Chris Mueller - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Charlotte FC plays the Chicago Fire after shutout win

A game after shutting out the New York Red Bulls 2-0, Charlotte FC visits the Chicago Fire

JULY 31 • Associated Press

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.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

New York City FC hosts the Chicago Fire in conference action

New York City FC plays the Chicago Fire in conference play

JULY 24 • Associated Press

Absent for non-injury reasons Mueller is listed as out for Wednesday's matchup versus Inter Miami for reasons not related to injury, per the MLS Player Status Report.

Impact Mueller is an attacker who provides a direct goal-scoring threat from wide and central positions for Chicago, and his non-injury absence is an unusual development heading into the next game. It remains unclear when he'll return to action, but he'll likely serve as a backup option behind Robert Lewandowski, Robin Lod and Philip Zinckernagel even when he's back.

JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Available to return Mueller (lower body) "is back, he's in contention to be in the squad", manager Gregg Berhalter said Thursday.

Impact Mueller should make his first appearance since March 7 after spending seven league games on the sidelines, although his return is likely to be in a substitute role given his lack of form. With striker Hugo Cuypers carrying impressive momentum, Mueller has little chances of being used in that position as he did earlier this year, so he'll possibly challenge Philip Zinckernagel and Jonathan Bamba on the flanks, looking to produce some crosses and scoring chances.

MAY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Denkey and Cincinnati visit the Chicago Fire

Kevin Denkey leads Cincinnati into a matchup with the Chicago Fire after a two-goal performance against the New York Red Bulls

MAY 1 • Associated Press

Starts to train Mueller (lower body) is back in training, according to Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports.

Impact Mueller is back in the saddle at the training grounds, leading to a possible return soon. This is major news for the midfielder after an injury in week four has left him out, missing five games with the injury. With only a few days until the next match, he could sit out another game, but either way, a return is on the horizon.

APRIL 23 • ROTOWIRE

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

Forced off in draw Mueller abandoned Saturday's 0-0 draw with Columbus Crew due to an apparent injury.

Impact Mueller went down on a non-contact play, apparently suffering a leg injury. This issue could leave him out of upcoming fixtures, which would imply a tough situation for a team that might also be without Hugo Cuypers (lower body) and may end up deploying Robin Lod as a striker, while Jason Shokalook could also see increased playing time.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for friendly Mueller (chest) started and played 45 minutes in a preseason friendly.

Impact Mueller has returned to play after he ended last season injured, with the midfielder an option for a friendly to start the preseason. This is massive news for the midfielder after he was sidelined the entire 2025 campaign, unable to return from a chest issue. He had previously held a rotational role with 15 starts in 27 appearances during the 2024 season, likely heading for a similar role.

JANUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Baribo and the Philadelphia Union host the Chicago Fire

Thai Baribo leads the Philadelphia Union into a matchup with the Chicago Fire following a two-goal showing against the Chicago Fire

NOVEMBER 7, 2025 • Associated Press

Chicago Fire host the Philadelphia Union in Eastern Conference finals

The Chicago Fire host the Philadelphia Union in the Eastern Conference finals

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Philadelphia Union host the Chicago Fire in Eastern Conference semifinals

The Philadelphia Union host the Chicago Fire in the Eastern Conference semifinals

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Working individually Mueller (chest) is training individually, according to Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports.

Impact Mueller is back on the training field this week to do some work, getting back to individual training. This is good news for the midfielder, but his return still remains months away, not set to return this season, even if they make a run in the playoffs, as he focuses on the next campaign.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando City visits the Chicago Fire in opening round of MLS Cup Playoffs

Orlando City visits the Chicago Fire in the first round of the MLS Cup Playoffs

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Elliott and the Chicago Fire visit the New England Revolution

Jack Elliott leads the Chicago Fire into a matchup with the New England Revolution after scoring two goals against Toronto

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Chicago Fire take win streak into game against Toronto

The Chicago Fire head into a matchup with Toronto as winners of three consecutive games

OCTOBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Chicago Fire host the Columbus Crew after shutout win

A game after shutting out Minnesota United 3-0, the Chicago Fire play the Columbus Crew

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

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, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Fire host New York City FC in Eastern Conference play

The Chicago Fire host New York City FC in Eastern Conference play

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Philadelphia Union host the Chicago Fire in conference play

The Chicago Fire visit the Philadelphia Union in Eastern Conference play

AUGUST 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Saint Louis City SC tries to end road losing streak in game against the Chicago Fire

Saint Louis City SC visits the Chicago Fire trying to end a seven-game road slide

AUGUST 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Chicago Fire face the New York Red Bulls after shutout victory

A game after shutting out CF Montreal 2-0, the Chicago Fire host the New York Red Bulls

JULY 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Schaumburg native Chris Mueller to miss rest of Chicago Fire season due to pericarditis Chicago Fire forward/midfielder Chris Mueller announced Thursday that he is battling pericarditis and will miss the rest of the season. The...

JULY 24, 2025 • DAILYHERALD.COM

Won't return in 2025 Mueller has announced that he's going on the season-ending injured list after he was diagnosed with pericarditis at the beginning of the season, the club posted.

Impact Mueller was diagnosed with pericarditis at the beginning of the season, an inflammation around the lining of the heart which has kept him sidelined since the start of the 2025 campaign. Unfortunately, the midfielder won't be able to feature in 2025 as he announced that he's been added to the season-ending injury list. Mueller will hope to come back fit and recovered for the 2026 season since he will still be under contract for one more year with Chicago.

JULY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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