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Rejoins defensive rotation Chirila is back from international duty and available for FC Cincinnati's MLS clash against Atlanta United on Saturday after being left off the latest injury report.

Impact Chirila missed the trip to Montreal while away with his national team but is now back in contention for defensive minutes. The center-back had started three of Cincinnati's previous five MLS matches before the international break, although Nick Hagglund and Teenage Hadebe remain ahead of him in the pecking order. Chirila should provide additional depth in central defense against Atlanta, with a reserve role more likely unless the coaching staff opts to rotate its back line.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Away on international duty Chirila is unavailable for the upcoming visit to Montreal due to international duty, according to the league.

Impact Chirila had started three of Cincinnati's last five MLS matches but remains behind Nick Hagglund and Teenage Hadebe in the center-back pecking order, so his absence doesn't greatly disrupt the defensive scheme. Chirilia should return to the squad after the international window closes, looking to be an option for the Oct. 10 trip to Atlanta.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on Saturday Chirila assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Charlotte FC.

Impact Chirila set up Kevin Denkey's first goal in the 51st minute. Chirila made 53 passes and also recorded two tackles and a clearance. He has featured in nine games, starting seven times and this was his first assist of the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Denkey scores 2 goals, Bucha adds another for Cincinnati in 3-3 tie with Charlotte

Kevin Denkey scored his second goal of the game in stoppage time for FC Cincinnati in a 3-3 tie with Charlotte FC

SEPTEMBER 13 • Associated Press

Evander's stoppage-time goal helps Cincinnati beat NYCFC 2-1

Evander da Silva Ferreira scored a goal in stoppage time, Kenji Mboma Dem added a goal, and FC Cincinnati beat New York City FC 2-1

AUGUST 20 • Associated Press

On bench to face Orlando Chirila (concussion) is among the substitutes for Saturday's clash with Orlando City.

Impact Chirila has cleared the concussion protocol but may see few minutes in his return while all of Samuel Gidi, Kyle Smith and Matt Miazga start in the back line. The youngster's return gives Cincinnati some depth at center-back, adding an option that generated more than three clearances each of the last four times he logged at least 45 minutes on the pitch.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Chirila (concussion) won't be an option for Saturday's game against San Diego FC, according to Laurel Pfahler of The Queen City Press.

Impact Chirila exited Wednesday's loss to Inter Miami with a concussion, and that's why he won't travel to face San Diego on Saturday. The defender has started in four of his six appearances this season, but Matt Miazga and Gilberto Flores should be capable replacements for him.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Messi has 2 goals and an assist as Inter Miami rallies for 5-3 victory over Cincinnati

Lionel Messi had two goals and an assist, German Berterame had the go-ahead goal in the 84th minute and Inter Miami rallied for a 5-3 victory over Cincinnati, extending its road wi...

MAY 14 • Associated Press

Concussion protocol forces exit Chirila (concussion) came off the bench for 14 minutes in Wednesday's 5-3 loss against Inter Miami before being forced off due to concussion protocols, leaving his availability for...

Impact Chirila will need to clear concussion protocol before being considered for selection against San Diego, with the club monitoring his condition over the coming days before making a final call on his involvement at the weekend. No further details have been provided on the nature of the incident that triggered the protocol, and FC Cincinnati will provide an update on his status ahead of Saturday's fixture.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Five clearances in win Chirila registered one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory against New York Red Bulls.

Impact Chirila's five clearances led the Cincinnati backline Saturday as they recorded a clean sheet in a 2-0 home triumph over Kansas City. For good measure the central defender added one tackle (one won), one interception and one block each across his full 90 minuet shift. Chirila has made 13 clearances and scored once over his first three MLS appearances (two starts).

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Assists Wednesday Chirila scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 4-4 draw against New York City FC.

Impact Chirila made just his ever appearance in MLS Wednesday, playing the entire second half while also recording his first career assist. He will remain. a useful backup option off the bench as he still needs more league experience before being an every game starter.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Evander, Denkey score stoppage-time goals for Cincinnati in 4-4 tie with NYCFC

Evander da Silva Ferreira — known simply as “Evander” — converted from the spot in the fifth minute of stoppage time and Kevin Denkey scored two goals for Cincinnati FC in a 4-4 ti...

APRIL 23 • Associated Press

FC Cincinnati sign homegrown defender Andrei Chirila | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing FC Cincinnati have signed homegrown defender Andrei Chirila, the club announced Thursday. The 17-year-old U...

APRIL 2 • MLSSOCCER.COM