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OLIVIER MBAIZO
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OLIVIER MBAIZO
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Mbaizo (calf) is set to be an option for Wednesday's clash with NYCFC, per the Philadelphia Soccer Now.
Impact
Mbaizo is set to make his return to the pitch after missing the last two matches. He's seen three starts in four appearances at right back, sharing playing time with Nathan Harriel for the Union.
6 DAYS AGO
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Back in full training Thursday
Mbaizo (calf) participated in training Thursday and could be an option to face Orlando City on Saturday, Matthew De George of The Daily Times Sports reports.
Impact
Mbaizo has appeared in just two of Philaldelphia's last six matches, though the 2-2 draw against DC United the last time out was the first time he was ruled out through injury. Even if he's available, he'll battle with Nathan Harriel for a spot on the right side of the defensive line.
MAY 9
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ROTOWIRE
Out Saturday
Mbaizo (calf) is out for Saturday's clash with D.C. United, according to the MLS injury report.
Impact
Mbaizo got the start and went 45 minutes last time out. He is now on the sideline for Saturday's clash, opening the way for another start for Nathan Harriel at right-back. Mbaizo's first chance to return is a May 11 clash with Orlando.
MAY 3
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ROTOWIRE
One assist in 2023
Mbaizo made 23 starts in 26 appearances with the Union during the 2023 season.
Impact
Mbaizo completed his sixth season with the Union, logging in a goal with 30 tackles (19 won), 29 clearances and 24 interceptions in 2023. A veteran to the league, the defender will keep an important role for 2024, as long as he can keep fit.
DECEMBER 28, 2023
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ROTOWIRE
Olivier Mbaizo's ready for a tough assignment in Union's playoff game at Cincinnati
After recovering from an injury to the back of his right knee suffered last month, Mbaizo is set to line up at right back against Cincinnati...
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
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INQUIRER.COM
Not on injury report
Mbaizo (knee) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Saturday's match against New England.
Impact
Mbaizo's absence from the injury report is another step in the right direction for him, as he has been training fully all week and could return to action in the playoff opener against the Revs. If that's the case, it wouldn't be surprising if he takes over the starting right wing-back role from Nathan Harriel.
OCTOBER 27, 2023
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ROTOWIRE
Full participant in training
Mbaizo (knee) took full part in team training Tuesday, Jonathan Tannenwald reports.
Impact
Mbaizo was a full go in training Tuesday, marking his return ahead of schedule and setting him up to return for a first round best-of-three against New England. Nathan Harriel got the start on decision day and played well but if fit it's likely Mbaizo would return to his role in the starting XI.
OCTOBER 24, 2023
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ROTOWIRE
Officially questionable
Mbaizo (knee) is questionable for Saturday's trip to New England, according to the Philadelphia injury report.
Impact
Mbaizo was reported to pick up a knee injury, though he is officially listed with a hamstring issue. The defender picked up a small knock while on international duty with Cameroon is a heavy doubt. It was reported that Mbaizo could miss some time, potentially giving Nathan Harriel the decision day start.
OCTOBER 19, 2023
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ROTOWIRE
Dealing with knee injury
Mbaizo is dealing with a knee injury and could be in line to miss some time, Joe Tansey of Bleacher Report reports.
Impact
No further details have been revealed regarding the issue affecting the right-back, but it could end up being a serious problem if not handled properly, so the Union are being cautious with the injury. Nathan Harriel should feature on the right side of the defense in Saturday's match against the Revolution.
OCTOBER 19, 2023
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ROTOWIRE
Philadelphia Union's Olivier Mbaizo fined by MLS Disciplinary Committee | MLSSoccer.com
The MLS Disciplinary Committee has issued one fine following Wednesday's two midweek regular-season matches.
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023
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MLSSOCCER.COM
Philadelphia Union's Mbaizo requests transfer
Mbaizo’s wife and son have been rejected for visas numerous times. They currently live in Cameroon.
JULY 11, 2023
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THEATHLETIC.COM
Rough night against Galaxy
Mbaizo recorded an own goal, one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's defeat against Los Angeles Galaxy.
Impact
Mbaizo and Philadelphia's defense could not prevent the Galaxy from scoring three goals Sunday. One of them was an own goal, the Galaxy's second during their 3-1 win. It will be difficult to put in a worse performance like that though, and so Mbaizo will look to redeem himself at Nashville on Wednesday.
JULY 9, 2023
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ROTOWIRE
Boyd, Puig lead Galaxy to 3-1 victory over Union
Los Angeles got an early goal from Tyler Boyd, a late one from Riqui Puig and an own-goal from Philadelphia’s Olivier Mbaizo as the Galaxy beat the Union 3-1
JULY 9, 2023
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Starting against Orlando
Mbaizo is in the starting XI for Wednesday's match versus Orlando.
Impact
Mbazio suffered an injury while on national team duty with Cameroon' however he seems to of recovered and is starting for the team. He's averaging about 2.4 crosses per game with 34 (six won) in 14 contests.
JUNE 21, 2023
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ROTOWIRE
Suffers injury with national team
Mbaizo was subbed out of Cameroon's international friendly against Mexico on Saturday in the 55th minute after suffering an injury.
Impact
Mbaizo missed the Union's MLS loss to San Jose last weekend while away with his national team, but he picked up an injury that might make him uncertain for the Orlando City game on June 21.
JUNE 14, 2023
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ROTOWIRE
Records assist against Colorado
Mbaizo created three chances and assisted a goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory against the Rapids. He also made a clearance, an interception and took a shot in the match.
Impact
Mbaizo returned to the XI Saturday and was a dangerous passing threat from further up on the right wing. His assist for Julian Carranza's winner was his first of the season in MLS.
MAY 14, 2023
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ROTOWIRE
Started, sent off during CCL match
Mbaizo was in the starting XI for Tuesday's 3-0 loss to LAFC during the CONCACAF Champions League match. He was also shown his second yellow card in the 59th minute
Impact
Mbaizo made his return after missing the last league match with hamstring issues. He is expected back in the lineup Saturday, totaling thus far 16 crosses (two accurate) and 12 interceptions in eight appearances. If the defender is not ready to return to league play, then Nathan Harriel and Matthew Real are other options to start at right back for the Union.
MAY 3, 2023
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ROTOWIRE
Dealing with hamstring problems
Mbaizo did not train Wednesday after feeling pain in his hamstring, according to head coach Jim Curtin per Jonathan Tannenwald of the Philidelphia Inquirer.
Impact
Mbaizo has been dealing with a hamstring tweak that forced him to sit out of practice Wednesday. He will try to return to training Thursday, depending on how he feels. The defender has started in seven out of the last eight matches, so if he is not fit for Saturday then Nathan Harriel or Matthew Real could start at right back.
APRIL 19, 2023
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ROTOWIRE
Wins two tackles
Mbaizo recorded two tackles (two won), two interceptions and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to FC Cincinnati. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 2...
Impact
Mbaizo has started off the season on a good defensive streak, winning seven tackles and completing 12 interceptions. This follows making six starts in seven games at right back for the Union.
APRIL 12, 2023
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ROTOWIRE
Takes shot in loss
Mbaizo made two clearances, three interceptions and won two of two tackles in Saturday's 2-0 defeat against Inter Miami. He also took a shot in the match.
Impact
Mbaizo was very active defensively despite his side's surprising loss to Miami on Saturday. He is starting 2023 where he left off last season as the preferred option over Nathan Harriel at right-back for the Union.
MARCH 7, 2023
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ROTOWIRE
Ends season as starter
Mbaizo made 22 MLS appearances at right-back this season, with 15 of his 17 starts coming after the start of July.
Impact
Mbaizo gradually regained his starting spot at right-back from Nathan Harriel as 2022 wore on, and the 25-year-old assisted two goals on the season as well.
DECEMBER 2, 2022
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ROTOWIRE
World Cup: Philly's Olivier Mbaizo, Seattle's Nouhou make Cameroon roster | MLSSoccer.com
Two MLS players will be representing The Indomitable Lions in Qatar. Philadelphia Union defender Olivier Mbaizo and Seattle Sounders FC defe...
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
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MLSSOCCER.COM
Attempts seven crosses
Mbaizo attempted seven crosses during a 1-0 loss at Dallas on Wednesday.
Impact
Despite playing 31 minutes, Mbaizo logged the Union's second-best cross tally (second to Kai Wagner) during their loss. If there is anyone from the Union who could replace a current starter on their team, it is Mbaizo in place of struggling right-back Nathan Harriel. Mbaizo's latest game log and six starts post-June prove such case.
AUGUST 18, 2022
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ROTOWIRE
Assists with lone chance created
Mbaizo had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing once inaccurately and making three interceptions during Saturday's 6-0 win over Houston.
Impact
Mbaizo set up Mikael Uhre in first half stoppage time, assisting the Union's third goal of the match. The assist was the first of the season for the defender while his three interceptions tied for the team-high total in the win.
JULY 31, 2022
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ROTOWIRE
Blake's 3 saves, Uhre's 2 goals help Union beat Dynamo 6-0
Mikael Uhre’s two goals and Andre Blake’s three saves lifted the Philadelphia Union to a win over the Houston Dynamo by a score of 6-0
JULY 31, 2022
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