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JANUARY 8 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

On bench Alonso (knee) was an unused sub during Wednesday's 2-0 loss to the Columbus Crew during the first leg of the playoffs.

Impact Alonso was an option for the team for the first time since Aug 21, missing the last two months with a knee injury. He will continue his bench role for the club throughout the playoffs, totaling no starts in seven appearances this campaign.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Alonso (knee) was an unused sub during Wednesday's 2-0 loss to the Columbus Crew during the first leg of the playoffs.

NOVEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for playoff opener Alonso (knee) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's match at Columbus.

Impact Alonso resumed training earlier this month, but it's unclear whether he's ready to play, especially given how intense the playoff games are. In any case, Alonso is not expected to start even if healthy, so he's likely to be a bench option at best for Atlanta during this upcoming playoff stretch.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in full training Alonso (knee) is back in full training as of Thursday and should be an option to face Cincinnati on Saturday, Tyler Pilgrim of Dirty South Soccer reports.

Impact Alonso resumed training earlier this week, and the fact that he's participating in full training should boost his chances of featuring in some capacity Saturday, as well as in the playoffs. That said, he is not expected to start any time soon, and should see some minutes off the bench as a best-case scenario.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Take part in parts of training Alonso (knee) did not train fully with the team, but was able to complete some parts Tuesday, confirmed Dough Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Impact Alonso continues to struggle to return to fitness following a knee injury that has kept him sidelined the last eight matches. He is making big steps by making a return to training, but still needs to train fully with the team before becoming an option for the team again.

OCTOBER 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Alonso (knee) is out for Saturday's match against Montreal.

Impact Alonso remains without a clear timetable for his return to action, so his absence from Saturday's match isn't surprising. Even if fit, he wouldn't compete for minutes in a crowded central midfield.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not practicing Tuesday Alonso (knee) is still not training with the team ahead of Saturday's match versus Inter Miami, per Henry Higuita of Dirty South Soccer.

Impact Alonso is still struggling with a knee injury that could see him miss another match. He has not been used much this season due to several issues with different injuries.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Alonso (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's match at FC Dallas.

Impact Alonso has been dealing with knee issues all season long, and while he has been available from time to time, he's now set to miss a third straight game. His next chance to feature will come against Inter Miami on Sep. 16 after the international break.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Alonso (knee) is out for Wednesday's clash with Cincinnati, according to the Atlanta injury report.

Impact Alonso is set to miss a second match in a row with a knee issue, a major concern considering the ACL injury he suffered earlier in the season. Even when fit Alonso has been saddled with a bench role, with consistent, but minimal minutes.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Alonso (leg) has been ruled out of Saturday's match against Nashville, Dirty South Soccer reports.

Impact The veteran midfielder has settled into a backup role this season while returning from the torn ACL he suffered in 2022, and he has made seven appearances so far, all off the bench and playing more than 21 minutes just once. His next chance to feature will come against Cincinnati on Aug. 30.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes MLS return off bench Alonso subbed in for the final few minutes of Saturday's match against D.C. United, making a clearance in the 3-1 victory.

Impact Alonso featured for Atlanta's senior team Saturday for the first time since tearing his ACL in April 2022. He'll want to continue as a regular contributor as he builds his fitness back up, but at 37 years old he is unlikely to be a regular starter in defensive midfield once again.

JUNE 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Osvaldo Alonso returns to first team play after more than 14 months following ACL injury | Atlanta United FC The midfielder had previously played 27 minutes with ATL UTD 2

JUNE 11, 2023 • ATLUTD.COM

Features for reserve team Alonso (knee) subbed in and played the final 30 minutes of Atlanta 2's victory against Inter Miami II in MLS NEXT Pro on Sunday.

Impact Alonso made his first appearance on the pitch in more than a year on Sunday after recovering from a torn ACL he suffered last April. The 37-year-old will want to continue building up his fitness and be available for Atlanta's senior team soon.

JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Alonso (knee) is out for Saturday's clash with Charlotte, according to the Atlanta injury report.

Impact Alonso remains out for Saturday's match with Charlotte as he continues to recover from an ACL injury. The midfielder has been sidelined for over a year and won't be rushed into any sort of major playing time, with a slow return to team training likely before any appearance on the bench.

MAY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in team training Alonso (knee) returned to team training with Atlanta United on Thursday, according to Doug Roberson of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

Impact Alonso has been out for more than a year since tearing his ACL in April 2022, but he took another big step in his recovery Thursday and can hope to be available to return to action soon.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training individually Alonso (knee) was doing individual work with a trainer for Atlanta United on Tuesday, Doug Roberson of Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Impact Alonso is still making his way back from an ACL tear he suffered last April, and while he is making progress with his recovery, he is unlikely to be ready yet in time for the Toronto clash this weekend. Matheus Rossetto and Franco Ibarra started in defensive midfield in Atlanta's season opener on Saturday while Santiago Sosa is still suspended.

FEBRUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not featured in preseason finale Alonso (knee) did not feature in Atlanta's final preseason match against St. Louis F.C on Saturday.

Impact Alonso will probably not be ready for the home opener against the Earthquakes after not featuring in preseason matches in February. He underwent ACL surgery last April and is working on completing his rehab assignment before returning to training. Amar Sejdic and Matheus Rossetto are the likely starters Saturday in the defensive midfield.

FEBRUARY 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still working up fitness Alonso (knee) is continuing his rehabilitation with Atlanta United in an effort to be fit by the start of the 2023 campaign, he said in a team video last month.

Impact Alonso has been sidelined since tearing his ACL last April in what was just his fourth appearance for Atlanta United after moving from Minnesota United during the previous transfer window. The 37-year-old hasn't been able to feature in the preseason yet and his status for the opening match of this campaign against the Earthquakes in late February is in doubt.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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