Ibrahim Aliyu - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

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

Ibrahim Aliyu scores early as Dynamo edge Charlotte FC 1-0 Ibrahim Aliyu’s fifth-minute goal held up as the deciding score in Houston Dynamo FC’s 1-0 win over visiting Charlotte FC on Saturday.The vi...

JUNE 30, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

JUNE 30, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Sets up goal in draw Aliyu assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Wednesday's 2-2 draw versus Seattle Sounders FC. In addition, he w...

Impact Aliyu smartly chipped a cross over the Seattle keeper, setting up an easy tap-in for his teammate Wednesday to open the scoring for Houston in their 2 - 2 draw with Seattle. Aliyu now has two assists over his last four appearances (three starts). In 2023, Aliyu managed three goals and two assists over 28 appearances (16 starts). In 2024, Aliyu has already surpassed those totals. Through 18 appearances (17 starts), he has scored four goals and supplied three assists.

JUNE 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in Wednesday's win Aliyu assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), two crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Wednesday's 3-1 victory against Colorado Rapids. In addition, he was g...

Impact Aliyu recorded his second assist of the season Wednesday, his first since the season opener. He set up Sebastian Kowalczyk's outside-the-box strike in the 80th minute which gave his side the 3-1 lead. He put in solid work on the defensive end too, winning two tackles, intercepting one pass and making two clearances in his full 90 minutes of action.

MAY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Starts in midweek game Aliyu (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's visit to Austin.

Impact Aliyu wasn't forced to miss time after leaving the previous match with a minor injury. The attacker is his team's top scorer with four goals in the current campaign and will look to make an impact after attempting multiple shots in three of his last four appearances.

MAY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Scores winner and leaves injured Aliyu scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 win versus Sporting Kansas City. He was injured and subbed out in the 92nd...

Impact Aliyu scored the game-winner in the 78th minute with his fourth goal in the campaign. The forward then left the pitch 11 minutes later with an undisclosed injury. If he misses any game, Latif Blessing or Ethan Bartlow may replace him.

MAY 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ibrahim Aliyu lifts Dynamo past Sporting Kansas City Ibrahim Aliyu scored in the 78th minute to help the Houston Dynamo defeat host Sporting Kansas City 2-1 on Saturday night.With leading score...

MAY 12, 2024 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

Ibrahim Aliyu lifts Dynamo past Sporting Kansas City Ibrahim Aliyu scored in the 78th minute to help the Houston Dynamo defeat host Sporting Kansas City 2-1 on Saturday night.With leading score...

MAY 12, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

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