ERYK WILLIAMSON NEWS

On bench in Chicago trip Williamson (head) is on the bench Saturday against Chicago Fire.

Impact Williamson has started in just three of his 16 league appearances in 2025, although he was slightly more active over the last month. After being forced off due to a knock to the head in the previous match, he'll have a chance to bounce back immediately as either Brandt Bronico's or Ashley Westwood's substitute.

JUNE 28 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off injured Williamson was forced off in the 66th minute of Wednesday's 2-1 defeat against Sporting Kansas due to a clash in his head with an opponent, as he was reportedly bleeding heavily, a...

Impact Williamson received a knock to the head and was reportedly bleeding heavily, forcing him off the pitch in the second half of Wednesday's game. He will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the injury and whether he needs to undergo concussion protocols. That said, Williamson has mainly been a bench option this season for Charlotte, so a potential absence wouldn't impact the starting XI.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Agyemang and Charlotte FC visit the New York Red Bulls

Patrick Agyemang leads Charlotte FC into a matchup with the New York Red Bulls after scoring two goals against the Columbus Crew

MAY 27 • Associated Press

Makes squad Williamson was an unused option during the 3-2 win over Columbus.

Impact Williamson was not fit to make an appearance off the bench Saturday after picking up an undisclosed injury during the U.S Open Cup. Since starting the first game of the season, the midfielder had come off the bench the last 11 league games in a row, picking up an assist with eight crosses and five chances created.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Injured in US Open Cup Williamson came off with an apparent injury during a US Open Cup clash with D.C.

Impact Williamson came off with an injury during the second half seemingly injured. Minutes have been hard to come by for the midfielder, with msot of his work coming off the bench in recent weeks.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Logs reserve assist Williamson assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 defeat against Chicago Fire.

Impact Excluding the Charlotte team's 2025 opener, Williamson has been a regular reserve. Saturday includes his first assist.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC acquire M Eryk Williamson from Timbers Charlotte FC acquired veteran midfielder Eryk Williamson from the Portland Timbers on Wednesday.The Timbers receive up to $350,000 in genera...

JANUARY 15 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Charlotte FC acquire Eryk Williamson from Portland Timbers | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - CLT receive: Eryk Williamson - POR receive: Up to $350k GAM, sell-on % Charlotte FC have acquired US intern...

JANUARY 15 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Joins Charlotte Williamson joined Charlotte from Portland, the club announced.

Impact Williamson made the switch to Charlotte from Portland. The midfielder made 29 appearances (10 starts) for Portland in 2024, and scored twice. Williamson should remain a solid contributor with Charlotte, potentially pushing for a starting role.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in start Williamson scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 4-1 victory versus Nashville SC.

Impact Williamson saw his first start since May 4, recording just his second goal of the season. He's been downgraded to just a bench role following his long term injury last year, making only seven starts in 18 appearances while recording 23 crosses (five accurate), 11 tackles (seven won) and nine chances created.

JULY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in Saturday's draw Williamson assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Columbus Crew.

Impact Williamson assisted the opening goal Saturday as he set up Felipe Mora in the 10th minute. It marked his second assist of the season and his first since the season opener on Feb. 25. He was subbed off in the 62nd minute for Cristhian Paredes.

APRIL 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Option off bench Williamson (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Houston.

Impact Williamson cleared the injury report earlier in the week and he's now an option off the bench. Coming off two serious injuries it's likely Williamson will slowly be eased into heavy match action, with a minor role moving forward more likely.

MARCH 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Williamson (hamstring) is out for Saturday's trip to NYC FC, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Williamson is out Saturday after picking up a hamstring injury mid-week. It's not clear where Williamson picked up the injury but he will be a major loss in the starting XI after starting each of the opening two matches. David Ayala could get the start with Williamson ruled out.

MARCH 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Eryk Williamson returns for Portland Timbers | Energy Moment of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com Nearly one year removed from tearing his ACL, Eryk Williamson is back playing for the Portland Timbers – and thriving. The US men's national...

FEBRUARY 27, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Notches two goal contributions Williamson scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 victory against Colorado Rapids.

Impact Williamson was just one of the Portland players to start their season on a high note, bagging two goal contributions after scoring in the ninth minute and assisting in the 29th minute. The midfielder will hope to keep up this type of production and remain healthy this season after the great start Saturday, as he only registered one goal contribution in six appearances last campaign due to a torn ACL, with the player returning to play for the first time since the injury against Colorado on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets minutes in preseason contest Williamson (knee) participated in the club's preseason friendly on Jan. 27 and is expected to be ready for the start of the season amid any more injuries.

Impact Williamson made his return to play on Jan. 27 in a friendly during the preseason, having recovered from a torn ACL he suffered in only the second month of the season last year. This will be a nice boost back into the team for Portland, as the midfielder was a regular starter to begin the campaign last year, starting in all six games he appeared in. There is now no reason he shouldn't be ready for their opening match on Feb. 24, most likely returning to his starting spot after almost a year on the sidelines.

JANUARY 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Timbers M Eryk Williamson undergoes knee surgery Portland Timbers midfielder Eryk Williamson underwent successful surgery on Wednesday to reconstruct the anterior cruciate ligament on his r...

APRIL 13, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Williamson tears right ACL, 2 years after left ACL injury Portland Timbers midfielder Eryk Williamson will have season-ending surgery to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee.

APRIL 11, 2023 • SEATTLETIMES.COM

Williamson tears right ACL, 2 years after left ACL injury

Portland Timbers midfielder Eryk Williamson will have season-ending surgery to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee

APRIL 11, 2023 • Associated Press

Portland Timbers midfielder Eryk Williamson tears ACL, out for 2023 | MLSSoccer.com Portland Timbers midfielder Eryk Williamson has suffered his second ACL tear in roughly 20 months, and this latest setback ensures he’ll mis...

APRIL 11, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Out for season with torn ACL Williamson (knee) is expected to miss the rest of the season after undergoing surgery on a torn ACL this week, the Timbers announced Tuesday.

Impact Williamson had started each of Portland's first six games of the campaign and has recorded six MLS assists dating back to the start of the last campaign, but the 25-year-old is now set for a season-ending surgery after suffering his second torn ACL (this time on the other leg) in the last 20 months. Diego Chara will have to step up in defensive midfield in Williamson's absence, with Santiago Moreno, Cristhian Paredes (knee), David Ayala, Yimmi Chara (hamstring) and Evander all available to deputize in the position as well.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with knee injury Williamson has been ruled out of Saturday's clash against the Whitecaps due to a knee injury, according to Portland's injury report.

Impact Williamson has started all six of the Timbers' MLS matches this season, recording one assist from eight chances created in midfield, but he is set to miss the Vancouver match this weekend after picking up a knee injury. Diego Chara and Santiago Moreno should continue as starters in his absence, with Dairon Asprilla (knee) and David Ayala (knee) also options for the XI if they're fit enough.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in draw Williamson took a shot and created three chances in Saturday's 0-0 draw against the Galaxy. He also won three of three tackles in the match.

Impact Williamson has started all five of Portland's MLS matches this season in defensive midfield, and he's created at least three chances on two of those occasions already.

MARCH 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

MLS Footnotes: Timbers can get back on track against shorthanded Galaxy

Losers of their last three, the Timbers will face an undermanned Galaxy team looking for its first win of the season on Saturday.

MARCH 24, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

St. Louis wins 3rd straight with 2-1 victory over Portland

Kyle Hiebert scored the go-ahead goal in the 75th minute and St. Louis City won its third straight match with a 2-1 victory over the Portland Timbers on Saturday night, tying the M...

MARCH 12, 2023 • Associated Press