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Chicago Fire’s Jonathan Bamba (19) hugs assistant coach Tom Heinemann, back, after scoring a goal during the first half of an MLS soccer match against the Vancouver Whitecaps Tuesday, Oct. 6, 2026, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Paul Beaty)

Chicago Fire beat the Whitecaps 3-1 in matchup of former teammates Robert Lewandowski and Thomas Müller

By Associated Press

October 7, 2026 at 12:01 a.m.

The Chicago Fire beat the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1 in a matchup of former Bayern Munich...

The Chicago Fire unveiled details Wednesday of the individual luxury hospitality offerings at their new $750 million stadium going up at The 78 in the South Loop. (Chicago Fire FC)

Chicago Fire launch luxury seat sales featuring mini-suites and bun-warmers

By Robert Channick

September 30, 2026 at 9:00 a.m.

The Chicago Fire unveiled details Wednesday of the individual luxury hospitality offerings at their new...

The Chicago Stars' Brianna Pinto right, battles NJ/NY Gotham's Jordynn Dudley during an NWSL match at Sports Illustrated Stadium on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026, in Harrison, N.J. (Jordan Bank/Getty)

Chicago Stars fall to Gotham 3-1, dropping them to 5-19-2 after 5th consecutive defeat

By Phuoc Nguyen

September 25, 2026 at 11:43 p.m.

By PHUOC NGUYEN Jess Fishlock scored two goals to break Megan Rapinoe’s Seattle Reign career...

Fans wait for the beginning of the Club World Cup group D soccer match between Chelsea and Los Angeles FC in Atlanta, Monday, June 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Brynn Anderson)

Club World Cup crowds have fluctuated wildly, from swathes of empty seats to ‘hostile’ atmospheres

By Associated Press

June 21, 2025 at 8:05 p.m.

The opening week for the monthlong FIFA Club World Cup tournament across the United States...

United States' Patrick Agyemang (24) leaps between Saudi Arabia's Abdulelah Alamri (4) and Ali Majrashi and heads the ball toward the goal during a CONCACAF Gold Cup match on Thursday, June 19, 2025, in Austin, Texas. (Eric Gay/AP)

Chris Richards’ 2nd-half goal lifts the US over Saudi Arabia 1-0 and into the Gold Cup quarterfinals

By Jim Vertuno

June 19, 2025 at 10:40 p.m.

Chris Richards scored off a second-half free kick to lift the United States to a...

Law enforcement personnel stand outside the stadium prior to the Club World Cup group C soccer match between Boca Juniors and Benfica in Miami Gardens, Fla., on June 16, 2025. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell)

Hard Rock Stadium tightens security at Club World Cup after chaotic scene at Copa America

By James Robson

June 17, 2025 at 2:46 p.m.

Almost a year since the Copa America final nearly ended in tragedy, big numbers of...

An artist's rendering shows the planned exterior view of the Chicago Fire stadium in The 78. (Chicago Fire FC and Gensler)

Chicago Fire unveil detailed look of proposed stadium for South Loop

By Robert Channick

June 17, 2025 at 11:38 a.m.

Situated along the Chicago River, the 22,000-seat, red brick stadium features a natural grass pitch,...

A young Fire fan gets excited during a game against Nashville on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Solder Field. (Vincent D. Johnson/for the baiduhai)

Fans at Soldier Field doubleheader see Fire and Stars’ potential new homes having an impact on Chicago soccer

By Kalen Lumpkins

June 16, 2025 at 7:54 a.m.

The Chicago Fire have announced plans for a new soccer-specific stadium, while the Stars are...

U.S. midfielder Diego Luna brings the ball up the field against Trinidad and Tobago forward Rio Cardines during the second half of a CONCACAF Gold Cup match Sunday, June 15, 2025, in San Jose, Calif. (AP Photo/Jeff Chiu)

US hopes 5-0 win in Gold Cup opener starts upswing after longest losing streak since 2007

By Associated Press

June 15, 2025 at 10:54 p.m.

A U.S. victory in the Group D opener ended a four-game losing streak and came...

Members of the Chicago 134 support group, from left, Stef Hare, Grace Cotter, Pete Tanner and Courtney Stegenga, bang on drums as the Stars play the Seattle Reign on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Solder Field. (Vincent D. Johnson/for the baiduhai)

Photos: Fans turn out for Stars-Fire doubleheader at Soldier Field

By Vincent D. Johnson

June 16, 2025 at 7:22 a.m.

Photos of the Chicago Stars and Chicago Fire doubleheader on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at...

The Fire stand during the national anthem Saturday, June 14, 2025, at Solder Field. (Vincent D. Johnson/for the baiduhai)

Mixed results for Chicago soccer doubleheader at Soldier Field: Stars battle to 2-2 draw while Fire lose 2-0

By Associated Press

June 15, 2025 at 3:32 p.m.

The Stars battled to a 2-2 draw with the Seattle Reign, followed by the Fire's...

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi does drills during a training session Friday, June 13, 2025, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. in preparation for a Club World Cup soccer match Saturday. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)

Can Lionel Messi and Inter Miami really spring a surprise at the Club World Cup? ‘No one expects us to go far.’

By James Robson

June 14, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

By JAMES ROBSON MIAMI (AP) — The Club World Cup will take Inter Miami from...

Protesters rally during a demonstration in response to a series of ICE raids throughout the country on June 12, 2025, in Los Angeles. (Gabrielle Lurie/San Francisco Chronicle via AP)

Mexico’s president calls for no ICE raids during Mexico-Dominican Republic soccer match in Los Angeles

By Carlos Rodriguez

June 13, 2025 at 7:22 p.m.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum urged U.S. officials on Friday not to target individuals attending a...