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Robert Lewandowski - Plays second half Lewandowski recorded two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 defeat versus New York City FC.

Impact Lewandowski came off the bench against NYCFC after making his debut start for Chicago against Inter Miami on July 22. Through his first two appearances, he has recorded three shots, including one on target, while adding three clearances. The forward is still adjusting to life with his new club following his summer transfer from FC Barcelona.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Joel Waterman - Scores lone team goal Waterman scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 defeat versus New York City FC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 77th minute.

Impact Waterman scored Chicago's lone goal in the match, netting his first of the season. He has started both matches since returning from the World Cup break after representing Canada at the tournament, though he did not make an appearance. The veteran defender appears poised for a larger role in the back line, having made eight starts across 12 league outings while contributing 44 clearances and six blocks.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chris Brady - Poor showing Saturday Brady recorded no saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-1 loss to New York City FC.

Impact Brady failed to record a save while conceding three goals in Saturday's loss to NYCFC. It marked just the second time this season that the goalkeeper finished a match without a save, after averaging 2.9 stops per outing. He'll look to bounce back against Charlotte on Saturday, whi have scored eight times across its last five matches.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mbekezeli Mbokazi - Facing months on sidelines Mbokazi (thigh) tore his thigh in training and will be out for months, according to coach Gregg Berhalter, per Tim Hotze.

Impact Mbokazi already missed the midweek loss to Inter Miami and Saturday's match against New York City FC with the lower body issue before this update confirmed the severity. Joel Waterman is expected to continue in the starting lineup as his replacement during the extended absence. Mbokazi is expected to begin a lengthy recovery process after starring for South Africa at the 2026 World Cup.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Fernandez, Ojeda and Jones each score a goal, NYCFC beat Fire 3-1

Nicolas Fernandez scored a goal for the third consecutive game, Agustin Ojeda and Malachi Jones each added a goal, and New York City FC beat the Chicago Fire 3-1

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

CF Montreal vs Inter Miami: How to watch, Live Stream, TV Channel and Time for a 2026 MLS match on July 25, 2026 CF Montreal will take on Inter Miami at the Saputo Stadium in a 2026 MLS regular season match. After their victory against Chicago Fire, Mes...

4 DAYS AGO • BOLAVIP.COM

New York City vs Chicago Fire: How to watch, Live Stream, TV Channel and Time in a 2026 MLS match on July 25, 2026 New York City take on Chicago Fire at the Yankee Stadium in a 2026 MLS regular season match. A duel between two rivals who need the win. Her...

4 DAYS AGO • BOLAVIP.COM

New York City FC vs Chicago Fire Prediction and Betting Tips | July 25th 2026 Action continues in Major League Soccer as New York City FC play host to Chicago Fire at Yankee Stadium on Saturday.

5 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Maren Haile-Selassie - Assists in 3-2 defeat Haile-Selassie assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 loss versus Inter Miami CF.

Impact Haile-Selassie assisted Puso Dithjane to bring Chicago Fire back to 2-2 before they went on to lose 3-2. This is his third assist of the season, all of which have come in the last seven games, and all three of his goals have come in the last nine games.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Puso Dithejane - Scores as sub in 3-2 defeat Dithejane scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 defeat against Inter Miami CF.

Impact Dithejane scored his first MLS goal as he came from the bench to bring the game back to 2-2 before they lost 3-2. He took two shots for the fourth time this season, with three of these occasions coming as a substitute.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chris Brady - Four saves in 3-2 defeat Brady recorded four saves and allowed three goals in Wednesday's 3-2 loss versus Inter Miami CF.

Impact Brady returned from World Cup action, where he was unused by the USMNT. He made four saves but conceded three goals, after three MLS games without conceding more than one. With four saves, this was the seventh time in 15 games that he has hit this amount, but it was the second time he has conceded three on these occasions.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Christopher Cupps - Out on international duty Cupps is out for the time being since he's part of the USMNT U19 side for the 2026 CONCACAF U20 Championship.

Impact Cupps' absence won't have a big impact in fantasy since he rarely plays for the first time. He'll be with the USMNT youth side until Aug. 9 if the team reaches the final, meaning the earliest he'd return in that case would be against Portland on Sunday, Aug. 16.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chris Mueller - Sidelined once again Mueller (not injury related) is out for Saturday's game against NYCFC, Joe Chatz of OnTap Sports reports.

Impact The reasons behind Mueller's absence are uncertain, as is his timetable to return. This shouldn't have a big impact in fantasy, however. Mueller will likely serve as a depth piece behind Robert Lewandowski, Robin Lod and Philip Zinckernagel even when he's back.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Mbekezeli Mbokazi - Ruled out once again Mbokazi (lower body) is out for Saturday's game against New York City FC, according to Joe Chatz of OnTap Sports.

Impact Mbokazi didn't play in the 3-2 loss to Inter Miami in midweek, and the center-back, who starred for South Africa in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, is sidelined once again. With Mbokazi out, Joel Waterman should continue in the XI as his replacement.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

New York City FC hosts the Chicago Fire in conference action

New York City FC plays the Chicago Fire in conference play

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Luis Suárez Named MLS Player of the Matchday presented by Michelob Ultra for Matchdays 16 and 17 | Inter Miami CF Inter Miami CF forward Luis Suárez’s stellar performance against Chicago Fire on Wednesday night earn him Major League Soccer (MLS) Player o...

6 DAYS AGO • INTERMIAMICF.COM

Inter Miami 3-2 Chicago Fire: Suarez scores twice to sour Lewandowski's MLS debut Robert Lewandowski made his MLS debut for the Chicago Fire, but it was another former Barcelona star, Luis Suarez, who stole the show.

JULY 23 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Con doblete de Luis Suárez, Miami amarga el debut de Lewandowski en la MLS Robert Lewandowski debutó con el Chicago Fire en la MLS, pero cayó 3-2 ante el Inter Miami de Luis Suárez, quien marcó un doblete. Lionel Me...

JULY 23 • SI.COM

Felipe Mora scores in stoppage time to help Timbers escape with 2-2 draw against Dallas

Felipe Mora scored two minutes into stoppage time to erase a late go-ahead goal by Dallas’ Petar Musa and help the Portland Timbers earn a 2-2 draw

JULY 23 • Associated Press

Luis Suárez brace powers short-handed Inter Miami past Chicago | MLSSoccer.com No Lionel Messi? No problem. Inter Miami CF handled business on Wednesday night at Nu Stadium, getting a late winner from homegrown midfield...

JULY 23 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Messi-less Inter Miami reopens its 2026 MLS campaign with horrendous own goal Robert Lewandowski didn't score in his Major League Soccer debut with the Chicago Fire, but he did get a first-hand look at a very MLS momen...

JULY 23 • USATODAY.COM

Leonardo Barroso - Unused sub, past lower body issue Barroso was an unused substitute in Wednesday's 3-2 loss to Miami, though his inclusion in the squad suggests he has moved past his lower body issue, the club posted.

Impact Barroso had been sidelined since April 12, and finding a spot on the bench after his lower body issues is an encouraging sign that his recovery is complete. He previously contributed five shots, 11 crosses, nine clearances and seven tackles across seven MLS starts before the injury, and his path back into the starting lineup, likely at right back, will be one to track over the coming matches.

JULY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Miami CF vs. Chicago Fire FC | Full Match Highlights | Luis Suárez Brace, Lewandowski Debut!

JULY 23 • YOUTUBE

Why Lionel Messi Isn't Playing for Inter Miami vs. Chicago Fire The Herons will be without their captain and other key starters against Robert Lewandowski and Co.

JULY 22 • SI.COM

Inter Miami CF Signs Diego Rey and Ian Urkidi on Short-Term Agreements from Inter Miami CF II | Inter Miami CF Inter Miami CF announced today that it has signed forward Diego Rey and midfielder Ian Urkidi to short-term agreements from the Club's MLS N...

JULY 22 • INTERMIAMICF.COM

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Fernandez, Ojeda and Jones each score a goal, NYCFC beat Fire 3-1

New York City FC hosts the Chicago Fire in conference action

Felipe Mora scores in stoppage time to help Timbers escape with 2-2 draw against Dallas