YUYA KUBO NEWS

Cincinnati looks to extend win streak in matchup with the Columbus Crew

Cincinnati heads into a matchup with Columbus as winners of four games in a row

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Evander and Cincinnati host the Chicago Fire

Evander leads Cincinnati into a matchup with the Chicago Fire after scoring two goals against Orlando City

JULY 4 • Associated Press

Out against Orlando Kubo (ankle) is out for Saturday's trip to Orlando, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Kubo isn't an option for Saturday's clash due to an ankle injury. It's a disappointing blow, but he missed four matches prior to making a midweek return. Kubo has been limited by injuries throughout the season, and hasn't been a consistent starting option since mid-May.

JUNE 27 • ROTOWIRE

On bench midweek Kubo (leg) is on the bench for Wednesday's trip to Montreal.

Impact Kubo missed the last four MLS matches due to the injury, although he has been training for a few days already. He scored one goal over nine appearances (seven starts) while averaging 0.8 crosses and 0.9 tackles per contest before getting hurt. He'll now challenge Pavel Bucha, Obinna Nwobodo and Evander in midfield.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Owusu and CF Montreal host Cincinnati

Prince-Osei Owusu leads CF Montreal into a matchup with Cincinnati after scoring two goals against the Houston Dynamo

JUNE 24 • Associated Press

Trains with group Kubo (leg) trained with the group Wednesday, according to Laurel Pfhaler of the Queen City Press.

Impact Kubo is finally receiving a positive update on his leg injury, as the attacker is seeing his first group training since the injury occurred. He has nearly missed a month with the issues, so this is huge news. The club takes the field again in a week, and he could be fit to make the team sheet, possibly earning his starting role back immediately.

JUNE 18 • ROTOWIRE

Feingold leads the New England Revolution against Cincinnati

Ilay Feingold leads the New England Revolution into a matchup with Cincinnati after scoring two goals against CF Montreal

JUNE 13 • Associated Press

Still battling injury Kubo (leg) is out for Saturday's match against D.C. United.

Impact Kubo is still battling his leg injury and is nowhere near a return as he continued not to train this week. This is a brutal spell for the attacker who has already missed seven games through injury this season. With him yet to train, a return will likely be expected after the international break.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Cincinnati plays D.C. United in conference action

Cincinnati and D.C

MAY 30 • Associated Press

Doesn't train Thursday Kubo (undisclosed) didn't train Thursday and should be considered doubtful to face Atlanta United on Sunday, Lauren Pfahler of The Queen City Press reports.

Impact Kubo missed training for a second straight day, and it's unclear whether the midfielder will be able to feature Sunday, although his chances of doing so are getting slimmer by the day. Kubo has started in seven of his nine appearances this season, recording one goal, six chances created, seven crosses and eight tackles.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Denkey goal and Johnson saves help FC Cincinnati to 1-0 win over Toronto FC

Kévin Denkey scored early and FC Cincinnati made the lead hold and went on to beat Toronto FC 1-0 moving Cincy into sole possession of the top spot in the Eastern Conference

MAY 15 • Associated Press

Starting Sunday Kubo (hamstring) is in the starting XI in Sunday's visit to New York City FC.

Impact Kubo will finally make his comeback from a five-game absence, earning a midfield spot over Pavel Bucha. The versatile man had been active in offensive tasks before getting hurt, posting multiple shots in each of his last three matches splayed.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Denkey leads Cincinnati against New York City FC

Kevin Denkey leads Cincinnati into a matchup with New York City FC after scoring two goals against Sporting Kansas City

MAY 3 • Associated Press

Expected to train this week Kubo (hamstring) is expected to return to training this week, per staff writer Carter Chapley.

Impact Kubo is set to make his return to training this week after missing the last month with a hamstring injury. It may take him a week to two of training before being an option, though could see a return as soon at May 4 vs NYCFC if all goes well.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Evander and Cincinnati host Sporting Kansas City

Evander leads Cincinnati into a matchup with Sporting Kansas City after scoring two goals against the Chicago Fire

APRIL 25 • Associated Press

Held out of training Kubo (hamstring) was held out of training Thursday and was not an option during the 1-0 win over DC United, per Laurel Pfahler of the Queens City Press.

Impact Kubo had begun training, however is not limited as he suffers a set back in his return from his hamstring injury. He has missed the last three games, and is at risk of missing another if the midfielder cannot participate in a full week of training.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

D.C. United brings losing streak into match against Cincinnati

D.C

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Trained Wednesday Kubo (hamstring) trained with the team Wednesday, however was not an option for the clash with Nashville. per Laurel Pfahler of the Queens City Press.

Impact Kubo missed the trip to Nashville with a hamstring injury despite returning to training. With a full week of training, the midfielder will likely be good to go for the match vs New England on April 5.

MARCH 29 • ROTOWIRE

Off with hamstring injury Kubo recorded two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Atlanta United. He was subbed off due to injury in the 81st...

Impact Kubo looked to have picked up a minor hamstring injury that forced him to sub off in the 81st minute. He has earned a starting spot in the attack for Cincinnati, starting all five games with a goal to open up the campaign.

MARCH 23 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late goal Kubo scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-0 win against Toronto FC.

Impact Kubo saw his first goal of the season Saturday, finding the back of the net in the 88th minute to seal the win. Ultimately, this would be his best match of the season thus far, notching two chances created, three crosses and four shots. He has started in all three games this season, notching 220 minutes of play.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

FC Cincinnati extend dominance over Toronto FC Kevin Denkey and Yuya Kubo scored in the second half, and FC Cincinnati beat visiting Toronto FC 2-0 on Saturday night.Following numerous qu...

MARCH 9 • SACBEE.COM

FC Cincinnati extend dominance over Toronto FC Kevin Denkey and Yuya Kubo scored in the second half, and FC Cincinnati beat visiting Toronto FC 2-0 on Saturday night.Following numerous qu...

MARCH 9 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Fires in three shots Kubo generated three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Nashville SC.

Impact Kubo wasn't all that effective Saturday but still managed three shots in the draw, adding on a chance created. This comes after earning a goal and an assist in his last outing, remaining at 11 goal contributions on the campaign. He continues to be a regular starter, earning the start in 24 of his 28 appearances.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opening goal in victory Kubo scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 win over Minnesota United.

Impact Kubo ended a six-game goal drought to pick up his 10th goal of the season. He took two shots, both of which ended up on target, and created two chances. This is only the sixth time he has had two or more shots on target this season.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Yuya Kubo, Luca Orellano propel Cincinnati to 2-1 victory over Minnesota United

Yuya Kubo and Luca Orellano scored first-half goals and FC Cincinnati held off Minnesota United 2-1

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • Associated Press