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SEPTEMBER 25 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Hugo Cuypers - Misses PK in win Cuypers had three shots (two on target), created one chance and missed a penalty during Saturday's 3-0 win over Minnesota.

Impact Cuypers played a little bit better than he did in the previous game and even had the chance to get back to the scoring column from the penalty spot during the closing stages of the game. However, the forward was stopped by the opposing goalkeeper and now he's scoreless in consecutive games for the first time since June, which says a lot about the great season he's having, with 16 goals over 29 starts.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Brady - Keeps clean sheet in win Brady made four saves and kept a clean sheet during Saturday's 3-0 win over Minnesota.

Impact Brady bounced back from the rough stretch he was going through, with multiple goals allowed in each of the previous five starts. The clean sheet is a rare one, though, as he has just four over 24 starts this season and Chicago defensive struggles make the goalkeeper a very risky fantasy pick.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Andrew Gutman - Logs assist in win Gutman made an assist, created two chances and sent in four crosses (two accurate) during Saturday's 3-0 win over Minnesota.

Impact Gutman had a decent performance from the left flank and his most important contribution came in the 70th minute, when he assisted Philip Zinckernagel for the goal that sealed the 3-0 win. That's now eight assists over 30 league starts for the full-back, who's enjoying the best campaign of his career.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Philip Zinckernagel - Scores in win over Minnesota Zinckernagel scored a goal off three shots (one on target), created two chances, sent in three crosses (one accurate), made three tackles (all won) and drew four fouls during Satur...

Impact Zinckernagel just can't stop scoring right now and he extended his streak to three games with a classy finish that sealed the 3-0 win in the 70th minute. With 14 goals and 10 assists, the forward can be seen at least as an honorable mention in the MVP conversation in his first MLS campaign.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Dje D'avilla - Scores in win D'Avilla scored a goal off his lone shot, made four tackles (three won) and three clearances and drew three fouls during Saturday's 3-0 win over Minnesota.

Impact D'Avilla was very disruptive in the middle of the park, not giving opposing playmakers much room to operate, but his biggest contribution definitely came in the offensive end as he headed home a free-kick cross to double his side's lead in the 41st minute. This was the first MLS goal for the youngster, who needed some time to settle in his debut campaign in the U.S., but now looks like an integral part of the team ahead of the final stretch of regular season.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Joel Waterman - Scores opener in win Waterman scored a goal off his lone shot, made one tackle, five clearances, one interception and two blocks and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 3-0 win over...

Impact Waterman had another solid performance at the heart of the defense but this time his biggest contribution came on the attacking end as he was at the right place to slot home a rebound from the goalkeeper to give his side the lead in the 26th minute. This was the first goal for center-back since the midseason deal that took him to Chicago, where he quickly settled as a defensive cornerstone.

SEPTEMBER 23 • ROTOWIRE

Jeff Gal - Earns extension Gal signed an extension with Chicago through 2026, the club announced.

Impact Gal penned an extension with Chicago, signing on to stay as the backup. He's firmly behind Chris Brady in the pecking order, but he gets chances while Brady's injured or on international duty. Dean conceded nine goals in seven appearances this season, while making 11 saves in that span.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Jonathan Dean - Extends with Chicago Dean signed an extension with Chicago for 2026, the club announced.

Impact Dean was one of three players announced for contract extensions, and is now set to return to the roster in 2026. The defender is having a brilliant 2025, with a career-high three assists, as well as new highs in appearances, starts and minutes. Dean should be a big part of the starting XI during his fourth season at the club.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Mueller - Signs extension Mueller (chest) signed an extension with Chicago for 2026, the club announced.

Impact Mueller officially went down for the season in July due to a chest injury, but was brought back for 2026. The midfielder has been productive in Chicago, though he hasn't reached the same heights he did with Orlando. He will be back in 2026 after a full year on the sideline, but a new contract at this point in his recovery clearly means the club thinks he can get back to his best.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Waterman, D'Avilla and Zinckernagel score goals, Fire beat Minnesota 3-0

Joel Waterman, Dje D’Avilla and Philip Zinckernagel each scored a goal, Chris Brady had four saves, and the Chicago Fire beat Minnesota United 3-0

SEPTEMBER 21 • Associated Press

WATCH: Chicago Fire inch closer to playoffs with emphatic win at Minnesota | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

SEPTEMBER 21 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Fire dominate Minnesota United on the road Chris Brady made four saves as the Chicago Fire put together a complete performance in a 3-0 shutout of Minnesota United FC on Saturday nigh...

SEPTEMBER 21 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Beat-up, tired Minnesota United blanked 3-0 at home by Chicago Fire Playing for the third time in eight days, the Loons had four players making their first MLS starts in a loss that likely snuffed their chanc...

SEPTEMBER 21 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Loons suffer hangover with 3-0 loss to Chicago Fire The third week of September might be recalled as when Minnesota United’s promising season slipped through its fingers. After a heartbreaking...

SEPTEMBER 21 • TWINCITIES.COM

Romenique Kouame - On bench against Minnesota Kouame (lower body) is back as a substitute option in Saturday's game versus Minnesota United.

Impact Kouame has a chance to return after over a month of inactivity, although he's likely to play a substitute role in upcoming matchups. The midfielder, who has scored twice in 14 league appearances this year, could eventually replace either Andre Franco or Dje D'Avilla from the current starting lineup.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Leonardo Barroso - Substitute option Saturday Barroso (lower body) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Minnesota United.

Impact Barroso has resumed training after spending a couple of weeks on the sidelines and is now eligible as a potential backup for Jonathan Dean. After this game, both right-backs will remain in contention, with Barroso looking to regain momentum in the final stretch of the regular season.

SEPTEMBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Minnesota United mounts bid for Supporters' Shield vs. Chicago Fire Deadspin | Minnesota United mounts bid for Supporters' Shield vs. Chicago Fire

SEPTEMBER 19 • DEADSPIN.COM

Loons vs. Chicago Fire: Keys to the match, big question and a prediction Minnesota United vs. Chicago Fire When: 7:30 p.m. Saturday Where: Allianz Field Stream: MLS Season Pass on Apple TV Radio: KSTP-AM, 1500 Wea...

SEPTEMBER 19 • TWINCITIES.COM

Minnesota United takes on the Chicago Fire in non-conference action

Minnesota United and the Chicago Fire take the pitch in non-conference action

SEPTEMBER 19 • Associated Press

Chicago Fire stadium at The 78 receives greenlight from city's Plan Commission The 22,000-seat soccer stadium would anchor The 78, a 62-acre vacant site at Roosevelt Road and Clark Street in the South Loop.

SEPTEMBER 18 • SUNTIMES.COM

Leonardo Barroso - Trains with team Barroso (lower body) was training with his teammates Tuesday, according to Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports.

Impact Barroso is working towards a return this week, as the defender was announced to be back in team training. This could line him up for a return after missing their last two games, likely to start at right-back again once fit.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Mauricio Pineda - Inks deal with Chicago Pineda has signed a new contract with Chicago, according to his club.

Impact Pineda is remaining with Chicago for another couple of seasons, inking a deal through 2027, with an option for the 2028 campaign. He has started in 17 of his 25 appearances this season, recording one assist on nine chances created to go along with 15 interceptions, 16 clearances and 34 tackles.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Sergio Oregel - Gets new deal Oregel has signed a new contract with Chicago, according to the club.

Impact Oregel is staying around Chicago for a few more seasons, inking a deal until 2028, with an option for the 2029 season. He has earned a starting role this season he seems keen on keeping, starting in 24 of his 26 appearances while recording four crosses, 11 shots and 20 chances created this campaign.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Chris Brady - Signs new contract Brady had inked a new contract with the Fire, according to his club.

Impact Brady is remaining in Chicago for the next few seasons, with the goalie inking a deal with the club until 2029, with an option for 2030. He should continue in his starting role throughout the rest of his contract, starting in all 23 appearances this season while recording three clean sheets, 44 goals allowed and 75 saves.

SEPTEMBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

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Waterman, D'Avilla and Zinckernagel score goals, Fire beat Minnesota 3-0

Minnesota United takes on the Chicago Fire in non-conference action