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Portland Timbers sign forward Vincent Janssen | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing The Portland Timbers have signed forward Vincent Janssen, the club announced Wednesday. The 32-year-old Dut...

16 HOURS AGO • MLSSOCCER.COM

Vincent Janssen - Joining Portland as free agent Janssen completed a permanent transfer to Portland Timbers on Wednesday on a two-year deal until the end of the 2027/28 MLS season.

Impact Janssen joins the Timbers on a free transfer after a four-year stint at Royal Antwerp in Belgium. He'll add some much-needed depth in the attack following the departure of Felipe Mora, who will join Atletico San Luis in Liga MX in the coming days. Janssen has made 454 professional appearances in his career, scoring 165 goals and providing 61 assists.

22 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Juan Mosquera - Undergoes successful surgery Mosquera underwent successful surgery on his left ankle and knee, the club announced Wednesday. He will miss the rest of the 2026 MLS season.

Impact The ankle procedure was an insertional achilles tendon debridement, and the knee procedure was a proximal patellar tendon debridement, per the team's press release. As a result, Mosquera not only wil miss the rest of the season, but he would be looking at a return to play around April or May next year, with a recovery timeline estimated around eight to 10 months. The full-back finishes the 2026 MLS season with just three appearances (one start) and 68 minutes of playing time.

23 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Ariel Lassister - Assists from corner Lassiter assisted once to go with seven crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Real Salt Lake.

Impact Lassiter delivered seven crosses and took two corners with one of them headed in by Felipe Mora to earn him an assist on the night. The player has made three consecutive starts under interim coach Jack Cassidy after managing only one prior to his appointment, and across those three games he has been a consistent wide presence, delivering 20 crosses, creating four chances and registering one shot.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

David Pereira Da Costa - Creates season high five chances David Da Costa registered two shots (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 win over Real Salt Lake.

Impact Da Costa topped his side's chances created chart alongside Kristofer Velde with a season high five and did so without taking a single corner, but a second straight game without a goal contribution will be a source of frustration. Across those two outings he has generated eight chances, delivered six crosses and registered three shots, the numbers of a player who has been unlucky not to have more to show for his creative efforts.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

James Pantemis - Concedes once in win Pantemis registered one save and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Real Salt Lake.

Impact Pantemis conceded once and made a single save inside the opening 20 minutes before the opposition's early red card reduced his involvement for the remainder of the game. The comfortable evening between the sticks did little to solve a growing concern however as his clean sheet drought now stretches to six consecutive games, with just one shutout to his name in MLS this season. His next opportunity to break that run comes on Saturday against Seattle Sounders.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cole Bassett - Hits woodwork Saturday Bassett recorded three shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Real Salt Lake. In addition, he was given a yellow...

Impact Bassett had a difficult time in duels, winning only one of 10, but remained a threat going forward with three shots and one chance created. His luck continues to desert him however with one of those efforts hitting the woodwork for the second straight game. Across his last three outings the midfielder has taken seven shots and created four chances while finding the net once.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kristoffer Velde - Back-to-back assists Velde assisted once to go with seven shots (two on goal), 17 crosses (four accurate) and 10 corners in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Real Salt Lake.

Impact Velde delivered his most threatening performance of the season, leading his side with a season-high seven shots while also seeing a goal disallowed. He matched David Da Costa atop the creative charts with five chances created and added a season-high 17 crosses. His only official goal contribution came from one of his 10 corners, which was converted by Felipe Mora. It continues a bright start to the post-World Cup period for Velde, who has now registered back-to-back assists while totaling 10 shots and seven chances created across those two matches.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Felipe Mora - Brace in sendoff game Mora scored two goals to go with four shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Real Salt Lake.

Impact Mora bid farewell to Portland in the best way imaginable, coming on for injured Kevin Kelsy in the starting XI and delivering a second half brace, both goals coming from headed corner kicks, to complete a 2-1 comeback win over Real Salt Lake. It capped a memorable final week for the Chilean forward, who also produced a stoppage time equalizer off the bench in his previous outing. Over seven seasons in Portland, Mora established himself as one of the most productive attackers in club history, tallying 48 goals and 20 assists in 145 MLS appearances. He is set to return to Liga MX with Atletico San Luis.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Omir Fernandez - Trains fully, appears for Timbers 2 Fernandez (foot) came off the bench in the 67th minute vs Real Monarchs in the MLS Next Pro. He has also been training fully with the senior team, per Jeremy Peterman of Cascadia F...

Impact Fernandez made his first appearance on the pitch in 2026 after recovering from foot surgery. He's easing back in with the reserves while continuing to train regularly with the senior squad. His progress suggests a strong chance of returning to full action within the next week or two.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Portland Timbers vs. Real Salt Lake | Full Match Highlights | Felipe Mora FAREWELL BRACE!!

4 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

Felipe Mora - Scores in draw Mora scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus FC Dallas.

Impact Mora made an immediate impact, finishing inside the box just nine minutes after coming on as a substitute. He has found it difficult to earn consistent minutes this season, starting just four of his 12 appearances and accumulating 373 minutes of action. His impact off the bench leaves his starting role for the next fixture uncertain, though if he does feature against Salt Lake, who sit fourth in the Western Conference standings, it will be a difficult test to build on the momentum.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kristoffer Velde - Assists in draw Velde assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), nine crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against FC Dallas.

Impact Velde made an immediate impact after coming on in the 55th minute, driving down the left flank to set up Felipe Mora for a finish inside the box. His two chances created in limited time reflect the kind of influence he has shown throughout the season, where his 38 shots and 27 chances created across 15 matches have translated into four goals and two assists. If he starts their next fixture against Salt Lake, who sit fourth in the Western Conference standings, it will be a difficult test to build on his current form.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

James Pantemis - Concedes two in draw Pantemis had one save and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against FC Dallas.

Impact Pantemis has continued to struggle this season, conceding 31 goals across 16 matches while recording just one clean sheet after facing 109 shots. The defense in front of him has offered little protection, compounding what has been a difficult campaign between the posts. His next fixture comes against Salt Lake, who sit fourth in the Western Conference standings, making it a challenging opportunity to turn things around.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Engel confident Real Salt Lake's attacking underperformance will not last Real Salt Lake visit the Portland Timbers on Saturday, as they look to apply pressure on the top sides in the Western Conference.

5 DAYS AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Felipe Mora - Leaving Timbers after RSL clash Mora will see his final game as a Portland Timbers player Saturday against Real Salt Lake, according to the team.

Impact Mora will depart as a big part of the Timbers' recent history after operating as one of their main attacking threats since his arrival from Liga MX side Pumas in 2020. With one more MLS game to play, the striker has registered 50 goals and 12 assists along with 255 shots (115 on goal) and 100 chances created across 158 appearances (96 starts) in the league competition. His next destination is yet to be confirmed, but unofficial reports point to a return to Mexico with Atletico San Luis.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Kelsy - Not playing Saturday Kelsy (knee) won't be available for Saturday's match against Real Salt Lake, according to interim manager Jack Cassidy.

Impact Kelsy exited the midweek draw against FC Dallas due to the injury, and while the severity of the injury hasn't been revealed yet, he won't be an option this weekend. Felipe Mora will get the start in his place.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake Prediction and Betting Tips | July 25th 2026 Portland Timbers and Real Salt Lake will battle for three points in MLS Western Conference League action on Saturday (July 25th). The game will be played at Providence Park.

6 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Portland Timbers vs. FC Dallas | Full Match Highlights | LATE DRAMA!

JULY 23 • YOUTUBE

Kevin Kelsy - Forced off after goal Kelsy scored once and was forced off with a knee issue in the 81st minute of Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Dallas, according to Adam Susman of The Timber Review.

Impact Kelsy was seen with an ice wrap on his knee after the match, a detail worth monitoring with Portland playing again in three days. If he is unable to go, Felipe Mora would likely see increased playing time up top in his absence, and further clarity on the severity of the issue should emerge as the club approaches its next fixture.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Martí Cifuentes named new coach of the Portland Timbers

The Portland Timbers have hired Martí Cifuentes as the team’s new head coach

JULY 21 • Associated Press

Cifuentes thrilled to take over at Timbers The Portland Timbers have hired former Queens Park Rangers and Leicester City boss Marti Cifuentes as Phil Neville's replacement.

JULY 21 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Kristoffer Velde - Option moving forward Velde (not injury related) is an option for Wednesday's match against Dallas after training ahead of the match, according to Adam Susman of the Timber Review.

Impact Velde was not with his team as they resumed MLS play following the World Cup break as he travled home for the birth of his child. This will clear the midfielder for play, only missing the one match as he prepares to face Dallas. He has recorded four goals and one assist in his 14 appearances (14 starts), likely to immediately reclaim his role in the attacking midfield.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Portland Timbers vs FC Dallas Prediction and Betting Tips | July 22nd 2026 Portland Timbers lock horns with FC Dallas on Wednesday as MLS action continues after a nearly two-month hiatus owing to the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America.

JULY 20 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Antony Alves Santos - Five shots in win Antony registered five shots (three on goal) and two chances created in Thursday's 5-1 win over Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Despite his side scoring five goals in the team's return to MLS play, Antony was held without a goal contribution. It was not for a lack of trying as he took a season-high five shots (three on target) and created multiple chances for the fourth time this season. He has just three goal contributions through 14 appearances this season, a fairly significant dip in production compared to last season. He'll look to find his groove Wednesday versus FC Dallas.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

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Martí Cifuentes named new coach of the Portland Timbers