Raul Gustavo
NYC
Center Back
Back Line Anchor
Apr 24, 1999 (27)
Left
6'2"
185 lb
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2026 Major League Soccer
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2026 Major League Soccer
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Returns from injury
Gustavo (leg) came off the bench and played 16 minutes in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Philadelphia.
Analysis: The center-back had been dealing with a leg injury over the last few weeks, but he was able to return to the squad this past weekend. Gustavo should eventually return to the starting lineup -- he's started in 10 of his 15 league outings in 2026.
Set to miss multiple weeks
Gustavo (leg) is expected to miss two or three weeks before being able to rejoin the squad, manager Pascal Jansen told New York Soccer Journal on Wednesday.
Analysis: The center-back has been a regular for NYCFC when healthy this season, and his absence leaves a void at the heart of the defense. Due to the lack of potential options available, the coaching staff will have to get creative until Gustavo is ready to return. Based on the projected timeline, he should be able to return at some point around mid-August, with the Aug. 19 game against FC Cincinnati being a potential return date for the Brazilian.
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