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Makes 35 starts for Chicago Bamba recorded 35 starts in 37 MLS appearances for Chicago during the 2025 MLS season (including the playoffs).

Impact Bamba proved to be one of Chicago's most reliable players in 2025, featuring in all 37 matches. In his debut MLS season, he scored six goals and provided five assists, while creating 54 chances and making 25 tackles. The winger maintained his typical goal contribution rate of 11 and brought valuable experience from his time in Spain and France. Looking ahead, Bamba is poised to build on this foundation and increase his offensive impact in 2026.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Goal and assist Sunday Bamba scored one goal and assisted once from four shots and two chances created in Sunday's 2-2 (6-4) penalty shootout loss to Philadelphia Union.

Impact Bamba would see a decent match in the first leg Sunday but ultimately couldn't help his team to the win, scoring a goal in the 84th minute and an assist in the 93rd minute. This is his sixth goal and fifth assist of the season, now above double-digit goal contributions in 36 appearances. He will need to maintain this form into the second leg, with the Fire in a lose or go home situation.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Jesús Bueno scores winner in PK shootout as Union hold off Fire in first-round opener of MLS Cup

Jesús Bueno scored the decisive goal in a penalty-kick shootout after Philadelphia blew a two-goal lead late and the top-seeded Union beat the Chicago Fire in a best-of-three first...

OCTOBER 27 • Associated Press

Bamba, Zinckernagel and Cuypers each score a goal, Fire beats Revolution 3-2 Jonathan Bamba, Philip Zinckernagel and Hugo Cuypers each scored a goal on Saturday night to help the Fire beat the New England Revolution 3...

SEPTEMBER 7 • DAILYHERALD.COM

Opens scoring early Bamba scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-2 victory versus New England Revolution.

Impact Bamba struck in the second minute, running onto Brian Gutierrez's lofted pass and sliding his finish past Matt Turner to give an early lead to Chicago. He worked 76 minutes on the left and helped stretch New England's backline throughout the game, contributing three shots, two tackles, and one clearance. Bamba now has nine goal contributions in 28 appearances in his first MLS season, and he will hope to reach double digits in the final stretch of the campaign.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Bamba, Zinckernagel and Cuypers each score a goal, Fire beat Revolution 3-2

Jonathan Bamba, Philip Zinckernagel and Hugo Cuypers each scored a goal to help the Chicago Fire beat the New England Revolution 3-2

SEPTEMBER 7 • Associated Press

Scores banger against LAFC Bamba scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Los Angeles Football Club.

Impact Bamba scored in the 70th minute with a first-time powerful finish after a combination between Brian Gutierrez and Philip Zinckernagel that left Hugo Lloris with no chance to attempt a save. The goal was his fourth of the MLS season to go with four assists. He created two chances and was a constant threat from the left wing against the black and gold. Bamba has now contributed to 42 shots and 37 chances in 25 appearances this season and is having a decent first season in the MLS.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal Bamba scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 7-1 win versus D.C. United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 46th minute.

Impact Bamba played just the first half Saturday, managing to score once before his exit. He is having a solid start to his Chicago career, starting all 16 MLS games, recording three goals and four assists .

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Skill and luck for second goal Bamba scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 4-1 victory over Charlotte FC.

Impact For the Chicago team's first goal, it occurred from a tough shot that Bamba attempted more than 20 yards out. It deflected off Adilson Malanda, which confused Charlotte's goalkeeper Kristijan Kahlina enough that the ball went past his net. For the Fire's 2025 season, Bamba will have logged multiple goals, considering he just got a second Saturday.

MAY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in 3-2 defeat Bamba assisted once to go with four shots (zero on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and three chances created in Saturday's 3-2 loss versus FC Cincinnati.

Impact Bamba picked up his fourth assist of the season as he linked up with Hugo Cuypers to bring the game back to 1-1. He attempted four shots in the game, his most of the season, but was unable to get any on target, and he created three chances, his most in the last seven games.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Records three shots Bamba had three shots (two on goal) and one cross (one accurate) in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Inter Miami CF.

Impact Bamba played the full 90 Sunday but couldn't find a breakthrough in the stalemate against Miami, with two of his three shots finding the target but not the back of the net. He did see a goal contribution last match and will look for another soon, with four in eight appearances this campaign.

APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE

Nets first MLS goal Bamba scored a goal while taking three shots (all on goal), crossing three times (one accurate) and creating a chance during Saturday's 2-1 loss to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Bamba opened the scoring in the 32nd minute while tying for the team-high with three shots in the match. The goal was the first in MLS for Bamba as he's combined for three shots and seven crosses over his last three starts.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Logs another assist Bamba assisted on Chicago's first goal in a 2-1 win Saturday over Toronto FC.

Impact The midfielder created two chances but found Andrew Gutman for Chicago's opening goal. Bamba was subbed off after halftime. He will need to be at his best to log good numbers against Vancouver, a side which has only given up two goals in MLS play.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Two assists in Chicago debut Bamba assisted twice to go with two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (two accurate) and five chances created in Saturday's 4-2 loss to Columbus Crew.

Impact Bamba got his Chicago career off to a great start as he recorded two assists in his first 22 minutes in a Fire uniform. He also recorded five chances created and three crosses, proving those assists weren't just a fluke. After a great debut versus one of the league's best teams, Bamba's future in the MLS looks bright.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Midfielder Jonathan Bamba moves to MLS's Chicago Fire from Celta Vigo

Winger Jonathan Bamba was acquired by Major League Soccer’s Chicago Fire from Spanish club Celta Viga and agreed to a three-year contract that includes a team option for 2028

JANUARY 21 • Associated Press

Fire sign Jonathan Bamba after transfer from Spanish side The Chicago Fire acquired winger Jonathan Bamba on Tuesday and signed him to a contract that runs through the 2027 season.Financial terms we...

JANUARY 21 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Chicago Fire acquire DP winger Jonathan Bamba from Celta de Vigo | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Chicago Fire FC have acquired Ivory Coast international winger Jonathan Bamba from LaLiga side Celta de Vig...

JANUARY 21 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Signs with Chicago Bamba signed with Chicago as a designated player from Celta Vigo, the club announced.

Impact Bamba is making the switch to MLS with Chicago Fire, where he will join up as a designated player. Bamba is off to a slow start in his second season with Celta Vigo, but will have the chance to reset and try to get going in Major League Soccer.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Absent to face Athletic Bamba is out for Sunday's match against Atheltic due to ongoing transfer speculation, according to manager Claudio Giraldez. "Bamba is not here, his departure from the club is bein...

Impact Bamba will serve Sunday's match from the sidelines, as he is unavailable due to transfer speculation, not due to injury. He did start in their last match, so this will force a change, with Willot Swedberg or Hugo Sotelo taking his spot. Bamba will either return to the club within the coming days or his next notice will be a transfer, leaving his availability with Celta moving forward in question.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in Friday's loss Bamba assisted once to go with two shots (two on goal), one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Friday's 2-1 defeat to Rayo Vallecano.

Impact Bamba recorded his first goal contribution of the season Friday as his cross in the 26th minute set up Borja Iglesias' goal which tied the match at 1-1. He also put two shots on target and won two tackles before he was subbed off in the 69th minute for Hugo Alvarez.

JANUARY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Real Madrid Bamba (knee) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Real Madrid.

Impact Bamba had been cleared of his injuries and that earned him a spot in the starting XI Saturday. He has now started in four of the eight matches he has been available for, continuing to see time in more of a rotational role.

OCTOBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared of injuries Bamba (knee) has been cleared of his injuries and is fit moving forward, according to his club.

Impact Bamba received a huge boost Tuesday, as it has now been confirmed the midfielder is ready for a return. This comes after missing the club's last two games with a knee injury. He should be on the team sheet to face Real Madrid on Oct. 19 following the international break, likely seeing time off the bench after starting in three of his seven appearances on the team sheet when fit.

OCTOBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with group Bamba (knee) is questionable for Saturday's match against Las Palmas after training, accoridng to his club.

Impact Bamba could be in for a return after missing the club's last match, as he did train with the group ahead of the match. However, this will still come down to a fitness test ahead of the match. He has started in three of his seven appearances this campaign but has gone unused three times off the bench already, likely seeing the same fate if selected for Saturday.

OCTOBER 4, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knee injury Bamba (knee) was not an option during Sunday's 1-1 draw to Girona.

Impact Bamba was left out Sunday with a knee injury and is at risk of missing the Las Palmas clash. He's seem four appearances to open up the campaign, starting three times while producing 10 crosses (four accurate), five chances created and four tackles.

OCTOBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in five crosses Bamba took an off target shot, crossed five times (two accurate) and created a chance during Sunday's 3-1 loss to Athletic Club.

Impact Bamba was held off the scoresheet, but was active in attack from left wing. The attacker has yet to have a goal involvement this season and returned to the starting XI in the match after being an unused substitute in Celta's previous two matches.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Jesús Bueno scores winner in PK shootout as Union hold off Fire in first-round opener of MLS Cup

Bamba, Zinckernagel and Cuypers each score a goal, Fire beat Revolution 3-2

Midfielder Jonathan Bamba moves to MLS's Chicago Fire from Celta Vigo