Raul Gustavo
NYC
CB
Back Line Anchor
Apr 24, 1999 (27)
Left
6'2"
185 lb
New York CityReturns 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.
Remains out
Gustavo (leg) is out for Saturday's game against Chicago.
Analysis: Gustavo will miss a second consecutive match for NYCFC, and it remains to be seen when he'll be cleared to return. When healthy, Gustavo has been a steady presence at the back for the club, failing to appear in just one game and starting in 10 of his 14 appearances to date.
Sidelined by leg injury
Gustavo will be inactive Wednesday against Columbus Crew as he deals with a leg issue, according to the league.
Analysis: Gustavo has been part of NYCFC's back line, recording 90 minutes in most recent league contests, suggesting he might have sustained the injury in training or friendly action. No official timeline for his return has been provided, leaving his exact status uncertain for subsequent fixtures. Thiago Martins and James Sands are currently expected to feature in the middle of NYCFC's defense.
Makes five clearances
Gustavo generated one tackle (one won), five clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-1 draw against New York Red Bulls. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 23rd minute.
Analysis: Gustavo has remained the starter at center back alongside Thiago Martins since April, earning seven starts in the last eight league appearances. In that span, the defender has made 44 clearances while also making nine tackles and interceptions, producing five blocks and keeping two clean sheets in that span.
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