Aaron Long
LAF
CB
Back Line Anchor
Oct 12, 1992 (33)
Right
6'1"
174 lb
Los Angeles FCRanking
Grades
Key Grades
2026 Major League Soccer
Overall Grades by game
2026 Major League Soccer
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On bench Saturday
Long (leg) is on the bench Saturday against San Diego.
Analysis: Long could replace either Nkosi Tafari or Ryan Porteous during the weekend's clash, though he might not be risked after struggling with a leg injury in recent days. The experienced defender will aim to recover a starting spot in subsequent matches, having made four consecutive MLS starts prior to the issue. Over that period, he averaged 7.0 clearances per game while helping his team to two clean sheets.
Questionable with leg concern
Long is dealing with a leg problem, and his availability will be a late decision for Saturday's meeting with San Diego, according to the MLS player status report.
Analysis: Long is an experienced USMNT center-back who brings defensive leadership and aerial strength to LAFC's back line, and his leg concern comes at the worst possible time with Igor Jesus (knee) and Sergi Palencia (groin) also sidelined. If the veteran can't play, Nkosi Tafari could join Ryan Porteous in the central pairing, with the versatile Eddie Segura adding another alternative.
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