Kalani Kossa-Rienzi
SEA
RB (RWB)
Balanced Full Back
Jun 27, 2002 (24)
Right
5'7"
150 lb
Seattle SoundersWill miss multiple weeks
Kossa-Rienzi could miss between two to three weeks due to a sprained ankle, according to Niko Moreno of MLS.com.
Analysis: Kossa-Rienzi departed last week's match against New York Red Bulls due to the injury, and Brian Schmetzer's update wasn't encouraging. The midfielder has been playing regularly this season, as he's started in 15 of his 20 MLS appearances, so his absence will leave a void in midfield. Alexander Roldan could slot at right-back with Kossa-Rienzi sidelined, but Ryan Sailor could be another option to fill that void.
Leaves with injury Saturday
Kossa-Rienzi was forced off in the 38th minute of Saturday's clash versus New York Red Bulls after picking up an apparent physical discomfort.
Analysis: Kossa-Rienzi was playing well before his forced exit, as he had won five of his six duels while making two tackles and one interception in a short outing. It remains to be determined whether the versatile man is dealing with a major issue, though his early withdrawal makes his status a big concern for the team. If he's ruled out for upcoming fixtures, his right-back job could be covered by Alexander Roldan, with a central defender completing the lineup in that case.
Scores late equalizer
Kossa-Rienzi scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-1 draw against FC Cincinnati.
Analysis: Kossa-Rienzi delivered Seattle's biggest moment of the night, finishing Albert Rusnak's delivery in the 83rd minute to erase a 1-0 deficit. The goal was his third of the MLS season, and it proved enough to end Seattle's losing streak. The defender has now shown enough attacking upside to provide some fantasy appeal beyond clean-sheet production. He has three goals, 17 chances created and 28 crosses across 18 appearances (13 starts) this season.
Scores in defeat
Kossa-Rienzi scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 loss to Portland Timbers.
Analysis: Kossa‑Rienzi entered early due to injury and made an immediate impact, scoring after coming on and finishing with 77 minutes played. It was only his second goal of the season and his first since March, contributing far more defensively, totaling 25 tackles and 23 clearances across 15 appearances.
Three shots Thursday
Kossa-Rienzi recorded three shots (one on goal) in Thursday's 5-1 loss versus Portland Timbers.
Analysis: Kossa-Rienzi and Seattle made their return to MLS play Thursday following a nearly two-month break for the World Cup. The team was battered by Portland, yet Kossa-Rienzi was still one of his side's most productive players. He took a season-high three shots, including one on target, but failed to create a chance for the first time in his last seven appearances. He was subbed off in the 64th minute for Peter Kingston.
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