Chicago Team News Page 5 - Soccer

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

Chris Brady - Four saves, clean sheet in win Brady made four saves in Saturday's 1-0 win over Nashville SC.

Impact Brady came up with some massive saves to help the Fire pick up a big win at home. The clean sheet was his third of the season, and he's well positioned to post another shutout in a favorable home game against Atlanta on Saturday.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Match recap: Atlanta United Falls 3-1 to Columbus Crew | Atlanta United FC The 5-Stripes head on the road next weekend at Chicago Fire FC

APRIL 5 • ATLUTD.COM

Philip Zinckernagel, Chris Brady help Fire hand Nashville first loss with 1-0 victory

Philip Zinckernagel scored 17 seconds into the match and Chris Brady made it stand up as the Chicago Fire handed Nashville SC its first loss this season with a 1-0 victory

APRIL 5 • Associated Press

Joel Waterman - Late scratch Saturday Waterman was removed from the starting lineup for Saturday's match against Nashville, according to the team.

Impact Waterman has apparently picked up a last-minute discomfort in warmups prior to the weekend's clash. Thus, his place will be taken by Jack Elliott, who is making his return from a short absence. The Canadian will be questionable for subsequent fixtures with the extent of his problem yet to be revealed.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Jack Elliott - On bench Saturday Elliott (not injury related) is on the bench for Saturday's game versus Nashville.

Impact Elliott avoided an absence despite being questionable for unknown reasons prior to this match. However, the defender will be available only as a substitute while both Mbekezeli Mbokazi and Joel Waterman start at center-back. Elliott also missed the previous contest due to illness but made three successive starts before that.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Philip Zinckernagel - Starting against Nashville Zinckernagel (head) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Nashville.

Impact Zinckernagel won't miss any game with the problem that forced him to leave the pitch early during the previous clash with Philadelphia. He's a regular contributor of attacking stats and one of the squad's top two set-piece takers alongside Anton Saletros. Additionally, he could assume an even bigger offensive responsibility in the absence of striker Hugo Cuypers (head).

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Fire vs Nashville Prediction and Betting Tips | 4th April 2026 Nashville visit Soldier Field Stadium on Saturday to face Chicago Fire in MLS, looking to continue their unbeaten start to the season.

APRIL 3 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Jack Elliott - Could sit out again Elliott is doubtful ahead of the weekend's meeting with Nashville to due non-injury reasons.

Impact Elliott was expected to bounce back from an illness, but he's still listed as questionable by the league. The defender, who has made three league starts in 2026, would be expected to feature alongside Mbekezeli Mbokazi if he's available. Otherwise, Joel Waterman could continue to take his place.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Cuypers - Doubt for Nashville match Cuypers is questionable for Saturday's matchup against Nashville as he deals with a head injury, according to the MLS availability report.

Impact Cuypers has missed only one game this season and otherwise been an ever-present member of the squad, scoring a goal in each of his four starts. Thus, his absence would be a huge blow, especially with Chris Mueller (lower body) sidelined as well, which could lead to Robin Lod being deployed as a striker.

APRIL 3 • ROTOWIRE

Jack Elliott - Training once again Elliott (illness) is back in training and an option for his club moving forward, according to Joe Chatz of on Tap Sports.

Impact Elliott missed the last match ahead of the break with an illness, but has used the time off to recharge and recover, with the defender now back in training. This should clear him for action moving forward, as he should return to his starting role, starting in all three appearances this season.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Barcelona offer Robert Lewandowski new contract with wage cut in bid to fight off MLS interest

Barcelona have reportedly moved to secure the future of Robert Lewandowski by tabling a fresh contract offer for the veteran striker. Despit...

MARCH 29 • goal

Barcelona offer Robert Lewandowski new contract with wage cut in bid to fight off MLS interest

Mohamed Salah to MLS? The Latest on the Liverpool Legend's Potential Next Move

Mohamed Salah is reportedly unlikely to move to Major League Soccer at the end of the 2025-26 season, despite repeated links to various club...

MARCH 26 • FOX SPORTS

Mohamed Salah to MLS? The Latest on the Liverpool Legend's Potential Next Move

Andrew Gutman - Delivers assist in start Gutman assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Philadelphia Union.

Impact Gutman got the start and made an impact, with his assist helping Chicago grab the win. The midfielder will likely see more playing time against Nashville but he's going to need to do more than just have one chance created to make an impact. Nashville is arguably the best defensive team in the league with just two goals allowed in five matches.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Bamba - Scores go-ahead goal Bamba scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Philadelphia Union.

Impact Bamba scored the go-ahead goal for Chicago early in the second half and this eventually would be the winning goal. The midfielder is unlikely to be able to convert on just one shot against Nashville SC, a team which has only given up two goals so far this MLS season.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Hugo Cuypers - Nets goal Cuypers scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Philadelphia Union.

Impact Cuypers gave Chicago the advantage, though it didn't last for too long with Philadelphia also scoring in stoppage time in the first half. The forward remains Chicago's best offensive threat but has a tough matchup looming against Nashville SC. Nashville has only allowed two goals so far this season.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Brady - Concedes one goal Brady made two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Philadelphia Union.

Impact Brady conceded shortly after the Fire went up 1-0 but he didn't face too many shots and ultimately did enough to help his side secure a win. He'll face a tougher test next against Nashville, a side which has scored 13 times in five matches, which is tied for the second-best mark in MLS.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Cuypers, Bamba score goals, Fire hands Union their 5th straight loss 2-1

Hugo Cuypers scored a goal for the fourth consecutive game, Jonathan Bamba also scored a goal, and the Chicago Fire beat the Philadelphia Union 2-1

MARCH 21 • Associated Press

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Cuypers, Bamba score goals, Fire hands Union their 5th straight loss 2-1