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Cole Bassett - Doubtful for Dynamo match Bassett is a doubt for upcoming fixtures according to coach Phil Neville, Adam Susman of The Timber Review reports.

Impact Bassett was active in his first two appearances for the Timbers after transferring from Colorado Rapids, but he was absent during the third week against the Whitecaps due to an unknown reason. The midfielder will likely face a late decision while his availability status is assessed, with all of Joao Ortiz, Eric Izoita and a potentially fit-again Diego Chara (lower body) offering replacement options.

14 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

David Pereira Da Costa - Expected to return Da Costa (shoulder) will likely be back in the match squad for the week four game versus Houston Dynamo, Adam Susman of The Timber Review reports.

Impact Da Costa will aim to make his season debut, although perhaps he'll be used as a substitute given that he hasn't seen official action since November. The attacker scored four times and delivered six assists in MLS play last year, but he slowed down at the end of the season. He'll be in contention with Kristoffer Velde and Felipe Mora going forward.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Diego Chara - Should be back Saturday Chara (lower body) is expected to be an option for coach Phil Neville in the upcoming clash with Houston, Adam Susman of The Timber Review reports.

Impact Chara missed only one game after starting twice in defensive midfield at the beginning of the season, so he should have a decent chance to regain a significant role. In that case, he'll take either Joao Ortiz's or Eric Izoita's place in the lineup. Despite lacking offensive potential, Chara could be reliable for his averages of 53.0 accurate passes and 3.5 tackles per game.

15 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

James Pantemis - Concedes four goals in loss Pantemis recorded three saves and allowed four goals in Saturday's 4-1 loss versus Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact It's hard to blame Pantemis for the four goals he conceded, as there wasn't much he could've done in any of those situations. The goalkeeper will have a tough time bouncing back in Round 4 with a tough road matchup at Houston on tap. Pantemis has allowed eight goals in three starts already, with no clean sheets and 12 saves. The defensive problems the Timbers have shown will certainly conspire against Pantemis' fantasy upside.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Eric Izoita - Scores in loss to Whitecaps Izoita scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-1 defeat to Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Izoita scored an impressive goal in the loss to Vancouver, receiving a short pass from Joao Ortiz to find the back of the net with an impressive shot. The young midfielder isn't expected to have a big role in midfield, however, so his fantasy upside shouldn't be very high any time soon. It's worth noting that this was Izoita's MLS debut.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

USMNT World Cup Dreams Fueling Perfect Vancouver Whitecaps MLS, Cascadia Cup Start The 2025 MLS Cup runner-up picked up a 4–1 win over the Portland Timbers to start the 2026 Cascadia Cup.

2 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Portland Timbers vs. Vancouver Whitecaps FC | Full Match Highlights | Brian White BRACE!

2 DAYS AGO • YOUTUBE

MLS Predictions: Cascadia Cup Begins, LAFC Seeks Continued Dominance Thomas Müller’s Vancouver Whitecaps visit the Portland Timbers to kick off the Cascadia Cup.

4 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Diego Chara - Suffers lower-body injury Chara is questionable for Saturday's match against Vancouver due to a lower-body injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Chara is set to be a late call for Saturday as the club faces Vancouver, with the midfielder suffering a lower-body injury. After two straight starts to open the season, the club may have to do without a regular starter. A returning Joao Ortiz (personal) could take over his spot in the starting XI if Chara does miss out.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

David Pereira Da Costa - Training fully Tuesday Da Costa (shoulder) has returned to full training, with manager Phil Neville commenting that it was a "first day of preseason" for him, Jeremy Peterman of Cascadia FC reports.

Impact Da Costa's return to regular practice puts him one step closer to being available following his exclusion from the initial two games of the season due to injury. The attacker was a consistent performer for the Timbers in 2025, scoring four goals and ranking second on the squad with six assists. Thus, his return should give them an attacking boost while pushing Kristoffer Velde of Felipe Mora to a backup role.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

David Pereira Da Costa - Trains fully but with no contact Da Costa (shoulder) was able to train fully for Portland, however it was with no contact, reports Jeremy Peterman of the Cascadia FC.

Impact Da Costa was abe to make his return to the training grounds at limited capacity following his shoulder injury. He still remains day to day ahead of the weekend clash with Vancouver, pending if he is able to train with no limitations.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Ojediran and Herrington score 1st MLS goals, Rapids beat Timbers 2-0

Hamzat Ojediran and Lucas Herrington each scored their first career MLS goal on Saturday to help the Colorado Rapids beat the Portland Timbers 2-0

FEBRUARY 28 • Associated Press

Cole Bassett - Quiet against former club Bassett took one shot (on goal), crossed once accurately and made four tackles during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Colorado.

Impact Facing his former club for the first time, Bassett was quiet in attack while leading Portland with his four tackles. The midfielder has an assist to go along with three shots, a chance created and two crosses through his first two matches with the Timbers.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

James Pantemis - Concedes two in defeat Pantemis allowed two goals while making eight saves during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Colorado.

Impact Pantemis allowed a goal in each half as Portland dropped all three points Saturday. The keeper has allowed four goals while combining for 10 saves through the opening two matches of the season. Portland take on Vancouver at home next weekend.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Jimer Fory - Sent off Saturday Fory was shown a red card in the second half of Saturday's match against Colorado.

Impact Fory was shown the straight red in the 77th minute forcing Portland down to ten men. The defender will miss the next two matches against Vancouver and Houston.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado Rapids vs Portland Timbers Prediction and Betting Tips | 28th February 2026 The 2026 edition of MLS is back in action with another round of matches this weekend as Colorado Rapids lock horns with Portland Timbers in an important encounter at the DSG Park o...

FEBRUARY 27 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Portland Timbers acquire Alexander Aravena from Grêmio | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing The Portland Timbers have acquired forward Alexander Aravena on loan from Brazilian Série A side Grêmio, th...

FEBRUARY 25 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Columbus Crew's Diego Rossi wins Goal of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com Columbus Crew forward Diego Rossi has earned AT&T Goal of the Matchday honors for Matchday 1, claiming 37.1% of the fan vote. The Uruguayan...

FEBRUARY 25 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Alexander Aravena - Joins Portland on loan Aravena has completed a loan move to Portland Timbers from Brazilian club Gremio for the 2026 season with a purchase option, the team announced Wednesday.

Impact Aravena is coming off a 2025 Brasileirao season in which he recorded three goals across 577 minutes of play, although he scored the last of those goals in September. He also made five international appearances for Chile last year but featured mostly as a substitute. With Timbers' coach Phil Neville praising him for his contribution in No. 10 and wing positions, the attacker could threaten all of Kristoffer Velde, Felipe Mora and Antony for playing time going forward.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Juan Mosquera - Out 4-5 weeks Mosquera is expected to miss 4-5 weeks of action due to an ankle injury that was confirmed by coach Phil Neville, Adam Susman of The Timber Review reports.

Impact Mosquera served a one-match ban during the 2026 season opener but was apparently dealing with discomfort from the preseason. His absence leaves the squad without their primary right-back option, but his place is likely to be taken by offseason signing Brandon Bye for the next few games.

FEBRUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Ariel Lassiter wins it late for Portland Timbers | Energy Moment of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com MLS is Back weekend had no shortage of dramatic moments – including a late, game-winning goal from Portland Timbers supersub Ariel Lassiter.

FEBRUARY 23 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Juan Mosquera - Available to make season debut Mosquera has served his one match suspension dating back from 2025 and will be an option for the trip to Colorado on Saturday.

Impact Mosquera was sent off in the final match played in 2025, therefore was forced to miss the San Diego clash on Saturday. He is expected to remain a starter in the back line for Portland as he enters his fifth campaign playing for the team, recording 54 clearances with 98 crosses and 29 chances created in 32 appearances in 2025.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Kristoffer Velde - Productive in season opener Velde recorded two shots (two on goal), 11 crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 3-2 win against Columbus Crew.

Impact Velde was not involved in any of his side's three goals in Saturday's season opener, however he still had a highly productive outing. He led the team with 11 crosses and six corners and also put two shots on target on the attack. He added one tackle, one interception and one clearance on the defensive end. Velde was subbed off in the 90th minute for Ian Smith.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Kelsy - Assists winner Saturday Kelsy assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Columbus Crew.

Impact Kelsy set up the match-winning goal Saturday as his headed pass in the 88th minute assisted Ariel Lassiter's late goal. It was the only chance Kelsy created in the match, but it was enough to match his assist total from last season where he made 37 appearances.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Gage Guerra - Assists in Saturday's win Guerra assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 win against Columbus Crew.

Impact Guerra started the 2026 season on a high note, assisting Felipe Mora's goal in the 14th minute to tie the match at 1-1. It was the only chance he created in the match, and he also recorded one off target shot. He was subbed off in the 74th minute for Ariel Lassiter.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

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Ojediran and Herrington score 1st MLS goals, Rapids beat Timbers 2-0