The Bonfire – Episode 408: Montréal Preview
The Fire are back at Soldier Field on Saturday! John and Tim preview the matinée against CF Montréal and talk tactics and formations for the home opener.
Mueller Finds "Freedom" in Chicago Fire Return
16 months. A heart diagnosis. A long road back. Chris Mueller’s return to the pitch for the Chicago Fire wasn't just a physical comeback—it was a mental liberation.
The Bonfire – Episode 407: The Fire Have a Problem In Houston
John and Tim welcome MIR 97 Founder Matt Shabelman around the Bonfire to review what went wrong in the Fire's first action of the 2026. Houston recovered in the second half after Hugo Cuypers open his account in the first half.
5 Things We Learned: Houston Dynamo 2, Chicago Fire 1
The Fire got off to a great start but didn't get the result their season opener. Here's 5 things we learned in Houston.
Back in the Bayou: Chicago Fire vs Houston Dynamo Match 1 Preview
The Chicago Fire's promising 2026 MLS regular season kicks off against Houston.
The Bonfire – Episode 406: 2026 Season Preview ft. Joe Lowery
With the Fire's 2026 season set to kick off this weekend, John and Tim are joined by special guest Joe Lowery of Backheeled to preview the 2026 year and the Fire's season opener against the Houston Dynamo.
Omari Glasgow Loaned to Monterey Bay FC
Omari Glasgow is going on loan to USL, helping to clear a logjam for the Fire's international roster slots
International Slots, Supplemental Spot: Status of Fire's Roster With 4 Days Till Compliance
With four days to go ahead of the roster compliance deadline, here's the state of the Fire's roster and depth chart.
2026 Season Preview Week
The 2026 MLS regular season is about to kick off and we've got all you need to preview the season throughout the week.
In Their Words: Fire Wrap Up Preseason
The Chicago Fire wrapped up their 2026 preseason with a draw and a defeat at the death. Here's what the team is taking from that, in their own words.
In Their Words: Chicago Fire Earn Beat LA Galaxy 3-2 in Coachella
The Fire emerged with a 3-2 win and looked cohesive playing out of two different formations against the Galaxy
The Bonfire – Episode 405: Fire Headline Coachella
The Fire head to California and John and Tim talk about the Fire's 3-2 win in their first game in Coachella
The Bonfire – Episode 404: Integrity Not Found
With the Fire quiet, league-wide news takes center stage
The Bonfire – Episode 403: Fire Conquer Florida
The Fire's first preseason trip wraps up with two wins in two games. In addition to the Fire definitively conquering Florida, proved by their victories over teams from Tennessee and Kansas, the duo talk about the squad updates. They also break down changes to MLS roster rules for
What Fire’s $5.1 Million in GAM Means for Chicago’s Roster
MLS revealed that the Fire have $5.1 million in General Allocation Money. Here's what that means for the Fire's cap and roster situation.
In Their Words: Chicago Fire Leave Florida With Pair of Preseason Wins
The Chicago Fire opened 2026 with a pair of preseason victories. Here's what the team experienced in South Florida, in their own words.