Eduard Atuesta - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

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

McGuire's first goal of the season leads Orlando City SC past Portland Timbers 1-0

Duncan McGuire’s goal at the 39th minute proved more than enough and Orlando City SC beat the Portland Timbers 1-0

MAY 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Provides assist in victory Atuesta assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Portland Timbers.

Impact Atuesta made a team-high 45 accurate passes, one of which generated the chance for Duncan McGuire's goal in the 39th minute of the match. The midfielder assisted for the second time this season in his return from a four-game injury absence. He's now averaging 39.3 accurate passes, 2.2 chances created, 1.7 tackles and 1.2 clearances per game over the 2025 campaign. The good performance should help him earn a spot in the contention with Cesar Araujo and Joran Gerbet for playing time in central slots.

MAY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting versus Timbers Atuesta (neck) is in the starting XI for Saturday's matchup against Portland Timbers.

Impact Atuesta is available for the first time since April 26 following his return to training earlier this month. He has played more than 70 minutes in each of his seven MLS starts in 2025, tallying 17 chances created, four corner kicks and one assist over that span. He's expected to feature in his usual role as part of a two-man holding midfield alongside Cesar Araujo.

MAY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando City plays the Portland Timbers after shutout win

A game after shutting out Inter Miami 3-0, Orlando City plays the Portland Timbers

MAY 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Returns to training Atuesta (neck) was back in team training Tuesday ahead of Wednesday's match against Charlotte, according to Mike Gramajo of WESH 2 News.

Impact Atuesta is seeing progress this week after missing the club's last two contests, as he was back in training for the club Tuesday. This is good news ahead of Wednesday's match, as he could feature in that contest. However, it may still be too soon, possibly instead returning against Inter Miami on Sunday.

MAY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out with neck injury Atuesta (neck) was not an option during the 0-0 draw to Chicago.

Impact Atuesta has played just twice since April 5, missing time with injuries. He did start the season as a starter, appearing in the starting XI the first six games, totaling 12 tackles with eight clearances while assisting once in that span.

MAY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Atuesta (thigh) is in the starting lineup to face Atlanta United on Saturday.

Impact Atuesta should be back in his regular midfield role after being chosen over Dagur Dan Thorhallsson in his return from injury. The fit-again player will look to increase his current totals of seven shots, seven crosses, 14 chances created, 12 tackles and one assist in seven games. Additionally, he could be in contention to take a few set pieces.

APRIL 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team sheet Atuesta (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's match against the New York Red Bulls.

Impact Atuesta is fit once again, with the midfielder an option from the bench after missing the club's last contest. This is good news as he did start in every match leading up to his injury, likely to see a similar role after testing his legs.

APRIL 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Saturday Atuesta (thigh) is questionable for Saturday's match against the New York Red Bulls.

Impact Atuesta could be back in the call Saturday after missing last match due to a thigh injury. This would mean the return of a regular starter for the club, possibly seeing that spot immediately. However, if he is still out, Joran Gerbet and Dagur Dan Thorhallsson are possible replacements.

APRIL 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Luis Muriel scores late as Orlando City keeps defending-champion Galaxy winless with 2-1 victory

Luis Muriel scored in the final minute of regulation off a free kick after a late penalty-kick goal by Martín Ojeda and Orlando City stunned the Los Angeles Galaxy 2-1 at Dignity H...

MARCH 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Dennis Gjengaar scores equalizer early in 2nd half to help Red Bulls earn 2-2 draw with Orlando City

Dennis Gjengaar scored the final goal of the match two minutes into the second half to help the New York Red Bulls earn a 2-2 draw with Orlando City

MARCH 15, 2025 • Associated Press

First goal involvement with Orlando Atuesta had an assist while crossing once accurately and creating five chances during Saturday's 2-2 draw with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Atuesta set up Marco Pasalic in the 39th minute assisting Orlando's second goal while leading the team with five chances created. The assist was Atuesta's first with Orlando as he's combined for three shots and seven chances created over his last three starts.

MARCH 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Completes Orlando move Atuesta has completed a permanent transfer from Palmeiras to Orlando City SC, his new club announced Monday.

Impact Atuesta spent the 2024 season on loan at LAFC, and it was clear he wasn't going to see many minutes at Palmeiras, so he's going to be with Orlando for the foreseeable future. He should form an excellent tandem with Cesar Araujo in midfield.

FEBRUARY 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores crucial goal and assists Atuesta scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win over San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Atuesta scored with a powerful strike to give LAFC a 2-1 lead in the game, ultimately finishing 3-1. After not featuring for four games in a row, the midfielder scored within moments of coming onto the pitch. He later linked up with Marlon to assist the final goal from a set piece.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets against Dallas Atuesta scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), seven crosses (four accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against FC Dallas.

Impact Atuesta scored a consolation goal for LAFC, with his deflected shot finding the net, assisted by Omar Campos. Atuesta led the game in crosses, completed a dribble, and contributed defensively with three tackles and three interceptions. This marked his first goal since March against Colorado.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet outing against Houston Atuesta registered four crosses (one accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Houston Dynamo. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 52nd minute.

Impact Atuesta regained a starting spot and set pieces, although he wasn't influential enough to help the away side break the tie. The midfielder has failed to score or assist in 18 league games since April. Still, he remains the team leader with averages of 41.6 passes and 3.6 accurate long balls per contest. He'll be expected to take fewer corner kicks as soon as Mateusz Bogusz and Denis Bouanga return from international duty.

SEPTEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eduard Atuesta savors LAFC return: "I love the club" | MLSSoccer.com In 2018, Eduard Atuesta arrived in Los Angeles like so many do. He was young and uncertain, but optimistic about his future, looking for a b...

JULY 16, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Launches two crosses Atuesta generated one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 victory over FC Dallas.

Impact Atuesta continues to be the top midfielder option for LAFC this season, making it a second campaign in a row as a regular starter. He's started the last six games in a row, recording 22 crosses (five accurate), 10 tackles and nine chances created in that span.

JUNE 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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