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Snags an assist Valenzuela assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-1 loss against CF Montreal.

Impact The midfielder was not the central figure in distributing the ball in the attacking third but did get an assist on Cincinnati's lone goal. Valenzuela has a favorable matchup to keep operating in key spots in the attacking third against Atlanta United. Atlanta has a minus-13 goal differential through 27 MLS games this season.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Creative presence in midfield Valenzuela registered one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Valenzuela remained involved throughout the contest from his advanced midfield role, contributing both as a shooter and creator while playing the full 90 minutes. Valenzuela's ability to contribute across multiple attacking categories continues to give him a useful fantasy profile even when he isn't directly involved in a goal, as he has one of the highest floors in the Cincinnati roster outside of Evander.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Provides one assist in victory Valenzuela assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against New York City FC.

Impact Valenzuela made an immediate impact on his return from the two-match suspension he received for his red card against Columbus Crew, providing the key pass in the 90th minute build-up that redirected Pavel Bucha's ball into Evander's path inside the box for the match-winning goal, also registering one cross and three chances created across his time on the pitch. The midfielder has now scored one goal and contributed three assists across 16 MLS appearances this season, and his ability to deliver impactful creative contributions immediately upon returning from suspension underlines why he is an important component of Cincinnati's midfield structure heading into the Seattle Sounders fixture.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Back from ban Valenzuela has served his two match suspension and will be an option to face NYCFC on Wednesday.

Impact Valenzuela returns after serving a two-match suspension. He's produced just two assists over his last nine appearances but has remained active defensively, totaling 13 tackles, 13 clearances, and 11 interceptions in that span. The midfielder is also having one of his stronger seasons for the club, matching his career high with 11 starts in 15 appearances since joining in 2023.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Shown red card in loss Valenzuela received a straight red card in the final minutes of Saturday's 2-1 loss to Columbus Crew.

Impact Valenzuela was sent off for violent conduct in stoppage time after a poor outing in midfield. The resulting ban will force him to miss next weekend's encounter with San Jose, after which he could see action in Leagues Cup and return to league play on Aug. 15 at Orlando. While Valenzuela serves his suspension, Pavel Bucha could move back from the right flank to a central spot, with Brian Anunga also offering a backup option.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Ends drought with assist Valenzuela assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 4-3 win against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Valenzuela ended a six game run without a goal contribution by assisting Evander's third goal of the team, marking his first involvement in seven games. The midfielder is in the middle of an impressive run of seven consecutive starts but remains the least involved member of the attack despite the team's strong scoring numbers, having managed only four shots and six chances created across those outings.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Kévin Denkey scores twice to back Roman Celantano as Cincinnati shuts out Red Bulls 2-0

Kévin Denkey scored twice in the first half to back Roman Celantano and FC Cincinnati blanked the New York Red Bulls 2-0

APRIL 26 • Associated Press

Tallies assist Valenzuela assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 4-4 draw against New York City FC.

Impact Valenzuela remains a bench option as he came on to play the final 30 minutes of Wednesday's match, earning an assist in the process. He now has a goal and an assist through seven appearances, making three starts while creating 10 chances and making 17 crosses (seven accurate).

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

Completes ban Valenzuela has served his two match suspension and will make the trip to Toronto on Saturday.

Impact Valenzuela is set to return after a lengthily absence due to a red card. He recorded a goal in the last match played, having also started three of the four appearances in 2026, making 16 crosses with eight chances created in the process, making him a solid depth choice in the midfield for Cincy.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

FC Cincinnati's Gerardo Valenzuela suspended by MLS Disciplinary Committee | MLSSoccer.com The MLS Disciplinary Committee has issued the following ruling after Matchday 4 of the 2026 season.

MARCH 19 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Ban increased to two games Valenzuela has earned a two-match suspension due to the red card he received against New England Revolution.

Impact Valenzuela will now miss the next two MLS fixtures against Montreal and New York Red Bulls, respectively, so he'll be available again for an April 11 visit to Toronto. This news comes after the midfielder scored his first goal of the season during the same match in which he got sent off. Either Pavel Bucha or Samuel Gidi could fill in for him during the suspension period.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, gets sent off Sunday Valenzuela scored a goal before receiving a straight red card during Sunday's 6-1 loss to New England Revolution.

Impact Valenzuela opened the scoring via right-footed finish in the 19th minute but ended up leaving with a red card due to an intense foul in the 69th of the defeat. He'll be suspended for next weekend's clash against Montreal, so his next chance to return in league play could come in an April 4 visit to New York Red Bulls. He has featured as a central midfielder this year, so Pavel Bucha and Samuel Gidi could be among the first candidates to take his place.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Seven crosses Saturday Valenzuela registered one shot (one on goal), seven crosses (four accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Minnesota United.

Impact Although he and his side failed to find the back of the net Saturday, Valenzuela still had a productive match. He led the team in crosses (seven) and accurate crosses (four) and also managed to put one shot on target. He's had a productive start to the season filling in for Evander (leg), but he could see his playing time decrease significantly when Evander makes his return.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Denkey, Hagglund Lead FC Cincinnati 2-0 Past Atlanta United in MLS Season Opener

Kévin Denkey and Nick Hagglund scored late goals to lead FC Cincinnati to a 2-0 win over Atlanta United.

FEBRUARY 22 • FOX SPORTS

Denkey, Hagglund Lead FC Cincinnati 2-0 Past Atlanta United in MLS Season Opener

Power sub Valenzuela made nine starts in 23 MLS appearances during the 2025 season.

Impact Valenzuela was used exclusively as a substitute, proving highly effective when given playing time. He scored five goals and had one assist in 832 minutes, averaging around 0.5 goals and 3.5 shots per 90 minutes. Despite being low on the depth chart, the 21-year-old midfielder has the potential to become an MLS starter in the near future, especially having kept health the last two campaigns.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as a late sub Valenzuela assisted once to go with zero corners and three chances created in Saturday's 3-0 victory versus CF Montreal.

Impact Valenzuela came on as a sub with six minutes remaining in the game and managed to get his first assist of the season. He hasn't started an MLS game since the beginning of August. He had scored five goals since the beginning of the season.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cincinnati knocks off Montreal 3-0 to claim second seed in Eastern Conference

Defender Nick Hagglund, Evander Da Silva Ferreira and Brenner Souza all scored and Roman Celentano was untouchable as FC Cincinnati claimed second place in the Eastern Conference w...

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Three shots despite loss Valenzuela generated three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Charlotte FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 64th minute.

Impact Valenzuela took three shots, though only one of them was on goal during Sunday's loss. It was a disappointing defeat as Cincinnati controlled large portions of the match. Valenzuela also created a chance during the clash, putting together a solid all-around attacking showing. He has five goals and no assists in 19 appearances this season, including starts in four straight matches.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Orellano, Celentano help Cincinnati edge Real Salt Lake 1-0 to take lead in Eastern Conference

Luca Orellano scored late in the second half and Roman Celentano turned away seven shots as FC Cincinnati snapped Real Salt Lake’s five-match unbeaten run with a 1-0 victory, grabb...

JULY 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Starts, scores opener in win Valenzuela scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-0 win versus Inter Miami CF.

Impact Valenzuela scored the opener in the 16th minute with his fifth goal in the season. That was his sixth start in 16 overall appearances. The midfielder had a quiet outing stat-wise after that, though.

JULY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Messi's multi-goal streak ends in Inter Miami's 3-0 loss to FC Cincinnati

Lionel Messi’s MLS-record streak of scoring multiple goals in five straight matches ended in Inter Miami’s 3-0 loss to FC Cincinnati

JULY 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Owusu and CF Montreal host Cincinnati

Prince-Osei Owusu leads CF Montreal into a matchup with Cincinnati after scoring two goals against the Houston Dynamo

JUNE 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Feingold leads the New England Revolution against Cincinnati

Ilay Feingold leads the New England Revolution into a matchup with Cincinnati after scoring two goals against CF Montreal

JUNE 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Cincinnati plays D.C. United in conference action

Cincinnati and D.C

MAY 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Sebastien Ibeagha scores in stoppage time to rally Dallas to 3-3 draw with Cincinnati

Defender Sebastien Ibeagha scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage time as FC Dallas rallied for a 3-3 draw with FC Cincinnati

MAY 29, 2025 • Associated Press

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