Lyle Foster - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Won't play Saturday Foster was listed as out for Saturday's visit to Charlotte for reasons not related to injury.

Impact Foster signed with Houston in the final days of the transfer window with the aim of becoming their starting striker, but his debut for the club will have to wait at least a few days. While the nature of his absence hasn't been revealed, it's likely he's still dealing with visa issues. After making 89 appearances for Burnley in recent Premier League and Championship seasons, the striker will offer offensive value and could be one of the most dangerous center-forwards in the Eastern Conference once he's ready to play. Until then, Duncan McGuire will be expected to lead the front line.

SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Houston Dynamo acquire Lyle Foster from Burnley | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Houston Dynamo FC have acquired striker Lyle Foster on loan from EFL Championship side Burnley FC, the club...

SEPTEMBER 3 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Joins Houston on loan Foster has joined Houston Dynamo on loan from Burnley through June 2027, with an option for a permanent transfer, according to the club.

Impact Foster brings extensive experience from English football to Houston after making 89 league appearances for Burnley across the Premier League and Championship. The South Africa international recorded three goals and two assists in 26 Premier League appearances last season and offers a combination of pace, physicality and ability to attack space behind defenses. The 25-year-old should immediately compete for a prominent role at center-forward as Houston strengthen their attack for the remainder of the MLS campaign.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Favored striker for national team Foster has been included in South Africa's World Cup squad and should be the first option to lead the front line throughout the competition.

Impact Foster could see meaningful action in the summer tournament despite coming off a relegation campaign with Burnley, for which he scored three goals and provided three assists over 27 games played in all competitions. His sharp movement and end product in the final third have translated well to the international level, with the striker racking up four goals and three assists in nine official matches for South Africa since 2025. Foster is capable of creating chances for himself and others near the opposing goal, though he'll likely need to be clinical given that South Africa may struggle to control matches against stronger sides. He could also share penalty taking duties with Oswin Appollis if given the opportunity.

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Records assist Foster assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 loss against Fulham.

Impact Foster help get the lone goal fo Burnley on Saturday, assisting the goal to Zian Flemming. He now has three goals and two assists this season, logging in five shots on target, 10 key passes and 10 tackles won in 23 appearances in PL play.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Zian Flemming stuns Fulham to give Burnley lead | Premier League

MARCH 21 • YOUTUBE

Returns to bench Foster (illness) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Brentford.

Impact Foster returns to the bench for Saturday's clash against the Bees after continuing in a rotational role in recent weeks. He had recorded 90 minutes only in an FA Cup matchup on Feb. 14 and remains a backup option in attack. The South African has scored three goals and delivered one assist across 19 Premier League appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Should feature against Brentford Foster will likely bounce back to the squad Saturday versus Brentford after missing the previous clash with Chelsea due to a stomach bug, manager Scott Parker confirmed Thursday "L...

Impact Foster has played mostly as a substitute lately and recorded 90 minutes only in an FA Cup matchup on Feb. 14, so he might return to a backup role going forward. Thus, the South African will offer an alternative to either Zian Flemming in the No. 9 position or to Jaidon Anthony and Marcus Edwards on the wings. Foster has scored three goals and delivered one assist across 19 matches played in the current Premier League campaign.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Scores off bench Saturday Foster scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Foster scored his third goal of the season Saturday, an unassisted strike in the 76th minute which took the 2-1 lead. It came just seven minutes after he subbed onto the pitch and it marked his first goal since Oct. 26. He put two shots on target in his 21 minutes of action versus Spurs.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Lyle Foster puts Burnley 2-1 in front of Spurs | Premier League

JANUARY 24 • YOUTUBE

Named on bench Saturday Foster (illness) is on the bench for Saturday's clash against Liverpool.

Impact Foster is named on the bench for Saturday's match against Liverpool after returning from illness and delivering an impressive AFCON campaign with South Africa, scoring two goals and adding two assists in four games. He played 14 minutes as a substitute against Manchester United and was left out of the 5-1 FA Cup win over Millwall. Foster has been a regular starter for the Clarets this season and will likely claim back that role in upcoming fixtures.

JANUARY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with illness Foster is dealing with an illness and will be a late call for Saturday's game at Liverpool, manager Scott Parker told media Thursday. "Lyle (Foster) is feeling a bit better after i...

Impact Foster looked excellent in the AFCON for South Africa, registering two goals and two assists in four games. He logged 14 minutes off the bench against Manchester United and didn't play in the 5-1 win over Millwall in the FA Cup. Considering his illness and based on Parker's words, a decision on Foster's status will be made at some point Friday.

JANUARY 15 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Wednesday Foster (not injury related) is on the bench for Wednesday's matchup against Manchester United.

Impact Foster will be a strong candidate to replace either Hannibal or Marcus Edwards on the wings in his comeback from international duty. Foster was heavily involved for South Africa in the AFCON, scoring twice and delivering two assists in four games, which is a much better production than the two goals and one assist he has achieved in 13 club matches.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to Burnley Foster (international duty) has returned to Burnley and is questionable for Wednesday's match against Manchester United, according to manager Scott Parker. "Lyle will fly back int...

Impact Foster was off at AFCON but is already returned to his club after being eliminated, as the forward could now play Wednesday. However, this will likely depend on his fitness and how much he can play just after the competition and flight back to England, a lot for the body to go through in just a few weeks. He is their typical starter at forward when fit this season, so his return is positive, starting in 11 of his 13 appearances this season to go along with two goals and one assist.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

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Headed to AFCON Foster is departing for AFCON with South Africa and will be out until early January.

Impact Foster is departing Burnley as he links up with his national team for AFCON. The striker has made 13 appearances (11 starts) prior to departing, scoring twice and assisting once. Zian Flemming should take on a heavier workload while Foster is out of the team.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late winner Foster scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 3-2 win against Wolverhampton.

Impact Foster passed the ball just beyond the keeper deep into second-half stoppage time Sunday to give Burnley a dramatic 3-2 victory over Wolverhampton. The striker converted his lone shot opportunity in his first appearance since missing Burnley's match versus Leeds earlier in Oct. due to a leg injury. Through eight appearances (seven starts), Foster is averaging one shot attempt per appearance.

OCTOBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Lyle Foster's 95TH-MINUTE GOAL gives Burnley 3-2 lead over Wolves | Premier League

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • YOUTUBE

Trains, option Sunday Foster (leg) is back in contention for Sunday's clash against Wolves, coach Scott Parker said in the press conference. "Lyle is back in contention, he has been training with us ove...

Impact Foster missed the last game against Leeds United due to a leg injury, but has fully recovered after returning to team training in the last few days and is back in contention for Sunday's clash against Wolves. The forward has been an undisputed starter for the Clarets this campaign and should regain his role on Sunday if fully fit to feature.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Not available Saturday Foster (leg) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Leeds United.

Impact Foster is not in the squad for Saturday's match after failing to recover in time from the dead leg that caused his withdrawal from international duty. He was considered a late call during the week but didn't pass the necessary tests to be cleared.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late call for Saturday Foster (leg) is a late call for Saturday's match against Leeds United, according to manager Scott Parker. "It's better news than we initially thought with Lyle, it's a dead leg. H...

Impact Foster has been deemed to have suffered a dead leg after being withdrawn from his national team, but will now return to his club as a late call for Saturday, needing to be assessed ahead of the contest. This is huge news for the club, which will likely need him to pass some testing to be fit. He has started in every match this season, so they will hope he is an option, with Jacob Bruun Larsen, Zian Flemming and Armando Broja as possible replacements.

OCTOBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Withdrawn due to injury Foster has been withdrawn from the South African national team due to an injury, according to his team.

Impact Foster has suffered an injury over the international break and will not return to his club, with the forward withdrawing from his national team due to an injury. Not much more has been given on his situation yet, leaving his availability for Burnley up in the air. They will resume play on Oct. 18 against Leeds United, hoping he is available after not missing a start all season, with Armando Broja and Zian Flemming as possible replacements if he misses time.

OCTOBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three shots, no goal Foster registered three shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 5-1 loss against Manchester City.

Impact Foster was on the field for 80 minutes and would fire off three shots Saturday, although he couldn't find the back of the net in the loss. He has now gone three games since his last goal, remaining at one goal in six appearances this season.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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