CRISTIAN ROLDAN NEWS

In concussion protocol again Roldan suffered another head injury during Saturday's 3-0 Leagues Cup loss to Real Salt Lake and will be placed on concussion protocol, according to head coach Brian Schmetzer per...

Impact It is unclear if Roldan will be back when the MLS returns on Aug 20, however he will likely miss the next two League Cup matches after suffering another head injury, He had returned to the team on July 16 after serving time at the Gold Cup with the USMNT.

JULY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts seven crosses Roldan registered two shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus FC Dallas.

Impact Rolden participated in the Sounders' last game before an upcoming break that will last until August. Despite being out on Gold Cup duties since June, his latest appearance indicated no signs of rust, with his cross tally being the Sounders' second-best, behind Albert Rusnak.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back with Seattle Roldan is back with Seattle and is expected to be available for Saturday's clash with Dallas, manager Brian Schmetzer told reporters Friday.

Impact Roldan returned from a disappointing Gold Cup campaign and is expected to be available once more for Saturday's clash. The midfielder returns alongside teammate Jordan Morris, who is also expected to return to action in the final match before the Summer break.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

USMNT ousted from Gold Cup on Penalties Orlando Mosquera saved a penalty by Cristian Roldan in the sixth round of the shootout to help Panama defeat the U.S. men’s national team in...

JULY 13, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

United States advances to Gold Cup semifinals, ousting Canada on penalty kicks

The USMNT will face Panama on Wednesday with a chance to advance to the final in Los Angeles. Here are three takeaways following Sunday's ma...

JULY 10, 2023

Leaving for Gold Cup tournament Roldan has been called up by the USMNT for the upcoming Gold Cup from June 24-July 16, meaning he will likely miss the Sounders' next four MLS games at least.

Impact Roldan scored in his return to the XI against Charlotte last weekend after missing almost two months with a serious concussion, but he's now set to miss another chunk of league time while away with the U.S. National Team. There's some question over whether he and teammate Jordan Morris will remain with Seattle through next week's LAFC clash, but after that he'll be out through early July at least.

JUNE 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Roldan scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Charlotte FC. He was subbed off due to injury in the 74th minute.

Impact Roldan scored the opener in the 11th minute assisted by Jackson Ragen. He has now scored twice this season in nine appearances. He has been very inconsistent with his offensive and defensive stats but has made 17 tackles so far in the season.

JUNE 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Roldan (concussion) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Portland.

Impact Roldan returns to the squad Saturday for the first time since April 9 because of a lingering concussion. It's good to see him back in the squad and assuming he's near fitness, should see minutes Saturday. Once ready, he figures to return to the starting XI, likely on one of the attacking wings.

JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Roldan (concussion) is questionable for Wednesday's clash with San Jose, according to the Seattle injury report.

Impact Roldan is questionable as he continues to recover from a concussion. The midfielder has missed eight matches in a row due to the concussion and won't be rushed back to the starting XI until he clears concussion protocols. After such a long lay-off Roldan's role might be limited in his return as he recovers fitness.

MAY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Continues recovery Roldan (concussion) "is still a ways off from playing" but took a "significant step forward" in training with the Sounders on Tuesday, manager Brain Schmetzer told SB Nation's Jere...

Impact Roldan has already been sidelined for a month since suffering a head injury in mid-April, and he's unlikely to be able to return by the Red Bulls clash on Saturday, but Schmetzer said Roldan was able to make some sort of breakthrough in training this week.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in practice Tuesday Roldan (concussion) was seen limited in practice Tuesday, reports Niko Moreno of MLS Espanol.

Impact This is a good sign for Roldon, who returned to limited training after missing a month with a concussion. Because it is a head injury, the team are being cautious in his comeback and has begun to see a specialist for his injury. This means that his return could be delayed until the end of the month, depending on if he can return to full training without any concussion-like symptoms.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Seeking specialist opinion Roldan (concussion) is seeing a specialist as he continues to struggle with concussion symptoms, manager Brian Schmetzer told Jeremiah Oshan. 'that's one that's lingering. It's no...

Impact Roldan picked up the concussion before an April 16 clash with Portland and is still struggling with symptoms. With such long-linger symptoms Roldan is impossible to project for any sort of return, likely keeping Alexander Roldan at right-back for the foreseeable future.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out against RSL Roldan (concussion) will miss the Real Salt Lake clash this weekend, Sounders manager Brian Schmetzer told team reporter Jackson Felts on Thursday.

Impact Roldan will miss a third consecutive MLS game Saturday with a concussion he suffered a few weeks ago. Albert Rusnak or Jordan Morris should continue starting on the right wing in his absence.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for weekend Roldan (concussion) is listed as questionable in Seattle's injury report for Saturday's clash against Minnesota United, but SB Nation's Jeremiah Oshan reports that he is trending t...

Impact Roldan had to withdraw from the USMNT's friendly against Mexico this week due to a head injury, and the fact that he's still working his way through the concussion protocols makes it unlikely he'll be fit in time to face Minnesota on Saturday. Jordan Morris could continue on the right wing in his place, or Albert Rusnak (heel) could also be an option in the position.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Roldan, Arriola dropped for US-Mexico match, Pomykal added

Midfielder Cristian Roldan and forward Paul Arriola were dropped from the U.S. roster for Wednesday night’s exhibition against Mexico because of injuries and midfielder Paxton Pomy...

APRIL 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out with concussion Roldan has withdrawn from the USMNT camp for Wednesday's Continental Clasico against Mexico due to a head injury. He will be questionable for next weekend's MLS match against Minne...

Impact Roldan missed Saturday's defeat against the Timbers while in the concussion protocol, and he will not be able to link up with the national team this week either. Jordan Morris slid back to the right wing in Roldan's absence on Saturday and could continue in the position against Minnesota next weekend if necessary.

APRIL 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Four clearances in win Roldan made four clearances and won two of three tackles in Saturday's 4-1 victory against Sporting KC. He also created a chance in the match.

Impact Roldan slid back into the back line Saturday in place of his younger brother Alexander Roldan, who was away on international duty. The elder Roldan held his own at right-back against Kansas City, but he should return to the wing sooner rather than later.

MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Opens the scoring Sunday Roldan scored a goal while taking four shots three on goal), crossing three times inaccurately and creating a chance during Sunday's 4-0 win over Colorado.

Impact Roldan found the back of the net in the 25th minute opening the scoring in the match. The midfielder scored just four times in 26 appearances a year ago, but is off the mark in his first match of 2023.

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jordan Morris scores twice as Sounders topple Rapids 4-0

Jordan Morris scored a pair of goals via header, Cristian Roldan also scored on a header and the Seattle Sounders overwhelmed the Colorado Rapids in a dominating 4-0 win in the MLS...

FEBRUARY 27, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cristian Roldan reflects on 'different role' within USMNT at 2022 World Cup Many were shocked when Cristian Roldan made the United States men’s national team 26-player roster for the World Cup.

FEBRUARY 3, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Jordan Morris & Cristian Roldan aiming for 'more championships' with Seattle Sounders Fresh from signing new contracts, Jordan Morris and Cristian Roldan are aiming to keep the good times rolling with the Seattle Sounders.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Seattle Sounders sign Jordan Morris, Cristian Roldan & Danny Leyva to new contracts Jordan Morris, Cristian Roldan, and Danny Leyva have all signed new long-term contracts with the Seattle Sounders.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Extends contract with Seattle Roldan has signed a five-year contract extension with the Sounders, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Roldan has tallied 36 goals and 43 assists in 279 appearances in all competitions since joining Seattle out of the University of Washington in 2015, and he's been a consistent starter all across the midfield in that span. The 27-year-old USMNT international has now signed on with the club through the 2027 campaign.

JANUARY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE