JANUARY 24, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Ronald Matarrita leaves MLS, signs for Ukraine's SC Dnipro-1 | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Free Longtime MLS left back Ronald Matarrita has gone overseas and signed for SC Dnipro-1, the Ukrainian Premier Le...
Could play Saturday Matarrita (strain) isn't in the injury report ahead of Saturday's match against Chicago.
Impact Matarrita missed Tuesday's trip to Seattle so he didn't have to worry about his ankle when playing on turf but should at least be available against the Fire. If he starts, Matarrita would take over at left-back over Alvaro Barreal.
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out against Seattle Matarrita will miss Tuesday's match at Seattle as a precaution from a knock taken in training, according to manager Pat Noonan via Laurel Pfahler of the Queen City Press.
Impact Matarrita is unlikely to be out for very long, though his three substitute appearances in September were his first matches played since March after overcoming an ankle injury. Alvaro Barreal and John Nelson are expected to be the top two options at left-wingback while Matarrita is out.
SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
New York Red Bulls take home losing streak into matchup against Cincinnati
The New York Red Bulls host Cincinnati looking to end a three-game home skidAUGUST 19, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Aiming for August return Matarrita (ankle) is targeting a return to training with FC Cincinnati by the end of next week, Laurel Pfahler of Queen City Press reported Thursday.
Impact Matarrita hasn't played since March, and he's since undergone an operation on his ankle and been evaluated by multiple doctors as he rehabilitates. There is now hope that he can return to the squad by late August and potentially push Alvaro Barreal and John Nelson for the starting spot at left-back.
AUGUST 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
New York Red Bulls visit Cincinnati after shutout victory
A game after shutting out Sporting Kansas City 1-0, the New York Red Bulls visit CincinnatiJULY 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Brenner and Cincinnati visit the New England Revolution
Brenner leads Cincinnati into a matchup with the New England Revolution following a three-goal showing against New York City FCJULY 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Cincinnati faces New York City FC after shutout victory
A game after shutting out Orlando City 1-0, Cincinnati faces New York City FCJUNE 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Training individually Matarrita (ankle) was doing individual work with FC Cincinnati on Wednesday, Laurel Pfahler of the Queen City Press reports.
Impact Matarrita has been out since the March international break when he suffered an ankle injury that required surgery to repair. The initial timetable for his recovery was six months, so even though his sighting this week is encouraging, he is still likely a long ways away from fitness.
JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Jimenez and Toronto host Cincinnati
Jesus Jimenez leads Toronto into a matchup with Cincinnati after scoring two goals against New York City FCAPRIL 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Costa Rican defender Ronald Matarrita out for 6 months
Costa Rican defender Ronald Matarrita had ankle surgery and will miss the World Cup playoff against New Zealand in JuneAPRIL 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
FC Cincinnati fullback Ronald Matarrita out 6 months after ankle surgery ' MLSSoccer.com FC Cincinnati and Costa Rica national team defender Ronald Matarrita underwent successful ankle surgery on Monday and will miss at least six...
APRIL 8, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Undergoes ankle procedure Matarrita had surgery to repair his damaged ankle and will miss at least six months, the team announced Friday.
Impact Matarrita -- who was injured while away on international duty -- will effectively miss the rest of the regular season with a mid-October return date, at the earliest. The defender appeared in just two matches for the club this year, in which he registered one goal on two shots (one on target), two assists and eight crosses (two accurate).
APRIL 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers injury with national team Matarrita suffered a foot injury during Costa Rica's victory against Canada in World Cup qualifying last week, and he is set to undergo surgery Monday in New York, according to FC...
Impact The timetable for Matarrita's return will be determined after his surgery on Monday. This is already his second injury of the season after missing two games in March with a leg injury. Raymon Gaddis and Ian Murphy would be the primary candidates to fill in at left back/left midfield, although Alvaro Barreal did deputize there against Charlotte last weekend.
MARCH 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Called up to national team Matarrita has been called up by the Costa Rican National Team for upcoming World Cup qualifiers on March 24, 27 and 30.
Impact Matarrita was excellent for Cincinnati against Miami last weekend but he will miss Saturday's MLS clash against Charlotte FC while on international duty. Raymon Gaddis (groin) if fit or Ian Murphy will likely fill in for him at left back/left midfield for the game.
MARCH 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Shines on Saturday Matarrita scored a goal with his lone shot and had two assists while crossing five times (one accurate) and creating three chances during Saturday's 3-1 win over Miami.
Impact Matarrita opened the scoring in the 18th minute before setting up Brandon Vazquez in the 24th and 82nd to play a role in all three Cincinnati goals. The goal and assists were the first of the season for the wide man while his five crosses led Cincinnati in the win.
MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Miami Matarrita (leg) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Inter Miami.
Impact Matarrita returns to the starting XI Saturday after missing the last two contests with a minor leg issue. The wing-back produced three crosses with a corner and one shot in his first start and figures to get up the field plenty with his new team this season.
MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable against D.C. Matarrita (leg) is questionable for Saturday's clash with D.C. United, according to the injury report.
Impact Matarrita is questionable for Saturday's clash with D.C. as he looks to make his return to the starting XI. If healthy Matarrita will be one of the first names on the team sheet and a solid fantasy play in all formats.
MARCH 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Ties for team-high in crosses Matarrita crossed five times (one accurate), created a chance, made an interception and won a tackle during Sunday's 2-1 loss to Atlanta.
Impact Matarrita was a part of the Cincinnati back line that allowed two goals in Sunday's loss. The defender finished with the second highest amount of interceptions on the team while his five crosses tied for the team-high total in the loss.
NOVEMBER 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Called up to national team Matarrita has been called up to the Costa Rica National Team for upcoming World Cup qualifiers set to take place on Oct. 7, 10 and 13.
Impact Matarrita will miss next weekend's MLS clash against Philadelphia while he's with the national team, but he could return to Cincinnati in time for the Orlando City game on Oct. 16.
OCTOBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Makes seven clearances in loss Matarrita made seven clearances and an interception in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against the Red Bulls. He also created a chance and won one of three tackles in the match.
Impact Matarrita defended well on Saturday, but he couldn't stop New York from scoring through Andrew Gutman. His side is slumping right now with five consecutive defeats, but he will try to turn it around next weekend against the Union, which have scored 36 goals in 27 matches this season.
OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Scores goal during loss Matarrita scored one goal during a 3-2 loss Wednesday at Toronto.
Impact Matarrita scored two goals across his last five league appearances. Unfortunately, he was unable to prevent a disappointing Toronto Football Club from scoring thrice Wednesday. Matarrita will try supplying better defense Saturday versus the New York Red Bulls.
OCTOBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
GOAL: Ronald Matarrita, FC Cincinnati - 38th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Suspended against New York City Matarrita will miss Saturday's clash against NYCFC with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.
Impact Matarrita picked up a yellow card in Wednesday's defeat against Atlanta, meaning he will be suspended for Saturday's game. Tyler Blackett or Edgar Castillo will likely fill in for him at left back in the match.
SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Returns from international duty Matarrita has returned to his club after international duty but is "not as likely" to be ready for Saturday's match against Toronto FC, according to Pat Brennan of the Cincinnati E...
Impact Matarrita scored in the loss to Columbus just before joining Costa Rica for their World Cup Qualifiers and returns as an immensely important player at club level as well. There aren't too many options who can capably fill Matarrita's spot at left-back, so Alvaro Barreal could get another start on the left flank if there's no room for a defender out wide.
SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
