BRYAN OVIEDO NEWS

Real Salt Lake waive veteran D Bryan Oviedo Real Salt Lake waived veteran defender Bryan Oviedo on Thursday after parts of three seasons with the club.The 34-year-old Costa Rica native...

AUGUST 15 • THESTATE.COM

Real Salt Lake waive defender Bryan Oviedo | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Waived Real Salt Lake have waived veteran defender Bryan Oviedo, the club announced Thursday. The 34-year-old Costa...

AUGUST 15 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Earns second assist of season Oviedo assisted once to go with four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 loss against Colorado Rapids.

Impact Oviedo bagged a slightly rare assist Saturday, finding Andres Gomez in the ninth minute for the opening goal of the match. This marks his second assist of the season, with his last coming in late April. This was his first start in three appearances, only starting in six of his 15 appearances this campaign.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Oviedo (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's clash versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact Oviedo hasn't played in the last four MLS matches but should be an option in this one, offering an alternative to Justen Glad and Brayan Vera at center-back or to Alexandros Katranis on the left side. However, the Costa Rica international has seen limited activity this season, and that might remain the case going forward.

MAY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Deemed questionable Oviedo (calf) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Kansas City.

Impact Oviedo was handed a questionable tag as he struggles through a calf injury. The defender went unused last time out and very well could end up on the sideline even if he passes the late fitness checks, as he has twice in the last three matches.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Assists during first start Oviedo had an assist while crossing twice (one accurate), creating two chances, making two interceptions, a tackle and two clearances during Saturday's 4-0 win over Chicago.

Impact Oviedo set up Cristian Arango in the 37th minute assisting RSL's third goal of the match while leading his side in chances created and interceptions. The assist was the first goal involvement of the season for Oviedo who made his first start of the season after totaling just 23 minutes from the bench prior to Saturday's match.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Available as expected Oviedo (hamstring) is available off the bench for Saturday's clash with St. Louis.

Impact Oviedo was listed as probable for Saturday's match and he makes his return to the bench. The defender suffered the injury in pre-season but appears to be recovering without any major concerns. Andrew Brody is in the starting XI at left-back with Oviedo on the sideline.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Wednesday Oviedo (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's match versus Inter Miami, according to the Real Salt Lake availability report.

Impact Oviedo is dealing with a hamstring injury, but his condition has improved as he will likely be an option for Wednesday's opener. If he is, then the defender is set to start at left back, with Alexandros Katranis ruled out with visa issues.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Assists equalizer Saturday Oviedo assisted once to go with three crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 (5-4) penalty shootout defeat versus Houston Dynamo.

Impact Oviedo assisted Diego Luna's equalizer in the 65th minute, a goal which eventually sent the match into a series-deciding penalty shootout. Oviedo did not take a shot in the shootout as his side lost it 4-3 and were eliminated from the playoffs. He finished the season with four assists and five clean sheets in 28 appearances (22 starts).

NOVEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active display versus Dallas Oviedo had three shots (two on target), created two chances and sent in six crosses (one accurate) during Wednesday's 3-1 loss against Dallas.

Impact Oviedo was part of a defensive line that allowed three goals during a 15-minute span in the second half but at least could make up for that on the attacking end, being a great option to generate plays from the flank. A starter in four of the last five matches, the left-back will hope his recent performances help him consolidating himself in RSL lineup.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Decent production in loss Oviedo registered two shots (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Oviedo was okay in Saturday's loss, contributing one chance created, two tackles, two shots and five crosses. The 33-year-old has struggled to find much production out of his wing-back role this season, only compiling 60 crosses and 32 tackles this season. He has registered three assists on the season, with his last being over two months ago.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists from the bench Oviedo had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing once inaccurately during Saturday's 3-1 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Oviedo entered the match in the 75th minute and set up Jefferson Savarino six minutes into his appearance for RSL's final goal. This was the second time in three matches that Oviedo provided an assist off the bench for Savarino, but the fullback has started just twice in RSL's past six matches.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Oviedo had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing once accurately during Saturday's 4-0 win over Orlando.

Impact Oviedo entered the match in the 69th minute and set up Jefferson Savarino in the 78th minute for RSL's third goal. The assist was the fullback's first since April as he's started just six times over the past three months partially due to dealing with a calf injury.

JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Option off bench Oviedo is on the bench for Wednesday's match versus St Louis City.

Impact Oviedo has been absent the last two matches with a calf injury, but is back with the team and starting on the bench. He's started five of his previous seven games played, totaling an assist with 19 crosses (four won) and 16 tackles (eight won) in that span).

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Oviedo (calf) is questionable for Saturday's clash with D.C. United, according to the Salt Lake injury report.

Impact Oviedo is questionable after picking up an injury in the Open Cup. The defender has seen 10 appearances (eight starts) when fully fit and could play a major role when he's available once more. If Oviedo is ruled out it will likely be Andrew Brody taking the starting job straight back.

JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured in Open Cup Oviedo was subbed out of Wednesday's U.S. Open Cup win over the Galaxy in the 66th minute after suffering an apparent injury.

Impact Oviedo will be questionable with a quick turnaround for Saturday's league clash against NYCFC after picking up an injury in midweek. Andrew Brody, Brayan Vera, Bode Hidalgo and Emeka Eneli are all options to start at full-back in his potential absence.

JUNE 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets four clearances in return Oviedo generated two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 win over Austin FC.

Impact Oviedo returned to the lineup after missing the last two matches with a groin injury. Seems to be that the left back will keep his starting role, totaling eight starts in 10 appearances while logging in an assist, 36 crosses (seven accurate), 21 tackles (12 won) and 22 clearances thus far.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting at left-back Oviedo (groin) returns to the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Austin.

Impact Oviedo returns to the starting XI after being listed as probable. The defender missed a pair of matches due to the groin injury but is now straight back in the starting XI. Oviedo takes over in the starting XI immediately moving Brayan Vera back into central defense.

JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probably Oviedo (groin) is listed as probable in the RSL injury report for Saturday's clash with Austin.

Impact Oviedo was upgraded to probable after missing two matches due to the groin issue. It's a good sign that the defender was able to fully recover after the week on the sideline. Oviedo has seen consistent starts at left-back when fit and could return to the starting XI immediately.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with groin issue Oviedo is listed as questionable with a groin injury in Salt Lake's availability report for Wednesday's clash against the Galaxy.

Impact Oviedo missed the draw with Minnesota at the weekend with this injury and his status is uncertain once again heading into Wednesday. Andrew Brody and Bode Hidalgo are likely to continue as the starting full-backs in his absence while Justen Glad (suspension) is out as well.

MAY 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates five chances in loss Oviedo recorded six crosses (two accurate) and five chances created in Sunday's 3-0 loss versus Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Oviedo recorded five chances created Saturday after coming into the match with six total in his previous six appearances. He also whipped in six crosses (two accurate), won three of his seven attempted tackles and made two clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances in draw Oviedo made two clearances, two interceptions and created two chances in Saturday's 0-0 draw against the Sounders.

Impact Oviedo made his first MLS start since mid-March on Saturday after recovering from a calf injury. He lined up at right-back in place of the injured Andrew Brody (ankle), but it seems that Brayan Vera has overtaken him as the preferred option at his favored left-back position.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in return Oviedo assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-1 win against San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Oviedo made his first appearance since coming back from a four-match absence due to a calf injury, and found his way immediately onto the scoresheet. The left-back came off the bench when Brayan Vera was forced off due to injury, and did well immediately. Oviedo opened the season as the starting option, and now that he is fit once more he could take that role over once more.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Taken off injury report Oviedo (calf) is not listed in RSL's injury report for Saturday's clash against FC Dallas.

Impact Oviedo has missed Salt Lake's last three games due to a calf injury, and when he returns to action it may only be as a backup as new signing Brayan Vera may have already replaced him in the preferred XI at left-back.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Oviedo (calf) will face a fitness test in order to be available for Saturday's clash against Charlotte FC, according to RSL's injury report for the match.

Impact Oviedo has missed Salt Lake's last two matches with a calf injury, with Emeka Eneli replacing him in the XI and Andrew Brody sliding over to his left-back spot.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE