Timothy Tillman
LAF
CM (AM)
Box-to-Box
Jan 4, 1999 (27)
Right
6'0"
163 lb
Los Angeles FCStill questionable
Tillman (leg) could miss the weekend's visit to D.C. United, with his availability in doubt according to manager Marc Dos Santos, Josh Gross of SoCal Sports reports.
Analysis: Tillman is working in his recovery since suffering an injury in the 20th minute against Portland Timbers. While it now looks difficult for him to start right away, he's not yet ruled out, suggesting he's not dealing with an extreme issue. With David Martinez (leg) still out and Jacob Shaffelburg (undisclosed) also questionable, there could be a chance for an unusual option such as Tyler Boyd or Ryan Raposo to feature on the right wing.
Suffers setback in Portland clash
Tillman left the field due to injury in the 20th minute of Saturday's game versus Portland Timbers.
Analysis: Tillman was getting heavily involved in attack over the opening minutes of Saturday's match, but he felt he couldn't continue due to a physical problem. This is a considerable absence for an LAFC side that is trying to find a replacement for David Martinez (leg) in the remaining offensive spot alongside Son Heung-Min and Denis Bouanga. If the injury is serious, Jacob Shaffelburg will gain playing in upcoming games.
Returns to starting XI
Tillman (leg) is in the starting lineup Saturday against Sporting Kansas City.
Analysis: Tillman has overcome his leg injury ahead of schedule, taking over a midfield spot from Eddie Segura, with Mathieu Choiniere and Marco Delgado also retaining their places in the lineup. The fit-again player had scored his first goal of the season during his last MLS appearance in May, so he'll aim to build on that outcome if given chances to push forward. Otherwise, he may be a consistent source of passing numbers and fouls drawn.
Progressing well
Tillman (leg) is still doubtful for Wednesday's matchup versus Real Salt Lake, but coach Marc Dos Santos believes he's close to a complete recovery, stating that "Timmy got injured in the friendly game against El Salvador, but he's way ahead of schedule, doubtful for tomorrow but most probably getting minutes against Kansas City, but maybe still tomorrow".
Analysis: Tillman will have a chance to avoid a significant absence after missing the recent derby against Galaxy due to the injury. The midfielder would be a likely starter if fully healthy, but the midweek match may come too soon for him to see his regular workload. Meanwhile, both Marco Delgado and Mathieu Choiniere may continue to feature in central midfield.
Won't play in Derby
Tillman is out for the time being due to a leg injury, according to his club.
Analysis: Tillman will not be an option for LAFC as they resume play, as the midfielder will instead miss out due to a leg injury. This will leave the team without a critical player, as he has been a regular starter, earning one goal and two assists in 14 appearances (10 starts). That said, with him out, expect Stepthan Eustaquio to move into the starting lineup in his place.
Scores late winner
Tillman scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and three chances created in Sunday's 1-0 victory over Seattle Sounders FC.
Analysis: Tillman came through clutch at the back post, getting on the end of Tyler Boyd's cross in the 86th minute and steering it home for his first MLS goal in over two years, lifting LAFC to a 1-0 win that snapped a three-match skid in league play. He now sits on one goal and two assists across 14 MLS appearances, including 10 starts, this season. The late winner sends LAFC into the seven-week World Cup break sitting fifth in the Western Conference with 24 points, just one point off FC Dallas in fourth.
Provides assist in victory
Tillman assisted once to go with zero corners and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Minnesota United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 52nd minute.
Analysis: Tillman played a key role in David Martinez's ninth minute opener, linking up crisply with Stephen Eustaquio in a tight three-man sequence that sliced right through Minnesota's defense and set up the decisive finish. He logged the full 90 minutes as one of seven changes coach Marc Dos Santos rolled out ahead of Wednesday's Concacaf Champions Cup semifinal first leg against Toluca, ending the night with two chances created and two tackles won. Tillman now has two assists in MLS play this season, already matching last year's total in 23 fewer games.
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