Last updated on May 12, 2026 at 12:59 PM
Mbekezeli Mbokazi
20 years old
Chicago Fire 
MLS Position
Defender
Height
-
Weight
-
Date of Birth - Nationality
19 Sep 2005 - South Africa
Birth City
Statistics of M. Mbokazi — Season 2025/2026
📊 General
Appearances
1
Starts
1
Minutes played
90
Goals
0
Average rating
Cards
0
Yellow
-
0
Red
🛡️ Defensive stats
Tackles
1
Interceptions
1
Fouls committed
1
Penalty committed
0
Passes - accuracy
57 - 50%
Duels won %
40% (2/5)
📊 General
Appearances
18
Starts
17
Minutes played
1494
Goals
0
Average rating
7.14/10
Cards
1
Yellow
-
0
Red
🛡️ Defensive stats
Tackles
27
Interceptions
10
Fouls committed
6
Key passes
2
Passes - accuracy
901 - 2%
Duels won %
63% (71/113)
Standings MLS 2025/2026
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  San Diego | 34 | 19 | 6 | 9 | 64 | 41 | +23 | 63 | WWLDL |
| 2 |  Vancouver Whitecaps | 34 | 18 | 9 | 7 | 66 | 38 | +28 | 63 | LWWDD |
| 3 |  Los Angeles FC | 34 | 17 | 9 | 8 | 65 | 40 | +25 | 60 | DLWWW |
| 4 |  Minnesota United FC | 34 | 16 | 10 | 8 | 56 | 39 | +17 | 58 | LWDLW |
| 5 |  Seattle Sounders | 34 | 15 | 10 | 9 | 58 | 48 | +10 | 55 | WWWDL |
| 6 |  Austin | 34 | 13 | 8 | 13 | 37 | 45 | -8 | 47 | LWLLW |
| 7 |  FC Dallas | 34 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 52 | 55 | -3 | 44 | WLWDW |
| 8 |  Portland Timbers | 34 | 11 | 11 | 12 | 41 | 48 | -7 | 44 | LLDDL |
| 9 |  Real Salt Lake | 34 | 12 | 5 | 17 | 38 | 49 | -11 | 41 | DLWWL |
| 10 |  San Jose Earthquakes | 34 | 11 | 8 | 15 | 60 | 63 | -3 | 41 | WLWLL |
| 11 |  Colorado Rapids | 34 | 11 | 8 | 15 | 44 | 56 | -12 | 41 | DLDLW |
| 12 |  Houston Dynamo | 34 | 9 | 10 | 15 | 43 | 56 | -13 | 37 | DLLWL |
| 13 |  St. Louis City | 34 | 8 | 8 | 18 | 44 | 58 | -14 | 32 | DWLWW |
| 14 |  Los Angeles Galaxy | 34 | 7 | 9 | 18 | 46 | 66 | -20 | 30 | WWLWL |
| 15 |  Sporting Kansas City | 34 | 7 | 7 | 20 | 46 | 70 | -24 | 28 | DLLLL |
Champions League UCL Qualification Europa / Conf. League Relegation zone
Squad — Chicago Fire
C. Brady
J. Cohen
J. Gal
A. Gutman
Christopher Cupps
J. Dean
J. Elliott
J. Waterman
Leonardo Barroso
M. Mbokazi
M. Pineda
O. González
S. Rogers
V. Radojević
A. Salétros
André Franco
D. Poręba
M. Haile-Selassie
P. Zinckernagel
S. Oregel
T. D'Avilla
C. Mueller
Dylan Borso
H. Cuypers
J. Bamba
Jason Shokalook
P. Dithejane
R. Lod
Vitaliy Hlyut
Career of M. Mbokazi since 2018
2025/2026
Chicago Fire
Chicago Fire18Apps
-Goals
-Assists
Rating
2024/2025
Orlando Pirates
Orlando Pirates13Apps
-Goals
1Assists
Rating
2025/2026Chicago Fire
Chicago Fire1Apps
-Goals
-Assists
Rating
2024/2025Orlando Pirates
Orlando Pirates9Apps
-Goals
1Assists
Rating
TRANSFERS
2026
Orlando Pirates
→
Chicago Fire
Transfer
Orlando Pirates
Chicago Fire
HONOURS
PSL
South Africa
2024/2025
2nd Place
Cup
South Africa
2024/2025
2nd Place
Black Label Cup
South Africa
2024
Winner
BIOGRAPHY
M. Mbokazi lines up for Chicago Fire in the MLS, bringing his qualities to one of football's top competitions. His South Africa roots have shaped his footballing identity, blending physicality with technical quality. His role as defender requires a blend of technical skill and physical commitment that he delivers week in, week out. A committed and robust defender, he puts his body on the line in duels to protect his goal. His journey through clubs such as Orlando Pirates, South Africa has forged a resilient and adaptable character well-suited to top-flight football. The silverware in his career — notably Black Label Cup — confirms his ability to perform in the biggest moments. As the 2025/2026 season progresses, he continues to represent Chicago Fire with dedication and professionalism. His well-rounded profile and accumulated experience make him one of the most important assets in Chicago Fire's squad.