AARON BOUPENDZA NEWS

MLS terminates contract of FC Cincinnati's Aaron Boupendza Major League Soccer terminated the contract of FC Cincinnati forward Aaron Boupendza on Thursday, effective immediately.The league did not d...

AUGUST 8 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

MLS terminates contract of FC Cincinnati's Aaron Boupendza Major League Soccer terminated the contract of FC Cincinnati forward Aaron Boupendza on Thursday, effective immediately.The league did not d...

AUGUST 8 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

MLS terminates contract of FC Cincinnati forward Aaron Boupendza | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Contract termination Major League Soccer has terminated the contract of FC Cincinnati forward Aaron Boupendza, effe...

AUGUST 8 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Not with team Boupendza has not been with the team in the last week due to an illness, however has been failing to report to team duties, reports Laurel Pfahler of the Queens City Press.

Impact Boupendza has not been having a great season, dealing with outside of football injuries and failing to attend team activities. This could lead to a possible ban from the team, with the club heading into the Round of 32 of the Leagues Cup. Boupendza made just five starts in 14 appearances, scoring two goals with one assist.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Boupendza had an assist with his lone chance created during Saturday's 3-1 loss to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Boupendza entered the match in the 60th minute and set up Corey Baird in the 67th for Cincinnati's lone goal. The assist was the first of the season for Boupendza and his first goal involvement since March as he's played in a sporadic fashion since making his last start for the club in April.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Makes surprise appearance Boupendza created two chances in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus New England Revolution.

Impact Boupendza made a quicker return to the pitch than expected after getting some minutes during the loss Saturday. He underwent jaw surgery in May, missing the last seven games. The forward was also an unused sub during the win against the Union, where he will look to make his first start since April 13 once back to full match form.

JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE

Intergrates back to training Boupendza (jaw) was able to train with the team but is not expected to be an option for Saturday's match against Philadelphia, per Laurel Pfahler of the Queens City Press.

Impact Boupendza is making a slow return to the pitch as he begun full training following his jaw injury. His timeline of return is expected to be the next week, barring any setbacks. Though the clash with New England seems soon, the best chance for his come back is expected to be the trip to Dallas on June 29.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Set for 6-8 weeks absence Boupendza suffered a broken jaw in an off-field action and is set to miss the next 6-8 weeks.

Impact This is unfortunate news for Boupendza, who suffered a broken jaw outside of football that will see him miss up to two months. He had started the season off on the right foot, totaling two goals while generating 17 shots (eight on target), six clearances and four tackles (two won). The forward is projected to return July the earliest, depending on his recovery.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

FC Cincinnati striker Aaron Boupendza out with broken jaw | MLSSoccer.com FC Cincinnati striker Aaron Boupendza is expected to miss 6-8 weeks while recovering from a broken jaw that he suffered in an off-field inju...

MAY 2 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores against Charlotte FC Boupendza scored one goal to go with five shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Charlotte FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in t...

Impact Boupendza scored a last gasp equalizer in the 92nd minute assisted by DeAndre Yedlin. Boupendza completed two dribbles, but missed a big chance in the 57th minute. He has now scored twice this season and will aim to break last year's tally of six goals.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Boupendza scores late to help Cincinnati earn 1-1 draw with Charlotte Aaron Boupendza scored in the second minute of stoppage time and FC Cincinnati rallied for a 1-1 draw with Charlotte FC

MARCH 31 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Scores opener in Saturday's win Boupendza scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Chicago Fire.

Impact Boupendza scored the opening goal of Saturday's match, an outside the box strike off a Chicago turnover in the 39th minute. It came on one of his five shots (two on target) as he made his first start of the season. He was subbed off in the 80th minute for Sergio Santos.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 12 • USATODAY.COM

Assists opener in ECF loss Boupendza assisted once to go with four shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Columbus Crew.

Impact Boupendza assisted the opening goal of Saturday's match as his cross found Brandon Vazquez in 14th minute to take the 1-0 lead. While Columbus would eventually come back and win the match, Boupendza had a productive season with Cincinnati after joining the club in the summer from Al-Shabab. He scored six goals and provided one assist in 14 appearances (eight starts) and will look to build upon that with a full season in 2024.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Levels the score Boupendza scored a goal while taking four shots (one on goal) during Saturday's shootout win over the New York Red Bulls.

Impact Boupendza entered the match in the 34th minute, scoring in the 75th to force a penalty shootout and converting his penalty shot in the shootout. The goal was Boupendza's first since the end of September as he's played off the bench in his last three matches.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training fully Boupendza is training fully during Wednesday's session, Pat Brennan reports.

Impact Boupendza missed a Saturday clash with Atlanta on decision day after returning late from international duty. It appears the striker and the club have repaired that relationship, meaning Boupendza should be fully fit to kick off the playoffs for the newly-crowned Shield winners.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns late Boupendza is out for Saturday's clash with Atlanta due to returning from international duty late, Laurel Pfahler reports.

Impact Boupendza is being held out of Saturday's match and didn't train throughout the week. His availability for the playoffs is uncertain though he is now back with the team and should be available moving forward, barring further discipline from the team.

OCTOBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner on the road Boupendza scored one goal to go with six shots (four on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-2 victory versus Toronto FC.

Impact Boupendza scored in the 72nd minute to give Cincinnati the 3-2 lead and seal the road win. The forward now has five goals in eight appearances (five starts) since transferring from Saudi Arabia in July. He also led his side in shots during the match.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over Charlotte Boupendza scored a goal off four shots (three on target) and created four chances during Saturday's 3-0 win over Charlotte.

Impact Boupendza was a key player for Cincinnati in their win as he scored the second goal of the game in the 50th minute after picking an assist from Luciano Acosta and also created a lot for teammates. With four goals over seven appearances since being unveiled at his new club, the striker will certainly one of their biggest hopes for the upcoming playoffs.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off bench versus Philadelphia Boupendza scored a goal off two shots (one on target) and created two chances during Saturday's 2-2 draw against Cincinnati.

Impact Boupendza was brought as part of a double halftime substitution and needed just four minutes to make an impact as he slotted home a pass from the left flank to cut opposition's lead to just one goal. That's now three goals over five MLS appearances (just two starts) for the forward, who keeps impressing since joining Cincinnati from Saudi Arabia.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Joining team in Philly Boupendza (not injury related) will meet the team in Philadelphia for Saturday's matchup, per Laurel Pfahler of the Queen City Press.

Impact Given his travel delays, it seems unlikely Boupendza will be pressed into the starting XI but should at least be included in the squad. In his four appearances this season, including two starts, the forward has scored two goals on 10 shots (six on target).

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not back with team Boupendza (not injury related) has yet to return from the Gabon national team following the 2-1 loss to Mauritania during the African Cup of Nations on Saturday, per Laurel Pfahler...

Impact Boupendza has yet to return to Cincinnati with the team scheduled to face the Union on Saturday. He already has two goals in four appearances since joining the team in June. If the forward cannot be ready for the match, then Sergio Santos could start alongside Brandon Vazquez.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances as sub Boupendza registered two shots (zero on goal) and three chances created in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Orlando City SC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 94th minute.

Impact Boundepza subbed on in the second half and had a good offensive performance, but it wasn't enough to avoid the home loss. The forward registered the second-most shots and chances created despite the limited time in the pitch. He logged his fourth appearance (two starts) since transferring from Saudi Arabia in June, scoring two goals so far.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available Saturday Boupendza (undisclosed) is expected to be available Saturday against Orlando City SC, Laurel Pfahler of The Queen City Press reports.

Impact Boupendza missed the midweek match against Atlanta United, and even though Cincinnati escaped with a 2-1 win, his presence was sorely missed upfront. It wouldn't be surprising if he moved into the starting lineup immediately, sending Sergio Santos back to the bench.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Live updates | FC Cincinnati without Aaron Boupendza at Atlanta United Aaron Boupendza did not travel with FC Cincinnati to Atlanta on Tuesday. He picked up an unspecified injury in the win Saturday against NYCF...

AUGUST 30, 2023 • CINCINNATI.COM