KEI KAMARA NEWS

Kei Kamara nears Landon Donovan in MLS goals chart after match-winning brace | MLSSoccer.com Two goals from Kei Kamara sealed Chicago Fire FC's first home win of the 2023 season Saturday night, a 2-1 victory over previously-undefeate...

APRIL 9, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Kamara's brace sends Chicago past Minnesota United 2-1

Kei Kamara had a brace by halftime to spark the Chicago Fire to a 2-1 victory over Minnesota United

APRIL 9, 2023 • Associated Press

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APRIL 9, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores goal off bench Kamara subbed into Saturday's match against Inter Miami in the 63rd minute, scoring a goal in the 3-2 victory.

Impact Kamara returned from a red card suspension and brought the dramatics Saturday, scoring a 92nd-minute game winner to ruin Miami's comeback attempt. At 38 years old, he is unlikely to be able to start every match for the Fire, but he can continue to be a significant impact substitute like this.

MARCH 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

"Grandpa" Kei Kamara makes more MLS history for Chicago Fire FC | MLSSoccer.com Chicago Fire FC’s Kei Kamara has been scoring goals since his current head coach, Ezra Hendrickson, was still his teammate on the Columbus C...

MARCH 26, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Kamara rallies Fire to 3-2 victory over Inter Miami

Kei Kamara scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage time and the Chicago Fire rallied for their first win of the season with a 3-2 victory over Inter Miami

MARCH 26, 2023 • Associated Press

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MARCH 26, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Returning from suspension Kamara will be eligible to feature in Saturday's clash against Inter Miami after serving a one-game red card suspension.

Impact Kamara missed last weekend's draw with FC Cincinnati after getting sent off in his first start for the Fire the previous weekend, but he will be able to return to action on Saturday. He has already taken five shots and created two chances this season and is likely to slot straight back into the XI on the right wing to face Miami.

MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Blake injured in Union's 1-0 victory over Fire

Joaquín Torres scored in the 90th minute to rally the Philadelphia Union to a 1-0 victory over the Chicago Fire

MARCH 12, 2023 • Associated Press

Gets sent off Saturday Kamara was sent off on stoppage time during Saturday's game against Philadelphia.

Impact Kamara was sent off during a scuffle late in the game and will be suspended for the team's next game against Cincinnati on March 18. Given this was an aggression, it wouldn't be shocking if he's suspended for more than one match.

MARCH 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Plays second half in club debut Kamara subbed into Saturday's match against NYCFC at halftime, taking two shots and creating a chance in the 1-1 draw.

Impact Kamara replaced Kacper Przybylko at halftime and became the first player to to feature for 10 different clubs in MLS. The striker situation in Chicago will be one to monitor moving forward, with new signing Georgios Koutsias set to enter the fray as well.

MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Traded to Chicago Kamara has joined the Fire after being traded in exchange for $250,000 in General Allocation Money from CF Montreal, the club announced Friday.

Impact Kamara tallied nine goals and seven assists in a rennaissance season for the 38-year-old striker in 2022, helping lead Montreal to a surprise No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference. He's now joining Chicago, where he will challenge Kacper Przybylko for playing time up front as the team tries to replace the departed Jhon Duran. Meanwhile, Mason Toye and Matko Miljevic (knee) will likely see an uptick in playing time alongside Romell Quioto in attack back in Montreal.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kei Kamara traded to Chicago Fire from CF Montréal | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - CHI receive: Kei Kamara - MTL receive: Up to $400k GAM Major League Soccer’s third all-time leading scorer...

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Kei Kamara: "I'm 100 percent" with CF Montréal but "actively looking" elsewhere | MLSSoccer.com After a career of being the ultimate MLS journeyman, Kei Kamara is looking for a permanent home, a place he can eventually retire. The 38-ye...

FEBRUARY 1, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

CF Montreal striker Kei Kamara opens up about contract, trade request MONTREAL - Kei Kamara says his affection for Montreal has not changed, even as the striker’s contract dispute with the city’s Major League S...

JANUARY 31, 2023 • THESTAR.COM

Kei Kamara asks to leave CF Montreal despite contract extension Veteran striker Kei Kamara has requested a transfer away from CF Montreal this offseason, despite his contract being extended in November.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Kei Kamara requests trade away from CF Montréal | MLSSoccer.com Kei Kamara, the third all-time leading scorer in MLS history, has requested a trade away from CF Montréal. The 38-year-old striker voiced th...

JANUARY 11, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Asks for trade Kamara posted on social media Wednesday that he has asked CF Montreal for a trade.

Impact Kamara had his best season since 2019 last year as he tallied nine goals and seven assists for a surprisingly good Montreal side. But many of the breakout players from that campaign have since left the club along with manager Wilfried Nancy, and it seems the 38-year-old Kamara has the desire to move on as well.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has renaissance season with Montreal Kamara tallied nine goals and seven assists in 34 MLS appearances (16 starts) this season.

Impact Kamara had his best campaign since before the COVID-19 pandemic in 2022, as he averaged a goal involvement every 108 minutes in league play. The 38-year-old is unlikely to be able to start this many games in 2023, but he should remain a dangerous impact substitute up front for Montreal heading into next season.

DECEMBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes three shots against Orlando Kamara took three shots and made an interception in Sunday's 2-0 Round One playoff victory against Orlando City.

Impact Kamara was active in the front-two Sunday as his side secured a comfortable Round One win. He may the the one sacrificed from the XI if Romell Quioto (thigh) returns from injury, but for now he remains a starter alongside Djordje Mihailovic heading into the Eastern Conference semifinals.

OCTOBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores in win over Inter Miami Kamara scored a goal off his lone shot and drew two fouls during Sunday's 1-1 draw against Inter Miami.

Impact Kamara finished his season in style, dribbling past a defender and scoring his side's third goal with a classy finish in the 36th minute. Despite not being a full-time starter, the forward is carrying a great momentum into the MLS Cup playoffs, with four goals and two assists over his last six appearances.

OCTOBER 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Kamara leads CF Montreal against the New England Revolution

Kei Kamara leads CF Montreal into a matchup with the New England Revolution fresh off of a two-goal outing against the Chicago Fire

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • Associated Press

Records brace in victory Kamara scored two goals to go with one assist on four shots and two chances created during Tuesday's 3-2 victory over Chicago Fire.

Impact Kamara continues to decimate Chicago's back line, and he now lays claim to 13 goals in all career matches versus Fire. His 21st minute rebound strike initiated the scoring in this contest, and his 29th minute tally gave CF Montreal a comfortable 2-0 cushion. He subbed out in the 62nd minute for rest, giving way to Romell Quioto. He's up to eight goals and seven assists on the season.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Philly flex on DC, Kei Kamara makes MLS history, LAFC clinch playoffs & MORE | MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

CF Montréal's Kei Kamara reaches another MLS goalscoring milestone | MLSSoccer.com Kei Kamara keeps on climbing the MLS record books.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM