Eduard Atuesta - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Orlando City hosts Real Salt Lake in non-conference matchup

Orlando City and Real Salt Lake hit the pitch in a non-conference matchup

AUGUST 21 • Associated Press

Option to face Chicago Atuesta (thigh) is on the bench in Wednesday's clash with Chicago Fire.

Impact Atuesta's return is great news for an Orlando midfield that is missing both Martin Ojeda (thigh) and Braian Ojeda (foot) and currently starting Wilder Cartagena alongside Luis Otavio. After being sidelined in two of the last three MLS games, Atuesta will try to regain momentum as a substitute before bouncing back to a primary role. If that happens in the next few contests, his value will come from pass accuracy and tackling numbers.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando City takes on the Chicago Fire in Eastern Conference action

Orlando City and the Chicago Fire meet in Eastern Conference play

AUGUST 18 • Associated Press

Sidelined through thigh injury Atuesta won't be an option for the time being due to a thigh injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.

Impact Atuesta's situation has shifted from a suspension last week to a confirmed thigh injury, which is a significant concern given that a muscle problem carries no fixed endpoint and could cost him additional time beyond what the ban alone would have. As one of Orlando's starting defensive midfielders, his absence leaves a gap in front of the back line. Braian Ojeda (foot) is unavailable as well at that position, so that could lead to Wilder Cartagena and Luis Otavio playing in upcoming contests, and forward Antoine Griezmann taking the majority of set pieces.

AUGUST 14 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Atuesta has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the trip to RBNY on Saturday.

Impact Atuesta has started Orlando's last four matches, putting him in a strong position to retain his starting spot on Saturday. Now in his second season with the club, he has nine starts in 12 league appearances, producing three assists, eight chances created, 17 crosses, and 27 tackles.

JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Nashville takes shutout streak into matchup against Orlando City

Nashville heads into a matchup against Orlando City after putting together two straight shutout wins

JULY 24 • Associated Press

Set for suspension Atuesta picked up a yellow card in Wednesday's 4-0 win over San Jose, his fifth of the season, and will be suspended for Saturday's match against Nashville, according to the league...

Impact Atuesta's absence opens the door for Tyrese Spicer to likely step into a bigger role in the engine room for that fixture. The suspension is a minor disruption to Orlando's midfield, and Atuesta should be available to regain his undisputed starter role once the one match ban is served against NYRB on Aug. 1.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Ojeda and Orlando City visit CF Montreal

Martin Ojeda leads Orlando City into a matchup with CF Montreal after scoring three goals against Inter Miami

MAY 8 • Associated Press

On bench Saturday Atuesta (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Inter Miami.

Impact Atuesta has recovered from the issue that forced him to miss the previous two weeks of league activity, and he's now an option to replace either Luis Otavio or Braian Ojeda in midfield. Despite having yet to score or assist this year, the Colombian enjoyed significant playing time in the last three games before his injury, tallying 116 accurate passes and seven tackles over that span.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Miami takes home draw streak into matchup with Orlando City

Inter Miami takes on Orlando City after playing to a draw in three home games in a row

MAY 1 • Associated Press

Baribo and D.C. United host Orlando City

Thai Baribo leads D.C

APRIL 24 • Associated Press

Misses practice Atuesta didn't take part in Tuesday's training session and could be sidelined in future contests, per the team's digital content manager Austin David.

Impact Atuesta has recently been limited by thigh injuries, though it's unclear if he has suffered a setback or a new issue. The midfielder previously tallied 159 accurate passes, seven tackles and five interceptions but lacked offensive production across six MLS appearances in 2026. Colin Guske could move to a bigger role in his place if required in the next few games.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Atuesta (thigh) is in the starting lineup to face Los Angeles FC on Saturday.

Impact Atuesta has bounced back from a slight blow that left him out of one MLS match. He'll consequently take a midfield spot from Luis Otavio and could get plenty of minutes against his former team if he's fully fit. Prior to the injury, Atuesta racked up just two crosses and four interceptions over 100 minutes of play in the 2026 season.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Injures thigh Atuesta (thigh) is questionable for Saturday's match against Nashville, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Atuesta is dealing with a thigh injury and is now in jeopardy of missing time heading into Saturday. After he started in the last match, this could force some changes if he misses time. That said, if he were to miss out, Martin Ojeda or Tyrese Spicer are potential replacements.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Sunday Atuesta (thigh) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Inter Miami.

Impact Atuesta could see minutes off the bench as either Colin Guske's or Braian Ojeda's substitute during the rivalry clash. The Colombian missed the 2026 opening game through muscle problems, but he previously stood out as a regular starter, averaging 43.6 accurate passes and 1.9 chances created per contest, and delivering six assists across 29 appearances in 2025.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Miami game Atuesta is a doubt for Sunday's duel versus Inter Miami because of a thigh injury, according to the MLS player status report.

Impact Atuesta has yet to make his 2026 season debut after being a constant presence in midfield last year. His continued absence would limit the squad's options, with Braian Ojeda and Colin Guske currently expected to get extended playing time.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando City sign Eduard Atuesta to contract extension | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension Orlando City have signed midfielder Eduard Atuesta to a new contract through 2028-29 with an option throu...

FEBRUARY 19 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Signs new contract Atuesta has signed a new contract with Orlando City SC until the end of the 2028-29 MLS season.

Impact Atuesta has emerged as a true leader in midfield for the Lions, and he'll be around for the long haul after signing this new deal. Atuesta should be a steady presence in midfield for Orlando City after starting in 26 of his 29 appearances for the club in the 2025 MLS season, delivering six assists and averaging nearly 2.0 chances created per game from his holding midfielder role.

FEBRUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Atuesta's contract option for 2026 was picked up and he will remain in Orlando, Orlando announced.

Impact Atuesta is set to return to Orlando in 2026 after his first season with the club. The midfielder was excellent in 2025, totaling six assists and making 29 appearances after moving from LAFC. With his contract option picked up he projects as a major part of the first team once more.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cordeiro Pirani leads D.C. United against Orlando City

Gabriel Cordeiro Pirani leads D.C

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Tallies assist in win Atuesta assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus New England Revolution.

Impact Atuesta earned his sixth assist of the season, as he delivered a through ball to Martin Ojeda, who netted one to open the scoring in the 18th minute of play. This also marked the second straight game that Atuesta logged two shots, but he has not had a shot on target in three straight outings.

JULY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ojeda scores 2 goals, ties a franchise record as Orlando beats Revolution 2-1

Martín Ojeda scored two goals for Orlando City and tied the club’s single-season goal contributions record in a 2-1 win over the New England Revolution that snapped a four-game win...

JULY 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Delivers three assists Atuesta assisted thrice to go with three shots (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 4-2 victory against St. Louis City SC.

Impact Atuesta supplied three assists on Wednesday, setting up Ramiro Enrique's goal and Marco Pasalic's two goals, displaying sharp vision from midfield. He added three shot attempts and six chances created to set two new season highs. Atuesta finally showed the qualities that had been expected since his return to MLS, and he will aim to build on that form as he is now an important player in Orlando's midfield.

JUNE 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ramiro Enrique and Marco Pasalić score 2 goals apiece, Orlando City beats St. Louis 4-2

Ramiro Enrique and Marco Pasalić each scored two goals on Wednesday night to help Orlando City beat St. Louis City SC 4-2

JUNE 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Orlando City takes on the Chicago Fire in conference matchup

Orlando City and the Chicago Fire take the pitch in a conference matchup

MAY 30, 2025 • Associated Press

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