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Starting finale Radoja (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Dallas.

Impact Radoja missed almost two months with a groin issue but is now straight back into the starting XI. The midfielder is a top option when fit, and will hope to end the season with a positive note on decision day.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Set for absence Radoja is set to miss time following a groin injury, reports Daniel Sperry of the KC Star.

Impact Radoja is in line for weeks on the sidelines following a groin injury suffered against Toluca during the Leagues Cup. He has been able to start all 24 matches play for SKC, scoring once with three assists. Jake Davis could be an option to replace him in the starting XI moving forward until he recovers from his injury.

AUGUST 20 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Columbus Radoja (undisclosed) has been ruled out to face Columbus in the Leagues Cup's Round of 32 on Friday, Daniel Sperry of The Kansas City Star reports.

Impact Radoja left the 2-1 loss against Toluca on Monday with an apparent injury, and the veteran midfielder is waiting to undergo more tests to see the full extent of the injury, and ultimately, how long he'll be sidelined for. Losing Radoja for an extended stretch would be a huge loss for Sporting Kansas City, as he's logged 24 starts in MLS play in 2024 while also providing experience at the back.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves match injured Radoja was forced off the field in the 44th minute of Monday's 2-1 Leagues Cup loss to Toluca due to an apparent injury.

Impact Radoja could be heading for the sidelines for a spell of time, with the midfielder having gone down Monday night. However, it is unknown what he is dealing with at the moment, with the severity to still be released as well as a timetable for his return. With MLS play starting up again in around two weeks, this will be something to monitor, as he is an everyday starter for the club, having started in all 24 appearances this campaign.

AUGUST 6 • ROTOWIRE

Two assists in victory at San Jose Radoja assisted twice to go with zero corners and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Radoja returned from a minor fitness issue, which caused him to miss the last game with two assists. His second assist in the 57th minute was an exceptionally brilliant pass which saw Alan Pulido give the team a 2-0 lead. This was only the third time this season that the Serbian has created at least two chances.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Unused Sunday Radoja was an unused option during Sunday's 3-2 win over FC Dallas.

Impact Radoja was not entirely fit to make an appearance off the bench, but was able to be featured on the squad sheet for SKC. He will try to aim to start Saturday against San Jose, having started the last 11 matches in a row prior to his injury, totaling an assist with 18 tackles in that span.

JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with foot issues Radoja (foot) is questionable for Sunday's match against Dallas.

Impact Radoja could be a major loss for the club if he cannot compete due to his injuries, with the midfielder only having missed one start all season. He will likely face a late fitness test to decide his availability, possibly getting the start if he passes. However, if he is on the bench or out, Memo Rodriguez is his probable replacement.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

First assist of 2024 Radoja assisted once to go with zero corners and three chances created in Wednesday's 4-3 loss versus Real Salt Lake.

Impact Radoja provided an assist in vain Wednesday as Sporting Kansas City fell 4 - 3 to Real Salt Lake. Radoja has been an ever-present figure in the Kansas City lineup in 2024, having appeared and started in 18 matches thus far. The holding midfielder has contributed a goal and assist, respectively, over that time and has created 11 chances.

JUNE 20 • ROTOWIRE

Strikes his first goal in loss Radoja scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and created a chance in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to the Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Radoja won most of the defensive duels he engaged in Saturday and managed to get on the scoresheet to deliver the game's opening goal. It was the regular starting midfielder's first strike.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Plays huge role Radoja made 29 appearances (25 starts) and assisted twice in the 2023 MLS season.

Impact Radoja was a huge part of the first team during his first season in Kansas City. He was one of the first names on the team sheet and lived up to everyone he was hoped to be. The midfielder will be back in 2024 as a major part of the midfield once again.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Option off bench Radoja (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with St. Louis.

Impact Radoja returns to the bench after being added to the injury report with an issue. The midfielder wasn't deemed fully fit but should have the chance to test his fitness. Felipe Gutierrez gets the start in place of Radoja.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call for Saturday Radoja (undisclosed) will be a game-time decision for Saturday's match against St. Louis City, Daniel Sperry of the Kansas City Star reports, which head coach Peter Vernes saying h...

Impact The nature and severity of Radoja's injury is unknown, but the veteran midfielder wasn't spotted in the training portion open to media Thursday. He's been dealing with a nagging ankle problem in recent weeks, and the upcoming days will be key to determining whether he'll be able to play Saturday or not.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Notches two assists Radoja assisted twice to go with zero corners and three chances created in Saturday's 3-0 win against San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Radoja had a superb match, assisting on the first and third goal that Kansas City scored on Saturday. The Serbian also had three chances created, two tackles and three interceptions in his 84 minutes of work. Radoja made his return to the pitch Saturday after being sidelined for the past month with an ankle injury, and looked to not miss a beat in his return. He will look to continue in the starting defensive midfield role for the rest of the season and will try to add on more assists after picking up his first two on Saturday.

AUGUST 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against San Jose Radoja (ankle) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with San Jose.

Impact Radoja returns to the starting XI after an ankle injury sidelined him in the Leagues Cup. The defensive midfielder has been productive in the center of the park and now returns to build on 17 appearances (15 starts) before the injury.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from injury report Radoja (ankle) is not on the SKC injury report for Saturday's clash with San Jose.

Impact Radoja missed a Leagues Cup clash with Cincinnati due to the ankle injury but now finds himself off the injury report once more. It remains to be seen if the midfielder will be deemed fit to get back on the pitch Saturday but he carries no injury designation and should be available to some degree.

AUGUST 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with ankle injury Radoja didn't travel for the team's Leagues Cup clash with Cincinnati on Sunday due to an ankle problem.

Impact Radoja has been limited to just 16 appearances (14 starts) for Kansas City this season due to various injuries. When healthy, the midfielder has registered seven shots (one on target), 19 tackles and 15 interceptions. Barring a long-term absence, Radoja should be a near-lock for the starting XI when the MLS season picks back up Aug. 26 versus San Jose.

JULY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 90 minutes Radoja generated one tackle (zero won) and three interceptions in Thursday's 2-2 draw against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Radoja looks like he is back to 100% after playing all 90 minutes Wednesday. He will continue to get the start in the midfield, where he had totaled nine tackles (five won) and nine interceptions.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Wednesday Radoja is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Radoja is back in the midfield after sitting out last match with a groin issue. He's totaled 14 tackles (10 won) and 11 clearances in the last 11 games played.

JULY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with groin issue Radoja's status for Saturday's clash against the Dynamo will be uncertain due to an adductor injury, according to Kansas City's availability report for the match.

Impact Radoja had to sub off at halftime of last weekend's win over the Whitecaps, and he's now listed as questionable against Houston on Saturday. Gadi Kinda could line up alongside Erik Thommy and Remi Walter in the midfield trio in Radoja's place if necessary for the game.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots in draw Radoja took two shots and made an interception in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against the Galaxy. He also won one of two tackles in the match.

Impact Radoja has now started nine consecutive league matches in KC's midfield trio since recovering from a quad injury in May, and he's tallied two shots in each of his last three games including Wednesday's draw with Los Angeles.

JUNE 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Wins three tackles in draw Radoja made a clearance, an interception and won three of four tackles in Wednesday's 1-1 draw against LAFC.

Impact Radoja has now started back-to-back games in KC's midfield after recovering from a quad injury, and he put in more of a defensive shift Wednesday to help his side earn a draw against LAFC.

MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates two chances vs. Minnesota Radoja created two chances before getting hooked just after the hour mark of Saturday's 3-0 victory against Minnesota United.

Impact Radoja returned to the XI Saturday in what was his first MLS appearance since suffering a quad injury in early April. He and Gadi Kinda appear to be competing for the starting spot in midfield alongside Erik Thommy and Remi Walter while they continue building up fitness in their return from injuries.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns for cup match Radoja started and played 90 minutes during Wednesday's 1-0 to the Houston Dynamo during the U.S Open Cup match.

Impact Radoja made his return to the team after missing the last five league matches with a quadriceps injury. He is expected to start on the bench for Saturday's clash with Minnesota United, after making just one starts in three appearances thus far.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to full training Radoja (quadriceps) was back in team training with Sporting KC on Tuesday, manager Peter Vermes told Daniel Sperry of The Kansas City Star.

Impact Radoja has missed his side's last four MLS games and has been limited to just one start since his winter move from Levante, but he returned to team training this week and should be available in the squad for the Seattle match on Saturday.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Radoja (quadriceps) is listed as questionable in Kansas City's injury report for Saturday's clash against the Revolution.

Impact Radoja has missed three of his side's last four games due to this quad injury, but he'll face a fitness test in order to be available against New England on Saturday.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE