MAXIME CHANOT NEWS

Leave for international duty Chanot has been called up by Luxembourg for their upcoming Nations League matches and will not be an option for Sunday's match against Vancouver.

Impact Chanot has taken over the starting center back position for LAFC with five straight starts in a row in league play. This gives him 14 starts in 22 appearances since returning to MLS earlier in the season, totaling two assists while averaging about 3.1 clearances per game, with 19 blocks and five clean sheets. LAFC will likely play with just two center backs Sunday, with Sergi Palencia and Aaron Long the expected paring against Vancouver.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Makes nine clearances in win Chanot generated one shot (zero on goal) and nine clearances in Wednesday's 1-0 win versus St. Louis City SC. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 12th minute.

Impact Chanot played a key role in stopping the opponents' attacks Wednesday. Additionally, the nine clearances set a season-high mark for him after 21 appearances (13 starts). He has featured in a three-man defense in recent games, though that hasn't changed his duties as the outfield player closest to his goal.

OCTOBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Wins two tackles Chanot recorded two tackles (two won) and one shot (zero on goal) in Saturday's 4-2 loss against Los Angeles Galaxy.

Impact Chanot was able to get 19 minutes off the pitch after missing last match while on international duty. Since returning to MLS, the defender has started just three times in the last seven leagues games, totaling two shots (zero on target), 14 clearances and five blocks in that span.

SEPTEMBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Will link with Luxembourg Chanot has been called up to the Luxembourg national team for its upcoming Nations League matches and will not make the trip to Houston on Saturday.

Impact Chanot made his return to MLS following his long tendered with NYCFC. He's started 10 of the 17 league games, generating two assists with 17 interceptions and 49 clearances with 10 blocks and four clean sheets.

SEPTEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with leg injury Chanot (leg) is questionable for Wednesday's match against Austin due to injury.

Impact Chanot will be a late call for Wednesday's match, likely needing a late fitness test after picking up a leg issue. He has been in and out of the starting XI this campaign, so the club will look for his availability, either in the starting XI or off the bench, with the bench being more likely if he is fit.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively in win Chanot had one shot on goal, created one chance, made three tackles (two won), seven clearances, one interception and one block, helped his side to keep a clean sheet and was shown...

Impact Chanot returned to the lineup and had another dominant performance at the heart of the defense, leading all players in clearances and being one of the biggest reasons why his team shut the opposition down for the fifth consecutive game. The center-back has been in and out of the starting XI but usually dominates when he gets the nod, with at least seven clearances in four of his last five starts.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

Busy defensively Chanot generated two tackles (zero won) and eight clearances in Saturday's 3-0 victory against Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Chanot was busy throughout Saturday's win, piling on defensive contributions and earning the clean sheet. The defender has been an excellent center-back since returning to MLS. Chanot will continue to see plenty of starting chances in the coming weeks, especially with injuries elsewhere in the defense.

MAY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Assists late winner Chanot assisted once to go with two shots (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 3-2 win over Portland Timbers. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 75th min...

Impact Chanot created Denis Bouanga's winner in the 92nd minute with his second assist in a row, and second in the campaign. The centerback logged his second start in three overall appearances since transferring from France in March. He also logged a season-high seven clearances to help them win at home and received his first yellow card in the proccess.

MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in first start Chanot assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw against New York Red Bulls.

Impact Chanot got his first start since signing with the team, recording an assist during Saturday's draw. With Aaron Long injured, the defender could see more time in the starting XI during his first season back in MLS since departing from NYCFC last year.

APRIL 22 • ROTOWIRE

LAFC Signs Defender Maxime Chanot | Los Angeles Football Club Luxembourg International, Veteran MLS Defender and 2021 MLS Cup Champion Returns to League from AC Ajaccio

MARCH 27 • LAFC.COM

LAFC sign center back Maxime Chanot | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing LAFC have acquired center back Maxime Chanot from French second-division side AC Ajaccio and signed him thr...

MARCH 27 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Signs with LAFC Chanot completed a permanent transfer to LAFC from Ajaccio, the club announced Wednesday.

Impact Chanot had fallen out of favor after a public spat with the Ajaccio manager and now returns to MLS, this time with LAFC. During his seven seasons with NYC FC, Chanot was a major piece of the starting XI frequently and he could be play a big role with LAFC in 2024.

MARCH 27 • ROTOWIRE

NYCFC D Maxime Chanot heads to AC Ajaccio Veteran New York City FC defender Maxime Chanot will join the French Ligue 2 side AC Ajaccio, the MLS club announced Tuesday.

AUGUST 29, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

Maxime Chanot departs NYCFC for France's AJ Ajaccio | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Transfer New York City FC center back Maxime Chanot has departed the club in order to join Ligue 2 side AJ Ajaccio,...

AUGUST 29, 2023 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Has career best match Chanot had 17 clearances, three tackles (three won), and one interception in Sunday's 1-1 draw versus Portland Timbers.

Impact Chanot had by far one of his best performances of his career, totaling 17 clearances in his first match back from international duty. He has been the team's best defensive player who now brings his average clearances per match to 4.9.

JUNE 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns with club side Chanot (international duty) is in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Portland.

Impact Chanot is back in the starting XI after returning from international duty. The defender is straight back in the starting XI, sending Tony Alfaro back to the bench. Chanot has been a consistent starter when fully available.

JUNE 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up to national team Chanot will link up with the Luxembourg National Team for upcoming European Championship qualifiers on June 17 and 20, ruling him out of next weekend's MLS clash against the Crew a...

Impact Chanot already missed Saturday's draw with RSL after getting sent off in the previous match, and he'll now be unavailable for New York City's next two games as well while competing with his national team. With Thiago Martins (knee) also out, James Sands, Justin Haak and Tony Alfaro could continue as the starting back-three against Columbus and Atlanta.

JUNE 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Set for suspension Chanot recorded three tackles (three won) and three clearances in Saturday's 0-0 draw versus New England Revolution. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 81st minute.

Impact Chanot is handed his fifth yellow card of the season and is set for a one-match suspension. He's been struggling to help keep clean sheets for the team with two in 14 games. However, the defender has been averaging about four clearances a contest after logging in 16 in the last five matches. With Thiago Martins (knee) this could cause some changes in the back with Tony Alfaro likely to start at center back, alongside James Sands and Justin Haak.

JUNE 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scores goal against Nashville Chanot scored a goal and made 10 clearances in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Nashville SC. He also made four interceptions in the match.

Impact Chanot slotted home the eventual winner Saturday with a volley from a Richard Ledezma corner kick, his first MLS goal since last August. He was also solid defensively to prevent his opponents and reigning MVP Hany Mukhtar from getting back into the game.

APRIL 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

NYCFC starts fast, holds off Nashville 2-1

Keaton Parks and Maxime Chanot scored first-half goals to lead New York City FC to a 2-1 victory over Nashville SC

APRIL 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Three clearances in return Chanot recorded two tackles (two won), three clearances and one interception in Saturday's 1-1 draw versus New England Revolution.

Impact Chanot was back in the lineup after missing the last match while on international break. He has been the anchor in the back for New York, averaging 4.4 clearances a game. With Alexander Callens leaving the club in the offseason, the defender will have a ton more responsibilities to pick up as the number one center back for the club.

APRIL 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back with domestic club Chanot is back with NYC FC on Thursday, the club announced.

Impact Chanot is back with NYC FC in training Thursday as he returns from international duty. The defender has two training sessions to return to fitness before a Saturday trip to New England. Chanot has been a nearly guaranteed starter in central defense when fully fit.

MARCH 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Called up for EURO qualifers Chanot was called up to the Luxembourg national team for EURO qualifiers.

Impact Chanot will link up with the team for matches on March 24 and 27, putting him out of contention for Saturday's trip to Houston. Chanot's first chance to return is an April 1 trip to the Revolution, though his fitness makes him a doubt for that. Chanot has played every minute of the opening four matches, and will be tough to replace in central defense.

MARCH 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Keeps clean sheet in win Chanot made five clearances and an interception in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Inter Miami.

Impact Chanot kept his first clean sheet of the 2023 campaign on Saturday, as he's started each of the first three matches alongside Thiago Martins in central defense.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ends season as starter Chanot tallied a goal, an assist and five clean sheets in 24 MLS appearances (18 starts) for NYCFC this season.

Impact Chanot began the campaign as the backup option to Alexander Callens and Thiago Martins in central defense, but the 33-year-old started 12 of New York City's final 15 matches thanks in part to injuries elsewhere along the back line.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE