Wilder Cartagena - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Back in midfield rotation Cartagena has returned to Orlando City SC following international duty with Peru and is available for Saturday's MLS clash against Columbus Crew after being omitted from the league...

Impact Cartagena missed the matchup against Philadelphia Union while representing Peru during the international break but is now back in contention for midfield minutes. The midfielder has primarily served as a reserve option this season, making 11 MLS appearances with just two starts and no goal contributions. Given his limited involvement in the starting XI throughout the campaign, Cartagena is expected to remain a rotational option against Columbus, with a role off the bench more likely than an immediate return to the starting lineup.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando City hosts the Columbus Crew on 3-game home winning streak

Orlando City hosts the Columbus Crew looking to prolong a three-game home winning streak

OCTOBER 9 • Associated Press

Called up by Peru Cartagena has been called up by Peru for four international matches between Sept. 26 and Oct. 6 and will miss the Sept. 26 MLS match against Philadelphia Union.

Impact Cartagena will be unavailable against Philadelphia due to international duty, though his absence should have limited impact on the regular starting XI. The midfielder has primarily served in a reserve role this season, making 11 MLS appearances with just two starts and no goal contributions. Cartagena should return in time for the Oct. 10 match against Columbus Crew.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Substitute option Saturday Cartagena (hamstring) is on the bench to face D.C. United on Saturday.

Impact Cartagena has played just 14 minutes in MLS action this year as he got hurt early in the season opener. He also dealt with a torn Achilles tendon in 2025, so it may still take some time for him to get consistent minutes on the field. However, he'll be an option in the contention with current starters Braian Ojeda and Luis Otavio.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Baribo and D.C. United host Orlando City

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APRIL 24 • Associated Press

Diagnosed with severe injury Cartagena has been diagnosed with a "high-grade" hamstring strain and will be out for the time being, according to Mike Gramajo of WESH 2 News.

Impact Cartagena suffered the injury in the first game of the season and won't be able to feature for the time being. That said, the midfielder might return to action before the end of the 2026 season, although this type of injury typically commands a recovery period between 12 and 16 weeks. Colin Guske could benefit from an uptick in playing time with both Cartagena and Joran Gerbet (knee) absent.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with injury Saturday Cartagena was forced off with a potential injury during Saturday's match against New York Red Bulls, Alonso El Inca of Area Sports Network reports.

Impact Cartagena asked to be subbed off after feeling an apparent muscular pain during the opening minutes in the first MLS week of 2026. He was expected to be active in a central midfield role in Joran Gerbet's (knee) absence, but now both players are at risk of missing upcoming matchups. Youngster Colin Guske could benefit from such situation to see increased action over the next few games.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Plays in Saturday's scrimmage Cartagena (Achilles) played in Saturday's closed door scrimmage against Lexington SC.

Impact Cartagena was able to take part in a scrimmage Saturday, a positive sign following an Achilles injury that saw him the entire 2025 season. If fit, the midfielder is expected to play a big starting role for Orlando, having appeared 32 times during the 2024 season.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Orlando City sign M Wilder Cartagena to new contract Deadspin | Orlando City sign M Wilder Cartagena to new contract

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Orlando City sign Wilder Cartagena to new contract | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension Orlando City have signed midfielder Wilder Cartagena to a new contract through 2026 with an option for 20...

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Returning to Orlando Cartagena (Achilles) has signed a new contract with Orlando, according to the club.

Impact Cartagena has reestablished his link with Orlando and will remain with the team, as the midfielder signed a one-year deal for 2026 with an option for 2027. This comes after the midfielder failed to find the field this season, suffering a torn Achilles in February that ended his campaign. He has started in 20 of his 80 appearances with the club while bagging three goals and three assists, likely to resume a starting role once fit again.

NOVEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando City visits the Chicago Fire in opening round of MLS Cup Playoffs

Orlando City visits the Chicago Fire in the first round of the MLS Cup Playoffs

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Toronto takes home draw streak into matchup against Orlando City

Toronto takes on Orlando City after playing to a draw in four straight home games

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Nashville aims to stop losing streak in matchup with Orlando City

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AUGUST 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Muriel and Orlando City host Sporting Kansas City

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AUGUST 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Orlando City takes shutout streak into matchup against Atlanta United

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MAY 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Orlando City midfielder Wilder Cartagena out for 2025 with Achilles injury | MLSSoccer.com Orlando City SC midfielder Wilder Cartagena will miss the 2025 MLS season after undergoing surgery to repair his left Achilles tendon, the c...

FEBRUARY 18, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Torn Achilles confirmed Cartagena has been placed on the season-ending injury list due to a torn Achilles after receiving surgery, according to his club.

Impact Cartagena's preseason fears have been met, as he will now miss the season due to a torn Achilles. This is a brutal turn for the midfielder, as he will miss the entire season and will now look to be fit for the start of the 2026 season. He was a regular starter in 2024, starting in 30 of his 32 appearances while notching one assist, so this is a tough loss for the club.

FEBRUARY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Feared to have torn achilles Cartagena is feared to have suffered a torn Achilles after exiting a friendly and being pictured in a boot, according to Diario Libero.

Impact Cartagena could see his season end before it even started, as he is now feared to have suffered a torn achilles in a friendly. He did post a picture to social media where he is shown in a boot, making many fear the wortst. The club has yet to release more on the situation or confirm any of these reports, but this could be a toigh loss after he started in 30 of his 32 apopearnces last campaign.

JANUARY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Active display in midfield Cartagena generated four tackles (three won) and three clearances in Friday's 0-0 draw against Charlotte FC. Orlando City lost the game 3-1 via penalties.

Impact Cartagena was busy on both ends of the pitch, and although the Peru international was unable to make a big impact in the final third, he was decisive on defense. Unfortunately for him, Charlotte was more accurate in the penalty shootout and won. Charlotte's win means these two sides will play a deciding match on Saturday to see which team advances to the next round of the 2024 MLS Playoffs.

NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss regular-season finale Cartagena will miss the final game of the 2024 MLS regular season, against Atlanta United on Oct. 19, due to a yellow card suspension.

Impact The central midfielder has established himself as a regular for the Lions, but he'll be forced to miss the match after the international break due to a ban. However, he should return to his regular role in the postseason. Cartagena ends the campaign with one assist, 77 tackles, 34 clearances and 20 interceptions across 27 appearances (25 starts).

OCTOBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up first assist Cartagena assisted once to go with three shots (two on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 5-0 victory over D.C. United.

Impact Cartagena delivered a cross which was headed home by Robin Jansson to give Orlando a 2-0 lead in the 23rd minute of play. Cartagena is now up to three chances created over the last two outings, while his two shots on target in the match marked a new season high. This also marked his sixth straight game with at least one tackle won, and he is up to a total of 11 tackles won over that span.

JULY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts at Toronto Cartagena (not injury related) is back among the starters for Wednesday's game versus Toronto.

Impact Cartagena is ready to make his 13th start of the year after spending the last month with the Peru national team. The midfielder should remain in a defensive role, looking to rack up passes and tackles from that position. His inclusion in the lineup will move Nicolas Lodeiro to a substitute spot.

JULY 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back after international duty Cartagena (not injury related) is back in training with Orlando City and could be an option to play Wednesday against DC United, Mike Gramajo of NBC Sports Orlando reports.

Impact Cartagena was a regular for Peru in the Copa America, logging the full 90 in two of the team's three matches and also seeing time against Argentina. The central midfielder should be in contention to play Wednesday, and given the quick turnaround in which he was playing with Peru, it wouldn't be surprising if he's ready to start right away.

JULY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Called up by Peru Cartagena was called up by Peru for the 2024 Copa America.

Impact Cartagena is away with Peru for the coming weeks and will be away from the Orlando team until at least early July. The midfielder is tough to replace as he's missed just two matches he's been fit for so far in 2024.

JUNE 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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