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Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month Spotlight: Kellyn Acosta In the vast landscape of American soccer, Kellyn Acosta's journey is a testament to the power of diversity and heritage. Born in Plano, Texa...

MAY 17, 2024 • USSOCCER.COM

Tallies 10 crosses in loss Acosta generated one shot (zero on goal), 10 crosses (one accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus New England Revolution.

Impact Acosta was one of his team's most productive players, mainly due to his set piece duties in a 90-minute performance. He delivered a season-high 10 crosses and six corner kicks, and tied his best mark with four interceptions. However, he may lose set pieces in future matchups with Xherdan Shaqiri back from a leg injury.

MAY 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in crosses, interceptions Acosta took an off target shot, crossed five times inaccurately, created two chances and made two interceptions during Sunday's 3-0 loss to Atlanta.

Impact Acosta was held off the scoresheet, but led Chicago in both crosses and interceptions in the match. The midfielder has taken five shots, created four chances and crossed 19 times over his last three matches as the primary corner kick taker for Chicago.

MARCH 31, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Attempts five crosses Acosta generated one shot (zero on goal), five crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-1 draw against New England Revolution.

Impact Acosta has logged five crosses in each of his last three appearances. But unlike his previous appearance, when the defensive midfielder recorded more than three accurate crosses, none of them were accurate Saturday. It marked the second time in three appearances where Acosta logged five crosses, but none of them were accurate. Ideally for him and the Fire, that will not be a regular occurrence this season.

MARCH 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Kellyn Acosta elevates Chicago Fire | Energy Moment of the Matchday | MLSSoccer.com Kellyn Acosta cast his fate to the wind... and was rewarded with a game-winning goal for the ages.

MARCH 19, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Scores late winner Acosta scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), nine crosses (four accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 4-3 win against CF Montreal.

Impact Acosta collected the ball from Chris Brady and scored a 99th minute winner from the halfway line aided by the uneven wind. This was Acosta's first goal contribution of this season. He recorded the most crosses in the game, created two chances and recorded four interceptions and two tackles.

MARCH 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Acosta sends Chicago Fire FC to late 4-3 victory over CF Montreal Kellyn Acosta scored from beyond midfield at the 99th minute on a misplayed ball by the keeper and Chicago Fire FC completed a stunning 4-3...

MARCH 16, 2024 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Windy City miracle! Kellyn Acosta caps wild Chicago comeback | MLSSoccer.com Wind assisted? Maybe yes, maybe no.

MARCH 16, 2024 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Kellyn Acosta launches Fire to wild win over CF Montreal Kellyn Acosta delivered a wind-aided, tie-breaking goal from midfield in the final moments of second-half stoppage time as the Chicago Fire...

MARCH 16, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

CRAZIEST GOAL EVER!?! 😱 Kellyn Acosta Scores Windy City Game-Winning Goal from Midfield!

MARCH 16, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Five crosses in loss Acosta had five crosses (zero accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-1 loss against Columbus Crew.

Impact Acosta started again Saturday and assumed a new role as he took four of his side's five corner kicks. He also recorded a season-high five crosses, won one tackle and intercepted two passes before he was subbed off in the 89th minute for Federico Navarro. If he continues to feature in set piece situations, his upside will increase significantly.

MARCH 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in first start Acosta registered two shots (zero on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-1 defeat to FC Cincinnati. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 55th minute.

Impact Acosta made his first start since joining Chicago in the offseason and had a quiet performance. He recorded two off-target shots and one inaccurate cross on the attack as the entire Fire attack failed to get anything going outside of Xherdan Shaqiri's penalty. He also won one tackle and was shown a yellow card before being subbed off in the 75th minute for Federico Navarro.

MARCH 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Heading to Chicago Acosta has signed with the Chicago Fire out of free agency, his new club announced Wednesday.

Impact Acosta will be keeping his talents in the MLS for another couple of seasons, having inked a deal with Chicago until 2026 after spending the past two seasons with LAFC. He has now played 252 MLS contests, notching 18 goals and 25 assists in his 11 years in the League. He was a regular starter with LAFC last season, and should come into Chicago expecting to gain around the same amount of time on the field, as he is one of the better box to box midfielders in the League, hoping to boost the Fire to better than a 13th place finish like last campaign.

FEBRUARY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Fire reportedly nearing deal with USMNT midfielder Kellyn Acosta

Kellyn Acosta is staying in Major League soccer with the Chicago Fire, according to multiple reports.

FEBRUARY 7, 2024 • FOX SPORTS

Chicago Fire reportedly nearing deal with USMNT midfielder Kellyn Acosta

Busy in playoffs Acosta started the final four matches of the 2023 playoffs and made 29 appearances total.

Impact Acosta was in and out of the starting XI throughout the season but when it mattered the most in the playoffs he was a big part of the starting XI. The midfielder didn't get on the scoresheet in 2023, which is less than ideal, but he should still come into some sort of role in 2024.

DECEMBER 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

LAFC hopes to end longest season in MLS history with another Cup title

LAFC hosts the Houston Dynamo on Saturday in the Western Conference final, which will be its 52nd match of 2023 across all competitions.

DECEMBER 1, 2023 • FOX SPORTS

LAFC hopes to end longest season in MLS history with another Cup title

Corner role continues Acosta recorded five crosses (two accurate) and five corners in Sunday's 1-0 win against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Acosta had five crosses, all coming from corners, in another busy showing during the win. The midfielder has been a major piece of the starting XI and his role on set-pieces is giving him a solid floor moving forward. Acosta and LAFC will move on to the second round of the MLS Cup playoffs after sweeping Vancouver.

NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Minnesota Acosta is not in the match day squad to face Minnesota on Wednesday.

Impact Acosta misses out on Wednesday's match as expected as he continues to recover from a lower body inury. Mateusz Bogusz starts in central midfield in Acosta's absence.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Wednesday Acosta (lower body) is questionable for Wednesday's match against Minnesota United.

Impact Acosta is listed as questionable after coming off in the 34th minute against Real Salt Lake with a lower body injury. Mateusz Bogusz is expected to start against Minnesota if Acosta is not fit to play.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers strain Acosta suffered a strain injury and was forced to subbed out in the 34th minute of Monday's 1-0 loss versus Real Salt Lake.

Impact Acosta's match ended early after picking up a strain during Sunday's loss. He's started the last six matches in a row, generating 10 crosses (two accurate) and 17 tackles (10 won) in that span. If he has to sit out, then Mateusz Bogusz could be set to replace him in the lineup for Wednesday's clash with Minnesota.

OCTOBER 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes five tackles Acosta recorded five tackles (three won) in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus Philadelphia Union.

Impact In the last 11 matches, Acosta has started nine of them, recording 20 tackles (12 won) and 21 crosses (six accurate). He has yet to score or assist in 22 games overall in league play.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Provides four crosses Acosta recorded one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Minnesota United.

Impact Acosta lead the team in crosses as he whipped in four (two accurate) in Saturday's draw. This was the American's fourth game starting since his hamstring injury and it was definitely his most efficient performance since his return. He played well from box to box as he contributed one shot, two chances created and four crosses in the attacking end and one tackle, two interceptions and a clearance in the defensive end. The 27-year-old is still eyeing his first goal contribution of the year and will have to pick up productivity if he wants to match last seasons tally of seven.

JULY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet off bench in return Acosta (lower body) made one interception and drew one foul after coming off the bench during Saturday's 2-0 loss against FC Dallas.

Impact Acosta returned to the team after missing six weeks, being brought as part of a double halftime substitution but couldn't provide any statistical impact as he's still trying to regain his ideal match fit. The quick turnaround between this game and Tuesday's derby against LA Galaxy is the only thing that could prevent the midfielder from keep getting playing time as he didn't show any signs of pain during his comeback.

JULY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes return to bench Acosta (lower body) is on the bench for Saturday's trip to Dallas.

Impact Acosta is back on the bench Saturday after spending eight matches on the sideline with the injury. He's been a game-time call for over a month as well but has finally passed the late fitness tests to return to the first team.

JULY 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains uncertain Acosta (lower body) is a game-time call for Wednesday's clash with Seattle, according to the LAFC injury report.

Impact Acosta is questionable for a third match in a row as he continues to deal with a lower body injury. The midfielder started eight times in 10 appearances before picking up the injury and could return to a starting role when deemed fully fit.

JUNE 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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