Harry Toffolo
CHL
LB
Balanced Full Back
Aug 19, 1995 (31)
Left
6'0"
157 lb
CharlotteTargeting Aug. 29 return
Toffolo (hamstring) is targeting a return for the Atlanta United match on Aug. 29, according to manager Dean Smith per Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ.
Analysis: Toffolo suffered a setback earlier this month, but the defender is on the grass and inching closer to a return. The double-game week this week comes too soon for him, but Toffolo is aiming to be an option to face Atlanta United on Saturday, Aug. 29. David Schnegg should continue to see time at left-back while Toffolo remains out.
Suffers setback
Toffolo (hamstring) has "found something" in a new scan and is set to miss a couple of weeks, according to manager Dean Smith, per Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ.
Analysis: Toffolo looks to be heading for a further absence as a hamstring injury continues to be a nagging issue, as they found something new in a scan that will set him back a few weeks. This will likely leave the defender to eye a return closer to September, a rough timeline after just returning from injury a few weeks ago. This will force a change, with David Schnegg likely to take over at left-back.
Absent with hamstring issue
Toffolo won't play in the second Leagues Cup clash against Atlas due to a hamstring injury, per manager Dean Smith, Will Palaszczuk of Radio WFNZ reported Thursday.
Analysis: Toffolo's absence leaves Charlotte short of left-back options, with David Schnegg getting the nod in his place. The full extent of Toffolo's issue remains unclear, so whether he returns to activity during the Leagues Cup window or later in the MLS campaign will depend on his progress. However, considering he's a first-unit player and the fact that he already dealt with a moderate muscle injury this season, he could be reserved for the more important games heading into the decisive stages of the season.
Back available after injury
Toffolo is back available for Wednesday's clash against Atlanta after recovering from his hamstring injury, according to coach Dean Smith, per TopBin90.
Analysis: Toffolo had been working his way back from a hamstring injury that kept him out for an extended stretch, having started all 10 of his appearances before going down. His return to availability is a positive development for the squad, giving the club back a regular contributor to the back line of the Crown as MLS resumes after the World Cup break.
Trains Monday
Toffolo (hamstring) is back in training and nearing a return soon, according to Will Palaszczuk.
Analysis: Toffolo was close to resuming training last week and is now back in training, as the defender plans to return to play soon. This will leave him with a chance to return in one of the two matches this week, a good sign for him. He started in all 10 appearances before his injury, and should return to a starting role at left back once fit.
Close to resuming practice
Toffolo (hamstring) is "progressing, hoping to get him back on the grass [to train]" while he continues to work on his injury recovery, coach Dean Smith said Thursday, per Will Palaszczuk.
Analysis: Toffolo may stay out for a few more games as his exact recovery timeline is unclear, although he could be training over the next few weeks. He was very active at left-back before getting hurt, delivering a pair of assists across 10 starts and averaging 2.6 crosses, 2.8 clearances and 2.1 tackles per contest. David Schnegg should continue to fill in until Toffolo is back in contention.
Set to miss several week
Toffolo has been ruled out for a couple of weeks with a tendon injury in the area of his right hamstring, with coach Dean Smith hoping he can return before the World Cup break but acknowledging it remains to be seen, according to Carroll R. Walton of The Charlotte Ledger.
Analysis: Toffolo had not missed a start at left-back all season before the injury struck, making his absence a significant blow for Charlotte. The scan results have provided more clarity on the nature of the issue, and the club will monitor his progress carefully over the coming weeks before making any firm commitments on his return date. David Schnegg is expected to cover at left-back in his absence until Toffolo is cleared to return.
Set for scans
Toffolo (thigh) is set for scans to determine the severity of his injury, according to Will Palaszczuk.
Analysis: Toffolo went down injured over the weekend with a leg injury and is now in need of some further testing, as his club hopes he avoided a major injury. He has yet to miss a start at left-back all season, so this is something to monitor, especially after he injured his leg to end last campaign. If he is to miss time, David Schnegg is a likely replacement.
Injured in Nashville clash
Toffolo left the field due to a potential thigh issue during the first half of Saturday's 4-2 loss to Nashville.
Analysis: Toffolo succumbed to a pain early in the weekend's game, making his status a big concern for a side that hasn't started a different left-back in the current campaign. If he has sustained a muscle problem, he'll be unlikely to take part in upcoming contests. David Schnegg took his place after the incident and should be the main beneficiary of any playing time the English defender is forced to miss.
Bags assist
Toffolo assisted once to go with three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win over New York City FC.
Analysis: Toffolo left Saturday with an assist for his second of the season. From left back, he's generated 22 crosses with 27 clearances and making 21 tackles in eight appearances, all of them coming as starts.
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