Timbers Midfielder Diego Chara Undergoes Successful Appendectomy

Published on September 14, 2023 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
Portland Timbers News Release

PORTLAND, Ore. - Portland Timbers midfielder Diego Chara underwent a successful appendectomy on Thursday afternoon, the club announced today.

Chara will miss the Timbers' road match against Austin FC on Sunday, Sept. 17, with a recovery timeline of one to three weeks.

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