Evander
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AM (CM)
Shadow Striker
Jun 9, 1998 (27)
Right
5'11"
168 lb
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Involved in five goals Saturday
Evander scored two goals and assisted thrice from four shots and nine chances created in Saturday's 6-2 victory over Orlando City.
Analysis: Evander delivered one of the league's most dominant individual performances of the year, scoring twice on counterattacks, with one left-footed finish from inside the box and another strike from distance with his right foot, while his three assists came from a corner kick and two short passes. He also set new season highs with nine chances created, six accurate crosses and five fouls drawn. His brilliant momentum has lifted him to 15 combined goals and assists on the 2026 campaign, which represents the second-highest mark in MLS behind Lionel Messi's 17.
Two Assists in draw
Evander assisted twice to go with two shots (two on goal), two crosses (two accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus San Diego FC.
Analysis: Evander was the standout creative performer in Saturday's 3-3 draw at Snapdragon Stadium, first threading a precise through ball in the first half that carved open San Diego's backline for Kenji Mboma Dem to finish, then delivering the corner in the second half that Tom Barlow converted in traffic to give his side a 2-1 lead. The Brazilian playmaker operates as the creative hub behind Cincinnati's strikers, and his influence on both goals illustrated why he is the most important figure in his side's attacking structure. Evander has now recorded seven goals and three assists across 13 MLS appearances this season, establishing himself as one of the best attacking midfielders in MLS this campaign.
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