Marcus Caldeira
MIN
Center Forward
Poacher
Oct 14, 2004 (22)
Right
6'1"
Nets winner
Caldeira scored one goal to go with three shots (three on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 victory against St. Louis City SC.
Analysis: Caldeira netted the winner in the 86th minute assisted by Joaquin Pereyra. Caldeira covered over three kilometres and also made six passes. He has now netted thrice in the last five games and is up to seven goals for the campaign.
Scores in home draw
Caldeira scored one goal to go with three shots (three on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Houston Dynamo.
Analysis: Caldeira scored his sixth goal in the campaign in the 78th minute to give Minnesota the 2-1 lead, but the couldn't hold it in the end. The forward logged season-highs in shots and chances created during the draw. That was his third appearance off bench to go with seven starts so far.
Back in training with Minnesota
Caldeira is back training with Minnesota after his first senior Canada call-up, according to the club.
Analysis: Caldeira's first Canada call-up ended without a debut, but it carries no fitness implications, and he is back with Minnesota ahead of Saturday's home match against Houston. He has built significant momentum domestically by starting seven of his last eight matches while scoring five goals, putting him in prime position to partner Kelvin Yeboah in the frontline.
Earns first Canada call-up
Caldeira received his first senior Canada call-up ahead of Tuesday's friendly against the United States, according to the club.
Analysis: Caldeira earns his first senior international opportunity after a productive start to his MLS career, recording five goals and one assist while attempting 15 shots across nine appearances, including seven starts. The forward could make his Canada debut against the United States, though it remains to be seen whether he'll return to Minnesota in time for Saturday's clash against Houston Dynamo.
Equalizes on Saturday
Caldeira scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus Los Angeles Galaxy.
Analysis: Caldeira equalized in the 23rd minute assisted by Wil Trapp. Caldeira recorded 10 passes and also made a clearance. He has now registered four goal contributions in the last four games and has totaled six goal contributions in just eight appearances this campaign.
Nets brace in loss
Caldeira scored two goals to go with two shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-4 defeat against Portland Timbers.
Analysis: Caldeira scored two goals during one of the most ridiculous high-scoring matches of the MLS campaign. Neither side showed any semblance of defensive solidity and Caldeira made the absolute most of it. This was an all-out goalfest right from the start. Caldeira will hope to build on this, though few matches are likely to be as raucous as this one was.
Proving worth in lineup
Caldeira scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 3-3 draw against Orlando City SC.
Analysis: After sitting out most of Minnesota United's 2026 season, Caldeira finishes August as a staple of the team, having logged four appearances (three starts) with back-to-back-to-back starts to cap off the month. He has earned the nominations after finishing his four appearances with three G/A, two goals and one assist, as Kelvin Yeboah's strike partner.
First senior goal with Minnesota
Caldeira scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 5-1 victory against San Jose Earthquakes.
Analysis: Caldeira formed a strong partnership with Kelvin Yeboah, with the pair combining for three of the team's five goals. The forward made just his second start, having started in midweek action, marking only his fourth appearance for the senior team. Across his last three games, he has contributed one goal and one assist from four shots and one chance created.
Timely assist in draw
Caldeira assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Real Salt Lake.
Analysis: Caldeira's header off a clearance from goalkeeper Drake Callender was on point, allowing Joaquin Pereyra to make a run and get a touch past Rafael for Minnesota's goal. The forward might get more run off the bench against Atlanta United and it's a good matchup, as the team is last in the Eastern Conference with a minus-13 goal differential.
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