Cole Bassett - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Creates three chances Bassett took two off target shots, crossed once inaccurately and created three chances during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Minnesota.

Impact Bassett was held off the scoresheet while finishing with the second most shots and leading Portland in chances created. The midfielder has an assist to go along with three shots, four chances created and four crosses over his last two appearances following a four match absence.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Delivers assist in victory Bassett (undisclosed) assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Los Angeles Football Clu...

Impact Bassett picked up the assist on Kristoffer Velde's 32nd minute opener in Saturday's 2-1 home win over LAFC, threading a perfectly weighted ball from midfield that Velde chased down before drilling a low finish past Cabral Carter. He logged 89 minutes before making way for Ariel Lassiter, wrapping up the night with one assist and one chance created in a calm and controlled showing in the middle of the park. The performance confirms he is back to full fitness after missing the previous four matches due to injury.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Fully training Bassett (undisclosed) is in full training again and trending towards being an option, according to Adam Susman of Timbers FC.

Impact Bassett has missed the past few weeks of action but could be making his first appearance since week 2, as the midfielder was able to fully participate in training. The midfielder likely now needs to pass some testing to play, not too far from seeing the field again. He started in the opening two games of the season, likely to earn the role back once fit.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Doubtful for Dynamo match Bassett is a doubt for upcoming fixtures according to coach Phil Neville, Adam Susman of The Timber Review reports.

Impact Bassett was active in his first two appearances for the Timbers after transferring from Colorado Rapids, but he was absent during the third week against the Whitecaps due to an unknown reason. The midfielder will likely face a late decision while his availability status is assessed, with all of Joao Ortiz, Eric Izoita and a potentially fit-again Diego Chara (lower body) offering replacement options.

MARCH 10 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet against former club Bassett took one shot (on goal), crossed once accurately and made four tackles during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Colorado.

Impact Facing his former club for the first time, Bassett was quiet in attack while leading Portland with his four tackles. The midfielder has an assist to go along with three shots, a chance created and two crosses through his first two matches with the Timbers.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in Portland debut Bassett assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Columbus Crew.

Impact Bassett, who transferred to Portland at the beginning of February, made his debut for his new club in Saturday's season opener. He made his mark early as he assisted Antony's strike in the 20th minute which took the 2-1 lead. It came on the only chance he created in the match and he also took two shots on the attack. Next up he takes on Colorado -- his former club where he spent seven seasons -- on the road this upcoming Saturday.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Lassiter scores winner, Chará sets records as Timbers open season with 3-2 victory over Crew

Ariel Lassiter had the only goal of the second half and Portland beat the Columbus Crew 3-2 in a season opener, topping off a record-setting night for the Timbers’ Diego Chará

FEBRUARY 22 • Associated Press

Portland Timbers acquire Cole Bassett from Colorado Rapids | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - POR receive: Cole Bassett - COL receive: Up to $3.6 million, sell-on % The Portland Timbers have acquired m...

FEBRUARY 3 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Transferred to Timbers Bassett was transferred from Colorado Rapids to Portland Timbers and signed a contract until 2027, his new club announced. "We are thrilled to welcome Cole to the Portland Timbers....

Impact Bassett joins Portland after seven seasons with the Colorado Rapids, where he made 157 MLS appearances with 31 goals and 23 assists. The 24-year-old midfielder posted his best MLS season in 2024 with nine goals and seven assists, then added three goals and four assists across 28 matches in the 2025 campaign. He also gained European experience with loan spells at Feyenoord and Fortuna Sittard in the Eredivisie before returning to MLS. At international level, Bassett has one senior cap for the United States, scoring the game-winning goal on his debut against Bosnia and Herzegovina in December 2021.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Five crosses in defeat Bassett registered two shots (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Bassett sent more than four crosses in a match for a fifth time this season, but this marked the first one of those outings where he did not record an accurate cross. This also marked his second straight game accounting for a shot on target, and his 10th consecutive appearance with a chance created.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores opener in win Bassett scored one goal to go with five shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Houston Dynamo.

Impact Bassett scored the opener in the 10th minute with his third goal in the campaign. The midfielder also logged a season-high five shots in the match. He has three assists to his name so far as well.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Paxten Aaronson and Cole Bassett score goals, Rapids beat Dynamo 2-1

Paxten Aaronson scored his first goal of the season in the sixth minute of stoppage time and the Colorado Rapids beat the Houston Dynamo 2-1

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Dejan Joveljic scores twice and Sporting KC beats Rapids 4-2 to end six-match winless streak

Dejan Joveljic scored a goal in each half and Sporting Kansas City ended a six-match winless streak with a 4-2 victory over the Colorado Rapids

AUGUST 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Seven crosses in heavy defeat Bassett registered one shot (zero on goal), seven crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 3-0 defeat versus Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Bassett tried to create for his team with seven crosses, including six corners, but they couldn't create and lost out 3-0 on the road to LA Galaxy. He had two chances created, which made it four games in a row in which he has reached this number. He has struggled in this season only scoring two goals and creating two assists compared to his nine goals and six assists of last season.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses, four corners Bassett had six crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-1 win versus Minnesota United.

Impact Bassett updated his 2025's high in crosses. For the year, he has six of them accurate. Usually, the Rapids do not give him corner-kicking duties, but he got his first opportunities Sunday.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Uhre scores 2 late goals, Union beat Rapids, extend their home unbeaten streak to 11

Mikael Uhre subbed on in the 73rd minute and score two goals, Tai Baribo also scored a goal and the Philadelphia Union beat the Colorado Rapids 3-1

JULY 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Darren Yapi scores equalizer as Rapids rally from three goals down to tie Sounders 3-3

Darren Yapi subbed in and scored the equalizer in the 75th minute and the Colorado Rapids rallied for a 3-3 draw with Seattle after the Sounders blew a three-goal lead

JULY 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Available as substitute Friday Bassett (ankle) is on the bench Friday against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Bassett has bounced back after struggling to regain fitness in recent weeks, staying out of five of the previous six games. He should be a strong attacking midfield option if required in upcoming clashes, challenging all of Djordje Mihailovic, Ted Ku-DiPietro and Calvin Harris. In that case, Bassett will look to improve on his current totals of one goal and two assists across 14 MLS appearances.

JULY 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado Rapids host Sporting Kansas City in Western Conference action

The Colorado Rapids host Sporting Kansas City in a conference matchup

JULY 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Out Wednesday Bassett (ankle) is out for Wednesday's clash with LA Galaxy, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Bassett isn't an option for Wednesday's clash due to an ankle issue. He returned to the bench against Orlando, but now lands back on the injury report. Bassett's next chance to return is a Saturday trip to New England.

JUNE 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

On bench for Orlando match Bassett (ankle) is on the bench Saturday against Orlando City.

Impact Bassett could be an option to replace Oliver Larraz, Joshua Atencio or Djordje Mihailovic in midfield after overcoming a problem that kept him out of three games. While being a frequent starter in the early stages of the campaign, Bassett has produced one goal and two assists over 13 appearances.

JUNE 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado Rapids host Orlando City in non-conference play

The Colorado Rapids and Orlando City square off in a non-conference matchup

JUNE 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Colorado Rapids play Austin in conference matchup

Austin takes on the Colorado Rapids in Western Conference action

JUNE 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Colorado Rapids take shutout streak into matchup against the Portland Timbers

The Colorado Rapids come into a matchup against the Portland Timbers after recording two straight shutout wins

MAY 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Out with ankle injury Bassett is out for the time being due to an ankle injury he suffered in the club's last outing.

Impact Bassett is going to the sidelines for a bit of time, as he is dealing with an ankle injury after an early exit last outing. This is tough news, as he did earn the start in their last two games. That said, this will force a change, with Connor Ronan as a possible replacement.

MAY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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