SANTIAGO ARIAS NEWS

Starting Conference Final Arias is in the starting XI for Saturday's Conference Final against Columbus.

Impact Arias has been working his way back from an undisclosed issue for more than a month, but unsurprisingly he is now back for the Conference Final. There was little chance of the full-back sitting if he was physically able to play and it seems he will tough through the issue. Raymon Gaddis falls to the bench.

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training outdoors once more Arias returned to outdoor training Wednesday after going unused during a 1-0 win over Philadelphia, Pat Brennan reports.

Impact Arias is back in team training outside a great sign for the wing-back to get back on the pitch. Raymon Gaddis got the start with Arias unused on the bench but if Arias can go at all against Columbus it has to be assumed he will start. Arias has largely struggled for fitness recently, missing of the last six matches.

NOVEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting as expected Arias (leg) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with RBNY.

Impact Arias is in the starting XI after being removed from the injury report earlier in the week. The defender gets the start at right wing-back after a full week of training. Arias' return sends Raymon Gaddis back to the bench after getting two matches in the starting XI.

NOVEMBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Arias (leg) is not listed in the injury report ahead of Saturday's game against the Red Bulls.

Impact Arias is trending in the right direction after training fully throughout the week, and the Colombia international is expected to return to the starting lineup on Saturday. Arias should operate as the right wing-back if he starts.

NOVEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Trains fully Arias (leg) has been training fully with the team Tuesday ahead of Saturday's playoff clash with the Red Bulls, per Laurel Pfahler of the Queens City Press.

Impact Arias could see a return Saturday after missing the last two matches with a leg injury. He has previously started the last six games, recording 13 tackles (nine won), seven interceptions and seven clearances in that span during his first year in the MLS.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially questionable Arias (leg) is questionable for Sunday's clash with RBNY, according to the Cincinnati injury report.

Impact Arias is questionable Sunday due to a leg injury that has kept him training individually. The defender will hope to get back on the pitch for the playoffs, though if he can't go it would likely be Alvas Powell who is back in the starting XI.

OCTOBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Training individually Arias (leg) took part in individual training Wednesday, Pat Brennan reports.

Impact Arias was left training individually on the side during Wednesday's session. The hope is still to get the wing-back into the first team before the start of the playoffs, though if he can't go it would be Alvas Powell who gets the start.

OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Saturday Arias (leg) won't play Saturday against Atlanta United, Laurel Pfahler of The Queen City Press reports.

Impact Arias suffered a leg injury while representing Colombia during the World Cup Qualifiers this month, and the defender is set to get more scans, so he won't be available to face Atlanta United in the final game of the regular season. The results of the scans will ultimately determine what the future holds for the right-back, but the team hopes the injury is not a season-ending one. Raymon Gaddis and Alvas Powell could replace him at right wing-back while he's sidelined.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Withdraws from Colombia duty Arias picked up a knock during Thursday's match against Uruguay in the CONMEBOL World Cup Qualifiers, and as a result, he has withdrawn from international duty, the national team a...

Impact The Colombian NT didn't get into details regarding the nature of the injury, and further tests will be needed to determine the severity of the injury. Given that Cincinnati have already clinched the top spot in the Eastern Conference, it wouldn't be shocking if the right-back is rested for the regular season finale against Atlanta United on Oct. 21.

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Active on both ends versus Charlotte Arias had three shots (one on target), created two chances and made five tackles (two won) during Saturday's 3-0 win over Charlotte.

Impact Arias was once again a great attacking option for Cincinnati on the right flank, having multiple chances created for the third time over the last four contests. Also, the full-back was very solid defensively and his season-high five tackles helped his side retaining possession and dominating the opposition during the entire match. Appearances on the scoresheet aren't part of the everyday menu for Arias but his peripheral contributions still make him a very valuable fantasy performer.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Shown yellow in loss Arias generated one shot (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 3-0 loss to Columbus Crew. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 76th minute.

Impact Arias was shown a yellow card Sunday for a bad foul, marking his second straight match with a booking. He did not have much of an impact as a substitute despite logging 45 minutes of action, as he finished with one off-target shot, two inaccurate crosses, two tackles and one interception.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Nashville Arias took two shots and scored a goal in Saturday's 3-1 victory against Nashville SC. He also made an interception and won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Arias bagged his second goal of the season on Saturday as his side eventually took down a tough Eastern Conference opponent in Nashville. He's started five of Cincinnati's last six matches at right wing-back after an inconsistent start to the campaign.

JULY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides six crosses Arias had one shot (zero on goal) and six crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Charlotte FC.

Impact Arias was all over the pitch Saturday as he recorded six crosses to go with two tackles and five interceptions. The 31-year-old has been a great two-way player for Cincinnati this season but has struggled to keep a starting role due to injuries. However, he has started the last four games and seems to be back to his normal self after picking up a knock in early May.

JULY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first goal of season Arias scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Wednesday's 3-0 win against Toronto FC.

Impact Arias recorded his first goal of the season Wednesday, an unassisted strike in the 35th minute to take the 1-0 lead. It was one of three shots (two on target) he took in the match. He also helped keep a clean sheet with one tackle, one interception, one clearance and one blocked shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Registers first MLS assist Arias came off the bench to assist the winning goal in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Chicago Fire.

Impact Arias registered his first assist since arriving from La Liga when his long ball found Luciano Acosta in the box. The right-back has been used sparingly this season, with seven of his 11 appearances coming as a substitute.

JUNE 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns as substitute Arias generated one tackle (one won) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-0 victory against CF Montreal.

Impact Arias played for 23 minutes in the second half and could not do much during his limited time in the field. The right-back returned after missing the prior three games with a thigh injury. He has now seven appearances in the season, with three starts, and will now fight for a spot in the lineup.

MAY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back with team Arias is an option off the bench for Wednesday's match against CF Montreal.

Impact Arias has been out for over a month with a thigh injury, but is healthy and back with the team. He has started three times in six appearances while recording 10 tackles (six won) and eight interceptions thus far.

MAY 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from injury report Arias (thigh) was removed from the Cincinnati injury report ahead of a Wednesday clash with Montreal.

Impact Arias is absent from the injury report after three matches out due to a thigh injury. With over a week to recover before Wednesday's match Arias could be a full go to get back in the starting XI against Montreal.

MAY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in full training Arias (thigh) returned to full team training with FC Cincinnati on Monday, Pat Brennan of Enquirer Sports reports.

Impact Arias has missed Cincinnati's last three MLS games with a thigh injury he picked up in mid-April, but he could be fully fit and ready to start by the next league game against CF Montreal on May 17.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Begins running drills Arias (thigh) was on the grass doing running drills ahead of Saturday's match versus D.C. United, per FC Cincinnati beat reporter Pat Brennan.

Impact Arias had to miss the last two matches with a thigh injury, but is making good progress in his return to the team by beginning running drills Wednesday. He will likely not be ready for this Saturday, but could be an option for the May 7 clash with CF Montreal. The defender has made just three starts in six appearances thus far, totaling 10 tackles (six won) and eight crosses (three won) in that span.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out again versus New England Arias (undisclosed) will not be available for selection in Saturday's clash against the Revolution, Enquirer Sports' Pat Brennan reported Thursday.

Impact Arias will miss a second consecutive game Saturday due to injury, and it will be his fourth inactive match of the season compared to just three starts at right wing-back thus far.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will miss Portland match with injury Arias has been ruled out of Saturday's clash against the Timbers due to an injury, Laurel Pfahler of the Queen City Press reported Thursday.

Impact Arias played 87 minutes in last weekend's defeat against St. Louis City, and he apparently picked up a knock that will sideline him at least for the Portland match on Saturday. Raymon Gaddis is likely to return to the XI to replace him at right wing-back.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Three interceptions in start Arias created a chance and made three interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 victory against the Union. He also won two of three tackles in the match.

Impact Arias returned to the XI Saturday for the first time since the season opener after recovering from a minor leg injury, and he defended well from right wing-back to shut out an admittedly rotated Philadelphia side.

APRIL 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots off bench Arias subbed into Saturday's match against Nashville SC in the 64th minute, taking two shots, creating a chance and making a clearance in the 1-0 victory.

Impact Arias has now come off the bench in two consecutive games after recovering from a leg injury, tallying two shots and four chances created across 55 minutes of playing time in that span. He should take over as the starting right-back from Raymon Gaddis once he's back at full fitness.

MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances off bench Arias (leg) subbed into Saturday's match against the Fire in the 61st minute, making two clearances and creating three chances in the 3-3 draw.

Impact Arias returned to the pitch Saturday for the first time since the season opener after recovering from a leg injury. He will aim to be fit enough to be back in the starting lineup over Raymon Gaddis at right-back next weekend against Nashville SC.

MARCH 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE