BRYAN ACOSTA NEWS

Still not involved with team Acosta (thigh) continues to remain out for Nashville SC, reports Sixonefive Soccer.

Impact Acosta is still expected to miss more time as he has yet been able to start any kind of training on the grass for Nashville. He spent a year with CD Espana before making his return to MLS, with his last appearance in the league back in 2023 with Portland.

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Unlikely for Saturday Acosta (thigh) was not yet back with the group in training and is very unlikely to feature in Saturday's clash against Portland, coach BJ Callaghan confirmed in a press conference,...

Impact Acosta is likely to delay his first minutes of the season as he has not yet returned to team training in recent days. Edvard Sandvik Tagseth is expected to continue as a starter in midfield until Acosta is fully fit.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Not spotted in training Acosta (thigh) wasn't spotted in training Thursday, according to Ben Wright of 615 Soccer.

Impact Acosta wasn't present for the open portion of Thursday's training session ahead of Saturday's trip to RBNY. It's possible he simply left training before the open portion, but it's more likely than not that he's out for Saturday's clash.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Acosta (thigh) is out for Saturday's season opener against New England, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Acosta is dealing with a thigh injury and will miss the first game of the MLS season. He is expected to return soon as he has been managed with caution during the pre-season. Edvard Sandvik Tagseth is likely to start in midfield until Acosta returns and competes for a starting spot.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Could be available Saturday Acosta (undisclosed) didn't feature in the last preseason game as he was working through issues, and coach BJ Callaghan opted to play it safe ahead of the first game of the season.

Impact Acosta could be available to feature against New England on Saturday for the opening game of the season after being sidelined for precautionary reasons during the last pre-season game. If he is unable to make the squad, Edvard Sandvik Tagseth is likely to start in midfield on Saturday.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to MLS Acosta has signed with Nashville from Real CD Espana, according to his new club.

Impact Acosta is returning to the MLS after a one-year hiatus to return to his home country of Honduras to play for Espana, as he is now set to join Nashville on a one-year contract. He is an experienced player that held a starting role for much of his time in the league, although at the age of 31, that could change this season. That said, he is likely to see a decent role, but a bench spot is more likely to start, probably seeing more of a rotational role with his new club.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in win Acosta assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and three chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory over San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Acosta assisted the opening goal Wednesday as he set up Cristhian Paredes' goal just before halftime to take the 1-0 lead. It marks his first goal contribution of the season in 18 appearances with Colorado and Portland. He faces his former club for the first time Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Away with Honduras Acosta won't be in the squad to face LAFC on Saturday while on international duty with Honduras.

Impact Acosta has made just one start since joining Portland and was an unused substitute two times as well, limiting him to a combined 107 minutes across four matches. As such, the midfielder's absence may not directly impact the starting XI with Diego Chara, Evander and Cristhian Paredes seemingly cemented into their respective roles.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealt to Timbers Acosta was traded to Portland from Colorado for $150,000 in GAM, Portland announced Tuesday.

Impact Acosta was dealt to Portland for a sizeable chunk of GAM with eyes on adding some veteran depth to the midfield. Acosta made 14 appearances (13 starts) for Colorado before being traded. Acosta could rotate with Diego Chara or Evander, who have both seen major minutes due to injuries to Eryk Williamson (knee) and David Ayala (knee).

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Timbers acquire M Bryan Acosta from Rapids The Colorado Rapids dealt midfielder Bryan Acosta to the Portland Timbers on Tuesday in exchange for $150,000 in 2023 General Allocation Mon...

AUGUST 2, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Portland Timbers acquire Bryan Acosta from Colorado Rapids | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing - POR receive: Bryan Acosta - COL receive: Up to $325k GAM The Portland Timbers have added to their midfiel...

AUGUST 1, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Back with team Acosta recorded one tackle (zero won) and one interception in Sunday's 2-1 victory versus FC Dallas. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 81st minute.

Impact Acosta started Saturday for his first match back after serving time with the Honduran national team. He's dealt with a few injuries woes that have kept him sidelined for a few games this season, recording 12 starts in 13 appearances while generating an average of 3.6 crosses per contest.

JULY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Timbers Acosta (not injury related) is back in Colorado's starting XI to face Portland.

Impact Acosta made a quick return from international duty due to Honduras' early elimination from the Gold Cup. The midfielder had previously delivered multiple crosses in four consecutive matches thanks to his role on set pieces. He's ready to take a starting position in the midweek clash, leaving Danny Leyva on the bench.

JULY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Receives Gold Cup call Acosta is likely to miss at least Colorado's next three games while competing with the Honduras national team at the upcoming Gold Cup from June 24-July 16.

Impact Acosta has been a regular starter in the Rapids' midfield this season but he's set to be unavailable for a few weeks while with Honduras for this tournament. Danny Leyva is the likely option to replace him in the XI alongside Connor Ronan.

JUNE 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates four chances in loss Acosta generated two crosses (one accurate) and four chances created in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat against Columbus Crew.

Impact Acosta created four chances Wednesday, his third match this season with four or more. He also whipped in two crosses (one accurate), won one tackle, intercepted one pass and made two clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Can return from suspension Acosta will be available for selection in Wednesday's clash against the Crew after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Acosta missed Saturday's loss to FC Cincinnati while suspended for yellow card accumulation. The suspension as well as a hamstring injury have limited him to just one start across the Rapids' last six league games, but he could return to the XI in midfield for the midweek Columbus match.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots against RSL Acosta took three shots (one on target) and made two clearances and an interception in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against Real Salt Lake. He also picked up his fifth booking of the seas...

Impact Acosta made his first league start in almost a month on Saturday after recovering from a hamstring injury, but he will be back on the sidelines next weekend while suspended for yellow card accumulation. Ralph Priso is likely to replace him alongside Connor Ronan in midfield for the game.

MAY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns immediately Acosta (hamstring) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Salt Lake.

Impact Acosta is back in the starting XI after missing a mid-week clash with Atlanta. The midfielder has dealt with a variety of injuries but evidently overcame the most recent hamstring issue quickly. A return to the starting XI is also a good sign that Acosta is truly recovered from the issue.

MAY 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Lands back on injury report Acosta is once again listed as questionable with a hamstring injury for Wednesday's clash against Atlanta United.

Impact Acosta played 20 minutes off the bench Saturday in his return from a hamstring injury he initially suffered in late April, but it seems he hasn't fully recovered from the issue and will remain a game time call against Atlanta this week.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Features against Philadelphia Acosta (hamstring) subbed in and played the final 20 minutes or so of Saturday's defeat against the Union.

Impact Acosta was back in the squad Saturday after missing the Rapids' last two MLS games with a hamstring injury. He should break back into the Rapids' XI in midfield once he's fully fit again.

MAY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Acosta (hamstring) participated in team training with Colorado on Thursday, according to Brendan Ploen of The Denver Post. He remains listed as questionable in the injury report to...

Impact Acosta has missed the Rapids' last two MLS games with a hamstring injury he suffered in late April, but he's making progress towards potentially being able to return versus Philly on Saturday. He'll want to take back over from Ralph Priso as a starter in midfield once he's fit again, though new loan signing Danny Leyva is an option in the position as well now.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains questionable for Saturday Acosta (hamstring) is once again listed as questionable in Colorado's injury report to face the Galaxy this weekend.

Impact Acosta missed last weekend's draw with Vancouver due to a hamstring issue and his status will remain uncertain for Saturday's Los Angeles match as well. Max slid back into defensive midfield in his place against the Whitecaps, but new arrival Danny Leyva could also be an option in the position if necessary.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE