Eddie Segura
LAF
Left Back
Center Midfielder
Possession Builder
Feb 2, 1997 (29)
Right
5'10"
154 lb
Starting against SKC
Segura (leg) is in the initial lineup for Saturday's game against Sporting Kansas City.
Analysis: Segura has achieved a fast recovery from his injury, bouncing back into a spot as part of a center-back pairing alongside Nkosi Tafari. Prior to the issue, Segura was averaging 48.1 accurate passes, 3.0 clearances and 1.7 tackles per game in league play. He'll aim to improve on those numbers while holding occasional clean sheet chances for the remainder of the year. His inclusion in the starting XI will push Aaron Long to a backup role.
Added to injury report
Segura is questionable for the time being due to a leg injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.
Analysis: Segura is a new addition to LAFC's report this matchday with a leg concern, and with Porteous already ruled out, his questionable status is particularly significant given that LAFC could be dealing with multiple important absences on Wednesday. He's an experienced midfielder and defender whose availability is critical to their backline organization. If he misses out, Marco Delgado could be a replacement in the midfield.
Three shots in home defeat
Segura had three shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss versus San Diego FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 62nd minute.
Analysis: Segura took three shots as his side fell to a 1-0 defeat to San Diego. The midfielder is still waiting on his first goal this season, having only scored one goal in the last five seasons. He put one of his shots on target and also created a chance. The midfielder did pick up a booking as part of his four fouls conceded in the game.
Composed defensive shift in draw
Segura generated two tackles (two won), six clearances and three interceptions in Wednesday's 0-0 draw versus Colorado Rapids.
Analysis: Segura wore the armband and led LAFC to a clean sheet in Wednesday's 0-0 draw against Colorado, putting together a composed and authoritative shift at the back with three duels won, six clearances, two tackles (both won) and a season-high three interceptions for the Black and Gold. He's now started seven of the club's nine MLS matches this season, anchoring a defense that has delivered six clean sheets. The defender continues to stand out as one of the key leaders along the back line under coach Marc Dos Santos.
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