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Charlotte FC brings shutout streak into matchup against the New York Red Bulls

Charlotte FC heads into a matchup with the New York Red Bulls after securing three straight shutout wins

AUGUST 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Officially questionable Valencia (illness) is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Philadelphia, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Valencia is in doubt for Saturday's match due to an illness, it seems the entire NYRB camp is having an issue as two other players popped up on the injury report with the same label. Valencia will hope to return Saturday after going unused on the bench in two of the last three MLS matches.

AUGUST 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Hlongwane and Minnesota United visit the New York Red Bulls

Bongokuhle Hlongwane leads Minnesota United into a matchup with the New York Red Bulls after scoring two goals against the Houston Dynamo

JUNE 27, 2025 • Associated Press

On bench against Toronto Valencia (shoulder) is on the bench for the midweek meeting with Toronto.

Impact Valencia has returned to the match squad after being sidelined in the previous visit to Austin. While he's not yet ready for full playing time, the wide defender could replace Raheem Edwards at some point. Additionally, Valencia may be trusted for a few set pieces, raising his playmaking potential as he looks for his sixth assist of the season.

JUNE 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to face Austin Valencia is questionable to face Austin on Saturday, according to South Ward Network.

Impact Valencia has started in 12 of his 13 appearances with the Red Bulls this season, but his chances of suiting up against Austin are slim based on the latest reports. He's not believed to be dealing with a serious injury, though, and if he doesn't play Saturday, he should be ready to return against Toronto on Wednesday, June 25.

JUNE 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Clears suspension Valencia has served his one match suspension and will be an option for Saturday's match vs DC United.

Impact Valencia will made his return to the starting XI at left back after missing the derby with through suspension. He had started the previous seven games in a row, collecting four assists with a total of five during his first full campaign in MLS.

MAY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Valencia will serve one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards.

Impact Valencia picked up his fifth yellow card in the MLS and will be suspended for Saturday's derby against New York City FC. His absence will impact the starting squad since he has been an undisputed starter this season for the Bulls, with Raheem Edwards expected to replace him in the starting XI.

MAY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in three straight Valencia had an assist with his lone chance created while taking two off target shots, crossing twice inaccurately and making three interceptions during Saturday's 7-0 win over LA...

Impact Valencia set up Emil Forsberg in the 16th minute assisting the Red Bulls second goal while leading the team with three interceptions. The fullback has an assist in each of his last three matches while combining for four chances created, 14 crosses and five interceptions over that stretch.

MAY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Emil Forsberg has 2 goals and 2 assists, Red Bulls beat Galaxy 7-0

Emil Forsberg had two goals and two assists, Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting also scored two goals and the New York Red Bulls beat the LA Galaxy 7-0 to extend the defending MLS Cup champi...

MAY 11, 2025 • Associated Press

LA Galaxy look for first win of the season, visit the New York Red Bulls

The LA Galaxy seek their first victory of the season when they visit the New York Red Bulls

MAY 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Noah Eile scores 1st MLS goal, Coronel has 5 saves to help Red Bulls beat Montreal 1-0

Noah Eile scored his first MLS goal in the 67th minute, Carlos Miguel Coronel had five saves and the New York Red Bulls beat CF Montreal 1-0

APRIL 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Assists lone goal of match Valencia had an assist while crossing twice (one accurate) and creating two chances during Saturday's 1-0 win over Montreal.

Impact Valencia set up Noah Eile in the 67th minute assisting the lone goal of the match while leading New York with two chances created. The assist was the second in April for the fullback as he's combined for eight crosses over his last three appearances.

APRIL 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Valencia had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing once accurately, making four interceptions and six tackles (winning four) during Saturday's 2-1 win over Chicago.

Impact Valencia set up Serge Ngoma in the 41st minute assisting the Red Bulls' first goal while leading the team in interceptions and tackles. Valencia has two assists and three chances created across his last three starts.

APRIL 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting scores winner on PK as Red Bulls rally to beat Fire 2-1

Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting scored the winner on a penalty kick during first-half stoppage time as the New York Red Bulls rallied to beat the Chicago Fire 2-1 at Sports Illustrated St...

APRIL 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Returns from international duty Valencia (international duty) has returned to his club and is an option moving forward, according to South Ward Network.

Impact Valencia is back in New York after his time with the Panama national team, going unused in his time with Panama. He did go unused in the club's last contest as well but started in their opening three games of the season, hoping to reclaim that spot now that he is an option again.

MARCH 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Linking up with Panama Valencia has been called up by Panama for the CONCACAF Nations League finals.

Impact Valencia has made three starts for the Red Bulls this season, earning one assist while also racking up five chances created, two tackles and two clearances as a left wing-back. He'll miss the match against Toronto on Saturday, but he should be eligible to return against New England on March 29.

MARCH 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

First MLS assist Valencia had an assist while crossing twice (one accurate), creating two chances and making two interceptions during Saturday's 2-0 win over Nashville.

Impact Valencia set up Emil Forsberg in the 30th minute assisting the Red Bulls' second goal while tying for the team-high in chances created and interceptions. It was the first goal involvement of Valencia's MLS career as he's started both matches thus far for the Red Bulls combining for five crosses and five chances created.

MARCH 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mohammed Sofo, Emil Forsberg, Carlos Coronel lead Red Bulls past Nashville 2-0

Mohammed Sofo scored the first goal of his career, Emil Forsberg scored his first of the season and Carlos Coronel posted a clean sheet to lead the New York Red Bulls to a 2-0 vict...

MARCH 2, 2025 • Associated Press

New York Red Bulls sign Omar Valencia from MLS Next Pro | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing The New York Red Bulls have signed left back Omar Valencia from MLS NEXT Pro affiliate New York Red Bulls I...

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Signs first team contract Valencia has officially signed a first-team contract, transitioning from the second team after a successful season.

Impact Valencia has signed a first-team contract after impressing with the second team and spending much of the season training with the senior squad. Head coach Sandro Schwarz praised the young defender, stating, "Omar is a talented young defender that has had much success with our second team. He has trained with us for much of the season, and we are excited to sign him to a first team contract."

DECEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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