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MLS Player Status Report: Multiple Injuries Ahead of Matchday 2
Atlanta United reports Dominik Chong Qui (knee), Jay Fortune (foot), and Will Reilly (hamstring) out for Saturday's matches. Charlotte FC's Henry Kessler is sidelined with a lower body injury, while Chicago Fire FC has several players questionable due to lower body and head issues. The MLS Disciplinary Summary for Matchday 2 will be released soon.
Chicago Fire FC Faces Injury Challenges for Matchday 2
Chicago Fire FC lists André Franco, Andrew Gutman, and Sam Rogers out with lower body injuries. Questionable players include Jonathan Bamba (lower body), Jack Elliott (head), and others. This impacts their lineup for Saturday, February 28 games.
LA Galaxy and LAFC Deal with Key Absences
LA Galaxy's Emiro Garcés is suspended and out, with Chris Rindov sidelined by a leg injury. LAFC reports multiple leg injuries including Lorenzo Dellavalle, Jeremy Ebobisse, Igor Jesus, and Aaron Long out. These injuries affect their Matchday 2 preparations.
Vancouver Whitecaps FC Hit by Injuries and Suspensions
Vancouver has Sam Adekugbe (Achilles), Ryan Gauld (knee), and others out, plus Emmanuel Sabbi suspended. Questionable is Kenji Cabrera with lower body issues. International duty keeps Liam Mackenzie sidelined.
Brazil Women's National Team Begins 2026 World Cup Build-Up
Coach Arthur Elias leads Brazil in crucial away tests against Costa Rica, Venezuela, and Mexico this week. Following their 2025 Copa América win via penalties over Colombia, the squad blends veterans like B Zanatto (43 goals) with new talents. Twelve players from domestic clubs, including Corinthians, highlight league strength.
Key Returns and Stars in Brazil's World Cup Squad
Tamires returns post-ankle surgery with over 80 caps for left flank leadership. Palmeiras' Leal, Atlético's Player of the Month, adds defensive versatility, while Kerolin from Manchester City shines after a hat-trick vs Chelsea. These matches refine strategies ahead of the home World Cup.
FIFA to Visit Mexico for 2026 World Cup Security Assessment
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum announced FIFA reps will soon review security and mobility in host cities like Guadalajara after recent cartel violence post-drug lord killing. FIFA President Infantino expressed full confidence despite 70 deaths and arson.
Mobility issues persist 100 days before June 11 opener at Azteca.
World Aquatics Event Relocation Amid Guadalajara Security Fears
Security concerns led World Aquatics to cancel Diving World Cup near Guadalajara; Mexico seeks to relocate it domestically. Sheinbaum emphasized return to normalcy with safety measures for World Cup readiness.
Government pushes to salvage the event.
Sepp Blatter Slams FIFA as 'Dictatorship' Over Infantino and Trump Ties
Banned former FIFA president Sepp Blatter criticizes Gianni Infantino's leadership, calling FIFA a one-man dictatorship where the Council has no power. He opposes Infantino's push for Russia's return to soccer and high 2026 World Cup ticket prices expecting $3B revenue.
Blatter seeks honorable farewell at age 90.
Sounders FC Faces Real Salt Lake in MLS Road Opener
Seattle Sounders FC starts a five-match road trip against Real Salt Lake on Saturday, February 28 at America First Field (4:30 p.m.). This Matchday 2 clash highlights early MLS action.
FC Cincinnati and Columbus Crew Injury Updates
FC Cincinnati's Kristian Fletcher (knee) out, Evander (leg) questionable; Columbus Crew's Dylan Chambost (thigh) and Mohamed Farsi (sports hernia) sidelined. Impacts Eastern Conference matchups on February 28.
Red Bull New York and San Jose Earthquakes Player Absences
New York's Cameron Harper, A.J. Marcucci (knees), and Mohammed Sofo (ankle) out; San Jose's Earl Edwards Jr. and Ronaldo Vieira sidelined by lower body issues. Affects their Saturday performances.