Efrain Morales - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Back after international duty Morales (not injury related) is back in training with Montreal after representing Bolivia during the international break, according to CF Montreal beat writer Maxime Truman.

Impact Morales started both matches for Bolivia, logging 88 minutes in the 2-0 loss to Paraguay on Sept. 29 and going the full 90 in the 4-0 defeat to Argentina on Oct. 1. The center-back should remain a starter for Montreal as well, as he's been in the XI in 14 of his 17 league appearances in the 2026 MLS campaign.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Called up with Bolivia Morales has been called up by Bolivia for the September-October international break and will therefore miss Saturday's clash against Cincinnati.

Impact Morales has been a regular starter for Montreal in the back line this season, contributing two assists, 25 tackles, 25 interceptions and 66 clearances in 17 MLS appearances (14 starts). He will miss Saturday's match against Cincinnati due to the call up but should return in time to face Toronto on October 10. His absence will likely lead to Brandan Craig starting in central defense for Montreal.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Charlotte Morales (toe) is on the bench Wednesday versus Charlotte.

Impact Morales could see action for the first time in over a month, though it remains unclear how many minutes he can play. The defender should eventually emerge as a real challenger to Brandan Craig and Brayan Vera for center-back roles and may be a reliable source of clearances and tackles as soon as he sees meaningful involvement. However, Montreal are currently struggling to secure clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia Union host CF Montreal in conference matchup

The Philadelphia Union and CF Montreal meet in Eastern Conference play

SEPTEMBER 4 • Associated Press

Back to training Morales (toe) is back in training with Montreal ahead of the trip to the Union on Saturday, per Maxime Truman of Dans Les Coulisses.

Impact Morales is back on the grass in training after being diagnosed with a fractured toe. He's missed the last four matches and may miss a few more, but he isn't far off from returning,vlikely needing another week or two of training before rejoining the squad, provided he avoids setbacks.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Miami takes on CF Montreal in Eastern Conference action

CF Montreal takes on Inter Miami in Eastern Conference action

AUGUST 28 • Associated Press

LA Galaxy face CF Montreal following shutout victory

A game after shutting out the San Jose Earthquakes 1-0, the LA Galaxy play CF Montreal

AUGUST 21 • Associated Press

Columbus Crew face CF Montreal in conference play

The Columbus Crew and CF Montreal square off in Eastern Conference action

AUGUST 18 • Associated Press

CF Montreal hosts D.C. United in conference play

CF Montreal and D.C

AUGUST 14 • Associated Press

Suspected toe fracture Morales (toe) is dealing with a suspected fracture that could sideline him for two to three weeks if confirmed, Nilton Jorge of Couscous Piri Piri reports.

Impact Morales's absence from Monday's session, now suspected to be a toe fracture, threatens to sideline the Bolivian international for two to three weeks if the injury is confirmed. That would be a notable setback for Montreal considering how central he has been to the defense, missing just four matches all year as a regular starter. With Bryan Vera and Brendan Craig also unable to finish training on Wednesday, the club's center-back options are suddenly thinner than expected, which could mean an opportunity for Brayan Ceballos to make his Montreal debut in the middle of defense.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from team training Morales was not training with the team Monday likely due to an ankle issue suffered in Saturday's 11v11 training session, although he was able to finish the session at the time, ac...

Impact Morales has been a key defensive contributor this season, totaling 60 clearances, 21 tackles, 21 interceptions and 18 blocked shots through 14 appearances, along with two assists, including a simple pass that led to a stunning long range goal in the draw with New England Revolution. His status will be worth tracking over the coming days to determine whether the absence is tied to the earlier ankle knock or simply time off.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Credited with assist Morales assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus New England Revolution. He also added six clearances and three blocked shots.

Impact If this isn't Morales' easiest assist of his career, it should come quite close to it, as he simply passed Brayan Vera the ball before the defender unleashed an unstoppable shot from over 30 yards past Matt Turner. Morales has two assists this season, but most of his upside comes from his defensive work. He has 60 clearances, 21 tackles, 21 interceptions and 18 blocked shots through 14 appearances.

AUGUST 4 • ROTOWIRE

Owusu equalizes in 59th minute, CF Montréal draws New England Revolution 2-2

Prince Owusu scored the equalizer in the 59th minute, and CF Montréal erased a two-goal halftime deficit to draw the New England Revolution 2-2 on Saturday

AUGUST 2 • Associated Press

Suárez penalty kick seals Inter Miami win after Berterame knocked unconscious in collision

Luis Suárez scored on a penalty kick in the 81st minute after Germán Berterame was fouled, knocked unconscious and taken away in an ambulance in Inter Miami’s 1-0 win over CF Montr...

JULY 26 • Associated Press

Assists against Philadelphia Morales assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus Philadelphia Union.

Impact Morales created Ivan Jaime's opener in the 23rd minute with his first assist in the season. The centerback made the second-most clearances (four) to help on defense, but cannot help Montreal avoid the home loss. He also led them in aerials won (four).

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Japhet Sery Larsen, Jesús Bueno help Union beat Montreal 2-1 to end 6-match losing streak

Japhet Sery Larsen and Jesús Bueno scored second-half goals to help Philadelphia spoil CF Montreal’s long-awaited home opener with a 2-1 victory, ending the Union’s club-record six...

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Decent defensive outing Morales had four tackles (three won), seven clearances and two interceptions in Sunday's 3-0 win against New York Red Bulls.

Impact Morales lined up in Montreal's back three and played a key role shielding Thomas Gillier during a long second half spent absorbing Red Bulls pressure in Sunday's win. He was still grinding defensively deep into stoppage time, even conceding a late corner as Montreal battled to see the clean sheet through. With New York throwing numbers forward, his presence in the box and ability to deal with second balls helped Montreal shut the door without conceding. It was a solid defensive performance from the former Atlanta player, as he finished with four tackles (three won), two interceptions and seven clearances to help Montreal secure their first clean sheet in three MLS matches this season after conceding eight goals across the first two games.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in friendly Morales (lower body) is in the starting XI of Friday's friendly against FC Slovan Liberec during pre-season, the club posted.

Impact Morales has cleared his lower body injury over the break and is in the starting squad during Friday's pre-season friendly against FC Slovan Liberec. The defender didn't play much in the last three seasons in the MLS and it remains to be seen what role he will have with Montreal heading into the 2026 MLS season.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Season over Morales (lower body) isn't an option for Saturday's trip to Cincinnati, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Morales won't play during the season finale. Montreal's season was already over, so the defender wasn't risked in the finale. He made just six appearances this season after joining Montreal, though that was a significant uptick from the minor role he played for Atlanta. Morales could earn even more minutes with Montreal next season with a full pre-season ahead of him.

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers injury Morales is out for Saturday's match against Charlotte due to a lower-body injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Morales will not be an option for the next match and potentially for more time, with the defender suffering from a lower-body injury. This is a rough loss for the club, as he has only missed two starts since June 12. That said, it would force a change, with Fernando Alvarez and Brandan Craig as possible replacements.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Subbed in on Saturday Morales generated one clearance and one interception in Saturday's 2-0 loss to St. Louis City SC.

Impact Morales replaced Fernando Alvarez, completed 28 passes and also made one interception and one clearance. This was Morales' first substitute appearance of he season.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively in draw Morales made four tackles (three won) and eight clearances and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 1-1 draw against D.C. United.

Impact Morales had a dominant display at the heart of the defense, helping his team to shut a dangerous D.C. front line down while putting up some great numbers. This was just the second game for the center-back since he was traded from Atlanta but he couldn't ask for a more seamless adjustment as he racked up nine tackles and 12 clearances and more performances like this would definitely make him become a must-have fantasy asset.

AUGUST 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts Saturday Morales (undisclosed) is in the initial lineup to face D.C. United on Saturday.

Impact Morales is available despite leaving a training session with an unknown problem earlier in the week. Therefore, he'll retain a starting role alongside Brandan Craig in the middle of the defense. Prior to the issue, the Bolivian recorded 90 minutes in five of the last seven MLS games, averaging 4.8 clearances and 2.0 tackles per contest.

AUGUST 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves training Morales left training after 40 minutes with an apparent injury, according to Maxime Truman of DL Coulisses.

Impact Morales looks as if he may have suffered an injury in training Tuesday, with the defender taken off the pitch early, accompanied by a physical trainer. This is a rough development after he started in six of their last seven games, possibly forcing a change. That said, this could force a change, with Tom Pearce and Brandan Craig as possible replacements.

AUGUST 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inks extension Morales has signed a contract extension with Montreal, according to his club.

Impact Morales will remain with Montreal for the next few seasons after just signing with the club less than a month ago, extending through 2028. This comes despite not seeing a single minute with the club yet, still waiting to find the field. However, this should imply the defender is leaning towards decent playing time, as the club is unlikely to give him an extension if otherwise.

AUGUST 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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