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Questionable for season opener Ibarra was not in training with Atlanta on Wednesday as he's working on getting a visa, according to Doug Roberson of the AJC.

Impact Ibarra, along with fellow Argentinian teammates Santiago Sosa and Thiago Almada are all still working on securing either a visa or a green card, and all three are likely to miss Saturday's season-opener against Sporting KC while the matter is being resolved.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench in playoff loss Ibarra was an unused substitute in last weekend's Round One defeat against NYCFC.

Impact Ibarra ends his first season in MLS with 16 appearances (nine starts) in central midfield despite missing three months with a hamstring injury. The 20-year-old has a bright future with Atlanta if he can stay fit.

NOVEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Defends well in draw Ibarra made a block, two clearances and an interception in Wednesday's 0-0 draw against the Red Bulls. He also won three of five tackles in the match.

Impact Ibarra was very solid in front of the back-three on Wednesday and his side settled for a scoreless draw against New York. He may have earned another start in midfield for Sunday's regular season finale against Cincinnati, which are last place in the Eastern Conference.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 22 minutes in loss Ibarra (hamstring) was subbed into Saturday's defeat against CF Montreal in the 68th minute, and he made two clearances in the match.

Impact Ibarra made his first appearance since June on Saturday, after missing more than three months and 17 MLS games with a hamstring injury. Atlanta doesn't play again until after the international window, so he might be fit enough to start by the Oct. 16 clash against Toronto.

OCTOBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Still training on side Ibarra (hamstring) trained alone during Wednesday's session, according to Doug Roberson of the AJC.

Impact Ibarra has been out since the end of June and it's unclear when he could return. If he's able to make a few starts in the final weeks of the season, it would help create a better picture of his potential value.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Less likely to play Ibarra (hamstring) isn't expected to be available for Sunday's match against LAFC, according to Doug Roberson of the AJC.

Impact Ibarra had trained Friday, but his status is evidently still in question after an injury has kept him out since the end of June. He's started in six of his 10 appearances this season and will hope to regain his place when fit.

AUGUST 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Trains Friday Ibarra (hamstring) participated in Friday's training session, according to Doug Roberson of the AJC.

Impact Ibarra hasn't played since the end of June due to a hamstring issue but seems to be nearing his return by joining his teammates for a full training session. It may take until game time to determine whether or not he's passed his fitness tests, but for now things look to be heading on the right track.

AUGUST 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Montreal Ibarra (hamstring) will miss Wednesday's match against Montreal, according to Doug Roberson of the AJC.

Impact Ibarra hasn't played since the end of June and isn't quite ready after missing a month of matches. Matheus Rossetto and Santiago Sosa have helped to fill out the midfield during Ibarra's absence and should continue to play until others can return.

AUGUST 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out at least two weeks Ibarra (hamstring) is expected to miss at least two weeks, according to Doug Roberson of the AJC.

Impact Ibarra suffered the injury in Sunday's draw with the New York Red Bulls and will now be out until mid-July at the earliest. Mo Adams could get a chance to start while Ibarra is out.

JULY 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up hamstring issue Ibarra suffered a hamstring injury that forced him out after 37 minutes of Sunday's draw with the New York Red Bulls, according to Doug Roberson of the AJC.

Impact Ibarra has started six of the late eight matches but only completed the full 90 twice. Santiago Sosa and Alan Franco are both capable of filling Ibarra's defensive-midfield spot if required to do so.

JUNE 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively Ibarra made five tackles and two interceptions during Wednesday's 1-0 defeat to NYCFC.

Impact Ibarra had quite literally nothing to do offensively Wednesday, but he put in a mighty shift defensively. The midfielder was excellent, and left the match with a team-leading five tackles. His value is limited as long as he plays so defensively, but he will hope to change that Sunday, against NYRB at home.

JUNE 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE