Impact Joaquin will likely return to center back Friday, having served a one match suspension against Real Salt Lake. He has collected 23 clearances in the last five MLS games, starting four of those contests.
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Suspension served Joaquin has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the trip to Colorado on Friday.
Picks one match ban Fernandez will miss Saturday's game against Salt Lake due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the league, resulting in a one-match ban.
Impact Fernandez has accumulated five yellow cards in MLS and will be suspended for Saturday's match against Salt Lake. He has been a regular starter in the backline for Sporting Kansas, so his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with young Ian James a possible replacement for that game.
JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE
Segal leads the Houston Dynamo against Sporting Kansas City
Gabe Segal leads the Houston Dynamo into a matchup with Sporting Kansas City fresh off of a two-goal showing against New York City FCMAY 30 • Associated Press
On bench Saturday Joaquin (hamstring) is among the substitutes for Saturday's match against New England Revolution.
Impact Joaquin hasn't played in one month and may not see plenty of minutes yet, but a return to the match squad is a good sign for the defender, who made seven starts between February and April. He's likely to challenge Robert Voloder and Jansen Miller at center-back in future fixtures. In that case, Joaquin could be reliable for his average of five clearances per game.
MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE
Unlikely for Sunday Joaquin (hamstring) is unlikely for Sunday's match against the Galaxy, according to manager Kerry Zavagnin, per Daniel Sperry of the KC Star.
Impact Joaquin missed the last outing and will likely make it two straight Sunday, as he has been announced as unlikely for the match. This is unfortunate for the club due to the defender typically being a usual starter. That said, unless he sees a major boost, he will likely look ahead to the May 10 match against the Timbers for a return.
APRIL 29 • ROTOWIRE
Not likely to play Saturday Fernandez (hamstring) is not expected to play against Cincinnati on Saturday, according to Thad Bell of the KC Soccer Journal.
Impact Fernandez exited the 5-3 win over San Jose due to a hamstring problem, so it's not surprising to see him sidelined for this weekend's clash. If he ends up being ruled out, which is the most likely scenario, then his next chance to play would come against the Galaxy on Sunday, May 4.
APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE
Forced off at halftime Joaquin was forced off at halftime of Sunday's 5-3 victory against San Jose due to a hamstring injury, according to Chad Smith for KC Soccer Journal.
Impact Joaquin couldn't continue after the break after suffering a hamstring injury in the first half on Sunday. He had a solid outing before that, registering one tackle and seven clearances. He was replaced by Robert Voloder, who could see increased playing time in the backline if the injury proves to be serious.
APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE
Starts versus St. Louis Joaquin (back) has been included in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against St. Louis City.
Impact Joaquin's return is expected to provide a boost to his side's back line as he takes a center-back spot from Dany Rosero on Saturday. It will be the fifth league appearance of the season for Joaquin, whose average of 5.5 clearances per game is the highest on the squad.
APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE
Sporting Kansas City looks for first win of the season, hosts Saint Louis City SC
Sporting Kansas City aims for its first win of the season when it hosts Saint Louis City SCAPRIL 4 • Associated Press
Questionable Saturday Fernandez (back) is questionable for Saturday's clash with LAFC, Kansas City announced.
Impact Fernandez is a doubt for Saturday's clash due to a back injury. The defender has started and played the full 90 in each of the last three matches. Fernandez would be a major loss with Dany Rosero (ankle) also in doubt.
MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE
Makes seven clearances at Austin Joaquin registered seven clearances in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Austin FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 35th minute.
Impact Joaquin had a good defensive outing and led KC in clearances, but it wasn't enough to avoid the loss on the road. The centerback also received his first yellow card in the proccess. He logged just two starts for the club in 2024, with five tackles and six clearances over that span.
FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE
Scores own goal at Dallas Joaquin registered an own goal and one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to FC Dallas.
Impact Joaquin scored against his own net in the 40th minute to double Dallas' lead before halftime. That was his second start after transferring from Turkey in August. The centerback finished the season with six clearances and five tackles over that span.
OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Signs with Kansas City Joaquin has signed a deal through 2025 to join Kansas City out of free agency, according to his new club.
Impact Joaquin is making his way across the pond to join MLS after a successful early spell in his career in Europe. He most recently played in the Turkish league with Trabzonspor, starting in six of his 17 appearances. That said, he is likely to serve in anywhere from a rotational to a starting role with his new club, being a solid veteran pickup that can serve as a decent two-way option.
AUGUST 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for season finale Joaquin (strain) is not in Valladolid's match day squad for Sunday's clash against Getafe.
Impact Joaquin ends the season injured having scored a goal and kept five clean sheets across 27 La Liga appearances (24 starts) in central defense. The 27-year-old is out of contract with Valladolid this summer.
JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Absent from training Joaquin (undisclosed) was absent from training Tuesday, Valladolid announced.
Impact Joaquin continued to work individually on the sideline in training Tuesday. The defender missed a scoreless draw with Almeria due to the injury and is a doubt for Sunday's finale against Getafe. David Torres could start in the finale if Joaquin is unable to return.
MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off early Joaquin (undisclosed) was forced off after 16 minutes during Tuesday's clash with Barcelona.
Impact Joaquin made it just 16 minutes before being forced off Tuesday. The defender has been a nailed-on starter in recent matches, anchoring the center of the defense. David Torres replaced Joaquin and could see an increased role in the close stages of La Liga depending on the severity of the injury.
MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores own goal in defeat Joaquin recorded an own goal and two interceptions in Sunday's 5-2 defeat against Atletico Madrid.
Impact Joaquin added on to Atletico's goal total with an own goal Sunday. He's started the last six matches in a row while totaling 19 clearances and 10 interceptions in that span. This brings him to an average of 3.7 clearances a game.
MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Taken off with injury Joaquin generated two tackles (two won), four clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Elche. He was subbed off due to a strain injury in the 62nd minute.
Impact Joaquin was forced to come off the pitch Saturday after suffering from muscular issues. He has started in 16 of the 18 matches played, totaling a goal with 23 tackles (22 won) and 17 interceptions. He has been giving more playing time of late because of his accuracy to complete tackles, winning 95% of all tackles attempted thus far.
MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Logs seven clearances in win Joaquin made seven clearances, one interception and two blocks while helping his side to keep a clean sheet during Sunday's 1-0 win over Valencia.
Impact Joaquin returned to the team after missing the previous match and was rock-solid at the heart of the defense, pacing his side in clearances and prevailing over opposing forwards, especially during the second half. With 17 clearances over his last three starts, the center-back is one of Valladolid's biggest hopes for achieving the stability needed to stave off relegation.
JANUARY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores in win over Celta Joaquin scored a goal off his lone shot and made two tackles (both won), one clearance and one block during Wednesday's 4-1 win over Celta Vigo.
Impact Joaquin didn't have brilliant numbers on defense but made up for on the other end, beautifully heading home a corner kick from the right to give his side a 2-1 lead in the 62nd minute. This was the first goal of the campaign for the center-back, who will probably be much busier defensively during the upcoming games.
OCTOBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Comes off after 33 minutes Joaquin played for 33 minutes and conceded a yellow card during Saturday's 3-2 win over Getafe.
Impact Joaquin has started in all but one of his seven appearances this season but a dismal performance saw him replaced after a third of the match. While still a reliable member of the back line, he'll have to step up his form if he's not to be replaced by Zou Feddal in the coming weeks.
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