Mbekezeli Mbokazi
CHI
CB
Ball-Playing Centre Back
Sep 19, 2005 (20)
Left
5'10"
198 lb
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Key Grades
2026 Major League Soccer
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2026 Major League Soccer
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Facing months on sidelines
Mbokazi (thigh) tore his thigh in training and will be out for months, according to coach Gregg Berhalter, per Tim Hotze.
Analysis: Mbokazi already missed the midweek loss to Inter Miami and Saturday's match against New York City FC with the lower body issue before this update confirmed the severity. Joel Waterman is expected to continue in the starting lineup as his replacement during the extended absence. Mbokazi is expected to begin a lengthy recovery process after starring for South Africa at the 2026 World Cup.
Ruled out once again
Mbokazi (lower body) is out for Saturday's game against New York City FC, according to Joe Chatz of OnTap Sports.
Analysis: Mbokazi didn't play in the 3-2 loss to Inter Miami in midweek, and the center-back, who starred for South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, is sidelined once again. With Mbokazi out, Joel Waterman should continue in the XI as his replacement.
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