Raiko Arozarena


Raiko Arozarena González is a Cuban professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper who plays for USL Championship club New Mexico United.

Club career

After trying baseball he decided to follow in his father's footsteps and become a goalkeeper, beginning his career with local club Pinar del Río.
On 9 April 2021, Arozarena joined USL Championship side Tampa Bay Rowdies. Arozarena made his debut for the Rowdies on 20 October 2021, in a 3–0 home win over Miami FC.
On 12 July 2022, Arozarena was loaned to Forward Madison FC in USL League One. Madison sent goalkeeper Phil Breno to Tampa Bay as part of the deal. Arozarena returned to Tampa Bay on 20 October 2022, following the end of the 2022 USL League One season. Arozarena was released by the Rowdies following the 2023 season.
On 8 March 2024, Arozarena was signed by Las Vegas Lights.
On 19 January 2026, New Mexico United announced they had signed Arozarena to a contract for the 2026 USL Championship season.

International career

In November 2022, Arozarena made his debut for the Cuba national team, playing two friendlies in a series against the Dominican Republic. He started the first, a 4–2 victory, and was subbed into the second, a 1–1 draw.

Personal life

Arozarena's older brother is professional baseball outfielder Randy Arozarena, who plays for the Seattle Mariners.

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