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Makes 10 clearances in win Malanda had two tackles (two won), 10 clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Philadelphia Union.

Impact Malanda was one of the best center-backs in MLS during the 2025 season, and he finished the campaign in style with double-digit clearances against the best team in the Eastern Conference. Malanda averaged 6.45 clearances per game in 33 starts during the regular season.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returns from suspension Malanda has served his ban and is an option moving forward.

Impact Malanda was suspended last match after denying a clear goal-scoring opportunity, but is back in the saddle moving forward, an option for the season finale. This is good news for the club, as he is a regular starter, starting in all 32 appearances this season, a mainstay in the defense.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Prince Owusu scores in 90th minute to tie a club record and CF Montreal beats 10-man Charlotte 4-1

Dante Sealy scored a goal in each half, Prince Owusu added a goal in the 90th minute to tie a club record, and CF Montreal beat 10-man Charlotte FC 4-1 for its sixth victory of the...

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Sent off in defeat Malanda was shown a red card in the first half of Saturday's 4-1 loss to Montreal.

Impact Malanda ruined the match for a home side that was winning at the time of his sending off. The defender will now be suspended for a visit to D.C. United and could reappear in the regular-season finale against Philadelphia. While his loss is a big blow to the team, his spot in the starting lineup could be taken by either Andrew Privett or Bill Tuiloma.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Records 14 clearances in win Malanda recorded 14 clearances in Saturday's 2-1 victory against New England Revolution.

Impact Malanda did a great job in the weekend clash, winning all of his nine duels and achieving his second-most clearances in a single game this season. Having played all possible minutes in 29 matchups, he's one of the most reliable center-backs in the league, and he has fair clean sheet chances as part of a defensive unit that allowed just one goal over the last five contests.

AUGUST 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in interceptions Malanda made two interceptions, a tackle and six clearances during Sunday's 1-0 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Malanda helped Charlotte keep a clean sheet as a member of the team's back line on Sunday, leading his side with two interceptions. The defender has combined for four interceptions and 15 clearances over his last three appearances.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC transfer Adilson Malanda to Middlesbrough FC | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Transfer Charlotte FC have transferred center back Adilson Malanda to EFL Championship side Middlesbrough FC, the c...

AUGUST 20, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Transfers, loaned back to Charlotte Malanda has completed a transfer to Middlesbrough from Charlotte but will remain with Charlotte until the end of the 2025 campaign, according to his former club.

Impact Malanda is going to complete a transfer to England this season, with the defender sent to Middlesbrough. However, the defender will return to Charlotte until the end of the campaign, hoping to help them to an MLS championship. That said, he will depart the team in December 2025.

AUGUST 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Helps Charlotte to clean sheet Malanda blocked two shots, made an interception and four clearances during Saturday's 1-0 win over RSL.

Impact Malanda was a part of the Charlotte back line that kept a clean sheet Saturday leading his side with two blocks. The defender has combined for four shots, three interceptions, five blocks and 17 clearances over his last three starts while helping Charlotte to three straight clean sheets.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Idan Toklomati, Kristijan Kahlina lead Charlotte over Real Salt Lake 1-0 for sixth straight victory

Rookie Idan Toklomati scored in the first half and Kristijan Kahlina made it stand up the Charlotte FC beat Real Salt Lake 1-0 for its sixth straight victory

AUGUST 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Tallies 11 clearances in win Malanda registered 11 clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Toronto FC.

Impact Malanda reached double digits in clearances for the third time this season as his side worked towards its fifth clean sheet in 17 matches played. Additionally, the lone interception raised his count to nine over that period. He's now one of two members of the squad to have recorded every minute in the 2025 campaign, throughout which he has featured as a right-sided center-back.

JUNE 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Choupo-Motin scores twice on penalties to send New York Red Bulls past Charlotte FC

Eric Maxim Choupo-Motin scored two penalty kicks and the New York Red Bulls never trailed in a 4-2 win over Charlotte FC

MAY 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Defensive force in victory Malanda generated three tackles (one won) and 17 clearances in Saturday's 1-0 win versus CF Montreal.

Impact Malanda led Charlotte's hard-nosed defensive effort Saturday with a team-high 17 clearances as they kept a clean sheet in a 1-0 victory over Montreal. The central defender also made three blocks over his 90 minute shift. Through Charlotte's first eight league fixtures, Malanda has played every minute, scoring once and contributing to three clean sheets.

APRIL 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mihailovic's two goals late sends Colorado Rapids past Charlotte FC 2-0

Djordje Mihailovic scored twice in a three-minute stretch and the Colorado Rapids beat Charlotte FC 2-0

MARCH 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores header in draw Malanda scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Malanda scored a first half header Saturday to open the scoring for Charlotte in their 2-2 draw versus Seattle. The goal marked the second successive season in which the defender has netted a goal in Charlotte's opening match. In 2024, Malanda's goal in Charlotte's first match represented the totality of his goal contributions for the season. In addition to his goal Saturday, Malanda contributed six clearances and five blocks to the team's defensive effort.

FEBRUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC defender Adilson Malanda signs contract extension | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Extension Charlotte FC have signed defender Adilson Malanda to a new contract through 2026 with an option for 2027,...

JULY 11, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Extends contract Malanda has extended his contract until 2026 with Charlotte.

Impact Malanda will continue his tenure with Charlotte, as the defender has inked a deal until 2026, holding a club option for the 2027 campaign. He has been a regular starter this campaign, so the move only makes sense, with the center-back likely to remain in a starting role throughout the rest of his contract.

JULY 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads backline to clean sheet Malanda had four tackles (three won) and nine clearances in Saturday's 1-0 win against D.C. United.

Impact Malanda's stalwart performance Saturday contributed mightily to Charlotte FC's clean sheet effort during their 1-0 victory over DC United. Malanda led Charlotte with nine clearances and also contributed one block. Malanda remains the top option in Charlotte's backline, having started in 16 of Charlotte's 18 matches in 2024, missing two due to injury.

JUNE 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Records five clearances Malanda had one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 1-0 win against Chicago Fire. He also added five clearances and two interceptions.

Impact Malanda was active on the defensive end, and as has been the case all season long, he delivered an impressive effort while helping Charlotte keep a third consecutive clean sheet. He's expected to remain in the starting lineup while being a productive presence when Charlotte takes on the Galaxy on Saturday.

MAY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively in win Malanda made two tackles (one won), six clearances and one interception while helping his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 2-0 win over Portland.

Impact Malanda was rock-solid at the heart of the defense, dominating against opposing forwards and always being at the right place to disrupt. With 15 clearances and seven tackles over his last three starts, the center-back is starting to build some momentum and get closer to the form he displayed during most of last year.

MAY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back on bench Malanda (hamstring) is a substitute option for Sunday's clash against Minnesota United.

Impact Malanda is available as expected after missing one match due to the injury. The defender had previously been a consistent starter, averaging 4.0 clearances, 1.4 tackles and 1.0 interceptions per game. He'll look to take the starting spot back from Bill Tuiloma once he reaches peak fitness.

APRIL 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Will be available Sunday Malanda (hamstring) will be available for Sunday's game against Minnesota United, Carroll R. Walton of The Charlotte Ledger reports.

Impact Malanda was spotted in training and didn't suffer setbacks during Thursday's and Friday's sessions, so he shouldn't have problems featuring against Minnesota. Malanda has started in his previous seven appearances this season, racking up 28 clearances, 10 tackles and seven interceptions in that span.

APRIL 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with squad Malanda (hamstring) was training with the team Thursday, per Top Bin 90.

Impact Malanda saw a huge boost to his possible return this week, as he is now training with the team after dealing with a hamstring over the past two weeks. This leaves the defender in a decent spot to get back on the team sheet to face Minnesota on Sunday, hoping to immediately gain back the starting role he held through the first seven matches of the season until his injury.

APRIL 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful Saturday Malanda is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Toronto, manager Dean Smith told reporters.

Impact Malanda is suffering with a hamstring injury he suffered against New England and is a heavy doubt. Smith even went so far as to name some possible replacements, including Hamady Diop. If Malanda can do it would be a major boon, as he has played every single minute to open the 2024 season.

APRIL 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Staunch defensively in draw Malanda generated one tackle (one won) and nine clearances in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Malanda was a key figure in defense during Saturdays 1-1 draw with Vancouver. Malanda followed-up his goal-scoring season debut with a key defensive performance that included one tackle (one won) and nine clearances. After two starts to begin the season, Malanda looks primed to feature for the Charlotte backline in which he appeared 30 times (30 starts) over the 2023 campaign.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Prince Owusu scores in 90th minute to tie a club record and CF Montreal beats 10-man Charlotte 4-1

Idan Toklomati, Kristijan Kahlina lead Charlotte over Real Salt Lake 1-0 for sixth straight victory

Choupo-Motin scores twice on penalties to send New York Red Bulls past Charlotte FC

Mihailovic's two goals late sends Colorado Rapids past Charlotte FC 2-0