Wikelman José Carmona Torres
CFM
AM (RW)
Shadow Striker
Feb 24, 2003 (23)
Left
5'8"
157 lb
CF MontréalSpotted back in training
Carmona (knee) was spotted in training Monday as he continues to work his way back from an injury sustained in June.
Analysis: Carmona sustained the injury in training on June 25 and was expected to miss around two months, and his return to training Monday keeps him on the proposed schedule to return to action. The midfielder is likely to need a week or two before he's fully ready to return to action, with the games against the Galaxy on Saturday, or the matchup against Inter Miami on Aug. 29, as options for his return.
Running again, still weeks away
Carmona (knee) was back running again, but is still expected to be out for a further four weeks, according to Maxime Truman of DL Coulisses.
Analysis: Carmona is starting to make some progress in his return from a knee injury, as the midfielder was back on grass running Tuesday. However, he will still need to see a jump to team training before he returns. He will likely remain out another three to four weeks if that is the case, making his return in the later stages of August.
Out several weeks
Carmona (knee) sustained a knee injury during a contact situation in training at the Centre Nutrilait and will miss several weeks of activity, though surgery will not be required, according to Maxime Truman.
Analysis: Carmona had been arguably CF Montreal's best player before the World Cup break, making his absence a significant blow for the club heading into the second half of the MLS season. The injury comes at a difficult time with the club already short of attacking options following Ivan Jaime's return to Europe, putting pressure on sporting director Luca Saputo to accelerate discussions around offensive reinforcements. Noah Streit and Hennadii Synchuk are expected to seize the opportunity on the wing in his absence, though the club's playoff qualification push means they cannot afford to wait long before addressing the attacking depth concerns that have emerged over the break.
Assists in 4-4 draw
Carmona assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 4-4 draw versus D.C. United.
Analysis: Carmona provided an assist for Prince-Osei Owusu to help Montreal come from behind and draw 4-4. He has started 10 games this season, including the last five in a row. He has provided two assists this season and also scored four. This was the third game this season that he has created four or more chances.
Finds net and drives creativity
Carmona scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Portland Timbers.
Analysis: Carmona was the most creative player on the pitch, leading the game with seven chances created but was unable to add an assist to his name despite his impressive creative output, with his only goal contribution coming from his own finish as he converted one of his two shots on target. His repositioning to the right wing over the last three games, two of which have come in the league, has unlocked a new level of offensive production, with seven shots and 12 chances created in those two league appearances highlighting how well the role suits him.
Starts versus Atlanta
Carmona (ankle) has made the starting lineup for Saturday's visit to Atlanta United.
Analysis: Carmona has been cleared to play again and is immediately back in action after overcoming his injury, taking an attacking spot from Noah Streit. Carmona has produced three goals along with one assist across seven league games while averaging 1.4 shots (0.7 on goal) and 1.3 chances created per contest this campaign. He's also valuable for occasional set-piece numbers as he shares those duties with Ivan Jaime.
Back with group
Carmona (ankle) is back in the group and training for Montreal, per Maxime Truman of DL Coulisses.
Analysis: Carmona is on the right direction with a return soon after missing the last two matches with an ankle injury. If all goes well, he can see a return as soon as Saturday vs Atlanta, where he will bring midfield depth.
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