David Ayala - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

One shot in return Ayala had one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Columbus Crew.

Impact Ayala returned to the pitch on Saturday after missing two matches with an injury, continuing what has been a difficult season marked by setbacks. He's appeared only seven times in league play and earned just three starts, far from the impact he hoped to make in his first campaign since moving from Portland.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Inter Miami brings home winning streak into matchup against the Columbus Crew

Inter Miami hosts the Columbus Crew looking to extend a three-game home winning streak

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Impossible to replace! Inter Miami boss puts Luis Suarez in the same category as Lionel Messi after watching Uruguayan striker spoil MLS debut for Robert Lewandowski

Luis Suarez stepped up in the absence of Lionel Messi to score twice and guide Inter Miami to a 3-2 victory over Chicago Fire, spoiling Robe...

JULY 23 • goal

Impossible to replace! Inter Miami boss puts Luis Suarez in the same category as Lionel Messi after watching Uruguayan striker spoil MLS debut for Robert Lewandowski

Picks up adductor strain Ayala has been ruled out for Wednesday's match against Chicago Fire because of a left adductor strain, the league announced Tuesday.

Impact Ayala is a midfielder who has been part of Inter Miami's squad, and his left adductor strain is one of several injury absences hitting the club's roster on this matchday. Adductor strains are managed carefully given the recurring nature of such injuries, particularly for players who rely on explosive directional changes. Thus, the club will take the appropriate time to ensure full recovery before returning him. Given that Rodrigo De Paul (not injury related) is also ineligible, there should now be more opportunities for players like David Ruiz and Yannick Bright in Miami's midfield.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Picked for bench Ayala (groin) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Toronto.

Impact Ayala is back in the mix this week after some injury concerns, as the midfielder has recovered from his groin injury. With three starts before his injury, he will look to see some time to test his legs before earning back a starting role.

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Miami takes home draw streak into matchup with Orlando City

Inter Miami takes on Orlando City after playing to a draw in three home games in a row

MAY 1 • Associated Press

Out with injury Ayala is out for the time being due to an undisclosed injury, according to Michelle Kaufman of the Miami Herald.

Impact Ayala was not on the field in the last match and will now be sidelined, as the midfielder suffers from an undisclosed injury. This is a decent absence, as he started in three of their past four games, although he hasn't been much of a contributor yet. Yannick Bright and Telasco Jose Segovia are likely to continue in the center of the midfield while Ayala is out.

APRIL 17 • ROTOWIRE

Lionel Messi, Micael dos Santos spark Inter Miami to come-from-behind 3-2 victory over NYCFC

Lionel Messi scored the equalizer off a free kick in the second half before helping to set up Micael dos Santos’ winner and Inter Miami came from behind to beat New York City FC 3-...

MARCH 22 • Associated Press

Lionel Messi's Inter Miami reloads for a run at a second straight MLS title

Less than three months removed from its first MLS Cup championship, Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami shows no signs of a letdown

FEBRUARY 21 • Associated Press

Inter Miami reportedly tried to acquire LAFC's Denis Bouanga in a $13 million deal before turning to Monterrey's Germán Berterame

Inter Miami's pursuit of Monterrey striker Germán Berterame followed an unsuccessful $13 million bid for LAFC star Denis Bouanga, according...

JANUARY 21 • goal

Inter Miami reportedly tried to acquire LAFC's Denis Bouanga in a $13 million deal before turning to Monterrey's Germán Berterame

Lionel Messi-led Inter Miami confirm signing of ex-Argentina youth star from MLS rivals Lionel Messi's Inter Miami have completed the acquisition of another of his compatriots, David Ayala, from fellow MLS side Portland Timbers.

JANUARY 10 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Inter Miami acquire David Ayala from Portland Timbers | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - MIA receive: David Ayala - POR receive: Up to $2.15 million, sell-on % Inter Miami CF have acquired midfiel...

JANUARY 9 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Acquired by Inter Miami Ayala has been traded from Portland to Inter Miami on Friday.

Impact Inter Miami needed to acquire a central midfielder following Sergio Busquets' retirement, and Ayala fits the mold to perfection. The 23-year-old is expected to become a regular starter right away while slotting next to Rodrigo De Paul in central midfield. Ayala made 36 starts and 37 appearances for the Timbers in 2025, tallying two goals, one assist, 18 chances created, 97 tackles, 51 interceptions and 60 clearances.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Option picked up Ayala's option for 2026 was picked up, Portland announced.

Impact Ayala's contract option for 2026 was picked up after a second season as a major starter. The midfielder scored twice and assisted once in 2,935 minutes total. He projects as a huge part of the midfield through 2026 taking a defensive role in any formation Portland switch to.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back in starting XI Ayala (lower body) is in the starting lineup in Saturday's trip to Dallas.

Impact Ayala missed the last Leagues Cup game as a precaution, so he could be fit enough for significant playing time in the weekend's match. As a defensive midfielder, he's usually active in passing duties while racking up tackles and clearances, though he has also scored twice and assisted once this year. His presence means that both Diego Chara and Joao Ortiz will be relegated to the bench for now.

AUGUST 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Left out as precaution Ayala suffered a lower-body injury in the game against Queretaro and was left out as a precaution for Wednesday's clash against Club America in the Leagues Cup, according to Jeremy...

Impact Ayala was left out of the squad in Wednesday's defeat against Club America in the Leagues Cup as a precaution after picking up a lower-body injury in their last contest. The midfielder will likely be assessed in the coming days to determine his availability for the upcoming fixtures. If he has to miss time, veteran Diego Chara is expected to see increased playing time in the midfield.

AUGUST 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Marcel Hartel scores 2 goals, St. Louis City beats Timbers 2-1

Marcel Hartel scored two goals — the 29-year-old’s first career multi-goal game in MLS — to help St. Louis City beat the Portland Timbers 2-1 on Sunday night to snap a three-game l...

JULY 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Bags winning goal Ayala scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 victory against St. Louis City SC.

Impact Ayala was the hero of Sunday's match as he scored a winning goal in the 92nd minute of the contest. This marks his second goal of the season, with his last coming April 3rd, where he also notched an assist. This accounts for all three goal contributions this season, with two goals and an assist in 16 appearances.

JUNE 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

David Ayala scores in stoppage time to give Timbers 2-1 win over St. Louis

David Ayala scored in stoppage time to give the Timbers a 2-1 victory over St. Louis City, extending Portland’s unbeaten streak at home to eight games

JUNE 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Portland rides Kelsy goal to end two-game skid and Timbers beat Colorado 2-1

Kevin Kelsy scored at 76 minutes and Portland took advantage of a Colorado red card and rallied for a 2-1 win against the Timbers

MAY 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Active in defeat Ayala generated two crosses (zero accurate) and five tackles in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus Orlando City.

Impact Ayala led the visitors with 82 passes, although the team's high possession was not enough for them to score against Orlando. The holding midfielder also posted five tackles and three interceptions, both of which represent his second-highest figures over 14 appearances this year. He's expected to remain a ball retriever and distributor with little attacking upside from his current role.

MAY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Kelsy scores in each half to lead Timbers to 4-2 victory over Sporting KC

Kevin Kelsy scored in each half as the Portland Timbers upped their unbeaten streak to five with a 4-2 victory over Sporting Kansas City

APRIL 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Engine in midfield Ayala recorded two shots (zero on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 win against Austin FC.

Impact Ayala was all over the place for Portland in their victory over Austin on Saturday. In 82 minutes played, the Argentinian played six passes into the final third, completed all four of his long ball passes, won five of his six duels, and made two interceptions. Ayala has yet to record a goal contribution this MLS season, but it has only been two games. He will have a chance to open his account this Sunday against Nashville FC.

MARCH 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to go for full season Ayala (undisclosed) won't have any games restrictions in 2025 and is fully fit to start the season against Vancouver on Saturday, according to Timbers reporter Adam Susman.

Impact Ayala started in 20 of his 31 appearances in 2024, racking up one goal, one assist, 56 tackles, 37 interceptions, 36 clearances and 17 chances created. He should be a regular for the Timbers once again in 2025.

FEBRUARY 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks up play effectively Ayala generated six tackles (two won), one clearance and one interception in Sunday's 0-0 draw versus FC Dallas.

Impact Ayala set the tone for the cagey 0 - 0 draw between Portland and Dallas. The young Argentinian midfielder made it a point to disrupt the game's rhythm by attempting a personal season-high and team-high six tackles (two won). He also made one interception and one clearance. Ayala's 29 appearances and 19 starts each represent new career-high marks for the young midfielder.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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