Philip Zinckernagel
CHI
Right Winger
Attacking Midfielder
Half-Space Orchestrator
Dec 16, 1994 (31)
Right
5'9"
154 lb
Ranking
Grades
Key Grades
2026 Major League Soccer
Overall Grades by game
2026 Major League Soccer
Upcoming matches
Atlanta Stadium • MLS Pass on Apple TV
Soldier Field
Dick's Sporting Goods Park • MLS Pass on Apple TV
Soldier Field • MLS Pass on Apple TVNews
Starting Saturday
Zinckernagel (lower body) is in the starting XI for Saturday's contest versus New York Red Bulls.
Analysis: Zinckernagel has bounced back after missing one league game due to his lower body issue, and he's one of the strongest attacking options in an otherwise highly rotated lineup. The right winger will aim to build on a solid campaign, having produced the second-most direct contributions for Chicago with a sum of five goals and seven assists in MLS play. His inclusion in the initial squad sends Puso Dithejane to a substitute role.
Questionable with lower body injury
Zinckernagel is questionable for Wednesday's match against Orlando City due to a lower body injury, according to the MLS Player Status Report.
Analysis: Zinckernagel has been a key contributor for Chicago this season, contributing five goals and seven assists across 18 MLS appearances, so his potential absence would represent a real blow to the team's attack. His status will likely become clearer closer to kickoff as the club assesses the extent of the issue. Zinckernagel is expected to be given every opportunity to prove his fitness before a final call is made. Puso Dithejane is the favorite to step into the starting lineup in his place if Zinckernagel is unable to go.
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