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Back in starting XI Nathan (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Nashville.

Impact Nathan makes an immediate return to the XI Saturday after missing almost the last two months following meniscus surgery. He doesn't get forward much as a central defender, but he's the regular at center-back when healthy and the hope is that he's truly 100-percent fit.

APRIL 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out two months with knee injury Nathan has undergone successful surgery to repair a torn meniscus, San Jose announced Tuesday.

Impact Nathan is expected to miss about two months while recovering from this injury that he suffered on opening day against New York. Tanner Beason will partner Francisco Calvo in central defense -- with the possible addition of Jackson Yueill in a back-three -- until Nathan is fit enough to return.

MARCH 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against New York Nathan was subbed out in the 22nd minute of Saturday's clash against the Red Bulls after suffering an apparent knee injury.

Impact Tanner Beason replaced Nathan in central defense on Saturday, but it is unclear as of yet whether he will be forced to miss additional game time due to his injury.

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Three interceptions against FC Dallas Nathan made three interceptions in a 1-1 stalemate against FC Dallas on Sunday.

Impact Nathan had a decent outing for the home team. The 26-year-old made three interceptions. Other than that, Nathan also provided four key passes.

NOVEMBER 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Nathan made four clearances, a block and won two of three tackles in Wednesday's 4-0 victory against Austin FC. He also took three shots (one on target).

Impact Nathan played well on both sides against Austin on Wednesday, but he picked up a booking, meaning that he will be suspended for Saturday's clash against Vancouver for yellow card accumulation. Tanner Beason could replace him in central defense alongside Oswaldo Alanis for the game.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes shot in loss Nathan took a shot and created a chance in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against LAFC. He also made three clearances, three interceptions and won four of nine tackles in the match.

Impact Nathan was busy on defense on Saturday as his team was beaten comfortably by LAFC. He will try to bounce back Wednesday against last-placed Austin FC, which have scored an MLS-low 29 goals in 29 matches this season.

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Helps San Jose keep clean sheet Nathan took an off target shot, blocked a shot, made three interceptions, a tackle and five clearances during Saturday's 2-0 win over LAFC.

Impact Nathan helped San Jose keep a clean sheet as a member of the team's back line on Saturday. The centerback's lone block led San Jose, while finishing with the second highest amount of shots, interceptions and clearances on the team.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Suspended against Salt Lake Nathan will miss Wednesday's clash against Real Salt Lake with a suspension for card accumulation.

Impact Nathan picked up a yellow card in Saturday's draw against Dallas, meaning he will be suspended for Wednesday's match. Tanner Beason will likely slide over to center back in his place for the game.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes nine interceptions in loss Nathan made two blocks, five clearances and nine interceptions in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Colorado. He also won two of three tackles and created a chance in the match.

Impact Nathan defended well against the Rapids, but he will be disappointed to have conceded Dominique Badji's late winner on Saturday. Next weekend he faces FC Dallas, which have scored 32 goals in 23 matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Receives red card Nathan received a red card during the 21st minute of San Jose's 1-1 draw Tuesday versus Minnesota.

Impact Nathan received a red card after tackling the calf of Bakaye Dibassy. The former will be suspended for at least one game. Across August, Nathan won six tackles and recorded five interceptions.

AUGUST 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Nets second goal of season Nathan scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal), blocking two shots, making two interceptions, eight tackles (winning five) and a clearance during Sunday's 2-1 win over...

Impact Nathan opened the scoring with a goal in the 13th minute. The goal was the second of the season for the defender as he finished with team-high totals in shots, blocks, and tackles in the win.

AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal Nath scored one goal with his lone shot during a 1-1 draw Wednesday against Kansas City.

Impact Despite the Earthquakes' team rotation during July, Nathan has consistently played games with them as one of their primary center-backs. He recorded 13 interceptions and won 12 tackles across three fixtures. Those are not even considering the goal Nathan scored Wednesday.

JULY 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Joins San Jose Nathan was acquired by San Jose from FC Zurich on Friday. He's committed to a three-year contract with his new club.

Impact Nathan bounced around Brazil and even spent time with Chapecoense after their tragic plane crash. After that, he moved to Switzerland and became a regular for multiple clubs. He'll attempt to be the first answer to a glaring defensive problem for the Earthquakes over the rest of the season.

JUNE 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE