BILL TUILOMA NEWS

Suffers leg injury Tuiloma suffered a leg injury and was forced off in the 42nd minute of Tuesday's 2-0 defeat against Ecuador, according to RNZ.

Impact Tuiloma couldn't make it to the break in Tuesday's defeat against Ecuador after suffering a leg injury. The defender will return to Charlotte and will have plenty of time to recover before the 2026 MLS season. That said, the contract of Tuiloma is ending at the end of the year, which raises doubts about whether he will stay with the Crown heading into the new season.

NOVEMBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Unused substitute Saturday Tuiloma remained an unused substitute in Saturday's 2-1 win against New England, confirming he is back fit for Charlotte.

Impact Tuiloma missed the last two games due to a hamstring injury that he has now fully recovered from since he was a bench option in Saturday's victory over the Revs. The former Marseille player was a regular starter at right-back prior to his injury and could resume that role in upcoming fixtures.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC brings shutout streak into matchup against the New England Revolution

Charlotte FC heads into a matchup with the New England Revolution after notching four straight shutout wins

AUGUST 29 • Associated Press

Back in training Tuiloma (hamstring) was spotted in training Thursday, Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ reports.

Impact Tuiloma has missed Charlotte's last two games with a hamstring injury, and his return to training suggests there's an outside chance he might return to action this weekend before the international break. The New Zealand international spent the first half of the season as a backup option at the back and didn't make his season debut until July 5, though he made six straight starts before suffering the injury.

AUGUST 28 • ROTOWIRE

Charlotte FC brings shutout streak into matchup against the New York Red Bulls

Charlotte FC heads into a matchup with the New York Red Bulls after securing three straight shutout wins

AUGUST 23 • Associated Press

Out Saturday Tuiloma (hamstring) is out for Saturday's clash with Salt Lake, per manager Dean Smith.

Impact Tuiloma came off injured last time out, and it's now been confirmed as a hamstring injury. The exact timeline for his return isn't clear, but he will likely miss a couple weeks. Tuiloma could be back in some capacity as soon as an Aug. 24 clash with RBNY, if everything goes better than expected.

AUGUST 14 • ROTOWIRE

Wilfried Zaha and Kristijan Kahlina lead Charlotte to 1-0 victory over Cincinnati

Wilfried Zaha scored late in the second half and Kristijan Kahlina finished with seven saves as Charlotte FC beat FC Cincinnati 1-0 to run its win streak to five and complete a sea...

AUGUST 11 • Associated Press

Subs off with injury in victory Tuiloma was forced off with an undisclosed issue in the second half of Sunday's 1-0 win over Cincinnati.

Impact Tuiloma logged a few defensive stats in 52 minutes but couldn't continue to help his side because of a fitness concern Sunday. After being a constant contributor of clearances in recent games, he'll hope to avoid a serious injury that could slow his momentum. Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty and Nick Scardina are the main options to cover for an eventual absence of the New Zealand international.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Returns in Leagues Cup Tuiloma (undisclosed) featured 30 minutes in Thursday's 4-1 loss against Juarez in the Leagues Cup, confirming his return from injury.

Impact Tuiloma was forced off in their last contest due to injury, but the issue proved to be only minor, as he was already back in Thursday's game and played half an hour in the second half. This is good news for the Crown, as Tuiloma has been an undisputed starter recently, starting five of the last five games, and will hope to reclaim that spot in the upcoming matches.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves with injury in win Tuiloma subbed off with an apparent issue during Saturday's 2-0 win over Toronto.

Impact Tuiloma got hurt after playing 72 minutes as a right-back in this match. He was replaced by Nick Scardina, who could move into the starting lineup if the problem is serious, although alternatively Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty might switch flanks. The injured player is currently in doubt for the Leagues Cup and future MLS fixtures.

JULY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Nets one in return to action Tuiloma scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Orlando City SC.

Impact After being held back with a hamstring injury, Tuiloma made his season debut and provided an instant boost for his club by banging in a header off a cross from Pep Biel in the 65th minute of play. Tuiloma was also an active contributor to the build up with 18 passes completed and one chance created in the match. With 84 minutes played before subbing out, he showed that he is ready to take on significant responsibility once again.

JULY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Enrique, Pasalić each score a goal for Orlando City in 2-2 tie with Charlotte

Ramiro Enrique and Marco Pasalić each scored a second-half goal as Orlando City and Charlotte FC played to a 2-2 tie

JULY 6 • Associated Press

Unused Saturday Tuiloma (hamstring) was an unused option off the bench during Saturday's 0-0 draw versus the Galaxy.

Impact Tuiloma continues to be an option for the team, however has yet to make an appearance since Apr 21 as he struggles with injuries. He's recorded two starts in two games, totaling eight clearances and onw block.

MAY 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't face Nashville Tuiloma (hamstring) is ruled out to face Nashville on Saturday, Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ reports.

Impact Tuiloma hasn't been able to train this week, and given how tricky hamstring injuries can be, it wouldn't be surprising if he misses a few more games before being ready to return. His next chance to feature will come against Chicago on May 15.

MAY 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains seperatly Tuiloma (hamstring) was seen training separately from the group ahead of Saturday's match against Nashville, per the TopBin90.

Impact Tuiloma is still working his was to team training, working alone after missing the last match with a hamstring injury. He is a heavy doubt to return Saturday, depending if the defender can train fully in time for the Nashville clash.

MAY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Tuiloma won't play Saturday against Portland due to a hamstring injury, manager Dean Smith told media Thursday.

Impact Smith revealed Tuiloma felt the hamstring problem last week, and the center-back is tabbed for a spell on the sidelines, though it's unclear how much time he'll miss despite Smith saying the issue is not likely to be a long-term injury. Tuiloma has made just two starts this season, so his absence shouldn't affect many fantasy decisions.

MAY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

On bench during Saturday's draw Tuiloma (thigh) was an unused option during Saturday's 1-1 draw versus Vancouver.

Impact Tuiloma was not expected to be an option Saturday, however was able to make the bench despite not playing. He will look to make an appearance on the pitch against Toronto, where he will likely start on the bench until he is is back tp full match fitness. In the meantime, Adilson Malanda and Andrew Privett will continue to get the start at center back for Charlotte.

MARCH 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Won't be option Saturday Tuiloma (thigh) won't be available to face Vancouver on Saturday, manager Dean Smith told media, including Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ, on Thursday.

Impact Smith confirmed the only change in availability will be the return of Patrick Agyemang (hip), so Tuiloma will have to wait at least one more week to return to the squad. His next chance to play will come against Toronto on March 9.

FEBRUARY 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Thigh injury confirmed Tuiloma was not an option during Saturday's 1-0 win against NYCFC with a thigh injury, per Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ.

Impact Tuiloma started the season off on the sidelines with a thigh injury. He will also be questionable for the trip to Vancouver, depending on how quickly he recovers. Nathan Byrne will continuse to be the favorite to start at right back, while both Adilson Malanda and Andrew Privett are the set center backs for Charlotte, even after having started 15 of the 17 appearances in 2023.

FEBRUARY 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Loses starting role Tuiloma was not an option for Charlotte the last 12 matches to end the season.

Impact Tuiloma had made 15 starts in 17 appearances, with his last feature with the team on July 15. Andrew Privett ended up starting at center back after winning the starting role to end the season. He will look to win back his role as he enters his third year of his contract.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Will represent New Zealand Tuiloma will play with New Zealand in the October international break, Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ reports.

Impact Tuiloma will join Jere Uronen and Karol Swiderski as players who will be with their national teams during the break. Tuiloma lost his starting role to Andrew Privett, so even if he manages to return before the Oct. 18 game against Inter Miami, he's not expected to start in the final two matches of the regular season.

OCTOBER 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Earns clean sheet in return Tuiloma registered one cross (zero accurate), four clearances and one chance created in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus CF Montreal.

Impact Tuiloma wasn't all that productive in his return from international duty and first start in last three matches but still helped his team for an important clean sheet and his third in last six starts.

JUNE 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from availability report Tuiloma (international duty) is absent from the Charlotte availability report for Saturday's clash with Montreal.

Impact Tuiloma isn't on the availability report as he returns from international duty with the New Zealand national team. The defender has been a consistent piece of the starting XI when available and would likely return to a starting role if deemed fit after the international matches.

JUNE 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Going on international duty Tuiloma has been called up by the New Zealand national team for upcoming friendlies on June 16 and 19.

Impact Tuiloma might be uncertain for next week's league clash against the Red Bulls just two days after his final match with New Zealand this window. He's started 12 of Charlotte's 18 MLS matches in central defense this season.

JUNE 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in start Tuiloma took a shot and created a chance in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Nashville SC. He also made a block, four clearances and two interceptions in the match.

Impact Tuiloma made his first league start in almost a month Saturday after recovering from a thigh injury, but he couldn't help his team earn a result against Nashville.

MAY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE