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Option picked up Yeimar's option for 2026 was picked up, Seattle announced.

Impact Yeimar's contract being picked up is one of the less surprising moves of the off-season. The defender is a brilliant option whenever fit and has been a rock in the backline throughout his time in Seattle. Yeimar made 27 starts last season and helped contribute to five clean sheets. In 2023 and 2024 Yeimar contributed to 26 combined clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair scores winner in PK shootout as Minnesota United eliminates Sounders

Dayne St. Clair scored and Andrew Thomas hit the crossbar in a penalty-kick shootout that was decided by the goalkeepers in the 11th round, and Minnesota United staged a short-hand...

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Leads clean sheet effort Yeimar Gomez generated two shots (zero on goal) in Monday's 0-0 (3-2) penalty shootout defeat against Minnesota United.

Impact Yeimar Gomez's nine clearances led the Seattle defensive effort Monday as they held Minnesota scoreless in regulation during their 0-0 (3-2) defeat. The 90-minute appearance marked the central defender's return from a hamstring injury that caused him to miss the final three matches of the regular season.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Minnesota Yeimar (hamstring) is part of Seattle's starting lineup to face Minnesota United on Monday.

Impact Yeimar has completed his recovery from the issue that forced him to miss the previous three MLS games. His comeback allows Alexander Roldan to move to his usual right-back position while pushing Kalani Kossa-Rienzi to a bench spot. The central man could be reliable for his season averages of 4.8 clearances, 2.0 tackles and 1.4 interceptions per contest.

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle Sounders visit Minnesota United in opening round of MLS Cup Playoffs

The Seattle Sounders visit Minnesota United in the opening round of the MLS Cup Playoffs

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Back available against Minnesota Yeimar (hamstring) will be back available for Monday's clash against Minnesota in the playoffs, coach Brian Schmetzer said in a press conference, according to Niko Moreno from Puls...

Impact Yeimar suffered a hamstring injury against the Whitecaps in late September and has been recovering since then. The center-back has shown positive progress and will be back available for the first playoff game against Minnesota on Monday. This is big news for the Sounders since he is an undisputed starter and leader in the backline when fit and available.

OCTOBER 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle Sounders take shutout streak into matchup against New York City FC

The Seattle Sounders head into a matchup with New York City FC after putting together two straight shutout wins

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Hamstring injury confirmed Yeimar (hamstring) is set for four weeks on the sideline, per manager Brian Schmetzer.

Impact Yeimar is expected to miss a month with a hamstring injury. The defender is struggling with a hamstring injury he picked up against Vancouver. The defender will likely be replaced by Kim Kee-Hee, who came on to replace him in that match. This injury will sideline Yeimar for the start of the playoffs as well.

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with discomfort Saturday Yeimar Gomez was forced to leave the pitch because of a fitness blow during Saturday's duel versus Vancouver Whitecaps.

Impact Yeimar Gomez featured in his usual center-back role, but his performance came to an end due to injury in the first half of the game. He's now questionable for the upcoming clash against Portland Timbers, with the severity of the issue yet to be revealed. He was replaced by Kim Kee-Hee, who could benefit from increased playing time if the Colombian misses more time.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Standout defensive performer Yeimar Gomez had three shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Minnesota United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 56th minute.

Impact Yeimar Gomez led the Seattle defensive unit Saturday with five clearances, though they were breached in a 1-0 defeat at the hands of Minnesota.The appearance marked the defender's fifth successive start and third straight in which he played the full 90 minutes. Over the five match stretch Gomez has averaged 4.2 clearances per appearance.

AUGUST 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mixed performance in draw Yeimar Gomez assisted once to go with an own goal, one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Atlanta United.

Impact Yeimar Gomez provided the touch early in the first half that carried the ball into his own net and gave Atlanta the early edge. The central defender overcame the early let-down, assisting Seattle's opening goal in the second half. The central defender logged a full 90 minutes Saturday for the first time in three appearances since returning from a six-match absence due to a calf injury.

JULY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Alexey Miranchuk's goal late in stoppage time gives Atlanta United 2-2 draw with Sounders

Seattle’s Osaze De Rosario and Atlanta’s Alexey Miranchuk both scored in second-half stoppage time and their teams played to a 2-2 draw

JULY 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Starts and plays 45 Gomez registered two tackles won, two interceptions and six clearances in Wednesday's 3-3 draw against Colorado.

Impact Gomez returned from injury to the bench but didn't see any time last time out, instead waiting until facing Colorado to see his first minutes in over a month. He would play until halftime before he was taken off the field, seemingly still taking his return to play slowly. He is a regular starter and should continue in this role now that he is fit, having yet to miss a start when healthy this season.

JULY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Unused Saturday Gomez (calf) was an unused option during Saturday's 3-2 win versus Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Gomez did not play, but was an unused option during the win vs Sporting Kansas City on Saturday. He has not appeared since May 24, having been dealing with a calf injury, making 14 starts in 14 appearances in 2025.

JULY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle Sounders play the Columbus Crew after shutout victory

A game after shutting out Austin 2-0, the Seattle Sounders play the Columbus Crew

JULY 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Misses out against Austin Yeimar (calf) didn't play during Sunday's clash with Austin.

Impact Yeimar was back on the bench in the Club World Cup, but it appears that was a product of a deep bench and not his fitness. He didn't train prior to Sunday's match, and in the end he missed his fourth MLS match in a row. Yeimar would need to get back in some training to have a chance for a Sunday clash with Columbus.

JUNE 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not training Friday Yeimar wasn't spotted at training during Friday's session, per Niko Moreno of MLS Espanol.

Impact Yeimar wasn't active in training Friday and is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Austin. Yeimar returned to the bench in the Club World Cup, but went unused. It's unclear what Yeimar's official status will be, but he appears to be a big doubt.

JUNE 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Botafogo Gomez (calf) stayed on the bench in Sunday's 2-1 loss to Botafogo in the Club World Cup, indicating he has moved past his injury.

Impact Gomez made the matchday squad for Sunday's clash with Brazilian outfit Botafogo, signaling he is fully past his calf issue, though coach Brian Schmetzer opted not to play him. Gomez might be in contention to get minutes in the upcoming match against Atletico on Friday.

JUNE 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with calf injury Gomez is dealing with a calf injury and will be sidelined for multiple weeks, Niko Moreno of MLS.com reports.

Impact Gomez's latest injury setback will sideline him for around three to four weeks, putting his availability for the Club World Cup in jeopardy unless Seattle reaches the final stages, which is far from being a lock. That same timeline suggests Gomez could return to action when the Sounders resume their MLS campaign against Columbus on July 6, though.

JUNE 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Vancouver Whitecaps face the Seattle Sounders in Western Conference play

The Vancouver Whitecaps host the Seattle Sounders in conference action

JUNE 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Does light work Thursday Yeimar (hamstring) has been spotted doing light work in training on Thursday, according to Niko Moreno from Pulso Sports.

Impact Yeimar is still in his rehabilitation from a hamstring injury that he suffered against Dallas at the end of last month and he was spotted doing some light work on Thursday, suggesting he is quite unlikely for Sunday's clash against Vancouver. With the Club World Cup starting in less than 10 days, it is unlikely to see the staff rushing him back. Until he fully recovers, Jonathan Bell is expected to see increased playing time in the backline, even though the coach mentioned Leo Burney as an option as well.

JUNE 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Seattle Sounders take shutout streak into matchup with Minnesota United

The Seattle Sounders come into a matchup with Minnesota United after securing two straight shutout wins

MAY 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out against San Diego Yeimar (hamstring) is ruled out for Wednesday's clash against San Diego, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Yeimar was forced off in the 16th minute of Saturday's clash against Dallas due to a hamstring injury that has already ruled him out for Wednesday's game against San Diego. This is a big blow for the team as he has been an undisputed starter for the Sounders. That said, his injury coincides with Jackson Ragen (hamstring) returning to fitness, so the starting XI should not be heavily impacted. If Ragen is not deemed fit enough to start against San Diego, Jonathan Bell is expected to take his place in central defense for that game.

MAY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Off early Yeimar was forced off in the 16th minute of Saturday's match against Dallas due to an apparent injury.

Impact Yeimar barely made it 15 minutes in Saturday's contest, with the defender taken off the field due to an apparent injury. This will be something to monitor, as he is yet to miss a start when available this season. He was replaced by Jonathan Bell, a possible replacement moving forward.

MAY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Imperious defensive performance Yeimar Gomez generated one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Portland Timbers.

Impact Yeimar Gomez continually knocked back the Portland attacking effort Saturday, leading Seattle with 13 clearances as they earned a share of the spoils in a 1-1 draw away from home. The performance marked the central defender's third appearance this season in which he's registered double-digit clearances. Through 13 appearances (13 starts), Yeimar Gomez has contributed to three clean sheets and averaged 5.46 clearances per appearance.

MAY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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