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Tim Hotze

Chicago, IL
5 Things We Learned: Chicago Fire vs San Diego FC

5 Things We Learned: Chicago Fire vs San Diego FC

Chris Brady was back in net and Kellyn Acosta and Rominigue Kouamé were both in the lineup, but the Chicago Fire still fell short, falling 2-1 to Western Conference-topping San Diego FC at Soldier Field. Even if a narrow loss at home has become all too familiar to Fire fans

Jul 5, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; FC Cincinnati defender Matt Miazga (21) argues with Chicago Fire FC defender Jack Elliott

Just short: FC Cincinnati 2-1 Chicago Fire

The Chicago Fire fell just short against a surging FC Cincinnati side, falling 2-1 in a closely-contested match. Throughout the game, the Fire stood toe-to-toe to the team at the top of the MLS Eastern Conference standings at the final whistle, arguably edging the Supporters Shield aspirants, but ultimately came

Brian Gutierrez, Philip Zinckernagel, Andrew Gutman, Jonathan Dean, Jonathan Bamba celebrate Gutierrez goal against Charlotte

5 Things We Learned: Chicago Fire vs. Charlotte FC

The Chicago Fire finally got a win in front of home fans, ending a two game goalless drought at Soldier Field as they went up 3-0 against Charlotte before holding on for a 3-2 win. That ultimately felt more comfortable than the scoreline indicates. Here are five takeaways from the