Henry Kessler - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Nashville hosts Charlotte FC on 3-game home winning streak

Nashville hosts Charlotte FC trying to prolong a three-game home winning streak

6 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Could miss Orlando game Kessler is listed as questionable for the midweek fixture versus Orlando City due to a lower body issue, the league announced Tuesday.

Impact Kessler's status is uncertain, as he may have suffered a setback after failing to return from a hamstring issue he dealt with early in the year. Such injury has limited his involvement throughout the season, and his extended absence would not alter the expected center-back partnership of Andrew Privett and Morrison Agyemang.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

On bench against Nashville Kessler (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's game against Nashville.

Impact Kessler hasn't seen any first-division action since October, so he's likely to make a gradual comeback before contending for a starting spot. Still, his return is a big boost to the squad's defensive depth, considering that last season he led St. Louis City with an average of 6.1 clearances per contest. He'll eventually challenge Morrison Agyemang for a starting spot.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Saturday Kessler (hamstring) won't be available to face Philadelphia on Saturday but will play with the Crown instead, Carroll Walton of The Charlotte Ledger reports.

Impact Charlotte are being extremely cautious with the center-back, so they're going to give him another match with the Crown before analyzing if he can be ready to play at the MLS level. Even in a best-case scenario, the earliest he'd return would be the match against Nashville SC on Saturday, April 11.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Fully training Kessler (hamstring) is back in full training Monday, according to TopBin90.

Impact Kessler is starting the week with some great news as he begins working in full training for the first time since his injury. This continues the defender in the right direction, especially with his expected return following the break. He will now hope to be an option when facing Philadelphia on Saturday.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Could return after break Kessler (hamstring) will miss a couple more games before being ready to play, according to manager Dean Smith. "He'll probably be fit for selection after the international break."

Impact Kessler has yet to make his 2026 MLS season debut with Charlotte, and this latest update suggests the defender will also miss the upcoming games against Austin, Inter Miami and NY Red Bulls before being able to play. Kessler should challenge Tim Ream and Andrew Privett for minutes at center-back once he's healthy to play.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Out another game, should train soon Kessler (hamstring) is unavailable for the weekend's visit to LA Galaxy, but coach dean Smith hopes to have him back in training soon, Carroll Walton of The Charlotte Ledger report...

Impact Kessler might be able to make his 2026 season debut in March after missing the initial couple of games due to the injury. His return could give the team a huge boost in the back line, considering he made more than five clearances in 10 of his 15 starts last season when he played for St. Louis. As soon as he's healthy, Kessler will challenge Tim Ream and Andrew Privett for minutes in center-back roles.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Kessler is dealing with a lower body injury that will prevent him from playing in Saturday's game against St. Louis.

Impact Kessler will miss his first chance to play for Charlotte as he won't face his former club in the opening weekend. The defender will continue to work on his recovery while Tim Ream and Andrew Privett get increased responsibilities in the middle of the back line.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Joining Charlotte Kessler signed a one-year contract with Charlotte FC on Thursday. The deal includes club options for June 2027 and the 2027/28 MLS season.

Impact Kessler was discussing a potential return to St. Louis City SC, but in the end, he decided to sign with Charlotte instead, in a deal that could be a two-and-a-half-year contract if all the contract options are accepted. Kessler started in 15 of his 17 appearances with St. Louis in 2025, and he figures to have a steady role with Charlotte as well.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Austin Kessler (lower body) is in the initial lineup for Saturday's match against Austin.

Impact Kessler bounced back into the squad after missing two games because of a slight injury. The defender will play as a center-back, with Timo Baumgartl dropping to a bench role. Over his previous string of five consecutive starts, Kessler racked up 34 clearances, five interceptions, four tackles and a clean sheet.

OCTOBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Kessler (lower body) is out for Saturday's trip to San Jose, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Kessler is out, and has been labelled day-to-day with a lower body issue. Reports earlier in the week said he could play if needed, but that the team would be managing this injury cautiously due to his large workload. With Kessler and Fallou Fall (illness) both out, St. Louis will need to turn to two new center-backs for Saturday's clash.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Own goal leads to loss Kessler had an own goal and one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to Houston Dynamo.

Impact Kessler was back in the starting XI for a third straight game after an injury spell, seeing the full 90. However, an unfortunate own goal would be the headline of his day, with Houston winning the match off the own goal. He would still register an interception and two tackles, although that wouldn't make up for the own goal.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Saint Louis City SC hosts Nashville in Western Conference action

Saint Louis City SC and Nashville meet in conference action

AUGUST 8, 2025 • Associated Press

Saint Louis City SC hosts Minnesota United in Western Conference action

Minnesota United visits Saint Louis City SC in Western Conference action

JULY 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Hartel leads Saint Louis City SC against Dallas

Marcel Hartel leads Saint Louis City SC into a matchup with Dallas after scoring two goals against the Portland Timbers

JULY 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Still no training Kessler (hamstring) didn't train Wednesday, per Matt Baker.

Impact Kessler still wasn't in training during Wednesday's session. The defender has been out for more than a month and still isn't ready for any sort of return. Kessler has no definite timeline for his return yet.

JULY 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Houston Dynamo take losing streak into match with Saint Louis City SC

The Houston Dynamo aim to break a three-game skid when they host Saint Louis City SC

JUNE 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Ruled out again Kessler (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's game against the Galaxy, Tom Timmermann of The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

Impact Kessler started in the 2-1 loss to Portland on Sunday, but the defender is now set for another game on the sidelines. The veteran center-back has made just three starts since the beginning of April. His next chance to play will come against Orlando City on Wednesday, June 25.

JUNE 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fir for bench Kessler (hamstring) is on the bench for Saturday's match against San Jose.

Impact Kessler has returned from his hamstring injury and is fit enough for the team sheet Saturday, with the defender earning a spot on the bench. This is solid news as he continues to battle injury woes, last starting in a match April 13. He will hope to see some minutes and return to that spot soon.

MAY 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out Saturday Kessler (hamstring) is out for Saturday's trip to Colorado, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Kessler is on the sideline for Saturday's clash due to a hamstring injury. The defender is a big blow for Saturday's clash, meaning that Kyle Hiebert and Timo Baumgartl should partner in the starting XI.

MAY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Photos: St. Louis City SC hosts Sporting Kansas City at Energizer Park Roman Burki and Henry Kessler are back from injury as St. Louis City SC faces Sporting Kansas City at Energizer Park in St. Louis.

MAY 15, 2025 • STLTODAY.COM

Returns against SKC Kessler (hamstring) featured 12 minutes off bench in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Sporting Kansas City, confirming he has fully recovered from his injury.

Impact Kessler missed the last four games due to a hamstring injury but is now back and fully recovered, having played 12 minutes off the bench to help his team secure a point on Wednesday. He will likely regain his starting role in the backline in the upcoming fixture for St. Louis.

MAY 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Lozano leads San Diego FC against Saint Louis City SC

Hirving Lozano leads San Diego FC into a matchup with Saint Louis City SC after scoring two goals against Dallas

MAY 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Runs Wednesday Kessler (hamstring) was running during training Wedensday, accoridng to Matt Baker of KTRS 550.

Impact Kessler is seeing some progress, but is still outside of the group, as he was only running to the side. It is still progress and a step in the right direction, but a return against Seattle on Saturday seems unlikely.

APRIL 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't train, out again Kessler (undisclosed) did not train Friday and is out for Sunday's match against LAFC, according to Matt Baker of KTRS 550.

Impact Kessler is set to miss a second match in a row Saturday, with the defender still not recovered from his injury after not training. This continues to be a tough blow, as he is a regular starter when fit. That said, Joshua Yaro, Kyle Hiebert and Timo Baumgartl will likely continue as the defensive trio with Kessler out.

APRIL 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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