Active in Major League Soccer
Nkosi Tafari
Defender #91
Age 29 years
Nationality USA
Market Value €1.5M
Career
No transfer history
Archetypes earned from what we've seen this season.
Player Season Cards
Nkosi Tafari's season performance cards
Silver
SHIELD
1.2 Blocks/90
1.2 Blocks/90
0.9 Interceptions/90
24 Tackles + Blocks
Nkosi Tafari Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 94%
Weight 93%
Experience 68%
vs Major League Soccer
Height 95%
Weight 92%
Experience 72%
Traits
GIANT
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 46
Shooting 12
Defense 61
Workrate 18
Passing 47
Key Strength 61 Defense
Area to Watch 12 Shooting
Match Stats
Recent appearances across all competitions
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2026 | Los Angeles FC 3-1 Austin | 0' | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 57 |
| Oct 11, 2026 | Los Angeles FC 1-1 Vancouver Whitecaps | 0' | 0.0 | 0 | 0 | 57 |
| Sep 27, 2026 | FC Dallas 1-0 Los Angeles FC | 46' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| Sep 19, 2026 | San Jose Earthquakes 2-2 Los Angeles FC | 49' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Sep 13, 2026 | Sporting Kansas City 3-1 Los Angeles FC | 90' | 6.4 | 0 | 0 | 62 |
| Sep 10, 2026 | Los Angeles FC 2-0 New York Red Bulls | 90' | 7.5 | 0 | 0 | 39 |
| Sep 06, 2026 | Real Salt Lake 2-2 Los Angeles FC | 90' | 6.8 | 0 | 0 | 69 |
| Aug 29, 2026 | DC United 0-0 Los Angeles FC | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Aug 23, 2026 | Los Angeles FC 1-1 Portland Timbers | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 75 |
| Aug 20, 2026 | Colorado Rapids 1-0 Los Angeles FC | 45' | 5.9 | 0 | 0 | 55 |
| Aug 16, 2026 | Los Angeles FC 0-1 San Diego | 90' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 77 |
| Aug 01, 2026 | Vancouver Whitecaps 1-1 Los Angeles FC | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 59 |
| Jul 26, 2026 | Los Angeles FC 4-0 Sporting Kansas City | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 46 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | Los Angeles FC 3-1 Real Salt Lake | 90' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 58 |
| Jul 18, 2026 | Los Angeles Galaxy 0-3 Los Angeles FC | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 38 |
| May 25, 2026 | Los Angeles FC 1-0 Seattle Sounders | 7' | - | 0 | 0 | 41 |
| May 18, 2026 | Nashville SC 3-2 Los Angeles FC | 95' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 83 |
| May 14, 2026 | St. Louis City 2-1 Los Angeles FC | 90' | 6.9 | 0 | 1 | 54 |
| May 11, 2026 | Los Angeles FC 1-4 Houston Dynamo | 93' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 65 |
| May 03, 2026 | San Diego 2-2 Los Angeles FC | 102' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 79 |
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| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 17, 2026 | New York City FC vs Los Angeles FC | 55 |
| Oct 26, 2026 | Los Angeles FC vs Los Angeles Galaxy | 42 |
| Nov 02, 2026 | Los Angeles FC vs Minnesota United FC | 44 |
| Nov 08, 2026 | Seattle Sounders vs Los Angeles FC | 43 |
Player Market Value
Track Nkosi Tafari's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €1.5M
Peak Value €1.8M (Q2'24)
€1.8M €900K €0
Q1'20 Q3'20 Q4'20 Q3'21 Q4'21 Q4'22 Q3'23 Q4'23 Q2'24 Q4'24 Q2'25 Q4'25
Nkosi Tafari is establishing himself as LAFC's bronze engine at the back. Arriving in Los Angeles in early 2025, the towering 29-year-old American is still building his portfolio in black and gold, but his imposing physical presence sets a demanding tone.
With 450 minutes played across five appearances, Tafari is on an upward trajectory. Though our sample size is still emerging, the underlying data points to a center-back hitting top form. Our verdict on his standout Defense is backed up by a silver SHIELD badge—proof of his elite shot-blocking and willingness to put his body on the line. He plays with the kind of relentless Intensity you need during a gritty playoff push, acting as a tireless motor to break up opposition attacks.
Valued at a stable €2M, Tafari represents reliable depth with a high physical ceiling. As he continues to cement his place, his combination of size and defensive work rate will be crucial for the club's long-term ambitions.