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Arriola scores 2 goals as DC United beats FC Cincinnati 4-2

Paul Arriola scored two goals, Steven Birnbaum added a goal and an assist and D

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Five crosses in loss Acosta sent in five crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's 2-1 loss to NYCFC.

Impact Acosta's five crosses led the way, even though he failed to get on the score sheet. The midfielder has been consistently solid, but the lack of much help around him other than Brenner lives him with a very low floor. Next up is a tough trip away to Washington D.C.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

FC Cincinnati's Luciano Acosta named to MLS Team of the Week Luciano Acosta's two-assist performance against Toronto FC was just part of what propelled him to his fifth MLS Team of the Week honor.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • CINCINNATI.COM

Provides assist in win Acosta made an assist, created four chances and sent in six crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's 2-0 win over Toronto.

Impact Acosta once again had a great performance, creating a lot for his teammates and setting up his side's first goal with a perfect cross from the left flank that was sent home by Brenner. This was the third assist over the last four starts for the playmaker and he'll try to keep this momentum going on during Wednesday's visit to Atlanta.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in eight crosses in loss Acosta had two off-target shots, created one chance, sent in eight crosses (two accurate), won two tackles and drew three fouls during Saturday's 1-0 loss against Inter Miami.

Impact Acosta couldn't appear on the scoresheet for the third consecutive match, but still was Cincinnati's lone bright spot on the offensive end, always being able to generate plays from scratch and using his combination of speed and skill to drive opposing defenders crazy. The forward had two assists, seven shots, seven chances created and 13 crosses over his last three starts and will be once again Cincinnati's biggest threat during next Saturday's home match against Toronto.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist against Columbus Acosta created three chances and recorded an assist in Friday's 3-2 loss against Columbus.

Impact Acosta slipped the ball to Isaac Atanga running down the right side of the field and Atanga did the rest as he cut in on his left foot and drilled a shot into the far bottom corner of the net for a goal in the 74th minute. Acosta had a productive game as he finished with two shots (one on goal) and sent in four crosses (one accurate) to go along with the three chances he created. He also won one of two tackles and made an interception. Acosta has now assisted in two consecutive games and has four goals and six assists (one secondary) through 18 starts this season. Cincinnati will host Inter Miami on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in loss Acosta provided one assist on three chances created during Saturday's 4-1 defeat to New England.

Impact Acosta came away with an assist in the hardest match of the season, his fourth assist so far. The midfielder has been strong in 17 starts, but his ceiling is limited by Cincinnati's bad form. Next up is a Friday clash with Columbus Crew.

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Off target in draw Acosta shot three times off target during Wednesday's goalless draw with Montreal.

Impact Acosta bombed forward and shot three times but failed to even test the Montreal net. The forward has had a disappointing season, and it looks to get tougher from here. Next up is a trip to the best team in the league, New England.

AUGUST 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in crosses, chances created Acosta took an off target shot, crossed three times (two accurate) and created two chances during Wednesday's 0-0 draw with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Acosta was held off the scoresheet as Wednesday's match finished in a scoreless draw. The attacker took just one shot but his three crosses and two chances created were both team-high totals in the draw. Acosta was subbed off in the 78th minute.

AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots against D.C. Acosta took two shots and created three chances in Saturday's 0-0 draw against D.C. United. He also won two of two tackles in the match.

Impact Acosta was active on both sides of the ball on Saturday, but he couldn't find a breakthrough goal even though his opponents finished the game with just nine players. He will be looking for his fourth goal of the season Wednesday against the Red Bulls, which are ninth in the Eastern Conference.

AUGUST 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in multiple categories Acosta took two off target shots, crossed five times inaccurately and created two chances during Saturday's 3-0 loss to Nashville.

Impact Acosta was held off the scoresheet despite being the most active member of Cincinnati in attack. The forward finished with team-high totals in shots, crosses and chances created in the loss.

JULY 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

GOAL: Luciano Acosta, FC Cincinnati - 61st minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

JULY 22, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Assists opening goal Acosta had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing twice inaccurately during Saturday's 5-4 loss to Montreal.

Impact Acosta set up Haris Medunjanin in the sixth minute, helping to open the scoring in the match. The assist was the third of the season for the attacker, while his two crosses and one chance created were both team-high totals in the loss.

JULY 18, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

GOAL: Luciano Acosta, FC Cincinnati - 24th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

JULY 15, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Involved in both goals Acosta had an assist and scored a goal while taking two shots (both on goal), crossing seven times (one accurate) and creating two chances during Friday's 2-2 draw with Columbus.

Impact Acosta set up Edgar Castillo in the opening minute of the match before scoring himself in the 24th to play a role in both Cincinnati goals. The assist was the second of the season for the attacker, while his goal was number three on the year. Acosta's seven crosses and two chances created were both team-high totals in the draw.

JULY 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Luciano Acosta knows the weight of the 'Hell is Real' derby Luciano Acosta has read the Columbus Crew comments, he's felt the intensity and he's ready for \

JULY 8, 2021 • CINCINNATI.COM

FC Cincinnati's Luciano Acosta named to MLS Team of the Week Luciano Acosta was named to the MLS Team of the Week for the third time in 2021 for his performance against Toronto FC, league officials ann...

JUNE 28, 2021 • CINCINNATI.COM

Scores goal against Toronto Acosta scored a goal and created two chances in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Toronto FC. He also won four of four tackles in the match, and he took three shots (two on target) ov...

Impact Acosta was excellent on both sides of the ball on Saturday, keeping a clean sheet and scoring his second goal of the season, clinching the game. He has been a consistent attacking threat, averaging two shots and almost four chances created per game since joining Cincinnati. He will be ready for next weekend's clash against the Dynamo, which are sixth in the Western Conference having conceded 16 goals in 11 MLS matches.

JUNE 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

GOAL: Luciano Acosta, FC Cincinnati - 68th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

JUNE 27, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Creates five chances in win Acosta took three shots (two on target), created five chances, delivered five crosses and drew two fouls in Wednesday's 1-0 win versus Chicago Fire.

Impact Acosta was not able to find the back of the net Wednesday but he still managed to rack up offensive stats due to his role on set pieces. The midfielder has managed to produce six shots, 12 chances created and 15 crosses in his last three appearances. He will look to make it on the scoresheet Saturday versus Toronto.

JUNE 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Active once again Acosta created four chances, took two shots off target, sent six crosses (three accurate) and took two corners in Saturday's loss against Colorado.

Impact Acosta bagged one goal and one assist in his first two appearances, but he hasn't done much the rest of the way. Despite the fact that the former DC United playmaker hasn't cracked the scoresheet in three games, he has created 12 chances while taking six shots (one on target) in that span.

JUNE 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers four crosses in loss Acosta delivered four crosses, took one shot off target, created two chances, won one tackle and drew two fouls in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus New England Revolution.

Impact Acosta was not able to make it on the scoresheet Saturday but he still managed to rack up offensive stats du to his role on set pieces. The striker has now collected one goal and one assist in four appearances this season, along with producing six shots, 15 chances created and 19 crosses. He will look to bouce back Saturday versus Colorado Rapids.

JUNE 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Creates five chances in win Acosta took three shots (one on target) and created five chances in Saturday's 2-1 victory against CF Montreal.

Impact Acosta was a big threat to Montreal on Saturday despite not getting on the score sheet himself, and he will hope to have a similar performance next weekend against New England, which have conceded seven goals in as many matches this season.

MAY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE