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Gonzalo Tapia, Brais Méndez help Crew avoid MLS Cup wild-card match with 4-3 victory over Fire

Gonzalo Tapia netted a pair of goals and Brais Méndez scored the winner in stoppage time to help the Columbus Crew pull out a 4-3 Decision Day victory over the Chicago Fire

9 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Columbus Crew take shutout streak into matchup with the Chicago Fire

The Columbus Crew come into a matchup against the Chicago Fire after notching two straight shutout wins

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Mauricio Pineda - Works in gym Thursday Pineda was in the gym but didn't train with the squad Thursday, Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports reports.

Impact Pineda was not part of the main training group Thursday, which could affect his availability if he remains sidelined from full sessions. Chicago may need to monitor his status ahead of the club's final regular-season match against Columbus. He has dropped to an unused substitute role for the last four games, so the impact of his absence would be on the team's depth behind Anton Saletros and Dje D'Avilla.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Robin Lod - Unlikely to return Saturday Lod (undisclosed) remains absent from team training and is unlikely to feature in Saturday's regular-season finale against Columbus Crew, according to Joe Chatz.

Impact Lod continues recovering from an injury sustained while on international duty with Finland and has yet to resume training with the first team. The midfielder has been an important contributor for Chicago this season, recording four goals and two assists across 24 MLS appearances, including 17 starts. His continued absence leaves Maren Haile-Selassie and Jonathan Bamba with opportunities for increased playing time, while his availability for the postseason remains uncertain.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chris Brady - Two saves for win Brady recorded two saves and allowed two goals in Saturday's 4-2 victory versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact Brady stopped two of the four shots he faced during Saturday's win. The goalkeeper simply wasn't called upon to make that many saves and he did passably. On the whole this match was won by the team in front of Brady, he was largely along for the ride. He's had a good campaign and continues to be one of the highest potential goalkeepers in the league.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Dean - Rare assist in win Dean assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 win against Colorado Rapids.

Impact Dean got on the scoresheet during Saturday's win, earning an assist on his only chance created throughout the match. The defender sent in three crosses, but his volume was disappointing for the most part throughout Saturday's win. He's not a major offensive threat and isn't likely to pile on the volume, especially against top opponents.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Philip Zinckernagel - Adds assist Saturday Zinckernagel assisted once to go with two shots (one on goal), six crosses (five accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 4-2 victory over Colorado Rapids.

Impact Zinckernagel provided one assist during Saturday's win, as well as taking six crosses. It was excellent volume for the forward throughout Saturday's clash and he made the most of that volume to really put the finishing touches on the win. He should remain a big part of the XI as Chicago heads into the final match of the regular season.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Puso Dithejane - Nets off bench Dithejane scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-2 win versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact Dithejane came off the bench for the closing stages of Saturday's win and got involved in the attack straight away. He scored on the only shot he took during his five minutes off the bench. The forward doesn't get too much time on the pitch, so it's hard to trust him to break out during the most important part of the season.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Robert Lewandowski - Goal, assist in win Lewandowski scored one goal and assisted once from one shot and one chance created in Saturday's 4-2 win against Colorado Rapids.

Impact Lewandowski may not have gotten the most goals during Saturday's win, but he's still an elite attacking option. He scored his only shot and earned an assist on his only chance created. Lewandowski doesn't have the speed or agility to get the space that he once created, but he's still simply incredible with the ball at his feet, and picks apart the defense like few others.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Bamba - Nets brace Bamba scored two goals to go with five shots (three on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-2 victory over Colorado Rapids.

Impact Bamba got on the scoresheet during Saturday's win, adding a pair of goals on some major volume from the midfield. The midfielder has found good form to close out the regular season, and seems to be making the most of his chances in the team. Bamba had major volume throughout the attack during Saturday's win and will hope to carry that forward.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Bamba scores 2 goals for Fire in 4-2 win over Rapids

Jonathan Bamba scored two goals, Robert Lewandowski and Puso Dithejane each added a goal, and the Chicago Fire beat the Colorado Rapids 4-2

NOVEMBER 1 • Associated Press

Maren Haile-Selassie - Scores late equalizer Wednesday Haile-Selassie scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one corner in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Orlando City SC.

Impact Haile-Selassie took advantage of a clever touch from Jonathan Bamba to drill an unstoppable shot inside the 18-yard box. Haile-Selassie continues to be an important player for the Fire -- he has notched a career-high 12 goals this season while also adding six assists.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Leonardo Barroso - Assists in comeback draw Barroso assisted once to go with three crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Orlando City SC.

Impact Barroso set up Chicago's first goal with a perfect cross, which Jonathan Bamba nodded home from close range. Despite the contribution, Barroso isn't known for much attacking flair. Most of his upside should remain tied to defensive stats.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Bamba - Provides spark off bench Bamba scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and one chance created in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Orlando City SC.

Impact Bamba was a one-man wrecking crew in the second half, scoring with a close-range header and later assisting on Maren Haile-Selassie's equalizer. Bamba hasn't been a regular starter for the Fire, but this outing could earn the veteran forward extra minutes down the stretch.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Brady - Beaten twice in first half Brady registered three saves and allowed two goals in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Orlando City SC.

Impact Brady did little in either of Orlando's goals, and the young goalkeeper didn't have much responsibility either. However, he was at his best in the second half and allowed Chicago to mount a comeback. Brady has another tough matchup at Colorado before the end of the regular season, at home against Columbus on Saturday, Nov. 7.

OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE

Colorado Rapids host the Chicago Fire in non-conference matchup

The Colorado Rapids and the Chicago Fire meet in a non-conference matchup

OCTOBER 30 • Associated Press

Griezmann has 1 goal, 1 assist for Orlando City in 2-2 tie with Fire

Antoine Griezmann had a goal and an assist and Iván Angulo also scored a goal for Orlando City in a 2-2 tie with the Chicago Fire

OCTOBER 29 • Associated Press

Mbekezeli Mbokazi - Returns from yellow card suspension Mbokazi has served his one-match suspension for yellow card accumulation and is available for selection again after missing Wednesday's MLS clash against Orlando City.

Impact Mbokazi is eligible to return to the starting lineup after sitting out Wednesday's encounter against Orlando due to his fifth yellow card of the season, received during Saturday's 3-2 victory over Atlanta United. The South African center-back had established himself as a regular starter following his recovery from a thigh injury, starting six consecutive MLS matches while recording 40 clearances, 10 tackles and four blocks. Jack Elliott provided an alternative in central defense during his suspension, but Mbokazi can now reclaim his place in the defensive rotation, depending on the coaching staff's selection decisions.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Dje D'avilla - Available after serving suspension D'Avilla has completed his one-match suspension for yellow card accumulation and is eligible to return to the squad following Wednesday's clash against Orlando.

Impact D'Avilla is back in contention after sitting out Wednesday's encounter against Orlando due to his eighth yellow card of the season, which he received during Saturday's 3-2 victory against Atlanta United. The midfielder has been a consistent contributor defensively, recording 11 tackles, seven clearances and five interceptions across his last 10 appearances, alongside three shots on target and three chances created. Anzor Mekvabishvili was among the options to cover his absence, but D'Avilla can now compete for his usual role in the starting lineup with no remaining disciplinary restrictions.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Fire host Orlando City in Eastern Conference play

The Chicago Fire play Orlando City in Eastern Conference action

OCTOBER 27 • Associated Press

Mbekezeli Mbokazi - Suspended Wednesday Mbokazi registered seven clearances in Saturday's 3-2 win versus Atlanta United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 81st minute and is set for one match suspension.

Impact Mbokazi will serve his first suspension of the season after picking up his fifth yellow card. Since returning from a thigh injury, he has started all six MLS matches, recording 10 tackles, 40 clearances and four blocks. It has been a strong return for the defender after suffering the injury while on international duty with South Africa. Jack Elliott is the most likely candidate to replace him at center back for Wednesday's clash with Orlando City.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Dje D'avilla - Suspended again D'Avilla generated one tackle (one won) and one clearance in Saturday's 3-2 victory over Atlanta United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 38th minute and except for a...

Impact D'Avilla will serve his second suspension in two matches after picking up his eighth yellow card of the season. He has been in steady form, recording 11 tackles, seven clearances, five interceptions, three shots on target and three chances created across his last 10 appearances. Anzor Mekvabishvili is expected to be the leading candidate to replace him in the starting XI for Wednesday's clash with Orlando.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Philip Zinckernagel - Nets on Saturday Zinckernagel scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal), seven crosses (one accurate) and five corners in Saturday's 3-2 win over Atlanta United.

Impact Zinckernagel netted Chicago's third in the 60th minute assisted by Anton Saletros. Zinckernagel recorded the most crosses in the game, created three chances and also made two tackles. He has now netted twice in the last five appearances and is up to 15 goal contributions for the campaign.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Anzor Mekvabishvili - Nets on Saturday Mekvabishvili scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-2 win over Atlanta United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 79th minute.

Impact Mekvabishvili replaced Dje D'Avilla at half-time and gave Chicago the lead in the 51st minute. Mekvabishvili recorded 26 passes and also made two tackles and two interceptions. He has featured in three games this campaign and this was his first goal.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Anton Saletros - Scores and assists on Saturday Saletros scored one goal and assisted once from two shots and three chances created in Saturday's 3-2 win over Atlanta United.

Impact Saletros equalized in the 30th minute from long range and then assisted Philip Zinckernagel for the third in the 60th minute. Saletros recorded 38 passes and also made two clearances and an interception. He has now accumulated four goal contributions in the last five games.

OCTOBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

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Gonzalo Tapia, Brais Méndez help Crew avoid MLS Cup wild-card match with 4-3 victory over Fire

Columbus Crew take shutout streak into matchup with the Chicago Fire

Jonathan Bamba scores 2 goals for Fire in 4-2 win over Rapids

Colorado Rapids host the Chicago Fire in non-conference matchup

Griezmann has 1 goal, 1 assist for Orlando City in 2-2 tie with Fire

Chicago Fire host Orlando City in Eastern Conference play