Yevgen Cheberko
LAF
Left Back
Center Midfielder
Possession Builder
Jan 23, 1998 (28)
Left
6'0"
146 lb
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2026 Major League Soccer
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2026 Major League Soccer
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Decent shift despite penalty
Cheberko had four tackles (three won), eight clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.
Analysis: Cheberko was LAFC's busiest defensive presence, winning three of his four tackles while adding eight clearances and three interceptions to help keep Vancouver's threat out wide in check. His strong outing was ultimately overshadowed in the 76th minute when he was whistled for a foul inside the box, allowing Thomas Muller to convert the ensuing penalty for the decisive goal that denied LAFC all three points. Cheberko has now started three straight MLS matches, with his defensive production continuing to rank among the best of any wing-back in the Western Conference.
First decent shift with new club
Cheberko generated four tackles (three won), four clearances and one interception in Friday's 3-0 win against Los Angeles Galaxy.
Analysis: Cheberko anchored LAFC's defensive left side throughout Friday's 3-0 El Trafico win, winning four of his six duels, making four clearances and winning three of his four tackles to limit Galaxy's best wide outlet Joseph Paintsil to just one shot on target across 90 minutes. He also contributed positively in transition, linking with Son Heung-Min on multiple occasions to help LAFC generate their threatening counter-attacks in the second half. Cheberko looks now set to have a regular role in the black and gold back line after joining during the current window.
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