EVANDER NEWS

Assists in draw Evander assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Evander supplied the lone Portland assist Saturday in a 1-1 draw with Cascadia rivals Seattle. The assist capped a breakout season for the Brazilian in which he set new single-season, career-high marks in goals and assists, registering 15 each over 28 appearances (27 starts). Evander was named to the shortlist of 2024 MLS MVP nominees.

OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

Creates seven chances Evander recorded three shots (one on goal), four crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Sunday's 0-0 draw against FC Dallas.

Impact Evander continued to play his role of table-setter for the Portland attack Sunday. The veteran attacking midfielder attempted a team-high four crosses (three accurate), attempted two corners and landed one shot on target en route to creating seven chances. The seven chances tied his previous season-best mark set in June when he created seven chances, scored once, and supplied an assist during Portland's 3 - 2 victory over Minnesota.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Fills stat sheet in loss Evander recorded eight shots (two on goal), 10 crosses (one accurate) and seven corners in Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Austin FC.

Impact Evander has been one of the best players in the league in 2024, and he could have a strong case for an MVP award based on his numbers. Even though he couldn't find the back of the net in this one, Evander is basically a must-start player across all formats since his involvement in the attacking third gives him an extremely high floor to go along with his 29 goal contributions (15 goals, 14 assists) in 26 appearances.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to return Evander completed his one-game suspension and will be eligible to face Austin on Wednesday.

Impact Having Evander back represents a huge boost for the Timbers, as the Brazilian playmaker has been playing at a near MVP level all season long. He has registered 15 goals and 14 assists across 25 appearances this season and is likely to return to the starting lineup to face Austin.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Set for one-game ban Evander will miss the match against Vancouver on Saturday due to accumulation of yellow cards.

Impact The star midfielder has been one of the best players in the MLS this season and should gather some MVP consideration, so there's no question Portland will miss him badly in the final third. After all, the Brazilian has registered 15 goals and 14 assists across 25 appearances this season. He should return to the starting lineup to face Austin on Oct. 2.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists against LA Galaxy Evander scored two goals and assisted once from 10 shots and four chances created in Wednesday's 4-2 win over Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Evander had an outstanding performance, scoring twice, first in the 39th minute assisted by Santiago Moreno, and again in the 51st minute assisted by Jonathan Rodriguez. He also set up the opener for Jonathan Rodriguez in the 17th minute. Evander created four chances, completed a dribble and made a tackle. This season, he has been exceptional with 14 goals and 14 assists in 24 appearances, including six goal involvements in his last four games.

SEPTEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Evander tallies twice as Timbers take down Galaxy Evander had two goals and an assist in the Portland Timbers’ 4-2 win over the visiting Los Angeles Galaxy on Wednesday.The Timbers (12-10-7,...

SEPTEMBER 19 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Evander tallies twice as Timbers take down Galaxy Evander had two goals and an assist in the Portland Timbers’ 4-2 win over the visiting Los Angeles Galaxy on Wednesday.The Timbers (12-10-7,...

SEPTEMBER 19 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Evander scores 2 goals and Portland downs the Galaxy 4-2

Evander scored a pair of goals and the Portland Timbers remained in play for the postseason with a 4-2 victory over the LA Galaxy on Wednesday night

SEPTEMBER 19 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Six crosses in defeat Evander recorded three shots (two on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to Colorado Rapids.

Impact Evander failed to provide a goal contribution for the first time in nine games. He provided six crosses, including five corners. One of these corners was the preassist to the only Portland goal. It is the eleventh time in 23 games he has created four or more chances.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Assist streak continues Evander assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), five crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Seattle Sounders FC.

Impact Evander supplied the game-winning assist Saturday as Portland's second half goal proved decisive in their 1- 0 victory over Seattle Sounders. The assist was the fourth successive appearance in which Evander has provided the key pass to unlock a Portland goal. Over that span, he's scored twice, supplied four assists and created 17 chances. The dynamic midfielder is second in MLS with 13 assists and has scored 12 goals over his 22 appearances (21 starts) in 2024.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Portland Timbers star Evander wins Goal of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com Portland Timbers midfielder Evander captured AT&T Goal of the Matchday honors for Matchday 29, claiming 46% of the fan vote for his free-kic...

AUGUST 28 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Starts against St. Louis Evander (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's meeting with St. Louis City.

Impact Evander will get a second chance after being forced off against St. Louis in the Leagues Cup. The attacker's return is great news for a Timbers side that should benefit from his playmaking and set-piece talent. Prior to the injury, he scored 11 goals and 11 assists across 20 MLS appearances (19 starts).

AUGUST 24 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves field early Evander was forced off the field in the 12th minute of Friday's 3-1 loss to St. Louis due to an apparent injury.

Impact Evander could be heading towards the injury list as Portland returns to MLS play in around two weeks, as he is now dealing with an injury after exiting the field Friday. This will be something to monitor, as he is a regular starter for the club, although further information on his status has yet to be released. They will hope it was only a minor scare and he returns soon but if that doesn't come to fruition, expect David Ayala to earn more time in his place.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal against Los Angeles Galaxy Evander assisted once to go with five shots (one on goal), seven crosses (zero accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 3-2 defeat versus Los Angeles Galaxy. In addition, he was giv...

Impact Evander assisted Jonathan Rodriguez in the 52nd minute, recorded the most crosses in the game, and made one tackle. However, he missed a good chance in first-half stoppage time. He has now recorded nine goal involvements in his last six appearances.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist in win Evander scored one goal and assisted once from five shots and five chances created in Saturday's 3-0 victory over Real Salt Lake.

Impact Evander notched a goal and an assist in Saturday's win, his seventh match this season with both. He took five shots for the third consecutive match and added five chances created for the third time this season. He now has 21 goal contributions this season including eight in his last five starts.

JULY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Option again Evander has served his one match suspension and will be an option for Sunday's match against Nashville.

Impact Evander will look to extend his scoresheet streak after either scoring or assisting in the last four matches, collecting three goals and three assists in that span. He had already surpassed his career high for both goals and assists in just 18 appearances as the midfielder having a career best season since joining MLS in 2023.

JULY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, handed ban Evander scored one goal to go with five shots (three on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one corner in Thursday's 3-2 loss against FC Dallas. In addition, he was given a yell...

Impact Evander has been on a hot streak with six goals and six assists since May, totaling 30 shots (13 on target), 31 chances created and 56 crosses (16 accurate) in the last 10 matches, which bumps his shots per game to 2.7, chances created to 2.8 and crosses to five per contest. Santiago Moreno could move into the center attacking midfield, with Antony an option to start alongside him for the clash versus Nashville.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists against Minnesota United Evander scored one goal and assisted once from five shots and seven chances created in Saturday's 3-2 win over Minnesota United.

Impact Evander netted a penalty in the first half stoppage time and then set up the equalizer for Santiago Moreno in the 73rd minute. Evander created seven chances, completed a dribble and also hit the woodwork. He also recorded an interception and a clearance. He has very extraordinarily contributed to nine goals in the last seven games.

JUNE 30 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up opening goal Evander had an assist while taking four off target shots, crossing once inaccurately and creating two chances during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Portland.

Impact Evander set up Jonathan Rodriguez in the 26th minute assisting the opening goal of the match while leading Portland with four shots. Evander has at least one goal involvement in six of his last eight starts, with three in his last three matches to go along with nine shots, seven chances created and 10 crosses over that timeframe.

JUNE 23 • ROTOWIRE

Scores and assists against San Jose Earthquakes Evander scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and three chances created in Wednesday's 2-1 victory against San Jose Earthquakes. In addition, he was given a yellow car...

Impact Evander netted in the 22nd minute and then set up the winner for Jonathan Rodriguez in the 72nd minute. Evander completed two dribbles and also contributed defensively with a clearance and an interception. This takes his tally to eight goal involvements in the last seven appearances.

JUNE 21 • ROTOWIRE

Evander's goal, assist carry Timbers past Quakes Evander had a goal and an assist as the Portland Timbers defeated the host San Jose Earthquakes 2-1 on Wednesday.Jonathan Rodriguez scored t...

JUNE 20 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Active display in draw Evander had two shots (one on target), created two chances, sent in six inaccurate crosses and made two tackles (one won) during Saturday's scoreless draw against St. Louis.

Impact Evander couldn't score or assist like he's done in almost every match this season but was still one of his team's biggest creative forces. With seven goals and six assists over 14 appearances this year, the playmaker has been one of the league's top performers among positional peers and is on pace to shatter his numbers from last season.

JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in home draw Evander assisted once to go with three shots (zero on goal), 10 crosses (two accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Houston Dynamo. In addition, he was given a yel...

Impact Evander created Nathan Fogaca's equalizer in the 76th minute with his sixth assist in the campaign. The midfielder also led Portland with a season-high 10 crosses in the match. He's doing great so far, with seven goals to his name in 13 appearances (12 starts) as well.

JUNE 5 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over Austin Evander scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 2-0 victory against Austin FC.

Impact Evander opened the scoring through a fantastic free kick shot in first half stoppage time during the victory. It was his seventh goal of the season and came in his 12th appearance as a central attacking midfielder. With outstanding form and set-piece talent, Evander should stay in the lineup and be a serious threat for opposing defenses in future matchups. The only detail that could detract from him is that he has ceded some penalty kicks to Felipe Mora and Jonathan Rodriguez.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE