NICK HAGGLUND NEWS

FC Cincinnati's Nick Hagglund out for 2024 with ankle injury | MLSSoccer.com FC Cincinnati defender Nick Hagglund will miss the remainder of the 2024 MLS season after undergoing successful ankle ligament reconstructiv...

JULY 5 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Undergoes successful surgery Hagglund has undergone successful leg surgery and is set to miss the remainder of the season.

Impact Hagglund's season is confirmed over after he underwent surgery to repair a broken fibula suffered against New England. This is an unfortunate loss for the defender, who was already struggling with injuries this season, only starting six of the 10 games played in 2024. He will enter the final year of his contract in 2025, with his future with the club in jeopardy following this major injury.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss time with broken fibula Hagglund is set to miss the next couple of months after suffering a broken Fibula, according to Laurel Pfahler of the Queen City Press.

Impact Hagglund's season just took a turn for the worse, as he is now set to likely miss the next two to three months of action after breaking his Fibula. The defender has started in three of their past four matches, so they will be forced to make a change, with Alvas Powell, Kipp Keller and Ian Murphy being the back three until Miles Robinson returns from International duty. The club will hope for a quick and clean recovery, as they will want his availability once post-season play comes around.

JUNE 24 • ROTOWIRE

Unused Saturday Hagglund (knee) was an unused option during Saturday's 1-0 win over Orlando.

Impact Hagglund was an option for the first time since Apr 20, however was unused on the day. He's only made four appearances on the season, starting twice as he struggled with fitness to open up the campaign.

MAY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be available Saturday Hagglund (knee) will resume full training Thursday and will be available for selection to face Orlando City on Saturday, manager Pat Noonan told Laurel Pfahler of The Queen City Pr...

Impact Hagglund is expected to recover quicker than initially expected, and the defender could be available for selection against the Lions in case he proves to be healthy enough between Thursday and Friday. That said, Hagglund should remain as a bench alternative even if available as long as the defensive line remains at full strength.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Training alone Hagglund (knee) is working away from the team as he continues to recover from injury, per FC Cincinnati writer Pat Brennan.

Impact Hagglund is still working alone after missing last match with a knee injury. This will likely keep him out against Orlando, with Kevin Long, Nicksoen Gomis and Raoul Petretta the set pair tp start at center back.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Colorado Hagglund (knee) won't play Saturday against Colorado due to a knee bruise, Pat Brennan of USA Today Sports reports.

Impact The absence of Hagglund will thin the team's depth on the defensive end, but it seems it won't be a long-term issue. Hagglund could be available to face Orlando on May 4.

APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off early Hagglund was forced off with an apparent injury during the first half of Saturday's clash with Atlanta.

Impact Hagglund made it 40 minutes before coming off in clear pain and holding his knee. Ian Murphy came on to replace him in the back three, and could be in line for more starts in the coming weeks if the injury is serious.

APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE

Features on bench Hagglund (leg) was an option on the bench during Thursday's 1-0 loss to Monterrey during the CCL Round of 16.

Impact Hagglund was already ruled fit by Pat Noonan and will be ready to play Sunday after having been an unused sub Thursday. He is set to compete with Ian Murphy for the final starting center back role for Cincinnati, making 26 starts in 27 appearances in 2023.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for season debut Hagglund (leg) is expected to be available for selection for Sunday's match versus D.C United, said head coach Pat Noonan. "He's been in with the full group and cleared to play" pe...

Impact Hagglund has been out since October of last season after undergoing hamstring surgery. He will look to return to the starting XI after starting 36 of the 27 matches in 2023 at center back. With the addition of Miles Robinson, the defender could see some struggle getting consistent starts, unless Pat Noonan decides to start him over Ian Murphy, with reigning MLS Defender of the Year Matt Miazga an undisputed starter for Cincinnati.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Starts jogging Hagglund (leg) has begun jogging on the grass Tuesday, reports Laurel Pfahler of the Queens City Press.

Impact Hagglund is not yet back to training, but is making by returning to the training grounds following his leg injury. He is not expected to be an option for Saturday's trip to Chicago, as the defender will aim for a come back before the end of March.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Expected not to be available Sunday Hagglund (leg) is not expected to be an option for the home opener against Toronto F.C, per Laurel Pfahler of the Queens City Press.

Impact Hagglund is still working his way back to the pitch after undergoing leg surgery in November. With Matt Miazga suspended to open up the campaign, new signing Miles Robinson is expected to start in the back line, alongside Ian Murphy, with Alvas Powell an option to move to center back as well.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Starts rehabilitation process Hagglund (leg) recently had his brace taken off and has begun to work on his rehabilitation ahead of the start of the 2024 MLS season.

Impact Hagglund looks to be on the right track to hopefully return before the start of the MLS season, having started his rehabilitation process in the gym and on the pitch this week. The defender ended the season on the injury list, having gone down with a leg injury in late October. With only a month until the start of the campaign, it is still unclear if he will be ready to face Toronto on Feb. 25 after just starting his recovery work, but there still is a chance, as the club hopes to have their regular starter back after he gained a role in the starting XI over the past three seasons.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Finishes on sideline Hagglund ended 2023 on the sideline with a leg surgery, but still made 27 appearances.

Impact Hagglund was a rock in the defense throughout 2023, making 27 appearances and surpassing 2,000 minutes for the second season in a row. The defender finished the season on the sideline after undergoing a leg surgery, but he is expected to be fit and ready to go for 2024 pre-season.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes surgery Hagglund (hamstring) underwent successful hamstring surgery, he announced via Instagram.

Impact Hagglund's season was already over due to the injury so he got the surgery out of the way early. The hope is that Hagglund will be fit and available for the 2024 pre-season, so he can get some minutes in before hopefully making a full return for the regular season.

NOVEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

FC Cincinnati D Nick Hagglund (hamstring) done for season Oct 4, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; FC Cincinnati defender Nick Hagglund celebrates with the Supporters Shield at TQL Stadium.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

FC Cincinnati's Nick Hagglund out for season with hamstring injury | MLSSoccer.com FC Cincinnati defender Nick Hagglund will miss the rest of the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs with a hamstring injury, the club shared on Friday.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Season over Hagglund (leg) is not expected to be an option for the remainder of the 2023 season, per head coach Pat Noonan per Laurel Pfahler of the Queens City Press.

Impact Hagglund is expected to miss his second match in a row with a leg injury. He's started 14 of the last 15 games played at center back, recording a goal with 63 clearances in that span. Ian Murphy will continue to get the call at center back for the time being.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury report Hagglund (leg) was listed as questionable for Sunday's clash RBNY, according to the Cincinnati injury report.

Impact Hagglund is questionable for Sunday's clash with RBNY, which is particularly concerning since he was played for only a single minute on a 2-2 decision day draw with Atlanta. Hagglund is a crucial part of the first team and would be extremely hard to replace in the starting XI. If Hagglund is unable to go Sunday it would be Ian Murphy who gets the chance to start the playoff opener.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Given match to rest Hagglund played one minute in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Atlanta United.

Impact Hagglund only came at the very end of the match as he was given the day to rest ahead of the playoffs. He has started 26 of the 27 games played, recording a goal with 112 clearances, 32 interceptions and 28 tackles (18 won).

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal Hagglund scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) and nine clearances in Saturday's 3-0 victory versus New York City FC.

Impact Hagglund has scored just a single goal in the last four MLS seasons from the defense. As far as his defensive stats, he's completed 31 clearances in the last seven league matches to bring his average per game to 4.2.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Two blocks in return Hagglund had two clearances and two blocks in Saturday's 3-0 loss to D.C. United.

Impact Hagglund played all 90 minutes during his first match back since missing almost a month with a hamstring injury. Prior to his injury, the defender had averaged about four clearances per game with 49 in his previous 12 contests.

JUNE 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Hagglund (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with D.C. United.

Impact Hagglund returned to team training earlier in the week and is now back in the first team as expected. The defender is a consistent starter and figures to be in line for a major role playing the full 90 more often than not.

JUNE 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to team training Hagglund (hamstring) was back in full training with FC Cincinnati on Thursday and will be available to face D.C. United this weekend, Laurel Pfahler of the Queen City Press reporte...

Impact Hagglund has missed his side's last five league games with a hamstring injury he's been dealing with since May, but he's expected to be able to return to action against D.C. on Saturday and could plug straight back into the XI as Matt Miazga is away for the Gold Cup.

JUNE 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in individual training Hagglund (hamstring) was back doing individual work in training with Cincinnati on Monday, according to Pat Brennan of Enquirer Sports, and he's expected to be available for select...

Impact Hagglund has been out for almost a month with a few leg injuries, but he's progressing with his recovery and might be able to to return to action against Toronto on Wednesday. The timing would be very important to Cincinnati as fellow center-back Yerson Mosquera is suspended for the game and Matt Miazga will be away for a few weeks at the Gold Cup.

JUNE 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE