LUCA ORELLANO NEWS

Returns to bench Orellano (leg) is on the bench for Monday's clash with Columbus.

Impact Orellano is back on the bench for Monday's clash after overcoming a leg injury. He wasn't deemed fit enough to start the clash, with Yuya Kubo getting the nod at left wing-back instead. Orellano could be back in the starting XI for the second match of the series, when he travels to Columbus on Nov. 2.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Remains questionable Orellano (leg) is questionable for Monday's match against Coumbus, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Orellano has been battling a leg injury and will remain with the questionable tag heading into Monday, likely needing to pass some testing to be an option. The club will hope to have the midfielder at their disposal, as he has started in 22 of his 27 appearances this season, notching two goals and five assists, with Dominik Maeczuk as a possible replacement after starting in their last match.

OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Uncertain for Monday Orellano (leg) is "day-to-day" to face Columbus on Monday, head coach Pat Noonan told Laurel Pfahler of The Queen City Press.

Impact Orellano didn't play in Decision Day but there's an outside chance he might be available to play Monday. He should be a starter if deemed healthy, as he's played regularly throughout the season.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Out for Decision Day Orellano (leg) is out for Saturday's clash with Montreal, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Orellano won't play on Decision Day due to the injury he suffered against RBNY. With Cincinnati sitting safely in the playoffs there's the chance Orellano isn't being risked in a rubber match. When healthy he's been a consistent part of the midfield off the left flank.

OCTOBER 17 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers potential injury in win Orellano played six minutes as a substitute before leaving with an undisclosed problem in Saturday's 1-0 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Orellano replaced Ender Echenique (undisclosed) but made a short appearance as he also had to abandon the match due to a blow. The Argentinian midfielder might be unable to play against Montreal after the international break, in which case there will be an opportunity for Dominik Marczuk on the right wing, or for Echenique if he achieves a faster recovery.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Orellano (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's clash versus Philadelphia Union.

Impact Orellano will look for his first MLS minutes since Aug. 10 after recovering from a muscle injury. His comeback is a boost to the team's attacking quality on the wings, as he could replace either Dominik Marczuk or Ender Echenique and perhaps take a few set pieces from Evander.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Trains fully again Orellano (hamstring) was back in full training again Thursday ahead of Saturday's match against Philadelphia, according to Laurel Pfahler of the Queen City Press.

Impact Orellano trained with the group a few days ago and is still working with his team, able to train fully Thursday. This does put him in a spot to potentially return Saturday. That said, he would likely see the start if fit, registering seven goal contributions in 22 appearances (19 starts) this season.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with group Orellano (hamstring) has trained with the group Tuesday, according to Luarel Pfahler of the Queen City Press.

Impact Orellano has seen a boost this week after he was spotted in training with the rest of his team. This does leave him in a spot to be fit for Saturday's match against Philadelphia, needing to continue to train with the team. That said, he will likely be a late call for their match on Saturday, needing to pass some testing to play.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Out with leg injury Orellano is out for Saturday's match against New York City FC due to a leg injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Orellano suffered an injury in their last outing, and that will keep him from playing for a bit, with the attacker out for at least their game against Philadelphia. That said, this will force a change as he is a starter, with Lukas Engel likely to be an option on the left flank.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Cincinnati hosts New York City FC in Eastern Conference play

Cincinnati and New York City FC hit the pitch in a conference matchup

AUGUST 22 • Associated Press

Wilfried Zaha and Kristijan Kahlina lead Charlotte to 1-0 victory over Cincinnati

Wilfried Zaha scored late in the second half and Kristijan Kahlina finished with seven saves as Charlotte FC beat FC Cincinnati 1-0 to run its win streak to five and complete a sea...

AUGUST 11 • Associated Press

Picks up injury against Charlotte Orellano left the field with an apparent muscle discomfort in Sunday's 1-0 loss to Charlotte.

Impact Orellano was active as a left wing-back before being forced off and replaced by Ender Echenique during the defeat. The Argentinian midfielder, who has started five of the last six league games, is at risk of missing upcoming action depending on how serious his problem turns out to be. His potential exclusion would likely mean more playing time for Echenique on the flank.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner off the bench Orellano had the winning goal off the bench in FC Cincinnati's 1-0 victory over Real Salt Lake.

Impact The forward delivered the winning moment in the 87th minute, pushing FC Cincinnati to the top spot in the Eastern Conference. Orellano should be a factor against Inter Miami Saturday, a team he had an assist against in the previous matchup.

JULY 20 • ROTOWIRE

FC Cincinnati scores late to top Real Salt Lake, maintain top spot in East FC Cincinnati forward Luca Orellano’s left-footed shot from outside the box sailed just inside the right side of the goal in the 87th minute...

JULY 20 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

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 • Associated Press

Assists against Inter Miami Orellano assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 3-0 win against Inter Miami CF.

Impact Orellano created Gerardo Valenzuela's opener in the 16th minute with his fifth assist in the season. He also took their lone corner kick in the match. The forward logged his 17th start in 19 overall appearances.

JULY 18 • 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 • Associated Press

Starts against Chicago Orellano (ankle) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game versus Chicago Fire.

Impact Orellano is expected to get significant playing time on the left flank following his recovery from a slight problem. He was in good form prior to the issue with one goal and an assist over his last two matches. Moreover, he's the team's second set-piece taker behind Evander.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Evander and Cincinnati host the Chicago Fire

Evander leads Cincinnati into a matchup with the Chicago Fire after scoring two goals against Orlando City

JULY 4 • Associated Press

Added to injury report Orellano (ankle) is a doubt for Saturday's trip to Orlando, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Orellano is a doubt Saturday as he struggles with an ankle injury. The midfielder would be a big loss if ruled out Saturday. He's been a consistent starting option at left wing-back and doesn't have a clear option behind him. Orellano's next chance to return is a July 5 clash with Chicago if he can't play Saturday.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

Aggressiveness finally pays off Orellano scored one goal to go with four shots (four on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Wednesday's 3-1 win over CF Montreal.

Impact 65 minutes into Cincinnati's latest game, Orellano dribbled his way into the opposing penalty box before he passed to Evander, on an unparalleled tear Wednesday. The latter perfectly set up his aforementioned teammate, who scored. In doing so, Cincinnati's 2025 scoresheet finally includes Orellano, who had been goalless since November.

JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in road win Orellano assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 win against New England Revolution. In addition, he...

Impact Orellano created Kevin Denkey's game-winner in the 26th minute with his third assist in the season. The forward also led Cincinnati in crosses during the match. He did receive his third yellow card in the proccess, though.

JUNE 17 • ROTOWIRE

Kévin Denkey's goal helps Cincinnati win 1-0, snap Revolution's nine-game unbeaten streak

Kévin Denkey scored in the 26th minute, Roman Celentano had two saves and FC Cincinnati beat the New England Revolution 1-0 to snap a four-game winless streak

JUNE 15 • 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 • Associated Press

Seven crosses Saturday Orellano generated one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Columbus Crew.

Impact Orellano made his return to the pitch Saturday after missing one match with a leg injury. He tied a season high with seven crosses, set a season high with six corners, and created multiple chances in his fifth straight start. He also won one tackle, made two clearances and won one duel before he was subbed off in the 78th minute for Deandre Yedlin.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE