TEENAGE HADEBE NEWS

Brenner scores 2 goals, Cincinnati beats Crew 2-1 to advance to East semifinals

Brenner Souza — known simply as “Brenner” — scored goals in the 67th and 86th minutes to help FC Cincinnati beat the Columbus Crew 2-1 and win the best-of-three series 2-1 in the f...

NOVEMBER 9 • Associated Press

Assists in Saturday's win Hadebe assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Columbus Crew.

Impact Hadebe set up Brenner's goal in the 67th minute Saturday, a strike which tied the match at 1-1 and paved the way for Cincinnati's comeback victory. It marked his first goal contribution of the season and it could not have come at a better time. He was very active on the defensive end too as he won six duels, made seven clearances, intercepted two passes and won three tackles in his full 90 minutes of action.

NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

One shot in blowout loss Hadebe generated one shot (zero on goal) in Sunday's 4-0 defeat against Columbus Crew.

Impact After Hadebe and Cincinnati kept a clean sheet in Game 1, the exact opposite happened in Sunday's Game 2. He and the defense conceded four goals, in large part due to Yuya Kubo being sent off in the 38th minute. Hadebe took one off target shot, the only shot by a Cincinnati player throughout the entire match. Next up is Game 3 at home on Saturday.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Monday Hadebe had three tackles (two won), nine clearances and two interceptions in Monday's 1-0 win over Columbus Crew.

Impact Hadebe and the Cincinnati defense got the playoffs started on the right foot, keeping a clean sheet in Game 1 versus Columbus. He made nine clearances, won three duels, intercepted two passes and made two tackles in his full 90 minutes of action. Hadebe started due to Lukas Engel (leg) and Matt Miazga (leg) both being out and he stepped up in a big way. With both uncertain for Sunday's Game 2, he could be in line for another start.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Cincinnati looks to extend win streak in matchup with the Columbus Crew

Cincinnati heads into a matchup with Columbus as winners of four games in a row

JULY 11 • Associated Press

Day-to-day Hadebe is day-to-day with an ankle injury and is unlikely to play against Chicago on Saturday, Laurel Pfahler of The Queen City Press reports.

Impact Hadebe's status will be monitored in the coming days, but it wouldn't be surprising if the defender ends up missing Saturday's contest. His absence wouldn't be a gigantic issue for Cincinnati, however, as Hadebe isn't a regular starter for the team. He's started in only six of his 11 appearances.

JULY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves hurt Hadebe registered three clearancesand one interception in Saturday's 2-1 win over Orlando City SC. He was subbed off due to injury in the 83rd minute.

Impact Hadgebe made his first appearance since May 31 in MLS, however it ended in an injury against Orlando. Injuries and poor form have hindered the defender's performance this campaign, totaling 39 clearances with 15 interceptions and 13 tackles in 11 appearances.

JUNE 29 • ROTOWIRE

Starts and excels Hadebe had four tackles (three won), three interceptions and blocks in Wednesday's 1-0 win against Toronto FC.

Impact Cincinnati's latest game is a midweek matchup, so it made sense that the club rotated its defensive unit. The decision meant Hadebe logged a start, for which he logged his team's most tackles won, interceptions and blocks.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against NYCFC Hadebe (leg) is on the bench for Sunday's clash against New York City FC.

Impact Hadebe could return to the pitch for his first appearance since March 15 if he's considered as a substitute in either Matt Miazga's or Miles Robinson's place. While he has shown potential as a defensive contributor, Hadebe may be a risky fantasy pick unless he regains consistent playing time soon.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Denkey leads Cincinnati against New York City FC

Kevin Denkey leads Cincinnati into a matchup with New York City FC after scoring two goals against Sporting Kansas City

MAY 3 • Associated Press

Scheduled to train this week Hadebe (leg) is expected to return to team training this week, per Cincinnati Staff Writer Carter Chapley.

Impact Hadebe will look to start his journey back on the pitch after missing the last month with a leg injury. This will give him a timeline of an early May return, barring any setbacks.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Evander and Cincinnati host Sporting Kansas City

Evander leads Cincinnati into a matchup with Sporting Kansas City after scoring two goals against the Chicago Fire

APRIL 25 • Associated Press

D.C. United brings losing streak into match against Cincinnati

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APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Still a few weeks away Hadebe is still a few weeks away from a return, according to manger Pat Noonan, per Laurel Pfhaler of the Queen City Press.

Impact Hadebe is still not yet training and will remain a few weeks away from a return after some issues with his green card. He did start in their first three games of the season, so this will be a huge addition back. That said, he will hope to at least be an option by the end of the month.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Back in Cincinnati Hadebe (green card) returned to Cincinnati, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact Hadebe linked back up with the club after receiving his green card. The defender is now available once more, assuming he's over a recent hamstring issue that kept him on the sideline earlier in the campaign. When fit Hadebe should be a consistent starting option.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Out with personal reasons Hadebe has been in Zimbabwe figuring out his green card situation, reports FC Cincinnati Staff Writer Carter Chapley.

Impact Hadebe had originally been out with a hamstring injury, but is now back in his country as he is having green card issues. He started the first three games of the season at center back, appearing four times, with his last match played on March 15.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with hamstring problem Hadebe is dealing with a hamstring problem and doesn't have a clear timetable for his return, Laurel Pfahler reports.

Impact Hadebe is away from the team while working to get his green card, but even if he were with the team, the defender would be unavailable due to this injury. His next chance to return would be on March 29 against Nashville, but that would depend on the progress of the green card paperwork, as well as his recovery from injury.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Plays second half Wednesday Hadebe (hamstring) played the whole second half in Wednesday's 4-1 win against Motagua.

Impact Hadebe returned to the team sheet for CONCACAF action Wednesday, starting on the bench before playing the entire second half. This indicates he has fully recovered from his hamstring injury and is available for future matches.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Assists with lone chance created Hadebe had an assist with his lone chance created during Saturday's match against Orlando.

Impact Hadebe set up Luciano Acosta in the 45th minute assisting Cincinnati's first goal of the match. The assist was Hadebe's first in MLS since 2021 after rejoining the league in August.

OCTOBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to MLS Hadebe is joining FC Cincinnati on a year and a half deal from Konyaspor.

Impact Hadebe is making his return to MLS after spending a season in Turkey with Konyaspor. He only made 12 appearances in all competitions, recording one assist. The defender already has experience playing in the league as he will look to make an influence on the back line for Cincinnati.

AUGUST 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal in loss to SKC Hadebe scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Hadebe recently returned from injury and made his presence felt here with a finish from very close range. However, Hadebe tends to focus more on defensive stats, and he will not deliver too many attacking stats on a game-to-game basis. Hadebe has started in his 10 league appearances this season, and he should remain in the XI when Houston takes on Dallas on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On bench, as expected Hadebe (leg) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with St. Louis.

Impact Hadebe was always expected to return for Saturday's match and is on the bench once more. The defender has been out since April but is finally set to get back in the first XI. The main priority for Hadebe will be to stay fit for the closing stages of the regular season.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to return Hadebe (leg) is expected to return for Saturday's clash with St. Louis, according to manager Ben Olsen.

Impact Hadebe is nearing a return to the first team and is expected to be involved in some way Saturday. The defender has been working his way back from what has been a serious leg injury but could compete for starting minutes before the end of the MLS regular season.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Expected out for multiple months Hadebe (leg) is likely to miss a couple of months as he recovers from surgery, Houston manager Ben Olsen announced Friday.

Impact Hadebe underwent foot surgery last week and is expected to be sidelined for multiple months while recovering. Ethan Bartlow, Daniel Steres, Micael and Erik Sviatchenko (lower body) are all options to fill in at center-back in the meantime.

MAY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes successful surgery Hadebe announced in a social media post Sunday that he has undergone an operation. He is expected to miss at least the next six MLS games while recovering, according to The Striker...

Impact Hadebe will be sidelined at least until the end of May after undergoing this surgery. He kept four clean sheets in eight MLS appearances (all starts) prior to this weekend, when Micael replaced him alongside Ethan Bartlow in central defense. Daniel Steres and Erik Sviatchenko will also be options in the position while Hadebe is out.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE