OLIVIER MBAIZO NEWS

Union sign Cameroonian defender Olivier Mbaizo to multiyear contract extension Mbaizo, 27, inked an extension guaranteed through the 2026 season and includes options for the 2027 and 2028 seasons.

NOVEMBER 21 • INQUIRER.COM

Philadelphia Union sign Olivier Mbaizo to contract extension | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension Philadelphia Union have signed defender Olivier Mbaizo to a contract extension through 2026 with options...

NOVEMBER 21 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Signs new contract with Philly Mbaizo signed a new contract with Philadelphia until the end of the 2026 MLS season, the club announced Thursday. The deal also includes options for 2027 and 2028.

Impact Mbaizo has been a regular for Philadelphia in recent years, but he was limited to just 12 starts and 21 appearances for the Union in 2024. He remains a capable performer due to his versatility to play on both sides of the defense, however, and he'll remain a depth option for the defensive line, even if he falls into a backup role behind Nathan Harriel.

NOVEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

On scoresheet Mbaizo assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Wednesday's 5-1 win against New York City FC.

Impact Mbaizo recorded a rare assist to help the team get the blow out win Wednesday. He's continued his rotational role with Nathan Harriel, having started five of the last eight MLS appearances, totaling an assist with 10 crosses (four accurate) and seven clearances in that span.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Appears Wednesday Mbaizo (undisclosed) came off the bench in the 75th minute during Wednesday's 3-1 Leagues Cup loss against Columbus.

Impact Mbaizo was back in action Wednesday after coming off early against Cincinnati with an injury. He's started three of the five games played in the competition while also started three of the last six MLS contest, maintaining a rotation role at right back with Nathan Harriel.

AUGUST 22 • ROTOWIRE

Set to return Wednesday Mbazio (undisclosed) is expected to return in Wednesday's Leagues Cup friendly against Columbus, according to manager Jim Curtin, per Jonathan Tannenwald of the Philly Inquirer.

Impact Mbazio has been out for just under a week after picking up an injury in a match against Cincinnati. However, he appears to have only been dealing with minor issues, as after missing one match, he is set to return. This is solid news for the player and club, as he has started in nine of his 15 appearances, serving in a rotational role.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Out for quarterfinals Mbaizo (undisclosed) suffered an injury against Cincinnati Tuesday and is out for Saturday's Leagues Cup quarterfinal against Mazatlan, according to Matthew De George of Delco Spor...

Impact Mbaizo looks likely to be questionable for the restart of MLS play in around a week and a half, as he has now been ruled out for the Leagues Cup Quarterfinal. It is still unknown what his exact issue is or how long he will be out, so this is a situation to monitor. He has been more of a rotational player this campaign but has still received decent time, so this will be a player they will try to recover before the restart.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off injured Mbazio was forced to sub off in the 38th minutes during Tuesday's 4-2 Leagues Cup win over Cincinnati.

Impact Mbaizo is set to be questionable for the quarterfinals against Mazatlan after being forced off against Cincinnati. He's started three of the four Leagues Cup matches played, while also starting six of the previous eight MLS games at right back, with Nathan Harriel likely to start if the defender is not fit to start Saturday.

AUGUST 14 • ROTOWIRE

Available for selection Mbaizo (calf) is set to be an option for Wednesday's clash with NYCFC, per the Philadelphia Soccer Now.

Impact Mbaizo is set to make his return to the pitch after missing the last two matches. He's seen three starts in four appearances at right back, sharing playing time with Nathan Harriel for the Union.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Back in full training Thursday Mbaizo (calf) participated in training Thursday and could be an option to face Orlando City on Saturday, Matthew De George of The Daily Times Sports reports.

Impact Mbaizo has appeared in just two of Philaldelphia's last six matches, though the 2-2 draw against DC United the last time out was the first time he was ruled out through injury. Even if he's available, he'll battle with Nathan Harriel for a spot on the right side of the defensive line.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Mbaizo (calf) is out for Saturday's clash with D.C. United, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Mbaizo got the start and went 45 minutes last time out. He is now on the sideline for Saturday's clash, opening the way for another start for Nathan Harriel at right-back. Mbaizo's first chance to return is a May 11 clash with Orlando.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

One assist in 2023 Mbaizo made 23 starts in 26 appearances with the Union during the 2023 season.

Impact Mbaizo completed his sixth season with the Union, logging in a goal with 30 tackles (19 won), 29 clearances and 24 interceptions in 2023. A veteran to the league, the defender will keep an important role for 2024, as long as he can keep fit.

DECEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Olivier Mbaizo's ready for a tough assignment in Union's playoff game at Cincinnati After recovering from an injury to the back of his right knee suffered last month, Mbaizo is set to line up at right back against Cincinnati...

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • INQUIRER.COM

Not on injury report Mbaizo (knee) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Saturday's match against New England.

Impact Mbaizo's absence from the injury report is another step in the right direction for him, as he has been training fully all week and could return to action in the playoff opener against the Revs. If that's the case, it wouldn't be surprising if he takes over the starting right wing-back role from Nathan Harriel.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Full participant in training Mbaizo (knee) took full part in team training Tuesday, Jonathan Tannenwald reports.

Impact Mbaizo was a full go in training Tuesday, marking his return ahead of schedule and setting him up to return for a first round best-of-three against New England. Nathan Harriel got the start on decision day and played well but if fit it's likely Mbaizo would return to his role in the starting XI.

OCTOBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially questionable Mbaizo (knee) is questionable for Saturday's trip to New England, according to the Philadelphia injury report.

Impact Mbaizo was reported to pick up a knee injury, though he is officially listed with a hamstring issue. The defender picked up a small knock while on international duty with Cameroon is a heavy doubt. It was reported that Mbaizo could miss some time, potentially giving Nathan Harriel the decision day start.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with knee injury Mbaizo is dealing with a knee injury and could be in line to miss some time, Joe Tansey of Bleacher Report reports.

Impact No further details have been revealed regarding the issue affecting the right-back, but it could end up being a serious problem if not handled properly, so the Union are being cautious with the injury. Nathan Harriel should feature on the right side of the defense in Saturday's match against the Revolution.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia Union's Olivier Mbaizo fined by MLS Disciplinary Committee | MLSSoccer.com The MLS Disciplinary Committee has issued one fine following Wednesday's two midweek regular-season matches.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Philadelphia Union's Mbaizo requests transfer Mbaizo’s wife and son have been rejected for visas numerous times. They currently live in Cameroon.

JULY 11, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Rough night against Galaxy Mbaizo recorded an own goal, one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's defeat against Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Mbaizo and Philadelphia's defense could not prevent the Galaxy from scoring three goals Sunday. One of them was an own goal, the Galaxy's second during their 3-1 win. It will be difficult to put in a worse performance like that though, and so Mbaizo will look to redeem himself at Nashville on Wednesday.

JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Boyd, Puig lead Galaxy to 3-1 victory over Union

Los Angeles got an early goal from Tyler Boyd, a late one from Riqui Puig and an own-goal from Philadelphia’s Olivier Mbaizo as the Galaxy beat the Union 3-1

JULY 9, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting against Orlando Mbaizo is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match versus Orlando.

Impact Mbazio suffered an injury while on national team duty with Cameroon' however he seems to of recovered and is starting for the team. He's averaging about 2.4 crosses per game with 34 (six won) in 14 contests.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury with national team Mbaizo was subbed out of Cameroon's international friendly against Mexico on Saturday in the 55th minute after suffering an injury.

Impact Mbaizo missed the Union's MLS loss to San Jose last weekend while away with his national team, but he picked up an injury that might make him uncertain for the Orlando City game on June 21.

JUNE 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against Colorado Mbaizo created three chances and assisted a goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory against the Rapids. He also made a clearance, an interception and took a shot in the match.

Impact Mbaizo returned to the XI Saturday and was a dangerous passing threat from further up on the right wing. His assist for Julian Carranza's winner was his first of the season in MLS.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Started, sent off during CCL match Mbaizo was in the starting XI for Tuesday's 3-0 loss to LAFC during the CONCACAF Champions League match. He was also shown his second yellow card in the 59th minute

Impact Mbaizo made his return after missing the last league match with hamstring issues. He is expected back in the lineup Saturday, totaling thus far 16 crosses (two accurate) and 12 interceptions in eight appearances. If the defender is not ready to return to league play, then Nathan Harriel and Matthew Real are other options to start at right back for the Union.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE