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NICK HAGGLUND #4 - DEFENDER - FC CINCINNATI
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Scores in 3-0 win Hagglund scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-0 win against CF Montreal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 49th minute.
Impact Hagglund returned to the starting lineup for the final game of the regular season and he picked up his only goal of the campaign with what was only his second shot on target of the year. He also made three clearances in the game as he helped his side win 3-0.
OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE
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OCTOBER 19 • THESTAR.COM
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Energetic defensive performance Hagglund generated seven clearancesand three interceptions in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Orlando City SC.
Impact Hagglund led the Cincinnati defensive effort Sunday with seven clearances across his 66 minutes of play as they earned a 1-1 draw versus Orlando. The central defender also registered three blocks for the second successive appearance. Hagglund has been limited to just 15 appearances (15 starts) this season due to injury.
OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE
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AUGUST 8 • CINCINNATI.COM
Unused from bench Hagglund (ribs) was unused off the bench in Wednesday's 3-0 win over Miami.
Impact Hagglund made his way back to the team sheet Wednesday, returning from his seven-match absence due to a rib injury for a spot on the bench. However, he wouldn't see the field, going unused off the bench. He did start in all but one of his appearances before the injury, so he will hope to see that spot back soon.
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Trains alone Hagglund (ribs) was seen training individually on the grass Friday, reports staff writer Carter Chapley.
Impact Hagglund is starting his rehab on the grass after missing the last month with rib surgery. He still needs a few more weeks to both recover and regain fitness, therefore will aim for a come back by the end of July.
JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE
Evander and Cincinnati host the Chicago Fire
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Expected to miss six weeks Hagglund (ribs) is expected to miss six weeks due to his surgery, according to manager Pat Noonan, per Laurel Pfahler of the Queen City Press.
Impact Hagglund will be out for a decent spell after undergoing rib surgery, as his manager did state the defender would miss around six weeks. He will hope this is a correct timeline, likely returning to play around mid-July. That said, the club will need a replacement while he is out, with Teenage Hadebe as a likely player to take over his role.
MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers fractured rib Hagglund will be out for the time being after suffering a fractured rib and lung damage, coach Pat Noonan said in a press conference, according to Laurel Pfahler for the QueenCityP...
Impact Hagglund was forced off in the 14th minute of Sunday's clash against Atlanta after suffering a fractured rib. He was transported to the hospital to undergo further examinations. He will be out for the foreseeable future until further notice, with Teenage Hadebe expected to see increased playing time in the backline until Hagglund fully recovers.
MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE
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Plays one half in season debuts Hagglund was in the starting squad for his first minutes of the season after his leg injury and played one half in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Atlanta.
Impact Hagglund played one half on Saturday as he built fitness for his first minutes of the season after recovering from a leg injury. He said in a press conference that he could have played 15 more minutes but felt his hamstrings tightening at halftime. His return adds depth to the backline, though he could remain a bench option like last season.
MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE
Unused sub Tuesday Hagglund (leg) was on the bench for Tuesday's 1-1 draw against Tigres in the CONCACAF, indicating he has fully recovered from his injury.
Impact Hagglund missed the opening games of the season due to a leg injury and has yet to make his season debut. However, he was on the bench on Tuesday, indicating he has fully recovered from his injury and could feature soon. His next opportunity to make his season debut will be against Toronto on Saturday.
MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE
Could see field Hagglund (leg) is questionable for Saturday's match against Philadelphia.
Impact Hagglund was not expected to be fit for the start of the season, which came true after missing the opener. However, he is now questionable, possibly fit in the second contest of the season. He was majorly affected by the injury last season, missing most of the campaign, although he did start in six of his 10 appearances when fit.
FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE
Not ready for start of season Hagglund (leg) is not expected to be ready for the start of the 2025 season as he is only expected to return to the team towards the end of preseason, the club announced.
Impact Hagglund's return to the pitch is still expected to be long journey as he had missed most of preseason following his broken leg injury last season. There is still no clear timeline of his return, though will not likely be back until April or May, the earliest.
FEBRUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE
Re-signs with Cincinnati Hagglund (leg) re-signed with Cincinnati on a deal through 2027.
Impact Hagglund re-signed with Cincinnati extending his contract with the club through 2027. The defender made just 10 appearances (six starts) with the club in 2024. Hagglund should play a larger role if he stays fit in 2025 and past that.
JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE
Contract expired Hagglund's contract has expired, though he remains in negotiations with Cincinnati.
Impact Hagglund is still in negotiations with Cincinnati, though if he can't agree to a new deal then he will be departing the club. The defender was limited by injuries in 2024, making just 10 appearances (six starts.) He played a huge role in the previous seasons though, and when fit, he should be a major contributor.
DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
FC Cincinnati's Nick Hagglund out for 2024 with ankle injury | MLSSoccer.com FC Cincinnati defender Nick Hagglund will miss the remainder of the 2024 MLS season after undergoing successful ankle ligament reconstructiv...
JULY 5, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Undergoes successful surgery Hagglund has undergone successful leg surgery and is set to miss the remainder of the season.
Impact Hagglund's season is confirmed over after he underwent surgery to repair a broken fibula suffered against New England. This is an unfortunate loss for the defender, who was already struggling with injuries this season, only starting six of the 10 games played in 2024. He will enter the final year of his contract in 2025, with his future with the club in jeopardy following this major injury.
JULY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
