CRISTIAN ROLDAN #7 - MIDFIELDER - SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC
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Busy in draw Roldan recorded three shots (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC. In addition, he was given a yell...
Impact Roldan did everything to try and break the deadlock during Saturday's draw but came up just short on the right wing. The midfielder has struggled in 2023 with just five total goal contributions and injuries that have limited him to just 1,164 minutes heading into the final match of the regular season against high-flying St. Louis.
OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
West powers Whitecaps, Sounders settle for 0-0 draw Oct 7, 2023; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Sounders midfielder Cristian Roldan (7) and Vancouver Whitecaps defender Tristan Blackmon (6)...
OCTOBER 8, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Cristian Roldan returns Seattle Sounders to playoffs: "Tonight was icing on the cake" | MLSSoccer.com Cristian Roldan, due to persistent concussion issues, has often watched Seattle Sounders FC from the sidelines this year. But when the city’...
OCTOBER 5, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Cristian Roldan's goal earns Sounders 2-1 victory over Galaxy, postseason berth

Cristian Roldan scored in the sixth minute of second-half stoppage time and the Seattle Sounders clinched a spot in the postseason and snapped a four-match winless streak at home w...
OCTOBER 5, 2023 • Associated Press
Assists on return to XI Roldan assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and four chances created in Thursday's 2-1 win versus Colorado Rapids.
Impact Roldan has missed large portions of the season but has been effective when he's played. He created a season-high four chances and has a respectable three goal contributions across 10 starts this season.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to bench Roldan (concussion) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Dallas.
Impact Roldan has been out for over a month struggling with concussion symptoms. The midfielder finally cleared protocols and is an option once more, though only off the bench. As he picks up more match fitness Roldan could return to the starting XI.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Trains fully Roldan (concussion) took full part in training Wednesday, Jeremiah Oshan of Sounder at Heart reports.
Impact Roldan has trained in some capacity for multiple weeks but has continued to struggle with concussion symptoms. The midfielder seems to finally be trending towards a true return, but it remains to be seen what that will look like, and what minutes will be entrusted to him upon his return.
SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Participates in team scrimmage Roldan (concussion) took part in a team scrimmage Friday and could be ready to play versus FC Dallas on Sept. 16, per Jeremiah Oshan of Sounder at Heart.
Impact Roldan has been out of action since July 16 versus Dallas, one of just three appearances for the club since early April. In those three contests, the attacking midfielder did start twice and could be in contention to feature once given the all-clear.
SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Still dealing with symptoms Roldan is dealing with concussion-like symptoms and is not expected to play Saturday against Portland, Jeremiah Oshan of Sounders at Heart reports.
Impact Roldan was on the bench against Austin on Wednesday, but the veteran midfielder is scheduled to see another specialist since the concussion-like symptoms are periodically returning. He's made just three league appearances since early April, and the Sounders are not expected to rush him into action, especially given the fact he has already suffered two concussions in 2023.
AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
On bench against Austin Roldan (head) is on the bench for Wednesday's matchup against Austin.
Impact Roldan is on the bench for Wednesday's matchup after being listed as questionable on the team injury report. He has been out for the past week after entering concussion protocol, but is an option off the bench for Wednesday's battle against Austin.
AUGUST 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Still listed as questionable Roldan (head) is questionable for Wednesday's match against Austin F.C, per Jeremiah Oshan of Sounder At Heart.
Impact Roldan did take part in full training on Monday, but it will be a stretch to see him return to the starting XI following his second concussion. He has a better shot of appearing on Saturday versus the Portland Timbers.
AUGUST 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Training fully Roldan (concussion) took part in full team training ahead of Sunday's clash with Minnesota, Niko Moreno reports.
Impact Roldan was cleared for tull team training but didn't make it on the pitch Sunday. The midfielder will hope to finally make his return to the starting XI for Wednesday's trip to Austin as he looks to move past what has been an injury riddled season. Roldan has made just three appearances (two starts) since April 9.
AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
In concussion protocol again Roldan suffered another head injury during Saturday's 3-0 Leagues Cup loss to Real Salt Lake and will be placed on concussion protocol, according to head coach Brian Schmetzer per...
Impact It is unclear if Roldan will be back when the MLS returns on Aug 20, however he will likely miss the next two League Cup matches after suffering another head injury, He had returned to the team on July 16 after serving time at the Gold Cup with the USMNT.
JULY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Attempts seven crosses Roldan registered two shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus FC Dallas.
Impact Rolden participated in the Sounders' last game before an upcoming break that will last until August. Despite being out on Gold Cup duties since June, his latest appearance indicated no signs of rust, with his cross tally being the Sounders' second-best, behind Albert Rusnak.
JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Back with Seattle Roldan is back with Seattle and is expected to be available for Saturday's clash with Dallas, manager Brian Schmetzer told reporters Friday.
Impact Roldan returned from a disappointing Gold Cup campaign and is expected to be available once more for Saturday's clash. The midfielder returns alongside teammate Jordan Morris, who is also expected to return to action in the final match before the Summer break.
JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
USMNT ousted from Gold Cup on Penalties Orlando Mosquera saved a penalty by Cristian Roldan in the sixth round of the shootout to help Panama defeat the U.S. men’s national team in...
JULY 13, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

United States advances to Gold Cup semifinals, ousting Canada on penalty kicks

The USMNT will face Panama on Wednesday with a chance to advance to the final in Los Angeles. Here are three takeaways following Sunday's ma...
JULY 10, 2023 • FOX SPORTS
United States advances to Gold Cup semifinals, ousting Canada on penalty kicks
Leaving for Gold Cup tournament Roldan has been called up by the USMNT for the upcoming Gold Cup from June 24-July 16, meaning he will likely miss the Sounders' next four MLS games at least.
Impact Roldan scored in his return to the XI against Charlotte last weekend after missing almost two months with a serious concussion, but he's now set to miss another chunk of league time while away with the U.S. National Team. There's some question over whether he and teammate Jordan Morris will remain with Seattle through next week's LAFC clash, but after that he'll be out through early July at least.
JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores in draw Roldan scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Charlotte FC. He was subbed off due to injury in the 74th minute.
Impact Roldan scored the opener in the 11th minute assisted by Jackson Ragen. He has now scored twice this season in nine appearances. He has been very inconsistent with his offensive and defensive stats but has made 17 tackles so far in the season.
JUNE 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Back on bench Roldan (concussion) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Portland.
Impact Roldan returns to the squad Saturday for the first time since April 9 because of a lingering concussion. It's good to see him back in the squad and assuming he's near fitness, should see minutes Saturday. Once ready, he figures to return to the starting XI, likely on one of the attacking wings.
JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Upgraded to questionable Roldan (concussion) is questionable for Wednesday's clash with San Jose, according to the Seattle injury report.
Impact Roldan is questionable as he continues to recover from a concussion. The midfielder has missed eight matches in a row due to the concussion and won't be rushed back to the starting XI until he clears concussion protocols. After such a long lay-off Roldan's role might be limited in his return as he recovers fitness.
MAY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Continues recovery Roldan (concussion) "is still a ways off from playing" but took a "significant step forward" in training with the Sounders on Tuesday, manager Brain Schmetzer told SB Nation's Jere...
Impact Roldan has already been sidelined for a month since suffering a head injury in mid-April, and he's unlikely to be able to return by the Red Bulls clash on Saturday, but Schmetzer said Roldan was able to make some sort of breakthrough in training this week.
MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Limited in practice Tuesday Roldan (concussion) was seen limited in practice Tuesday, reports Niko Moreno of MLS Espanol.
Impact This is a good sign for Roldon, who returned to limited training after missing a month with a concussion. Because it is a head injury, the team are being cautious in his comeback and has begun to see a specialist for his injury. This means that his return could be delayed until the end of the month, depending on if he can return to full training without any concussion-like symptoms.
MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Seeking specialist opinion Roldan (concussion) is seeing a specialist as he continues to struggle with concussion symptoms, manager Brian Schmetzer told Jeremiah Oshan. 'that's one that's lingering. It's no...
Impact Roldan picked up the concussion before an April 16 clash with Portland and is still struggling with symptoms. With such long-linger symptoms Roldan is impossible to project for any sort of return, likely keeping Alexander Roldan at right-back for the foreseeable future.
MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
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