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Charlotte FC's Wilfried Zaha recalled to Ivory Coast squad for AFCON after two-year absence as Amad Diallo also makes cut - but former Arsenal player Nicolas Pepe misses out

Wilfried Zaha is returning to the Ivory Coast fold after a prolonged spell away, with the 33-year-old earning a surprise recall for the upco...

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • goal

Charlotte FC's Wilfried Zaha recalled to Ivory Coast squad for AFCON after two-year absence as Amad Diallo also makes cut - but former Arsenal player Nicolas Pepe misses out

Wilfried Zaha back with Ivory Coast to defend Africa Cup of Nations title ahead of 2026 World Cup

Wilfried Zaha has been recalled by Ivory Coast after a two-year absence to help defend its Africa Cup of Nations title

DECEMBER 9, 2025 • Associated Press

Loan extended Zaha's loan has been extended through 2026, Charlotte announced.

Impact Zaha met performance-based requirements that saw his loan extended through 2026. He scored 10 goals and added five assists in 33 starts on loan from Galatasaray. Zaha should be a huge part of the starting XI throughout 2026, and could make the move to Charlotte permanent if the club negotiates a transfer.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Thomas Muller, Wilfried Zaha's MLS Futures Revealed Ahead of 2026 Season The future is becoming clear for some of the biggest stars in MLS as Vancouver Whitecaps’ Thomas Müller and Charlotte FC’s Wilfried Zaha con...

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • SI.COM

Suspension served Zaha has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the second leg vs NYCFC on Saturday.

Impact Zaha's return will he pivotal for Charlotte, as he had scored one in the last three MLS appearances. Despite just 10 regular season goals, the winger will be coming off a hot streak, also assisting twice in the last five games.

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Alonso Martínez scores in the 34th minute and NYCFC beats Charlotte 1-0 to begin best-of-3 series

Alonso Martínez scored in the 34th minute to end a three-match scoreless run and New York City FC beat Charlotte 1-0 on Tuesday night to begin the best-of-three series

OCTOBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

MLS Cup Playoff Predictions: Can Messi Guide Inter Miami Out the First Round?

Argentina's Lionel Messi and South Korea's Son Heung-min are among the stars vying for the MLS Cup. Prediction the playoffs' first round.

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

MLS Cup Playoff Predictions: Can Messi Guide Inter Miami Out the First Round?

Charlotte FC's Wilfried Zaha fined by MLS Disciplinary Committee | MLSSoccer.com The MLS Disciplinary Committee has issued the following rulings after Decision Day/Matchday 39.

OCTOBER 21, 2025 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Deadspin | Charlotte FC's win vs. Philadelphia Union marred by Wilfried Zaha's red card Deadspin | Charlotte FC's win vs. Philadelphia Union marred by Wilfried Zaha's red card

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Charlotte FC's win vs. Philadelphia Union marred by Wilfried Zaha's red card Wilfried Zaha scored his 10th goal of the season but received a late card that carries playoff implications, marring Charlotte FC's 2-0 vict...

OCTOBER 19, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Scores, gets sent off in win Zaha scored a goal and received a red card during Saturday's 2-0 win over Philadelphia Union.

Impact Zaha opened the scoring via a nice finish with the outside of the foot in the 24th minute but was shown a second yellow card for an off-the-ball action in the final stages of the match. The star attacker will serve suspension in the opening game of the playoffs against New York City FC, after which he could return, but the loss will be a problem for his team in that clash. Both Kerwin Vargas and Liel Abada might be the top winger options on the squad while Zaha is banned.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal in win Zaha scored one goal on three shots (one on target) and added one tackle in Saturday's 1-0 win over D.C.

Impact Zaha appears to be rounding into form, his 33rd minute strike was his second goal in as many matches after going goal-less in his previous five. His three shot attempts were also his highest since July. Zaha will look to keep the good times rolling in Charlottes' last regular season match Saturday VS Philadelphia.

OCTOBER 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Breaks goal drought Zaha scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 4-1 defeat against CF Montreal.

Impact Zaha rounded the keeper in a one-on-one situation Saturday to open the scoring for Charlotte, though they were undone by a red card in a 4-1 defeat versus Montreal. The goal marked the forward's first after a five appearance (five start) stretch over which he was not able to find the back of the net. In his first MLS season, Zaha has scored eight goals and supplied five assists across 29 appearances (29 starts).

SEPTEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

New York City FC beats Charlotte FC 2-0 to clinch a playoff spot behind Alonso Martínez's 2 goals

Alonso Martínez scored two penalty-kick goals and goalkeeper Matt Freese made a penalty-kick save as New York City beat Charlotte FC 2-0 on Saturday to clinch a playoff spot

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Chips in defensively Zaha created a chance, made two interceptions and three tackles (winning all three) during Sunday's 1-0 win over New York Red Bulls.

Impact Zaha was held off the scoresheet, but contributed defensively by leading Charlotte in tackles and interceptions during Sunday's win. The attacker has one goal to go along with four shots, a cross and a chance created over his last three appearances.

AUGUST 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Fires two shots Zaha took two off target shots during Saturday's 1-0 win over RSL.

Impact Zaha was held off the scoresheet while finishing with the second most shots on the team. The attacker has combined for four goal involvements, seven shots and five chances created over his last four appearances.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets in win Zaha scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 win over FC Cincinnati.

Impact Zaha scored the only goal during Sunday's win, making the most of his pair of shots during a cagey match. The striker has plenty of quality to overwhelm MLS defenses, though his seven goals and five assists aren't as earth-shattering as some hoped. Zaha remains a top attacking threat with four goal contributions in his last three matches.

AUGUST 11, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Decisive in counter attack Zaha assisted once to go with zero corners and three chances created in Saturday's 2-0 victory against Toronto FC.

Impact Zaha consistently drew defenders and created space in behind on Saturday, completing two duels and creating three chances. Although he was unable to register a shot this time, his presence helped Charlotte control wide space and stretch Toronto's defense, and he was rewarded with an assist on a nice through ball to Kerwin Vargas during a counter attack in the 65th minute that led to the second goal. Zaha now has five assists and six goals in 22 appearances during his first MLS campaign.

JULY 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Goal contribution double Zaha scored one goal and assisted once from three shots and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 win versus Atlanta United.

Impact Zaha was all over the field Saturday and heavily influenced his club's win, bagging a goal first in the 59th minute before also notching an assist in the 77th minute. This gives him firs first two goal contributions since returning from an injury three games ago. He now has 10 goal contributions on the season with six goals and four assists.

JULY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

ATP Finals will remain in Turin through 2026 but political issues threaten future editions

The Italian Tennis and Padel Federation has announced that the ATP Finals will remain in Turin at least through 2026

JULY 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Pep Biel scores 2 goals, Charlotte beats DC United 2-1

Pep Biel scored two goals, his first career multi-goal game in MLS, to help Charlotte FC beat D

JULY 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Makes two tackles Zaha recorded two tackles (one won) and four clearances in Saturday's 2-0 victory against New York City FC.

Impact Zaha returned to the lineup Saturday after serving a suspension. He's scored just one goal since May 17, struggling to find the target with 19 shots on target through 19 appearances, resulting in five goals.

JULY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Makes two tackles Zaha recorded two tackles (one won) and four clearances in Saturday's 2-0 victory against New York City FC.

JULY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returning Saturday Zaha has served his one match suspension and will be an option for the match vs NYCFC on Saturday.

Impact Zaha has been heating up of late, recording a goal and three assists in the last six MLS appearances. He only has five goals with three assists in 18 appearances during his first campaign in the league.

JULY 6, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assists, set for suspension Zaha assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (one accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Chicago Fire. In addition, he was given a yellow c...

Impact Zaha recorded a third assist of the season, adding on to his five goals in 18 appearances. However, he will serve a one match suspension after picking up five yellow cards in the last eight appearances. Kerwin Vargas will likely get the shot to start in the attacking midfield against Orlando on Saturday in his absence.

JUNE 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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