Impact Czichos came off after just 23 minutes due to an apparent injury. He was replaced by Maren Haile-Selassie, who is an attacking option, shifting Federico Navarro into a more defensive role to replace Czichos.
MAY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
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Comes off early Czichos was forced off during the first half of Saturday's clash with Nashville due to an apparent injury.
Makes three interceptions Czichos made three interceptions, won a tackle and made three clearances during Saturday's 1-1 draw with New York Red Bulls.
Impact Czichos was a part of the Fire back line that conceded a late game tying goal on Saturday. The center back leads Chicago with five blocked shots and 15 tackles won in his nine appearances.
APRIL 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Solid defensively in win Czichos connected a match-high 65 passes, won three duels, and made two clearances in Saturday's 2-1 win over Minnesota United.
Impact Czichos has been a mainstay at center back for the Fire, logging a full 90 minutes in all six matches so far. Chicago are unbeaten over their last four contests, so we can expect Czichos to continue to anchor the defense at home against Philadelphia on Saturday.
APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Scores from spot Saturday Czichos scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Saturday's 3-3 draw versus FC Cincinnati.
Impact Czichos converted a penalty kick during the 45th minute to briefly give his squad a one goal advantage. Chris Mueller drew the penalty, which was conceded by Yerson Mosquera. Of note, Xherdan Shaqiri is Fire's usual penalty-taker, but he was sidelined with a knock Saturday.
MARCH 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Santos, Moreno rally Cincinnati to 3-3 draw with Chicago
Sergio Santos and Junior Moreno scored goals three minutes apart late in the second half to rally FC Cincinnati to a 3-3 draw with the Chicago FireMARCH 19, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Takes shot in opening day draw Czichos took a shot and won two of two tackles in Saturday's 1-1 draw against NYCFC. He also made a block and an interception in the match.
Impact Czichos returned to the starting lineup alongside Carlos Teran to open up the 2023 campaign, though Wyatt Omsberg should take over as his partner in the position once he's fully fit from a foot injury.
MARCH 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Suspended for season finale Czichos will miss next weekend's clash against the Revolution with a suspension for yellow card accumulation.
Impact Czichos picked up a booking in Saturday's victory against FC Cincinnati that will rule him out for the Decision Day match against New England. The 32-year-old ends his rookie campaign in MLS with three goals and 10 clean sheets in 26 appearances (all starts) for the Fire in central defense after moving from FC Koln in January. Jonathan Bornstein is likely to replace him in the XI next weekend.
OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Tough match vs NYCFC Czichos had one shot (zero on target) in Sunday's 2-0 loss versus New York City FC.
Impact Czichos wasn't at his best Sunday. He was dispossessed at the top of the penalty area by Gabriel Pereira just after half time, which led directly to an NYCFC goal. Nonetheless, he remains locked in as one of Chicago's best leaders in central defense and will look to bounce back at home Saturday.
AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Chicago Fire defender Rafael Czichos pays $785,000 for 4-bedroom home in Indian Head Park Chicago Fire defender Rafael Czichos paid $785,000 in April for a four-bedroom house in Indian Head Park.
AUGUST 19, 2022 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM
Starting against Philadelphia Czichos is back in the starting XI for Saturday's clash with Philadelphia.
Impact Czicho is back in the starting XI after missing a clash with Charlotte last time out. The defender is a key part of the defense when healthy and the top choice in central defense for Chicago.
AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Back in training Czichos (undisclosed) returned to full training with Chicago ahead of Saturday's clash against the Union, Patrick McCraney of CHGO Sports reported Wednesday.
Impact Czichos was not involved in last weekend's victory against Charlotte FC, but he's back with the squad now and will be expected to return to the starting lineup if fit.
AUGUST 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores again in win Czichos scored one goal on two shots (both on target) during Saturday's 3-1 win over Vancouver.
Impact Czichos has scored three times in the last four matches, a run that's helped his team get back on track with wins in three straight games. Look for Czichos to remain a key piece against Atlanta, which have conceded 33 goals in their first 21 matches,
JULY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Claims all three points Czichos scored a goal with his lone shot while making two interceptions, a tackle and five clearances during Saturday's 1-0 win over Seattle.
Impact Czichos found the back of the net in the 23rd minute scoring the lone goal of the match. The goal was the second of the season for the defender while his five clearances led the Fire in the win.
JULY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Rafael Czichos' goal gives the Chicago Fire a 1-0 win over the Seattle Sounders for their 2nd straight victory Defender Rafael Czichos scored in the 23rd minute and Gaga Slonina made it stand as the Chicago Fire blanked the Seattle Sounders 1-0.
JULY 17, 2022 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM
Czichos, Slonina lead Fire to 1-0 victory over Sounders
Defender Rafael Czichos scored in the 23rd minute and Gaga Slonina made it stand as the Chicago Fire blanked the Seattle Sounders 1-0JULY 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Scores goal against Columbus Czichos scored a goal and made an interception in Saturday's 3-2 defeat against the Crew. He also made four clearances in the match.
Impact Czichos headed in the opening goal on Saturday, which was also his first goal in MLS. But his team collapsed in the second half, blowing a 2-0 lead and losing the game in the 83rd minute. He will want to do better defensively Wednesday against Toronto FC, which have scored 26 times in 19 matches this season.
JULY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Excellent defensively Czichos logged five clearances, three interceptions and two tackles won during a 1-0 win Wednesday versus Philadelphia.
Impact Czichos helped the Fire maintain a clean sheet across both of their two league games played during June. Teammate and fellow center-back Wyatt Omsberg (foot) will be out more than three months. So currently, Czichos is the Fire's best defender available.
JUNE 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Six clearances in win Czichos recorded two interceptions and six clearances during Saturday's 1-0 win over D.C. United.
Impact Czichos has proved he is a top defender for Chicago after preventing multiple offensive attacks by the D.C. United squad. With a solid win for his squad, Czichos will likely become a key contributor to the Chicago defense for the remainder of the 2022 season.
JUNE 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Bad during return Czichos (lower leg) played 90 minutes during a loss Saturday at Toronto.
Impact The central defender Czichos failed to help prevent a below-average Toronto Football Club from scoring three goals Saturday and will try redeeming himself during June.
MAY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Out against New York Czichos (lower leg) was not in Chicago's match day squad for Wednesday's draw against the Red Bulls.
Impact Czichos missed Wednesday's game with a lower leg injury, and he will be questionable for Sunday's game against NYCFC as well. Carlos Teran could continue in his place in central defense if necessary.
MAY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Scores own goal in loss Czichos took a shot, created a chance, made two clearances and two interceptions in Saturday's match against FC Cincinnati. Unfortunately for him, he also scored an own goal in the...
Impact Czichos opened the scoring for the wrong team Saturday as he mistimed a headed clearance that looped over goalkeeper Gabriel Slonina's head and into the back of the net. He will try to bounce back from this game Wednesday against the Red Bulls, which have scored 17 times in 11 MLS matches this season.
MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Shown two yellow cards Czichos was sent off in the second half of Saturday's match with New York Red Bulls.
Impact Czichos was shown his second yellow card in the 83rd minute, forcing Chicago to finish the match with nine men. The defender will miss the Fire's next match at Atlanta through suspension.
MAY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Five clearances during return Czichos (illness) logged five clearances across 90 minutes during a 0-0 draw Saturday against the Los Angeles Galaxy.
Impact Czichos logged the Fire's best clearance tally. Because of COVID-19, he sat out their previous two league games before clearing MLS illness protocols and returning Saturday. Fantasy managers should expect a healthy Czichos to regularly start again.
APRIL 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Returns against Galaxy Czichos (illness) is starting Saturday against the Galaxy.
Impact Czichos was out due to COVID-19 but is finally back, and this is a huge boost for a defensive unit that quickly found a leader in Czichos. He should partner with Wyatt Omsberg at center-back.
APRIL 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Enters COVID protocol Czichos has entered health and safety protocols, Chicago announced before Saturday's clash with Dallas.
Impact Czichos has entered health and safety protocols and is set to miss Saturday's clash. It's unclear exactly what has happened, but it's likely Czichos tested positive for COVID-19 during pre-match tests. He will hope to return Saturday, away to Orlando.
APRIL 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
