Crest of Rhode Island
DefenderSeason 2026

Karifa Yao

Rhode IslandUSL ChampionshipData current as of November 07, 2026
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NationalityCanada
PositionDefender
Age26 years
Height191 cm
Weight85 kg
Shirt number24

Karifa Yao: season at a glance

Karifa Yao represents Rhode Island in USL Championship during the 2026 season. Across 24 appearances, the player has completed 2051 minutes, scored 3 goals and recorded 0 assists.

The available attacking record adds Shots: 7, Shots on target: 5, Shot accuracy: 71.4%, Expected goals (xG): 2.52, and Non-penalty xG: 2.52.

The available defending record adds Tackles: 17, Interceptions: 34, Clearances: 117, and Duels won: 94.

The profile includes 15 verified recent appearances and compares the player's record across 3 seasons.

Season overview

Playing time and performance

Player strengths

See where this player stands out against others in the same position this season.

Average rating77 / 100

Above average

Tackles / per 9027 / 100

Below average

Interceptions / per 9092 / 100

Above average

Clearances / per 9092 / 100

Above average

Blocks / per 9081 / 100

Above average

Aerial duels won / per 9089 / 100

Above average

Duels won / per 9049 / 100

Around average

Pass completion85 / 100

Above average

xG per shot
0.36
Starting rate
100%
Minutes per appearance
85.46
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Attacking

7Shots0.30 per 90
5Shots on target0.22 per 90
2.52Expected goals (xG)0.11 per 90
2.52Non-penalty xG0.11 per 90

Chance creation

0Assists0.00 per 90
1.97Expected assists (xA)0.09 per 90
8Key passes0.35 per 90
1Crosses0.04 per 90

Passing and possession

884Passes38.23 per 90
759Completed passes32.83 per 90
5Dribbles0.22 per 90

Defending

17Tackles0.74 per 90
34Interceptions1.47 per 90
117Clearances5.06 per 90
12Blocks0.52 per 90
94Duels won59.0%

Discipline

Recent appearances

MatchScoreRoleGoalsAssistsDiscipline
Charleston Battery - Rhode IslandOct 30, 20261 : 1Starter00-
Hartford Athletic - Rhode IslandOct 24, 20262 : 1Starter10馃煥 1-
Rhode Island - Pittsburgh RiverhoundsOct 17, 20261 : 1Starter00馃煥 1-
Rhode Island - Loudoun UnitedOct 14, 20261 : 0Starter00-
Detroit City FC - Rhode IslandOct 10, 20261 : 0Starter00馃煥 1-
Brooklyn FC - Rhode IslandOct 03, 20261 : 3Starter10-
Rhode Island - Indy ElevenSep 30, 20261 : 0Starter00馃煥 1-
Charleston Battery - Rhode IslandSep 26, 20262 : 0Starter00-
Rhode Island - Miami FC IISep 19, 20261 : 2Starter10-
Sporting JAX - Rhode IslandSep 13, 20260 : 3Starter00-
Rhode Island - Louisville CitySep 05, 20261 : 1Starter00-
Tulsa Roughnecks - Rhode IslandAug 30, 20261 : 0Substitute00-
Rhode Island - Hartford AthleticJul 18, 20261 : 0Starter00-
Sacramento Republic - Rhode IslandJul 09, 20262 : 1Starter00-
Rhode Island - Orange County SCJul 04, 20261 : 1Starter00-

Career by season

SeasonLeagueAppearancesMinutesGoalsAssists
2026USL Championship242,05130
2025USL Championship282,31800
2024USL Championship373,26521

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Frequently asked questions

Which team does Karifa Yao play for?

Karifa Yao is listed with Rhode Island in USL Championship for the 2026 season.

How many goals and assists does Karifa Yao have?

Karifa Yao has 3 goals and 0 assists in 24 appearances during the 2026 season.

How many minutes has Karifa Yao played?

The 2026 record contains 2051 minutes across 24 appearances.

What statistics are available for Karifa Yao?

The profile covers playing time, goals, assists, cards and, when recorded, xG, xA, shooting, passing, dribbling, defending, goalkeeping and recent match logs.