Edvard Tagseth
NSHNorway
Left
Jan 23, 2001
25
5'7"
148 lb
CM
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Ball-Winning Midfielder
Nashville SCUnlikely until World Cup break
Tagseth (lower body) is at risk of staying out for a couple more months as coach BJ Callaghan thinks it's "a long shot" for him to return before the World Cup break, Ben Wright of SixOneFive Soccer reports.
Analysis: Tagseth will likely miss a longer period with the injury he picked up during an April 28 match against Tigres in CONCACAF Champions Cup action. The midfielder was a key player before the issue, and his loss hurts the squad in terms of ball recovery and possession. Given that Patrick Yazbek (quadriceps) is also sidelined, Matthew Corcoran and Bryan Acosta might start in central midfield for now.
Set for time out
Tagseth is out for the time being due to a lower-body injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.
Analysis: Tagseth is a new addition to Nashville's report alongside Sam Surridge, giving the club two significant new absences heading into the weekend. He's been a key midfield contributor for Nashville, and his absence reduces their ability to press and create in the middle of the park. Fantasy managers who have invested in Nashville's attacking players should note that the club is now dealing with multiple fresh injury concerns. Matthew Corcoran and Patrick Yazbek will likely start in the midfield with Tagseth out.
Forced off against Tigres
Tagseth was forced off early in Tuesday's CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal 1-0 loss against Tigres after appearing to hurt his right knee or quad in a collision with a Tigres player on the touchline, leaving his availability for Saturday's clash against Philadelphia uncertain, according to Ben Wright of SixOneFive Soccer.
Analysis: Tagseth has been an undisputed presence in Nashville's midfield this season, starting eight of his nine MLS appearances, making his potential absence a real headache for the club heading into the weekend. The nature and severity of the injury has not yet been confirmed, and Nashville will assess him over the coming days before making a final call on his involvement against Philadelphia. Matthew Corcoran is expected to take on a larger role if Tagseth cannot be cleared in time for Saturday's fixture.
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