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.
In Their Words
Quotes from players, coaches and more
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.
Mbokazi, Dithejane Choose Chicago: “I Saw Them on Instagram!”
The two South African stars have joined the Fire for preseason.
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
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.