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A Golden Chord: Chicago Fire 1, Nashville SC 0

A Golden Chord: Chicago Fire 1, Nashville SC 0

The Chicago Fire began their three-game midsummer homestand on the right note as they stunned seemingly unstoppable Nashville SC, earning a 1-0 win under the bright lights of Soldier Field. A season-high crowd of over 22,000 were in attendance for what will prove to be a memorable night on

Rafael Czichos plays the ball past a Sporting KC defender Chicago Fire win away at Kansas City

The 300: Sporting KC 0, Chicago Fire 1

Four days after leaving Portland with their first-ever victory against the Timbers, the Fire continued their three-game road swing to face Sporting Kansas City at Children’s Mercy Park in Kansas’s eponymous city, looking for their second road win in a row and fourth against a Western Conference foe

La Vie En Rose: Portland Timbers 1, Chicago Fire 2

La Vie En Rose: Portland Timbers 1, Chicago Fire 2

For the first time ever, the Chicago Fire have defeated the Portland Timbers. Despite a shorthanded squad, the Men in Red stole an unlikely late 2-1 win on the road in Cascadia. A late goal from Kei Kamara secured the victory, and strong defensive performances closed out the massive win,

Inexplicable: Chicago Fire 1, Columbus Crew 2

Inexplicable: Chicago Fire 1, Columbus Crew 2

Countless times this season, fans of the Chicago Fire have been left wondering, “what just happened?” Never more so than today. The Fire left Soldier Field tonight empty-handed after a 2-1 loss against the Columbus Crew, but it’s practically impossible to explain how. And why. Despite the crushing 4-1

Houston and Chicago players jostle for the ball during a soccer game

Bad Blood: Chicago Fire 1, Houston Dynamo 4

Chicago Fire 1, Houston Dynamo 4. Few would have expected that scoreline when they shuffled into SeatGeek Stadium tonight and absolutely no one wanted to believe it was even possible. Yet, it happened. And the Chicago Fire are out of the U.S. Open Cup at the quarterfinal stage. Frank

Just Short: FC Cincinnati 1, Chicago Fire 0

Just Short: FC Cincinnati 1, Chicago Fire 0

So near, yet so far. The Chicago Fire showed resilience and defensive solidity to battle league-leading FC Cincinnati on the road, but ultimately came up just short in a 1-0 loss. Cincinnati – who had won every game at home in 2023 heading into tonight – are a course for the best-ever

Lacking Ideas: Toronto FC 0, Chicago Fire 0

Lacking Ideas: Toronto FC 0, Chicago Fire 0

The goals had to stop eventually. After numerous high-scoring matches in recent weeks, the Chicago Fire had to settle for a stale 0-0 draw with Toronto FC, as they played their Canadian opposition to a defensive stalemate at BMO Field. Neither team could ever catch much momentum as the Men

One Step Closer: Austin FC 0, Chicago Fire 2

One Step Closer: Austin FC 0, Chicago Fire 2

So close, you can almost taste it. The Chicago Fire are through to the quarterfinals of the U.S. Open Cup following a thrilling 2-0 road win over Austin FC, led by captain Rafa Czichos and DP Xherdan Shaqiri. Frank Klopas’ team was fantastic from start to finish as they

All Yellow: Charlotte FC 2, Chicago Fire 1

All Yellow: Charlotte FC 2, Chicago Fire 1

Back to square one. Despite an encouraging first half lead, the Chicago Fire once again tumbled to defeat against Charlotte FC, bringing an end to Head Coach Frank Klopas’ honeymoon period. It was a frustrating evening against a frustrating Charlotte team, and ultimately, some individual mistakes on the left hand

Back On Top: Chicago Fire 1, St. Louis CITY 0

Back On Top: Chicago Fire 1, St. Louis CITY 0

Statement made. The Chicago Fire were the better team today as they dominated St. Louis City in an entertaining clash at Soldier Field to win 1-0. The Men in Red got the best of the MLS expansion side, ensuring that they went perfect through the two inaugural meetings between two

Unravelling: Nashville SC 3, Chicago Fire 0

Unravelling: Nashville SC 3, Chicago Fire 0

It’s that time of the year… when the Chicago Fire’s remaining early season optimism comes to a screeching halt. The Fire stumbled to a 3-0 loss at Nashville SC this weekend, with a hat trick from Hany Mukhtar condemning their fate. Across the board, it was the Fire’