Raul Ruidiaz - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Absent from injury report Ruidiaz (back) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Sunday's match at St. Louis City.

Impact Ruidiaz has missed Seattle's last four games with an ongoing back issue, but the fact that he's not listed in the injury report is certainly a step in the right direction toward his availability. The Sounders have already locked up a playoff berth, however, so the team might be cautious with him and not start him right away in a game where they have nothing to play for.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Posts hospital picture Ruidiaz (back) posted a picture in the hospital ahead of Wednesday's clash with LA Galaxy.

Impact Ruidiaz was intended to start during Saturday's clash with Nashville before being a late scratch and he's now in the hospital. Whatever this is, whether it be the same back issue or something else, surely isn't good news, and likely keeps Ruidiaz off the pitch for the remainder of the regular season at least.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Ruidiaz was scratched before Saturday's clash with Nashville due to back pain.

Impact Ruidiaz was forced out of the starting XI minutes before kick off due to a back issue. It's an unlucky turn for Ruidiaz who just made his way back into the starting XI after a hamstring problem.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Ruidiaz (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Saturday's trip to Nashville.

Impact Ruidiaz overcame a hamstring issue and returns directly into the starting XI. The striker returning pushes Jordan Morris back to the bench with Leo Chu and Cristian Roldan preferred to Morris on the wings.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Colorado Ruidiaz (hamstring) is out for Wednesday's match against Colorado.

Impact Ruidiaz was always considered a long shot to play here, so his absence isn't surprising at all. His next chance to play will come against Nashville on Sep. 30, and Jordan Morris will play upfront as a result.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful against Rapids Ruidiaz (hamstring) picked up a hamstring injury and is a doubt for Wednesday's trip to Colorado, manager Brian Schmetzer told reporters.

Impact Ruidiaz is a heavy doubt for Wednesday's match after picking up the hamstring injury. The manager sounded less than optimistic about Ruidiaz's chances, meaning Jordan Morris or Heber could lead the line, if Morris comes into the attack Leo Chu would likely slot in on the wing.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to Seattle Ruidiaz is returning to Seattle on Friday after international duty with Peru, according to manager Brian Schmetzer.

Impact Ruidiaz is back in Seattle and is expected to train Friday, ahead of Saturday's trip to Dallas. It's unclear if he will be a full option for Saturday's clash though Ruidiaz is the top option to lead the line of late and scored and assisted in his final match before international duty.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in derby Ruidiaz scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and one chance created in Sunday's 2-2 draw versus Portland Timbers.

Impact Ruidiaz scored the opener for Seattle from very close range after an aerial assist from Jackson Regen, and then he set up the team's second goal when assisting Leo Chu (suspension). Ruidiaz is not the dominant scorer he once was, but he remains a prolific presence upfront for Seattle. This goal snapped a seven-game goal drought for him in league play.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet off bench versus San Jose Ruidiaz had one off-target shot after coming off the bench during Wednesday's 2-0 loss against San Jose.

Impact Ruidiaz was part of a triple substitution midway through the second half but was rarely noticed on the pitch as he continues to mostly underperform when given the chance to play this season. Injuries and even a personal matter have prevented the forward to get into rhythm since the campaign began and he'll have another chance to bounce back before the midseason break during Saturday's clash against Dallas.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in win Ruidiaz took two shots (one on target) and made a clearance in Saturday's 3-2 victory against the Whitecaps.

Impact Ruidiaz has started both games since returning to Seattle from a family matter in late June, tallying four shots (two on target) up front across the wins over Houston and Vancouver.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Dynamo Ruidiaz (personal) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Houston.

Impact Ruidiaz missed a clash with Orlando while dealing with a personal matter but is now back with the team and is straight into the starting XI. Heber returns to the bench with Ruidiaz available once more.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to Seattle Ruidiaz (personal) was spotted back in training with his Sounders teammates on Wednesday, and seems likely to be available in the clash against Houston this weekend.

Impact Ruidiaz missed last weekend's draw with Orlando City while attending a family matter back home in Peru, but he's since returned to Seattle and should start ahead of Heber up front Saturday against the Dynamo if he's indeed available.

JUNE 28 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Saturday Ruidiaz is a heavy doubt to face Orlando City this weekend due to the passing of a family member, according to team reporter Niko Moreno on Friday.

Impact Ruidiaz hasn't been confirmed as out for Saturday's game, but it seems unlikely that he will be with the team this weekend after such a personal family matter. Heber would likely replace him up front against Orlando, though Fredy Montero is an option in the position as well.

JUNE 23 • ROTOWIRE

Takes five shots midweek Ruidiaz generated five shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 1-0 loss versus Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Ruidiaz had plenty of chances here to get another brace but was quite wasteful this time around. The forward though has been very explosive every time given the nod to lead the line and has amassed three goals on 17 shots in his four starts this season. With Jordan Morris now out for Gold Cup Ruidiaz could be up for a solid run of starts up front.

JUNE 22 • ROTOWIRE

Ruidiaz and the Seattle Sounders visit Los Angeles FC

Raul Ruidiaz leads the Seattle Sounders into a matchup with Los Angeles FC after scoring two goals against Charlotte FC

JUNE 20 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores brace Ruidiaz scored two goals to go with four shots (four on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Charlotte FC.

Impact Ruidiaz scored in the 35th and the 70th minute assisted by Leo Chu and Joao Paulo respectively. He has scored four goals in nine appearances this season wherein he has just started three games. Performances like this will ensure that he will start more games in the future.

JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE

Raul Ruidiaz (2 goals), Sounders play to draw with Charlotte Raul Ruidiaz scored two goals for the Seattle Sounders, but host Charlotte FC matched each of their opponent’s scores in a 3-3 draw Saturday...

JUNE 11 • SACBEE.COM

Starts on bench Ruidiaz is available off the bench for Saturday's match against the New York Red Bulls.

Impact Ruidiaz is available on the bench after missing over a month with a hamstring injury. He's only started twice in six appearances, scoring two goals in that span. The forward will now have to compete with Heber for a starting spot in the lineup, if he can stay healthy.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Set to be available Saturday Ruidiaz (hamstring) is expected to be available for Saturday's match against the New York Red Bulls, according to Niko Moreno of MLS Espanol.

Impact Ruidiaz could see time on the pitch Saturday after missing the last six matches with a hamstring injury. He may get the start off the bench at minimum until he gets back to full fitness, with Heber likely to start at forward. Ruidiaz has scored two goals in six appearances thus far, making just two starts in that span.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Partially training with team Ruidiaz (hamstring) was able to return to some portions of training on Tuesday, but he's not yet all-in, according to SB Nation's Jeremiah Oshan. He seems questionable for Saturday...

Impact Ruidiaz has been sidelined for a month now with this latest hamstring injury, but Sounders manager Brian Schmetzer told Oshan that he won't rush the striker back. "We're not going to do something rash because we've had some bad results. You press and then you make a decision that affects the long term health of Raul. We're just not going to do that." Heber has been Ruidiaz's main replacement up front recently, though he hasn't scored a league goal since early March. Jordan Morris and Fredy Montero are also options to play at striker.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Saturday Ruidiaz (hamstring) is "ramping up" but won't be able to return to full training with the Sounders until next week, manager Brian Schmetzer told SB Nation's Jeremiah Oshan Friday.

Impact Ruidiaz has missed Seattle's last five league games with his latest hamstring injury he suffered in late April, and he's like to miss a sixth against the Whitecaps this weekend.

MAY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Continues fitness training Ruidiaz (hamstring) was seen working on fitness training Tuesday, reports Mazvita Maraire of CascadiaSports.net.

Impact Ruidiaz has been working on fitness and will look to be an option for May 20 against the Vancouver Whitecaps FC. He's struggled with form this season, making just two starts in six appearances while missing six games with injury. Once ready to return, the forward could see starts off the bench until he is ready to compete in a full match.

MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out 4-5 weeks after MRI Ruidiaz (hamstring) is expected to miss about a month with a hamstring injury he suffered in training this week, Seattle manager Brian Schmetzer told reporters following his MRI on...

Impact Ruidiaz has a long history of hamstring injuries in recent seasons and he is now set to miss even more time this spring after an MRI on Friday confirmed yet another muscle strain for the striker. Jordan Morris and Heber are both options to replace him up front until he can return, which is expected to be around mid-May.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Out again with hamstring injury Ruidiaz will miss Saturday's clash against Minnesota United with a hamstring injury he suffered in training this week.

Impact Ruidiaz has had multiple hamstring injuries over the last few years, so Sounders manager Brian Schmetzer told reporters Thursday that Ruidiaz will undergo an "extensive evaluation" in an effort to find out more about this recurring issue. Jordan Morris and Heber are both options to replace him up front against Minnesota.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Sounders notebook: Raul Ruidiaz's injury status unclear ahead of Saturday's game Sounders striker Raul Ruidiaz underwent an extensive medical evaluation Thursday to determine his injury situation after he left training ea...

APRIL 20 • SEATTLETIMES.COM

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