Malachi Jones - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Scores first of season Jones scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 3-1 victory versus Chicago Fire.

Impact Jones made his third consecutive MLS start and scored his first goal of the season in Saturday's win over Chicago. After returning from two serious leg injuries that sidelined him for nearly two years, he initially served as a bench option but has steadily earned a larger role in the starting XI, espesially with the team's long list of injured players at the moment. The midfielder has started four of his eight appearances in 2026, logging 341 minutes while tallying 13 shots, five crosses, and eight tackles.

JULY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Fernandez, Ojeda and Jones each score a goal, NYCFC beat Fire 3-1

Nicolas Fernandez scored a goal for the third consecutive game, Agustin Ojeda and Malachi Jones each added a goal, and New York City FC beat the Chicago Fire 3-1

JULY 26 • Associated Press

Starting midweek Jones (shoulder) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's match against Columbus Crew.

Impact Jones is ready to play after dealing with an injury since late May, and he's making his third MLS start of the season. The forward has featured on the left wing but is still looking for his first goal or assist in 2026, racking up nine shots and one chance created over 217 minutes of play. He might not be a regular participant though, given that Hannes Wolf is also back from a chest issue and should be the first option at some point.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Columbus Crew face New York City FC after shutout win

A game after shutting out Atlanta United 2-0, the Columbus Crew host New York City FC

JULY 21 • Associated Press

Suffers shoulder injury Jones suffered a shoulder injury during Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Nashville and will be evaluated by the medical staff, according to coach Pascal Jansen, per Scott Churchson of S...

Impact Jones suffered a shoulder injury during Sunday's clash against Nashville and will be monitored over the coming days before any clarity emerges on his condition, with New York City's next fixture coming after the World Cup break. The club will provide a further update on his availability once the evaluation has been completed.

MAY 25 • ROTOWIRE

On bench Saturday Jones (leg) is on the bench for Saturday's visit to Vancouver Whitecaps.

Impact Jones could make his first appearance of the year following a couple of leg surgeries that kept him out since June 2024. However, he's unlikely to play a lot of minutes in the short term, serving as a backup for Hannes Wolf on the left flank.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Jones (leg) is back in training ahead of the 2026 preseason tour for NYCFC, per Mark Radigan of the Hudson River Blue.

Impact Jones will look to make a huge comeback after missing close to two years of play following two gruesome leg injuries. He was a promising prospect for NYCFC however will need time to return to his prime form, giving his long absence from the game.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Miami looks for 20th win of season, plays New York City FC

Inter Miami looks for its 20th win of the season when it hosts New York City FC

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Baribo leads the Philadelphia Union against New York City FC

Thai Baribo leads the Philadelphia Union into a matchup with New York City FC after scoring two goals against the Chicago Fire

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Charlotte FC hosts New York City FC in Eastern Conference finals

Charlotte FC hosts New York City FC in the Eastern Conference finals

NOVEMBER 6, 2025 • Associated Press

New York City FC hosts Charlotte FC in Eastern Conference semifinals

New York City FC hosts Charlotte FC in the Eastern Conference semifinals

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • Associated Press

New York City FC visits Charlotte FC in opening round of MLS Cup Playoffs

New York City FC visits Charlotte FC in the first round of the MLS Cup Playoffs

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Seattle Sounders take shutout streak into matchup against New York City FC

The Seattle Sounders head into a matchup with New York City FC after putting together two straight shutout wins

OCTOBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Charlotte FC hosts New York City FC in conference matchup

Charlotte FC hosts New York City FC in Eastern Conference play

JULY 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Nashville hosts New York City FC in non-conference matchup

Nashville hosts New York City FC in a non-conference matchup

MAY 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Prince Owusu's goal leads Montreal to first win of MLS season, 1-0 over NYCFC

Prince Owusu scored the game’s only goal and CF Montreal defeated New York City 1-0 for Montreal’s first win of the MLS season

MAY 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Wolf and New York City FC host Minnesota United

Hannes Wolf leads New York City FC into a matchup with Minnesota United after a two-goal performance against Atlanta United

APRIL 5, 2025 • Associated Press

Atlanta United plays New York City FC in conference action

Atlanta United plays New York City FC in Eastern Conference play

MARCH 28, 2025 • Associated Press

NYCFC rising star Malachi Jones has second surgery after 2024 tibia fracture Malachi Jones will not be on the pitch anytime soon for New York City FC.

MARCH 18, 2025 • NYPOST.COM

Undergoes second surgery Jones (leg) underwent a second surgery, NYC FC announced.

Impact Jones underwent a second surgery after a fibula fracture last season ruled him out long-term. He was slowly working his way back and is now falling back to the start of the process. The forward will hope to return before the end of the season.

MARCH 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps up individual training Jones (leg) is still working on strength and recovery following his leg injury.

Impact Jones has yet returned to training with the team as he works aside on strength and fitness. He is not too far from returning linking back to group training, though is not expected to return within the next weeks.

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Training lightly Jones (leg) is training in cleats, according to New York City manager Nick Cushing.

Impact Jones is at the next stage in his recovery though he still won't be an option throughout the MLS Cup playoffs. The forward's goal currently is to get fit and get back on the pitch before the 2025 pre-season kicks off.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

NYCFC F Malachi Jones has surgery for broken leg New York City FC forward Malachi Jones is recovering from surgery to repair his broken right leg.The rookie had an operation Saturday for a...

JULY 1, 2024 • MIAMIHERALD.COM

NYCFC F Malachi Jones has surgery for broken leg New York City FC forward Malachi Jones is recovering from surgery to repair his broken right leg.The rookie had an operation Saturday for a...

JULY 1, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Suffers broken leg Jones has been confirmed to have suffered a broken leg and will miss the rest of the season, according to Glenn Crooks of NYCFC Network.

Impact Jones' injury has turned out to be worst case scenario, with the forward now set to miss the remainder of the campaign after suffering a broken leg Saturday. He was starting to see a little more time, so this was an awful time for the forward to have gone down injured. However, he has only started in four of his 14 appearances, so it shouldn't affect the starting XI. He will now focus on his recovery and look to be fit for the start of the next campaign.

JULY 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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