Orlando City visits the Chicago Fire in opening round of MLS Cup Playoffs
Orlando City visits the Chicago Fire in the first round of the MLS Cup PlayoffsOCTOBER 21 • Associated Press
CESAR ARAUJO #5 - MIDFIELDER - ORLANDO CITY SC
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Makes one interception off bench Araujo had one interception in Saturday's 4-2 defeat to Toronto FC.
Impact Araujo returned from his back injury, playing the final 30 minutes of the match Saturday, This puts him in a good spot to regain his starting midfield spot for Wednesday's wild card game, having previously started the last nine MLS matches played prior to his absence.
OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE
Toronto takes home draw streak into matchup against Orlando City
Toronto takes on Orlando City after playing to a draw in four straight home gamesOCTOBER 17 • Associated Press
Officially questionable Araujo (back) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Vancouver, per the MLS injury report.
Impact Araujo was added to the injury report in September, and is now finally questionable. With Joran Gerbet (knee) on the shelf for Saturday's clash, Araujo could be thrust straight back into the starting XI. Gerbet, Kyle Smith and Eduard Atuesta have split time in the midfield while Araujo has been sidelined.
OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up back injury Araujo is questionable for Saturday's match against D.C. United due to a lower-back injury, according to the MLS injury report.
Impact Araujo is going to need to pass some testing to be an option Saturday, as the everyday midfielder is dealing with some back issues. That said, he is a regular starter, so they will hope to have him available. If he is left out, Dagur Dan Thorhallson or Joran Gerbet could be possible replacements.
SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE
Serves ban Araujo has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the trip to Nashville on Saturday.
Impact Araujo is set to return and is expected to get the start in the midfield against Nashville. He continues to play more of a defensive center midfield position collecting 38 tackles while keeping two clean sheets in 20 MLS appearances.
AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE
Set for suspension Araujo is set to be suspended after accumulating five yellow cards in the MLS.
Impact Araujo will miss the clash against Sporting Kansas City due to a suspension after picking up his fifth yellow card in the league. Kyle Smith is expected to replace him in the midfield alongside Eduard Atuesta for Orlando.
AUGUST 11 • ROTOWIRE
Colorado Rapids host Orlando City in non-conference play
The Colorado Rapids and Orlando City square off in a non-conference matchupJUNE 13 • Associated Press
Back for Orlando Araujo has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the trip to Colorado on June 14.
Impact Araujo will return to the pitch after the international break, having served a suspension for a straight red card against Atlanta. He's had a far better start to the season than in 2024, recording two goals with three assists in 11 appearances, having started all of those as he already surpassed his career high for goals.
JUNE 1 • ROTOWIRE
Orlando City's César Araújo fined by MLS Disciplinary Committee | MLSSoccer.com The MLS Disciplinary Committee has issued the following ruling after Matchday 16 of the 2025 season.
MAY 30 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Orlando City takes on the Chicago Fire in conference matchup
Orlando City and the Chicago Fire take the pitch in a conference matchupMAY 30 • Associated Press
Atlanta United rallies for 3-2 victory to end Orlando City's 12-match unbeaten streak
Jamal Thiaré scored in the fifth minute of second-half stoppage time after Bartosz Slisz scored the equalizer in the 83rd — six minutes after César Araújo received a red card — and...MAY 29 • Associated Press
Sees red Wednesday Araujo received a straight red card in the 77th minute of Wednesday's 3-2 defeat against Atlanta. He scored one goal and created three chances before walking off the pitch.
Impact Araujo had a decent game on Wednesday against Atlanta, scoring his second goal of the season and creating three chances, his highest mark of the season. That said, he ended the game in a negative way since he received a straight red card, leaving his teammates down to ten men. He will be suspended for Saturday's clash against Chicago. He has been a regular starter in the midfield for Orlando so his absence will force a change with Joran Gerbet likely replacing him for that game.
MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE
Orlando City plays the Portland Timbers after shutout win
A game after shutting out Inter Miami 3-0, Orlando City plays the Portland TimbersMAY 23 • Associated Press
Dishes assist in win Araujo assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-1 victory versus Charlotte FC. In addition, he was given...
Impact Araujo recorded an assist for the second straight game and is up to three assists through eight appearances this season. He also has accounted for at least one chance created in three consecutive outings, and he is up to five tackles won over that same span.
MAY 16 • ROTOWIRE
Ojeda scores again and Orlando keeps streak alive with 3-1 victory over Charlotte
Luis Muriel and red-hot MartÃn Ojeda scored early goals and Orlando City stretched its unbeaten run to 11 matches with a 3-1 victory over CharlotteMAY 15 • Associated Press
Provides assist against New England Araujo assisted once to go with four shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus New England Revolution. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the...
Impact Araujo set up Martin Ojeda through a short pass during the 24th minute of the draw. Other than that, the Uruguayan won five of his 13 ground duels, while his four shots ranked second on the team in the week 12 game. The assist was his first goal contribution since March 2 and third of the current campaign after seven appearances. Despite playing a holding midfield role, he has been involved in a variety of stats lately.
MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE
MartÃn Ojeda nets hat-trick to pass 50 career goals, Orlando and New England play to 3-3 draw
Orlando City’s MartÃn Ojeda scored three times to blow past 50 career goals, Carles Gil tied it with a penalty kick late in the second half, and New England played Orlando City to...MAY 11 • Associated Press
Goes full 90 minutes Araujo had three shots (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Chicago Fire.
Impact Araujo was able to play the entire 90 minutes after missing the last four matches, with his last appearance back on March 30. He is still a top option to start in the defensive midfield, recording six starts in six appearances, logging in a goal and an assist with 13 tackles (nine won), nine clearances and five chances created.
MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Starting at Chicago Araujo (lower leg) is in the initial lineup for Saturday's visit to Chicago Fire.
Impact Araujo may see significant playing time in his first appearance since March 30 following a four-game absence. His comeback fills Orlando's central midfield in the absence of Eduard Atuesta (neck). The Uruguayan was in good form prior to the injury, averaging 49 passes, 2.0 tackles and 1.6 clearances per game. He also tallied one goal and an assist in five matches played.
MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE
Orlando City takes shutout streak into matchup with the Chicago Fire
Orlando City comes into a matchup with the Chicago Fire after securing four straight shutout winsMAY 2 • Associated Press
Deemed questionable Araujo (lower leg) is questionable for Saturday's trip to Montreal , per the MLS injury report.
Impact Araujo returned from a lower leg injury last week on the bench but is straight back on the injury report. It's unclear what sort of role he's ready for, if any, even if he's deemed fit enough for the bench again Saturday.
APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE
Fit for bench Araujo (lower body) is on the bench for Saturday's match against the New York Red Bulls.
Impact Araujo is with the squad again after he was absent last week, with the midfielder fit to earn a bench appearance. He will look to see some time and return to the starting XI next match, as he has started in all five of his appearances until Saturday.
APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable with leg injury Araujo (lower leg) is questionable for Saturday's match against the New York Red Bulls.
Impact Araujo is going to be a late call Saturday after he suffered a lower leg injury. This will be something to monitor after he missed out last week. He is a regular starter and could see that spot if fit, with Joran Gerbet and Dagur Dan Thorhallson as possible replacements.
APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE
Two goal contributions in win Araujo scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 victory versus Toronto FC.
Impact Araujo played a key role against Toronto, scoring from a free kick and providing an assist. He struck the set piece with precision, leaving Sean Johnson no chance. Later, he delivered a well-timed through ball for Martin Ojeda's goal in the 63rd minute. He will look to build on this performance against New York City on Saturday.
MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE
