TONY ALFARO NEWS

Makes seven clearances in draw Alfaro had two tackles (one won) and seven clearances in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Real Salt Lake. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 66th minute.

Impact Alfado had a good defensive outing, but couldnt't help the Galaxy earn the home win after opening a 2-0 lead in the first half. The centerback led his side in clearances and tackles during the match. He also received his third yellow card of the season, though.

OCTOBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Traded to LA Alfaro will head to the West after New York City F.C sent him on a trade to the Los Angeles Galaxy for $125,000 in 2023 General Allocation Money with an additional $375,000 if cert...

Impact Alfaro had not been given much of a role since he joined the club in the offseason, failing to make an appearance during his first 13 matches. He started just four times in both Maxime Chanot and Thiago Martins' absence, however with Justin Haak's superb performance at center back in recent matches, there is no room for the defender on the team anymore. Alfaro will join the Galaxy, who are down a defender with Martin Caceres (knee) ruled out until October. However, he will enter a competitive pool of center backs of Kelvin Leerdam, Chris Mavinga, Jalen Neal and Eriq Zavaleta.

JULY 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

NYCFC trade D Tony Alfaro to Galaxy for GAM New York City FC traded defender Tony Alfaro to the L.A.

JULY 11, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

LA Galaxy acquire defender Tony Alfaro from NYCFC | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - LA receive: Tony Alfaro - NYC receive: Up to $500k GAM The LA Galaxy have acquired veteran MLS defender Ton...

JULY 11, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Begins to get minutes with club Alfaro played three minutes in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus New England Revolution.

Impact Alfaro has begun to make appearances with the team, making his season debut on May 27 against Philadelphia after being an unused sub the first 13 matches of the year. With Maxime Chanot set to serve a one-match suspension (yellow card accumulation), the defender could see another start alongside James Sands and Justin Haak on June 10 versus Real Salt Lake with Thiago Martins (knee) still dealing with a knee injury.

JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starts Wednesday Alfaro started and played 90 minutes during Wednesday's 1-0 defeat to FC Cincinnati during the U.S Open Cup.

Impact Alfaro played Wednesday after dealing with lower back issues last week. With this start, the defender looks to get minutes with the team after failing to make a league appearance with New York after signing from D.C. United in the offseason.

MAY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with injury Alfaro was not an option during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Charlotte F.C with a lower body injury.

Impact Alfaro has yet to make his season debut with the club in the first 11 matches of the season. With Maxime Chanot and Thiago Martins leading the back line, it leaves the defender low in the depth chart, especially with James Sands an option to play in the back when needed.

MAY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

NYCFC add defender Tony Alfaro in free agency | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing New York City FC have signed free-agent defender Tony Alfaro through the 2023 MLS season with an option for...

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Signs with NYC FC Alfaro signed with NYC FC on a one-year deal with an option for a second year, the club announced.

Impact Alfaro was signed by NYC FC after being let go by D.C. United. Alfaro made 43 appearances in the nations capital, taking a consistent role in central defense. Alfaro will likely begin the season as a depth option with NYC FC, though he certainly offers experience in leading a defense and could be a strong option for the club in 2023.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

First assist on campaign Alfaro assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate), and one chance created in Sunday's 5-2 defeat against FC Cincinnati.

Impact Alfaro got on the stat sheet for the first time this year with an assist to the rookie Kristian Fletcher. He struggled with ankle injuries that excluded him from several games on the season. The 29-year-old will end the year with one assist, 33 clearances, 14 interceptions, and 10 tackles (seven won) in 18 appearances.

OCTOBER 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs three blocks in loss Alfaro recorded three blocks and one corner kick during Saturday's 1-0 loss to New England.

Impact Alfaro appeared in his fifth start of the 2022 season and struggled on the defense only recording three blocks. After missing four straight games due to an ankle injury, Alfaro is working toward getting back to top form. With three straight appearances and recording seven clearances, four blocks and three interceptions, Alfaro is likely to find himself back in a more permanent spot in the starting XI.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Makes five clearances in draw Alfaro made one tackle (won), two interceptions, five clearances and one block in Saturday's 0-0 draw to NY Red Bulls.

Impact Alfaro had a good defensive outing to help them keep their first clean sheet in the season. The centerback led his side in clearances during the match, while also winning eight aerial duels. That was his fourth start in 11 appearances and first since late-May.

AUGUST 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Features in friendly Alfaro (ankle) subbed in and played 15 minutes in Wednesday's club friendly against Bayern Munich.

Impact Alfaro has missed his side's last two MLS games with an ankle injury, but he was fit enough to feature against Bayern and should also be available for selection versus Montreal on Saturday.

JULY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with ankle injury Alfaro missed Wednesday's draw against the Crew due to an ankle injury, and he will be questionable for Saturday's clash against Minnesota United as well.

Impact Alfaro has slid down the center-back depth chart at D.C. this season, as he's featured just nine times (with three starts) thus far in MLS in 2022.

JULY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On bench in season finale Alfaro was an unused substitute in last weekend's victory against Toronto FC.

Impact Alfaro finishes the season with a goal and an assist along with three clean sheets in 25 MLS appearances (21 starts). D.C. has plenty of options at center back at the moment, and Alfaro will want to prove that he can be a fixture in the first choice XI heading into next year.

NOVEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Cincinnati Alfaro will miss next weekend's clash against Cincinnati with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.

Impact Alfaro picked up a yellow card in Saturday's defeat against Atlanta, meaning he will be suspended for next weekend's match. Andy Najar or Steve Birnbaum could return to the lineup to replace him in central defense for the game.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gets assist in win Alfaro recorded one assist and won three-of-five tackles during Sunday's 2-1 win over CF Montreal.

Impact Alfaro now has one assist, nine tackles made and 12 completed interceptions to his name over the last four matches. With the attack in fine form and Alfaro keeping busy, he's become a solid asset in a position that doesn't always yield much value. Up next is a trip to Nashville, which have scored 26 goals in 18 games.

AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leads team in interceptions Alfaro recorded five interceptions and four clearances during a 1-0 win Sunday versus New York Red Bulls.

Impact Alfaro logged more interceptions than any of the other DC United players. He has started games with them again after Donovan Pines suffered an undisclosed injury. Alfaro recorded 10 interceptions, eight clearances and two tackles won across that three-game span.

JULY 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with potential calf injury Alfaro left after 78 minutes of Sunday's 1-0 loss to Philadelphia with a potential calf problem. Donovan Pines took his place on the pitch.

Impact Alfaro looked to suffer from a cramp late in the game and couldn't complete the full 90 for the first time in four matches. This could be perfect timing for Donovan Pines to take his place in the lineup, as he seems to be healthy enough to play and re-take a spot after his breakout season in 2020. Alfaro's next chance to recover will be in Saturday's trip to Inter Miami.

MAY 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores own goal versus Columbus Alfaro scored an own goal, created one chance, won one tackle, made two interceptions and three clearances in Saturday's 3-1 loss versus Columbus Crew.

Impact Alfaro was unfortunate to score an own goal Saturday, which cost his side to lose all three points. The center back holds little fantasy value outside of racking up defensive stats and being an aerial threat on set piece situations.

MAY 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE