Ibrahim Aliyu - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Substitute option Saturday Aliyu (lower body) is on the bench for Saturday's matchup versus Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Aliyu will aim to challenge Agustin Bouzat and Guilherme for opportunities in future fixtures now that he has fully overcome a minor injury. The 25-year-old is most often a bench option and has scored once over 11 league appearances this year.

AUGUST 1 • ROTOWIRE

Bogusz and the Houston Dynamo visit Sporting Kansas City

Mateusz Bogusz leads the Houston Dynamo into a matchup with Sporting Kansas City after scoring two goals against Austin

JULY 31 • Associated Press

Late decision due to injury Aliyu is questionable ahead of Saturday's clash with Austin FC as he deals with a lower body injury.

Impact Aliyu's potential absence could leave the team without a recurring wide option, although he's typically used as a substitute. In any case, the severity of his issue remains unclear. The forward, who has been developing as an attacking depth option for Houston, scored one goal over his previous 10 MLS appearances. If he can't play, both Guilherme and Mateusz Bogusz should retain their respective spots on the wings and perhaps get increased time on the pitch.

JULY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Ibrahim Aliya scores 1st goal this season, Dynamo beats San Diego 1-0

Ibrahim Aliyu scored his first goal of the season to help the Houston Dynamo beat San Diego FC 1-0 in a chippy and physical contest

APRIL 23 • Associated Press

Logs winning goal Aliyu scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Wednesday's 1-0 victory over San Diego FC.

Impact Aliyu scored in the first half and that would prove to be the winner for the Houston forward, who got back in the starting lineup after coming off the bench in the previous match. He has a decent chance to keep the scoring going against Austin FC, a side which has allowed seven goals in its last three matches entering Wednesday's contest.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Traded to Houston Aliyu was traded to Houston Dynamo FC from Columbus Crew in exchange of $750,000 in General Allocation Money (GAM), his former club announced.

Impact Aliyu joined Columbus via trade from Houston in April 2025 but will now reunite with his previous club in an other trade. The 24-year-old forward made 23 regular season appearances with 12 starts with the Crew in 2025, scoring three goals and providing two assists.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

Back in full training Aliyu (thigh) has returned to full training and could be an option for Saturday's clash against Sporting Kansas City, according to Brianna Mac Kay from Dispatch.

Impact Aliyu has returned to full training after missing the last match against Portland due to a thigh injury and could be an option for Saturday's clash against Sporting Kansas City. He is expected to have a bench role, so his potential return should not impact the starting XI moving forward.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable with thigh issue Aliyu is doubtful for Saturday's trip to Portland Timbers because of a thigh injury.

Impact Aliyu may see his role reduced due to this issue, although he's likely to feature off the bench even if he's fit. The forward tallied three goals and two assists across 33 MLS appearances in the 2025 campaign. His potential absence would limit the squad's depth behind Wessam Abou Ali and Jamal Thiare.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Option picked up Aliyu's option for 2026 was picked up, Columbus announced.

Impact Aliyu is returning to Columbus after joining the club mid-season. He scored three times and added two assists in 25 appearances (12 starts.) He's not going to push for consistent starting minutes in 2026, but he should be a constant piece of the squad if he can stay fit.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in Saturday's win Aliyu scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Aliya subbed onto the pitch in the 82nd minute and just two minutes later clinched the win with an unassisted goal in the 84th minute. He finished the regular season with three goals and two assists across 23 appearances (12 starts) for Columbus. He will likely serve as a bench option for the playoffs against Cincinnati.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Playoffs-bound Crew top Red Bulls 3-1 to finish 7th in Eastern Conference

Dániel Gazdag and Ibrahim Aliyu scored in the second half, Max Arfsten had two assists and the Columbus Crew defeated the New York Red Bulls 3-1 to close out the regular season

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Active display in win Aliyu had two off-target shots, created four chances, sent in four crosses (one accurate) and made four tackles (two won) during Saturday's 2-1 win over D.C. United.

Impact Aliyu was a constant threat from the right flank, pacing his team in chances created while also having a couple finishes himself. Despite not appearing on the scoresheet this time, he still kept making an impact and showing once again why Columbus went after him after he didn't get the minutes he wanted at Houston in the beginning of the campaign.

JULY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Another assist Aliyu assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-2 win versus FC Cincinnati.

Impact Aliyu dished an assist for a second consecutive game and is up to three goal contirbutions in the last five matches. This also marked his third start in that span, corresponding with his appearances on the score sheet. Additionally, he pushed his streak up to eight consecutive outings with at least one shot, while he has three on target in that span.

JULY 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pinpoint assist Aliyu assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Seattle Sounders FC. He was subbed off due to injury in the 90th minute.

Impact Aliyu fired the ball across the box in the first half Sunday to setup Columbus's lone goal in their 1-1 draw at Seattle. In addition to his attacking contribution, the first-year Columbus player added three tackles (one won), one interception and one clearance to the team's defensive effort during his 89 minute shift. After being traded from Houston to Columbus in April, Aliyu has racked up two goals and one assist across 11 appearances (six starts) with his new club.

JULY 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Stefan Frei taken off field in ambulance as Sounders and Crew play to 1-1 tie

Paul Rothrock scored a goal for Seattle in the 43rd minute and the Sounders and the Columbus Crew played to a 1-1 tie

JULY 6, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores opener Saturday Aliyu scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 win over Vancouver Whitecaps.

Impact Aliyu opened up the scoring early Saturday with a strike just 68 seconds into the match assisted by Lassi Lappalainen. It marked his second goal of the season, both of which have come in his last four appearances. He also won one tackle and made one clearance before he was subbed off in the 90th minute for Tristan Brown.

JUNE 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Rossi scores go-ahead goal to boost Columbus Crew to 2-1 win over Vancouver Whitecaps

Diego Rossi’s ninth goal of the season in the first half capped the scoring for both teams and the Columbus Crew beat the Western Conference-leading Vancouver Whitecaps 2-1

JUNE 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores in Saturday's loss Aliyu scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus Charlotte FC.

Impact Aliyu made his second straight start Saturday and marked the occasion with his first goal of the season, a header in the 15th minute assisted by Mohamed Farsi. It came on the only shot he took in the match, marking just his second shot on target this season. He was subbed off in the 60th minute for Aziel Jackson.

MAY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Agyemang stays hot scoring twice to lead Charlotte FC past Columbus Crew 3-2

Patrick Agyemang scored two goals in a span of five minutes and Pep Biel scored the game winner and Charlotte FC beat the Columbus Crew 3-2

MAY 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Traded to Columbus Aliyu has been traded from Houston to Columbus, his new club announced Thursday.

Impact Columbus traded $450,000 in cash via the method of the cash-for player trade to Houston in order to secure the services of Aliyu. That number could go up to $750,000 based on performance incentives. Aliyu had been limited to just two starts and 172 minutes across eight appearances with Houston this season, and he'll aim to secure a bigger role -- or at the very least add depth off the bench -- in Columbus.

APRIL 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up opening goal Aliyu had an assist while taking three off target shots, crossing twice (one accurate) and creating three chances during Saturday's 4-3 win over Vancouver.

Impact Aliyu set up Adalberto Carrasquilla in the 29th minute assisting the opening goal of the match while leading Houston with three chances created in the match. The assist was the first of July for Aliyu who has combined for nine shots and seven crosses over his last three appearances.

JULY 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts against LA FC Aliyu (foot) is in the starting XI in Sunday's clash against Los Angeles FC.

Impact Aliyu made a quick return after dealing with the foot issue during the week, so he should be fit enough for significant playing time in this game. His presence on the left wing is often beneficial for his team, as he has scored two goals and two assists over his last seven league appearances.

JULY 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Added to injury list Aliyu (foot) is questionable for Sunday's match against LAFC.

Impact Aliyu could miss out this weekend after dealing with a foot issue, as he is now questionable for Sunday. He has only missed one start all season, so this will be a big loss if he cannot compete. That said, if he is left out, expect Latif Blessing or Brooklyn Raines to start in his place.

JULY 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets another goal Aliyu scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Wednesday's 3-2 loss against Real Salt Lake.

Impact Aliyu scored in his second match in a row after having snapped an eight game scoreless streak. This puts him at six goals with three assists in 21appearances, 20 of them coming as starts.

JULY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Finally scores goal Aliyu scored one goal with his three shots (one on goal) during the Dynamo's 1-0 win Saturday against Charlotte FC.

Impact After eight games without a goal in MLS action, Aliyu got back on the scoresheet Saturday. By doing so, he has logged at least one goal every month since March and goes into July 2024 with five this year, which is two more than his three scored from 2023.

JUNE 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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