DIEGO RUBIO NEWS

Makes two shots Rubio generated two shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 5-1 defeat against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Rubio has now gone the last seven matches in a row scoreless after three goals on 10 games. He's recorded 18 shots (eight on target), 15 tackles (10 won) and seven interceptions in 17 appearances, 15 of them coming as starts.

JUNE 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets one in win Rubio scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Rubio has his third goal of the season with a goal during Saturday's win. He's started all but one match, recording three goals with 11 tackles in the last nine games. It's also the forward's first campaign in Austin, having spent the last five years in Colorado.

APRIL 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win Rubio scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 win versus FC Dallas. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 58th mi...

Impact Rubio notched his second goal of the season as he put his team ahead in the 70th minute of the match. Despite the goal, the forward wasn't a heavy part of the offense, as he took only one shot.

APRIL 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Rubio gives Austin FC new life | Energy Moment of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com Down 1-0 in the second half to Texas rival FC Dallas, a familiar anxiety began to creep over Austin FC's Q2 Stadium.

APRIL 2, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores as striker Rubio scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Philadelphia Union. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 56th minute.

Impact Rubio has his first goal for Austin FC since departing Colorado. Across the Texas team's first four games this season, he has started thrice, alternating between attacking midfielder and striker. Rubio scored as the latter Saturday, and his position should not matter so long as he continues to be up front a lot for Austin, which he has been.

MARCH 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Austin FC sign F Diego Rubio Austin FC have signed free agent forward Diego Rubio of Chile to a one-year contract with an option for 2025, the club announced Monday.Rubi...

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Austin FC sign F Diego Rubio Austin FC have signed free agent forward Diego Rubio of Chile to a one-year contract with an option for 2025, the club announced Monday.Rubi...

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Signs with Austin Rubio signed with Austin on a one-year deal through 2024, with an option for 2025.

Impact Rubio has been one of the more productive free agents on the market ahead of 2024, and now he lands with Austin. The forward scored three times and assisted twice during his final season with Colorado. The forward's best season came in 2022, when he tallied 16 goals and five assists, if he can find that type of form again he could take a substantial role with Austin in 2024.

FEBRUARY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Rapids say Diego Rubio, Jack Price won't return in 2024 Sep 27, 2023; Commerce City, Colorado, USA; Colorado Rapids forward Diego Rubio (11) reacts in the first half against the Vancouver Whitecap...

OCTOBER 26, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Rapids Takeaways: As worst season in club history concludes with loss to Real Salt Lake, Diego Rubio hints at exit At last, the Colorado Rapids’ 2023 season is over.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • DENVERPOST.COM

Joins national team Rubio will not be an option for Saturday's match against Dallas after being called up to Chile's national team.

Impact Rubio was called up to the Chilean national team and will not be available over the international break. The forward has started in the past four matches after a long spell of being out and on the bench due to injuries, and his absence from the team should shake up the sqaud some. With Rubio not being available, expect Kevin Cabral to start, with Rafael Navarro, Jonathan Lewis, Darren Yapi and Calvin Harris all also being an option.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores again Rubio scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and two crosses (one accurate) in Thursday's 2-2 draw versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Rubio scored for a second game in a row. The forward is finally fit and is leading the line, looking like his usual MVP-level self. This is a very poor season top to bottom for Colorado and a strong finish from Rubio would be nothing more than a Pyrrhic victory. Rubio getting fit could be a major boon heading into the off season though, especially after he stormed to 16 goals in 2022.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores with lone shot Rubio scored a goal with his lone shot during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Portland.

Impact Rubio found the back of the net in the 31st minute scoring the first goal of the match for Colorado. The goal was the forward's first since April after a lengthy absence due to a lower body injury.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes substitute appearance Rubio had three shots (zero on goal) and three crosses (one accurate) in Thursday's 2-1 defeat against Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Rubio was fairly busy in his 28 minutes with his side chasing a way back into the match but was unable to provide a decisive moment to turn the tides. He is yet to record a goal or assist since his return from a lower body injury.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Sends three crosses Rubio generated three crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 2-0 loss versus Real Salt Lake.

Impact Rubio had been dealing with a lower body the last three months that saw him sidelines for most of the season. This has resulted in just nine starts in 10 appearances, recording a goal and two assists in that span.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Rubio (lower body) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Salt Lake.

Impact Rubio is back in the starting XI on Saturday after missing a Wednesday clash with Minnesota. The Rapids captain leads the line and will be a threat when on the pitch. The biggest issue Rubio has faced in 2023 is staying on the pitch.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against Minnesota Rubio (lower body) is out for Wednesday's match against Minnesota United.

Impact Rubio returned against LAFC on Aug. 24 after missing almost two months with an upper-body injury, but now he's dealing with more physical problems. His next chance to feature will come against Real Salt Lake on Sep. 2.

AUGUST 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for Wednesday Rubio (lower body) is in doubt for Wednesday's match versus Minnesota United.

Impact Rubio is at risk of missing Wednesday's match as he's dealing with a lower body injury. He spent two months injured with an upper body issue, making his return against LAFC on Aug 24. Darren Yapi could return to the lineup if Rubio is not fit to start.

AUGUST 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots in loss Rubio recorded five shots (one on goal) in Wednesday's 4-0 defeat against Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Rubio had a decent return to play, only notching five shots (one on target) and five tackles (five won) in the loss. The 30-year-old has missed the last 11 matches due to an upper body issue but was given the start today in his first match back. Rubio should be slotted to be the main starter for the rest of the season and will try to improve his season goal tally of one after scoring 16 last season.

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Targeting Wednesday return Rubio (upper body) is expected to return for Wednesday's trip to LAFC, Colorado announced.

Impact Rubio missed the final MLS matches before the Leagues Cup break due to the upper body injury. The striker is the top option to lead the line when fully fit and available and should be given a run out during Wednesday's clash with LAFC.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Dynamo Rubio (upper body) is out for Saturday's clash with Houston, according to the Rapids injury report.

Impact Rubio is ruled out for Saturday's match as he struggles with an upper body injury. This is a particularly disappointing turn because the forward has been questionable in recent matches and was rumored to be nearing a return. Rubio will have a full month to recover before an Aug. 20 trip to LAFC.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Status uncertain Rubio (upper body) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Dallas, according to the Rapids injury report.

Impact Rubio is questionable yet again, and hasn't appeared in the last eight matches. He was an option off the bench against LA Galaxy, but failed to make an appearances and immediately landed back on the injury report.

JULY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Retains injury designation Rubio (upper body) is on listed as questionable on the Colorado injury report for Saturday's clash with St. Louis.

Impact Rubio is questionable once more despite returning to the bench for Saturday's match with LA Galaxy. The forward has been nearing a return of late, but hasn't played in seven matches. When fit Rubio would be an immediate boost to the attack as a whole.

JUNE 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE