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Starting against Salt Lake Bravo (lower body) is in the starting XI for Saturday's trip to Salt Lake.

Impact Bravo is back in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Salt Lake. The defender has been struggling with a lower body injury and has missed a pair of matches, but is now straight back in the XI. With Bravo in the starting XI, Kamal Miller slots in at center-back.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to grass Bravo (lower leg) is back on the grass after missing Saturday's clash against Colorado, per Portland Timber broadcaster Adam Susman.

Impact Bravo is set to be questionable for Wednesday after missing last match with a lower leg issue. Once fit, the defender is expected to slide right back into the starting XI at left back, having started the previous 11 MLS games, totaling an assist with 31 crosses (11 accurate), 28 tackles and 25 clearances in that span.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Registers most crosses in the game Bravo generated one shot (zero on goal), 13 crosses (six accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-4 draw against St. Louis City SC.

Impact Claudio Bravo registered the most crosses in the game, took 106 touches, created two chances, completed three dribbles and contributed defensively with two tackles, one interception, and one clearance. Despite his strong offensive contributions, Bravo has only recorded one goal involvement in 16 games this season.

AUGUST 26 • ROTOWIRE

Assists against Los Angeles Galaxy Bravo assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Bravo assisted Santiago Moreno's goal in the 73rd minute. Bravo created two chances, completed two dribbles, and made two tackles, two interceptions, and one clearance. This was his first goal involvement of the season. Over his last five appearances, he has recorded 14 tackles, seven interceptions and seven clearances.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Registers most crosses in the game Bravo recorded two shots (zero on goal), seven crosses (three accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 victory versus Minnesota United.

Impact Bravo recorded the most crosses in the game, created two chances and showcased defensive prowess with three tackles, two interceptions and a clearance. In his last four appearances, he has now recorded 11 clearances, 11 tackles and four interceptions.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 22 • FOX SPORTS

Busy defensively in draw Bravo made two tackles (one won), five clearances one interception and two blocks while helping his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's scoreless draw against St. Louis.

Impact Bravo made his second consecutive start and was one of his team's top performers despite the limited impact on the attacking end. The left-back was simply amazing defensively and can be considered the biggest reason why his team avoided a loss as he made an amazing off-the-line clearance to prevent the opposition from opening the scoring in the 74th minute. After this showing, it will be hard not envisioning Bravo in the starting XI for the upcoming matches.

JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 62 minutes Bravo generated two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Houston Dynamo.

Impact Bravo saw his first start since returning from injury, having made just two appearances since May 4. He's started five of the seven appearances, recording 14 clearances, 10 crosses (two accurate) and 17 tackles (11 won) to open up his fourth campaign with the team.

JUNE 5 • ROTOWIRE

Stays on bench Wednesday Bravo (lower leg) was an unused option during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Portland.

Impact Bravo was an option Wednesday, but was unused during the win against Portland. He only made on appearance since May 12 while only playing six times this season. When fit, the defender is always an option to start at left back, having started four matches while recording 15 tackles (nine won), 14 clearances and eight crosses (two accurate).

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Bravo (lower leg) is out for Saturday's game against Sporting KC.

Impact Bravo will miss his 10th game of the season Saturday. Even though he's been a regular starter when available, the injuries just can't give him a break. His next chance to play will come against Austin on Wednesday.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Out with lower leg injury Bravo (lower leg) was not an option during Sunday's 2-1 loss to the Sounders.

Impact Bravo had to sit out last match with a lower leg injury. He had started four of the last five games played since returning from an early season knee injury, recording 14 tackles, 13 clearances and eight interceptions in that span.

MAY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Back in action Bravo generated two crosses (one accurate) and three tackles during his return to the pitch during Sunday's 3-3 draw versus Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Bravo made his season debut Sunday after missing the first six matches of the season with a knee injury. It will take him some time to return to full match fitness to be an option for the starting XI, having made 27 starts in 29 appearances in 2023, scoring twice while assisting once.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Starts individual training Bravo (knee) started individual training on the grass for the first time since undergoing surgery, reports Jeremy Peterman of Cascadia FC.

Impact Bravo is making his first steps to recovery by starting individual work. He is still about a month away from returning to the grass, after undergoing knee injury during preseason. Eric Miller will continue to fill it at left back for the team, logging in an assist in four starts.

MARCH 20 • ROTOWIRE

Set for 10-12 week absence Bravo underwent successful knee surgery and is set for a 10-12 week absence.

Impact Bravo is coming off his third straight season as a regular starter in the MLS, having started 27 of the 29 matches played during the 2023 campaign. This will cause some lineup changes in the back line for Portland, with newly acquired Kamal Miller expected to get a starting role at center back, while also competing with Zac McGraw and Dario Zuparic. Juan David Mosquera is already the favorite to start at right back, while Miguel Araujo could fight for a better role after only appearing three times since singing in July.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Completes third full year in MLS Bravo recorded 27 starts in 29 appearances during the 2023 season with the Portland Timbers.

Impact Bravo continues to lead the team from the left side of the field as he keeps his consistent form at left back. He recorded his first two MLS goals during the 2023 season, totaling 62 crosses (12 won), 69 tackles (39 won) and 48 clearances. This also equals to about 2.1 crosses and 2.3 tackles per game. The defender will enter his second year of his contract extension as he will continue to keep his starting role with Portland for the next few seasons.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bags goal in Saturday's win Claudio Bravo scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 win over Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Bravo brought the Timber's lead to two after netting a goal in the 53rd minute of Saturday's clash. It was the 26-year-old's second goal of the season, brining his goal contribution tally to three on the season. He also did well in the defense on Saturday, registering six tackles (three won) and three interceptions. Bravo has started in 21 of Portland's 28 matches this season and should continue to be a normal sight on the pitch for the rest of the year.

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes three tackles Claudio Bravo registered three crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 0-0 draw against San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Bravo returned to the lineup after missing last match with a suspension. He's been averaging about two clearances per match with 20 in the last seven games played.

JUNE 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returning from suspension Bravo will be available for selection in next weekend's clash against the Earthquakes after serving a one-game suspension.

Impact Bravo missed Sunday's win over Dallas while suspended for yellow card accumulation, but he is likely to plug straight back into the XI ahead of Eric Miller at left-back to face San Jose.

JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Defends well in draw Bravo made three clearances, four interceptions and won two of three tackles in Saturday's 0-0 draw against the Sounders. He also took a shot in the match, though he picked up his...

Impact Bravo did well defensively to shut out Cascadia Cup rivals Seattle on Saturday, but his yellow card in the game will suspend him for next weekend's clash against FC Dallas. Justin Rasmussen or Eric Miller should replace him at left-back for the match.

JUNE 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Record assist against Vancouver Bravo assisted a goal and recorded a secondary assist in Saturday's 3-1 victory against the Whitecaps. He also made a clearance, two interceptions and won one of three tackles in t...

Impact Bravo grabbed his first assist of the season in setting up Franck Boli's early opener on Saturday, giving Bravo two direct goal involvements in his last two MLS appearances at left-back.

MAY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in draw Claudio Bravo scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-2 draw against Austin FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the...

Impact Bravo scored his first goal of the season Saturday, an outside the box strike in the 71st minute assisted by Evander to take the 2-1 lead. It was his only shot in the match to go with one inaccurate cross, one won tackle, two interceptions, two clearances and two blocked shots in his full 90 minutes of action. He also picked up a yellow card in the 56th minute, his third booking of the season.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Saturday Bravo (calf) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with St. Louis.

Impact Bravo returns to the bench as expected for Saturday's match. The defender was expected to see limited playing time as he continues to test his calf fitness. Eric Miller gets the start at left-back with Bravo still on the bench.

APRIL 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limited minutes expected Bravo (calf) is expected to play during Saturday's clash with St. Louis, manager Gio Savarese told Ryan Clarke of The Oregonian.

Impact Bravo was upgraded to questionable on the Portland injury report and is expected to make his return after one-match on the sideline. The defender isn't fully fit quite yet, but is expected to be available for limited minutes during Saturday's match.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Facing fitness test for Saturday Bravo (calf) has been upgraded to questionable in Portland's injury report for the clash against St. Louis City this weekend.

Impact Bravo missed last weekend's loss to Cincinnati with due to a calf injury, and his status will remain uncertain heading into the STL City match on Saturday. Justin Rasmussen would continue in the XI at left-back if Bravo isn't fit enough to start.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for weekend Bravo (calf) will not be available to face FC Cincinnati on Saturday, according to Portland's injury report for the match.

Impact Bravo has picked up a calf injury that will keep him on the sidelines against Cincinnati on Saturday. Justin Rasmussen is likely to start in his place at left-back.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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