Kieran Sargeant
SDL
LB
Possession Builder
May 15, 2003 (23)
Left
6'0"
165 lb
San DiegoScores in 3-1 win
Sargeant scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-1 victory over Los Angeles Galaxy.
Analysis: Sargeant scored his first goal of the season returning into the starting lineup having been out for the last game. He also created two chances in the game, his most in any game this season. In total, he has taken three shots this season.
Back in starting lineup
Sargeant (lower body) has made the starting lineup Saturday against Los Angeles Galaxy.
Analysis: Sargeant is San Diego's first-choice left-back, and his return to the initial formation is natural following a short recover period from his injury. On the other hand, Luca Bombino will now see a reduced role as long as Sargeant remains healthy. The fit-again player will look to contribute through passes and tackles as he attempts to bounce back from an erratic campaign.
Suffers lower body injury
Sergeant has been ruled out for an undisclosed period due to a lower body discomfort, per the MLS injury report.
Analysis: Sergeant is a young wide defender who has established himself in San Diego's starting lineup lately, so his injury could be a significant setback for a squad that may now rely on Luca Bombino at left-back. Sargeant's recovery timeline remains to be revealed, so it's unclear when he'll be able to produce again. He previously tallied one assist along with 12 crosses, 17 tackles, 10 interceptions and 10 clearances over 12 MLS appearances this year.
Four tackles against Colorado
Sargeant generated one cross (zero accurate) and six tackles in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat to Colorado Rapids.
Analysis: Sargeant delivered one of San Diego's most complete individual performances in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat at Colorado, registering three interceptions and four tackles across 90 minutes as the left-back who was his side's most defensively reliable player throughout the match. The American left-back's defensive intensity, ability to win the ball consistently and intelligent positioning make him one of the most dependable defensive options in San Diego's squad.
First assist of season
Sargeant assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw against FC Cincinnati.
Analysis: Sargeant played a direct creative role in Saturday's 3-3 draw with Cincinnati, providing the assist for Marcus Ingvartsen's first-half equalizer before being replaced at halftime as manager Mikey Varas adjusted his side's shape against Cincinnati's increasingly dangerous transitions. The American left-back operates as an overlapping full-back who contributes regularly in the final third while also offering defensive stability on the left side of San Diego's back four. Sargeant has now recorded one assist across seven MLS appearances this season.
On bench Saturday
Sargeant (lower body) is available off the bench in Saturday's meeting with Portland Timbers.
Analysis: Sargeant made three starts at left-back at the beginning of the season before being sidelined with a fitness issue. While he's not guaranteed to get heavily involved, the young defender could continue to find opportunities in the rotation with Ian Pilcher while Luca Bombino (lower body) is out.
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