Braian Ojeda
ORL
Center Midfielder
Right Back
Ball-Winning Midfielder
Jun 27, 2000 (26)
Right
5'8"
150 lb
On bench Wednesday
Ojeda (foot) is on the bench for Wednesday's visit to Toronto.
Analysis: Ojeda may finally make his return to the pitch following more than two months on the sidelines. For now, he's expected to see limited minutes, and could become a solid central midfield asset later in the year. In that case, he'll challenge Wilder Cartagena and Eduard Atuesta for a starting role. Prior to the issue, the Paraguayan had tallied one goal and two assists in 18 MLS starts this season.
Making progress in recovery
Ojeda is making progress in his recovery after undergoing surgery to repair a Jones fracture in the fifth metatarsal of his right foot, according to Mike Gramajo of WESH.
Analysis: Ojeda continues working toward a return after undergoing successful surgery, with Orlando City initially targeting a comeback later this fall. The midfielder had recently shown signs of improvement before suffering the injury, recording an assist against the New York Red Bulls along with two shots and three chances created across his previous two starts following the World Cup. Although the latest update suggests his rehabilitation is progressing positively, there is no indication that he has resumed full team training or is ready for competitive action. Luis Otavio should continue seeing additional opportunities in Orlando's midfield while Ojeda remains sidelined.
Undergoes successful foot surgery
Ojeda has undergone successful surgery to repair a Jones fracture in the fifth metatarsal of his right foot, and is expected to return later this fall, according to the club.
Analysis: Ojeda had recorded an assist in the loss to New York Red Bulls, his first goal involvement since May 2, part of a stretch that saw him combine for two shots and three chances created across two starts following the World Cup. This surgery now cuts short that recent momentum, and his extended absence will be a notable loss for Orlando's midfield creativity through the fall stretch of the season. Luis Otavio is expected to get a larger role for the Lions in his absence.
Assists in defeat
Ojeda had an assist while taking an off target shot and creating three chances during Saturday's 3-2 loss to New York Red Bulls.
Analysis: Ojeda set up Tyler Spicer in the 52nd minute assisting Orlando's first goal of the match while ifnishing with the second most chances created on the team. The assist was the first goal involvement since May 2nd for Ojeda as he's combined for two shots and three chances created during his two starts following the World Cup.
Scores in road win
Braian Ojeda scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 4-0 victory against San Jose Earthquakes.
Analysis: Ojeda scored his first goal in the campaign in the 72nd minute to seal Orlando's easy road win. The midfielder took the second-most shots for his side in the match. He also led them with a season-high four interceptions on defense.
Assists winner in 4-3 away win
Braian Ojeda assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-3 win against Inter Miami CF.
Analysis: Ojeda assisted Tyrese Spicer in the 93rd minute to put Orlando 4-3 ahead, having been 3-0 behind in the first half. This was his first assist of the season, having played every minute of all 11 games this season. He has taken nine shots this season, including one in this game, but has failed to put any on target.
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