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"Proud" Kappelhof reflects on making 100th competitive appearance for Chicago Fire in Sunday's victory

When head coach Veljko Paunovic's starting lineup was released prior to Sunday’s 4-0 victory over Orlando City SC, it became official that defender Johan Kappelhof would suit up for the Men In Red for the 100th time across all competitions.

“It’s a special moment to reach 100 games for a club,” said Kappelhof, who also surpassed the century mark (reaching 150) with FC Groningen in his six seasons with the Dutch Eredivisie club . “You always work hard, and the teammates appreciate you as well as the coaches. I’m also thankful that they used me all those games, that they put confidence in me.