Felipe Hernandez - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Placed on administrative leave Hernandez has been placed on administrative leave by the league and doesn't have a fixed date for his return.

Impact The decision comes following a report that the player violated the league's gambling policies, as well as the terms of his January 2022 reinstatement. As such, don't be surprised if Hernandez receives a lengthy suspension or an even bigger punishment. Hernandez has made seven appearances (two starts) for Kansas City this season, so his absence won't affect many fantasy decisions going forward.

JUNE 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unused substitute Hernandez (calf) was an unused sub during Saturday's 4-1 loss to Toluca during the Leagues Cup Round of 32.

Impact Hernandez has not played in match since June 11, making just two starts in 11 appearances this season. He will continue his bench role for the team as he continues to struggle to keep a starting role in the midfield.

AUGUST 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still dealing with injury Hernandez (hamstring) will not be available for Saturday's match against Austin.

Impact Hernandez has missed the last three matches with a hamstring injury. He has not been much of an option for the team this season, totaling only two starts in 11 appearances, with a goal in that span.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal off bench Hernandez subbed into Sunday's match against the Timbers in the 77th minute, taking two shots on target and scoring a goal in the 4-1 victory.

Impact Hernandez capped off a successful night for Sporting with his first goal of the season in stoppage time on Sunday. He's come off the bench in eight of his 10 league appearances in 2023, with his most recent start coming in mid-April.

MAY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Felipe Hernández scores his first goal of the season as Sporting Kansas City defeats Portland 4-1

MAY 28, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

Takes two shots off bench Hernandez subbed into Saturday's match against the Revolution in the 67th minute, taking two shots (one on target) and creating a chance in the 2-1 defeat.

Impact Hernandez continues to rotate with Roger Espinoza for the final starting spot in Kansas City's midfield trio alongside Erik Thommy and Remi Walter, though Gadi Kinda (knee) and Nemanja Radoja (quadriceps) will also enter the fray once they recover from injuries.

APRIL 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays second half in loss Hernandez subbed into Saturday's match against the Sounders at halftime, making one interception in the 4-1 defeat.

Impact Hernandez has appeared off the bench in four of Sporting KC's five matches this season, but he's yet to start in midfield behind Erik Thommy, Remi Walter and Roger Espinoza in the depth chart.

MARCH 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Extends contract with Kansas City Hernandez has signed a new three-year contract with the option to extend for an additional season with Sporting KC, the club announced in November.

Impact Hernandez took a step up in responsibility last season and he finished with two goals and three assists in 34 MLS appearances (16 starts) in midfield. The 24-year-old will aim to lock down a more consistent spot in the XI as he's now signed on with Kansas City through the 2025 campaign at least.

DECEMBER 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Subs on in cup loss Hernandez (undisclosed) subbed into Wednesday's U.S. Open Cup semifinal against Sacramento Republic in the 83rd minute, and he played the final 35 minutes or so in the penalty shoo...

Impact Hernandez seemed to have picked up a knock last weekend against LAFC, but he was able to return to the pitch on Wednesday and should also be available for selection in Saturday's MLS clash against Austin FC.

JULY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off with knock Hernandez had one cross (one accurate) and zero chances created in Sunday's 2-0 defeat against Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Hernandez came off with a knock during the 65th minute of Saturday's loss. The midfielder has been in and out of the starting XI, but a nailed on player even off the bench. Oriol Rosell replaced Hernandez, and Rosell is a relatively consistent starter meaning any sort of injury to Hernandez would solidify that role even more.

JULY 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Busy in draw Hernandez had one shot (zero on goal), three crosses (zero accurate), and two corners in Wednesday's 1-1 tie against Minnesota United.

Impact Hernandez filled the stat sheet on both sides of the ball during Wednesday's draw. The midfielder sent in three crosses while adding four tackles and clearances. Hernandez has been having his most involved season for Kansas City with 21 appearances already and has added one goal and three assists in that time. Hernandez should be back in the first team for Sunday's trip to Salt Lake, though he may be on the bench due to the short rest.

JULY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

CF Montreal hosts Sporting Kansas City in non-conference action

CF Montreal and Sporting Kansas City meet in non-conference play

JULY 8, 2022 • Associated Press

Takes four shots in loss Hernandez took four shots and created four chances in Sunday's 1-0 defeat against the Red Bulls. He also made an interception in the match.

Impact Hernandez and Kansas City came to life in attack on Sunday -- helped of course by Sean Nealis' red card in the 73rd minute -- but they couldn't convert any of their chances against New York. Hernandez has four different games with at least three chances created in the last two months.

JULY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in loss Hernandez created three chances and was accurate with three of his five crosses in Saturday's 3-0 defeat against the Sounders.

Impact Hernandez was effective from a passing standpoint on Saturday, but that was just about the only positive to come from his team's performance against Seattle. He has started six consecutive MLS games since coming off the bench and assisting two goals in his side's blowout loss to Portland on May 15, and he's created eight chances overall in that span.

JUNE 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Sporting KC defeats Nashville 2-1 on Zusi's game-winner

Graham Zusi scored the deciding goal in a 2-1 win for Sporting Kansas City over Nashville

JUNE 20, 2022 • Associated Press

Nets in win Hernandez scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), five crosses (zero accurate), and four corners in Sunday's 2-1 win over Nashville SC.

Impact Hernandez scored his first goal of the season during his 10th start. The midfielder has been a consistent part of the starting XI recently and has been pushing for his first goal with nine shots in his last three games. He got his goal Sunday and will look to build on that during a Saturday trip to Seattle.

JUNE 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Four chances created in loss Hernandez recorded three shots, six crosses and created four chances in Saturday's 1-0 loss to Vancouver.

Impact Hernandez delivered several opportunities for the Kansas City offense in Saturday's match that displayed his evolving playmaking abilities. With 14 chances created in only eight starts of the season, Hernandez is likely to edge his way into the starting XI for the remainder of the 2022 season.

JUNE 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records brace of assists in loss Hernandez assisted two goals and made an interception in Saturday's 7-2 defeat against the Timbers.

Impact Hernandez set up goals for Johnny Russell and Marinos Tzionis on Saturday, but it wasn't enough to save the embarrassment of such a comprehensive defeat to Portland. He and his team will want to bounce back Wednesday against the Rapids, which are currently seventh place in the Western Conference.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Assists teammate in loss Hernandez had one assist, two crosses, one corner, three tackles, two interceptions, one foul, created one chance and sustained one foul in the 3-1 loss to Sporting Kansas City on...

Impact It took 56 minutes before Hernandez found Roger Espinoza for his side's only goal of the match. The midfielder is not seen as a dangerous offensive threat, but his defense remains consistent. Maybe this is a new aspect of his game that he will be improving on in the next match against Real Salt Lake.

MARCH 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Saturday Hernandez (undisclosed) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Chicago.

Impact Hernandez is starting Saturday, as expected after returning to training during the week. The midfielder doesn't tend to be a major fantasy option, though it's a relief for Kansas City that he was able to make the quick turn around.

MARCH 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured against Colorado Hernandez was subbed out of Saturday's defeat against the Rapids in the 28th minute after suffering an apparent injury.

Impact Details about Hernandez's potential injury are yet to emerge, but with Gadi Kinda (knee) and Oriol Rosell (hamstring) already injured in midfield, he will hope it isn't serious. Cameron Duke could fill in for him against Chicago next weekend if necessary.

MARCH 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Atlanta United and Sporting Kansas City square off for season opener

Sporting Kansas City plays Atlanta United for the season opener

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 • Associated Press

MLS reinstates Sporting KC midfielder Felipe Hernandez from suspension ' MLSSoccer.com Sporting Kansas City midfielder Felipe Hernandez has been reinstated by Major League Soccer following his suspension last year for violation...

JANUARY 25, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Reinstated in MLS MLS announced Tuesday that Hernandez's suspension is over and that he will be allowed to play in 2022, subject to a few ongoing conditions.

Impact Hernandez made six MLS appearances (four starts) in 2021 before he was officially suspended for the season in October -- his final appearance was on July 5 -- for violating the league's gambling integrity rules. The 23-year-old will hope to be back to his best in 2022, but he may struggle a bit with all of the turmoil he's been through off the pitch in the last few months.

JANUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Hernandez after shutout win: 'We worked hard, we grinded it out and got three points'

DECEMBER 16, 2021 • FOX SPORTS

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Felipe Hernández scores his first goal of the season as Sporting Kansas City defeats Portland 4-1

CF Montreal hosts Sporting Kansas City in non-conference action

Sporting KC defeats Nashville 2-1 on Zusi's game-winner

Atlanta United and Sporting Kansas City square off for season opener

Hernandez after shutout win: 'We worked hard, we grinded it out and got three points'