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Leads team in tackles Rosales completed the 2026 MLS campaign with one goal and four assists across 30 appearances, including 28 starts.

Impact Rosales was one of Austin's most important two-way players, contributing one goal and four assists while regularly operating on the left side. He led the team with 53 tackles and added 26 interceptions and 21 clearances, highlighting his defensive workload. The Honduran also created 28 chances and attempted 35 shots, offering consistent attacking support alongside his defensive responsibilities. His four assists ranked second on the team behind Facundo Torres, underlining his importance at both ends of the pitch.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Serves suspension Rosales has served his two match suspension and will be an option for the trip to LAFC on Wednesday.

Impact Rosales received a two-match suspension, missing the San Diego and Nashville fixtures. Before the ban, he'd been in strong form with three assists across six appearances, adding 15 crosses, eight tackles, and seven chances created in that stretch.

OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended again Rosales was listed as out due to suspension for Saturday's match against Nashville.

Impact Rosales has been one of Austin's most important midfielders, providing defensive structure and connecting play through the middle and wide areas in a way that is difficult to replicate from the available depth. His absence forces the coaching staff to reorganize the starting lineup for a second straight fixture, with Mikkel Desler and Facundo Torres expected to provide cover on the right flank. Rosales should be available again for the following visit to LAFC.

OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Back in contention Rosales is available again after serving his one-match suspension against San Diego for yellow-card accumulation.

Impact Rosales is eligible to return after sitting out the San Diego match through suspension. He had been a consistent part of Austin's attack before his absence, providing three assists across his previous six appearances. Rosales has recorded one goal and four assists in 24 league appearances this season and should be in contention to immediately return to the lineup.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Missing San Diego clash Rosales registered two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus FC Dallas. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 48th minute and is set for...

Impact Rosales will miss the San Diego match after picking up a yellow card Saturday, triggering a one-match ban for accumulation. He's been a steady piece of Austin's attack lately, supplying three assists across his last six outings and totaling four assists and a goal through 24 league appearances.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Assists second in 2-1 win Rosales assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 3...

Impact Rosales assisted Christian Ramirez for the winner as his side won 2-1 against Vancouver. This brings the winger to four assists for the season and makes it three assists in the last five games. The assist came from his only chance created of the game, and he has created six chances in five games to get those three assists.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Back-to-back starts and assists Rosales assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Portland Timbers. In addition, he was given...

Impact Rosales capped off his August with back-to-back starts and assists as a wide player. He has one goal and three assists this season, the latter an improvement from his two last year. Rosales' improved G/A came in seven fewer appearances (21) with 19 created chances and 15 accurate crosses.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Oleksandr Svatok's stoppage-time goal helps Austin beat Timbers 2-1

Oleksandr Svatok scored his second goal of the season in the fourth minute of stoppage time to help Austin FC beat the Portland Timbers 2-1

AUGUST 30 • Associated Press

Assists in 1-1 draw Rosales assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Philadelphia Union.

Impact Rosales assisted Hines-Ike as he equalized for a 1-1 draw. This was his second assist of the season, matchinh his tally for goals and assists from last seaosn. He created two chances in the game, his third time reaching this amount so far this year.

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Nelson and Uzuni convert in first half as Austin FC blanks Houston Dynamo 2-0

Jayden Nelson scored in the 13th minute, and Myrto Uzuni added a goal in first-half stoppage time as Austin FC beat the Houston Dynamo 2-0

APRIL 26 • Associated Press

Scores in heavy defeat Rosales scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 5-1 defeat to San Jose Earthquakes. In addition, he w...

Impact Rosales opened the scoring against the San Jose Earthquakes as Austin suffered a heavy 5-1 defeat. This was his first goal of the season, having started in every game this season. He created two chances in the game and also took two shots. This was his second shot on target of the season and the first game in which he created two chances.

APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE

Earthquakes score 5 times after halftime and beat Austin FC 5-1 to move into 1st place in the West

Jack Jasinski secured his first MLS goal, Preston Judd scored two goals in six minutes, and the San Jose Earthquakes used a big second half to beat Austin FC 5-1 for their fifth vi...

APRIL 23 • Associated Press

Traded to Austin Rosales was traded from Minnesota to Austin and signed a three-and-a-half-year contract, guaranteed through June 2029 with an option for the 2029-30 season, his new club announced.

Impact Rosales spent the last four seasons with the Loons, making 128 appearances across all competitions with five goals and 18 assists while playing as a left back, wide midfielder, and box-to-box midfielder. Rosales has earned 34 senior caps for Honduras, starting all five matches at the 2025 Concacaf Gold Cup as the team reached the semifinals. Rosales also featured in nine of Honduras' ten matches during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign. Rosales began his professional career at CA Independiente in Panama, where he made 34 appearances and won Liga Panamena de Futbol Clausura titles in 2019 and 2020.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Austin FC acquire Joseph Rosales from Minnesota United | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - ATX receive: Joseph Rosales - MIN receive: $1.5 million, sell-on % Austin FC have acquired midfielder Josep...

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Back from suspension Rosales is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Rosales has served his suspension after receiving a red card against Seattle and is now available to play for the club. That said, his return will have to wait for the 2026 season since Minnesota are eliminated from the MLS playoffs. Rosales has been a regular starter this season, featuring in 28 games and logging 1,643 minutes while contributing one goal, two assists, 26 chances created and 75 crosses without setting new career highs. With his contract ending in 2027, Rosales should claim back a decent role for Minnesota heading into the 2026 season.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair scores winner in PK shootout as Minnesota United eliminates Sounders

Dayne St. Clair scored and Andrew Thomas hit the crossbar in a penalty-kick shootout that was decided by the goalkeepers in the 11th round, and Minnesota United staged a short-hand...

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Sent off Saturday Rosales received a straight red card in the 41st minute of Saturday's 3-3 (10-9) penalty shootout victory over Seattle Sounders.

Impact Rosales will be suspended for the next game due to a violent action he committed against Seattle. The versatile man has started as a left-back lately, and his absence will open up a spot in the lineup, most likely for Anthony Markanich to take. After that, Rosales should be back in contention on either flank.

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three crosses in start Rosales generated one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Since July, Rosales has somewhat alternated between starter and reserve, which he will look to put to bed as Minnesota's team prepares for playoff action. In 25 appearances (15 starts) this regular season, he logged one goal and two assists on 17 shots (five on goal), 71 crosses (23 accurate), 23 chances created and 19 corners. Defensively, Rosales logged 40 tackles (22 won), 29 clearances and 12 interceptions.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Successive appearances with assist Rosales assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Rosales provided the quick pass to setup Minnesota's lone goal Saturday as they earned a 1-0 victory at home over Seattle. The assist was his second of the season and second in as many appearances. In addition to his goal contribution, Rosales's five attempted crosses (one accurate) led the Minnesota attack. Over his last five appearances (three starts) the full-back has created seven chances.

AUGUST 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assist off bench Rosales assisted once to go with eight crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 2-1 defeat versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact Rosales capped off his July with two consecutive starts, both yielding disappointing performances. They could explain why the midfielder was benched Sunday, but he stepped up by logging his first assist of 2025. Rosales remains far from his seven-assist 2024 season, but he will hope his latest appearance is the beginning of a form turnaround.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Darren Yapi's two second-half goals lead Rapids to 2-1 victory over Minnesota United

Darren Yapi scored twice in the second half to spark the Colorado Rapids to a 2-1 victory over Minnesota United

AUGUST 11, 2025 • Associated Press

In starting XI Saturday Rosales (undisclosed) is in the initial lineup for Saturday's visit to St. Louis City.

Impact Rosales is ready to make his second straight start despite leaving the previous game with a minor issue. He'll consequently play in a left-wing role and could add crosses to his usual defensive work. His inclusion forces Owen Gene to wait for an opportunity on the bench this time.

JULY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with discomfort Rosales was forced to leave the field due to a potential injury during the second half of Saturday's 1-1 draw against Portland Timbers.

Impact Rosales was fairly active on the left flank of a back five before succumbing to a pain and being replaced by Owen Gene during the weekend clash. The Honduras international has been in and out of the starting lineup this year, but his absence would reduce the squad's wing-back options, with Anthony Markanich available as a strong alternative.

JULY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tani Oluwaseyi's goal, 2 assists help Minnesota beat the Earthquakes 4-1

Tani Oluwaseyi had a goal and two assists, Anthony Markanich scored a goal for the third consecutive game and Minnesota United beat the San Jose Earthquakes 4-1

JULY 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Returns from national team Rosales (international duty) has returned to the club after starting in Tuesday's 3-1 Gold Cup win over Chicago.

Impact Rosales is not going to miss anymore after he was called up by the Honduran national team, as the midfielder is now back in Charlotte after appearing in their 3-1 Gold Cup win on Tuesday. He will likely return to the rotational role he held before he was on international duty, starting in seven of his 12 appearances this campaign.

JULY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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