Portland Timbers set press conference for club legend Diego Chara

The 40-year-old holds the MLS record for one-club starts.

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A press conference for Portland Timbers and MLS legend Diego Chara is set for Monday. Chara, 40, has made 508 appearanc Via @tombogert on X

What happened: Diego Chara is scheduled to meet with the media on Monday, Oct. 26, at 12:00 p.m., per Tom Bogert. The Portland Timbers will carry the session via live stream on the club's YouTube channel.

Why it matters: Chara has anchored Portland's midfield since arriving in 2011 and helped lead the club to the 2015 MLS Cup title. Calling a standalone press conference for a 40-year-old franchise cornerstone marks a pivotal moment for the club's longest-tenured player.

By the numbers: Chara has logged 508 appearances for Portland since 2011, including 25 appearances in 2026, while setting the all-time MLS record for most starts with one team.

What to watch: Chara will address reporters Monday at noon as Portland enters its offseason.

Sources

@TomBogert 2026-10-23T17:11:39.604987+00:00

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