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Maxime Crepeau - Can't do much in goal conceded Crepeau recorded no saves and allowed one goal in Wednesday's 1-0 loss against Austin FC.

Impact Crepeau didn't have a lot of work in this game, as the Austin attackers were particularly inaccurate in front of goal, but he couldn't do much in the sequence that led to Daniel Pereira's goal since the shot was deflected. Crepeau will aim to bounce back and deliver a better performance against Dallas on Sunday.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Portland Timbers vs. Austin FC | Pereira the Hero! | Full Match Highlights

OCTOBER 3 • YOUTUBE

David Ayala - Starting Wednesday Ayala (lower body) is in the starting XI to face Austin on Wednesday.

Impact Ayala has regained his place in a two-man defensive midfield alongside Diego Chara. Therefore, the Argentinian will be reliable for his season averages of 24.3 accurate passes, 1.7 tackles and 1.1 clearances per game. He has also scored one goal and an assist over his last 16 league games.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Austin FC must beat Timbers to keep playoff dream alive Austin FC need a victory to keep their slim MLS Cup playoff hopes alive on Wednesday night when they visit the ninth-place Portland Timbers....

OCTOBER 2 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Portland Timbers star Evander named MLS Player of the Month | MLSSoccer.com Portland Timbers midfielder Evander has been named MLS Player of the Month for August and September 2024. The Brazilian No. 10 led MLS with...

OCTOBER 1 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Santiago Moreno - 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 • ROTOWIRE

David Ayala - Misses out Saturday Ayala (lower body) was not an option for Saturday's 1-1 draw to Vancouver.

Impact Ayala was a late call out of the squad sheet after dealing with a lower body injury. He had scored once while totaling 12 interceptions, nine tackles and six clearances in the last five MLS games. Eryk Williamson too his spot in the defensive midfield and could get the call again if Ayala is still injured.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Portland Timbers host Austin in Western Conference action

Austin visits the Portland Timbers in Western Conference action

OCTOBER 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Maxime Crepeau - Two saves against Vancouver Crepeau recorded two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Crepeau allowed a goal during Saturday's draw to Vancouver. Since the break, he has let in 12 goals while only making 14 saves with a clean sheet that span. The keeper will face off with Austin for the next game on Saturday, who have only scored four goals in the last five contests.

SEPTEMBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Evander - 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

Whitecaps earn draw vs. Timbers to notch playoff berth Brian White and Jonathan Rodriguez each scored in the first half as the Vancouver Whitecaps and visiting Portland Timbers recorded a 1-1 dra...

SEPTEMBER 29 • KANSASCITY.COM

Whitecaps earn draw vs. Timbers to notch playoff berth Brian White and Jonathan Rodriguez each scored in the first half as the Vancouver Whitecaps and visiting Portland Timbers recorded a 1-1 dra...

SEPTEMBER 29 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Whitecaps earn draw vs. Timbers to notch playoff berth Brian White and Jonathan Rodriguez each scored in the first half as the Vancouver Whitecaps and visiting Portland Timbers recorded a 1-1 dra...

SEPTEMBER 29 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Vancouver Whitecaps FC vs. Portland Timbers | Full Match Highlights

SEPTEMBER 29 • YOUTUBE

Whitecaps, Timbers battle for potential playoff-clinching win With a national title in tow, the Vancouver Whitecaps return to MLS regular-season action when they host the Portland Timbers on Saturday.Va...

SEPTEMBER 27 • THESTATE.COM

Mason Toye - Out with back Toye (back) is out for Saturday's trip to Vancouver, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Toye isn't an option for Saturday's trip to Vancouver with a back injury. The forward has been a bench option more often than not, and is likely to remain a bench option in the coming weeks even if deemed fit.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Portland Timbers' Evander wins Goal of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com Is Portland Timbers midfielder Evander the new frontrunner for the Landon Donovan MLS MVP? His exploits in Matchday 34 strengthened his case...

SEPTEMBER 25 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Miguel Araujo - Assists late equalizer Araujo assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Araujo created Jonathan Rodriguez's equalizer in the 92nd minute with his second assist in the campaign to secure one point on the road. The centerback also led Portland with a season-high seven interceptions.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Antony Alves Santos - Scores in road draw Antony scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Real Salt Lake.

Impact Antony scored his fifth goal in the campaign in the 62nd minute to cut Salt Lake's lead to 2-1. The forward also led his side in tackles, matching his season-high with four. That was only his fourth start in his last 12 appearances.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Maxime Crepeau - Makes one save in draw Crepeau recorded one save and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Crepeau made just one save for the sixth time in the season. That was also the fifth game he conceded three or more goals in 18 starts so far. He will now look for better luck at Vancouver on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Evander - 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

Dario Zuparic - Eligible to return this weekend Zuparic completed his one-game suspension and will be eligible to face Vancouver on Saturday.

Impact Zuparic has started in 20 of his 24 appearances for Portland this season, and the defender should be eligible to return for this derby against the Whitecaps in a new edition of the Cascadia Cup. Zuparic has started in every MLS match he's been available for since May 12, so he's a near lock to return to the side in this upcoming contest. He's averaging 3.8 clearances, 2.0 interceptions, 1.0 blocked shots and 1.8 tackles per game over his last five outings.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Golazo! Portland Timbers star Evander adds to MLS MVP case | MLSSoccer.com Take a bow, Evander.

SEPTEMBER 22 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Portland Timbers: Will their defense hold up in playoffs? | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

SEPTEMBER 22 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Timbers draw even late, earn draw with Real Salt Lake Jonathan Rodriguez leveled the match with a header in second-half stoppage time and the Portland Timbers escaped a trip to Sandy, Utah, with...

SEPTEMBER 22 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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