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Signs contract extension Diaz has secured an extension of his contract with Minnesota United through the 2030/31 season, with an option for 2031/32, the club announced Thursday.

Impact Diaz's link with Minnesota is now guaranteed for the next five years, reflecting the confidence the team has placed in one of its most consistent defenders. He's currently expected to retain a starting role throughout the 2026 campaign, where he has already made 19 MLS appearances, delivering one assist and racking up 71 clearances, 30 tackles and 20 interceptions in that span.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Notches four crosses Diaz had four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-1 loss to Atlanta United.

Impact Diaz started in the defense Wednesday but still helped out in the attack a bit, notching one chance created and four crosses in the loss. He would also add two tackles and three clearances in the defense, although it was not enough to stop Atlanta. He remains an everyday starter, earning 17 starts in 18 appearances.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Substitute option Wednesday Diaz (lower body) is on the bench for Wednesday's matchup against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Diaz suffered a minor scare prior to this game, though it will prevent him from seeing significant minutes while all of Morris Duggan, Devin Padelford and Michael Boxall start in center-back spots. The Colombian, who has made 13 starts in the current MLS campaign, will aim to return to his usual workload in subsequent weeks, offering an option in both central and right-sided positions.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Late decision due to injury Diaz's participation in Wednesday's game versus Sporting Kansas City is in doubt as he recovers from a lower extremity issue, according to the MLS Player Status Report.

Impact Diaz is regular defensive asset for Minnesota, and his questionable designation adds a huge concern to the Loons' week 17 plans. If he can play, Minnesota's defense will likely be made up of Morris Duggan, Devin Padelford and Michael Boxall.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Back from ban Diaz has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the clash with Salt Lake on Saturday.

Impact Diaz will return for the final match before the World Cup break, having served a suspension vs New England. He is expected to return to center back, making 51 clearances with 23 tackles and 15 interceptions in 12 matches.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Diaz will serve a one-match ban due to an accumulation of five yellow cards in the MLS.

Impact Diaz picked up his fifth yellow card in the MLS and will serve a one-match suspension for Saturday's clash against New England. The defender has been an undisputed starter in the back line for Minnesota this season, therefore his absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Nicolas Romero expected to start in his place for that game.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Yeboah scores 2 goals, Markanich adds 1 goal and 1 assist as Minnesota beats Crew 3-2

Kelvin Yeboah scored two goals, Anthony Markanich added a goal and an assist, and Minnesota United rallied from a two-goal deficit to beat the Columbus Crew 3-2

MAY 3 • Associated Press

First assist of season Diaz had an assist with his lone chance created while blocking a shot and making five tackles (winning all five) during Saturday's 2-0 win over Portland.

Impact Diaz set up Tomas Chancalay in the 16th minute assisting the opening goal of the match while leading Minnesota in blocks. The assist was the first goal involvement this season for Diaz as he's combined for seven tackles, two interceptions and 10 clearances over his last three appearances.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Chancalay and Yeboah score goals, Minnesota beats Timbers 2-0

Tomás Chancalay scored his first goal of the season and added an assist, Kelvin Yeboah had a goal for the second consecutive game, and Minnesota United beat the Portland Timbers 2-...

APRIL 19 • Associated Press

Three shots Sunday Diaz registered three shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 6-0 loss to Vancouver Whitecaps FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 49th minute.

Impact Diaz set season highs in shots (three) and shots on target (two) Sunday, but it was not nearly enough to overcome the awful defensive performance by the team. Diaz and the defenders conceded a season-high six goals Sunday, a very concerning performance albeit against a red-hot Vancouver side. Diaz finished the match with three clearances, two interceptions and one tackle in his full 90 minutes of action.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Saturday Diaz generated six clearancesand one interception in Saturday's 1-0 victory over FC Cincinnati. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 96th minute.

Impact Diaz made his first start of the season Saturday and he marked the occasion with a clean sheet. He contributed six clearances, one interception and one blocked shot in his full 90 minutes of action. He'll look to keep the momentum going Saturday at Nashville.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

First MLS goal Diaz scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 (10-9) penalty shootout win over Seattle Sounders FC. In a...

Impact Diaz's header gave Minnesota their second goal Saturday as they earned a hard-fought 3-3 (10-9) victory over Seattle. In additon to his timely goal, the defender contributed one tackle (one won), three interceptions and four clearances to the defensive effort across his 84 minutes of play. Over 30 appearances (27 starts), the defender has set new career-best marks in a single MLS season for appearances, starts, goals, assists, tackles, interceptions, clearances and blocks.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair scores winner in PK shootout as Minnesota United eliminates Sounders

Dayne St. Clair scored and Andrew Thomas hit the crossbar in a penalty-kick shootout that was decided by the goalkeepers in the 11th round, and Minnesota United staged a short-hand...

NOVEMBER 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Three shots Diaz had three shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Colorado Rapids.

Impact Diaz set a season high with three shots in the match. However, he has not had a shot on target in 10 consecutive games. Nonetheless, he gave a solid defensive effort with two interceptions, and he racked up over 25 completed passes for the ninth time in 25 appearances this season.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up one of two goals Diaz had an assist while creating two chances and making four clearances during Saturday's 2-2 draw with New York Red Bull.

Impact Diaz set up Anthony Markanich in the 45th minute assisting Minnesota's second goal while leading the team with two chances created. The assist was the first since May for the defender as he's combined for two shots, four tackles and 12 clearances over his lats three appearances.

JUNE 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts against Houston Diaz (back) is in the starting XI for the midweek matchup versus Houston Dynamo.

Impact Diaz returned to training earlier in the week and retained his center-back spot for the third consecutive game. His inclusion in Wednesday's clash leaves Carlos Harvey on the bench this time. If he's fit enough for a 90-minute performance, the Colombian could deliver close to his average of 3.4 clearances per game.

MAY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Trains fully Diaz (back) was involved in full training ahead of Wednesday's match against Houston and appears to be an option, accoridng to Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press.

Impact Diaz looks to be on the mend and in for a return Wednesday, as the defender was able to train fully following his back injury Saturday. This will be something to monitor for the club after he started in their past two outings and eight of their matches this campaign. He will likely still need to pass some testing, with Carlos Harvey as a possible replacement if left on the bench or out.

MAY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Injures back Diaz was injured and subbed out in the 57th minute of Saturday's 4-1 victory against Inter Miami CF. Per Andy Greder of the Pioneer Press, he was forced off after landing on his ba...

Impact Diaz had to come off in the 57th minute after injuring his back against Miami. He's started the last seven MLS games played, logging in 31 clearances with 10 crosses and two assists in that span.

MAY 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in win Diaz assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-0 win against Austin FC.

Impact Diaz notched his second assist of the season as he helped extend the lead in the 35th minute of the match. Defensively he did a good job as he registered six clearances, helping them secure their sixth clean sheet of the season.

MAY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on Saturday Diaz assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 victory over Real Salt Lake.

Impact Diaz set up the opener for Tani Oluwaseyi in the 30th minute with a pinpoint cross. Diaz also contributed defensively with four clearances, four tackles and an interception. He has started three games and appeared off the bench twice.

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota United FC rides Oluwaseyi's two goals in 2-0 victory over Real Salt Lake

Tani Oluwaseyi scored two goals and Minnesota United FC beat Real Salt Lake 2-0 and wrapped up the month without a loss

MARCH 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Jefferson Diaz scores the decisive goal in a 5-4 shootout as Minnesota beats RSL in MLS playoffs

Jefferson Diaz scored the decisive goal in a 5-4 shootout after Minnesota and Real Salt Lake played to a scoreless draw in regulation, and United beat RSL in the first game of a be...

OCTOBER 30, 2024 • Associated Press

Plays full 90 vs. Colorado Diaz (undisclosed) started and went the full 90 in Saturday's 3-0 win over Colorado.

Impact Diaz had left the 2-0 win over Sporting Kansas City with some discomfort, but the center-back was healthy enough to play the entire match and not miss a single game. Diaz has racked up 12 clearances, nine tackles and four interceptions across his last four league starts.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Off injured Diaz was injured and subbed out in the 78th minute of Saturday's 2-0 victory against Sporting Kansas City. According to head coach Eric Ramsay, "I hope it's nothing significant" pe...

Impact Diaz was not able to continue in the match Saturday following an injury picked up against Kansas City. He is set for further assessment to find out the severity of the issue. Since signing to MLS, Diaz has started all give games played, recording eight clearances, nine tackles (seven won) and six interceptions.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Yeboah scores 2 goals, Markanich adds 1 goal and 1 assist as Minnesota beats Crew 3-2

Chancalay and Yeboah score goals, Minnesota beats Timbers 2-0

Goalkeeper Dayne St. Clair scores winner in PK shootout as Minnesota United eliminates Sounders

Minnesota United FC rides Oluwaseyi's two goals in 2-0 victory over Real Salt Lake

Jefferson Diaz scores the decisive goal in a 5-4 shootout as Minnesota beats RSL in MLS playoffs