NKOSI TAFARI NEWS

Back with Dallas Tafari is returning to Dallas after his option for 2025 was picked up, the club announced.

Impact Tafari is set to return to Dallas with his option picked up for another year. The defender has been a major contributor in each of the last four seasons, making this an unsurprising move. Tafari played 2,251 minutes in 2024, scoring three times and keeping four clean sheets.

NOVEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over DC United Tafari scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-3 win versus D.C. United.

Impact Tafari scored an early equalizer for Dallas in this match, as he took advantage of a perfect corner kick from the right wing to drill a volley from inside the box. This was Tafari's third goal of the season, but as a center-back, he's expected to earn most of his value through defensive stats.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Bags goal Tafari scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Thursday's 3-2 win over Portland Timbers.

Impact Tafari scored a slighly rare goal Thursday, finding the back of the net in the 61st minute off of a Sebastian Lletget assist. This marks Tafari's second goal of the campaign, with both coming in his past five appearances. He was also decent in the defense, notching two tackles won and three clearances.

JULY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal in victory Tafari scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-0 victory over St. Louis City SC.

Impact Tafari doubled the lead by heading Sebastian Lletget's set piece cross during the 81st minute against St. Louis. In addition to the goal, Tafari was involved in defensive duties and recorded a clean sheet while winning all of his eight duels as the left-sided member of a back three. He scored for only the first time this season, though he could continue to take advantage of his height to win in aerial play as long as he stays in the lineup.

JUNE 15 • ROTOWIRE

Back from suspension Tafari completed his one-game suspension and will be available for Dallas' next match against Minnesota United on Saturday.

Impact Tafari has made 12 appearances (11 starts) for Dallas this season, and the center-back should make an immediate return to the starting lineup. He's recorded eight straight games with multiple clearances, and most of his fantasy value is tied to what he can do as a defensive presence.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

FC Dallas' Nkosi Tafari fined by MLS Disciplinary Committee | MLSSoccer.com The MLS Disciplinary Committee has issued one fine following Matchday 17 of the 2024 season.

MAY 31 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Given red card Tafari picked up two yellow cards and was sent off in the 82nd minute of Wednesday's 3-1 defeat versus Los Angeles Galaxy. He generated two clearances before his removal.

Impact Tafari was handed a double yellow card and is set for a one match suspension. He's started six of the last seven matches played, recording 10 tackles, 34 clearances and eight blocks in that span. This puts him at an average of about 3.9 clearances per game. The veteran Omar Gonzalez is set to get the start at center back alongside Sebastian Ibeagha for the clash with LAFC.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

SSFC Spotlight: Nkosi Tafari receives first USMNT call-up The centre-back is coming off of a strong year in MLS.

JANUARY 17 • STARSANDSTRIPESFC.COM

One shot in defeat Tafari had one shot on target and made six clearances in Friday's 1-0 defeat to Seattle.

Impact Dallas did not carry much of an attacking threat and Tafari was responsible for their only effort at goal, a header that was easily saved. The defender made decent progress this season, starting all but a handful of games and picking up an impressive haul of attacking returns (three goals and three assists) for a centre-back.

NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes 10 clearances in loss Nkosi Tafari recorded three shots (one on goal), 10 clearances, four interceptions and three tackles (two won) in Monday's 2-0 defeat versus Seattle Sounders FC. In addition, he wa...

Impact Nkosi Tafari had a good defensive outing, but it wasn't enough to avoid the loss on the road. The centerback led his side in clearances as usual, matching his season-high. He also received his fifth yellow card so far, though.

NOVEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists on opening goal Nkosi Tafari assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-1 win versus Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Nkosi Tafari helped his side open up an early lead with an assist on a through ball to Bernard Kamungo in the third minute of play. Soon after, he had another attempt of his own blocked but then settled back into a mostly defensive mindset the rest of the way.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal in draw Nkosi Tafari registered an own goal and one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Columbus Crew.

Impact Tafari scored an own goal in the 24th minute Saturday, an unfortunate deflection in the box that gave Columbus an early 1-0 lead. He had a fairly uninspiring performance outside of the own goal as well, as he made three clearances and blocked one shot in his full 90 minutes of action.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 10 clearances versus St. Louis Tafari made 10 clearances and three blocks during Wednesday's 2-1 loss against St. Louis.

Impact Tafari had a lot of work coming his way with his side having to play with one man down since the 12th minute and did a very solid job, racking up double-digit clearances and dominating against opposing forwards. However, the center-back couldn't prevent the opposition from scoring twice in a three-minute span during the closing stages of the contest. With 29 clearances over his last six starts, the center-back has been a very reliable fantasy contributor as of late.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

FC Dallas hail Nkosi Tafari as "one of the best center backs" after clutch rivalry winner  | MLSSoccer.com With triple-digit Texas summer heat taking its toll and their talismanic striker Jesús Ferreira sidelined by illness and noticeable rust fro...

AUGUST 27, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Tafari scores late to lift Dallas to 1-0 victory over Austin

Defender Nkosi Tafari scored late in second-half stoppage time to rally FC Dallas to a 1-0 victory over Austin FC

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Tafari's last-gasp goal lifts FC Dallas past Austin FC Nkosi Tafari scored a shocking game-winning goal on the final action of the match to lift host FC Dallas to a wild 1-0 win over short-handed...

AUGUST 27, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Tafari's last-gasp goal lifts FC Dallas past Austin FC Nkosi Tafari scored a shocking game-winning goal on the final action of the match to lift host FC Dallas to a wild 1-0 win over short-handed...

AUGUST 27, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

Scores goal Tafari scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's win over Austin FC.

Impact Tafari logged the goal that ultimately cemented three points for FC Dallas. Across the 2023 MLS season, he has three goals, which triples what he scored between 2020 and 2022.

AUGUST 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in loss Nkosi Tafari had two clearances and one interception in Sunday's 2-1 loss against Colorado Rapids.

Impact Nkosi Tafari had a quiet match Saturday, recording only two clearances. He typically averages about 3.7 clearances per game while generating 71 overall this season.

JULY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Tafari is in the lineup for Saturday's match against the Colorado Rapids.

Impact Tafari had been listed on the injury report, but looks healthy as he is starting Saturday. He's recorded a goal with 30 clearances in the last six matches, five of them coming as starts.

JULY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

In doubt for weekend Tafari (undisclosed) is listed as questionable for Saturday's against the Colorado Rapids.

Impact Tafari could sit out Saturday as he is currently dealing with an undisclosed injury. If this is the case, then Jose Martinez could get the start, if he recovers in time for the weekend. He's appeared in 11 straight matches, totaling a goal and an assist with 44 clearances in that span.

JULY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assists against LAFC Tafari provided an assist, made five clearances and two interceptions and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 2-0 win over LAFC.

Impact Tafari did a solid job at the heart of the defense as usual but this time his biggest contribution came on the attacking end as he nodded a throw in sent straight into the box towards youngster Bernard Kamungo, who just had to anticipate the goalkeeper and slot the ball home to open the scoring for Dallas in the 56th minute. With two goals and two assists over 17 MLS appearances, the center back has been a huge offensive threat on aerial set pieces while also filling the stat sheet on the less glamourous end throughout this season.

JULY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in draw Nkosi Tafari scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's 1-1 draw against San Jose Earthquakes.

Impact Tafari scored once, his second goal in 10 starts. The defender isn't a major goal-scoring threat, but has already set a new career-high with two goals. The defender is up to three goal contributions and seems set for a larger role in 2023 with 11 appearances in 14 matches, keeping just one clean sheet in that span.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nkosi Tafari's late goal allows FC Dallas to tie Earthquakes Nkosi Tafari’s goal four minutes into second-half stoppage time allowed visiting FC Dallas to a produce a 1-1 draw with the San Jose Earthqu...

MAY 28, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Nkosi Tafari's late goal allows FC Dallas to tie Earthquakes Nkosi Tafari’s goal four minutes into second-half stoppage time allowed visiting FC Dallas to a produce a 1-1 draw with the San Jose Earthqu...

MAY 28, 2023 • MIAMIHERALD.COM