RONALD MATARRITA NEWS

Scores goal against Columbus Matarrita scored on his only shot of the game and also sent in three inaccurate crosses in Friday's 3-2 loss against Columbus.

Impact Matarrita collected a clearance from Columbus on a corner kick and unleashed a shot from outside the box to level the game at 1-1 in first half stoppage time. He was also very active defensively as he won three of four tackles, made one interception and made one clearance as Columbus continued to push for more. The goal was Matarrita's first of the season to go along with three assists in 14 starts. He was called up to the Costa Rican National Team for the upcoming World Cup qualifiers, which take place on Sept. 2, 5 and 8, so he may return in time for the club's match against Toronto on Sept. 11.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

GOAL: Ronald Matarrita, FC Cincinnati - 48th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

AUGUST 27, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Called up to national team Matarrita has been called up to the Costa Rican National Team for upcoming World Cup qualifiers set to take place on Sept. 2, 5 and 8

Impact Matarrita will likely join up with the national team after Friday's MLS clash against Columbus. He will miss next weekend's game against Inter Miami, but he may return to Cincinnati in time for the Toronto match on Sept. 11.

AUGUST 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates one chance in draw Matarrita created one chance from two crosses (two accurate) during Saturday's 1-1 draw with Orlando City.

Impact Matarrita has started each of the last three games since returning from the Gold Cup but this one represented his lightest defensive performance. He's logged 27 crosses and 28 tackles this season, one can hope that he logs another solid all-around performance in the next match against Montreal.

AUGUST 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starts vs. D.C. Mattarita is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with D.C. United.

Impact Mattarita has returned from international duty and is straight back in the Starting XI. The defender will have his work cut out for him to shut down D.C. United. Mattarita will look to provide some organization for a beleaguered Cincinnati back line.

JULY 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leaving for Gold Cup duty Matarrita has left FC Cincinnati to join Costa Rica for Gold Cup preparations, according to Laurel Pfahler of Queen City Press.

Impact Matarrita was hurt during the June international break but played twice over the past week and will now miss much of the next month if he makes the final roster for the tournament, which is likely. Edgar Castillo picked up a rare start while Matarrita was most recently out and figures to start more frequently in the coming weeks.

JUNE 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Live updates ' Ronald Matarrita starts for FC Cincinnati vs. Chicago Fire FC Cincinnati head coach made one change to his starting lineup, re-inserting Ronald Matarrita after he missed time due to a calf injury.

JUNE 23, 2021 • CINCINNATI.COM

Not on injury report for Saturday Matarrita (calf) is not listed on the injury report for Saturday's match against Colorado, according to Laurel Pfahler of Queen City Press.

Impact Matarrita reportedly said he was fit to play but the team was likely going to be cautious with his return. However, not being listed on the injury report at all is certainly a move in the right direction, which could keep Edgar Castillo on the bench.

JUNE 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Rapids game Matarrita (calf) is doubtful for Saturday's match against Colorado, according to Laurel Pfahler of Queen City Press.

Impact Matarrita was unable to join up with the Costa Rica national team because of the injury, and it appears Saturday's game will come too soon, which could be a blow to the Cincinnati back line given he's started every match this season. Edgar Castillo could be called upon in Matarrita's place.

JUNE 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with calf injury Matarrita has suffered a calf injury and there's no timetable for his return, according to Pat Brennan of the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Impact Matarrita may have a difficult time returning by the next MLS game June 19 against Colorado and he's already been pulled from Costa Rica's roster for the international break. A potential absence of Matarrita would take away a major fantasy weapon from FCC and Edgar Castillo is one option to take his place in the lineup, though there's still plenty of time to assess the situation.

JUNE 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ronald Matarrita being assessed for injury, has not joined Costa Rica for Concacaf finals Matarrita was supposed to join teammate Allan Cruz on the Costa Rica men's national team.

JUNE 1, 2021 • CINCINNATI.COM

Getting assessed for injury Matarrita is being assed for an injury and didn't join the Costa Rican national team as a result, Pat Brennan of the Cincinnati Enquirer reported Tuesday.

Impact It's not clear what Matarrita is dealing with, but his absence from training Tuesday means there's still something to figure out during the international break. He's started every game of the season so far and Edgar Castillo could stand in for Matarrita if a spot is open by the June 19 visit of Colorado.

JUNE 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Allan Cruz, Ronald Matarrita called up to Costa Rica, will not miss time with FCC Allan Cruz and Ronald Matarrita have been called up to play for their home country.

MAY 25, 2021 • CINCINNATI.COM

Records assist in win Matarrita took a shot and assisted a goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory against CF Montreal. He also made a block, two clearances and won two of two tackles in the match.

Impact Matarrita played well on both sides of the ball on Saturday, recovering from conceding first by setting up Gustavo Vallecilla's late game winner with a cross. It was his third assist of the season -- already a personal single season-high after just five games -- and he will be looking for more next weekend against Eastern Conference leaders New England.

MAY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist in loss Matarrita took two shots (one on target) and assisted a goal in Sunday's 3-2 defeat against Inter Miami. He also made an interception and won five of five tackles in the match.

Impact Matarrita set up Alvaro Barreal's goal that kickstarted his side's comeback, which fell just short of being successful after Gonzalo Higuain's late winner for Miami. He will try to concede less opportunities defensively next weekend to Montreal, which have scored eight goals in six matches this season.

MAY 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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