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Finished on bench Carlos was left on the bench for the final three matches of 2023.

Impact Carlos opened the season as a consistent starter and earned 16 starts before injury sidelined him. When he returned from the injury he had fallen out of favor as the top choice to partner Robin Jansson in the starting XI. Despite that his option for 2024 was picked up, meaning Carlos could compete for his starting job in pre-season, or end up with a consistent role off the bench.

JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Among substitutes Wednesday Carlos is fit and in the match day squad to face Nashville on Wednesday.

Impact Carlos returns from a lower leg injury which has kept him out of action since July. The defender is available from the bench if called upon with Robin Jansson and Rodrigo Schlegel starting at center back.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for weekend Carlos (lower leg) is questionable for Saturday's match against Montreal.

Impact Carlos returned to training last Friday, but he was not fit to play against Miami. However, he could make an appearance against Montreal off the bench at minimum, with Robin Jansson and Rodrigo Schlegel expected to keep their starting place in the lineup for the time being.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Carlos (lower leg) returned to training Thursday, manager Oscar Pareja told reporters.

Impact Carlos is back in training ahead of Sunday's clash with Miami. The defender could be an option to get some minutes off the bench though it's unlikely he is handed the start, especially as he was spotted limping Friday. If Carlos can't start Robin Jansson and Rodrigo Schlegel will continue in the starting XI.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Antonio Carlos (lower leg) is out for Saturday's clash with Columbus, according to the Orlando injury report.

Impact Antonio Carlos will continue on the sideline with a lower leg issue. The defender is a key pat of the defense, but seems to be struggling tog et back on the pitch. Robin Jansson and Rodrigo Schlegel will continue to pair in central defense.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Held from Saturday's match Antonio Carlos (lower leg) will not be an option for Saturday's clash with the Columbus Crew, according to Mike Gramajo of WESH 2 News.

Impact Antonio Carlos is still not ready to return to the pitch with a lower leg injury. He's scored during his last outing before going down on injury, logging in 68 clearances on the season. Robin Jansson and Rodrigo Schlegel will continue to mend the center of the defense for the time being.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out once more Carlos (lower leg) is out for Wednesday's trip to Charlotte, according to the Orlando injury report.

Impact Carlos is set for the sideline once more, his third match out since returning from the Leagues Cup break. Rodrigo Schlegel is likely to continue in the starting XI while Carlos is sidelined with the lower leg injury.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Antonio Carlos (lower leg) will not be an option for Saturday's match against St Louis City.

Impact Antonio Carlos was ruled out late during Sunday's match against Chicago with a lower leg injury and will sit another game out. In his absence, Robin Jansson and Rodrigo Schlegel have been mending the center of the defense and it will remain like that for the time being.

AUGUST 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knock in training Antonio Carlos (strain) is not an option for Sunday's match against Chicago, reports Orlando City reporter Austin David.

Impact Antonio Carlos has been the main center back for the team, totaling 15 starts in his last 15 appearances, recording 68 clearances in that span. Rodrigo Schlegel and Robin Jasson will mend the defense in his absence on Sunday.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First goal of season Carlos scored a goal with his lone shot while blocking two shots and making six clearances during Saturday's 2-1 win over Atlanta.

Impact Carlos found the back of the net in the 25th minute scoring Orlando's first goal of the match. The goal was the first in 16 appearances for the center back as he led Orlando in both blocks and clearances in the victory.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Atlanta United vs. Orlando City SC Highlights | MLS on FOX

JULY 16, 2023 • Fox Sports

Orlando's Antonio Carlos scores a spectacular HEADER goal to tie up the match against Atlanta

JULY 16, 2023 • Fox Sports

Productive in shutout win Carlos had three tackles (three won), two clearances and three interceptions in Tuesday's 4-0 victory versus Toronto FC.

Impact Carlos and the Orlando back line have been on fire of late with four clean sheets over the past seven matches while allowing just six goals in that span. The center-back has been fairly productive in defensive peripheral stats too but offers little offensively.

JULY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Eligible to return from suspension Carlos will be available to feature in Wednesday's clash against the Union after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Carlos missed Saturday's loss to the Revolution while suspended for yellow card accumulation, but he's likely to take back over from Rodrigo Schlegel to start alongside Robin Jansson in central defense versus Philadelphia this week.

JUNE 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against New England Carlos will miss next weekend's clash against the Revolution with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Carlos picked up his fifth booking of the season in Saturday's win over the Rapids, meaning he'll be suspended for next weekend's match. Rodrigo Schlegel is likely to replace him alongside Robin Jansson in central defense against New England.

JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Seven clearances against Miami Carlos made two interceptions and seven clearances in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Inter Miami.

Impact Carlos defended well against his in-state rivals on Saturday, and he's now started seven consecutive league matches for Orlando since returning from a leg injury at the start of the season, replacing Rodrigo Schlegel in the lineup in central defense.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes first start of season Carlos made two blocks, two clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Minnesota United.

Impact Carlos made his full season debut on Saturday, lining up alongside Robin Jansson and Rodrigo Schlegel in a back-three against Minnesota. Carlos seems like the backup option among the trio when Orlando usually lines up with four at the back.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes season debut off bench Carlos subbed into Saturday's match against the Union in the 80th minute and made an interception in the 2-1 victory.

Impact Carlos made his first appearance of the season Saturday after recovering from a leg injury, and he helped close out an important win against Philadelphia off the bench. He seems to be the backup option behind Robin Jansson and Rodrigo Schlegel in central defense at the moment, but that could still change as the campaign continues.

MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes bench Saturday Antonio Carlos (leg) is on the bench for Saturday's game against DC United.

Impact The Brazilian defender missed the first two games of the season, but it's certainly positive to see him available on the bench. He should recover his regular starting role as he gains match fitness.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to training with team Carlos (leg) was back in full training with Orlando City on Thursday, Austin David of the Orlando Sentinel reports. He's not listed in the injury report for Saturday's clash agains...

Impact Carlos is yet to make his season debut as he's been dealing with a leg injury, but he's making progress with his recovery and has been taken off the injury report ahead of this weekend's D.C. match.

MARCH 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still not training Carlos (leg) is progressing with his injury but was not in training with Orlando City on Tuesday, the Orlando Sentinel's Austin David reports.

Impact Carlos is still dealing with a leg injury and Orlando manager told David that "We didn't want to take any risks," meaning he is likely doubtful to be ready by Saturday's clash against FC Cincinnati. Robin Jansson and Rodrigo Schlegel should continue as the center-back pairing until Carlos can return.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play in season opener Antonio Carlos (leg) is not in the squad for Saturday's game against the Red Bulls.

Impact The central defender has been ruled out of the season opener due to a nagging injury, meaning Rodrigo Schlegel will partner with Robin Jansson at the heart of the defensive line. Antonio Carlos will try to return for Orlando's upcoming match against Cincinnati on Mar. 4.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for season opener Carlos (leg) is in doubt against the New York Red Bulls on Saturday, "I think he has shown a lot of progress" according to head coach Oscar Pareja reported by Austin David from the...

Impact Carlos has been suffering from right leg tightness and it is unclear if he will make an appearance for the first match of the season Saturday. He was a very important feature for Orlando City in the back line, totaling 98 clearances with an average of 4.4 a contest in 22 appearances last year.

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starter for much of year Carlos kept five clean sheets and recorded an assist across 22 MLS appearances (19 starts) this season.

Impact Carlos missed more than two months of the campaign with a hamstring injury he suffered in early April, but he started in 12 of Orlando's final 13 matches of the season in central defense. The 29-year-old should remain in the first-choice XI alongside either Robin Jansson or Rodrigo Schlegel in 2023.

NOVEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Atlanta United vs. Orlando City SC Highlights | MLS on FOX

Orlando's Antonio Carlos scores a spectacular HEADER goal to tie up the match against Atlanta

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