Carlos Garcés
LAG
CB
Back Line Anchor
Oct 11, 2001 (24)
Right
6'1"
165 lb
LA GalaxyClears suspension
Garces is eligible again for the match against Montreal following his red-card ban.
Analysis: Garces should be ready to contend for a center-back spot, though he hasn't made an MLS start since May 14, with Maya Yoshida and Jakob Glesnes favored over him. While the Colombian's availability strengthens the depth of the team, he may be reliable only when there's rotation or if he eventually takes on a bigger role, in which case he may produce several passes, tackles and clearances.
Sent off Saturday
Garces played 13 minutes as a substitute and picked up a red card in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Houston Dynamo.
Analysis: Garces got sent off for a last-man foul following VAR review, so he's now heading back to the sidelines right after returning from a previous ban. He'll be ineligible for the upcoming game versus San Jose Earthquakes before looking to return against Montreal on Aug. 22. Maya Yoshida should continue to get the nod alongside Jakob Glesnes while Garces serves his suspension.
Set to play vs Dallas
Garces has served his one match suspension and will be an option for Saturday's clash with FC Dallas
Analysis: Garces hasn't started for the Galaxy since before the World Cup break, with his last appearance in the XI coming on May 14. He recently returned from injury against LAFC, playing 25 minutes and winning a tackle, and he's now expected to earn his second start since the break on Saturday.
Sent off versus St. Louis
Garces received a red card in Wednesday's match against St. Louis City.
Analysis: Garces was sent off with a second yellow card in the 49th minute of this game, leaving his team in a difficult situation for this and the next fixture, where he'll serve suspension at San Jose. He has been a regular contributor in the middle of the defense, a spot that may be covered by Jakob Glesnes and Maya Yoshida while he's banned.
Option from bench
Garces (toe) is on the bench for Friday's match against LAFC.
Analysis: Graces was out ahead of the World Cup break and will return after the time off, as the defender is fit for the bench. This will give the club another solid option at center-back, giving them some more depth. That said, he has been seeing some starting time, starting in eight of his 10 appearances thus far.
Set to miss Houston clash
Garces (toe) has been ruled out by coach Greg Vanney for the weekend's match against Houston Dynamo, Alex Ruiz of The Galactic Tribune reports.
Analysis: Garces will have to wait until MLS activity resumes in July to be involved again, although the lengthy break might give him enough time to work on his recovery. The defender ended the initial stretch of the season with one assist along with 31 clearances, 23 tackles and 13 interceptions across 10 appearances (eight starts). Both Jakob Glesnes and Justin Haak are expected to stay put at center-back until the Colombian regains full health.
Questionable with foot injury
Garces is a potential absence for Saturday's match versus Seattle Sounders as he deals with a foot problem, the MLS reported Friday.
Analysis: Garces has been a regular member of LA Galaxy's defensive rotation, and his foot concern is a new addition to the club's week 14 report. Justin Haak should be ready to cover his spot alongside Jakob Glesnes if he can't go. However, the Colombian's status remains uncertain.
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