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Substitute option against Austin Paulo (knee) is on the bench in Sunday's visit to Austin FC.

Impact Paulo has been inactive since June 28 due to the issue, but he resumed training in August and made the match squad in time to see some action in the final regular-season weeks. He made eight MLS appearances (four starts) before getting hurt, recording 11 tackles, nine interceptions and six crosses during that period. He could eventually be included in a midfield spot as either Cristian Roldan's or Obed Vargas' backup.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable once more Paulo (knee) is a doubt for Tuesday's trip to Miami, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Paulo is an injury doubt for Tuesday's clash after being deemed questionable. The midfielder returned to training in August and has been slowly ramping up his workload. He last appeared in June, coming off the bench before suffering the injury. Paulo would likely be a depth option for the most part when fit.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available next week Paulo (knee) could be back available next week, coach Brian Schmetzer said to the media, according to Jackson Felts of 93.3 KJR radio.

Impact Paulo has missed the last eight MLS games due to a knee injury that required a minor surgery for a meniscus clean-up. The veteran midfielder has been participating in training for the past two weeks and is expected to be back available next week either for the game against Inter Miami midweek or against Austin next Sunday. That said, he had only a rotational role prior to his injury and will likely find that role again for the final stretch of the season when fit.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Participates in training Paulo (knee) participated in training warmups on Tuesday and is close to returning, coach Brian Schmetzer said to the media, according to Jackson Felts from 93.3 KJR radio. "They p...

Impact Paulo suffered a knee injury in late June that has sidelined him since then and required a small surgery for a meniscus clean-up. The midfielder participated in the warmups of team training on Tuesday, suggesting he isn't far from making his return, as he could be back after the international break for the next game against LA Galaxy on Sept. 13. That said, he had only a rotational role prior to his injury and will likely find that role again for the final stretch of the season when fit.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Musovski and the Seattle Sounders visit Minnesota United

Danny Musovski leads the Seattle Sounders into a matchup with Minnesota United after a two-goal showing against the LA Galaxy

AUGUST 15 • Associated Press

Expected back on field Thursday Paulo (knee) is expected to be back on the field on Thursday, coach Brian Schmetzer said in a press conference, according to Niko Moreno of Pulso Sports.

Impact Paulo missed the last six MLS games due to a knee injury that turned out to be less serious than expected, as a torn ACL was ruled out. He underwent surgery in late July for a meniscus clean-up and is nearing the end of his recovery, with a return to the training pitch expected on Thursday. That said, his timeline for return is yet to be confirmed.

AUGUST 14 • ROTOWIRE

Musovski leads the Seattle Sounders against Atlanta United

Danny Musovski leads the Seattle Sounders into a matchup with Atlanta United after scoring two goals against the San Jose Earthquakes

JULY 25 • Associated Press

Expected to return in 2025 Paulo is expected to return in 2025 after that his ACL revealed to be fully intact, coach Brian Schmetzer said in a press conference, according to the club. "I'm just so happy. And...

Impact Paulo suffered what was originally reported as an ACL injury at the beginning of the month and underwent knee surgery on July 21 in Los Angeles. Orthopedic surgeon Bert R. Mandelbaum found that his ACL was fully intact. Rather than undergoing ACL reconstruction surgery, the midfielder only needed a meniscus clean-up. This is good news for the Sounders since he should be back in six to eight weeks following his rehabilitation. That said, Paulo has mainly been a bench option this season, and should keep that role when back.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado Rapids play the Seattle Sounders after shutout victory

A game after shutting out the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-0, the Colorado Rapids face the Seattle Sounders

JULY 15 • Associated Press

Will miss rest of 2025 season Paulo will miss the rest of the 2025 MLS season due to an ACL injury, Niko Moreno of MLS.com reports.

Impact The Brazilian midfielder tore the same ACL he operated on a few years ago, and he's going to be sidelined for an extended period, effectively ending his 2025 campaign. This is the second Seattle player who will miss the rest of the season with an ACL injury, as it also happened to Paul Arriola (knee).

JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Jordan Morris becomes Seattle's all-time goals leader, Sounders beat LAFC 5-2

Jordan Morris became Seattle’s career leader for goals scored, Kalani Kossa-Rienzi scored his first MLS goal, and the Sounders beat Los Angeles FC 5-2

MARCH 9 • Associated Press

Negotiating with Sounders Paulo remains negotiations with Seattle, the club announced.

Impact Paulo is still negotiating a return to Seattle, but is currently set for free agency. The midfielder played a smaller role in 2024, as injuries limited him to just 1,450 minutes and 25 appearances. Paulo should continue to see chances in the starting XI if he remains.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for Colorado match Paulo (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's trip to Colorado Rapids.

Impact Paulo was inactive throughout September but returned to training at the end of the month and made the match squad Saturday. His comeback should strengthen the team's defensive midfield, adding some depth behind Cristian Roldan and Obed Vargas. The Brazilian can't be trusted for a lot of minutes yet but he may still produce from passes, set pieces and defensive actions.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Spotted in training Thursday Joao Paulo (calf) was spotted in training Thursday and could be an option to face the Dynamo on Saturday, Jeremiah Oshan of Sounders at Heart reports.

Impact The Brazilian midfielder has missed the Sounders' last three games, and while his availability for Saturday remains uncertain, his return to training is certainly an encouraging sign. Joao Paulo has started in all but four of his appearances this season, but he might be available off the bench Saturday as long as he's deemed fit by the Sounders' staff.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out once more Paulo (calf) is out for Saturday's trip to Columbus, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Paulo isn't an option for Saturday's clash as he struggles with a calf issue. The midfielder will likely be replaced by a different option, though Obed Vargas is also unavailable. for Saturday's match. Paulo went unused on the bench against Portland last time out.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back for Seattle Paulo (concussion) started and played 90 minutes during Thursday's 3-1 win over the Galaxy.

Impact Paulo had to come off at halftime against Necaxa with a likely concussion, however all tests came back clean and was able to return to the starting XI for Seattle. He had started all three Leagues Cup games for the side and is set to remain there following their win over the Galaxy.

AUGUST 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoing concussion tests Paulo is being tested for a concussion after leaving the field at halftime in Sunday's Leagues Cup match against Nexeca, according to manager Brain Schmetzer, per Jeremy Peterman o...

Impact Paulo is one of two players who could be heading to the injury list for the Sounders, with the midfielder undergoing testing for a concussion following his early exit Sunday. He is a regular starter, starting in 15 of his 19 appearances this campaign, so the club will hope for the player to pass testing and not miss time with his issues. However, if he does end up having a concussion, expect him to miss around a week or two of action, likely returning before MLS play starts again.

AUGUST 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of 2024 Joao Paulo assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Joao Paulo cushioned a chip over the backline of Kansas City to setup Seattle's lone goal during their 2-1 loss. He also contributed a clearance, block and interception each to the Seattle defensive effort. The assist was Joao Paulo's first assist of the season through 11 appearances (nine starts). He has now started in seven successive matches but has not played the full 90 minutes in any of those starts.

JUNE 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts eight crosses Joao Paulo generated eight crosses (one accurate) and six corners in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Real Salt Lake.

Impact Joao Paulo was central to Seattle's effort to provide service into the box Wednesday during their 1-1 draw with Real Salt Lake. In addition to his 14 crosses and corners combined, Joao Paulo contributed two tackles (two won), four interceptions and two clearances to the defensive effort. After missing the first five matches of the season due to injury, Joao Paulo has now made 10 appearances (eight starts) through Seattle's first 16 matches.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Box-to-box performance Joao Paulo generated one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (four accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC. In addition, he was given a yellow...

Impact Joao Paulo was yet again the engine for the Seattle midfield Saturday as they drew 1-1 with Vancouver. In addition to the aforementioned offensive output, Joao Paulo also contributed three tackles (two won), three interceptions and a clearance to the defensive effort. Joao Paulo has appeared in Seattle's most recent four league matches. In that time, he's created seven chances and attempted 14 crosses (eight accurate). He has yet to register a goal contribution in 2024.

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Workmanlike performance Joao Paulo had three shots (one on goal), five crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Joao Paulo worked the ball into the box from the wide areas during Seattle's 0-0 draw with Los Angeles Galaxy on Sunday by attempting five crosses (three accurate) and two corners en route to creating two chances. In addition to his offensive production, Joao Paulo added three tackles (two won), an interception and a clearance to the defensive effort. After missing the beginning of the season due to a hip injury, Joao Paulo has yet to make a goal contribution during his five appearances (three starts). He supplied four assists over 35 appearances (34 starts) in 2023.

MAY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eight crosses in loss Joao Paulo recorded one shot (zero on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-1 loss to D.C. United.

Impact Joao Paulo attempted a team-high eight crosses (one accurate) and created two chances Saturday as Seattle fell 1-2 to D.C. United. The match marked Joao Paulo's second successive start and fourth appearance this season after missing the beginning of the campaign while recovering from a hip injury. Joao Paulo's fitness throughout the season will dictate his ability to impact the Sounders' attack. In the two campaigns in which Joao Paulo exceeded 30 appearances for the club (2020 & 2023), he attempted more than 100 crosses and created at least 26 chances in each season.

APRIL 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Paulo (hip) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Montreal.

Impact Paulo will be making his return after getting upgraded to questionable this week, making his season debut on the team sheet following his recovery from a hip issue. The midfielder will now hope to get in the starting XI in the club's next match, as he was expected to be a starter coming into the season before being hindered by his complications.

APRIL 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Officially questionable Paulo (hip) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Montreal, according to the Seattle injury report.

Impact Paulo was officially upgraded to questionable for Saturday's clash. The midfielder got back in full training earlier in the week and barring any late setback he's expected to get back on the pitch Saturday.

APRIL 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Training Thursday Paulo (hip) is training Thursday, according to Jeremiah Oshan of Sounder at Heart.

Impact Paulo returned to full team training ahead of Saturday's clash with Montreal though there was no full update on his availability. The midfielder has missed the opening five matches of the season but when back to full fitness he should be one of the most important pieces of the starting XI.

APRIL 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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