Jamal Thiaré
COL
CF
Target Striker
Mar 31, 1993 (33)
Right
6'0"
154 lb
Columbus CrewSubstitute in friendly
Thiare (lower leg) appeared off the bench in Sunday's friendly against Burnley.
Analysis: Thiare was dealing with a leg injury heading into the World Cup break, but has returned just ahead of the end of the break, as the forward appeared off the bench. This will give the club more depth as the season starts back up, as he is yet to start a game this season, with only one shot in his nine appearances.
Doubtful again
Thiare has been listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's clash with Atlanta United due to a lower leg injury.
Analysis: Thiare is apparently still struggling with his physical issue despite logging 14 minutes in a midweek cup game. The forward is unlikely to be heavily involved in the short term, remaining without a goal contribution in 132 minutes on the field during the 2026 MLS campaign. Meanwhile, Diego Rossi and Taha Habroune will retain big roles in the front line.
Returns to action in US Open Cup
Thiare (lower leg) has returned to fitness after coming off the bench for 14 minutes in Wednesday's US Open Cup 1-0 victory over New York City FC.
Analysis: Thiare had been sidelined with a lower leg issue since one month but his appearance in the cup fixture is a clean bill of health heading into upcoming MLS fixture prior to the World Cup break. The forward has yet to find the net across 146 minutes of play this season and will look to build on his return to competitive action as the Columbus Crew push through the MLS campaign.
Sidelined with injury
Thiare is out for the time being due to a lower leg issue, the MLS reported Friday.
Analysis: Thiare's injury means the Crew will see their depth reduced, with Diego Rossi and Daniel Gazdag likely to stay busy in the front line. Thiare had been working his way back into the lineup after a slow start to the season, but this injury makes it difficult for him to earn a major role in the short term. He has scored no goals in 132 minutes of play during the 2026 MLS campaign.
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