Mauricio Pineda - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

30 appearances in 2025 Pineda made 18 starts in 30 MLS appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 MLS season.

Impact Pineda continued in a rotational role for Chicago for the third straight season. In 2025, he registered a career-high two assists, along with 40 tackles and 18 clearances. While inconsistency limited him to a partial starting role, he still featured in the starting XI for 60 percent of his appearances. Looking ahead, Pineda enters his seventh season with Chicago, making him one of the longest-tenured players on the current roster.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists as substitute Pineda had an assist with his lone chance created while making three tackles (winning one) during Tuesday's 5-3 win over Miami.

Impact Pineda entered the match in the 61st minute and set up Justin Reynolds in the 80th while leading Chicago in tackles. The assist was the first since May for Pineda as he hasn't started a match since July.

OCTOBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inks deal with Chicago Pineda has signed a new contract with Chicago, according to his club.

Impact Pineda is remaining with Chicago for another couple of seasons, inking a deal through 2027, with an option for the 2028 campaign. He has started in 17 of his 25 appearances this season, recording one assist on nine chances created to go along with 15 interceptions, 16 clearances and 34 tackles.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Suspension cleared Pineda is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward for the club.

Impact Pineda has cleared his ban due to yellow card accumulation and is now back available for their next contest. He is expected to return directly to the starting XI in the midfield with Rominigue Kouame questionable after being forced off injured in the last game.

JUNE 9, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 1, 2025 • Associated Press

Provides assist early Saturday Pineda assisted once to go with zero corners and one chance created in Saturday's 3-1 win versus Orlando City SC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 27th minute and thi...

Impact Pineda assisted Philip Zinckernagel's opening goal with a precise pass from outside the area. His distribution and defensive contributions helped control the midfield with a season-high three blocks. Pineda's performance was a key factor in Chicago's victory, but he received his fifth yellow card in MLS and will be suspended for the next game against D.C. United on Saturday. Rominigue Kouame is expected to replace him in the midfield for that game.

JUNE 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts despite injury Pineda (lower body) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Orlando.

Impact Pineda is not missing any time after picking up a lower body injury that left him questionable, making the starting XI immediately Saturday. This is good news for the club, as he should remain in a starting role, starting in 11 of his 15 appearances this campaign.

MAY 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Pineda is questionable for Saturday's match against Orlando due to a lower-body injury.

Impact Pineda is going to be a late call for Saturday's contest after he was forced off last contest with an injury, set to be tested with a lower-body issue. This will be something to monitor as he is absence would result in the loss of a starter. Rominigue Kouame is a likely replacement if left out.

MAY 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Forced off Pineda had one tackle (one won) and two clearances in Sunday's 3-1 defeat to New York City FC. He was injured and subbed out in the 41st minute.

Impact Pineda was forced off in the 41st minute with an injury. He's appeared in the lineup the last seven matches in a row, collecting 14 tackles with nine clearances in that span.

MAY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Make appearance Pineda (lower body) came off the bench in the 68th minute during Saturday's 4-2 defeat to Columbus Crew.

Impact Pineda was fit to start on the bench, getting 22 minutes of play during the loss Saturday. He is likely set for another rotational role in the midfield, picking up 11 starts in 21 MLS appearances in 2024, scoring once as he enters his fifth season in the league.

FEBRUARY 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Columbus Pineda is a doubt for Saturday's clash with Atlanta due to a lower body injury, according to the MLS injury report.

Impact Pineda is listed as doubtful due to lower body issues sustained during the week. His potential absence is not expected to impact the starting lineup, as he is projected to be the third central defender this season.

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Role changes Pineda recorded 11 starts in 21 appearances during the 2024 season with Chicago.

Impact Pineda's role on Chicago has diminished over the years, only getting 11 starts in 2024, which was the least amount since joining the side back in 2020. He's collected 21 appearances, scoring once with 16 tackles and 32 clearances. The homegrown player does have two years left remaining on his current contract, as he looks to return to his previous role for the side.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Unused Wednesday Pineda was an unused sub during Wednesday's 1-0 loss to Nashville.

Impact Pineda was an option for Chicago for the first time since Aug 24 following his leg injury. He will return as a depth option for the back line, with his last MLS start coming back in June, resulting in 10 starts in 20 league appearances.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Aiming for Wednesday return Pineda (leg) is off the injury report for Wednesday's trip to Nashville.

Impact Pineda was able to return to full team training the last few days and will look to be an option for Wednesday. He had missed the last three matches, therefore the midfielder could start off the bench if ruled fit, with his last MLS start coming back in June.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Participates in full training Pineda (leg) participated in full training and should be available for Saturday's game against the Red Bulls, Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports reports.

Impact Pineda has been rehabbing from an injury and has a strong chance of playing once the league resumes over the weekend. However, Pineda is likely to come off the bench, as he's started in just 10 of his 20 appearances.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Saturday Pineda (leg) is questionable for Saturday's match against Miami.

Impact Pineda has been added to the injury report, having dealt with a leg issue this week. Luckily for the club, he isn't a regular starter, so it won't be a major loss if left off the team sheet. That said, even if he is fit, he will only earn a spot on the bench.

AUGUST 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Nets first of the season Pineda scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-1 victory versus Toronto FC.

Impact Pineda netted his first goal of the season as he fired a shot from outside the box, assisted by Brian Gutierrez in the 60th minute of play. He also delivered a solid effort on the defensive side with one tackle won, six clearances and a blocked shot. This marked the fourth consecutive starting appearance and ninth in 15 outings on the season for Pineda.

JUNE 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Plays final match of season Pineda was able to return for Oct 21 loss against New York City F.C after missing the last four matches with a lower leg injury.

Impact Pineda will end the season making 16 starts in 24 appearances, recording a goal with 37 tackles (18 won), 27 interceptions and 53 clearances. He is set to return for his fifth season with Chicago after signing a new contract extension back in May.

NOVEMBER 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out again Pineda (lower leg) will not be an option for Wednesday's match against Inter Miami, confirmed Joe Chatz per the Chicago Fire availability report.

Impact Pineda is set to miss his third match in a row with a lower leg injury. With only three matches left in the regular season, it is unclear if the midfielder will return before the end of the campaign if he continues to deal with his injury.

OCTOBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out to face NYRB Pineda (lower leg) has been ruled out to face the Red Bulls on Saturday.

Impact Pineda missed last week's match against New England after suffering an injury against Columbus on Sep. 20, and with the team all but out of playoff contention, he might not get risked until the end of the campaign. Though unlikely, his next chance to play will come against Inter Miami on Oct. 4.

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers leg injury Pineda left Wednesday's game against Columbus with an apparent right leg injury, Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports reports.

Impact Pineda went down grabbing his right leg, so this might be a complex issue for the defender. Wyatt Omsberg entered as a replacement and could compete for a starting role for the weekend against New England if Pineda can't recover in time.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

First goal of season Pineda scored one goal to go with two shots (two on target) and eight clearances in Monday's 3-1 defeat against Orlando City SC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 77th...

Impact Pineda got his first goal of the season to give the team the lone goal on Sunday. He also totaled eight clearances, which ups his average per match to 2.5 with 34 in the last seven games.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Five clearances in win Pineda generated three tackles (one won), five clearances and four interceptions in Wednesday's 3-0 win versus CF Montreal. In addition, he was given his fifth yellow card in the 7...

Impact Pineda had a good match as he kept a clean sheet for the third time in his last four matches. He finished the match with one tackle, four interceptions, five clearances and one blocked shot in his full 90 minutes of playing time.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

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