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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

Assists in home win Nwobodo assisted once to go with zero corners and three chances created in Wednesday's 3-0 win versus CF Montreal. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 34th minute.

Impact Nwobodo assisted Brandon Vazquez in the 65th minute in the third goal of the match to seal the home win. That was his first assist in the season, to go with one goal as well. The midfielder also received his fourth yellow card of the season, though.

MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively Nwobodo had one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against New England Revolution.

Impact Nwobodo had plenty to do behind the ball during Saturday's draw, making three tackles and four interceptions. The defensive midfielder had everything to do in defensive midfield and turned in his best defensive showing of 2023. Nwobodo has yet to get on the scoresheet after registering a pair of goal contributions in the opening match, while taking just two shots since his opening day goal.

MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three tackles in loss Nwobodo recorded one tackle (zero won), one clearance and three interceptions in Sunday's 5-1 loss to St. Louis City SC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 27th minute.

Impact Nwobodo returned to the lineup after missing the last two matches with a hamstring injury. He is already on pace to surpass his career high for interceptions with 18 already, upping his average to three a game. On top of this, the midfielder is averaging two tackles a contest with 16 (six won) thus far.

APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to full training Nwobodo (hamstring) was back training with the team on Thursday, Laurel Pfahler of the Queen City Press reports. He is no longer listed in Cincinnati's injury report for Saturday's...

Impact Nwobodo seems ready to return to the squad this weekend after missing FCC's last two games with a hamstring injury. He will hope to be fit enough to start in midfield and replace Luciano Acosta (shoulder) in the XI.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training individually Nwobodo (hamstring) was training off to the side with FC Cincinnati on Tuesday, Laurel Pfahler of the Queen City Press reports.

Impact Nwobodo has missed his side's last two games with a hamstring injury, but he returned to individual training on Tuesday and can hope to be available in some capacity to face St. Louis City at the weekend.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains absent from training Nwobodo (hamstring) was absent from training Wednesday, according to Pat Brennan of USA Today.

Impact Nwobodo remains on the sideline with a hamstring injury that saw him ruled out for a 1-0 win over Miami. The midfielder has been a consistent part of the starting XI when fit but is now facing an uphill battle to return before a Saturday match against Philadelphia. If Nwobodo is unable to go it could be Marco Angulo in the first team once more in defensive midfield.

APRIL 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with hamstring injury Nwobodo was not involved in last weekend's victory against Inter Miami due to a hamstring injury, the Queen City Press' Laurel Pfahler reported before the game.

Impact Nwobodo had started each of Cincinnati's first five matches of the season in midfield, but he had to miss out against Miami due to a hamstring injury, with Marco Angulo replacing him in the XI alongside Junior Moreno.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Defends well in win Nwobodo made a block, three clearances and five interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Nashville SC. He also won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Nwobodo defended well from midfield on Saturday to shut out Nashville and keep a third clean sheet in five games this season.

MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Obinna Nwobodo: From a Nigerian police barracks pitch to FC Cincinnati | MLSSoccer.com Like a parent’s face or a childhood phone number, the memory of the field is stamped in Obinna Nwobodo’s brain. Ask him to describe it, and...

MARCH 17, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores goal Nwobodo scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 2-1 victory against Houston.

Impact Nwobodo scored FC Cincinnati's game-winning goal as the team began its 2023 season strong heading into a difficult March. Next month, the Cincinnati team is expected to play away thrice across four games scheduled.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nwobodo's first MLS goal helps Cincinnati beat Dynamo 2-1

Obinna Nwobodo scored his first MLS goal to help Cincinnati beat the Houston Dynamo 2-1 in the season opener for both teams

FEBRUARY 26, 2023 • Associated Press

Regular starter in rookie season Nwobodo made 26 MLS appearances (25 starts), recording two assists and four clean sheets for FC Cincinnati after joining from Turkey in April.

Impact Nwobodo and fellow new arrival Junior Moreno quickly formed a strong midfield pairing in Cincinnati, and the 26-year-old will want to build off a promising campaign for the club in 2023.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Columbus Nwobodo will miss next weekend's clash against the Crew with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Nwobodo picked up his eighth booking of the season in Saturday's draw with the Red Bulls, meaning he will be suspended for next weekend's match. Yuya Kubo is likely to replace him in midfield for the game, with Allan Cruz another option.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist in draw Nwobodo provided one assist from one chance created during Saturday's 2-2 draw with Atlanta United.

Impact Nwobodo also won two-of-three tackles and made six clearances during a solid two-way performance. As he spends most of his time performing defensive duties, this assist isn't likely to be a consistent event, though he has created one chance in four straight games.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Live updates | Obinna Nwobodo captains FC Cincinnati at Columbus Crew in 'Hell is Real' derby Calvin Harris and Alec Kann returned to FC Cincinnati's dress list for the match.

JULY 17, 2022 • CINCINNATI.COM

Picks up yellow card in draw Nwobodo made a block, two interceptions and won two of six tackles in Wednesday's 4-4 draw against NYCFC. He also picked up his fifth booking of the season, meaning he will be susp...

Impact Wednesday's game was a wild affair from start to finish, but Nwobodo will now miss the next one due to yellow card accumulation. He has started eight consecutive MLS games in midfield for Cincinnati, but Yuya Kubo will be the likely candidate to replace him in the lineup as Junior Moreno (leg) is still dealing with an injury.

JUNE 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Obinna Nwobodo earns first ever MLS Team of the Week honors Obinna Nwobodo earns first ever MLS Team of the Week honors following his performance at the Philadelphia Union on Saturday.

JUNE 21, 2022 • CINCINNATI.COM

Started five straight Nwobodo has started five straight games since joining FC Cincinnati, tallying 31 totals and creating a single chance.

Impact Nwobodo has been a nailed-on starter from his second match in Cincinnati onwards. The midfielder has been a resolute part of the starting XI, not getting forward frequently but serving as a stout holding midfielder and consistently breaking up play. Across those five starts he has gone 85 minutes or more in four of them, and has averaged over five tackles per game, filling the stat sheet. Nwobodo could face a new task with Junior Moreno (knock), his defensive midfield partner so far, questionable for Saturday's trip to Philadelphia.

JUNE 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Obinna Nwobodo could make his FC Cincinnati debut this weekend Thursday's training session at the Mercy Health Training Center brought with it a welcome sight for weary FC Cincinnati eyes.

APRIL 28, 2022 • CINCINNATI.COM

Expected debut Saturday Nwobodo is eligible for his debut against Toronto, Tom Bogert of MLS Insider reports.

Impact Nwobodo didn't play with the team after signing with the franchise after last season, but is expected to make his debut Saturday. The midfielder was highly skilled in the Turkish Super Lig, leading in tackles, ball recoveries, interceptions and pressures two seasons ago. Cincinnati might take its time integrating Nwobodo into the starting lineup, but the prized off-season acquisition should be a staple of its starting XI in due time.

APRIL 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

FC Cincinnati sign DP midfielder Obinna Nwobodo from Turkey's Göztepe ' MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing FC Cincinnati have signed Nigerian midfielder Obinna Nwobodo as a Designated Player from Göztepe S.K. of th...

APRIL 13, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM