Maren Haile-Selassie - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Bench specialist Haile-Salassie made six starts in 33 appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 MLS season.

Impact Haile-Salassie transitioned to a bench role in 2025 but remained highly productive despite limited minutes. Over 1,063 minutes of play, he recorded two goals and six assists, creating 22 chances, and contributing 17 tackles. His durability kept him valuable in the squad, though his skill level fell short of securing a regular starting spot. With his contract entering its final year, Haile-Salassie may explore opportunities elsewhere if Chicago cannot offer increased playing time in 2026.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Whips in six crosses Haile-Selassie recorded one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Sunday's 2-2 (6-4) penalty shootout defeat to Philadelphia Union.

Impact Haile-Selassie would earn the start to open the playoff series against Philadelphia and had a decent match, recording one shot, two chances created and six crosses in his 90 minutes of work. This was only his sixth start in 32 appearances this season and will likely return to the bench next contest if Philip Zinckernagel (undisclosed) returns from his injury.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Hat trick of assists Haile-Selassie had three assists from three chances created while taking an off target shot and crossing once accurately during Tuesday's 5-3 win over Miami.

Impact Haile-Selassie set up goals in the 11th, 43rd and 83rd minutes while leading the Fire with his three chances created. The assists and the start were both the first for Haile-Selassie since July, but the performance may have earned him more playing time moving forward.

OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Nets goal as substitute Haile-Selassie scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Wednesday's 2-2 draw against Atlanta United.

Impact Haile-Selassie appeared off the bench in the 67th minute and quickly made an impact on the game, scoring just 10 minutes later in the 79th minute. This is his second straight game with a goal contribution after he saw an assist last time out, both of which came from the bench. He now has five goal contributions in 18 appearances (two starts) this season, with two goals and three assists.

JULY 17 • ROTOWIRE

Will Reilly scores first career goal as Atlanta United rallies in stoppage time to tie Fire 2-2

Will Reilly scored his first career goal in the fourth minute of second-half stoppage time after subbing into the match in the second half to rally Atlanta United to a 2-2 draw wit...

JULY 17 • Associated Press

Makes four crosses in loss Haile-Selassie (undisclosed) assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), four crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-1 loss to San Diego FC.

Impact Haile-Selassie was able to recover from a minor injury to come off the bench for 18 minutes of play on Saturday. Since May 10, the midfielder recorded just two starts in 10 appearances, scoring once with two assists in that span.

JULY 12 • ROTOWIRE

Off during first half Haile-Selassie was forced off in the 30th minute of Tuesday's 3-1 Open Cup loss to Minnesota due to an apparent injury.

Impact Haile-Selassie looks to have suffered an injury Tuesday, only making it 30 minutes into the match before he was taken off. This is something to monitor, although it shouldn't force a change in MLS play, as he has not started in their past three matches. However, they will hope his issues are minor, as he still sees solid time off the bench and has three goal contributions this campaign.

JULY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in victory Haile-Selassie scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and two chances created in Saturday's 7-1 win against D.C. United.

Impact Haile-Selassie joined the scoring party Saturday, recording his first of the season while also assisting. He has dropped in favorite under new coach Gregg Berhalter, starting only once in 12 appearances this campaign, having been a regular starter in 2024.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Tom Barlow's first career hat trick propels Fire to 7-1 victory over DC United

Tom Barlow finished with his first career hat trick after scoring two of four first-half goals by Chicago’s front line and the Fire breezed to a 7-1 victory over D

JUNE 8 • Associated Press

Hugo Cuypers, Rominigue Kouamé help Fire beat Atlanta United 2-1 for first home victory this season

Hugo Cuypers scored on a first-half penalty kick and Rominigue Kouamé delivered the winner late in the second half as the Chicago Fire won at home for the first time this season wi...

MAY 10 • Associated Press

Assists off bench in loss Haile-Selassie assisted on a goal in 45 minutes off the bench in Saturday's 7-2 loss to Nashville.

Impact Haile-Selassie came off the bench to notch his first goal contribution of the season. He has yet to make a start in 2025, but he can make an impact on the attacking end anytime he's on the field. If he continues to make a mark, he could see his first start of the season in Chicago's upcoming two-game home stand, starting with Orlando City on Saturday.

APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE

Fit after training Haile-Selassie (lower body) is on the bench for Saturday's match against Toronto.

Impact Haile-Selassie trained with the group this week, so it is no surprise to see him on the bench Saturday. He has yet to appear this season and will look to see some time against the Fire, starting in 23 of his 27 appearances last campaign.

MARCH 15 • ROTOWIRE

Trains with group Haile-Selassie (lower body) was included in group training Tuesday, according to Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports.

Impact Haile-Selassie was back with his teammates on the training pitch Tuesday, a good sign for the attacker who has yet to feature this season. He will hope this is enough to make the team sheet next contest, facing Toronto on Saturday.

MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to face Dallas Haile-Selassie (lower body) is questionable for Saturday's match against Dallas.

Impact Haile-Selassie looks to be a late call for Saturday, which is a bit of a surprise with the forward expected to miss another week of action. He has yet to appear this season but did start in 23 of his 27 appearances last season, hoping to see similar time this season once fit.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Cuypers and the Chicago Fire visit Dallas

Hugo Cuypers leads the Chicago Fire into a matchup with Dallas fresh off of a two-goal showing against D.C

MARCH 7 • Associated Press

Remains out Haile-Selassie (lower body) is out for Saturday's trip to Dallas, according to manager Gregg Berhalter.

Impact Haile-Selassie still isn't training and won't be an option for Saturday's clash with Dallas. The attacker's first chance to return will be a March 15 clash with Toronto, though that would likely require a return to team training before he's ready for match action.

MARCH 6 • ROTOWIRE

Still not training Haile-Selassie (lower body) was not in training Thursday as he missed the 2-2 draw to D.C United on Saturday, per Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports Net.

Impact Haile-Selassie is still expected to remain on the sidelines with a lower body injury. If the midfielder can return to training this week, he could make the trip to Dallas on Saturday, pending a fitness test.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Not available for Columbus Haile-Selassie (Lower Body) is out for Saturday's season opener against Columbus, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Haile-Selassie is managing a lower-body injury and will miss the first game of the MLS season. He was training indoors on Friday, indicating that additional recovery time is needed. His absence is not expected to impact the starting XI, as he was expected to be a quality bench option in the frontline this season.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Scores five goals in 2024 Haile-Selassie ends the 2024 season making 23 starts in 27 appearances for Chicago.

Impact Haile-Selassie missed a month of the season early with an injury, resulting in 23 starts in 27 appearances. In that span, he was able to score five times with two assists, totaling 40 shots (19 on target), 86 crosses (16 accurate) ad 34 chances created. In two seasons with Chicago, the midfielder has scored 11 goals while assisting five times as he enters another year of his contract.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Out against Toronto Haile-Selassie is not in the match squad Saturday against Toronto due to the birth of his child, according to the club.

Impact Haile-Selassie is unavailable for the first time since May after being active as a right winger in recent games. Justin Reynolds will be on the field in his place, while it remains unclear if Haile-Selassie will be involved in the midweek visit to Charlotte.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two corners in 1-0 defeat Haile-Selassie generated five crosses (four accurate) and two corners in Wednesday's 1-0 defeat versus Nashville SC.

Impact Haile-Selassie produced five crosses, joint-most in the match. Four of them were accurate, the most by any player on the day. Haile-Selassie also made an interception.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sends in four crosses Haile-Selassie crossed four times (one accurate) and created a chance during Saturday's 2-1 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Haile-Selassie was held off the scoresheet, but led the Fire with four crosses during Saturday's win. The wide-man hasn't had a goal involvement since July, but remains a consistent crossing threat with 23 over his last three matches as a locked in starter at the club.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads match in crosses Haile-Selassie registered nine crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against D.C. United.

Impact Haile-Selassie wasn't all that active in his 90 minutes of play Saturday but still managed to whip in nine crosses, although not a single was accurate. This marks his second-highest total for crosses in a match, only doing better in the previous contest with his 10.

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Registers most crosses in the game Haile-Selassie registered nine crosses (zero accurate) and six corners in Saturday's 4-1 loss against Inter Miami CF.

Impact Haile-Selassie delivered the most crosses in the game, created three chances, and contributed defensively with a tackle. He enjoyed a prolific period a couple of months ago, notching five goal involvements in four games, but has since gone without a goal involvement.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Takes one shot Haile-Selassie took one shot (on goal) and crossed once inaccurately during Saturday's 0-0 draw with New York City FC.

Impact Haile-Selassie was held off the scoresheet for the second straight match following a run of four straight matches with a goal. The wide man has combined for eight shots, three chances created and 11 crosses over his last three starts.

JULY 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

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Will Reilly scores first career goal as Atlanta United rallies in stoppage time to tie Fire 2-2

Tom Barlow's first career hat trick propels Fire to 7-1 victory over DC United

Hugo Cuypers, Rominigue Kouamé help Fire beat Atlanta United 2-1 for first home victory this season

Cuypers and the Chicago Fire visit Dallas