Matt Miazga
A commanding centre-back who leads with voice and presence. He brings organisation and edge when matches tighten up.
USA
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Defender
Your Player Snapshot.
Cincinnati exercised his 2026 option, which matches his importance in the spine of the team. He’s constant with communication, keeping the line connected and the box protected.
In aerial moments he attacks the ball with authority, and he doesn’t let forwards settle into comfortable duels.
Season Snapshot
League
only
Minutes played
573
63.66 per match
Tackles won
2
Interceptions
5
Clean sheets contributed
41
as defensive proxy
Team Stats
Per 90 & season totals
Appearances
9
Minutes played
573
Tackles won
2
Interceptions
5
Clearances
41
Blocks
5
League Rankings
Among US Major League Soccer
defenders
Tackles won
198th
of 226
Interceptions
150th
of 220
Clearances
62nd
of 239
Blocks
80th
of 190
Real Stats, Real Players, Unreal Categories.
Matt Miazga: The Backline Foreman
He makes defending feel organised, because he’s always directing the next step.
Space disappears through positioning, and pressure builds through leadership. When the game gets loud, he gets clearer, pulling teammates into shape and ending attacks with decisive first contact. It’s the kind of presence that shows up most in tight wins.