Yevhen Cheberko - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Joins LAFC Cheberko was acquired by LAFC from Columbus Crew in exchange for a 2026 international roster slot, the club announced.

Impact Cheberko joins as a defensive reinforcement, bringing experience from one of MLS's top clubs in Columbus as LAFC look to strengthen their backline options for the remainder of the season. The Ukrainian center-back managed just three appearances and 83 minutes with Columbus this season after playing 32 matches in the previous campaign, making the move an opportunity to reignite his career and secure regular playing time in a new environment.

JUNE 9 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 74 minutes in Open Cup win Cheberko (thigh) played 74 minutes in Wednesday's 3-0 US Open Cup win over Richmond Kickers, confirming his return to full fitness for Columbus, the club posted.

Impact Cheberko had been absent from competitive action since Feb. 22 and his extended run of minutes in the Open Cup is exactly the kind of controlled reintegration the staff had in mind. Steven Moreira and Sean Zawadzki have been the preferred options at center-back during his lengthy absence and are likely to retain their spots in league play for now, but Cheberko's return gives coach Henrik Rydstrom a welcome depth option as the Crew push through the MLS season.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Building on fitness Cheberko (thigh) was not included in the matchday squad for Sunday's clash against Orlando after not training sufficiently, but is expected to feature in Wednesday's US Open Cup cl...

Impact Cheberko has been absent from game action since February 22 and the club is clearly managing his return carefully before throwing him back into competitive action. Wednesday's Open Cup fixture shapes up as his comeback game, giving him a chance to build his fitness before pushing for a return to league action. Steven Moreira and Sean Zawadzki have been the preferred options at center-back during his absence and are likely to retain their spots for the time being.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers thigh issue Cheberko is at risk of missing the upcoming match against Atlanta because of a thigh injury, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Cheberko may have been hurt in training, as he hasn't seen game action since Feb. 22, but it's unclear if he has sustained a severe issue. The defender could continue to see his playing time limited regardless of his status, with Steven Moreira and Sean Zawadzki preferred at center-back.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Makes 32 appearances for Columbus Cheberko made 25 starts in 35 appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 MLS season.

Impact Cheberko retained his starting center back role for most of the 2025 season, completing his second full year with Columbus. He finished the campaign with 88 clearances, 16 blocks, and 48 tackles. As he enters the final year of his contract, his future with the team beyond 2026 remains uncertain.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes 32 appearances for Columbus Cheberko made 25 starts in 35 appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 MLS season.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes 32 appearances for Columbus Cheberko made 25 starts in 35 appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 MLS season.

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Saturday Cheberko recorded one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 0-0 draw against New York City FC.

Impact Cheberko kept another clean sheet Saturday, his third in his last four starts. He and his fellow defenders did not allow a single shot on target throughout the 90 minutes. He won two tackles, intercepted one pass, made four clearances and blocked one shot on that end of the pitch. He was also involved on the attack for the first time this season as he created three chances, took one shot and recorded two crosses in his full 90 minutes of action.

MARCH 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Saturday's win Cheberko scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-2 win versus New York Red Bulls.

Impact Cheberko scored his first goal of the season Saturday, a strike in the 14th minute assisted by Aziel Jackson. It came on his first shot on target of the campaign. He also intercepted two passes and made five clearances as he played the full 90 minutes for the third consecutive match.

OCTOBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs five clearances in win Cheberko made five clearances and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 4-0 win over Toronto.

Impact Cheberko returned to the starting XI after being benched for the previous two outings and made most of the new opportunity, always prevailing over forwards and not giving them room to even attempt shots in his front. His five clearances were a season high for the center-back and that could definitely strengthen his case to remain in the lineup for upcoming games.

JULY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Saturday Cheberko generated two tackles (two won), four clearances and one interception in Saturday's 2-0 win versus Orlando City SC.

Impact Cheberko kept his second clean sheet of the season Saturday and his first since April 27. He won two tackles, intercepted one pass, made four clearances and blocked two shots as he played the full 90 minutes for the third consecutive match.

MAY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet Saturday Cheberko recorded one tackle (zero won), two clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 0-0 draw against CF Montreal.

Impact Cheberko kept his first clean sheet of the season Saturday in his third start of the season. He attempted one tackle, intercepted two passes, made two clearances and blocked two shots in his full 90 minutes of action.

APRIL 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays minor role Cheberko made just nine appearances (two starts) in 2023.

Impact Cheberko wasn't too busy during the 2023 season, making just a pair of starts and spending most of the season on the sideline. He will be back in 2024 with eyes on competing for a more consistent role in the backline, especially after appearing in the final three matches of the playoffs.

DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Cheberko (undisclosed) is not listed in the injury report ahead of Saturday's match against Montreal.

Impact Cheberko left the game against Atlanta United before the international break with an injury in the 89th minute, but it wasn't a serious issue, and he is expected to be available for selection. He posted a season-high nine clearances against Atlanta United, so he might be in contention for another start in the final match of the regular season.

OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Subs off injured at Atlanta Cheberko had two tackles (two won), nine clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Atlanta United. He was injured and subbed out in the 89th minute.

Impact Cheberko had a very good defensive outing, leading Columbus with a season-high nine clearances. The centerback left the pitch with an undisclosed injury in the 89th minute, though. He should be considered questionable until further notice.

OCTOBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Debuts in Leagues Cup Cheberko debuted during a 2-1 Leagues Cup win over St. Louis.

Impact Cheberko made his Columbus debut after arriving with the Crew earlier in July. The defender made his debut off the bench in the Leagues Cup and seems to be fully integrating into his new team.

JULY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Arrives in Columbus Cheberko (not injury related) arrived in Columbus last weekend and will be eligible to debut against NYCFC on Saturday.

Impact Cheberko signed with the Crew from Croatia almost a month ago, and MLS's secondary transfer window just opened Wednesday so he is now eligible to feature for the club.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Crew acquire Ukrainian D Yevhen Cheberko The Columbus Crew acquired Ukrainian defender Yevhen Cheberko from Croatian club NK Osijek.

JUNE 9, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Crew acquire Ukrainian D Yevhen Cheberko The Columbus Crew acquired Ukrainian defender Yevhen Cheberko from Croatian club NK Osijek.

JUNE 9, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Reports: Columbus Crew signing Ukrainian center back Yevhen Cheberko | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Reports The Columbus Crew are signing Ukrainian center back Yevhen Cheberko to bolster their backline, according to...

JUNE 9, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Joining Columbus Cheberko has signed a three-and-a-half-year contract with the Crew after transferring from Croatian side NK Osijek, the club announced Friday. He won't be eligible to play until th...

Impact Cheberko has made 52 Croatian first division appearances with Osijek since joining the club in February 2021, with one assist from central defense in the competition. The 25-year-old now moves to MLS where he will provide Columbus with some much-needed depth at center-back as Milos Degenek (Achilles), Josh Williams (ankle) and Gustavo Vallecilla (hamstring) have all spent significant time on the sidelines with injuries this season. But Cheberko won't be able to feature until July at the earliest, as he'll have to sort out his immigration status in addition to waiting for the league's transfer window to open.

JUNE 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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