JUNE 15, 2023 • AMERICANSOCCERNOW.COM
LUCIANO ACOSTA #10 - MIDFIELDER - FC CINCINNATI
14 G •
18 A •
2.1 SPG
14 G
18 A
2.1 SPG
ASN: USMNT issues vs. Mexico, Berhalter update, transfer watch, and more ASN's Brian Sciaretta looks ahead to the USMNT vs. Mexico game in the semifinals of the 2023 Nations League plus thoughts on Berhalter, tran...
Luciano Acosta to USMNT? FC Cincinnati star reportedly pursues citizenship | MLSSoccer.com Wait, Luciano Acosta in a US men’s national team jersey? That possibility burst into the American soccer discourse Wednesday after The Athle...
JUNE 14, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Nets in draw Acosta scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
Impact Acosta scored for the third time in as many games during Saturday's draw. The forward is on pace for another competitive finish in the MVP running with eight goals and two assists in 16 appearances. Acosta's red-hot form has seen him score five goals in his last five appearances.
JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
FC Cincinnati's Luciano Acosta wins Goal of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com Score one more for FC Cincinnati in 2023's ongoing battle for Hell is Real bragging rights. This time, it's Luciano Acosta giving the curren...
JUNE 7, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM
How a growing league challenges referees: MLS Weekly It was a big weekend for elite playmakers in MLS, with Cucho Hernandez, Luciano Acosta and Emanual Reynoso all making an impact
JUNE 5, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Scores winner Acosta scored once from two shots and created three chances in Saturday's 1-0 win against Chicago Fire.
Impact Acosta is in fine form, having scored six in his last six, and again proved to be the difference in a game that only had one shot on target. With just under half of the season remaining, he is only four goals short of his career high of 11. The attacker has created more chances (37) than any other Cincinnati player this season and may count himself as unlucky to have only notched two assists.
JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Luciano Acosta finds "best form" as FC Cincinnati roll through MLS | MLSSoccer.com 1-0 to FC Cincinnati: It’s a familiar refrain for the Supporters’ Shield leaders, who have now earned six of their 12 total wins this season...
JUNE 4, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Acosta's late goal sends Cincinnati to 1-0 victory over Fire
Luciano Acosta scored late in the second half to propel FC Cincinnati to a 1-0 victory over the Chicago FireJUNE 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Nets goal Acosta scored one goal to go with two shots (two on target) and three chances created in Wednesday's 3-1 victory versus New York City FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in...
Impact Acosta scored Cincinnati's first goal for his sixth of the season. This gives him five goals and one assist in the last five matches. The midfielder continues to be one of the league's best players while maintaining an average of 2.2 shots and 2.3 chances created per game.
JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Luciano Acosta, FC Cincinnati celebrate win over NYCFC Luciano Acosta celebrated his 29th birthday goal by scoring late in the first half and MLS-best FC Cincinnati extended their winning streak...
JUNE 1, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM
WATCH: Top bins! Luciano Acosta curls home FC Cincinnati golazo | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.
JUNE 1, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Six shots in win Acosta recorded six shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Colorado Rapids.
Impact Acosta took six shots (one on target) Saturday, his most in a match this season. He also created three chances for the fifth time this season, recorded two crosses (one accurate), took two corners and won two tackles in his 89 minutes of action.
MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
FC Cincinnati's Luciano Acosta named Player of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com FC Cincinnati star Luciano Acosta, leading his club's ascent into the Supporters' Shield lead, has been voted MLS Player of the Matchday pre...
MAY 22, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM
Scores brace in win Acosta scored two goals to go with three shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-2 win over Columbus Crew.
Impact Acosta scored twice Saturday, giving him four goals in his past three appearances. He finished the match with three shots (two on target), one chance created, two inaccurate crosses and one corner in his 85 minutes of action.
MAY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores in home win Acosta scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), six crosses (two accurate), two chances created and two corners in Wednesday's 3-0 win against CF Montreal.
Impact Acosta scored in the 26th minute to double Cincinnati's lead, paving the way to secure three points at home. The midfielder now has three goals and two asssists in the season. He also led his side in crosses and chances created during the match.
MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores and assists in victory Acosta scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against D.C. United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 39th...
Impact Acosta scored the opener in the 59th minute and assisted Alvaro Barreal in the 73rd minute. He also made two key passes and completed a dribble. This was the first time he managed two goal involvements in a single match this season. He has averaged 1.7 shots (0.9 on target) and one tackle per game this season. He was replaced by Malik Pinto is the 87th minute.
MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Acosta sparks Cincinnati to 2-1 victory over DC United
Luciano Acosta had a goal and an assist to power FC Cincinnati to a 2-1 victory over DMAY 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Major scoreless volume Acosta registered two shots (one on goal), four crosses (three accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus New England Revolution.
Impact Acosta piled on the volume yet again during Saturday's draw. The MVP candidate from 2022 hasn't lived up to the hype in 2023, with just three goal contributions during nine appearances. Still Acosta has had tremendous volume yet again and continues to pile on set-pieces, meaning his floor remains excellent, even if the goal contributions aren't coming just yet.
MAY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Takes two shots in win Acosta took two shots and created a chance in Saturday's 2-1 victory against the Timbers. He also made a block and an interception in the match.
Impact Acosta plugged straight back into the XI against Portland Saturday after recovering from a shoulder injury that ruled him out of the loss to St. Louis last weekend. This was his fourth game with multiple shots taken from attacking midfield this season.
APRIL 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Starting as expected Acosta (shoulder) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Portland.
Impact Acosta is fully fit and available, as expected, for Saturday's match. The attacking midfielder is off to a tough start in 2023, but still sits on one goal and two assists. A shoulder injury ruled him out against St. Louis but the midfielder is fit and ready to go to try and build on his impressive 17 chances created in six starts.
APRIL 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Should be available for weekend Acosta (shoulder) was back in full training with Cincinnati on Thursday, and Laurel Pfahler of the Queen City Press reports that he will at least be an option for Saturday's clash...
Impact Acosta should return to the squad Saturday after recovering from a shoulder injury he suffered against Philadelphia a few weeks ago. According to Pfahler, the FCC staff is evaluating whether he is ready to start against Portland or if he can only be an option off the bench.
APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Training individually Acosta (shoulder) was back in individual training with FC Cincinnati on Tuesday, Laurel Pfahler of the Queen City Press reports.
Impact Acosta missed last weekend's loss to St. Louis City due to a shoulder injury he suffered in the previous match, but he's progressing with his recovery and could harbor hope of being available to face the Timbers on Saturday. Sergio Santos started in attacking midfield in Acosta's absence last weekend.
APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Out against St. Louis Acosta (shoulder) will not be available to face St. Louis City at the weekend, Cincinnati manager Pat Noonan told Enquirer Sports' Pat Brennan on Thursday.
Impact Acosta picked up a shoulder injury in last weekend's victory against the Union and he will be sidelined for the St. Louis match on Saturday. Obinna Nwobodo (hamstring) could be fit enough to return to the lineup in midfield for the match, while Noonan said that Acosta will be reevaluated next week.
APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Could miss time with shoulder injury Acosta is expected to miss "maybe a week or two" after suffering a shoulder injury in Saturday's win over the Union, Cincinnati manager Pat Noonan told Jeremy Rauch of Fox 19.
Impact Acosta appeared to dislocate his shoulder just before slotting home the game winning penalty on Saturday, but he will likely need time to recover from that injury and might not be available for Saturday's clash against St. Louis City. Obinna Nwobodo (hamstring) could replace him in midfield if he's fit enough, or Yuya Kubo (knee) and Malik Pinto remain options as well.
APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores penalty against Philadelphia Acosta took two shots and scored a goal in Saturday's 1-0 victory against the Union.
Impact Acosta converted from the penalty spot Saturday to slot home his first goal of the season. This was also the first time in 2023 in which he failed to create a single chance, as he had 17 in total across his prior six MLS appearances.
APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
