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Roman Celentano - Concedes twice in draw Celentano registered two saves and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus Inter Miami CF.

Impact Celentano made two saves while allowing two goals during Wednesday's 2-2 draw at Inter Miami, with Cincinnati surrendering a late lead after briefly turning the match around. He was beaten by Luis Suarez's curling finish in the 61st minute before watching his teammates score twice in six minutes to take a 2-1 advantage. However, Riquelme Fillipi equalized in the 90th minute with another curling effort, denying Celentano a victory despite Cincinnati's impressive second-half response.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Pavel Bucha - Dealing with lower leg discomfort Bucha was held out of Wednesday's match due to ongoing lower leg discomfort, with Cincinnati hoping to have him healthy for the final two games of the regular season, according to...

Impact Bucha has been managing a lower leg issue that has recently forced Cincinnati to reduce his playing time despite his consistent involvement throughout the campaign. Coach Noonan explained that the decision to rest the midfielder Wednesday was precautionary, with the club prioritizing his availability for the final two regular-season matches. The Czech midfielder has been a regular starter this season, making 27 starts across 29 appearances while contributing six goals and five assists. His latest assist came during Saturday's 2-0 victory against D.C. United. Bucha's availability for the upcoming fixtures will depend on how his leg responds to rest and treatment.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Lionel Messi goes scoreless, Inter Miami needs late goal to tie Cincinnati 2-2

Riquelme Fillipi tallied his first Major League Soccer goal in the 90th minute to cap a late-game barrage of scores, and Lionel Messi and Inter Miami escaped with a 2-2 tie against...

OCTOBER 29 • Associated Press

Luis Suárez GOLAZO Gives Inter Miami The Lead vs. FC Cincinnati!

OCTOBER 29 • YOUTUBE

Evander - Scores, assists in win Evander scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and three chances created in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus D.C. United.

Impact Evander found the back of the net midway through the first half with a long-range rocket that left Sean Johnson helpless, but he wasn't done and added another tally -- this time it was an assist to Tom Barlow, who doubled the team's lead. Few players in the MLS are as decisive and influential as Evander. He has 14 goals and 12 assists this season, making it the third consecutive year in which he has recorded at least 10 goals and 10 assists in MLS play.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Tom Barlow - Closes out scoring in win Barlow scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 win over D.C. United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 38th minute.

Impact Barlow scored Cincinnati's second goal after taking advantage of an excellent pass from Evander. Barlow is ending the season on a strong note since he has scored four goals while taking 21 shots (11 on target) and creating four chances over that span. Given how good he's looking, don't expect Barlow to return to a bench role any time soon.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Roman Celentano - Limited work to earn clean sheet Celentano made two saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 2-0 win over D.C. United.

Impact Celentano didn't do much throughout the game, but that was because DC United failed to pose much of a threat across the board. This was Celentano's first clean sheet since April 25, and while the matchup was favorable, he doesn't seem like a goalkeeper who could be trusted on a regular basis in most formats.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Pavel Bucha - Credited with assist in win Bucha assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 win versus D.C. United.

Impact Bucha set up the opening goal with a clever pass to Evander, but the Brazilian playmaker deserves most of the credit for an unstoppable rocket that flew past Sean Johnson. This was Bucha's fifth assist of the season, and his 11 goal contributions from midfield (six goals, five assists) make him a strong fantasy pick across all formats. He's played regularly as well, since he has started in all but two of his 29 regular-season appearances.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Ender Echenique - Clears injury report Echenique (leg) doesn't have an injury designation ahead of Wednesday's trip to Miami, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Echenique wasn't given an injury designation ahead of Wednesday's clash. This lines up with reports earlier in the week that said he could make a return Wednesday. The midfielder has been a consistent option off the bench and has had runs in the starting XI, so getting him back would be a significant boon. He missed a pair of matches with the leg injury.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Cincinnati visits Inter Miami after shutout victory

A game after shutting out D.C

OCTOBER 27 • Associated Press

Jose Andres Martinez - Available as substitute Saturday Martinez (knee) is on the bench for Saturday's trip to D.C. United.

Impact Martinez gets a place in the squad only two weeks after joining Cincinnati, having bounced back quicker than expected from a knee issue he was dealing with. The midfielder hasn't played since tearing his ACL in February, so a short cameo is the most that can be expected for now, with Evander, Pavel Bucha and Obinna Nwobodo ahead of him, and his bigger target is likely to be the playoffs after the regular season ends on Nov. 7.

OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE

Miles Robinson - Remains limited in training Robinson (leg) was doing individual work on the side and jogging at Friday's training session, and he's still out another week or two, Laurel Pfahler of The Queen City Press report...

Impact Robinson appears to be making progress in his recovery, but his continued absence should keep him sidelined for immediate matches. The defender is a reliable contributor of passes and various stats near his own goal when available, but his value is uncertain with few weeks left in the campaign. His availability still appears to be trending toward the regular-season finale. Until then, Nick Hagglund, Teenage Hadebe and Samuel Gidi will continue to see increased opportunities.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Roman Celentano - Concedes once in win Celentano allowed a goal while making two saves during Wednesday's 2-1 win over DC United.

Impact Celentano allowed a goal in the 38th minute but was backed with two goals as Cincinnati came away with all three points. The keeper has allowed six goals while combining for four saves over his last three starts.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Evander - Sets up game winning goal Evander had an assist while taking two off target shots, crossing six times (three accurate) and creating four chances during Wednesday's 2-1 win over DC United.

Impact Evander set up Teenage Hadebe in the 55th minute assisting the game winning goal while leading Cincinnati in crosses and chances created. The assist was the first goal involvement since August 22nd for the midfielder as he's combined for nine shots, seven chances created and 14 crosses over his last three appearances.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

David Doudera - Nets first MLS goal Doudera scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing twice accurately and creating two chances during Wednesday's 2-1 win over DC United.

Impact Doudera opened the scoring int he 14th minute while finishing with the second most crosses and chances created on the team. The goal was the first in MLS for Doudera after joining Cincinnati in September.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Teenage Hadebe - Nets first goal since 2023 Hadebe scored a goal with his lone shot while making two interceptions and seven clearances during Wednesday's 2-1 win over DC United.

Impact Hadebe found the back of the net in the 55th minute scoring the game winning goal while leading Cincinnati in interceptions. It was the first goal involvement this season for Hadebe and his ifrst goal since the 2023 season.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Ender Echenique - Could return Saturday Echenique (leg) could be available for Saturday's MLS clash against D.C. United, pending a final fitness assessment Friday after missing Wednesday's match due to a minor injury, ac...

Impact Echenique is nearing a return after suffering a minor leg injury during Tuesday's training session, which forced him to miss Wednesday's match. The midfielder is expected to undergo a final assessment Friday before a decision is made on his availability for Saturday's encounter against D.C. United. He had appeared off the bench in two consecutive matches before his injury, suggesting he could initially return in a substitute role if cleared. David Doudera remains a competitor for playing time after scoring during Echenique's absence, potentially limiting his immediate opportunities in the starting lineup.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Tyrell Malacia - Dealing with ankle issue Malacia (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's MLS clash against D.C. United after being substituted at halftime Wednesday and missing Friday's training session, according to coach...

Impact Malacia is dealing with an ankle issue that forced him off at halftime Wednesday, raising concerns about his availability for Saturday's trip to D.C. United. The left wing-back was unable to participate in Friday's training session, leaving his status uncertain ahead of the weekend. His potential absence could open the door for Bryan Ramirez to start at left wing-back, providing Cincinnati with an alternative on the flank. A final decision on Malacia's involvement has yet to be confirmed.

OCTOBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

D.C. United faces Cincinnati in Eastern Conference action

D.C

OCTOBER 23 • Associated Press

FC Cincinnati vs. D.C. United | Full Match Highlights

OCTOBER 22 • YOUTUBE

Ender Echenique - Injury doesn't look serious Echenique (leg) is believed to be dealing with a slight knock that won't keep him out for a long period following his absence Wednesday versus D.C. United, Laurel Pfahler of Queen...

Impact Echenique picked up the issue in Tuesday's training session and was a late absence in Cincinnati's squad for the midweek clash. While the midfielder aims to see action again in the final weeks of the 2026 campaign, he had come off the bench in two of the previous two matches before getting hurt, and the fact that his positional rival, David Doudera, scored a goal against D.C. United doesn't help his chances of making immediate starts.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Ender Echenique - Doubtful with leg injury Echenique could miss Wednesday's game against D.C. United due to a leg problem, per the MLS Player Status Report.

Impact Echenique would be expected to return to action at right wing-back if fully fit after coming off the bench in the last match. However, this setback raises the possibility of him seeing limited minutes or sitting out completely, depending on the severity of his issue. He had his playing time managed over the past month but delivered an assist along with 15 crosses and six chances created across his last five league appearances. David Doudera will be in line for increased time on the field if the Venezuelan's injury is serious.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Tyrell Malacia - Nine crosses in loss Malacia registered nine crosses (five accurate) and four chances created in Sunday's 2-0 loss against Columbus Crew.

Impact Malacia made his third consecutive start Sunday and put together another good performance. He led the team in crosses, accurate crosses and chances created, providing a spark on the attack from the left. He's been a great addition since joining the club in September and will play an important role over the final stretch of the season as Cincinnati attempts to hold onto the final playoff spot.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Tom Barlow - Five shots in loss Barlow registered five shots (three on goal) in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Columbus Crew.

Impact Barlow made his fourth consecutive start Sunday and put together another solid performance. While he failed to extend his goalscoring streak to four games, he tied season highs in shots and shots on target. He was replaced in the 59th minute by Kenji Mboma Dem.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Evander - Six shots Sunday Evander generated six shots (two on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-0 defeat to Columbus Crew.

Impact Evander led the attack Sunday, taking six shots and putting two on target in the loss. He also created two chances and recorded two accurate crosses, but he failed to record a goal contribution in his sixth straight match. He'll look to get back on track Wednesday versus D.C. United.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

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