Jacob Shaffelburg - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Nets brace for Canada Shaffelburg scored two goals in Canada's 2-0 win over Peru on Saturday.

Impact The LAFC winger delivered an impressive display against Chile in a previous friendly in September, and he translated another strong outing into goals. This could be a huge confidence booster for Shaffelburg ahead of the final stretch of the 2026 MLS season, as he has yet to score for LAFC this campaign.

21 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Joining Canada NT Shaffelburg was called up by Canada for the upcoming international break between September and October.

Impact Shaffelburg has alternated between the starting lineup and the bench for LAFC this season, tallying three assists across 16 appearances (eight starts). Due to the international commitments, Shaffelburg will miss the matchup against FC Dallas on Saturday, but he should be ready to face Vancouver on Oct. 10 once the league resumes.

SEPTEMBER 21 • ROTOWIRE

André Luiz, Taylor Calheira help Sporting KC stun LAFC 3-1 to end long winless streak

André Luiz and Taylor Calheira scored first-half goals and Sporting Kansas City shocked Los Angeles FC with a 3-1 victory that ended a seven-match winless streak

SEPTEMBER 13 • Associated Press

Provides assist in loss Shaffelburg assisted once to go with nine crosses (three accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Shaffelburg came on at halftime alongside Marco Delgado and immediately assisted Denis Bouanga's 48th minute consolation, delivering a low cross from the right that the Gabonese tucked home to reduce the deficit to 3-1. He also delivered nine crosses of which three were accurate and one corner across 45 minutes, forcing Stefan Cleveland into another full-stretch save late in the match. Shaffelburg now has three MLS assists in 15 appearances (eight off bench) this season.

SEPTEMBER 13 • ROTOWIRE

Jude Terry and Armindo Sieb score goals, LAFC beats Red Bulls 2-0 to snap winless streak

Jude Terry and Armindo Sieb each scored a goal, Hugo Lloris had his MLS-leading 12th shutout this season, and Los Angeles FC beat the New York Red Bulls 2-0 to snap a six-game winl...

SEPTEMBER 10 • Associated Press

Starting against Real Salt Lake Shaffelburg (leg) is in the initial lineup for Saturday's clash with Real Salt Lake.

Impact Shaffelburg has overcome a mild discomfort which sidelined him last weekend versus D.C. United. The forward could now appear on either flank as he attempts to generate offensive plays for Son Heung-Min and Denis Bouanga. Prior to the injury, Shaffelburg failed to score but provided two assists over 12 league games (six starts) this season.

SEPTEMBER 5 • ROTOWIRE

Real Salt Lake aims to break losing streak in matchup with Los Angeles FC

Real Salt Lake will try to break a three-game losing streak when it hosts Los Angeles FC

SEPTEMBER 4 • Associated Press

Injured in training Shaffelburg is at risk of being sidelined after sustaining a fitness blow in training sessions prior to the visit to D.C. United, per Josh Gross of SoCal Sports.

Impact Shaffelburg could have found a good chance to make the starting lineup with both David Martinez (leg) and Timothy Tillman (leg) potentially missing from the squad, but the Canadian may now join them in the injury list. While the full extent of the situation is unclear, this issue would significantly reduce the team's capacity on the right flank, with Tyler Boyd or Ryan Raposo pushing for increased playing time.

AUGUST 27 • ROTOWIRE

Two crosses from bench Shaffelburg had two crosses (zero accurate) and two clearances in Sunday's 1-0 win over South Africa.

Impact Shaffelburg was introduced to the field as the end drew near, playing 20 minutes on the flank. He would see an interception, two clearances and two crosses in his short time on the field. He still has yet to start a match at the World Cup, appearing from the bench in all four games thus far.

JUNE 28 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots during 6-0 win Shaffelburg generated three shots (zero on goal), six crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Thursday's 6-0 victory over Qatar.

Impact Shaffelburg came on as a second-half substitute, and his shot was turned in for the fifth goal of the game, which went down as an own goal. The LAFC winger has come on as a substitute in both matches and created a chance in each game. He also took three shots and attempted six crosses in his 19 minutes.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off bench Friday Shaffelburg came off the bench in Friday's 1-1 draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina. He recorded one accurate cross in a 29-minute cameo.

Impact The winger resumed full training earlier in the week and provided some much-needed pace in the final third as Canada attempted to score an equalizer. Shaffelburg will continue to be a depth option for the Canucks in the upcoming two games of the group stage.

JUNE 12 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes full training Shaffelburg (leg) returned to full training during Canada's World Cup session, according to Joshua Kloke of TheAthletic.

Impact Shaffelburg's return to full training is an encouraging development after being limited to solo sessions in recent days, raising his chances of being available for Canada's World Cup opener against Bosnia and Herzegovina on June 12. The LAFC winger has not featured at international level since November 2025, and while his involvement in the opening fixture may still be limited given the disrupted buildup, his return to full training gives coach Jesse Marsch an additional attacking option heading into the tournament.

JUNE 8 • ROTOWIRE

Remains in individual work Shaffelburg (leg) was limited to solo training during Thursday's session with Canada's World Cup squad, Joshua Kloke of The Athletic reports.

Impact Shaffelburg is a major doubt for the initial World Cup clash against Bosnia-Herzegovina, with his participation likely reduced to limited minutes in the best-case scenario. The LAFC winger is coming off a tough start to the season due to his injury struggles, and he hasn't appeared at the international level since November 2025. However, he may eventually become an alternative to Liam Millar on the left wing.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Winners, Losers From Canada's World Cup Squad: Injuries Prevail, Left Side Loses

Canada's World Cup squad is set. GOAL breaks down the biggest winners and losers as Alphonso Davies nears a return and roster battles contin...

MAY 30 • FOX SPORTS

Winners, Losers From Canada's World Cup Squad: Injuries Prevail, Left Side Loses

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MAY 30 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Alphonso Davies Named To Canada's World Cup Squad Despite Hamstring Injury

Alphonso Davies was named to Canada’s World Cup squad although he may not be ready for the team’s opener because of a hamstring injury.

MAY 30 • FOX SPORTS

Alphonso Davies Named To Canada's World Cup Squad Despite Hamstring Injury

Could be ready for WC opener Shaffelburg (leg) could be available for Canada's World Cup opener against Bosnia and Herzegovina on June 12, according to coach Jesse Marsch, per Joshua Kloke of The Athletic.

Impact Shaffelburg had been ruled out of LAFC's recent MLS fixtures with a leg issue, but manager Marsch's optimistic assessment suggests the winger's recovery is progressing well ahead of the tournament. The Canadian attacker has provided two assists across 223 minutes of play for LAFC this season and will be looking to make an impact for his country on home soil if cleared in time for the opening fixture.

MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Sidelined with leg injury Shaffelburg has been ruled out of the week 15 game against Seattle Sounders with a leg issue, per the MLS injury report.

Impact Shaffelburg will sit out another match after a largely inconsistent start to the season, in which he has provided two assists over 223 minutes of play. The winger has yet to make a huge impact since his move from Nashville to LAFC, so it's possible he'll remain a backup option even if he returns after the World Cup break, sitting behind Denis Bouanga and David Martinez in the depth chart.

MAY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist in loss Shaffelburg assisted once to go with five crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 4-1 loss versus Houston Dynamo.

Impact Shaffelburg set up Nathan Ordaz's 45th minute goal, driving in a low cross from the left that Ordaz eventually turned home off a deflection to cut the deficit right before halftime, and he was LAFC's most direct attacking threat in a game where the home side piled up shots but only found the net once. He wrapped the match with one assist, two chances created, and five crosses in 59 minutes, constantly winning the ball back high up the pitch and aggressively pressing Houston's right back in transition to spark most of LAFC's dangerous moments.

MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Jack McGlynn scores in each half to spark Dynamo to 4-1 victory over LAFC

Jack McGlynn scored a goal in each half and the Houston Dynamo thumped Los Angeles FC 4-1

MAY 11 • Associated Press

Tafari scores in stoppage time, LAFC beats Toluca 2-1 in 1st leg of CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal

Nkosi Tafari headed in Son Heung-Min’s free kick in second-half stoppage time and LAFC beat Toluca FC 2-1 in the first leg of the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinal

APRIL 30 • Associated Press

Two shots in first start Shaffelburg generated two shots (one on goal), four crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Wednesday's 0-0 draw versus Colorado Rapids.

Impact Shaffelburg cracked the starting XI for the first time with LAFC in MLS during Wednesday's 0-0 draw against Colorado, logging two shots (one on target), one chance created, and four crosses while staying active in the attack. He pushed to make something happen but couldn't carve out a true high-danger look, as Colorado's defensive shape stayed compact and gave LAFC's wide players very little room to work. He's now sitting on one assist through four MLS appearances this season and profiles as more of a rotation option moving forward.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

Provides assist off bench Shaffelburg assisted once to go with four crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 6-0 victory over Orlando City SC.

Impact Shaffelburg checked in off the bench in the 58th minute and wasted little time making an impact in his LAFC debut, notching an assist in the 70th with a sharp cross from the left wing that Tyler Boyd buried to cap the 6-0 blowout. He also whipped in an earlier ball that forced a save from Maxime Crepeau, ending his first appearance for the club with two chances created in 32 minutes of action.

APRIL 5 • ROTOWIRE

On bench to face Orlando Shaffelburg (groin) is among the substitutes for Saturday's match against Orlando City.

Impact Shaffelburg could finally make his LAFC debut after making progress in his recovery from a significant injury. The attacker scored four goals and two assists throughout 26 matches played (13 starts) in his last MLS season with Nashville. If he's also used as a right winger by his new club, he'll be in contention with David Martinez and Tyler Boyd in upcoming games.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Progressing in recovery Shaffelburg (groin) has trained fully after missing the first five games of the 2026 MLS season, coach Marc Dos Santos confirmed Thursday.

Impact Shaffelburg is back in normal practice but could still be a few weeks away from getting consistent playing time. The forwards transferred from Nashville to LA FC prior to the 2026 campaign but has yet to play for his new club after producing four goals and two assists over 26 appearances last year. His recovery should give the team a good alternative to David Martinez on the right wing.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

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