Marcelo Saracchi - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Listed as questionable for Sunday Saracchi (lower body) is questionable for Sunday's game against Atlanta United.

Impact Saracchi has been in and out of the squad since joining Houston in the summer transfer window, limiting him to just one start and five appearances in league play. He didn't play in midweek against Seattle, and he's expected to be a game-time call for the weekend.

OCTOBER 31 • ROTOWIRE

Houston Dynamo take shutout streak into matchup against the Portland Timbers

The Houston Dynamo come into a matchup with the Portland Timbers after recording two straight shutout wins

OCTOBER 31 • Associated Press

On bench in SKC match Saracchi (lower body) is on the bench for Saturday's contest against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Saracchi has bounced back from a moderate issue which limited his involvement to 60 minutes of MLS play since joining the Dynamo in August. The defender will likely play a wide role, so he could threaten Franco Negri's place in future fixtures. If given meaningful playing time, Saracchi might produce through a variety of defensive stats.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC plays the Houston Dynamo on the heels of shutout win

A game after shutting out Atlanta United 2-0, Charlotte FC hosts the Houston Dynamo

SEPTEMBER 4 • Associated Press

Status unclear due to injury Saracchi could be sidelined Saturday versus San Jose Earthquakes due to a lower body concern, per the MLS Player Status Report.

Impact Saracchi had been listed as non-injury out in recent weeks and now returns to the report with a lower body designation, suggesting a physical setback has emerged or a prior issue has resurfaced, with the left-back playing just 60 minutes over two games since that last absence. His availability remains unclear for a Houston defensive unit that has been managing personnel challenges throughout the season. While his potential absence would be a considerable problem for the team, Lawrence Ennali has previously done a decent job when deployed as a full-back.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Clears status report ahead of Whitecaps Saracchi is not listed on Houston's injury report and appears set to be available for Wednesday's match against Vancouver Whitecaps, according to the MLS Player Status Report.

Impact Saracchi's absence from Saturday's match against the Galaxy was tied to non injury reasons, likely related to sorting out visa paperwork following his permanent move to MLS from Boca Juniors, and his clearance now points to a resolution of that issue. He spent last season on loan at Celtic, making 27 appearances across all competitions with a goal and two assists, and his career has also included stops at Danubio, River Plate, RB Leipzig, Galatasaray and Levante before settling at Boca in 2023. Saracchi is expected to compete with Lawrence Ennali for the starting left back role now that he's cleared to feature. His debut for Houston should give the club another experienced option down the left as they push for a playoff spot.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Houston Dynamo take shutout streak into matchup against the Vancouver Whitecaps

The Houston Dynamo come into a matchup against the Vancouver Whitecaps after putting together four straight shutout wins

AUGUST 18 • Associated Press

Listed as unavailable Saracchi (not injury related) is out for Saturday's game against the Galaxy.

Impact Saracchi is listed as unavailable "not due to injury", so there's a good chance he's sorting out his visa papers to be eligible. His next chance to play will come against the Whitecaps on Wednesday, Aug. 19.

AUGUST 14 • ROTOWIRE

Houston Dynamo acquire Uruguayan defender Marcelo Saracchi | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Houston Dynamo FC have acquired left back Marcelo Saracchi from Argentine powerhouse Boca Juniors, the club...

AUGUST 11 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Signs with Houston Dynamo Saracchi has joined Houston Dynamo FC on a full transfer through the 2028-29 season, with club options through 2030-31, the club announced.

Impact Saracchi spent last season on loan at Celtic, making 27 appearances across all competitions with one goal and two assists, before returning to Boca Juniors and now making a permanent move to MLS. His career has taken him through Uruguay's Danubio, River Plate, RB Leipzig, a loan at Galatasaray, and Levante before he settled in Argentina with Boca in 2023. He gives Houston a left-back with experience across several top leagues and continental competitions and is also a senior Uruguay international with 11 caps, most recently featuring in October 2025 friendlies. He will compete with Lawrence Ennali for a starting spot down the left.

AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in win Saracchi delivered one assist and created one chance in Friday's 4-2 win against Vallecano.

Impact Saracchi delivered a superb assist in the 26th minute to erase Vallecano's early lead. In his second game back from a ruptured ACL injury, Saracchi proved his worth to the Levante squad by creating opportunities and delivering difficult passes. With the conclusion of the 2021 season, Saracchi is looking forward to rehabilitating his injury in hopes for a successful 2022 campaign.

MAY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Alaves Saracchi (knee) is in Levante's starting lineup for Sunday's clash against Alaves.

Impact Saracci hasn't played since tearing his ACL in July, but he is fit now and making his first appearance at left back since joining Levante in February.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rupturs ACL before season Saracchi ruptured his ACL and will miss at least six months following surgery.

Impact Saracchi went on loan to Galatasaray a year and a half ago, but this injury will keep him from going elsewhere. Once healthy, he'll look to make his next move, as there may not be a role on RB Leipzig for him.

JULY 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Trailing 1-0, Cologne responds with 9 goals in German Cup

Rhine rivals Borussia Moenchengladbach and Cologne scored 20 goals between them to advance from the first round of the German Cup on Sunday

AUGUST 19, 2018 • FOX SPORTS

Leipzig sporting director Rangnick is interim coach again

LEIPZIG, Germany (AP) Leipzig's sporting director Ralf Rangnick is taking over as coach again while the club waits for Hoffenheim's Julian Nagelsmann to join in 2019.

JULY 9, 2018 • FOX SPORTS

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Houston Dynamo take shutout streak into matchup against the Portland Timbers

Charlotte FC plays the Houston Dynamo on the heels of shutout win

Houston Dynamo take shutout streak into matchup against the Vancouver Whitecaps

Trailing 1-0, Cologne responds with 9 goals in German Cup

Leipzig sporting director Rangnick is interim coach again