David Da Costa
POT
Center Midfielder
Attacking Midfielder
Box-to-Box
Jan 5, 2001 (25)
Right
5'6"
141 lb
Creates two chances
da Costa crossed once accurately and created two chances during Saturday's 0-0 draw with Colorado.
Analysis: da Costa was held off the scoresheet but led Portland with his two chances created in the match. The midfielder has one goal to go along with a shot, five chances created and six crosses over his last three starts.
Scores opener in draw
David Da Costa scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus Sporting Kansas City.
Analysis: Da Costa scored the opener in the 10th minute with his fifth goal in the season. The midfielder had a quiet outing stat-wise after that. He started in all his 24 appearances in 2026, also logging seven assists over that span.
Scores team lone goal
David Da Costa scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal), four crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-1 loss against San Jose Earthquakes.
Analysis: The Portuguese midfielder emerged as one of the few bright spots for Portland Timbers during their setback against San Jose Earthquakes, striking late to get his side on the scoresheet. He proved central to the team's offensive output throughout the match, finishing with two total attempts and three chances created. He has stepped straight back into the starting XI following a brief absence under concussion protocol, producing three shots and five chances created over his last two starts to anchor the Timbers' forward play.
Starting versus Atlanta
Da Costa (concussion) has made the starting lineup for Saturday's matchup against Atlanta United.
Analysis: Da Costa has left his concussion behind and is available for regular workload as expected. His return to the main squad leads Joao Ortiz back to a bench role. The Portuguese was in good form before picking up the issue, having posted 12 shots (seven on goal), 20 chances created, two goals and five assists throughout his last 10 league games.
Expected to play vs. Atlanta
Da Costa (concussion) is expected to play Saturday against Atlanta United, according to Timbers beat writer Adam Susman.
Analysis: Da Costa missed the 2-1 loss to FC Dallas with a concussion, but he returned to training earlier in the week, and all signs point to him playing in the upcoming contest. The talented playmaker has been a bright spot for the Timbers all season long, tallying three goals and seven assists across 21 league appearances in 2026.
Back in training
Da Costa (concussion) is back in training Tuesday and could be an option for Saturday's game against Atlanta United, Timbers beat reporter Adam Susman reports.
Analysis: Da Costa missed the 2-1 loss to FC Dallas this past weekend due to the concussion protocol, but his early return to training this week is a good sign for his availability ahead of the weekend. Da Costa has been a key player for Portland this season, notching three goals and seven assists in 21 appearances in 2026.
In concussion protocol
Da Costa will miss at least one game after landing in the concussion protocol due to the head injury that forced him off in the midweek clash with St. Louis, per manager Marti Cifuentes, Jeremy Peterman of Cascadia FC reports.
Analysis: Da Costa is not available for the visit to FC Dallas and will remain a doubt for subsequent fixtures until he clears the mandatory protocol. This forces the Timbers to do without one of their best attackers for the first time since March, which may lead Ariel Lassiter to a No. 10 spot while more defensive-minded players like Joao Ortiz or Diego Chara step into more active roles. Prior to this issue, the Portuguese excelled with three goals and seven assists over 21 MLS outings.
Leaves with injury versus St. Louis
Da Costa suffered a blow to the head that led to his substitution in the opening stages of Wednesday's meeting with St. Louis City.
Analysis: Da Costa is a key attacking player for Portland, so losing him would imply a huge problem after he was hit by a ball with plenty of force in the midweek match. However, the exact severity of the issue remains to be determined heading into upcoming MLS game weeks. The Portuguese was in great form after recording three goals and four assists over his last 10 appearances across all competitions, and it would be difficult for the team to find a more inspired option to fill in for him. During the match against St. Louis, it was a more defensive-minded Diego Chara who subbed on for Da Costa.
Assists in win
David Da Costa assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 5-4 victory against Minnesota United.
Analysis: Da Costa provided one assist during Saturday's win. The midfielder sent in three crosses from three corners and was involved on set-pieces in general throughout the match. That role helps him maintain a solid floor and if Portland keep scoring anywhere near this rate Da Costa will have plenty of upside moving forward in the back half of the MLS campaign.
Scores again
Da Costa scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Los Angeles Football Club.
Analysis: Da Costa struck again Saturday, marking his second straight match with a goal. He's shaken off his drought and is in strong form, posting two goals and three assists across his last six appearances while creating 16 chances in that stretch.
Ends league scoring drought
David Da Costa scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Wednesday's 3-1 win over San Diego FC.
Analysis: Da Costa finally returned to the scoresheet in league action, ending a 12 game drought to net just his second league goal of the campaign, though he had found the net in Leagues Cup play during that stretch. The midfielder was quieter in the creative department this time, failing to create a chance for the first time in nine games, a run in which he had recorded six assists and created 24 chances.
Tallies assist
Da Costa assisted once to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Seattle Sounders FC.
Analysis: Da Costa provided an assist Saturday, giving him six on the season to go along with one goal in 15 appearances. The tally matches his career high, and he's been a strong presence in Portland's midfield, creating 30 chances and delivering 22 crosses.
Creates season high five chances
David Da Costa registered two shots (one on goal), five crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 2-1 win over Real Salt Lake.
Analysis: Da Costa topped his side's chances created chart alongside Kristofer Velde with a season high five and did so without taking a single corner, but a second straight game without a goal contribution will be a source of frustration. Across those two outings he has generated eight chances, delivered six crosses and registered three shots, the numbers of a player who has been unlucky not to have more to show for his creative efforts.
Pair of assists Thursday
Da Costa assisted twice to go with two shots (two on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and four chances created in Thursday's 5-1 victory over Seattle Sounders FC.
Analysis: Da Costa was in a good run of form heading into the World Cup break, and that two-month break did not appear to slow him down. He assisted two of his side's five goals Thursday and he tied a season-high with four chances created. Over his last five appearances he has recorded five assists and created 13 chances, and excellent run for the midfielder. He'll look to continue this form Wednesday versus FC Dallas.
Logs another assist
Da Costa assisted once to go with three crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 loss to San Jose Earthquakes.
Analysis: Da Costa logged an excellent through-ball that Antony subsequently used to record the Timbers' lone goal Saturday. The former's last four appearances include three assists.
Records two assists
Da Costa assisted twice to go with one cross (zero accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 6-0 victory against Sporting Kansas City.
Analysis: Da Costa started the game impressively, assisting in both the sixth and 15th minutes. He also completed 51 of 53 attempted passes. This was the first time in over two years that he recorded two goal contributions in a single game.
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