Nathan Ordaz - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Six Starts in 2026 Ordaz made six starts in 17 MLS appearances during the 2026 season.

Impact Ordaz joined D.C. United from the Galaxy early in the season but was used primarily off the bench. He recorded one assist, created 13 chances and delivered 11 crosses (two accurate) across 669 minutes. The 22-year-old struggled to establish himself with his new club but remains a candidate for a larger role in 2027 given his potential.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Whitecaps Ordaz (international duty) is in the starting lineup to face Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday.

Impact Ordaz avoided an absence in club action as he didn't join El Salvador's national team before the weekend's match. Moreover, he'll see an extended outing in the absence of Tai Baribo (international duty) and Louis Munteanu (international duty) and could benefit from shooting volume, though he'll need to be efficient in a difficult fixture. The 22-year-old has two goals in the current campaign, but failed to record a direct contribution over his last 283 minutes of league play.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Set to represent El Salvador Ordaz will represent El Salvador during the upcoming international break in September and October.

Impact Ordaz will miss the trip to Vancouver on Saturday, Sept. 26, but he should be available when the MLS regular season resumes in the second weekend of October -- where D.C. United will visit Inter Miami. Ordaz in just three of his 11 appearances with DCU since being acquired from LAFC via trade, however, so his absence shouldn't have a big impact from a fantasy perspective.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Notches one shot Ordaz recorded one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 0-0 draw against Atlanta United.

Impact Ordaz would start for D.C. on Saturday, only his third start in 10 appearances since joining the club. However, it was his second start in their past outings, starting to see more time. He has yet to see much production in his time on the field, just hitting the 500-minute mark.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Assists for draw Ordaz assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Houston Dynamo.

Impact Ordaz provided the only assist during Wednesday's draw. The winger created a pair of chances before Tai Baribo finally finished one and gave him his assist. Ordaz will continue to be a threat in the back half of the season, especially if he can reliably link up with Baribo as a potentially lethal duo up top.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Tai Baribo scores in the 78th for DC United in 1-1 tie with Dynamo

Tai Baribo scored in the 78th minute for D.C. United in a 1-1 tie with the Houston Dynamo in the first game for both teams since the World Cup break

JULY 23 • Associated Press

DC United acquire Nathan Ordaz from LAFC | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - DC receive: Nathan Ordaz - LAFC receive: Up to $2.875 million D.C. United have acquired forward Nathan Orda...

JULY 13 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Traded to D.C. United Ordaz was acquired by D.C. United from LAFC, the club announced.

Impact Ordaz made nine MLS appearances this season with LAFC, scoring two goals and adding an assist across 501 minutes, and also featured in five CONCACAF Champions Cup matches. The forward spent three and a half seasons with LAFC after signing as a Homegrown player in 2022, tallying 14 goals and eight assists across 98 appearances in all competitions, with his best campaign coming in 2025 when he produced five goals and five assists in 26 MLS games. A U22 Initiative signing, Ordaz has also earned 14 caps for El Salvador, scoring twice. Ordaz is expected to add depth and flexibility to D.C. United's attack as he can operate as both a striker and a winger.

JULY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal in defeat Ordaz scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 4-1 loss against Houston Dynamo.

Impact Ordaz brought LAFC back into it at 2-1 in the 45th minute, attacking Jacob Shaffelburg's cross from the left before his left-footed strike took a deflection off a Houston defender and snuck into the net for his second MLS goal of the season. The finish gave LAFC a quick spark of momentum heading into halftime, even though Houston eventually pulled away to make things comfortable on the road. Ordaz has now started three straight MLS matches and is clearly carving out a bigger role than he held last season for the Black and Gold.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Jack McGlynn scores in each half to spark Dynamo to 4-1 victory over LAFC

Jack McGlynn scored a goal in each half and the Houston Dynamo thumped Los Angeles FC 4-1

MAY 11 • Associated Press

Minnesota United takes shutout streak into matchup against Los Angeles FC

Minnesota United heads into a matchup with Los Angeles FC after notching two straight shutout wins

APRIL 24 • Associated Press

Messi, MLS Champs Inter Miami Trounced 3-0 By LAFC in Season Opener

Lionel Messi and Inter Miami got off to a rough start in their MLS Cup title defense when David Martínez, Denis Bouanga and Nathan Ordaz sco...

FEBRUARY 22 • FOX SPORTS

Messi, MLS Champs Inter Miami Trounced 3-0 By LAFC in Season Opener

Scores late goal in opener Ordaz scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-0 victory against Inter Miami CF.

Impact Ordaz checked in for Son Heung-Min in the 89th minute and wasted no time making his presence felt. Deep into stoppage time, he burst straight through the middle and coolly buried Denis Bouanga's feed to cap off the three-goal advantage, putting an exclamation point on the night. The strike highlighted a ruthless closing stretch from LAFC in the season opeenr and elevated a strong win into a full-blown statement performance. Ordaz now figures to battle David Martinez for a spot in the starting attack moving forward.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Impressive for LAFC Ordaz made 17 goals in 29 MLS appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 season.

Impact Ordaz wrapped up his third season with LAFC, continuing his steady year-over-year improvement. He closed out 2025 with six goals and three assists, creating 23 chances and putting 16 shots on target. His strong form also earned him international call-ups with El Salvador. Despite a brief injury spell, the 21-year-old proved to be a dependable depth option, starting in 58 percent of LAFC's matches and positioning himself well for an expanded role in 2026.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal in win Ordaz scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 2-1 win versus Austin FC.

Impact Ordaz entered the match as a sub for Mathieu Choiniere in the 74th minute and delivered a key impact soon after, as he buried a shot from close range, assisted by Denis Bouanga in the 79th minute of play. The goal marked his sixth of the season, as this marked his second straight game with a shot, but his first shot on target in four appearances.

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ordaz's late goal lifts LAFC past Austin FC Nathan Ordaz scored in the 79th minute Wednesday night and Los Angeles FC knocked off visiting Austin FC 2-1 for a 1-0 lead in the teams' be...

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

LAFC wins MLS playoffs opener against Austin Nathan Ordaz scored an easy tap-in in the 79th minute to give LAFC a victory over Austin in the opener of their MLS playoff series.

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • LATIMES.COM

Nathan Ordaz scores easy tap-in in 79th minute to give LAFC a 2-1 win over Austin in MLS playoffs

Nathan Ordaz scored an easy tap-in in the 79th minute to give LAFC a 2-1 victory over Austin in the best-of-three series

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Signs new contract Ordaz has signed a new contract with LAFC until the end of the 2029 MLS season, the club announced Thursday. The deal also includes an option for 2030.

Impact Ordaz is one of the brightest young prospects in LAFC, and he's been rewarded with a new deal that represents that. During the 2025 season, the El Salvador international has started in 15 of his 25 appearances, tallying five goals, three assists, 27 shots and 22 chances created.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will represent El Salvador Ordaz has been called up for international duty with EL Salvador and will miss out against Toronto and Austin.

Impact Ordaz will once again miss time for LAFC as he travels for international duty, missing out Oct. 8 and Oct. 12 when facing Toronto and Austin. This will leave the club without some depth, but will force a change, as he has yet to appear in their past five games. He is expected to return before the playoffs when facing Colorado on Oct. 18.

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Atlanta Ordaz (strain) is on the bench Sunday versus Atlanta United.

Impact Ordaz has completed his recovery from a muscle issue that sidelined him during the last month. He has played in the center and on both wings this season, scoring five goals and three assists over 25 league games. Still, it's unclear if he'll get many opportunities with stars Son Heung-Min and Denis Bouanga leaving only one spot available between Ordaz, David Martinez and Timothy Tillman.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Officially questionable Ordaz (leg) is questionable for Wednesday's trip to Salt Lake, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Ordaz is questionable for Wednesday's clash despite a leg strain that was expected to sideline him for a couple weeks. It appears it wasn't nearly as serious as originally feared. With matches coming in quick succession the fact that this injury wasn't overly serious is a great sign that Ordaz might not miss much time.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers muscle strain Ordaz has suffered a muscle strain in Monday's 2-1 defeat against Suriname in the CONCACAF World Cup Qualifications, forcing him off before the break, according to El Salvador medi...

Impact Ordaz suffered a muscle strain in Monday's defeat against Suriname and was forced off before the break. The forward will be assessed once back in Los Angeles but his participation in Saturday's clash against San Jose is unlikely. If he misses the game, David Martinez will likely replace him in the frontline.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off injured Ordaz (undisclosed) was forced off right before the break in Monday's 2-1 defeat against Suriname in the CONCACAF World Cup Qualifications due to an injury.

Impact Ordaz suffered an undisclosed injury in Monday's defeat and was forced off right before the break. His exit clearly changed the course of the clash and left Salvador with little chance to win the game. The LAFC forward will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of his injury and whether he will have to miss time with his club. If the injury proves to be serious, David Martinez will likely replace him on the right wing for the Black and Gold.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances Saturday Ordaz generated one shot (zero on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against FC Dallas.

Impact Ordaz created three chances in Saturday's draw, his third time this season creating three or more. He added one off-target shot and one interception before he was subbed off in the 62nd minute for David Martinez.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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Tai Baribo scores in the 78th for DC United in 1-1 tie with Dynamo

Jack McGlynn scores in each half to spark Dynamo to 4-1 victory over LAFC

Minnesota United takes shutout streak into matchup against Los Angeles FC

Messi, MLS Champs Inter Miami Trounced 3-0 By LAFC in Season Opener

Nathan Ordaz scores easy tap-in in 79th minute to give LAFC a 2-1 win over Austin in MLS playoffs