XHERDAN SHAQIRI NEWS

Busy again vs Philadelphia Shaqiri had one assist, two shots (zero on target), nine crosses (two accurate) and five corners, as the Chicago Fire were defeated by the Philadelphia Union 4-1 on Saturday.

Impact Shaqiri delivered a well-placed assist to winger Chris Mueller to briefly get Chicago back into the game in the 49th minute. Following a quiet start to the year, the Swiss midfielder has become progressively more involved in the Chicago attack as the season has moved along. He now has four assists in his last four games. The Fire will need him to continue producing at a high level if they have any postseason aspirations.

AUGUST 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two assists in win Shaqiri had two assists, took three shots (1 on goal) and created four chances in Chicago's 3-2 win over Charlotte FC.

Impact Shaqiri had a productive game and was involved on all three of Chicago's goals Saturday. He made a number of excellent passes but failed to convert on either of his two crosses. In the 52nd minute, the Swiss midfielder made a nice deke to create space and delivered the game-winning assist to Kacper Przybylko. Shaqiri will not be at next week's MLS All Star Game, but a strong argument could be made for his attendance.

AUGUST 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Six chances created in draw Shaqiri created six chances and delivered 13 crosses during Saturday's draw against Atlanta.

Impact Shaqiri had a solid performance displaying his playmaking skills throughout the full 90 minutes. With his second highest chances created in his career at 51, Shaqiri is headed toward beating his career high during the remainder of the 2022 season. With 148 crosses and 51 chances created, Shaqiri is on pace to being one of the top playmakers of the MLS.

JULY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores, assists in win Shaqiri scored one goal from three shots (one on goal) and provided one assist from four chances created on four crosses (one accurate) during Saturday's 3-1 win over Vancouver.

Impact Shaqiri got back on track after a tough two months saw him fail to score in his previous five starts. Should he and his teammates find some momentum for the first time in a while, it could come against Atlanta, which have conceded 33 goals in their first 21 matches.

JULY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Xherdan Shaqiri golazo helps Chicago Fire back into "playoff hunt" | MLSSoccer.com Chicago Fire FC just keep climbing the Eastern Conference table, now sitting two points beneath the Audi MLS Cup Playoffs line following a 3...

JULY 24, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Chicago Fire win their 3rd straight, beating the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1 behind Xherdan Shaqiri's goal, assist Xherdan Shaqiri had a goal and an assist in the Chicago Fire’s 3-1 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday night.

JULY 24, 2022 • CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM

Shaqiri shines as Chicago Fire torch Vancouver Whitecaps for 3-1 win VANCOUVER - Xherdan Shaqiri had a goal and an assist Saturday, lifting the surging Chicago Fire to a 3-1 victory over the Vancouver Whitecap...

JULY 24, 2022 • THESTAR.COM

Shaqiri has goal and assist in Fire's 3-1 win over Whitecaps

Xherdan Shaqiri had a goal and an assist in the Chicago Fire’s 3-1 victory over the Vancouver Whitecaps on Saturday night

JULY 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Crosses six times Shaqiri took an off target shot and crossed six times inaccurately during Saturday's 1-0 win over Seattle.

Impact Shaqiri was held off the scoresheet as the Fire needed just one goal to win on Saturday. The attacker took just one shot and didn't create a chance but his six crosses led Chicago in the win.

JULY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet performance in win Shaqiri had one shot on goal and created one chance during Wednesday's 2-0 win over Toronto.

Impact Shaqiri was coming off a stretch with several strong displays but couldn't keep it up here, being largely ineffective during his 77 minutes on the pitch. He'll try to bounce back during Saturday's home clash against Seattle.

JULY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Promising end to June Shaqiri attempted nine crosses and two shots during a 1-0 win Wednesday versus Philadelphia.

Impact Despite sitting out most games the Fire played during June, Shaqiri remains their best goal contributor since March. He has three goals and two assists post-February. Shaqiri remains promising, mainly because all of the Fire's scheduled July games are against teams that currently do not have more wins than losses across 2022.

JUNE 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Philly Shaqiri (illness) is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's match against Philadelphia.

Impact Shaqiri was not expected to find his way into the lineup but did it anyway, and there's no question his return provides a huge boost for the Fire in the attacking third. The Swiss International will slot in his regular No. 10 role behind Kacper Przybylko.

JUNE 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Shaqiri missed Saturday's defeat against the Dynamo due to illness, Chicago announced before the game.

Impact Shaqiri looked set to return to the lineup after recovering from a knock on his thigh this week, but he ended up being a late scratch anyway with an illness. Brian Gutierrez continues in attacking midfield in his place.

JUNE 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available for weekend Shaqiri (thigh) is expected to be fit and ready to play in Saturday's clash against the Dynamo, Chicago manager Ezra Hendrickson said Thursday.

Impact Shaqiri missed last weekend's win over D.C. United with a thigh injury he suffered during the international break, but he has recovered and seems likely to return to the starting lineup against Houston.

JUNE 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Saturday Shaqiri (thigh) has been ruled out for Saturday's clash with D.C. United with a thigh injury.

Impact Shaqiri will miss Saturday's clash with D.C. United with the thigh injury that he picked up during a Nations League clash with Portugal. The attacking midfielder currently has three goals and two assists during 12 appearances, all starts, for Chicago in 2022. Brian Gutierrez is a likely replacement in attacking midfield. Shaqiri's next attempt to return will be the following Saturday, against Houston.

JUNE 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes off injured during internationals Shaqiri was subbed out of Switzerland's UEFA Nations League clash against Portugal on Sunday in the 22nd minute after suffering an apparent injury.

Impact More details about Shaqiri's injury will likely emerge after Sunday's game, but he will have a week to recover before Chicago's next MLS game against D.C. United on June 18. Brian Gutierrez would likely fill in for him in attacking midfield if necessary.

JUNE 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Records assist Shaqiri logged one assist during a 3-2 loss Saturday at Toronto.

Impact Shaqiri logged six accurate crosses, one of which his Fire teammate Carlos Teran utilized to score a goal. The 30-year-old midfielder's 2022 MLS assist tally became two.

MAY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eleven crosses in win Shaqiri delivered eleven crosses and created two chances in Sunday's 1-0 loss against New York.

Impact Shaqiri displayed his playmaking abilities throughout the match delivering eleven crosses and creating multiple opportunities for the Chicago squad. Shaqiri has been a reliable midfielder recording two goals, one assist and creating 15 chances in his last six games. With a solid start to the season, it is likely Shaqiri will be an important piece of Chicago's starting XI for the remainder of the 2022 season.

MAY 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Scores late on Wednesday Shaqiri scored a goal while taking three shots (one on goal), crossing 12 times (four accurate) and creating a chance during Wednesday's 3-3 draw with New York Red Bulls.

Impact Shaqiri found the back of the net in the 89th minute scoring the Fire's last goal. The goal was the third of the season for the attacker as he finished with team-high totals in shots and crosses in the draw.

MAY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

GOAL: Xherdan Shaqiri, Chicago Fire FC - 89th minute ' MLSSoccer.com Official MLS highlights, classic matches, video series and features.

MAY 19, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Chicago's Shaqiri tops MLS salary list Swiss star midfielder Xherdan Shaqiri, who joined the Chicago Fire in February from France's Lyon, tops the Major League Soccer salary list...

MAY 17, 2022 • WINNIPEGFREEPRESS.COM

Chicago Fire's Xherdan Shaqiri is highest-paid MLS player at nearly $8.2M Chicago Fire midfielder Xherdan Shaqiri is Major League Soccer’s highest-paid player, jumping past Los Angeles FC attacker Carlos Vela.

MAY 17, 2022 • SUN-SENTINEL.COM

Records assist against Cincinnati Shaqiri took two shots (one on target) and assisted a goal in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against FC Cincinnati. He created eight chances overall in the match, and he also won two of two...

Impact Shaqiri was a creative menace on Saturday, but his assist for Jhon Duran's late goal was his first of the season. He will be looking for more Wednesday against the Red Bulls, which have conceded just nine times in 11 MLS matches.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in shots, crosses Shaqiri took three off target shots and crossed ten times inaccurately during Saturday's 4-1 loss to Atlanta.

Impact Shaqiri was held off the scoresheet as Chicago found just one goal on Saturday. The attacker didn't create a chance but led the Fire in shots and crosses in the loss.

MAY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Converts penalty in loss Shaqiri scored a goal with his lone shot while crossing six times (three accurate) and creating a chance during Saturday's 2-1 loss to New York Red Bulls.

Impact Shaqiri found the back of the net from the penalty spot in the 16th minute, converting a penalty for Chicago's first goal. The goal was the second of the season for the attacker while he finished with team-high totals in crosses and chances created in the loss.

MAY 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE