Liel Abada - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Expected to be available Saturday Abada (not injury related) is expected to be available for Saturday's match against FC Dallas, according to manager Dean Smith per Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ.

Impact Smith revealed there are no absences for Charlotte ahead of Saturday's contest against Dallas outside of the known ones of Tim Ream (suspension) and Archie Goodwin (knee). Abada should return to the starting lineup right away, as the prolific striker has notched five goals and five assists across 20 appearances (14 starts) with Charlotte this season.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Will represent Isreal Abada has been called up by Isreal for the four matches during the September-October international break and will therefore miss Saturday's clash against Chicago.

Impact Abada has been an undisputed starter on the right wing for Charlotte this season, scoring five goals and assisting five times as well, but will miss the match against Chicago on Saturday due to the call up. He should return in time to face Dallas on October 10. With both Rodolfo Aloko and Abada ruled out, coach Dean Smith will have to find solutions for his right wing against Chicago.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Fully trains Wednesday Abada (undisclosed) is back in full training Wednesday ahead of Saturday's match against D.C. United, according to Will Palaszczuk.

Impact Abada was back in training this week after some worries of an injury, as the forward seems to have only suffered a minor injury in Saturday's draw. That said, he should remain an option moving forward for his club, unlikely to miss any time. He has started in 13 of his 19 appearances this season while bagging five goals and five assists, a regular starter for the club as of late.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Equalizes on Saturday Abada (undisclosed) scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-3 draw against FC Cincinnati. He was injured and subbed out in the 44th minute.

Impact Abada equalized in the seventh minute from close range and also made 10 passes before suffering a first half injury and being replaced by Rodolfo Aloko. Abada has performed really good recently, accumulating six goal contributions in the last seven games and has recorded 10 goal contributions for the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 14 • ROTOWIRE

Denkey scores 2 goals, Bucha adds another for Cincinnati in 3-3 tie with Charlotte

Kevin Denkey scored his second goal of the game in stoppage time for FC Cincinnati in a 3-3 tie with Charlotte FC

SEPTEMBER 13 • Associated Press

Scores, suffers injury Saturday Abada scored a goal but limped off the field after taking a knock in the first half of Saturday's match against Cincinnati.

Impact Abada seemed to pick up an injury in the final moments of the first half Saturday, having notched his fifth goal of the season earlier in the match. This incident makes him questionable for upcoming contests, yet the nature and severity of his injury are still unknown. Abada is a regular offensive contributor, and his exclusion from future action would limit the team's ability on the right flank, where youngster Rodolfo Aloko offers the natural replacement option.

SEPTEMBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

Idan Toklomati's late winner gives Charlotte a 2-1 victory over Montreal

Idan Toklomati scored a go-ahead goal in the 81st minute to give Charlotte a 2-1 victory over Montreal

SEPTEMBER 10 • Associated Press

Scores again Abada scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 2-1 win against CF Montreal.

Impact Before and after the World Cup has been night and day for Abada, who has been on a tear post-tournament. After logging two G/A pre-tourney, he has followed up with seven G/A via four goals and three assists on 18 shots and seven chances created across nine appearances.

SEPTEMBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Finds back of net Abada scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and two crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Atlanta United.

Impact Abada was back in the starting XI Saturday after a bench role in his last outing, with the forward putting his time to good use by scoring a 48th-minute goal. This comes as a fourth straight match with a goal contribution for the attacker, with two goals and two assists during that span. He now has three goals and five assists this campaign, with six of his goal contributions occurring since the restart of action following the World Cup.

AUGUST 30 • ROTOWIRE

Idan Toklomati and Liel Abada score goals, Charlotte beats Atlanta 2-0

Idan Toklomati and Liel Abada each scored a goal, Kristijan Kahlina had three saves, and Charlotte FC beat Atlanta United 2-0

AUGUST 30 • Associated Press

Logs assist off bench in win Abada made an assist after coming off the bench during Saturday's 3-1 win over D.C. United.

Impact Abada was brought off the bench for the first time since the midseason break but was still able to appear on the scoresheet as he assisted Pep Biel for the goal that sealed the 3-1 win in the 77th minute. That's now two goals and three assists over the last six appearances for the forward, who keeps delivering every time he gets playing time.

AUGUST 25 • ROTOWIRE

Assists Wednesday Abada assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-3 draw versus Toronto FC.

Impact Abada created a pair of chances and earned a single assist during Wednesday's draw. It was an all-offense affair throughout the match and Abada got involved, though he couldn't finish any of his chances in front of goal. Abada will play a big role in the attacking moving forward both as a creator and finisher.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Converts penalty Saturday Abada scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 win over Columbus Crew.

Impact Abada converted a penalty in the 9th minute Saturday, giving his side a 2-0 lead inside 10 minutes. It was one of two shots he took in the match. He now has three goal contributions in four matches since the World Cup break, an impressive run of form for the forward. He'll look to keep that momentum going Wednesday at Toronto.

AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE

Brandt Bronico, Pep Biel propel Charlotte to 3-1 victory over Columbus

Brandt Bronico scored in the first minute and Pep Biel had a goal contribution in a sixth straight match to spark Charlotte FC to a 3-1 victory over the Columbus Crew

AUGUST 16 • Associated Press

Assists with lone chance created Abada had an assist with his lone chance created during Saturday's 2-0 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Abada set up Pep Biel after just seven minutes to assist the opening goal of the match. After not having a goal involvement since March, Abada has a goal and an assist in back to back starts to go along with three shots and two chances created over that stretch.

JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Biel and Westwood each score a goal, Kahlina has 5 saves; Charlotte beats Red Bulls 2-0

All-Stars Pep Biel and Ashley Westwood scored goals in the opening minutes, Kristijan Kahlina had five saves, and Charlotte FC beat the New York Red Bulls 2-0

JULY 26 • Associated Press

Scores goal Abada scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Atlanta.

Impact Abada would give Charlotte their second goal of the match before Atlanta's eventual comeback, with the forward finding the back of the net in the 45th minute. This marks his first goal of the season, also with three assists in his 10 appearances (five starts). He went unused in their previous three games, so he will hope this means more time in the future after the exit of Wilfried Zaha.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Elías Báez and Miguel Almirón rally Atlanta United to 2-2 draw with Charlotte

Rookie defender Elías Báez and Miguel Almirón scored second-half goals and Atlanta United rallied for a 2-2 draw with Charlotte FC

JULY 23 • Associated Press

Scores goal in draw Abada scored once before being forced off in the 63rd minute of Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Atlanta due to fatigue rather than injury, according to manager Dean Smith, per TopBin9...

Impact Abada's goal came off a header from a Pep Biel cross to double Charlotte's lead in the first half, part of a strong showing that also saw him named among the top shot on target props heading into the match. His removal was purely precautionary given tired legs, and with no injury concern, he should be available without restriction for Charlotte's next fixture against NYRB on Saturday.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal on Saturday Abada assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 win against Austin FC. In addition, he was given a y...

Impact Abada started the game on the right flank and assisted Pep Biel in the 68th minute for Charlotte's second goal. Abada has featured twice and this was his first goal contribution of the campaign.

MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE

Biel scores 2 goals, Toklomati adds another to help Charlotte beat 10-man Austin 3-1

Pep Biel scored two goals, Idan Toklomati added his first of the season, and Charlotte FC beat short-handed Austin FC 3-1

MARCH 8 • Associated Press

Rotational role for 2025 Abada made 18 starts in 34 appearances, including the playoffs, during the 2025 season.

Impact Abada had a rotational role in the attack in 2025, starting just over 50 percent of his games. He recorded five goals and one assist, while creating 27 chances, completing 31 crosses, and making 29 tackles. He primarily served as a backup for Wilfred Zaha, which is reflected in his reduced goal contributions and playing time this year.

NOVEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Earns start in playoffs Abada had one shot (zero on goal) in Tuesday's 1-0 loss to New York City FC.

Impact Abada got the start for the first time since Aug 10, recording just a shot vs NYCFC. This was mainly due to the suspension to Wilfred Zaha, who is expected to return to the starting XI for Charlotte Saturday.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Creates chance Abada had three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 victory over FC Cincinnati.

Impact Abada created one chance and sent in three crosses, but was unable to get on the scoresheet in a tightly-contested match. The forward has plenty of upside, but has been playing on the left side of the midfield, which limits his goal chances in some matches. Abada remains a strong attacking option in any formation moving forward.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available as substitute Saturday Abada (thigh) is on the bench for Saturday's contest against Toronto.

Impact Abada completed his recovery from a slight injury prior to this match and could be used as Kerwin Vargas' replacement at some point. Abada has recently struggled to become a consistent starter but can usually generate a few shots and chances created. In terms of direct contributions, he has scored five goals and delivered one assist in 22 games played this year.

JULY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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