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Swiderski stoppage-time goal for Charlotte eliminates Fire

Karol Swiderski scored his second goal in the sixth minute of second-half stoppage time and Charlotte rallied for a 3-2 victory over Chicago that ensured the Fire will miss Major L...

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Opens scoring in loss Pineda scored one goal on one shot on target in Saturday's 3-2 loss to Charlotte FC.

Impact Pineda opened the scoring in second minute of this contest, ripping a low strike into the bottom right corner. The keeper didn't react until the ball had hit the back of the net. Pineda has played a nice utility role for Chicago this season, often playing out-of-position to accommodate Fire's myriad injury issues, and he demonstrated his scoring ability Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Pineda (illness) is back in the starting XI for Tuesday's clash with Montreal.

Impact Pineda was a surprise addition to the injury report with an illness, but is back in the starting XI. This is a good turn for Chicago who would be majorly struggling with injury if Pineda were ruled out once more.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Fire take shutout streak into matchup against Inter Miami

The Chicago Fire head into a matchup against Inter Miami after securing two straight shutout wins

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Columbus Crew play the Chicago Fire after shutout win

A game after shutting out Inter Miami 1-0, the Columbus Crew face the Chicago Fire

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chicago Fire aim to end losing streak in matchup with the New England Revolution

The Chicago Fire look to end a three-game losing streak with a win over the New England Revolution

AUGUST 30, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chicago's Mauricio Pineda, Colorado's Diego Rubio fined after Week 24 | MLSSoccer.com The MLS Disciplinary Committee has issued two fines after Week 24 of the 2022 MLS season.

AUGUST 12, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Should be available for weekend Pineda (undisclosed) is not listed in Chicago's injury report for Saturday's clash against Atlanta United.

Impact Pineda appeared to pick up a knock late in last weekend's victory against the Whitecaps, but he's not in the Fire's injury report and seems expected to be available for selection against Atlanta.

JULY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves late in win Pineda took a knock and was replaced by Fabian Herbers in the 85th minute of Saturday's 3-1 win over Vancouver.

Impact Pineda has started in two of the last three matches since returning from an illness but his status could now be in doubt for Saturday's match against Atlanta United. If that happens, there could be a change in the lineup if Gaston Gimenez (thigh) is also unavailable.

JULY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Solid performance in return Pineda (illness) had one off-target shot, created one chance and made two tackles (one won), five clearances and three interceptions during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Toronto.

Impact Pineda was back after clearing health and safety protocols and made a very positive impact in the middle of the park, displaying his usual tenacity, racking up some nice numbers and even being involved in the build-up of one of his side's goals. He's a surefire starter when able to play and it shouldn't be different for Saturday's home clash against Seattle.

JULY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Clears protocols Pineda is no appears on the injury list ahead of Saturday's match against Columbus, according to Patrick McCraney of CHGO Sports.

Impact Pineda was listed as out due to health and safety protocols but that shouldn't be a problem over the weekend. As he's missed four of the last five matches, Pineda needs to earn a place back in the lineup as he started in 11 of his 13 appearances this season.

JULY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Fire take on the Columbus Crew in Eastern Conference play

The Chicago Fire and the Columbus Crew meet in Eastern Conference play

JULY 8, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chicago Fire face the San Jose Earthquakes after shutout victory

A game after shutting out the Philadelphia Union 1-0, the Chicago Fire visit the San Jose Earthquakes

JULY 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Chicago Fire host the Philadelphia Union in conference play

The Chicago Fire host the Philadelphia Union in Eastern Conference action

JUNE 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out with illness Pineda will miss Saturday's clash against the Dynamo while in the health and safety protocols, according to Chicago's injury report.

Impact Wyatt's Omsberg's foot surgery has opened the door for another center back to take over as starter for the rest of the season, but Carlos Teran (knee) is questionable for Saturday and Pineda will be unavailable as well. Jonathan Bornstein or Andre Reynolds II could be next in line if Teran isn't able to start against Houston.

JUNE 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Removed from injury report Pineda (lower leg) was absent from the Chicago injury report ahead of Saturday's clash with D.C. United.

Impact Pineda came off at halftime against NYCFC with what was a more serious injury than originally thought. The defender was ruled out a week later against Toronto but has now been fully removed from the injury report. The hope for Chicago is that he is able to make a full return, Pineda's versatility in central defense and midfield has proved incredibly valuable to a defensively strong Chicago side. Pineda will hope to make an appearance off the bench to test his fitness, though the absence of Miguel Navarro (illness) could push him straight back into the starting XI.

JUNE 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Chicago Fire host D.C. United in Eastern Conference action

The Chicago Fire and D.C

JUNE 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Takes shot in loss Pineda took a shot and created a chance in last weekend's 2-0 defeat against Columbus. He also made four clearances, three interceptions and won two of three tackles in the match.

Impact Pineda kept eight clean sheets and scored a goal in 29 MLS appearances (28 starts) this season, primarily from central defense but occasionally in defensive midfield.

NOVEMBER 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet against New York Pineda made five clearances, seven interceptions and a block in Saturday's 1-0 victory against the Red Bulls. He also took a shot in the match.

Impact Pineda defended well and kept his fifth clean sheet of the season on Saturday. He will likely have a tougher time in the next fixture against Sporting KC, which have scored a Western Conference-high 37 goals in 22 MLS matches.

AUGUST 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Stajduhar, Michel help Orlando City beat Fire 1-0

Mason Stajduhar made a career-high five saves for his first MLS shutout, Benji Michel scored and Orlando City beat the Chicago Fire 1-0 on a rain-soaked Saturday night

AUGUST 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Capitalizes off set-piece in draw Pineda scored once, took one shot (one on target) and made one tackle (none won) during the 3-3 draw with Philadelphia on Saturday.

Impact Pineda dropped down into a 5-man backline for the draw Saturday. In turn this impacted his performance slightly. However, he did highlight a rather underwhelming performance with a great header off of a set-piece to put Chicago up once again. As long as Chicago plays a wide five in the back though, it will be hard for Pineda to show any true value.

JUNE 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Late own goal lifts Union to 3-3 draw with Fire

Kacper Przybylko’s shot led to an own goal by the Chicago Fire’s Boris Sekulić in the 79th minute and the Philadelphia Union held on for a 3-3 draw

JUNE 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

GOAL: Mauricio Pineda, Chicago Fire FC - 67th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

JUNE 27, 2021 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Mexico beats US 1-0 in men's Olympic soccer qualifying

Uriel Antuna scored following a sloppy giveaway by Sebastian Soto in the 45th minute, and Mexico beat the United States 1-0 at Guadalajara in qualifying for the men’s Olympic socce...

MARCH 25, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

US scores late, beats Dominican 4-0 in Olympic qualifying

Jackson Yueill redirected Sebastian Salcedo’s cross for the go-ahead goal in the 60th minute, second-half substitute Hassani Dotson added a pair of goals and the United States beat...

MARCH 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS