Cristian Roldan - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Scores winner Thursday Roldan scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Thursday's 2-1 win versus Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Roldan scored the match-winning goal Thursday, an unassisted strike in the 90th minute. It marked his fifth goal of the season, two of which have come in his last four matches. He played well on the defensive end too, recording four clearances, two tackles and one interception in his full 90 minutes of action.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Sounders coach Brian Schmetzer earns 150th MLS win with 3-1 victory over Minnesota United

Seattle got goals from Jordan Morris, Hassani Dotson and Paul Arriola to help the Sounders beat Minnesota United 3-1, upping their unbeaten streak to seven and earning coach Brian...

SEPTEMBER 27 • Associated Press

Gets scoring started Roldan scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact Roldan had Seattle's first goal in a big second half for the side but he wasn't involved heavily in the offense otherwise. He has a good chance to add another goal to his tally against Real Salt Lake, a side which has allowed 42 goals in MLS play this season.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Caden Clark scores stoppage-time goal for Sounders in 3-3 tie with Rapids

Caden Clark subbed on in the 83rd minute and scored in the third minute of stoppage time for the Seattle Sounders in a 3-3 tie with the Colorado Rapids

SEPTEMBER 20 • Associated Press

Available off bench Roldan (quadriceps) is on the bench for Saturday's game against the Fire.

Impact As expected, Roldan is on the bench for this clash against the Fire. The talented midfielder, who has been out since the World Cup break with a quad issue suffered during USA camp, should add creativity and a dynamic box-to-box presence in the middle of the park for Seattle if he sees minutes off the bench. When healthy, he should be a regular presence in midfield.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming to return vs Chicago Roldan (quadriceps) is on track to make an appearance vs Chicago on Saturday, according to manager Brian Schmetzer per Qasim Ali of Qasima Sports.

Impact Roldan has been out since the World Cup break with a quad issue suffered during USA camp. The good news is he could return as soon as Saturday, pending his fitness level. He's made only 12 appearances in 2026, starting 10 times and producing three goals and one assist.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss several more weeks Roldan (quadriceps) is expected to remain sidelined for the next three to four weeks, manager Brian Schmetzer told Jackson Felts of 93.3 KJR.

Impact Roldan hasn't played for the Sounders since before the World Cup break, and the veteran midfielder, who didn't see minutes for the USMNT at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, won't return to action in the next few weeks. Given Schmetzer's timeline, Roldan could return to Seattle around late August if he doesn't suffer any other setbacks.

JULY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Still not fit Roldan is out for the time being due to a quad injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.

Impact Roldan had cleared Seattle's injury report before the World Cup break and has now returned post-break with a quad injury, something he suffered in training while serving with the USMNT, leaving him out of their last few games. He's been a midfield stalwart for the Sounders and a useful fantasy contributor when featuring regularly, and this new absence comes at a particularly difficult time, given how many other Seattle players are also unavailable. His absence will then create a major mixup in the middle of the pitch as they try to find another player as confident on the ball as him, with Snyder Brunell the likely option for now.

JULY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Belgium Roldan (strain) remains sidelined for the World Cup round of 16 matchup versus Belgium.

Impact Roldan will miss another game after being involved only in individual training prior to the match. At this rate, the midfielder is far from making his World Cup debut in the 2026 competition, given that he would be a depth option even at full fitness. Still, his absence limits the backup quality behind the main starters Weston McKennie and Tyler Adams.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Still limited to solo training Roldan (strain) is progressing from his injury but was spotted in individual training Friday, according to Doug McIntyre of FOX Sports.

Impact Roldan hasn't played for the USMNT at the 2026 FIFA World Cup and has missed the last two matches due to injury. The Sounders midfielder might be trending in the right direction, but all signs point to him being sidelined for Monday's matchup against Belgium with only three days left before kickoff.

JULY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Roldan (strain) is out for Wednesday's match against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Impact Roldan will have to wait for his spot on the team sheet again, as the midfielder remains out injured for a second straight match. This is unlikely to change much either way, as he was unlikely to see much of the field moving forward, having yet to earn a minute this World Cup.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to sit out Wednesday Roldan (strain) could remain sidelined against Bosnia-Herzegovina, as USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino said "It's going to be difficult" when giving an update on his injury Tuesday,...

Impact Roldan is not yet at 100 percent physically despite returning to limited training in recent days, and his hopes of making his World Cup debut are fading away for the time being, although he may still have a chance to play in future rounds if the United States progress further in the competition. The midfielder has served as a backup asset behind Tyler Adams, Weston McKennie and Sebastian Berhalter, all of whom should remain the primary contenders for starting spots in upcoming rounds.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to modified training Roldan (strain) has returned to partial field work as part of his recovery, combining pitch sessions with gym work ahead of Wednesday's round of 16 clash against Bosnia and Herzego...

Impact Roldan has yet to play a minute at the tournament and his progression to modified training is an encouraging development after missing the previous match entirely. His availability for Wednesday remains day-to-day, though even if cleared his involvement from the bench appears unlikely given his lack of match sharpness throughout the competition.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out of training Roldan (strain) is out of training Sunday ahead of Wednesday's match against Bosnia and Herzegovina, according to Steven Goff of Yahoo Sports.

Impact Roldan is still dealing with a strain after missing the team's last match and has yet to see much progress, as the midfielder has yet to rejoin training. It leaves him as day-to-day, potentially getting back into training and joining the team ahead of Wednesday. Either way, he has yet to play a minute this World Cup and will be unlikely to feature from the bench if fit.

JUNE 28 • ROTOWIRE

Out Thursday Roldan (strain) is out for Thursday's match against Turkiye.

Impact Roldan is not going to make the team sheet Thursday after some issues with a strain, appearing to have failed his late testing. This is a major blow to the midfielder, as this was likely one of his better opportunities to earn time at the 2026 World Cup. That said, much time is unlikely to come his way in the knockouts once fit, possibly leaving the World Cup without playing a minute.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Late call to face Turkiye Roldan (strain) is a late call and set to be "assessed" ahead of Thursday's match against Turkiye, according to manager Mauricio Pochettino, per Peter Rutzler of The Times Sport.

Impact Roldan will need to be tested by the medical team as the USA enters its group stage finale, with the midfielder remaining day-to-day with his strain. This is something to watch with the team likely to rotate, as it could leave them with one less option in the holding part of the midfield. With Tyler Adams on a yellow and unlikely to play, Sebastian Berhalter will likely start as Roldan waits for time on the bench if he is deemed fit, one of the few times Roldan could earn time this tournament.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Day-to-day with muscle strain Roldan is day-to-day due to a muscle strain, according to Laken Litman of Fox Sports.

Impact Roldan looks to be in question for the USA's upcoming group stage finale, as the midfielder has been dealt a muscle strain. He has yet to play a minute this World Cup, but with some rotation expected next match, this could be a decent loss of depth for the team. They will be unlikely to want to risk Tyler Adams on a yellow card, so Roldan could've been set for some minutes in the holding portion of the midfield, potentially leaving Sebastian Berhalter to see more time on the pitch.

JUNE 22 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle built Cristian Roldan. Now the World Cup brings him home Cristian Roldan’s journey from University of Washington star to Seattle Sounders legend comes full circle as the USMNT midfielder returns to...

JUNE 19 • NYPOST.COM

United States Presser: Weston McKennie, Sergiño Dest & Cristian Roldan Ahead of Match vs Australia

JUNE 18 • FOX SPORTS

USA's Cristian Roldan Eager For A Special Seattle Homecoming At The World Cup

Friday's World Cup game will have special meaning for USA midfielder and Seattle Sounders star Cristian Roldan.

JUNE 18 • FOX SPORTS

USA's Cristian Roldan Eager For A Special Seattle Homecoming At The World Cup

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JUNE 3 • FOX SPORTS

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JUNE 3 • FOX SPORTS

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JUNE 1 • FOX SPORTS

Brenden Aaronson's Wedding A Reminder That USA's World Cup Team Is All Grown Up

U.S. midfielder Brenden Aaronson left training camp for a very special reason.

MAY 29 • FOX SPORTS

Brenden Aaronson's Wedding A Reminder That USA's World Cup Team Is All Grown Up

Grabs key assist Roldan assisted once to go with five shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against San Diego FC. In addition, he was given...

Impact Roldan was a big factor in the final third with five shots and three chances created, eventually getting an important assist for Seattle in the last phase of the match. The midfielder will need similar volume to have any success in a tough matchup against San Jose Earthquakes, the top team in the West standings. They have a +19 goal differential on the season.

MAY 10 • ROTOWIRE

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