Seattle Sounders play the Columbus Crew after shutout victory
A game after shutting out Austin 2-0, the Seattle Sounders play the Columbus Crew2 DAYS AGO
NOUHOU TOLO
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0.2 SPG
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Serves suspension Tolo has served his one match suspension and will be an option for Sunday's clash against Columbus.
Impact Tolo will look to return to his starting left back position on Sunday after serving his suspension following a red card received against Vancouver. Tolo has made 16 starts in 16 appearances this season for the Sounders.
5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE
Jeevan Badwal scores 1st MLS goal, Whitecaps beat short-handed Sounders 3-0
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Sent off Sunday Tolo is set to be suspended after being sent off in the 52nd minute of Sunday's 3-0 defeat against Vancouver for committing a foul as the last defender.
Impact Tolo is set to be suspended for their next MLS game against Austin on June 28 after receiving a red card in Sunday's game for committing a foul as the last defender. Tolo has been the undisputed starter at left back for the Sounders, meaning a change in the XI will have to be made. Reed Baker-Whiting is likely to take the spot against the Verdes.
JUNE 9 • ROTOWIRE
Box-to-box performance Tolo registered one shot (zero on goal) and six crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 1-0 victory over FC Dallas.
Impact Tolo attempted a team-high six crosses (zero accurate) Saturday as Seattle earned three points in a 1-0 win over Dallas. In addition to providing service form the flanks, the wide defender contributed one tackle (one won), one interception and one clearance to the team's clean sheet defensive effort. Tolo has now made 10 successive starting appearances in MLS play, notching 90 minute shifts in eight of those appearances.
MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE
Two goal contributions in win Tolo scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and three chances created in Saturday's 4-1 win over St. Louis City SC.
Impact Tolo registered one goal and one assist Saturday as Seattle dominated St. Louis in a 4-1 victory. The goal contributions were his first goal and assist of the season, respectively. In addition to contributing in the attacking third, the defender tracked back to add two tackles (two won), three clearances and one interception to the team's defensive effort. After missing a match in March while he served on international duty, Tolo has started in six successive matches and played the full 90 minutes in each of those fixtures.
MAY 5 • ROTOWIRE
Musovski, Nouhou help Sounders beat St. Louis City 4-1
Danny Musovski scored a goal for the fourth consecutive game, Nouhou Tolo — known simply as “Nouhou” — added a goal and an assist and the Seattle Sounders beat St. Louis City 4-1MAY 4
Back in Seattle Tolo (not injury related) was spotted during Friday's training session, Niko Moreno of MLS.com reports.
Impact The defender represented Cameroon during the recent international break, but he's back in training and should be an option to strengthen the back line when the Sounders take on the Earthquakes on Saturday.
MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE
Called up by Cameroon Tolo is out for Saturday's clash with Houston after being called up by Cameroon.
Impact Tolo won't be an option for Saturday's match due to national team duty. It's a tough blow, but with Yeimar returning to the starting XI it shouldn't be a major loss for Seattle. Tolo could be back as soon as a March 29 trip to San Jose.
MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE
Inauspicious outing Tolo registered an own goal and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Real Salt Lake. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 25th minute.
Impact Tolo buried a first half cross into his own net Saturday to give Real Salt Lake their opening goal in what would become a 2-0 defeat for Seattle. The experienced full-back made one tackle (one won), one block and two interceptions during his 68 minutes of play. Despite the poor outing, Nouhou Tolo remains an integral part of the Seattle starting XI. He made 30 appearances (29 starts) in the regular season during the 2024 campaign and has started in each of their first two league fixtures in 2025.
MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE
Real Salt Lake beats Sounders 2-0 behind Forster Ajago, Rafael Cabral and own goal
Real Salt Lake used a first-half own goal to grab the lead, Forster Ajago scored his first career goal late in the second half and Rafael Cabral notched a clean sheet in his second...MARCH 2
Fiery defensive performance Tolo recorded one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Los Angeles Galaxy. In addition, he was given a yellow card in th...
Impact Tolo was continually tested Saturday by the Los Angeles Galaxy attack and held his own in Settle's 1-0 playoff defeat. The veteran fullback led the Seattle defensive effort with five clearances. He also made two tackles (two won), an interception and one block. Tolo did not register a goal and assisted once over 30 appearances (29) starts in MLS play during the 2024 season.
DECEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Starting against Galaxy Tolo (illness) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against LA Galaxy.
Impact Tolo is back in his usual left-back spot following a one-game absence. Prior to the issue, he was averaging 2.1 crosses (0.4 accurate), 2.2 clearances, 1.2 tackles and 1.1 interceptions per contest.
NOVEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Uncertain Saturday Tolo (illness/travel) is a doubt for Saturday's trip to LAFC, Jeremiah Oshan of Sounders at Heart reports.
Impact Tolo is set to return late to Seattle, but should be with the team for Saturday's trip. He's also reportedly dealing with an illness, meaning even if fit, there's a chance he's not ready for a full 90 or even a start. Youngster Reed Baker-Whiting would figure for the start if Tolo is ruled out.
NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Key assist in victory Tolo assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 (7-6) penalty shootout victory versus Houston Dynamo. In add...
Impact Tolo recorded his first goal involvement of the season Sunday late in the second half to give the Sounders a momentary 1-0 lead over Houston. The defender was not called up on in the penalty shootout. Tolo remains a key man in the Seattle backline, having made 29 appearances (28 starts) this season. He is likely to find himself on his familiar left side of the formation when Seattle lineup for their next match to open the Western Conference semifinals.
NOVEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Starts against San Jose Tolo (not injury related) is in the starting XI for Wednesday's clash with San Jose Earthquakes.
Impact Tolo has rejoined the squad following a late return from international duty. The left-back should play his regular role, racking up defensive stats and occasional crosses. Reed Baker-Whiting will return to the bench with Tolo back from kickoff.
SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Called up to national team duty Tolo has been called up to the Cameroonian national team for their upcoming 2025 African Cup of Nations qualifiers and will not be an option for Saturday's trip to Columbus.
Impact Tolo will return to national team duty with Cameroon following his consistent season with Seattle. He's started 21 of the 22 games played in MLS play, totaling 45 crosses (nine accurate), 53 clearances and 30 tackles. Reed Baker-Whiting would be an option to return to the starting XI at left back for the clash with Columbus in his absence.
SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Helps Seattle to clean sheet Tolo took two off target shots, crossed once inaccurately, made two interceptions and four clearances during Saturday's 1-0 win over Austin FC.
Impact Tolo was a part of the Seattle back four that kept a clean sheet Saturday, leading the Sounders with two shots. The left-back has started back-to-back fixtures after a team imposed one-match suspension, combining for four shots and six interceptions over that timeframe.
JULY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to starting XI Tolo (coach's decision) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against New England.
Impact Tolo returns after sitting out one match due to a team-imposed ban. The left-back returns to his role in the Seattle back-four as he he's had two crosses in each of his last three appearances.
JULY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Back training Tolo is back in training Tuesday, Jeremiah Oshan of Sounder at Heart reports.
Impact Tolo missed out against Chicago and missed a week of training due to a team-imposed ban. The defender appears to be back in team activities and should be back in the first team for Saturday's clash with New England.
JULY 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Handed ban by team Tolo has been suspended by the team for a week following a postgame argument with their manager, according to Jeremiah Oshan and Niko Moreno of Sounder at Heart.
Impact Tolo looked to have picked up an injury after he was held out of training Tuesday. However, that is not the case, with it now having been announced that he is facing a one-week ban from games and training from the team following his refusal to engage a fan acknowledgment, leading to an argument with the manager. This is all that is known about the situation at the moment, with the defender expected to be an option again to face the Revolution on July 6.
JUNE 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Not training Tolo is not training for internal reasons, manager Brian Schmetzer told reporters.
Impact Tolo missed training due to internal discipline, the second time he's been sidelined for disciplinary reasons. The defender was replaced by Reed Baker-Whiting during Sunday's clash with Dallas, Baker-Whiting could be in line for the start against Chicago on Saturday.
JUNE 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Hoping to return Tolo (international duty) is targeting a return ahead of Saturday's clash with Minnesota, according to manager Brian Schmetzer.
Impact Tolo is expected to return from international duty with Cameroon before Saturday's match. The defender would be a major boon with so many other defensive options struggling with injury. Tolo should be able to play fully if he returns in time, likely taking a starting role immediately.
JUNE 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Back with team Tolo ha served his one match suspension and is set to be an option for Wednesday's match against Real Salt Lake.
Impact Tolo has been a consistent starter for the Sounders this season, starting all 12 matches at left back. He's been averaging about 2.7 crosses and 2.9 clearances per game, while also collecting 13 interceptions and 15 tackles (11 won).
MAY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
Shown red card late in draw Tolo registered two crosses (zero accurate) and one tackle in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Vancouver Whitecaps FC. He was sent off after acquiring two yellow cards in the 94th minut...
Impact Tolo was involved in the pivotal moment of the match deep into second half stoppage time Saturday. Tolo was judged to have used his hand in an unnatural position to block a shot within his defensive box, leading to a red card being brandished and a penalty kick being given and converted as Seattle drew 1-1 with Vancouver. Tolo will miss Seattle's next league match due to suspension when they travel to take-on St. Louis next Saturday.
MAY 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE
