What happened: João Loiola has joined the first team for tonight's Leagues Cup match.
Why it matters: The move adds same-day depth for a Phase One tournament fixture. It also gives Loiola a potential route into the matchday squad.
By the numbers: Loiola has one goal in 810 MLS NEXT Pro minutes in 2026, with three yellow cards and one red card.
What to watch: The matchday squad will determine whether Loiola is available tonight.