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Prince Owusu hat trick helps Montreal rally for 4-4 tie with DC United

Prince Owusu finished off his first MLS hat trick on a penalty kick four minutes into stoppage time, and teenager Hennadii Synchuk scored the equalizer two minutes later to rally C...

MAY 24 • Associated Press

Hugo Cuypers scores MLS-leading 13th goal, Fire beats Montreal 2-0

Hugo Cuypers scored his MLS-leading 13th goal this season, Philip Zinckernagel added a goal and an assist, and the Chicago Fire beat CF Montreal 2-0

MAY 16 • Associated Press

Clears suspension Vera has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the clash with Portland on Wednesday.

Impact Vera is back and expected to return to the lineup Wednesday after missing the last match through suspension. He's helped keep three clean sheets through nine MLS matches for Montreal, making 43 clearances with three blocks and completing 17 tackles.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Sent off against Atlanta Vera received a straight red card during Saturday's 3-1 loss to Atlanta United.

Impact Vera picked up a late red card for violent conduct after playing almost the full match as a center-back. This event means he'll be ineligible for at least one MLS match, sitting out next weekend against Orlando. Therefore, his earliest return would come in a subsequent fixture versus Portland. His place in the back line could be filled by Jalen Neal or, if fit, Tomas Aviles (hamstring).

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

In starting squad Vera (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against New York Redbulls.

Impact Vera overcame the uncertainty surrounding his status heading into the weekend, retaining his place in central defense after establishing himself in the role throughout the season, having missed only one of the first seven MLS matches. His presence remains a significant boost for a side that relies heavily on his defensive contributions at the back.

APRIL 18 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't train Tuesday Vera didn't take part in Tuesday's practice due to a knee issue, Maxime Truman of DL Coulisses reports.

Impact Vera has missed only one of the first seven MLS games of the 2026 season, so his absence would reduce the team's usual defensive power. However, his status is unclear ahead of upcoming matchups. He appeared in a central spot over his most recent starts, so Brandan Craig and Tomas Aviles could be viable alternatives to take his place.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in defense Vera (groin) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash against Philadelphia Union.

Impact Vera is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash after being cleared from a recent injury concern, returning to his usual role in the back line. The center back had started the five matches prior to the setback, and his return provides a significant boost with his physical presence and stability in defense.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up injury Vera is out for the time being due to a lower-body injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Vera is out for at least a game and possibly more, as the starting defender has gone down with an injury. This will leave a gap in the center of their defense for the time being, as he has not missed a start all season. Tomas Avilles, Dawid Bugaj, Brandon Craig and Jalen Neal could all see starting time in his place while out.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

CF Montréal acquire defender Brayan Vera from Real Salt Lake | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - MTL receive: Brayan Vera - RSL receive: Up to $1.55 million GAM, sell-on percentage CF Montréal have acquir...

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Dealt to Montreal Vera was traded to Montreal for up to $1.5 million GAM from Salt Lake, the club announced.

Impact Vera is a key piece of Montreal's rebuild and they made targeting him their main focus early. The defender projects as an immediate starter and should be a huge part of the team. He signed a deal with Montreal through the 2027/28 campaign after three seasons in MLS with Salt Lake.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Contract option picked up Vera's option for 2026 was picked up, the club announced.

Impact Vera will return to Real Salt Lake for the 2026 season after that his option was exercised. The center back has been an undisputed starter in central defense when available for Salt Lake in the last three seasons and will hold a similar role heading into 2026. In 2025, he set new career highs with 1209 passes and 101 clearances in 28 appearances.

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Real Salt Lake ties St. Louis City 2-2 to earn final postseason spot in Western Conference

João Klauss scored in the 88th minute and St. Louis City rallied to tie Real Salt Lake 2-2 to close out the regular season

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Backbone of defensive effort Vera had three tackles (two won) and six clearances in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Seattle Sounders FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 13th minute.

Impact Vera led the Real Salt Lake defensive effort Saturday with six clearances in their 1-0 loss versus Western Conference foes, Seattle. The central-defender's caution was the eight he received in MLS play. Across his last 10 appearances (10 starts), Vera has played the full 90 minutes on nine occasions while averaging 1.4 tackles (one won), 0.8 interceptions, four clearances and 0.5 blocks per appearance.

OCTOBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in loss Vera scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Sunday's 4-1 loss to Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Vera notched his first goal of the season as he opened up the scoring in the 14th minute of the match. Defensively, he registered five clearances as his team allowed four goals.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bouanga scores 3 goals - his 2nd hat trick in 3 games - for LAFC in 4-1 win over RSL

Denis Bouanga scored three goals, his second hat trick in the last three games, and Los Angeles FC beat Real Salt Lake 4-1

SEPTEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Own goal in 2-1 win Vera generated an own goal, one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Vera scored his second own goal of the season, making him one of only three players this season to score an own goal. Last season, there was only one player who scored two own goals.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Diego Luna, Alexandros Katranis help Real Salt Lake beat Sporting KC 2-1

Diego Luna and defender Alexandros Katranis both scored to lead Real Salt Lake to a 2-1 victory over Sporting Kansas City

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores own goal, offensively active Vera registered an own goal, four shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-1 loss to Minnesota United.

Impact Vera's own goal put Real Salt Lake down early, but the team recovered to tie before they fell apart later. On the offensive side of the ball, he updated his season high in shots and tied his season high in crosses.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Lod and Joaquín Pereyra score goals, Minnesota beats Real Salt Lake 3-1

Robin Lod and Joaquín Pereyra each scored a goal to help Minnesota United beat Real Salt Lake 3-1

AUGUST 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Leads RSL in tackles Vera made two tackles (winning both) and a clearance during Saturday's 1-0 win over Charlotte.

Impact Vera was a part of RSL's back line that conceded just once during Saturday's defeat, leading the club with two tackles. The defender has combined for four tackles and 13 clearances over his last three appearances, but has yet to have a goal involvement this season.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Blocks two shots Vera blocked two shots, made an interception, a tackle and six clearances during Sunday's 2-1 loss to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Vera was a part of the RSL back line that conceded twice Sunday tying for the team-high with two blocks. The defender has combined for four tackles, 18 clearances and seven blocks over his last three appearances.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

New York Red Bulls host Real Salt Lake in non-conference play

The New York Red Bulls face Real Salt Lake in non-conference action

AUGUST 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Back for RSL Vera has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the clash vs RBNY on Aug 10.

Impact Vera is working his was back from his injury back in May, recording eight appearances since May 25, In that span, the defender has collected 34 clearances and seven blocks in that span.

JULY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Braian Ojeda scores 1st goal of season, Real Salt Lake beats Earthquakes 2-1

Braian Ojeda scored his first goal of the season to help Real Salt Lake beat the Earthquakes 2-1 and extend San Jose’s winless streak to six games

JULY 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Heading for suspension Vera had one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against FC Cincinnati. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 39th minute.

Impact Vera will serve his first suspension of the season after picking up his fifth yellow card in 12 matches played. Since his return from injury, the defender started six times in eight appearances, recording 34 clearances with seven blocks and two clean sheets in that span.

JULY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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