YUYA KUBO NEWS

Two shots on goal Kubo recorded three shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 4-0 loss against Inter Miami CF.

Impact Kubo put forth a spirited substitute performance Sunday, setting a team-high with two shots a on target across his 24 minutes of play. The attacker missed Cincinnati's previous playoff fixture due to suspension. Kubo concludes a fragmented, injury-plagued campaign with his fewest league appearances since the 2020 MLS season, his first season in Cincinnati.

NOVEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension over Kubo is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Kubo has ended his suspension after missing the final match of the club's opening playoff series, serving his one-match ban. This is good news for the club, as he did start on the left in the previous two playoff matches. Lukas Engel is their regular on the left and will likely return to that spot if fit, leaving Kubo to a depth role moving forward.

NOVEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Crew Kubo received a red card in Sunday's matchup against Columbus Crew.

Impact Kubo ruined the game for his team with a last-man foul during the 38th minute in the second match of the MLS playoffs round one series. The midfielder is consequently suspended for the decisive clash versus Columbus, where Luca Orellano could cover his absence on the left flank. In any case, Kubo hasn't been very active this year, so losing him is a moderate blow to the squad.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Galaxy Kubo (leg) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Kubo has logged just 32 minutes of play over the last four months, so he may not be rushed into a meaningful role. However, he's now a real alternative to Evander and Luca Orellano in the No. 10 spot and on the left wing, respectively. Kubo made seven starts at the beginning of the year, scoring one goal while tallying 11 shots and six chances created in that period.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to group training Kubo (leg) has returned to team training with Cincinnati, reports Laurel Pfahler of the Queens City Press.

Impact Kubo may finally be inching towards a return to the pitch once again after returning to the injured list with a leg injury. It has been a rough season for the midfielder with several injury woes all year.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Trains individually Kubo (leg) was spotted training on the side Wednesday, according to Laurel Pfahler of The Queen City Press.

Impact Kubo made his return from an ankle injury during the defeat against New York City but suffered a leg injury that kept him sidelined for the last game. The versatile midfielder has already missed 18 games this season and will likely miss more since the staff will not risk him to avoid setbacks. Kubo started the season as an undisputed starter but has started only two of his last six appearances due to recurring injuries.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Out once again Kubo is out for Saturday's match against Philadelphia due to a leg injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Kubo returned to the bench last match after an ankle injury, but he once again injury after picking up a leg injury. This is a tough run of play for the attacker as he cannot kick the injury bug, now missing 18 games through injury this season. He will hope this isn't long-term, missing multiple matches every time he hits the sidelines.

AUGUST 29 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Kubo (ankle) is on the bench Saturday against New York City FC.

Impact Kubo recorded 586 minutes across 10 league games before suffering an injury which forced him to miss the last couple of months. The central midfielder should see his involvement gradually increased going forward and may eventually be a source of passes and offensive stats.

AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

Cincinnati hosts New York City FC in Eastern Conference play

Cincinnati and New York City FC hit the pitch in a conference matchup

AUGUST 22 • Associated Press

Back with group Kubo (ankle) returned to training Tuesday, according to Laurel Pfahler of the Queen City Press.

Impact Kubo is back in training with his teammates this week, as expected, starting to ramp up his fitness. That said, he will look to heal and get back into shape over the week, hoping to feature on Saturday against New York City FC. He has missed most of the injury due to injuries, so he will hope to remain fit after returning.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Kubo (ankle) is out for Saturday's match against Portland, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Kubo has been out for well over a month now due to an ankle injury, and he is yet to recover, with the attacker still sidelined. He has had no reports of training or any signs of good fitness, leaving a return up in the air. He has struggled all season with injuries, so this is a tough turn, missing 17 games this season.

AUGUST 15 • ROTOWIRE

Portland Timbers host Cincinnati in non-conference play

The Portland Timbers and Cincinnati take the pitch in a non-conference matchup

AUGUST 15 • Associated Press

Remains unavailable Kubo (ankle) is out for Saturday's match against Miami, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Kubo has been dealing with an ankle injury for some time and doesn't appear to be returning soon, as he is still out a month later. He will now have a break of two weeks before their next game, looking to hopefully train during the break and return when facing Charlotte on August 10, although that is unknown.

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Cincinnati takes shutout streak into matchup against Inter Miami

Cincinnati comes into a matchup with Inter Miami after notching two straight shutout wins

JULY 25 • Associated Press

Real Salt Lake takes shutout streak into matchup with Cincinnati

Real Salt Lake comes into a matchup with Cincinnati after recording two straight shutout wins

JULY 18 • Associated Press

Messi and Inter Miami visit Cincinnati

Lionel Messi leads Inter Miami into a matchup with Cincinnati after scoring two goals against Nashville

JULY 15 • Associated Press

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

JULY 11 • 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