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Hugo Cuypers - Scores twice in draw Cuypers scored two goals to go with four shots (two on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw against FC Cincinnati.

Impact Cuypers fired a brilliant volley after controlling the ball well at the edge of the box in the 26th minute, and he doubled his tally through another notable finish in the 48th of the match. Having recovered from a head injury that forced him to miss two contests, the Belgian striker achieved his first brace of the year, and he has now found the net in all five games he's played in the MLS season. He should remain among the league's top forwards if he keeps up his current rate of a goal every 75 minutes.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Robin Lod - Neutralized in Cincinnati match Lod had one tackle (one won), two clearances and one interception in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus FC Cincinnati.

Impact Lod featured as more of a distributor while the fit-again Hugo Cuypers was the focal point inside the box this time. The experienced midfielder has generated three scoring chances in each of his last two outings, but he remains without a goal or assist in six games played since March. Other than that, he's averaging 1.5 chances created and 1.3 tackles per match throughout the campaign.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Philip Zinckernagel - Scores, assists in draw Zinckernagel scored one goal and assisted once from five shots and three chances created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus FC Cincinnati.

Impact Zinckernagel was excellent Saturday, scoring from the penalty spot in first-half stoppage time and setting up Hugo Cuypers with a long pass in the 26th minute. The winger boosted his season numbers to two goals and one assist, all of which have come in the last three MLS games. Additionally, he recorded a season-high count of three chances created while attempting multiple shots for the third consecutive match.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Dje D'avilla - Records own goal in draw D'Avilla had an own goal, two shots (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-3 draw against FC Cincinnati.

Impact D'Avilla deflected a set-piece cross for the opponents' third goal, as his side surrendered the lead in the 86th minute against Cincinnati. The midfielder added some all-around production but overall failed to stand out in his fifth straight MLS start. While the own goal shouldn't affect his role in the squad, he's usually reliable for passes and tackles but is at constant risk of committing fouls and receiving yellow cards.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chris Brady - Logs seven saves against Cincinnati Brady had seven saves and allowed three goals in Saturday's 3-3 draw against FC Cincinnati.

Impact Brady had a massive performance despite the goals conceded, as his saves helped his side avoid defeat in a tough challenge. His shot stopping numbers have increased in each of his last five matches, raising his season total to 27 in eight appearances. He'll try to take advantage of the momentum next weekend against Sporting Kansas City, who have scored the fifth-fewest goals in the league so far.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

FC Cincinnati 3-3 Chicago Fire: Evander leads hosts' stirring fightback FC Cincinnati and the Chicago Fire shared six goals equally in MLS, as the visitors lost ground at the top of the Eastern Conference.

1 DAY AGO • BEINSPORTS.COM

Barlow, Evander score goals for Cincinnati in 3-3 tie with Fire

Tom Barlow and Evander Da Silva Ferreira — known simply as “Evander” — each scored a goal for FC Cincinnati in a 3-3 tie with the Chicago Fire

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Hugo Cuypers - Starts Saturday Cuypers (head) is in the staring lineup for Saturday's clash against Cincinnati.

Impact Cuypers will play again after missing the previous two contests due to his injury. Such situation should give the team a huge offensive boost while Jonathan Bamba (personal) and Chris Mueller (lower body) are out. Cuypers has been a consistent contributor this season, scoring a goal in each of his four matches played so far.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Cincinnati vs Chicago Fire Prediction and Betting Tips | 18th April 2026 Cincinnati host Chicago Fire at the TQL Stadium in MLS on Saturday, aiming to return to winning ways.

3 DAYS AGO • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Chris Brady: Chicago Fire rise, USMNT ambitions & Berhalter's impact | MLSSoccer.com Most teenage phenoms are eased into first-team action – set up to succeed with a gradual introduction to the rigors of top-flight soccer and...

4 DAYS AGO • MLSSOCCER.COM

Leonardo Barroso - Not training Thursday Barroso was absent from regular work in Thursday's practice due to an undisclosed issue, Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports reports.

Impact Barroso left last weekend's game versus Atlanta in the 68th minute after potentially suffering an injury. That was the right-back's seventh consecutive league start, so him being unavailable would be a significant blow to the squad. While his status is uncertain, his place could be taken by either Jonathan Dean or Dylan Borso in the next contests if the problem is serious.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Cuypers - Training but still questionable Cuypers (head) remains a late call for the upcoming MLS trip to Cincinnati after returning to practice during the week, Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports reports.

Impact Cuypers could be back in action soon after being sidelined for two matches due to his head injury. However, it remains to be seen if he'll be ready to make the starting lineup right away. As soon as he's completely fit, the striker will be a solid offensive asset, having made the score sheet in each of his four games played this season. His return would move Robin Los back to a midfield role.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Bamba - Out due to personal reasons Bamba is not with the team ahead of Saturday's visit to Cincinnati while he attends to a personal matter in France, Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports reports.

Impact Bamba has been Chicago's main left winger this year, scoring two goals and a team-high two assists during the MLS campaign. Thus, his absence will limit the attacking potential of a squad that could struggle to find a similar option, perhaps deploying either Philip Zinckernagel or Maren Haile-Selassie on the left flank and giving an opportunity to the Open Cup standout Jason Shokalook up front. As for Bamba, there's still uncertainty about when he'll be available again.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Chris Mueller - Working on grass Mueller (not injury related) has been working in the gym and has yet to return to the grass yet, reports Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports Net.

Impact Mueller remains out due to a non injury as he begins to work in the gym. He's already missed the last month, as a return in April seems unlikely, but not out of the question if he is able to return to training.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Anton Saletros - Whips in four crosses Saletros generated four crosses (three accurate) and two corners in Saturday's 1-0 victory over Atlanta United.

Impact Saletros would start his seventh straight game to open the season Saturday, playing the full 90 as he has yet to miss a minute of play this season. He would record three chances created and four crosses in the attack, an okay match productivity-wise. However, he has yet to record a goal contribution.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Jack Elliott - Four shots from defense Elliott had four shots (zero on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Atlanta United.

Impact Elliot lined up in the defense but still earned some offensive work Saturday, as the defender would record four shots, although none were on target. He would also add some work in the defense, notching 12 clearances on his way to a clean sheet. He has now been a part of three clean sheets in five appearances.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Bamba - Another goal contribution Bamba assisted once to go with four shots (two on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Atlanta United.

Impact Bamba would come up with an assist Sunday, finding Maren Haile-Selassie in the 13th minute for the lone goal of the match. This gives Bamba his third straight game with a goal contribution, earning one goal and two assists during that span. He continues a decent start to the season, already with four goal contributions in six appearances.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Maren Haile-Selassie - Scores game winner Haile-Selassie scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 victory versus Atlanta United.

Impact Haile-Selassie was the lone goal scorer in Saturday's win, scoring early in the 13th minute and holding the lead the rest of the match. This does mark his first goal of the season, coming after eight shots. He hopes this leaves him in a starting role moving forward, with five starts in seven appearances.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Brady - Clean sheet against Atlanta Brady made five saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Atlanta United.

Impact Brady saw a great night in net as he stopped all five of Atlanta's shots, earning a clean sheet in the process. This is a second straight outing with a clean sheet, up to four in seven appearances this season. He will now face Cincinnati in their next contest, a much tougher match to keep a clean slate in.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Waterman - On bench after injury recovery Waterman (undisclosed) is on the bench in Saturday's game against Atlanta.

Impact Waterman was a late scratch in the previous match, but he returned to training during the week and regained enough health to make the squad versus Atlanta. The defender has started in two of his five outings in the current campaign, so he may remain in a rotation with Jack Elliott and Mbekezeli Mbokazi for the rest of the season.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Fire vs Atlanta United Prediction and Betting Tips | April 11th 2026 Major League Soccer returns with a fresh set of fixtures as Chicago Fire and Atlanta United go head-to-head on Saturday.

APRIL 11 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Chicago Fire sensation Chris Brady reveals inspiration in Neuer, Courtois, Alisson As Chris Brady enjoys a sensational moment in his young career, Bolavip asked the Chicago Fire goalkeeper about his role models in his posit...

APRIL 9 • BOLAVIP.COM

Philip Zinckernagel - Bags winner in first minute Zinckernagel took four shots (two on goal), sent in two crosses, took one corner kick, and scored the game winner in Saturday's 1-0 win over Nashville SC. He also drew three fouls...

Impact Zinckernagel picked a good time to open his 2026 scoring account, finding the net in the opening minute of the match to lift Chicago to a big victory at home. If leading scorer Hugo Cuypers remains sidelined, the Fire will continue to look to Zinckernagel to produce on the attacking end in a favorable home matchup with Atlanta United on Saturday.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Bamba - Assists on match winner Bamba took four shots (one on target), created two chances, and assisted on the match winning goal in Saturday's 1-0 win over Nashville SC. He also drew five fouls and committed th...

Impact Bamba delivered an inch-perfect ball to the back post to set up the game's only goal in the first minute. The assist was Bamba's first of the season, and he now has a goal contribution in back-to-back appearances. He's heating up at the right time and will look to carry that momentum into Saturday's juicy home fixture with Atlanta United.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Andrew Gutman - Contributes to clean sheet Gutman made nine clearances, won two tackles, and committed three fouls in Saturday's 1-0 win over Nashville SC. He also sent in one cross and created one chance on the attacking e...

Impact Gutman did his part defensively to help Chicago earn their third shutout of the season. He's flashed his ability to maraud forward on the left flank, and he'll look to carry this momentum into Saturday's favorable home clash with Atlanta United.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

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Barlow, Evander score goals for Cincinnati in 3-3 tie with Fire