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Will return for week two Fofana (not injury related) has received his green card and is expected to resume regular work with the squad after missing the opening game, Caleb Pngratz of Prost Soccer reports.

Impact Fofana should be available going forward and will be an option to play in either Andrew Farrell's or Keegan Hughes' place. The experienced defender could enjoy significant playing time as he did last season, when he led the team with averages of 5.2 clearances and 1.6 interceptions per game.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not available for opener Fofana is not an option for Saturday's season opener against Nashville due to non injury related reasons, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Fofana will not be in the mix for Saturday's season opener against Nashville as the defender is handling non injury related issues. He will aim to be back in action for next week's fixture after serving as a regular starter for New England last season. Once he returns, he is expected to regain a similar role in the back line heading into the 2026 MLS season.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Serves ban Fofana has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the clash with Atlanta on Saturday.

Impact Fofana had played just one match in September so far, missing two games due to suspension and international duty. This will not take away from his starting XI spot, starting all 27 appearances at center back for New England.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Fofana recorded one tackle (one won), three clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Toronto FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 67th minute.

Impact With eight yellow cards in 19 matches, Fofana will serve yet another suspension and will miss the trip to Philadelphia on Saturday. This will open the opportunity for Jackson Yueill to get another start for the Revs.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Back with Revs Fofana is back with his team and is an option moving forward, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Fofana was out last match while he was with Mali, but is now back in New England and ready for play. He has started in all 26 appearances this season and will be expected to see his starting role back immediately if on the team sheet Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Called up with Mali Fofana has been called up by Mali for international duty and will therefore miss Saturday's clash against Chicago, according to the league.

Impact Fofana has been an undisputed starter in the backline for New England this season and will have to be replaced in the starting XI on Saturday against Chicago due to his call-up for national team duty. Tanner Beason will likely start in his place for that game.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in Saturday's opener Fofana assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win over Columbus Crew.

Impact Fofana recorded his first goal contribution of the season Saturday as he set up Ignatius Ganago's goal in the 39th minute. It was the only chance he created in the match. He played well on the defensive end too as he won one tackle, intercepted one pass, made 11 clearances and blocked one shot across his full 90 minutes of action.

AUGUST 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Solid defensively in win Fofana made one tackle, six clearances and two interceptions, helped his side to keep a clean sheet and was shown a yellow card during Saturday's 2-0 win over D.C. United.

Impact Fofana had another great performance at the heart of the defense, being one of the biggest reasons why his team was able to shut down an opposition with so many dangerous players. With 13 tackles, 26 clearances and 15 interceptions over his last six starts, the center-back remains among the league's most reliable players, being ranked among the top 20 in four defensive categories.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Ends suspension Fofana is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward.

Impact Fofana is seeing the end of his suspension, only missing the one game due to his ban. He will now likely return to the starting XI next contest, as he is a regular starter when available, starting in all 20 of his appearances this campaign.

JULY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Fofana recorded one tackle (zero won), three clearances and one interception in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Austin FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 31st minute.

Impact Fofana picked up five yellow cards in the last 12 matches, resulting in a one match suspension. He has been a reliable option for New England in the back this season, starting all 20 matches played, collecting 107 clean sheets in the process.

JULY 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting at Charlotte Fofana (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup in Saturday's meeting with Charlotte.

Impact Fofana will stay in the lineup for the ninth consecutive league game following a quick recovery from the issue that forced him to leave the pitch last weekend. The center-back is currently averaging 6.9 clearances, 4.0 balls recovered, 3.0 tackles and 1.6 interceptions per match. His inclusion also means Brandon Bye will remain a backup option for now.

APRIL 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Leave field early Fofana was forced off the field in the 83rd minute of Saturday's 2-0 win over NYCFC due to an apparent injury.

Impact Fofana would have to be taken off the field late Saturday, going to the sidelines after suffering an apparent injury. He is a regular starter and has yet to miss a start this campaign, so this will be something to monitor. He was replaced by Brandon Bye, who could see more time moving forward if Fofana remains out.

APRIL 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nine clearances in loss Fofana generated one tackle (zero won), nine clearances and three interceptions in Saturday's 2-0 loss to Philadelphia Union.

Impact Fofana had a solid game against Philadelphia, although he couldn't prevent his team from losing. The Malian registered three interceptions, two blocks, and nine clearances, all season-highs. He will aim to contribute again in New England's central defense against New York City on Saturday.

MARCH 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Revs Fofana has completed a transfer to the New England Revolution from Amiens, according to his club.

Impact Fofana is making a trip to America for the next part of his career, with the defender inking a deal with the Revolution after a few years in the second their of French football between Metz and Ameis. He sees most of his time at center-back, typically a solid force in the back. That said, he will look to see the start with the club next season, although he will remain in France for a bit more, with the transfer not being complete until January 1.

DECEMBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE