FC Cincinnati transferred Álvaro Barreal to Santos FC for a multi-million dollar fee after his loan period met purchase conditions, ending his four-season stint with the club where he scored 19 goals and made 29 assists.
Inter Miami CF has advanced to the MLS Cup Playoffs Eastern Conference Semifinals for the first time after defeating Nashville SC 4-0, and will face FC Cincinnati at TQL Stadium on November 22 or 23, with the exact date to be announced soon.
Brenner scored twice to lead FC Cincinnati to a 2-1 victory over Columbus Crew in the MLS playoffs, securing their first playoff advancement since 2023 and marking a significant moment in his career after returning from Europe, where he matured and improved his game.
Roman Celentano of FC Cincinnati won the 2025 MLS Save of the Year for his remarkable multi-save sequence against Nashville SC, marking his second time receiving this honor and making him one of the few goalkeepers to win it multiple times in MLS history.
Inter Miami CF hosts FC Cincinnati in MLS action on July 26 at Chase Stadium, featuring a fan celebration night, with Inter Miami in strong form and led by star Lionel Messi, who recently earned MLS Player of the Matchday honors. The match follows Miami's recent 5-1 comeback win and is part of a season where their attack has been prolific, with Messi leading in goals. Cincinnati, top of the Eastern Conference, aims to continue their winning streak against Miami, with key players like Evander.
MLS Matchday 25 saw standout performances with FC Cincinnati and Nashville SC delivering dominant wins, highlighted by Evander's scoring streak for Cincinnati and Andy Najar’s assists for Nashville, alongside exciting matches across the league including a high-scoring thriller in New York and notable contributions from players like Petar Musa and Myrto Uzuni.
Saba Lobjanidze will start for Atlanta United against FC Cincinnati, with the team employing a five-at-the-back formation. The lineup features key players like Miranchuk, Latte Lath, and Guzan, and marks Miranchuk's 400th career appearance. Atlanta United aims to improve their home record against Cincinnati, with notable roster notes including absences of Gregersen, Muyumba, and Lennon.
FC Cincinnati has signed Togo international striker Kévin Denkey from Cercle Brugge for a record $16.2 million transfer fee. Denkey, who won the 2023-24 Golden Boot in Belgium, chose Cincinnati over European clubs due to the trust and ambition he felt from the team. He aims to elevate the club's performance and help them achieve success in the MLS. Denkey's move is seen as a strategic addition to bolster Cincinnati's attacking options following recent player departures.
FC Cincinnati has signed Togo international striker Kévin Denkey from Cercle Brugge for a club-record $16.2 million, marking a league-record incoming transfer fee. Denkey, who won the Belgian Pro League scoring title with 27 goals, will join as a Designated Player through 2028, with an option for 2029. This move aims to strengthen Cincinnati's forward line after previous struggles and follows their early exit from the 2024 MLS Cup Playoffs.
FC Cincinnati has signed Togolese striker Kévin Denkey from Cercle Brugge as a Designated Player, with the transfer set to be official in 2025. Denkey, who has scored 78 goals in over 200 European appearances and 9 goals in 38 caps for Togo, will join on a contract through 2028, with an option for 2029. The 23-year-old has been a top scorer in the Belgian Pro League and expressed excitement about joining Cincinnati to further his career.
Ecuadorian soccer player Marco Angulo, aged 22, has died following a car crash, as confirmed by the Ecuadorian Football Federation. Angulo, who was on loan at LDU Quito from FC Cincinnati, had been in intensive care since the accident on October 7, which also claimed the lives of fellow footballer Roberto Cabezas and a friend. Angulo, who played twice for Ecuador's national team, is remembered as a talented and beloved teammate. FC Cincinnati and LDU Quito expressed their condolences, highlighting the profound impact of his loss.
Ecuadorian and FC Cincinnati footballer Marco Angulo has died from injuries sustained in a car crash that occurred on October 7, which also claimed the life of his former youth teammate Roberto Cabezas. Angulo, 22, was a passenger in the vehicle that crashed into a metal barrier near Quito. Despite being placed in an artificial coma due to severe head injuries and a lung contusion, he succumbed to his injuries. Angulo, who played for L.D.U. Quito on loan, was remembered by Ecuador's FA for his talent and dedication.
FC Cincinnati midfielder Marco Angulo, 22, has died from injuries sustained in a car crash in Ecuador last month. Angulo, who was on loan to Liga Deportiva Universitaria de Quito, was a beloved player known for his joyful spirit. Both FC Cincinnati and LDU de Quito expressed deep sorrow over his passing, highlighting his impact on and off the field. Angulo, who also played for the Ecuadorian national team, is survived by his wife and young son. The crash also claimed two other lives.
FC Cincinnati midfielder Marco Angulo has died at the age of 22, five weeks after being seriously injured in a car crash in Quito, Ecuador. Angulo was on loan to LDU Quito at the time of the accident. FC Cincinnati and LDU Quito have expressed their condolences, highlighting the significant loss to the soccer community.
Columbus Crew have taken the lead in the MLS Power Rankings after a dominant 5-1 win over LAFC, showcasing their strong form with six wins in their last seven matches. FC Cincinnati, despite a recent victory over Miami, struggled with a 3-1 loss to Charlotte and face challenges with key players missing. Other notable performances include Brian White's scoring spree for Vancouver and the Philadelphia Union's continued struggles, now sitting last in the East.