Obinna Nwobodo
29-Year-Old
FC Cincinnati
MLS
2025 Fantasy Outlook
FC Cincinnati picked up Nwobodo's option for 2025, setting up the designated player for another significant role in the midfield. Nwobodo's work rate allows Lucho Acosta to stay forward without defensive responsibilities, as he ranked in the 96th percentile for interceptions by midfielders at 1.91 per 90 minutes. While he doesn't add much offensively (one assist last season in 30 appearances), his defensive role is critical for how Pat Noonan's team plays. Expect another consistent season from Nwobodo in 2025.
Plays following leg surgery
Nwobodo made 11 starts in 18 MLS appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 season.
ANALYSIS
Nwobodo returned to the pitch after leg surgery in late July, appearing in 18 matches, 15 fewer than in 2025. He had no goal contributions, but recorded 35 tackles, 19 interceptions, and 17 clearances. The midfielder aims to improve his form and health for more playing time in 2026.
Nwobodo returned to the pitch after leg surgery in late July, appearing in 18 matches, 15 fewer than in 2025. He had no goal contributions, but recorded 35 tackles, 19 interceptions, and 17 clearances. The midfielder aims to improve his form and health for more playing time in 2026.
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Returns to starting XI Saturday
Nwobodo (quadriceps) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's game versus Montreal.
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With group to begin training
Nwobodo (quadriceps) was involved in the start of team training Tuesday, according to Laurel Pfahler of the Queen City Press.
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Set to rejoin group next week
Nwobodo (quadriceps) is set to start training with the group next week, according to manager Pat Noonan, per Laurel Pfahler of the Queen City Press.
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Working away from team
Nwobodo (quadriceps) has been working away from the team with a trainer as he continues to progress well, per FC Cincinnati Staff Writer Carter Chapley.
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Jogging Tuesday
Nwobodo (quadriceps) is jogging in training Tuesday, according to Laurel Pfahler of the Queen City Press.
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