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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...

An artist’s rendering of a stadium and recreational district for Denver’s new NWSL franchise, including a 14,500-seat venue, located at Santa Fe Yards (Broadway and I-25) in Denver. (Rendering provided by Populous/Denver NWSL)

Denver’s NWSL team plans to build 14,500-seat stadium and entertainment district

By Kyle Newman

March 18, 2025 at 9:17 a.m.

Plans are in place to bring a world-class women’s soccer stadium to the heart of...

Fire forward Hugo Cuypers (9) takes a shot on goal under pressure from Toronto's Lazar Stefanovic during the second half on March 15, 2025, in Toronto. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)

Hugo Cuypers scores winner late in the first half to give the Chicago Fire a 2-1 victory over Toronto

By Associated Press

March 15, 2025 at 5:14 p.m.

Hugo Cuypers scored the go-ahead goal just before halftime and Chris Brady made it stand...

The Pride's Ally Watt, top, heads the ball into the net for a goal against the Stars in the season opener on March 14, 2025, in Orlando. The Stars lost 6-0. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)

Chicago Stars suffer worst loss in franchise history, falling 6-0 to reigning champion Orlando Pride in opener

By Theo Lloyd-Hughes

March 15, 2025 at 12:35 a.m.

The reigning champion Orlando Pride opened the National Women’s Soccer League season Friday night with...

Kansas City Current forward Temwa Chawinga (6) and Portland Thorns defender Reyna Reyes chase after the ball on March 16, 2024, in Kansas City, Mo. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)

7 players to watch in the 2025 NWSL season, including reigning MVP Temwa Chawinga

By Anne M. Peterson

March 14, 2025 at 7:30 a.m.

There has been lots of turnover among NWSL teams this season, with a couple of...

Chicago Red Stars forward Mallory Swanson eyes the ball during an NWSL match against the Orlando Pride on March 29, 2024. (Phelan M. Ebenhack/AP)

Mallory Swanson still missing from Chicago Stars ahead of season opener — and striker’s return uncertain

By Julia Poe

March 12, 2025 at 2:23 p.m.

Chicago Stars striker Mallory Swanson will not play in Friday’s regular-season opener against the Orlando...

This undated and computer-generated picture, issued by Manchester United, shows an interior view of the planned new Manchester United stadium. (Foster + Partner via AP)

Manchester United reveals plans for the ‘world’s greatest’ soccer stadium to replace Old Trafford

By James Robson

March 11, 2025 at 7:17 a.m.

Manchester United unveiled plans on Tuesday to build the “world’s greatest” soccer stadium. A proposed...

Fans watch a soccer match between Liverpool and AFC Bournemouth on giant TV screens at the Premier League Mornings Live Fan Fest in Lincoln Park in Chicago on Sept. 21, 2024. (Tess Crowley/baiduhai)

Premier League coming to Chicago for Summer Series at Soldier Field

By Robert Channick

March 10, 2025 at 11:46 a.m.

Chicago is one of three U.S. cities hosting the returning preseason tournament, in which four...

Fire coach Gregg Berhalter reacts during a match against D.C. United on March 1, 2025, at Soldier Field. (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Chicago Fire rally for a 3-1 victory over Dallas to give coach Gregg Berhalter his first win with the team

By Associated Press

March 8, 2025 at 11:28 p.m.

The Chicago Fire gave coach Gregg Berhalter his first win with the team Saturday, rallying with...

The Bulls' Zach Collins (12), Coby White (0), Josh Giddey and Matas Buzelis watch from the bench in the closing minutes of a 139-117 loss to the Cavaliers on March 4, 2025, at the United Center. (Armando L. Sanchez/baiduhai)

Column: Topics to gnaw on until March Madness, from the Chicago Bulls’ play-in ‘push’ to Dick Allen’s Hall cap

By Paul Sullivan

March 6, 2025 at 9:58 p.m.

As we eagerly await the bracket announcements, tournament pools and CBS' March Madness theme song,...

United States players hold the trophy as they celebrate winning the Women's World Cup soccer championship against the Netherlands on on July 17, 2019, at the Stade de Lyon in Decines, France. (Francisco Seco/AP)

US-Mexico joint bid for 2031 Women’s World Cup gets clearer path as FIFA excludes Europe until 2035

By Associated Press

March 5, 2025 at 7:23 p.m.

The expected bid by the United States and Mexico to co-host the 2031 Women’s World...