Active in Major League Soccer
Kristoffer Velde
Midfielder #99
Age 26 years
Nationality Norway
Market Value €5M
Career
No transfer history
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Kristoffer Velde is a exceptional GOLD BOOT for Portland Timbers. Evidence: 40% Goal Frequency.
Also shows: above average THREAT (1.7 Shots/90)
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Shooting (88/100) but has room to grow in Defense.
Physical profile: Light And Agile.
Kristoffer Velde Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Midfielders
Height 55%
Weight 11%
Experience 56%
vs Major League Soccer
Height 36%
Weight 6%
Experience 53%
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 55
Shooting 88
Defense 21
Workrate 54
Passing 29
Key Strength 88 Shooting
Area to Watch 21 Defense
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Kristoffer Velde this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 02, 2026 | Real Salt Lake 2-0 Portland Timbers | 91' | 6.5 | - | - | 38 |
| Apr 26, 2026 | San Diego 1-2 Portland Timbers | 97' | 6.0 | - | - | 70 |
| Apr 19, 2026 | Minnesota United FC 2-0 Portland Timbers | 91' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 20 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Portland Timbers 2-1 Los Angeles FC | 96' | 7.7 | 1 | 0 | 85 |
| Apr 05, 2026 | Vancouver Whitecaps 3-2 Portland Timbers | 82' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 96 |
| Mar 22, 2026 | Portland Timbers 1-1 Los Angeles Galaxy | 68' | 7.6 | 1 | 0 | 62 |
| Mar 15, 2026 | Houston Dynamo 3-2 Portland Timbers | 90' | 7.7 | 1 | 0 | 100 |
| Mar 08, 2026 | Portland Timbers 1-4 Vancouver Whitecaps | 90' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 61 |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Colorado Rapids 2-0 Portland Timbers | 90' | 6.0 | 0 | 0 | 52 |
| Feb 22, 2026 | Portland Timbers 3-2 Columbus Crew | 89' | 6.0 | 0 | 0 | 87 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| May 10, 2026 | Portland Timbers vs Sporting Kansas City | 39 |
| May 13, 2026 | CF Montreal vs Portland Timbers | 26 |
| May 17, 2026 | Inter Miami vs Portland Timbers | 30 |
| May 24, 2026 | Portland Timbers vs San Jose Earthquakes | 39 |
| Jul 17, 2026 | Seattle Sounders vs Portland Timbers | 36 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Portland Timbers vs FC Dallas | 30 |
| Jul 26, 2026 | Portland Timbers vs Real Salt Lake | 41 |
| Aug 02, 2026 | Portland Timbers vs Seattle Sounders | 38 |
| Aug 16, 2026 | Chicago Fire vs Portland Timbers | 38 |
| Aug 20, 2026 | Portland Timbers vs San Diego | 44 |
Player Market Value
Track Kristoffer Velde's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €4.5M
Peak Value €6.0M (Q4'23)
€6.0M €3.0M €0
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Kristoffer Velde is establishing his identity as a bronze-tier sniper for Portland Timbers. Having crossed the Atlantic from Olympiacos to build his body of work in a new league, the Norwegian attacker brings an elite European pedigree and makes his mark as a true clinical finisher.
The performance data highlights a highly effective emerging profile. Velde has found the net twice in five appearances, validating his GOLD BOOT credentials with ruthless efficiency. He is on an upward trajectory, with his blistering form surging well ahead of his baseline metrics to make a massive impact. A standout Shooting rating defines his 427 minutes on the pitch, proving he needs very little space to test the goalkeeper. This high-volume attacking output naturally earns him the THREAT badge, as his relentless appetite for goal keeps opposition defenders constantly on high alert. While the sample size is still building, his lethal instincts inside the penalty area turn half-chances into genuine scoring opportunities with devastating precision.
Valued at €4M, his market stock remains stable as he cements his role in the squad. If he sustains this ruthless conversion rate over a longer stretch, this strategic investment will look like an absolute masterstroke for the club's attacking ambitions.