JOHAN KAPPELHOF NEWS

Scores at Atlanta Kappelhof scored one goal from his only shot, created one chance, made one tackle (won), two interceptions, one clearance and one block in Wednesday's 2-1 loss at Atlanta.

Impact Kappelhof scored in the 37th minute to cut Atlanta's lead to 2-1, but they couldn't find an the equalizer in the second half and ended up with the road loss. That was his first goal in the season in four starts so far. After three starts in a row, the centerback now looks fully recovered from the calf injury that sidelined him earlier in the season.

JULY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with calf injury Kappelhof is expected to miss 3-4 weeks with a calf strain he suffered before last weekend's defeat against Sporting KC.

Impact Kappelhof was a late scratch last weekend after suffering a calf injury, and he is now set to miss about a month while he recovers. With Justen Glad (hamstring) and Erik Holt (foot) also out for at least a few weeks, Jasper Loffelsend is likely next in line to play alongside Marcelo Silva in central defense.

MARCH 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Salt Lake Kappelhof has signed a one-year contract with Real Salt Lake with the option to extend for an additional year, the club announced Friday.

Impact Kappelhof made 158 appearances in all competitions during his six-year stint in Chicago, but the 31-year-old has moved to Salt Lake City as a free agent. He made 16 starts in MLS last season and should still have plenty left in the tank, but he will likely be a backup option to Marcelo Silva and Justen Glad at center back.

FEBRUARY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Real Salt Lake sign free-agent defender Johan Kappelhof ' MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Real Salt Lake have signed free-agent defender Johan Kappelhof for the 2022 MLS season with an option for 2...

FEBRUARY 18, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Released from Chicago The Fire have declined to extend Kappelhof's contract through 2022 and he will become a free agent on Jan. 1.

Impact Kappelhof recorded five assists in 158 games in all competitions during a six-year stint with Chicago. He was still a consistent feature for his side in 2021, and the 31-year-old could be a value add for a team in need of a center back.

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes six clearances in draw Kappelhof made six clearances and three interceptions in Sunday's 0-0 draw against Nashville SC. He also won took a shot and won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Kappelhof defended well Sunday as his side kept a surprise clean sheet against a top Eastern Conference team in Nashville. He will have to do it again Wednesday versus NYCFC, which have scored 44 goals in 26 matches this season.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Fire host Toronto FC in Eastern Conference action

The Chicago Fire host Toronto FC in conference action

JULY 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sent off early Saturday Kappelhof was sent off with a straight red card in the 14th minute of Saturday's 5-1 loss against Nashville.

Impact It was another poor result for Chicago on Saturday and Kappelhof's red card was the main reason for it. He was receiving his fifth-straight start on the back line and his suspension likely means a return to the XI for Jonathan Bornstein for at least one match.

JULY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Mukhtar scores fastest hat trick in MLS history

Hany Mukhtar scored three goals within a six-minute span and Nashville beat the 10-man Chicago Fire 5-1

JULY 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Barco, Hyndman goals lead Atlanta United past Chicago 3-1

Ezequiel Barco scored Atlanta’s first goal of the MLS season and an own goal by the Chicago Fire propelled United to a 3-1 victory in its home opener, giving new coach Gabriel Hein...

APRIL 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Nashville SC brings strong defensive play into matchup with Chicago

Nashville SC plays Chicago on a defensive hot streak after conceding just seven goals over the last 10 games

OCTOBER 30, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Philadelphia takes on Chicago on defensive hot streak

Philadelphia hosts Chicago on a defensive hot streak after giving up only eight goals over the past 10 games

OCTOBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chicago hosts New York in conference matchup

The Chicago Fire play the New York Red Bulls in conference action

OCTOBER 23, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chicago plays Sporting Kansas City, seeks 4th straight home win

Chicago enters a matchup against Sporting Kansas City as winners of three games in a row at home

OCTOBER 16, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sporting Kansas City 1, Chicago 0

OCTOBER 8, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chicago 2, Montreal 2

OCTOBER 4, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chicago takes 2-game shutout win streak into matchup against Montreal

Chicago heads into a matchup against Montreal after recording two straight shutout wins

OCTOBER 2, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Atlanta United FC faces Chicago after shutout win

A game after shutting out FC Dallas 1-0, Atlanta United FC faces Chicago

SEPTEMBER 26, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chicago hosts Houston in non-conference action

The Chicago Fire host the Houston Dynamo in non-conference play

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chicago visits Orlando City SC in conference action

Orlando City SC hosts the Chicago Fire in conference play

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Columbus brings defensive hot streak into road matchup against Chicago

Columbus faces Chicago on a defensive hot streak after allowing only eight goals over the past 10 games

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chicago Fire visit FC Cincinnati in Eastern Conference action

FC Cincinnati takes on the Chicago Fire in Eastern Conference play

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chicago plays New York City FC after shutout victory

A game after shutting out FC Cincinnati 3-0, Chicago faces New York City FC

AUGUST 28, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chicago looks to stop 3-game slide with win against FC Cincinnati

Chicago looks to stop a three-game slide with a win over FC Cincinnati

AUGUST 24, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Columbus Crew host the Chicago Fire in Eastern Conference play

The Columbus Crew host the Chicago Fire in Eastern Conference play

AUGUST 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS