Philip Zinckernagel - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

D.C. United hosts the Chicago Fire in Eastern Conference play

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Nine crosses Saturday Zinckernagel generated three shots (one on goal), nine crosses (three accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 3-1 defeat against New York Red Bulls.

Impact Zinckernagel had another highly productive outing Saturday, although this one ended without a goal contribution. He recorded nine crosses in his third consecutive match and also created four chances for just the second time this season. Over his last six outings he has four goals, three assists, 28 shots (10 on target), 17 chances created and 39 crosses (10 accurate). With Hugo Cuypers also on an eight-match scoring streak, there's a lot of attacking prowess in Chicago at the moment.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Trio leads Red Bulls to 3-1 victory over Chicago as Fire's Cuypers ups goal-scoring streak to 9

Rookie Jorge Ruvalcaba, Cade Cowell and Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting scored goals to lead the New York Red Bulls to a 3-1 victory the Chicago Fire

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Cuypers and the Chicago Fire host the New York Red Bulls

Hugo Cuypers leads the Chicago Fire into a matchup with the New York Red Bulls after scoring two goals against Cincinnati

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Third straight assist Zinckernagel assisted once to go with nine shots (three on goal), nine crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 3-2 defeat to FC Cincinnati.

Impact Zinckernagel continued his strong creative run with a season high seven chances created, adding his third consecutive assist and sixth goal contribution across those games. The winger also attempted nine shots on the night, bringing his totals across his last five games to 25 shots along with 13 chances created and 30 crosses.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Denkey and Cincinnati visit the Chicago Fire

Kevin Denkey leads Cincinnati into a matchup with the Chicago Fire after a two-goal performance against the New York Red Bulls

MAY 1 • Associated Press

Three goal contributions Zinckernagel scored two goals and assisted once from five shots and two chances created in Saturday's 5-0 win over Sporting Kansas City.

Impact Zinckernagel netted a second-half brace and supplied an assist Saturday as Chicago Fire earned a resounding 5-0 home win over Sporting Kansas City. After being forced off early in Chicago's final March fixture versus Philadelphia, the forward has made four successive appearances (four starts). Across that span, Zinckernagel has scored three times and assisted twice.

APRIL 27 • ROTOWIRE

Zinckernagel and Cuypers each score 2 goals, Fire beats slumping Sporting KC 5-0

Philip Zinckernagel and Hugo Cuypers scored two goals apiece, Maren Haile-Selassie added a goal and an assist, and the Chicago Fire beat Sporting Kansas City 5-0 to extend their lo...

APRIL 26 • Associated Press

Scores, assists in draw Zinckernagel scored one goal and assisted once from five shots and three chances created in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus FC Cincinnati.

Impact Zinckernagel was excellent Saturday, scoring from the penalty spot in first-half stoppage time and setting up Hugo Cuypers with a long pass in the 26th minute. The winger boosted his season numbers to two goals and one assist, all of which have come in the last three MLS games. Additionally, he recorded a season-high count of three chances created while attempting multiple shots for the third consecutive match.

APRIL 19 • ROTOWIRE

Barlow, Evander score goals for Cincinnati in 3-3 tie with Fire

Tom Barlow and Evander Da Silva Ferreira — known simply as “Evander” — each scored a goal for FC Cincinnati in a 3-3 tie with the Chicago Fire

APRIL 19 • Associated Press

Haile-Selassie, Brady help Fire extend winning streak to 3 with 1-0 victory over Atlanta United

Maren Haile-Selassie scored early for Chicago and that was all Chris Brady needed to help the Fire earn a third straight victory, beating Atlanta United 1-0

APRIL 12 • Associated Press

Bags winner in first minute Zinckernagel took four shots (two on goal), sent in two crosses, took one corner kick, and scored the game winner in Saturday's 1-0 win over Nashville SC. He also drew three fouls...

Impact Zinckernagel picked a good time to open his 2026 scoring account, finding the net in the opening minute of the match to lift Chicago to a big victory at home. If leading scorer Hugo Cuypers remains sidelined, the Fire will continue to look to Zinckernagel to produce on the attacking end in a favorable home matchup with Atlanta United on Saturday.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Philip Zinckernagel, Chris Brady help Fire hand Nashville first loss with 1-0 victory

Philip Zinckernagel scored 17 seconds into the match and Chris Brady made it stand up as the Chicago Fire handed Nashville SC its first loss this season with a 1-0 victory

APRIL 5 • Associated Press

Starting against Nashville Zinckernagel (head) is in the starting XI for Saturday's match against Nashville.

Impact Zinckernagel won't miss any game with the problem that forced him to leave the pitch early during the previous clash with Philadelphia. He's a regular contributor of attacking stats and one of the squad's top two set-piece takers alongside Anton Saletros. Additionally, he could assume an even bigger offensive responsibility in the absence of striker Hugo Cuypers (head).

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

Off early Zinckernagel was forced off in the first half of Saturday's trip to Philadelphia.

Impact Zinckernagel made it just 30 minutes before being forced off in favor of Maren Haile-Selassie. It's been a slow start to his second season for Zinckernagel, who had an astounding 28 goal contributions last year. He will hope this isn't a big injury concern ahead of an Apr. 4 clash with Nashville.

MARCH 21 • ROTOWIRE

28 goal contributions for Chicago Zinckernagel made 33 starts in 34 MLS appearances (including the playoffs) during the 2025 season.

Impact Zinckernagel emerged as Chicago's standout player this season, seamlessly adapting his European experience to MLS. Across 34 matches, he tallied 15 goals and 13 assists, averaging nearly one goal contribution per game while creating 72 chances. Serving as the team's primary set-piece specialist, he handled 151 situations and delivered 191 crosses (46 accurate). With three years remaining on his contract, Zinckernagel aims to maintain his attacking consistency for Chicago in 2026.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts Saturday Zinckernagel (undisclosed) is in the starting lineup Saturday against Philadelphia Union.

Impact Zinckernagel has recovered the right-wing spot from Maren Haile-Selassie, giving his team a welcome boost for the second game of the series against the Union. The regular starter is now expected to play an important role in offense after tallying 15 goals and 13 assists over 33 league games this year. Additionally, he should be the squad's usual set-piece taker.

NOVEMBER 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Fire host the Philadelphia Union in Eastern Conference finals

The Chicago Fire host the Philadelphia Union in the Eastern Conference finals

OCTOBER 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Trains with group Zinckernagel (undisclosed) is training with the group ahead of Saturday's match against Philadelphia, according to Joe Chatz of On Tap Sports.

Impact Zinckernagel missed the playoff opener for Chicago but is now back in the fold after only one game missed, as he was back training with the group. This does clear him up for Saturday's match against Philadelphia, just needing to pass testing. He is a regular starter and should return to that role if deemed fit, bagging 15 goals and 13 assists in 33 appearances (32 starts) this season.

OCTOBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Last-minute absence Sunday Zinckernagel has been dropped out of the starting lineup to face Philadelphia Union on Sunday.

Impact Zinckernagel was replaced by Maren Haile-Selassie on the right wing for the team's opening playoffs clash. This is a massive blow for Chicago, who are now without one of their regular starters and main set-piece taker. It's still unclear whether he's dealing with a serious issue that would sideline him in subsequent games.

OCTOBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Philadelphia Union host the Chicago Fire in Eastern Conference semifinals

The Philadelphia Union host the Chicago Fire in the Eastern Conference semifinals

OCTOBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Records assist Zinckernagel assisted once to go with three shots (one on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and three corners in Wednesday's 3-1 victory over Orlando City SC.

Impact Zinckernagel would make it a third straight game with a goal contribution Wednesday, finding Hugo Cuypers in the 67th minute for the club's final goal of the match. This comes after a goal in his last outing and two assists in an appearance just two games ago. He now has 15 goals and 13 assists heading into the 2025 playoffs.

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cuypers scores 2 goals and the Fire advance out of the wild card round with 3-1 victory over Orlando

Hugo Cuypers scored two second-half goals, Brian Gutiérrez added another and the Chicago Fire advanced out of the wild card round with a 3-1 victory over Orlando City

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Orlando City visits the Chicago Fire in opening round of MLS Cup Playoffs

Orlando City visits the Chicago Fire in the first round of the MLS Cup Playoffs

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Nets on Saturday Zinckernagel scored one goal to go with four shots (two on goal), eight crosses (two accurate) and four corners in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus New England Revolution.

Impact Zinckernagel equalized in the 82nd minute assisted by Hugo Cuypers. Zinckernagel recorded the most crosses in the game, created two chances and also made a tackle. He recorded 15 goals and 12 assists in 32 games and ended up with the most goal contributions in his team.

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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