FC CINCINNATI NEWS

Alvas Powell - Scores own goal in ECF loss Powell registered an own goal and one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Columbus Crew.

Impact Powell scored an own goal Saturday, an unfortunate bounce off him off a Columbus cross in the 75th minute, a goal which sparked Columbus' comeback win. It was a brutal way to end the season for Powell, especially given he played a decent match outside of the mistake as he recorded season highs in clearances (five) and blocked shots (three). He finishes the season with one assist and three clean sheets in 27 appearances (12 starts).

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Alvaro Barreal - Provides assist in ECF loss Barreal assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 loss against Columbus Crew.

Impact Barreal provided the assist for Luciano Acosta's goal just before halftime Saturday, a goal that took the 2-0 lead into the break. However that lead would eventually be erased by Columbus, making Saturday Barreal's final came of the season. He had the best season of his career with Cincinnati this year as he scored seven goals, provided seven assists and kept six clean sheets in 38 matches (36 starts).

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aaron Boupendza - 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

Brandon Vazquez - Scores opener in ECF loss Vazquez scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Columbus Crew. In addition, he was given a yel...

Impact Vazquez opened up the scoring in Saturday's loss, a strike in the 14th minute set up by Aaron Boupendza's cross. However, his side's 2-0 lead would eventually be erased as Columbus came back and moved onto the MLS Cup Final. Despite a productive season (nine goals and two assists in 33 matches) it was a significant step back from his 2022 campaign where he registered 27 goal contributions in 35 matches.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Luciano Acosta - Scores in ECF loss Acosta scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Columbus Crew. In addition, he was given a...

Impact Acosta scored a brilliant goal in Saturday's Eastern Conference Final, a curling shot from outside the box just before halftime to take the 2-0 lead. That lead would eventually be squandered though, and Acosta's clear lack of energy in extra time helped Columbus move onto the MLS Cup Final. The MLS MVP's season may have ended on a sour note, but it was still a fantastic season. He scored 19 goals and provided 12 assists in 36 matches (33 starts) as he led his side to win the Supporters' Shield.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Roman Celentano - Concedes three in ECF loss Celentano had five saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus Columbus Crew.

Impact Celentano conceded three goals Saturday, all of which came after the 75th minute and into extra time. He was peppered with shots throughout the match but especially in extra time as his entire team appeared to be out of energy. He finishes the season with 41 goals conceded, 103 saves and 14 clean sheets in 37 starts.

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Crew stun FC Cincinnati with 3-2 victory in OT to advance to MLS Cup Final

Christian Ramírez scored in the 115th minute and the Columbus Crew rallied from two goals down to beat top-seeded FC Cincinnati 3-2 to advance to the MLS Cup Final

DECEMBER 3, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Columbus Crew vs. FC Cincinnati LIVE STREAM (12/2/23): Watch MLS Eastern Conference finals online | Time, TV, channel Columbus Crew face FC Cincinnati in the MLS Eastern Conference final on Saturday, Dec.2, 2023 (12/2/23) at TQL Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • NJ.COM

Obinna Nwobodo - Returns to bench Nwobodo (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Columbus.

Impact Nwobodo returns to the bench for Saturday's match after missing one match with an undisclosed issue. It appears he wasn't fully fit to go as Yuya Kubo remains in the starting XI on Saturday.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Santiago Arias - Starting Conference Final Arias is in the starting XI for Saturday's Conference Final against Columbus.

Impact Arias has been working his way back from an undisclosed issue for more than a month, but unsurprisingly he is now back for the Conference Final. There was little chance of the full-back sitting if he was physically able to play and it seems he will tough through the issue. Raymon Gaddis falls to the bench.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

'Hell' week: FC Cincinnati, Crew meet for MLS Cup berth FC Cincinnati midfielder Luciano Acosta (10) celebrates after scoring on a penalty kick in the first half of FC Cincinnati and Columbus Crew...

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

MLS Cup Playoffs: FC Cincinnati eying first final appearance while LAFC looks to return

The two teams that will square off for the 2023 MLS Cup will be determined on Saturday, with FC Cincinnati hosting the Columbus Crew in an a...

DECEMBER 1, 2023

2023 MLS Cup schedule, bracket, scores, how to watch the final

The 2023 MLS Cup playoffs are underway. Here's how you can catch all of the action leading up to the final on FOX.

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Matt Miazga - Handed three match suspension Miazga was handed a three match suspension after an off the field action following the match against the Red Bulls, per the Athletic.

Impact Miazga's season comes to an end after his actions following the win against the Red Bulls back on Nov 4. He ends the year with a total of 147 clearances, 29 blocks and 11 clean sheets. This comes after starting all 29 games played during her first full season in Cincinnati. In his absence, Alvas Powell will continue to take his place at center back alongside Yerson Mosquera and Ian Murphy for the remainder of the playoffs.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

FC Cincinnati’s Matt Miazga suspended 3 games and fined by MLS for misconduct after a match

FC Cincinnati defender Matt Miazga was suspended three matches and fined an undisclosed amount Wednesday by MLS for misconduct.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

FC Cincinnati's Miazga suspended 3 games and fined by MLS for misconduct after a match

FC Cincinnati defender Matt Miazga was suspended three matches and fined an undisclosed amount Wednesday by MLS for misconduct following a game against the New York Red Bulls on No...

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

MLS suspends FC Cincinnati defender Matt Miazga | MLSSoccer.com The MLS Disciplinary Committee has suspended FC Cincinnati defender Matt Miazga for three matches and issued an undisclosed fine for his mis...

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Miazga suspended 3 games for ref confrontation The 2023 MLS Defender of the Year will miss the Eastern Conference final and MLS Cup, should FC Cincinnati advance.

NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Hell is Real: FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew rivalry explained | MLSSoccer.com Saturday’s Eastern Conference Final at TQL Stadium (6 pm ET | MLS Season Pass) pits No. 1 seed FC Cincinnati vs. No. 3 seed Columbus Crew, t...

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Santiago Arias - Training outdoors once more Arias returned to outdoor training Wednesday after going unused during a 1-0 win over Philadelphia, Pat Brennan reports.

Impact Arias is back in team training outside a great sign for the wing-back to get back on the pitch. Raymon Gaddis got the start with Arias unused on the bench but if Arias can go at all against Columbus it has to be assumed he will start. Arias has largely struggled for fitness recently, missing of the last six matches.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

FC Cincinnati vs. Columbus Crew: 5 players who will decide the Eastern Conference Final | MLSSoccer.com One game. That’s all that separates Hell is Rival rivals FC Cincinnati and Columbus Crew from hosting MLS Cup presented by Audi on Dec. 9. A...

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Roman Celentano - Clean sheet in semifinals win Celentano made four saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Philadelphia Union.

Impact Celentano helped his team advance to the conference finals with a clean sheet against the Union on Saturday. It was his second clean sheet this playoffs, allowing just one goal in three games. He will prepare for a clash with Columbus for a spot in the MLS finals on Saturday, who have scored 12 goals in the last five contests. Celentano has also allowed five goals against the opponent in two matches earlier in the regular season.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

MLS Cup next? Luciano Acosta has another target after MVP win | MLSSoccer.com This year's Landon Donovan MLS MVP award? Check. Lifting MLS Cup presented by Audi on Dec. 9? A work in progress.

NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM