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Tim Hotze

Tim is MenInRed97's Managing Editor and a co-host of The Bonfire podcast. He has been with MIR97 since launch in 2023 and is a MLS roster rule nerd and has tasted all 31 flavors of allocation money.

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Fire vs Inter Miami: Tactics and Starting XI

Fire vs Inter Miami: Tactics and Starting XI

The Fire host Inter Miami, a team they technically played two matches previously in the MLS regular season, a match that took place nearly a month and a half ago because of the Leagues Cup break. Miami weren’t able to repeat their Leagues Cup victory with Lionel Messi sidelined

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Jul 13, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New York City FC midfielder Santiago Rodriguez (10) controls the ball against the Chica

Fire at New York City FC: Tactics and Starting XI

The Fire head to New York to face the city’s eponymous team in their first match since a rain-logged loss in the Leagues Cup over three weeks ago to face a team that played in that competition just last week. Note: The Fire played NYCFC last month. For

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Aug 3, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Club America fans react before the game against Aston Villa at Soldier Field.

What was the Leagues Cup showcasing at Soldier Field?

On Saturday afternoon, Club América defeated Aston Villa 1-0 at Soldier Field, as part of the Leagues Cup Showcase series. The game had a generally fun atmosphere, as both teams fielded a large part of their best XIs for at least a portion of the match and the crowd,

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Chicago Fire FC Spencer goalkeeper Richey dives for the ball during a soccer game

Drowned out: Toluca FC 3, Chicago Fire 1

Bridgeview, Ill. — Many games are “must-win” but for the first time in the Fire’s season, they faced a literal must win game against Toluca FC in their second and for their second and final group stage match. They fell short, falling 3-1 to their Liga MX opponent,

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"Not Good Enough:" Inter Miami 2, Chicago Fire 1

"Not Good Enough:" Inter Miami 2, Chicago Fire 1

The Fire traveled to Ft. Lauderdale knowing that there was a chance – with help – that the team could see itself into a postseason spot with a win and some help. They got some, but not all of the help, but they also didn’t help themselves, falling 2-1 to

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Fire at Inter Miami: Tactics and Starting XI

Fire at Inter Miami: Tactics and Starting XI

The Fire are heading to Ft. Lauderdale to take on an Inter Miami team that has been finding ways to win without Lionel Messi. It’s the second match in a row where the Fire take on the team with the best record in the league. The team’s final

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Important defensive actions kept the ball far away from Chris Brady's goal.

Heating Up: Chicago Fire at Inter Miami Match 25 Preview

For the second match in a row, the Fire face the team with the best record in the league. They managed a victory on Wednesday against FC Cincinnati, giving Inter Miami the opportunity to retake the lead in the Supporter’s Shield race. If the Fire manage to repeat that

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