Ayoub Jabbari
CIN
CF
Playmaking Forward
Jan 30, 2000 (26)
Left
6'4"
192 lb
CincinnatiTakes five shots off the bench
Jabbari took five shots (three on goal), drew two fouls, and committed two fouls in 45 minutes in Saturday's 4-0 loss to Nashville SC.
Analysis: Jabbari was brought on at halftime for Kenji Mboma Dem and helped breathe some life into the FC Cincinnati attack. He came close to scoring on multiple occasions, and Jabbari could be in line for more playing time if he continues to be dangerous. Up next is a home clash with D.C. United on Saturday.
Scores as substitute
Jabbari scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-2 victory over San Jose Earthquakes.
Analysis: Jabbari subbed on in the 93rd minute and still had time to score his second goal in the season and seal the deal. The forward started the season with four starts in the first five games, but since then has 11 appearances off bench in a row.
Stoppage time assist
Jabbari assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus San Diego FC.
Analysis: Jabbari came on as a substitute for Kevin Denkey in stoppage time in Saturday's 3-3 draw against San Diego and made an immediate and decisive impact, providing the precise pass that Tom Barlow converted just seconds later at 3-3 to deny San Diego all three points and complete a dramatic Cincinnati comeback from 3-2 down in the final moments. The Moroccan midfielder, who operates as a box-to-box presence capable of arriving late in dangerous areas, made his presence felt despite only touching the ball a handful of times before delivering the match-saving contribution. Jabbari has now contributed two assists across 12 MLS appearances this season, with his cameo against San Diego his most impactful intervention in a Cincinnati shirt since arriving last summer.
Returns as bench option
Jabbari (leg) was available from the bench in Wednesday's 5-3 loss against Inter Miami, marking his return to the matchday squad after being sidelined with a leg issue.
Analysis: Jabbari has mainly been contributing as a substitute for Cincinnati this season, sitting behind Kevin Denkey and Kenji Mboma Dem in the depth chart, so his return adds useful depth rather than shaking up the starting lineup. The club will continue to build his fitness through further bench appearances before considering any expanded role heading into the final games before the World Cup break.
Leg injury rules him out
Jabbari is currently sidelined because of a leg issue, the MLS reported Friday.
Analysis: Jabbari is still working his way back into Cincinnati's lineup after being used as a substitute in the last six league games, and the leg injury sidelines him at least for one fixture. His direct fantasy impact has been limited given where he sits in the depth chart behind Kevin Denkey and Kenji Mboma Dem. No timeline has been provided for Jabbari's recovery.
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