B. Hlongwane — season analysis
Bongokuhle Hlongwane (South Africa) earns his living stopping attacks: the defender is part of the Minnesota United FC (MLS) defensive core in 2025/26.
Over 37 appearances he has been directly involved in 5 goals: 3 scored, 2 set up. That comes across 2,752 minutes on the pitch, or 0.1 goals per 90 minutes and 0.16 goal involvements per 90. He has started 30 of those matches.
He has attempted 27 shots (41% finding the frame) and converts 11% of them. He creates chances too, with 23 key passes. Off the ball he has made 43 tackles and 31 interceptions, winning 47% of his duels.
Disciplinary record this season: 2 yellow. Put together, his season yields an IIG of 5.9, the league-weighted impact score explained on our about page.
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