Joel Waterman - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Defensive standout in defeat Waterman registered six clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's 2-1 defeat versus Houston Dynamo. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 26th minute.

Impact Waterman led the Chicago defensive effort Saturday with six clearances and made two interceptions, though they were outlasted in a 2-1 defeat at Houston. After being traded from CF Montreal during the 2025 season, the central defender made nine appearances (nine starts) with Chicago. Waterman will need to continue to string together positive performances to hold his place in the Chicago starting XI when Jack Elliott (head injury) returns to fitness.

FEBRUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Jesús Bueno scores winner in PK shootout as Union hold off Fire in first-round opener of MLS Cup

Jesús Bueno scored the decisive goal in a penalty-kick shootout after Philadelphia blew a two-goal lead late and the top-seeded Union beat the Chicago Fire in a best-of-three first...

OCTOBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Philip Zinckernagel scores goal for Fire in 2-2 draw with Revolution

Philip Zinckernagel scored a goal for the Chicago Fire in a wild 2-2 tie with the New England Revolution in the regular season finale for both teams

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • Associated Press

Scores opener in win Waterman scored a goal off his lone shot, made one tackle, five clearances, one interception and two blocks and helped his side to keep a clean sheet during Saturday's 3-0 win over...

Impact Waterman had another solid performance at the heart of the defense but this time his biggest contribution came on the attacking end as he was at the right place to slot home a rebound from the goalkeeper to give his side the lead in the 26th minute. This was the first goal for center-back since the midseason deal that took him to Chicago, where he quickly settled as a defensive cornerstone.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Waterman, D'Avilla and Zinckernagel score goals, Fire beat Minnesota 3-0

Joel Waterman, Dje D’Avilla and Philip Zinckernagel each scored a goal, Chris Brady had four saves, and the Chicago Fire beat Minnesota United 3-0

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Starting Saturday Waterman (not injury related) is in the starting lineup for Saturday's matchup versus New York City FC.

Impact Waterman is back with his club after representing Canada in a pair of international friendlies. The defender will aim to improve on his current numbers of 66 clearances, 22 tackles, 22 interceptions and three clean sheets in 18 MLS games. His addition to the initial lineup will also push Sam Rogers to the bench.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Fire host New York City FC in Eastern Conference play

The Chicago Fire host New York City FC in Eastern Conference play

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Called up with Canada Waterman has been called up by Canada for international duty and will therefore miss Saturday's clash against New England, according to the league.

Impact Waterman has been a regular starter in the backline for Chicago and will have to be replaced in the starting XI on Saturday against New England due to his call-up for national team duty. Christopher Cupps will likely have a larger role in that match.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deadspin | Fire acquire D Joel Waterman from CF Montreal Deadspin | Fire acquire D Joel Waterman from CF Montreal

AUGUST 20, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Chicago Fire acquire defender Joel Waterman from CF Montréal | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Trade - CHI receive: Joel Waterman - MTL receive: Up to $600k GAM Chicago Fire FC have acquired center back Joel Wa...

AUGUST 20, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Dealt to Chicago Waterman has completed a transfer to Chicago from Montreal, according to his new club.

Impact Waterman is ending his time in Canada but will remain in MLS play, heading a bit south to join Chicago. The defender has spent the past five years with Montreal, where he accumulated 130 appearances (125 starts), a mainstay in the defense. That said, he shouldn't have any difficulty finding a role with his new club, as he is versatile and can play on the inside or outside of the defense.

AUGUST 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Clears ban Waterman has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the clash with D.C United on Saturday.

Impact Waterman had just recently returned from injury, starting the previous four MLS games. In that span, the defender collected an assist with 11 clearances, eight tackles and five interceptions in that span.

AUGUST 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

CF Montreal defender Joel Waterman fined by MLS NEW YORK - CF Montreal defender Joel Waterman has been fined by Major League Soccer for violating the league’s policy regarding simulation/e...

JULY 29, 2025 • THESTAR.COM

CF Montréal's Joel Waterman fined by MLS Disciplinary Committee | MLSSoccer.com The MLS Disciplinary Committee has issued the following ruling after Matchday 27 of the 2025 season.

JULY 29, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Handed suspension Waterman generated three clearances and three interceptions in Friday's 3-1 win against New England Revolution. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 73rd minute.

Impact Waterman is set for another suspension after seeing a yellow card vs New England on Friday. Since returning from national team duty, the defender start the last four games, recording an assist while generating 11 clearances and eight tackles (five won) in that span.

JULY 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Owusu, Sealy and Escobar score goals as Montreal beats Revolution, snaps 4-game winless skid

Prince Owusu, Dante Sealy and Olger Escobar each scored a goal to help CF Montreal beat the New England Revolution 3-1 to snap a four-game winless streak

JULY 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Logs assist in win Waterman delivered an assist and made three tackles (two won), six clearances, one interception and one block during Wednesday's 2-1 loss against Philadelphia.

Impact Waterman had a nice defensive performance despite being on the losing side and still had a huge contribution on the offensive end as he assisted Prince Owusu for his team's lone goal with a perfect cross from the left just before halftime. This was the first assist of the year for the center-back, who needs to have more consistent numbers to be considered a reliable fantasy asset.

JULY 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Tai Baribo, rookie Olwethu Makhanya lead Union to 2-1 victory over Montreal

Tai Baribo scored his 14th goal and rookie defender Olwethu Makhanya scored the first of his career early in the second half to lead the Philadelphia Union to a 2-1 victory over CF...

JULY 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Orlando City hosts CF Montreal in Eastern Conference action

Orlando City hosts CF Montreal in conference action

JULY 11, 2025 • Associated Press

Set for suspension Waterman is back from international duty with Canada and will serve a suspension after accumulating five yellow cards in the league.

Impact Waterman has returned to training in Montreal following his international duty in the Gold Cup with Canada, but he will miss the match against Miami on Saturday due to a suspension after picking up his fifth yellow card in the league. Dawid Bugaj is expected to replace him as the right-back for that game.

JULY 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Wolf leads New York City FC against CF Montreal

Hannes Wolf leads New York City FC into a matchup with CF Montreal after scoring two goals against Atlanta United

JUNE 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Will represent Canada Waterman has been called up by Canada for the Gold Cup, according to the league.

Impact Waterman has been an undisputed starter in the backline for Montreal and is set to miss up to three additional MLS games after his suspension due to international duty and depending on how well Canada performs in the Gold Cup. Waterman will for sure miss Saturday's clash against Houston due to suspension and could also be out for the matches against Cincinnati, NYCFC and Miami if Canada reaches the final. Until he returns, Dawid Bugaj will take on a larger role in the backline for Montreal.

JUNE 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Banned again Waterman recorded one interception in Saturday's 3-0 loss to New England Revolution. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 77th minute.

Impact Waterman is back on the disciplinary list after collecting his fifth yellow card in a row. He was an option off the bench for the first time this season, starting 13 of the 14 MLS games played while averaging about 3.9 clearances.

JUNE 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inter Miami faces CF Montreal in Eastern Conference action

Inter Miami hosts CF Montreal in a conference matchup

MAY 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Serves suspension Waterman has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the trip to Inter Miami on Wednesday.

Impact Waterman has continued to keep his starting spot at defense for Montreal, appearing in all 12 games played while collecting 52 clearances with 12 tackles and seven blocks.

MAY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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