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Jonathan Dean - Questionable for Houston match Dean is a doubt for the 2026 season opener versus Houston Dynamo due to a non-injury problem.

Impact Dean could be sidelined after making four consecutive starts at the end of the previous campaign. In that case Leonardo Barroso and Philip Zinckernagel will likely operate at right-back and right-wing, respectively. It remains unclear when Dean will rejoin the squad.

8 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

World Cup Watch: MLS Will Be Where USA's Goalkeeper Battle Will Play Out

The two top candidates to be the man in the net for the USA at the World Cup will duke it out in MLS.

17 HOURS AGO • FOX SPORTS

World Cup Watch: MLS Will Be Where USA's Goalkeeper Battle Will Play Out

Hugo Cuypers - Doubt for opener Cuypers' status is yet to be determined ahead of the weekend's clash against Houston Dynamo, per Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports.

Impact Cuypers is at risk of missing the opening match of the 2026 campaign, but the severity of his situation remains unknown. The striker was a consistent performer last year, leading the team with 19 goals in league play. His place in the starting squad could be taken by Chris Mueller.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Bamba - Uncertain for Saturday Bamba is questionable for Saturday's trip to Houston Dynamo due to an undisclosed reason, Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports reports.

Impact Bamba could be out for the start of the 2026 season, meaning a potential blow to the team's attacking power after he featured in every game of the 2025 campaign, in which he scored six times and provided five assists. The left winger may see his playing time limited if he's dealing with an injury, with Maren Haile-Selassie benefiting from his absence with increased minutes.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Andrew Gutman - Out for Houston match Gutman is not available for the MLS season opener against Houston Dynamo, Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports reports.

Impact Gutman is apparently dealing with an issue that will keep him out for an unknown period, forcing Chicago to play without him for the first time since 2024 given that he started all games in the previous campaign. With Viktor Radojevic (lower body) also sidelined, a midfielder or central defender may have to be deployed at left-back in upcoming games.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

MLS Kits Revealed! Grateful Dead, America's Birthday Help Inspire Jersey Designs

The season's new MLS kits include new sharp designs to lean into each team's local identity and culture.

FEBRUARY 10 • FOX SPORTS

MLS Kits Revealed! Grateful Dead, America's Birthday Help Inspire Jersey Designs

Durán makes it six clubs at the age of 22 after joining Zenit on loan from Al-Nassr

Colombia striker Jhon Durán has joined Zenit St. Petersburg on loan from Saudi club Al-Nassr until the end of the season

FEBRUARY 9 • Associated Press

Viktor Radojevic - Working individually Radojevic (lower body) was able to work out individually Friday, reports Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports Net.

Impact Radojevic remains training on the side as he continue to rehab from a lower body injury. He signed with Chicago in August 2025, however has yet to make his official appearance following his injury. If all goes well in his recover, the midfielder could make his debut in early March.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Mueller - Fit for friendly Mueller (chest) started and played 45 minutes in a preseason friendly.

Impact Mueller has returned to play after he ended last season injured, with the midfielder an option for a friendly to start the preseason. This is massive news for the midfielder after he was sidelined the entire 2025 campaign, unable to return from a chest issue. He had previously held a rotational role with 15 starts in 27 appearances during the 2024 season, likely heading for a similar role.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Brady - Returns in friendly Brady (lower body) started and played 45 minutes in a preseason friendly.

Impact Brady was back with the team for the preseason and is now on the field, with the goalie getting time in a friendly. He is poised to be their starting keeper again, moving into the season, earning five clean sheets in 30 appearances last season.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Leonardo Barroso - Plays in friendly Barroso started the second half of a preseason friendly, according to his club.

Impact Barosso was out for much of the end of the last season as he dealt with injuries, but he is back in the team for preseason play, earning some time in a friendly. He had 11 starts in 19 appearances in his opening campaign with the club, recording one goal and an assist. That said, a starting role could be waiting to begin the season, looking to break onto the scene more after he was limited by injuries.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Fire FC, Kellyn Acosta mutually terminate contract | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Mutual contract termination Chicago Fire FC and midfielder Kellyn Acosta have mutually terminated his contract, the...

JANUARY 14 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Chicago Fire sign South African winger Puso Dithejane | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Chicago Fire FC have acquired winger Puso Dithejane from South African Premiership side TS Galaxy FC, the c...

JANUARY 13 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Former USA Midfielder Chris Armas Named Head Coach Of Kansas City Current

Former Colorado Rapids coach and U.S. team midfielder Chris Armas has been named head coach of the Kansas City Current.

JANUARY 7 • FOX SPORTS

Former USA Midfielder Chris Armas Named Head Coach Of Kansas City Current

Sporting KC reportedly set to hire Rapha Wicky to replace legendary head coach Peter Vermes

Sporting KC are nearing an agreement with former Chicago Fire and Young Boys manager Raphael Wicky, according to the Athletic. The Swiss man...

JANUARY 5 • goal

Sporting KC reportedly set to hire Rapha Wicky to replace legendary head coach Peter Vermes

Chicago Fire sign goalkeeper Josh Cohen | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Chicago Fire FC have signed goalkeeper Josh Cohen via free agency, the club announced Wednesday. He is unde...

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Chicago Fire sign midfielder Robin Lod | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Chicago Fire FC have signed Finland international midfielder Robin Lod via free agency, the club announced...

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Robin Lod - Transfers to Chicago Lod completed a move to Chicago Fire after leaving Minnesota United ahead of the 2026 campaign, his new club announced Friday.

Impact Lod finished the previous season with six goals and four assists across 37 MLS matches. He'll now look to earn a starting spot in his new team's midfield, where he'll compete with Sergio Oregel and Dje D'Avilla. The Finland international could be reliable for offensive stats if he can improve on his 2025 season averages of 1.1 shots (0.5 on goal) and 1.0 chances created per game.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Robin Lod - Option declined Lod didn't have his contract exercised by Minnesota ahead of the 2026 MLS season.

Impact Minnesota decided against exercising the option on Lod's contract, but there's still a door open for a potential return for the midfielder since both parties continue to negotiate a new contract. Lod started in 32 of his 37 appearances with Minnesota United in 2025, tallying six goals and four assists from his versatile midfield role.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Dean - Ends season with four assists Dean started 21 times in time in 32 appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 MLS season

Impact Dean turned his season around after an early injury setback, keeping himself in the mix for a starting role with Chicago. He finished the year with one goal and four assists, while contributing 85 clearances, 44 tackles, and 36 interceptions. His 21 starts marked a personal best in his three seasons with the club, positioning him for an even bigger role in 2026 after a promising campaign in the Windy City.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Dean - Ends season with four assists Dean started 21 times in time in 32 appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 MLS season

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Andrew Gutman - Starts all 37 matches Gutman started in each of the 37 MLS matches (including the playoffs) for Chicago during the 2025 season.

Impact Gutman earned Chicago's Iron Man award after starting every league match in 2025. He posted career highs with nine assists, added three goals, and contributing defensively with 66 tackles and 123 clearances. Following an injury-plagued 2024, Gutman made a strong comeback, completing his first full season with the Fire and showcasing versatility on both ends of the pitch. He remains the leading candidate for the starting left-back role next season as he will enter the final year of his contract.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kellyn Acosta - Veteran presence left on bench Acosta made six starts in 20 MLS appearances during the 2025 MLS season.

Impact A seasoned MLS veteran, Acosta spent most of the 2025 season on the bench due to injuries and inconsistent form. He logged just 654 minutes across 20 appearances, contributing 14 interceptions and 10 clearances. Although the club holds an option for 2027, Acosta's future likely hinges unless he improves his durability and impact on the pitch in 2026.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Mauricio Pineda - 30 appearances in 2025 Pineda made 18 starts in 30 MLS appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 MLS season.

Impact Pineda continued in a rotational role for Chicago for the third straight season. In 2025, he registered a career-high two assists, along with 40 tackles and 18 clearances. While inconsistency limited him to a partial starting role, he still featured in the starting XI for 60 percent of his appearances. Looking ahead, Pineda enters his seventh season with Chicago, making him one of the longest-tenured players on the current roster.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Bamba - Makes 35 starts for Chicago Bamba recorded 35 starts in 37 MLS appearances for Chicago during the 2025 MLS season (including the playoffs).

Impact Bamba proved to be one of Chicago's most reliable players in 2025, featuring in all 37 matches. In his debut MLS season, he scored six goals and provided five assists, while creating 54 chances and making 25 tackles. The winger maintained his typical goal contribution rate of 11 and brought valuable experience from his time in Spain and France. Looking ahead, Bamba is poised to build on this foundation and increase his offensive impact in 2026.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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World Cup Watch: MLS Will Be Where USA's Goalkeeper Battle Will Play Out

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Durán makes it six clubs at the age of 22 after joining Zenit on loan from Al-Nassr

Former USA Midfielder Chris Armas Named Head Coach Of Kansas City Current

Sporting KC reportedly set to hire Rapha Wicky to replace legendary head coach Peter Vermes