Omar Valencia
NYR
Left Back
Balanced Full Back
Jun 8, 2004 (22)
Left
5'11"
154 lb
Returns to reserve role
Valencia has rejoined New York Red Bulls following international duty with Panama and is available for Saturday's MLS clash against San Diego FC after being omitted from the league's latest injury report.
Analysis: Valencia missed the matchup against St. Louis City SC while representing Panama during the international break but is now back in contention for selection. The defender has made 12 MLS appearances this season, including just one start, primarily serving as a depth option for New York. He entered the international window with three senior caps for Panama, including an appearance at the 2024 Copa America. Given his limited starting opportunities throughout the campaign, Valencia is expected to remain a rotational option against San Diego, with a role off the bench more likely than a place in the starting XI.
Called up with Panama
Valencia is among the players named to Panama's roster for the upcoming camp, and will miss Saturday's clash against St. Louis due to the call up, returning for the match against San Diego on October 10, according to the club.
Analysis: Valencia has made 12 appearances for New York Red Bulls this season and has three senior caps for Panama, including one at the 2024 Copa America, having made his international debut back in 2022 against Uruguay. Valencia started only one game this campaign, therefore his absence will not impact the starting XI.
Returns to team
Valencia has served his one match suspension and is set to make the trip to Atlanta on Aug 15.
Analysis: Valencia has started only one match this season, dropping in the depth chart for RBNY after making 17 starts in 20 league appearances in 2025. Across his 330 minutes on the field, he's managed 15 clearances, 11 tackles, and sent in 12 crosses.
Handed suspension
Valencia has been handed a one match suspension and will miss the clash with Orlando on Saturday.
Analysis: Valencia has made just one start this season, serving primarily as a bench option for RBNY. Across his 11 MLS appearances in 2026, he's logged 330 minutes and contributed 12 crosses, 11 tackles, and 15 clearances.
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