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Option picked up Nwobodo's option for 2025 was picked up, Cincinnati announed.

Impact Nwobodo will be back in Cincinnati for 2025 after his option was picked up. The midfielder is also dealing with an ankle injury, but is hoping to be fit and available for pre-season. The midfielder played a huge role for the third straight season, making 33 appearances (32 starts.)

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Played with ankle injury Nwobodo played the final matches of the season with an injured ankle and is set to undergo treatment during the offseason, per Laurel Pfahler of the Queens City Press.

Impact Nwobodo completes his third full season in Cincinnati as a starter in the midfield. He assisted once while leading the team in assists with 74, while also collecting 58 interceptions and 34 clearances. Nwobodo will use the offseason to recover from his ankle injury and aim for a return in 2025, where he has an option for an extra season if Cincinnati decides to pick that option up.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Nwobodo has served his one match suspension and is set to be an option for Wednesday's match against the Chicago Fire.

Impact Nwobodo will likely return to his starting XI position after serving two suspensions since June 30. He's been averaging about 2.3. tackles in the midfield, recording an assist in 19 appearances for the team, 18 of them coming as starts.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended again Nwobodo assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 6-1 victory against Inter Miami CF. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 55t...

Impact Nwobodo will receive another suspension, this time for yellow card accumulation. He's been able to collect 23 tackles with 15 interceptions in the last eight matches, assisting once in that span. The midfielder is set to be replaced by Kevin Kelsy in the lineup again on Saturday, with Yuya Kubo likely to move back in the midfield.

JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Clear suspension Nwobodo has served his one match suspension and will be an option for Saturday's trip to DC United.

Impact Nwobodo is set to return to the lineup after having served a one match suspension for a red card. Prior to his suspension, the defender had started the last 13 matches in a row for Cincinnati, recording, 28 tackles, 25 interceptions, and 19 clearances. He's also started at 16 of the 17 games played, averaging about 2.4 tackles per contest.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against New England Nwobodo was sent off during the second half of Saturday's clash with New England.

Impact Nwobodo was handed his marching orders in the second half and is now set for a ban. The midfielder will miss a Saturday trip to Dallas while suspended, with his first chance to return coming during a July 3 trip to D.C.

JUNE 22 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in the defense Nwobodo had three tackles (three won), one clearance and three interceptions in Wednesday's 2-0 defeat versus Nashville SC.

Impact Nwobodo was pretty solid in the defense despite the loss, registering one clearance, three interceptions and three tackles won. He has now started in 10 straight matches, notching 15 clearances, 18 interceptions and 19 tackles during that span.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Option off bench Nwobodo (leg) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Charlotte.

Impact Nwobodo was spotted in training throughout the week and he appears set to make a full return as he is back on the bench. The midfielder wasn't deemed fit enough for the starting XI, meaning he may have to wait until an April 6 clash with RBNY to get back in the first team.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available Saturday Nwobodo (leg) is expected to be available for selection Saturday against Charlotte, manager Pat Noonan told media, including Lauren Pfahler of The Queen City Press, on Thursday.

Impact The central midfielder has been a regular starter for Cincinnati, and while his involvement in Thursday's session will be pivotal in determining his availability for the matchup against Charlotte, Noonan's words indicate he'd at least make the bench. Nwobodo started all three games played for the team while generating 11 tackles (six won), four interceptions and three clearances.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Integrates to group training Nwobodo (leg) began to train with the team, but was only involved in parts of it, per Laurel Pfahler of the Queens City Press.

Impact Nwobodo is back on the grass and training with the ball and his teammates following his leg injury. He will aim to be fit for April 6 match versus RBNY, barring any setbacks. The midfielder started all three games played for the team while generating 11 tackles (six won), four interceptions and three clearances.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

Starts jogging Nwobodo (leg) has begun jogging on the grass Tuesday, per FC Cincinnati beat writer Pat Brennan.

Impact Nwobodo is working on his return to the pitch after missing the last two matches with a leg injury. He is still about a week out from returning, where he will likely not be an option for Saturday's trip to Charlotte. In the meantime, Pavel Bucha and Yaya Kubo will continue to get the start in the midfield for the team.

MARCH 26 • ROTOWIRE

Earns questionable tag Nwobodo (leg) was upgraded to questionable for Saturday's match against NYC FC.

Impact Nwobodo didn't train earlier in the week but is now upgraded to questionable. The midfielder will be a consistent starting option when deemed fully fit and available, though the fact he didn't train throughout the week puts him on the more doubtful side of questionable.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Still not training Nwobodo (leg) is still dealing with injury and is expected to be doubtful for Saturday's match versus New York City F.C, per FC Cincinnati writer Pat Brennan.

Impact Nwobodo had to miss last match after picking up a leg injury against D.C United. Since he is not training yet, he will likely not be an option for Saturday, depending on his recovery. In the meantime, Yuya Kubo will continue to get the start in the midfield, alongside Pavel Bucha.

MARCH 19 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers undisclosed injury Nwobodo had four tackles (one won), one clearance and one interception in Sunday's 0-0 draw against D.C. United. He was subbed off due to injury in the 32nd minute.

Impact An undisclosed injury caused Nwobodo to play less than one half Sunday. So now, his availability is questionable as Cincinnati's team prepares for its game at New England next Sunday. Malik Pinto and Yuya Kubo are the prime candidates to re-enter Cincinnati's starting XI should Nwobodo be out then.

MARCH 12 • ROTOWIRE

Plays big minutes Nwobodo scored twice and added three assists during 33 appearances (32 starts) in 2023.

Impact Nwobodo played an absolutely massive role in 2023, piling on five goal contributions and nearly pushing for 3,000 minutes. The defensive midfielder was one of the first names on the team sheet by the end of the season and set a plethora of career-highs. Nwobodo should be one of the most important pieces for Cincinnati in 2024.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to bench Nwobodo (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Columbus.

Impact Nwobodo returns to the bench for Saturday's match after missing one match with an undisclosed issue. It appears he wasn't fully fit to go as Yuya Kubo remains in the starting XI on Saturday.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Nwobodo (undisclosed) was training individually ahead of Saturday's Eastern Conference semifinals match versus the Philadelphia Union, per FC Cincinnati beat reporter Pat Brennan,

Impact Nwobodo left during the 69th minute during the penalty shootout win against the Red Bulls on Nov 4 with an undisclosed injury. He did have almost three weeks to recover as he is still listed as questionable for Saturday. The midfielder has started the last 11 games in a row, totaling an assist with 25 tackles and 18 clearances.

NOVEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers three interceptions Nwobodo registered three interceptions and three clearances in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Atlanta United.

Impact Nwobodo will end the regular season as a starter, making all 30 appearances in the starting XI. He also recorded two goals and three assists, his career high during just his second season in the MLS.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist versus Charlotte Nwobodo provided an assist and made four tackles (two won), one clearance and three interceptions during Saturday's 3-0 win over Charlotte.

Impact Nwobodo once again brought his usual defensive contributions to the table but this time he was also able to help on offense, being credited with an assist on his side's third goal. A steady presence in the middle of the park, Nwobodo is one of MLS' most reliable players for fantasy purposes among defensive midfielders.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Serves suspension Nwobodo served his one-match suspension and is set to be available for Wednesday's match against Atlanta United.

Impact Nwobodo has been on a good streak of late, starting the last nine league matches while totaling a goal with 35 tackles (28 won) and 12 interceptions. He is expected to return to the lineup for Wednesday's clash with Atlanta United in the midfield.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will serve another suspension Nwobodo recorded three tackles (two won), one clearance and one interception in Sunday's 3-0 loss versus Columbus Crew. In addition, he was given his eighth yellow card in the 47th...

Impact Nwobodo picked up his eighth yellow card of the season and will serve another one match suspension. He's been one of the most reliable players in the midfield for the team, missing just three matches all season and starting in all 21 appearances. In his absence, Yuya Kubo could take the start at center midfield alongside Junior Moreno.

AUGUST 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets game winning goal Nwobodo scored a goal while taking two shots (one on goal), making two interceptions and four tackles (winning all four) during Wednesday's 2-1 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Nwobodo found the back of the net in the 93rd minute scoring a late goal to claim all three points for Cincinnati. The goal was the midfielder's first since the opening weekend of MLS as Nwobodo is more known for his consistent defensive presence in midfield with 26 in his past seven matches as he's a locked in starter.

JULY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in draw Nwobodo had two shots (one on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus New England Revolution. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 36th minute...

Impact Nwobodo had plenty to do during Saturday's draw, making three tackles and taking a pair of shots. The midfielder also made two clearances in defensive midfield. Nwobodo is in the midst of an excellent 2023 season, with five goal contributions setting a new career-high while also piling on defensive volume.

JULY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible for return Nwobodo has served his one-match suspension for yellow card accumulation and will be eligible to return for Saturday's clash with the Chicago Fire.

Impact Nwobodo is expected to return to starting center midfielder after making starts in 12 of his appearances this season. Within that span, he's totaled a goal, two assists, 30 interceptions, 31 tackles (20 won) and 34 clearances.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against Colorado Nwobodo took a shot on target and assisted a goal in Saturday's 1-0 victory against the Rapids. He also made four clearances, an interception and won one of one tackles in the matc...

Impact Nwobodo set up Dominique Badji's winning goal Saturday for his second assist in his last three league games. The midfielder also picked up his fifth booking of the season, meaning he'll be suspended for the midweek clash against NYCFC. Marco Angulo, Yuya Kubo and Malik Pinto are all options to replace him in the XI.

MAY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE