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Reaching 370: Diego Chara closing in on notable milestone

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Timbers captain Diego Chara played in his 370th league match on Saturday at NYCFC, the second-most games played for a single club in MLS history, and is closing in on a notable milestone.

It’s territory that few players in Major League Soccer have reached; it takes consistency, durability and leadership.

On Saturday against New York City FC at Yankee Stadium, Portland Timbers captain Diego Chara played in his 370th league match, which is the second-most games played for a single club in league history. He is just six matches away from reaching the record of 376 held by longtime San Jose Earthquakes striker Chris Wondolowski.

The top-five players with the most games played for a single club features some notable names across the league’s history: Nick Rimando (369, Real Salt Lake), Graham Zusi (355, Sporting KC) and Kyle Beckerman (350, Real Salt Lake).

Chara, the Timbers all-time leader in games played across all eras, is one of just 19 players in MLS history to have played in 370 or more regular-season games.

Soccer Celebration | June 12-15 in Pioneer Courthouse Square

Soccer Celebration | June 12-15 in Pioneer Courthouse Square

The Timbers Soccer Celebration will be at Portland’s Pioneer Courthouse Square this June.! With supporting partners adidas and McDonald’s, the Soccer Celebration will feature interactive activities, local food carts, merchandise stands, fan giveaways as well as live viewings of select FIFA World Cup 26™ matches, all taking place in “Portland’s living room” from June 12-June 15. The events are free to attend for fans of all ages.

Soccer Celebration 2 Pack - As low as $99

Soccer Celebration 2 Pack - As low as $99

Get tickets to the July 22 match against FC Dallas, the Aug. 19 game against San Diego FC + get a Club & Country Scarf!