Joshua Atencio

Midfielder #12
Age 23 years
Nationality USA
Market Value €3M

Career

No transfer history

Joshua Atencio is operating as a Bronze Engine in the heart of the midfield. Having moved from Seattle to Colorado, he is steadily building his body of work in the division. While he hasn't collected major silverware just yet, his commitment and grit on the pitch remain undeniable.

Our verdict is clear: his relentless pressing game is the true headline here. His Workrate is completely off the charts, compensating for a more modest attacking skillset in possession. Across his five appearances and 288 minutes of action, he has maintained a consistent level, focusing purely on midfield disruption. Armed with the INTERCEPTOR badge, he reads the game brilliantly and steals the ball for fun, entirely shutting down the opposition's rhythm. He might not register any goals or assists, but his defensive coverage is exactly what a squad needs in the trenches. He is carving out an emerging reputation as a player who thrives in the dirty work, giving his creative teammates the freedom to attack.

Valued at €2M with a stable market trend, Atencio offers excellent utility. He is a reliable disruptor who keeps the midfield ticking when the Stakes are high, proving that sheer effort often trumps flair in a tight grudge match.

Player Rating

Joshua Ryan Atencio
48
Rating
88
hot streak
Form
⚡ Skills 16
🎯 Clutch 41
🎨 Style 70
📊 Ability 42
💰 Fair Value
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Midfielder

Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.

Scout Report

Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.

Joshua Ryan Atencio is a exceptional INTERCEPTOR for Colorado Rapids. Evidence: 2.2 Interceptions/90.

Player DNA

Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.

A developing player working on their overall game.

Physical profile: Tall For Position, Physically Strong.

Joshua Ryan Atencio Traits

Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.

vs Midfielders

Height 86%
Weight 88%
Experience 38%

vs Major League Soccer

Height 63%
Weight 67%
Experience 37%

Player DNA

Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are

Dribbling: 16 - Ability to beat defenders with close control and skill moves Shooting: 0 - Clinical finishing, shot accuracy, and conversion rate Defense: 33 - Winning duels, tackles, interceptions, and blocks Workrate: 55 - Engine and intensity - total duels and physical commitment Passing: 17 - Vision, key passes, and ability to create chances
Dribbling
Shooting
Defense
Workrate
Passing
Dribbling 16
Shooting 0
Defense 33
Workrate 55
Passing 17
Key Strength 55 Workrate
Area to Watch 0 Shooting

Match Stats

Match-by-match record for Joshua Ryan Atencio this season

Date Fixture League Mins Rating G A FM Score Venue
May 03, 2026 Houston Dynamo 1-0 Colorado Rapids Major League Soccer 40' 6.5 - - 29 Shell Energy Stadium
Apr 23, 2026 Los Angeles FC 0-0 Colorado Rapids Major League Soccer 93' 6.9 - - 32 BMO Stadium
Apr 18, 2026 Colorado Rapids 2-3 Inter Miami Major League Soccer 89' 6.3 0 0 100 Empower Field at Mile High
Apr 12, 2026 Colorado Rapids 6-2 Houston Dynamo Major League Soccer 93' 7.9 1 0 82 -
Apr 04, 2026 Toronto FC 3-2 Colorado Rapids Major League Soccer 74' 6.3 0 0 100 BMO Field
Mar 22, 2026 Sporting Kansas City 1-4 Colorado Rapids Major League Soccer 37' 6.9 0 0 61 -
Mar 14, 2026 New York City FC 3-1 Colorado Rapids Major League Soccer 21' 6.7 0 0 60 Yankee Stadium
Mar 08, 2026 Colorado Rapids 4-1 Los Angeles Galaxy Major League Soccer 58' 6.3 0 0 80 -
Feb 28, 2026 Colorado Rapids 2-0 Portland Timbers Major League Soccer 82' 6.5 0 0 52 -
Feb 23, 2026 Seattle Sounders 2-0 Colorado Rapids Major League Soccer 90' 6.9 0 0 56 Lumen Field

Player Market Value

Track Joshua Ryan Atencio's transfer value changes and career value history

Current Value €2.5M
Peak Value €2.5M (Q2'25)
€2.5M €1.3M €0
Q4'19 Q3'20 Q4'20 Q3'21 Q4'21 Q3'22 Q4'22 Q3'23 Q4'23 Q2'24 Q4'24 Q2'25 Q4'25