CESAR ARAUJO NEWS

Orlando City double up Toronto FC for first '25 win Cesar Araujo and Alex Freeman scored first-half goals, leading Orlando City to a 4-2 victory over the visiting Toronto FC on Saturday night....

MARCH 2 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Orlando City double up Toronto FC for first '25 win Cesar Araujo and Alex Freeman scored first-half goals, leading Orlando City to a 4-2 victory over the visiting Toronto FC on Saturday night....

MARCH 2 • SACBEE.COM

César Araújo, Alex Freeman help Orlando City beat Toronto 4-2

César Araújo had a goal and an assist, Alex Freeman scored his first MLS goal and Orlando City beat Toronto FC 3-1

MARCH 2 • Associated Press

Contributes defensively Araujo made three interceptions and two tackles (winning one) during Saturday's 3-1 win over Cincinnati.

Impact Araujo contributed defensively in midfield leading Orlando with three interceptions in the match. The midfielder has combined for three shots, five tackles and five interceptions over his last three matches with his last goal involvement coming in July.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes one-game ban Araujo completed his one-game suspension and is eligible to face Dallas on Saturday.

Impact Araujo missed the thrilling 4-3 loss at Columbus, and his return to midfield will be much welcomed by Orlando. The Uruguayan has been a regular starter in his DMC role, and he should return to the side for another complicated trip, this time to take on Dallas.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Araujo had one shot (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 2-0 victory versus Charlotte FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 83rd minute.

Impact Araujo will miss Saturday's trip to Columbus after picking up another ban due to yellow card accumulation. This will also end his streak of matches started, having appeared in the starting XI the last 11 games in a row, recording a goal and an assist with 23 tackles and 11 clearances in that span. Both Nicolas Lodeiro and Felipe Martins are the set options to start in the defensive midfield for Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Wins seven duels against Nashville Araujo generated one tackle (one won) and two clearances in Saturday's 3-0 win versus Nashville SC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 83rd minute.

Impact Araujo contributed to his team's possession from his usual role, but he also drew five fouls and created a big chance during the win. He has started each of the last nine MLS games, most of them as part of a defensive midfield partnership alongside Wilder Cartagena. While that may remain the case in upcoming contests, Araujo is reliable mainly for pass accuracy and duels won.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Orlando with four tackles Araujo made two interceptions and four tackles (winning two) during Saturday's 1-0 loss to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Araujo contributed in his usual way by making defensive actions in midfield including leading Orlando with four tackles. Araujo has yet to have a goal involvement this season, but has made eight tackles, four interceptions and four clearances over his last three appearances.

JUNE 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Anchors midfield in draw Cesar Araujo registered four tackles (four won), four clearances and one interception in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Chicago Fire.

Impact Araujo commanded the Orlando midfield Wednesday during their 1-1 draw with Chicago. In addition to the aforementioned defensive production, Araujo also contributed a block. Araujo has made 12 appearances (11 starts) in 2024, missing three matches due to either injury or suspension. Araujo has made 74 starts for Orlando since his arrival in 2022 and appears to be one of the first names on the team sheet in 2024.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Completes suspension Araujo completed his one-game suspension and will be available to face Columbus on Saturday.

Impact Araujo was forced to sit out the match against San Jose due to his yellow-card accumulation, but he will be eligible to return to the starting lineup against Columbus on Saturday. Given Araujo has started in all but one of the matches he's been available for, with the lone exception being his return from a minor injury in late March, the Uruguayan should be back in his regular role in central midfield to face the reigning MLS champions.

MAY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Handed suspension Araujo registered two tackles (two won) and one interception in Wednesday's 0-0 draw against Inter Miami CF. In addition, he was given his fifth yellow card of the season in the 72...

Impact Araujo will miss his third match of the season, having starting six of the last seven matches played. In that span, the midfielder had recorded 14 tackles with five interceptions in that span. His absence means that Wilder Cartagena will likely move up to center midfield, with Rodrigo Schlegel an option to start at center back, alongside David Brekalo.

MAY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot in return Cesar Araujo generated one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus New York Red Bulls.

Impact Araujo was back in the squad after missing two games with an ankle issue, and subbed on in the 83rd minute. The midfielder took at least one shot in all of his four appearances so far. He was starter before the injury, and will now look to reclaim his spot.

APRIL 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On the bench Araujo (ankle) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with RBNY.

Impact Araujo got back in full team training earlier in the week and he's now back on the bench for Saturday's match. The midfielder should be back in the starting XI once he's up to speed, but he is likely going to be given a bench cameo or two to make sure his ankle can handle match action.

MARCH 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training with team Araujo (ankle) was spotted in training Thursday, Mike Gramajo of NBC Sports reports.

Impact It's unclear whether Araujo will be available to face the Red Bulls on Saturday, as he will probably need to ramp up from a physical perspective, but the fact that he's back in training is a good sign for him. If he can't play Saturday, then the central midfielder should be available to face DC United on April 13 following the bye week.

MARCH 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured Araujo was subbed off due to injury in the 40th minute in Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus Minnesota United, confirmed Orlando City writer Austin David.

Impact Araujo came off with an undisclosed injury before halftime during Saturday's loss. He's started the first three matches of the season, recording seven tackles and three interceptions.

MARCH 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in heavy defeat Araujo had two shots off target in Satirday's 5-0 loss to Inter Miami.

Impact Araujo ranked joint first for efforts at goal among his teammates, though he was unable to test the keeper. The central-midfielder is not known for his attacking play and he was unable to help his team retain possession in the middle of the park, allowing the opponents eight goal-scoring opportunities.

MARCH 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist against Nashville Araujo made an assist, had three off-target shots, created three chances, drew three fouls and was shown a yellow card during Monday's 1-0 win over Nashville.

Impact Araujo can be productive on either end depending on the matchup and this time his focus was providing additional offense to an Orlando side that dominated most of the contest. The midfielder created more chances than he did in any regular season game and one of them became an assist for Wilder Cartagena's game-winner in the 41st minute. This was the fourth assist of the year for the midfielder, who will need to be at his best on the defensive end during Game 2 of the series.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist against Nashville Araujo made an assist, had three off-target shots, created three chances, drew three fouls and was shown a yellow card during Monday's 1-0 win over Nashville.

Impact Araujo can be productive on either end depending on the matchup and this time his focus was providing additional offense to an Orlando side that dominated most of the contest. The midfielder created more chances than he did in any regular season game and one of them became an assist for Wilder Cartagena's game-winner in the 41st minute. This was the fourth assist of the year for the midfielder, who will need to be at his best on the defensive end during Game 2 of the series.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up yellow card at Cincinnati Cesar Araujo registered one shot (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus FC Cincinnati. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 55th...

Impact Cesar Araujo had a quiet outing and could not do much during Orlando's important road win. The midfielder did receive his seventh yellow card of the season, though. He's been a regular starter so far, with one goal and three assists to his name.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes assists Cesar Araujo assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Monday's 3-1 victory over Chicago Fire.

Impact Cesar Araujo assisted for his second in the last four matches. He's been able to keep a regular starting role in the defensive midfield for the second season in a row, recording a goal and three assists in 23 appearances thus far.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three tackles Araujo crossed twice inaccurately, created a chance and made three tackles (winning all three) during Saturday's 4-0 loss to Real Salt Lake.

Impact Araujo was held off the scoresheet, but led Orlando with his three tackles in the match. The midfielder has two goal involvements in his last eight appearances with his fantasy appeal being limited so far this season.

JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in 4-0 romp Araujo scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and two chances created in Tuesday's 4-0 victory over Toronto FC.

Impact Araujo is back on the score sheet with his first major contributions in seven matches since mid-May. The holding midfielder though is mostly producing defensive peripheral stats and doesn't get too many looks going forward.

JULY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available after suspension Araujo will be eligible to feature in Tuesday's clash against Toronto FC after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Araujo missed Saturday's win over the Fire while he was suspended for yellow card accumulation, but he should return straight back into the XI in defensive midfield to face Toronto in midweek.

JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Chicago Araujo will miss next weekend's clash against the Fire with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Araujo picked up his fifth booking of the season in Saturday's draw against Seattle, meaning he will be suspended for next weekend's match. He's started 17 of Orlando's 19 league matches this season in defensive midfield, but Mauricio Pereyra, Felipe Martins or Dagur Dan Thorhallsson should replace him in the XI to face Chicago.

JUNE 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training with team Araujo is back in full training with Orlando City after picking up a knock in last weekend's 3-0 victory against the Red Bulls, according to team reporter Mike Gramajo on Tuesday.

Impact Araujo made a block, a clearance and recorded a secondary assist last weekend before coming off with a minor injury just before the hour mark, but he's expected to be good to go for Saturday's clash against the Rapids as he didn't miss any training with his teammates. Araujo has started 12 consecutive league games in defensive midfield for Orlando dating back to mid-March.

JUNE 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE