan (foot) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with LA Galaxy.

Impact Roldan is back in the starting XI on Saturday after dealing with a foot injury. The midfielder trained throughout the week so a return is less than surprising. Roldan has started every match he has been fit for, though he shifts to left-back for Saturday's clash.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training individually Roldan (foot) was doing individual work in training with the Sounders on Wednesday, SB Nation's Jeremiah Oshan reports.

Impact Roldan picked up a foot injury in El Salvador's CONCACAF Nations League defeat against the U.S. on Monday, and his status for Saturday's MLS match versus the Galaxy is uncertain. His older brother Cristian Roldan replaced him at right-back against Sporting KC last weekend, but Leo Chu and Kelyn Rowe could also be options in the position if necessary.

MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up foot injury Roldan was subbed out at halftime during Monday's Nations League match against the United States with a foot injury, according to El Salvador head coach Hugo Perez per Pase Filtrad...

Impact Roldan seems to of picked up an injury to his right foot, forcing him to sub out at halftime against the United States. He will return to Seattle for recovery, leaving him in doubt for Saturday's match against the Galaxy. He has started in four straight matches with 14 crosses (five accurate) and 10 tackles (six won) thus far. If he is not fit before Saturday, then his brother Cristian Roldan will start again at right back with Leo Chu sliding back to the starting midfield.

MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Earns national team call up Roldan has been called up by the El Salvador National Team for upcoming CONCACAF Nations League fixtures on March 22 and 27.

Impact Roldan will miss Saturday's MLS clash against Sporting KC while on international duty. He's started all four of Seattle's matches this season at right-back thus far.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records two assists against RSL Roldan took a shot and assisted two goals in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Real Salt Lake. He also made two clearances, an interception and won four of six tackles in the match.

Impact Roldan set up strikes for Jordan Morris and Heber on Saturday as the Sounders have opened up the campaign with consecutive shut out wins.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Morris, Frei propel Sounders to 2-0 win over Real Salt Lake

Jordan Morris scored his league-leading third goal of the season and Stefan Frei posted his second straight clean sheet to spark the Seattle Sounders to a 2--0 victory over Real Sa...

MARCH 5, 2023 • Associated Press

Al Ahly's late goal ends Seattle debut 1-0 in Club World Cup

Mohamed Afsha has scored on a deflected shot in the 88th minute and sent Al Ahly into the Club World Cup semifinals after beating the Seattle Sounders 1-0

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • Associated Press

Sounders to play Al Ahly in FIFA Club World Cup second round

If the Seattle Sounders win on Saturday, they'll move on to play Real Madrid in the FIFA Club World Cup semifinals.

FEBRUARY 2, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Sounders to play Al Ahly in FIFA Club World Cup second round

Takes shot in season finale Roldan took a shot on target and created a chance in the 2-2 Decision Day draw against San Jose. He also made three clearances, an interception and won two of two tackles in the ma...

Impact Roldan kept scored a goal, recorded four assists and kept five clean sheets across 32 MLS appearances (29 starts) this season as his career revitalization continues. The 26-year-old should remain the Sounders' first choice right-back in 2023.

OCTOBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Returning from national team Roldan is set to return to his club ahead of Sunday's trip to Sporting KC after finishing out the international break during Tuesday's 4-1 loss to Peru.

Impact Roldan missed Tuesday's 1-1 draw with FC Cincinnati after earning another call-up to El Salvador's national side. With three yellow cards in his last four starts but also one assist and 16 tackles made, Roldan presents his risks when in the lineup for the Sounders.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Timbers down Sounders 2-1 to win Cascadia Cup

Sebastian Blanco scored the go-ahead goal early in the second half and the Portland Timbers won the Cascadia Cup with a 2-1 victory over the Seattle Sounders on Friday night

AUGUST 27, 2022 • Associated Press

Seven crosses in loss Roldan delivered seven crosses and created two chances in Wednesday's 2-1 loss against Montreal.

Impact Roldan had a superb performance creating several opportunities for the Seattle offense. His playmaking ability has given him three assists in just 13 starts which already ties his career high in just over half a season. With his success in the midfield, Roldan is likely to become a key playmaker for Seattle's starting XI.

JULY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruidiaz scores 2 goals, Seattle beats Vancouver 4-0

Raul Ruidiaz scored two goals and the Seattle Sounders beat the Vancouver Whitecaps 4-0

JUNE 15, 2022 • Associated Press

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