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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.

4 DAYS AGO • 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

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

Who should get more minutes at the FIFA World Cup: Johnny Cardoso or Cristian Roldan? 👀

Who should get more minutes at the FIFA World Cup: Johnny Cardoso or Cristian Roldan? 👀

JUNE 3 • FOX SPORTS

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Will any unexpected name sneak into the FIFA World Cup™ roster? 🇺🇸😳

JUNE 3 • FOX SPORTS

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Who will Mauricio Pochettino play in the midfield at the FIFA World Cup? 🇺🇸

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

Available Saturday Roldan (concussion) is fit again ahead of Saturday's visit to Sporting Kansas City, with coach Brian Schmetzer saying he's "available and ready to go", Jackson Felts of KJR Radio r...

Impact Roldan will aim to bounce back to a starting spot after clearing the concussion protocol, so he'll threaten Snyder Brunell and Hassani Dotson for a place in midfield. After scoring two goals in his last performance and three over his seven league appearances this season, Roldan could be a solid all-around option, having also averaged 2.3 clearances and 2.0 tackles per game.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Cristian Roldan Feels 'A Lot Of Pressure' To Make USA's 2026 World Cup Squad

USA midfielder Cristian Roldan joined First Things First to discuss the pressure of making Mauricio Pochettino's World Cup roster.

APRIL 30 • FOX SPORTS

Cristian Roldan Feels 'A Lot Of Pressure' To Make USA's 2026 World Cup Squad

Could clear protocol for SKC Roldan is expected to be ready for Saturday's clash against Sporting Kansas City pending clearance from concussion protocol, according to Jackson Felts of Sounders Weekly Shows.

Impact Roldan had entered protocol after taking a blow during last Friday's training session, making his availability for the weekend a race against time. The club is optimistic he will clear all the necessary steps before Saturday's kickoff, which would be a significant relief given the void his absence would leave in the Sounders' midfield. Hassani Dotson and Snyder Brunell had been on standby to cover if needed, but the positive update suggests Roldan should be available to regain his starting role against Sporting KC.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Lands in concussion protocol Roldan is in concussion protocol following a blow in Friday's training session, Jackson Felts of KJR Radio reports.

Impact Roldan looks set to spend some days on the sidelines, leaving a significant void in the Sounders' lineup. Despite featuring as a defensive midfielder, he was coming off a brace during the previous match against St. Louis. Both Hassani Dotson and Snyder Brunell should feature while Roldan is unavailable.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Nets brace Roldan scored two goals to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 win over St. Louis City SC.

Impact Roldan had a great first half in Saturday's win, as the midfielder would not score once, but twice, earning a goal in the 22nd and 37th minutes. This would come on three shots, clinical with his few shots. That said, he is up to three goals this season, although he has only taken seven shots this season, appearing to be in great form.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Roldan scores 2 goals, Rusnák has 1 goal, 2 assists; Sounders beat St. Louis 4-1

Cristian Roldan scored two goals, Albert Rusnák added a goal and two assists, and the Seattle Sounders beat St. Louis City 4-1

APRIL 19 • Associated Press

Defensive impact in win Roldan had five tackles (one won) and three clearances in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Houston Dynamo.

Impact Roldan delivered a solid defensive performance in Saturday's win over Houston Dynamo, recording a season-high five tackles along with one interception and three clearances. The American continues to anchor the midfield with his work rate and ability to connect phases of play, though his role results in limited attacking output, with one goal contribution in six appearances this season.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE