
Nkosi Tafari
Los Angeles FC/D/
Player Info
Nkosi Tafari is a commanding American center-back for Los Angeles FC, known for his physical presence and aerial dominance in Major League Soccer. Born on March 23, 1997, Tafari stands at an imposing 193 cm and weighs 87 kg, making him a formidable figure in defense. His early career saw him develop through the American collegiate system before making his professional breakthrough. He joined Los Angeles FC, where he has become a key defensive pillar. His key stats and highlights include crucial clearances and goals from set-pieces, contributing to his team's defensive solidity and his market value of 1.5 million euros. His main honors with LAFC include a Supporters' Shield and an MLS Cup victory, cementing his reputation as a winner. Known for his calm demeanor and leadership at the back, Tafari's style is built on strong tackling, excellent positional sense, and an ability to play out from the defense. He is currently regarded as one of the more reliable defenders in the league, with a growing reputation for his consistent performances.
Overview
Honors
Main Position
Strengths
Weaknesses
Transfer History
2025/01/22
290000€
Transfer
2020/11/29
Loan Ended
2020/10/02
Loan
Matches
Competition
Time
Round
Home
VS
Away
HT
Rating
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Statistics
2025
Matches
Games Played
3
Games Started
3
Minutes Per Game
270
Offensive Data
Goals(PK)
0
Assists
-
Scoring Freguency(Minutes)
-
Shots Per Game
1
Accurate Passes Per Game
137
Key Passes Per Game
1
Accurate Long Balls Per Game
10
Accurate Crosses Per Game
0
Success Dribbles Per Game
0
Defense Data
Tackles Per Game
3
Interceptions Per Game
5
Clearances Per Game
11
Block Shots Per Game
-
Other Data
Yellow Cards
0
Yellow-Red
-
Red Cards
0
Turnovers Per Game
-
Fouls Per Game
0
Be Fouled Per Game
2

