Wessam Abou Ali - Page 2 - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates | FOX Sports

Goal and assist Saturday Abou Ali scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to Portland Timbers. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 58th...

Impact Abou Ali started the 2026 season on a high note, scoring the opening goal in the 6th minute and then assisting Diego Rossi's strike in the 44th minute. He scored three goals in five appearances last season prior to his ankle injury, so it's no surprise that he's back firing now that he's healthy. He figures to play a very important role on the Crew's attack this season.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Lassiter scores winner, Chará sets records as Timbers open season with 3-2 victory over Crew

Ariel Lassiter had the only goal of the second half and Portland beat the Columbus Crew 3-2 in a season opener, topping off a record-setting night for the Timbers’ Diego Chará

FEBRUARY 22 • Associated Press

Should be ready for opener Abou Ali (ankle) will likely be an option for the 2026 MLS season opener against Portland, with manager Henrik Rydstrom revealing that he has seen some action in preseason work, Ma...

Impact Abou Ali may even have a chance to start Saturday, but it's possible he'll have his playing time managed, considering that they were very careful with his return in the offseason following a five-month absence. Prior to the injury, he was in good form with one goal in each of his last three games. Bot Jamal Thiare and Ibrahim Aliyu could see their roles limited if Abou Ali is ready to feature in upcoming games.

FEBRUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Extra careful during preseason Ali (ankle) did not play in any of the preseason scrimmages for Columbus as the team wants to be extra sure he is healthy, reports Brianna Mac Kay of the Dispatched Alerts.

Impact Ali is still extected to be day to day heading into the opener on Saturday, as he did not appear in any preseason matches for Columbus. Once fit, the forward is expected to be a big game changer in the attack as he scored three goals in just the five appearances in 2025 before going down on injury.

FEBRUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

Will remain out Abou Ali (ankle) is set to miss Saturday's match against Cincinnati, according to Brianna Mac Kay of the Columbus Dispatch.

Impact Abou Ali is not going to recover from his ankle issues in time for the series finale on Saturday, with the forward still struggling with his ankle injury. He will now miss six straight games, a brutal run for the forward. He was starting before the injury, so he hopes to see his return next round if his club advances in the playoffs.

NOVEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Columbus Crew host Cincinnati in Eastern Conference semifinals

The Columbus Crew host Cincinnati in the Eastern Conference semifinals

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Doesn't train Abou Ali (ankle) is not in training Wednesday, according to Brianna Mac Kay of the Columbus Dispatch.

Impact Abou Ali has been out for over a month now due to injury with an ankle injury and seems to have no update on progression other than not being in a cast any longer, with the forward still yet to train. This will likely leave the forward out for the rest of the series against Cincinnati, possibly returning if they make a deeper run in the playoffs. However, the club won't count on his availability for at least a few more weeks, appearing to still be fat from a return.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Columbus Crew visit Cincinnati in opening round of MLS Cup Playoffs

The Columbus Crew visit Cincinnati in the opening round of the MLS Cup Playoffs

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Set for six weeks out Abou Ali will miss the remainder of the regular season since he will be out at least six weeks following a hairline fracture in his right ankle suffered against Toronto, coach Wilf...

Impact Abou Ali suffered a hairline fracture in his right ankle against Toronto and will be sidelined for six weeks, ruling him out for the remainder of the season. This is a big blow for the Crew as the forward had scored in each of his last three games for Columbus. Ibrahim Aliyu is expected to see increased playing time in the frontline during his absence.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, suffers injury in draw Abou Ali scored one goal but left with an apparent ankle issue in Saturday's 1-1 draw against Toronto, Brianna Mac Kay of the Columbus Dispatch reports.

Impact Abou Ali managed to make an impact in 33 minutes of play as he found the net from inside the box before being forced to exit Saturday's match. He's now questionable for upcoming fixtures and could miss a few weeks if his ankle issue is confirmed. That would be an unfortunate blow for a forward who has produced a goal in each of his last three games played.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores header Wednesday Abou Ali scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 loss to New York City FC.

Impact After scoring his first Crew goal Saturday in the goal fest versus Atlanta, Abou Ali scored again in Wednesday's loss. It was a header in the 60th minute off a Max Arfsten cross to take the 2-1 lead. He made his third straight start for the Crew and has looked strong up top. He will look to keep his goalscoring streak alive Saturday versus Toronto.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores first Columbus goal Abou Ali scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 5-4 win over Atlanta United.

Impact Abou Ali started a second match in a row Saturday, his second start in three appearances since joining the team. He would also bag his first goal, finding the back of the net in the 25th minute. That said, he has only taken one shot to reach his first goal, a highly efficient start with the club.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inks deal with Columbus Abou Ali has completed a transfer to Columbus from Al Ahly, according to his new club.

Impact Abou Ali is making a big move in his career as he heads across the pond to sign with Columbus after a few years in Egypt, signing a deal with the Crew until 2027, with an option for 2028. He has witnessed a great spell of success with his former club, notching 38 goals and 10 assists in 60 appearances, a prolific scorer each of the past few campaigns. He will now rival Jacen Russel-Rowe and Diego Rossi for time at forward, a real possibility to break the starting XI if he can continue his scoring in a new league.

JULY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE