SANTIAGO MORENO NEWS

Bouanga converts late penalty to pull LAFC into 3-3 draw with Portland

Denis Bouanga converted a penalty kick in the 90th minute to pull LAFC into a 3-3 draw against the Portland Timbers

18 HOURS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Antony Alves Santos, Felipe Mora propel Timbers to 3-1 victory over Dynamo

Antony Alves Santos scored in each half, Felipe Mora added a goal and two assists, and the Portland Timbers defeated the Houston Dynamo 3-1 at Providence Park

MARCH 31 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Adds assist in win Moreno logged an assist in Portland Timbers' 3-1 win Sunday against Houston Dynamo.

Impact The midfielder was relatively quiet with only three assists and three corner kicks, but did get an assist and created two chances overall. He will need to be more involved if Portland hope to break though an Austin FC defense which has only allowed three goals this season.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Antony, Kelsy score for Portland Timbers in 3-0 victory over Colorado Rapids

Antony Alves Santos and Kevin Kelsy scored for Portland and the Timbers defeated the Colorado Rapids 3-0

MARCH 23 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Creates two chances Sunday Moreno generated one shot (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Moreno made his first start of the season Sunday and made his presence felt. He recorded a secondary assist on Felipe Mora's goal in the 49th minute and created two more chances. He also put a shot on target and won seven duels on the defensive end, the second most on the team. He played the full 90 minutes, something he will likely continue to do now that he's healthy.

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Bench option Saturday Moreno (ankle) is available as a substitute Saturday against Nashville.

Impact Moreno has completed his recovery after missing the initial two weeks of the 2025 campaign. He should have a chance to challenge Antony and David Da Costa for playing time, looking to improve on his previous season numbers of six goals and nine assists in 32 appearances.

MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE

Officially questionable Moreno (ankle) is questionable for Saturday's trip to Nashville, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Moreno is questionable despite being ruled out for a few weeks at the end of February. The midfielder seems to be a bit ahead of schedule his his recovery, and is doing well. Moreno could be back as soon as Saturday's clash, though a March 16 match with the LA Galaxy might be more reasonable.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Out a few weeks Moreno is still three-to-four weeks away from a return from an ankle injury, according to manager Phil Neville.

Impact Moreno is about a month from returning from an ankle injury and hasn't played in match action since September. When back healthy the midfielder should take a major role in the starting XI almost immediately, though it's not clear what that timeline looks like for full fitness.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Out Sunday Moreno (undisclosed) is out for Sunday's clash with Vancouver, according to manager Phil Neville.

Impact Moreno will open the season on the sideline due to an undisclosed issue. The midfielder ended 2024 with a lower body issue, though it's not clear if his current issue is related. Moreno will be one of the most important members of the Portland attack when fit.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Wednesday Moreno (lower body) is on the bench for Wednesday's match against Vancouver Whitecaps.

Impact Moreno has returned to the squad following his absence from the weekend's visit to Seattle. The attacker was a regular contributor prior to the injury, with his six goals and nine assists ranking fourth and second on the squad, respectively. He'll look to record some minutes, most likely at the expense of Wednesday's starter Antony.

OCTOBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Wednesday Moreno (lower body) is questionable for Wednesday's trip to Vancouver.

Impact Moreno is questionable Wednesday after missing the regular season finale. The attacking midfielder would be a major loss if ruled out, though the fact he didn't play Saturday isn't a good sign for Moreno.

OCTOBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Handed questionable tag Moreno (lower body) is questionable for Saturday's trip to Seattle.

Impact Moreno is a doubt for Saturday's trip to Seattle due to a lower body injury. The midfielder has been a constant in the starting XI when fit, starting all but four matches in the season. If he is ruled out it would likely bring Antony into the XI for decision day.

OCTOBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Gets assist Moreno assisted once to go with four shots (one on goal), 10 crosses (two accurate) and eight corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Moreno logged in his ninth assist of the season as he already surpasses his career high. This includes two goals and three assists in the last eight MLS games, having produced 21 shots (six on target), 20 chances created and 24 crosses (four accurate) in that span.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against LA Galaxy Moreno assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Wednesday's 4-2 victory over Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Moreno set up Evander's opening goal in the 39th minute. Moreno created four chances, completed five dribbles, and contributed defensively with four interceptions and a block. He has now created 12 chances in his last four games, with this being his first goal involvement since the league resumed after the League's Cup break.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Los Angeles Galaxy Moreno scored one goal to go with four shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Moreno netted a brilliant goal in the 73rd minute assisted by Claudio Bravo. Moreno also made two tackles and two interceptions. He has had a string of good performances lately, with seven goal involvements in the last six appearances.

JULY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist in win Moreno scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and six chances created in Saturday's 3-0 win against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Moreno recorded two goal contributions Saturday for the second straight match. He set up Felipe Mora's opening goal in the 2nd minute, then scored himself in the 48th minute off an Evander assist. He created a season-high six chances in the match and took two shots on target for the fourth time this season. He was subbed off in the 84th minute for Antony.

JULY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Brace of assists in win Moreno assisted twice to go with two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and four chances created in Sunday's 4-1 victory against Nashville SC.

Impact Moreno helped get two of the goals Sunday to take the thrashing win against Nashville. He's also been able to start the last seven games in a row, recording a goal and three assists with 15 chances created and 17 tackles in that span.

JULY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores against Minnesota United Moreno scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-2 win against Minnesota United.

Impact Moreno netted the equalizer in the 73rd minute assisted by Evander. Moreno created three chances, completed two dribbles, but missed a big chance in the 82nd minute. He has now recorded goal involvements in back-to-back games.

JUNE 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists one of two goals Moreno had an assist while taking two shots (both on goal), crossing twice (one accurate), creating three chances and making three tackles (winning all three) during Saturday's 2-0...

Impact Moreno set up Felipe Mora in the 43rd minute assisting Portland's second goal of the match while leading his side in chances created and tackles. The assist was the first goal involvement in over a month for Moreno as he's combined for eight chances created, six crosses and six shots over his last four starts.

JUNE 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Dynamo Moreno (leg) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Houston.

Impact Moreno is back in the starting XI for Saturday's clash after struggling with a leg issue. The midfielder missed out midweek due to the injury but evidently the extra days were enough for him to get fit once more.

JUNE 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out with leg issues Moreno (leg) is out for Wednesday's match against Austin.

Impact Moreno will miss his third straight match Wednesday as he is dealing with a leg issue. It is unknown when he is expected to return, but fantasy owners will hope it is soon, as he has notched six goal contributions in 13 appearances this season.

MAY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Critical assist in victory Moreno assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), eight crosses (one accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 4-2 win versus San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Moreno was a focal point of the multi-pronged Portland attack Wednesday, providing an assist, whipping in eight crosses (one accurate) and taking two corners as Portland defeated San Jose 4-2. Moreno has been a fixture in the Portland lineup, starting in 57 matches in the last two seasons. He's begun this season, once again, as one of the first names on the team sheet. Moreno has started in 12 of 13 Portland matches to begin 2024 and has scored three goals while supplying three assists.

MAY 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in crosses attempted Moreno registered three shots (one on goal), nine crosses (four accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 2-1 defeat to Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Moreno was key to Portland's plan to get the ball into the box Sunday, attempting a team-high nine crosses (four accurate) and four corners as Portland fell 1-2 to Seattle. The nine crosses and four corners each were season-high marks for Moreno who has started in 11 of Portland's first 12 games, scoring three goals and supplying two assists.

MAY 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores at LA FC Moreno scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 loss against Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Moreno scored the 2-2 equalizer in the 73rd minute with his third goal in the campaign, but Portland conceded again later to end up with the road loss. The midfielder led his side in chances created during the match. He also has two assists in the season.

MAY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Saturday's draw Moreno scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Columbus Crew.

Impact Moreno logged his second goal of the season Saturday, a strike in the 57th minute assisted by Evander that took the 2-1 lead. It came on the only shot Moreno took in the match. He also won one tackle, intercepted one pass and made two clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE