LIEL ABADA NEWS

Provides assist off bench Abada assisted once to go with one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 (5-2) penalty shootout defeat to Orlando City SC.

Impact Abada came off the bench in the 72nd minute of the match, but managed to make an impact as he helped open up the scoring in the 81st minute by registering an assist. His assist occurred as he sent a cross that found Liel Abada in the box.

NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE

Solid in playoff loss Abada registered four shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Orlando City SC.

Impact Abada put up decent numbers Sunday, but it was not enough to avoid the loss in Game 1 of the first round. He recorded four shots for the sixth time this season but only put one on target. He also recorded four crosses for the fourth time this season. He added one tackle before he was subbed off in the 77th minute for Kerwin Vargas.

OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off bench Abada scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-0 win versus D.C. United.

Impact Abada was one of several players temporarily demoted from Charlotte FC's starting XI as a preservation method for the upcoming MLS Cup Playoffs. He will finish Charlotte FC's 2024 regular season with seven goals and one assist across 24 appearances (20 starts). Abada has been on a tear as of late, accumulating three of the seven goals across his last five games.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Scores crucial goal in 4-3 win Abada scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Wednesday's 4-3 victory over Chicago Fire. In addition, he was give...

Impact Abada scored his side's fourth goal, which was crucial, as the game ended 4-3. This was his second goal in three games and his sixth of the season. The winger has created at least one chance in all but two of his last 14 matches, and in the same period has taken a shot in all but two games.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in one sided win Abada scored a goal while taking five shots (three on goal), crossing three times inaccurately and creating a chance during Saturday's 4-0 win over New England.

Impact Abada found the back of the net in the 39th minute scoring the opening goal of the match while leading Charlotte with five shots. The goal was the first since July for Abada who has combined for seven shots, two chances created and six crosses over his last three appearances.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in road win Abada scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 win versus FC Cincinnati.

Impact Abada scored in the 22nd minute to double Charlotte's lead with his fourth goal in the campaign. The forward his eighth start in a row and 12th in 14 appearances so far. He also led his side with a season-high four shots during the match.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable finish to June Abada logged two shots (two on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and three chances created during Charlotte FC's 1-0 loss Saturday at Houston.

Impact Abada was Charlotte FC's only player to log multiple in several categories like shots on goal, accurate crosses and created chances. June was an excellent month for the attacking footballer, who logged two goals and one assist on 15 shots (eight on goal) and eight chances created across five appearances. With this month being Abada's best since joining Charlotte, the team is hoping his recent form will be a sign of what comes in coming months.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Delivers assist on Saturday Abada made an assist, had six shots (two on target) and created three chances during Saturday's 2-0 win over Philadelphia.

Impact Abada had one of his best showings of the year here, being his team's main initiator on offense while also posting a season high in shots attempted. The winger capped his performance with an assist for Patrick Agyemang's second goal just after the hour mark, which was his first of the year. Now fully recovered from an injury suffered in his fifth game with Charlotte, Abada finally appears to be closer to the player fans expect him to be after he was brought from Celtic back in March.

JUNE 25 • ROTOWIRE

Abada leads Charlotte FC against D.C. United

Liel Abada leads Charlotte FC into a matchup with D.C

JUNE 14 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Buries two in third game back Abada scored two goals to go with four shots (two on goal) and three crosses (one accurate) in Sunday's 3-2 victory against Atlanta United.

Impact Abada shined in his second consecutive start and third appearance since returning from a four-game absence. This marked the first time that he scored more than once in a match this season, while he also fired a season-high four shots in the victory. Aside from the scoring, Abada played 81 minutes, which marks a high since his return to action.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Abada's brace helps Charlotte FC edge Atlanta United Liel Abada scored twice to help visiting Charlotte FC to a 3-2 win against Atlanta United on Sunday.Charlotte (7-6-4, 25 points) had been wi...

JUNE 3 • SACBEE.COM

Liel Abada's brace helps Charlotte FC edge Atlanta United Liel Abada scored twice to help visiting Charlotte FC to a 3-2 win against Atlanta United on Sunday.Charlotte (7-6-4, 25 points) had been wi...

JUNE 2 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Could start Wednesday Abada is "in contention to start" against New York Red Bulls on Wednesday, according to manager Dean Smith, per Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ.

Impact Abada made his return to the team sheet in the club's last game after a four-match absence due to injury, only earning 10 minutes off the bench. However, he may now be fit enough to gain the start Wednesday. The club will hope this can come to fruition, as when healthy, he is a regular starter for the team.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to be available Abada (thigh) trained with the full group Friday and is expected to be available for Saturday's clash against Philadelphia, Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ reports.

Impact Ababa continues to work his way back from a nagging thigh problem, but all signs point to him being available for selection Saturday against Philadelphia. Abada has one goal and seven shots (three on target) across five appearances (four starts) this season.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

With full group Abada (thigh) is back with the group in training ahead of Saturday's match versus Philadelphia, per Will Palaszczuk of the WFNZ.

Impact Abada had missed the last four matches with a thigh injury and was seen back on the grass with the group for the first time. He is still a heavy doubt to return for Saturday, though of ruled fit the forward will likely start on the bench. This means that Tyler Smalls is set to start Saturday, with Brecht Dejaegere serving a suspension.

MAY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Set to miss few weeks Abada (thigh) is ruled out to face Nashville on Saturday, Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ reports. Manager Dean Smith revealed the team hopes Abada can be available to face the Red Bulls o...

Impact Abada made four straight starts before missing the clash against Portland this past weekend, and it'll be a while before the speedy winger can return to action with Charlotte. Based on Smith's timeline, he'd miss four more games before being able to return to action. On the season, Abada has one goal, seven shots and 17 crosses in five appearances (four starts).

MAY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Trains separate from group Abada (thigh) is training away from the team Wedensday ahead of Saturday's match versus Nashville, per the TopBin90.

Impact Abada had to be left out of the clash with Portland with a thigh injury. He is only training individually, leaving him a heavy doubt for the weekend. If this is the case, then Patrick Agyemang will likely get another shot to start in the attack, having scored two goals in 10 appearances.

MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with thigh issues Abada is in question for Saturday's match against Portland due to a thigh problem, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Abada looks to be a game-time call for Saturday after picking up a thigh issue mid-week. This could be an issue for the club, as he has started in their past four matches, with Patrick Agyemang being his likely replacement if not an option. However, they will still hope he can play, likely grabbing the start if this is the case.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

11 crosses in loss Abada had one shot (zero on goal), 11 crosses (one accurate) and 10 corners in Sunday's 3-0 loss to Minnesota United.

Impact Abada shattered his previous season highs Sunday with 11 crosses and 10 corners. Despite all that volume he only recorded one accurate cross and did not create a single chance. He also took one off-target shot and won two tackles in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over Toronto Abada scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 3-2 win versus Toronto FC. In addition, he was given a yellow...

Impact Abada bagged his first goal of the season, and the strike couldn't have come at a better time for him, as he scored when the game was 1-1 midway through the second half and following a defensive mistake. Abada is expected to remain in the starting lineup as long as he remains healthy for Charlotte, and he should be a massive threat upfront due to his pace and keen eye for goal.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

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APRIL 14 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Available for selection Abada is available for Saturday's clash with Cincinnati, manager Dean Smith told reporters.

Impact Abada has been out with his international team and getting ready to join the club but he landed in Charlotte and got in training Thursday. The forward likely won't be handed a start during Saturday's clash but he is immediately available for the match in some capacity.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE