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Evander - No longer suspended Evander has served his suspension and is an option for play.

Impact Evander had to sit out Cincinnati's last match due to suspension, but will return, having had his yellow card count reset. This gives the club back their lead midfielder and potentially their most important player, recording 13 goals and 10 assists in 23 appearances (22 starts) this season.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Denkey scores 2 goals, Bucha adds another for Cincinnati in 3-3 tie with Charlotte

Kevin Denkey scored his second goal of the game in stoppage time for FC Cincinnati in a 3-3 tie with Charlotte FC

SEPTEMBER 13 • Associated Press

FC Cincinnati vs. Charlotte FC | Full Match Highlights | 6-GOAL THRILLER!

SEPTEMBER 13 • YOUTUBE

Kristian George Fletcher - On bench against Charlotte Fletcher (knee) is among the substitutes for Saturday's matchup versus Charlotte.

Impact Fletcher has completed his rehabilitation from a long-term issue and is still not expected to see a lot of action. However, his potential season debut would add offensive power to a side that has struggled to find the net lately. He'll likely serve as a backup asset behind Gerardo Valenzuela, Kevin Denkey and Tom Barlow going forward.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Cincinnati takes on Charlotte FC in Eastern Conference play

Cincinnati hosts Charlotte FC in conference play

SEPTEMBER 11 • Associated Press

Evander - Set for suspension Evander created one chance and contributed two tackles (one won), before being subbed off at halftime after picking up a yellow card during Wednesday's 5-0 loss at Philadelphia tha...

Impact Evander remains among the MLS MVP candidates this season, having contributed 13 goals and 10 assists across 23 appearances before this stretch, and his suspension now denies Cincinnati one of its most dangerous attacking threats for the upcoming fixture.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Samuel Gidi - Plays 15 minutes off bench Gidi (concussion) played 15 minutes off the bench in Wednesday's 5-0 loss to Philadelphia Union, the club posted.

Impact Gidi had missed the previous match against D.C. United due to concussion protocol after exiting the loss to Nashville SC with the issue, and this appearance off the bench now confirms he has cleared protocol. He has started in 18 of his 22 appearances this season, and his workload should continue to build as he works his way back to a regular role.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Obinna Nwobodo - Sent off Wednesday Nwobodo received a straight red card in the 16th minute of Wednesday's matchup versus Philadelphia Union.

Impact Nwobodo will serve suspension in the weekend clash against Charlotte after being punished for a dangerous tackle in the first half against Philadelphia. Thus, his next chance to produce will come in a Sept. 19 trip to Houston Dynamo. Losing him for nearly all of the double game week represents a significant blow for a midfield that is left with Gerardo Valenzuela, Samuel Gidi and Pavel Bucha as their main ball distributor choices.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia Union host Cincinnati following shutout victory

A game after shutting out CF Montreal 2-0, the Philadelphia Union face Cincinnati

SEPTEMBER 8 • Associated Press

FC Cincinnati vs. DC United postponed due to inclement weather | MLSSoccer.com Due to pitch conditions and resulting player safety concerns created by inclement weather in the Cincinnati area, Saturday's match between F...

SEPTEMBER 6 • MLSSOCCER.COM

FC Cincinnati vs. DC United enters weather delay | MLSSoccer.com Saturday's game between FC Cincinnati and D.C. United will have a delayed start due to inclement weather around TQL Stadium. The Eastern Con...

SEPTEMBER 6 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Kristian George Fletcher - Carrying knee problem Fletcher is questionable for Saturday's game against D.C. United due to a knee injury.

Impact Fletcher will be a game-time call to face his former team, but even if he gets the green light to play, he shouldn't carry a ton of fantasy appeal. Fletcher has yet to play this season, though he was an unused sub earlier this year. The winger underwent ACL surgery in 2025 and hasn't played since.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Samuel Gidi - Out through concussion protocol Gidi (concussion protocol) is out for Saturday's game against D.C. United.

Impact Gidi exited the 4-0 loss to Nashville SC last week due to a concussion, so it makes sense to see him ruled out here. The midfielder, who has started in 18 of his 21 appearances this season, will aim to return when Cincy take on Philadelphia Union on Wednesday.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Cincinnati takes on D.C. United in Eastern Conference action

Cincinnati and D.C

SEPTEMBER 4 • Associated Press

Julian Malatini - Joins Cincinnati on loan Malatini has joined FC Cincinnati on loan from Werder Bremen through June 2027, with an option to make the move permanent, according to the club.

Impact Malatini heads to MLS after spending nearly three seasons with Werder Bremen, where he made 32 Bundesliga appearances and scored twice. The 25-year-old center-back also brings significant experience from Argentina with Talleres and Defensa y Justicia. His size, athleticism and Bundesliga experience should allow him to compete for regular minutes in Cincinnati's back line.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

FC Cincinnati acquire Czech midfielder David Douděra | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing FC Cincinnati have acquired midfielder David Douděra from Czech powerhouse Slavia Prague, the club announce...

SEPTEMBER 2 • MLSSOCCER.COM

David Doudera - Signs with FC Cincinnati Doudera has joined FC Cincinnati from Slavia Prague on a contract through the 2027-28 MLS season, with a club option for 2028-29, the club announced.

Impact Doudera has made nearly 350 professional appearances in Europe over the past 10 seasons, including 153 for Slavia Prague since 2022-23, scoring 24 goals and playing in seven of Slavia's eight Champions League matches last season. He is a full Czech international with 18 caps and started for his country against Mexico at the 2026 World Cup, giving Cincinnati a proven and experienced addition to its midfield as they push for a playoff spot.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Evander - Five shots in loss to Nashville Evander took five shots (three on goal), sent in six crosses (four accurate), took four corners, and created four chances in Saturday's 4-0 loss to Nashville SC.

Impact Evander gave Nashville's backline a scare on multiple occasions, but he was unable to break through. The star attacker continues to be among the MLS MVP candidates, with 13 goals and 11 assists through 20 appearances this season. He's in a good rebound spot at home on Saturday against D.C. United.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Ayoub Jabbari - Takes five shots off the bench Jabbari took five shots (three on goal), drew two fouls, and committed two fouls in 45 minutes in Saturday's 4-0 loss to Nashville SC.

Impact Jabbari was brought on at halftime for Kenji Boma Dem and helped breathe some life into the FC Cincinnati attack. He came close to scoring on multiple occasions, and Jabbari could be in line for more playing time if he continues to be dangerous. Up next is a home clash with D.C. United on Saturday.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Denkey - Bottled up by Nashville SC Denkey took two shots (one on goal), created two chances, and committed one foul in Saturday's 4-0 loss to Nashville SC.

Impact Denkey was bottled up by the Nashville SC defense, failing to impact the scoresheet for the fifth consecutive match. He'll look to get back among the goals at home on Saturday against a D.C. United side that has conceded six goals across their last three games.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Roman Celentano - Saves four, concedes four in loss Celentano made four saves in Saturday's 4-0 loss to Nashville SC.

Impact Celentano and FC Cincinnati were throttled on the road by an in-form Nashville SC side. They're in a good bounce-back spot at home on Saturday against a D.C. United attack that has scored just one goal across their last three matches.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Nashville SC's historic pace has MLS record within reach | MLSSoccer.com NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Twenty-two games into the 2026 season, Nashville SC aren't just leading the Supporters' Shield race. They're setting a pa...

AUGUST 30 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Samuel Gidi - Protocol substitution Saturday Gidi left Saturday's 4-0 loss to Nashville under a concussion substitution in the second half.

Impact Gidi collided with an opposing player and was replaced by Kyle Smith, with the team taking no risks even though the midfielder stood up and abandoned the field unaided. Gidi will need to be assessed before being cleared to play, as the protocol could require him to be inactive for some days. He has been deployed as a center-back lately, so his absence would affect the team in defensive aspects.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

Nashville SC vs FC Cincinnati Prediction and Betting Tips | August 29th 2026 Nashville SC and FC Cincinnati will trade tackles in MLS Eastern Conference action on Saturday (August 29th). The game will be played at Geodis Park.

AUGUST 28 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Nashville brings home winning streak into matchup with Cincinnati

Nashville hosts Cincinnati looking to extend a six-game home winning streak

AUGUST 28 • Associated Press

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