Kwaku Agyabeng
SKC
CM (AM)
Box-to-Box
Jun 27, 2006 (20)
5'8"
Sporting KCCompletes ban
Agyabeng is no longer suspended after serving a red-card suspension in the previous MLS clash with St. Louis.
Analysis: Agyabeng brings a versatile option to an SKC midfield that may include him in a rotation with Capita, Zorhan Bassong, Jacob Bartlett and Lasse Johnsen. The youngster has yet to score or assist this year and could more often serve as a source of tackles and passing numbers when he's on the pitch.
Sent off Saturday
Agyabeng earned a red card during Saturday's 2-0 loss to Colorado Rapids.
Analysis: Agyabeng put his team at a huge disadvantage after committing a reckless foul in the 38th minute against the Rapids. The midfielder has had erratic performances in recent weeks, and he's now banned for the upcoming clash with St. Louis City, with his next chance to reappear coming in next weekend's fixture against Atlanta. Such issue will force a change in the starting lineup, with Manu Garcia and Jacob Bartlett pushing for opportunities in central roles.
Makes bench Thursday
Agyabeng (groin) is on the bench for Thursday's match against St. Louis.
Analysis: Agyabeng is back with his team after missing the five games ahead of the World Cup break, with the midfielder recovering from a groin injury. This will give the team a useful option from the bench, although it will have to be seen if he earns starting time, with only two starts in seven appearances this campaign.
Out with groin injury
Agyabeng is not available for the time being due to a groin problem, his team announced Friday.
Analysis: Agyabeng will be absent for an unknown period after making his first two MLS starts in recent contests. The 19-year-old has played as a full-back and wing-back on the left flank since Jayden Reid dropped to a substitute role. However, this issue might bring Reid back into the starting lineup at least until Agyabeng completes his recovery.
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