
Steven Moreira
31-Year-Old
Columbus Crew
MLS
OUT
Injury Not Injury Related
Est. Return 2/28/2026
2025 Fantasy Outlook
Moreira had an excellent 2024 campaign and was awarded the MLS Defender of the Year for his contributions. He was excellent on both ends of the pitch, as he recorded five goal contributions (two goals and three assists) and kept four clean sheets across 25 starts. Much of his value doesn't show up on the stat sheet, though. He was stout defensively and started many Columbus counter attacks, but didn't often finish those moves. In 2025, he should remain a crucial part of the Crew's defense and attack, making him a solid and consistent fantasy asset.
Won't be available in opener
Moreira won't be available for Saturday's game against Portland on Saturday after losing a member of his family, Patrick Murphy of CBS Sports reports.
ANALYSIS
Moreira is expected to be a regular for the Crew once he returns to the squad, but the club has given him all the time he needs to be with his family during this time. Moreira's next chance to feature will be against Sporting KC on Saturday, Feb. 28, but that would depend on when he's able to return stateside.
Moreira is expected to be a regular for the Crew once he returns to the squad, but the club has given him all the time he needs to be with his family during this time. Moreira's next chance to feature will be against Sporting KC on Saturday, Feb. 28, but that would depend on when he's able to return stateside.
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Option picked up
Moreira will return to Columbus in 2026 after his contract option was picked up, Columbus announced.
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Six crosses in playoff loss
Moreira generated one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss versus FC Cincinnati.
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Keeps clean sheet Sunday
Moreira registered two tackles (two won), four clearances and one interception in Sunday's 1-0 win against Philadelphia Union.
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Starts versus Nashville
Moreira (foot) is in the initial lineup for Wednesday's game versus Nashville.
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Trains Tuesday
Moreira (foot) is training fully after his early exit Saturday and should be an option for Wednesday's match against Nashville, according to manager Wilfried Nancy, per Brianna Mackay of the Columbus Dispatch.
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