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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

Starting Wednesday Ayala (lower body) is in the starting XI to face Austin on Wednesday.

Impact Ayala has regained his place in a two-man defensive midfield alongside Diego Chara. Therefore, the Argentinian will be reliable for his season averages of 24.3 accurate passes, 1.7 tackles and 1.1 clearances per game. He has also scored one goal and an assist over his last 16 league games.

OCTOBER 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Misses out Saturday Ayala (lower body) was not an option for Saturday's 1-1 draw to Vancouver.

Impact Ayala was a late call out of the squad sheet after dealing with a lower body injury. He had scored once while totaling 12 interceptions, nine tackles and six clearances in the last five MLS games. Eryk Williamson too his spot in the defensive midfield and could get the call again if Ayala is still injured.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores from set piece move Ayala scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Colorado Rapids.

Impact Ayala scored his side's only goal from a well-worked set-piece move where Miguel Araujo headed the ball on. This was Ayala's first goal for Portland in the MLS across his three seasons.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Back in Leagues Cup Ayala (leg) returned during Sunday's Leagues Cup clash with Leon.

Impact Ayala got back on the pitch for Sunday's Leagues Cup match after overcoming a leg injury. The midfielder offers more competition in the starting XI, though more often than not he will end up as a bench option.

JULY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Ayala (leg) is out for Saturday's match against the Galaxy.

Impact Ayala will not compete Saturday, with the midfielder held out due to a recurring leg issue. This is a bit surprising after he appeared off the bench in the club's last match despite holding the same injury going into the match, appearing to possibly have further injured himself in his short 15 minutes of play. He has started in six of their past seven matches, so this will force a change, with Eryk Williamson or Cristian Parades likely to take his spot.

JULY 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench versus Real Salt Lake Ayala (leg) is available as a substitute option in Saturday's game against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Ayala has yet to complete a 90-minute performance this season but has been a consistent defensive contributor lately. While he may be limited from a substitute role, the midfielder could be a decent source of passes and tackles if he gets some minutes in either Diego Chara's or Eryk Williamson's place.

JULY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Earns questionable tag Ayala (leg) is questionable for Saturday's clash with Salt Lake, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Ayala picked up a questionable tag for Saturday's clash after coming off at half time last time out. The defensive midfielder has often been subbed off so it's possible he's just dealing with some standard wear-and-tear. Still his status is worth watching ahead of Saturday's match.

JULY 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in loss Ayala assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Minnesota United.

Impact Ayala assisted the opening goal of Saturday's match as he set up Jonathan Rodriguez's goal in the 17th minute. It came on the only chance he created in the match and it marked his first goal contribution of the season. He had a productive match defensively too as he won three tackles, intercepted one pass, made six clearances and blocked one shot. He was subbed off in the 69th minute for Antony.

MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Withdrawn due to injury Ayala was substituted with an undisclosed injury in Sunday's 3-3 draw with Kansas City.

Impact Ayala was making his first start of the season and was taken off in the 54th minute. His replacement, Diego Chara, could be in line to start against Los Angeles on Saturday if Ayala fails to recover.

APRIL 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays second half in friendly Ayala (knee) played the second half during Jan 27 1-0 preseason win over the Phoenix Rising.

Impact Ayala made his return to the pitch after tearing his ACL back in May of last year. Since joining the side in 2022, he's totaled 11 starts in 25 appearances, totaling 34 tackles (17 won), 19 interceptions and 16 clearances. With the midfielder just returning from almost a year absence, he is not expected to jump the starting XI right as he will likely remain a bench option to open the 2024 campaign.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Timbers M David Ayala (torn ACL) out for season Portland Timbers midfielder David Ayala will have season-ending surgery to repair a torn ACL, the team confirmed Tuesday.

MAY 2, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Timbers M David Ayala (torn ACL) out for season Portland Timbers midfielder David Ayala will have season-ending surgery to repair a torn ACL, the team confirmed Tuesday.

MAY 2, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Torn ACL confirmed Ayala will undergo a season-ending surgery next week to repair a torn ACL he suffered in the win over St. Louis last weekend, Portland announced Tuesday.

Impact Ayala missed the first month of the season with a knee injury and he returned to make four MLS appearances (three starts) in the Timbers' midfield before suffering this torn ACL last weekend. The 20-year-old's sophomore campaign with the club is over now as he joins Eryk Williamson (knee) in the recovery room.

MAY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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

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

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

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