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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...

A Chicago police officer escorts a resident of Brooks Homes out before the ribbon-cutting event for the Endeavor Health Performance Center, the Chicago Fire's new practice facility, on March 3, 2025. (Eileen T. Meslar/baiduhai)

Chicago Fire training facility opens amid continued frustration from community and advocates

By Lizzie Kane

March 4, 2025 at 1:08 p.m.

The facility has been mired in controversy from its inception because it is located on...

Fire goalie Chris Brady leaps but can't reach a shot from D.C. United's Jacob Murrell during second-half stoppage time on March 1, 2025, at Soldier Field. The teams tied 2-2. (Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Hugo Cuypers scores twice, but Chicago Fire settle for 2-2 draw in home opener after allowing stoppage-time goal

By Associated Press

March 1, 2025 at 10:46 p.m.

Jacob Murrell scored on a bicycle kick in the sixth minute of stoppage time Saturday...

Japan defender Toko Koga, right, celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal against the United States during the second half of a SheBelieves Cup women’s soccer tournament match Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

Japan beats the United States 2-1 for SheBelieves Cup women’s soccer title

By Associated Press

February 27, 2025 at 12:03 a.m.

Japan handed the United States its first loss under coach Emma Hayes with a 2-1...

United States forward Michelle Cooper celebrates her first international goal with her teammates during the second half of a group stage match in the SheBelieves Cup women’s soccer tournament against Australia, Sunday, Feb. 23, 2025, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Samantha Chow)

US women’s national soccer team beats Australia 2-1 in SheBelieves Cup

By Associated Press

February 24, 2025 at 11:23 a.m.

Lynn Biyendolo scored 42 seconds into the match and the United States beat Australia 2-1...

Chicago Fire coach Gregg Berhalter looks on from the sideline during the season opener against the Columbus Crew on Feb. 22, 2025, in Columbus, Ohio. The Fire lost 4-2 in Berhalter's debut with the team. (Jason Mowry/Getty Images)

Chicago Fire lose in coach Gregg Berhalter’s debut, falling to the Columbus Crew 4-2 in season opener

By Associated Press

March 8, 2025 at 11:19 p.m.

The Chicago Fire lost to the Columbus Crew 4-2 on Saturday in coach Gregg Berhalter's...

Luis Rubiales, the former president of Spain's soccer federation, sits in a courtroom on the outskirts of Madrid on Feb. 3, 2025. He was on trial for his unsolicited kiss of forward Jenni Hermoso. (Chema Moya/Pool photo via AP)

Spain’s former soccer boss found guilty of sexual assault for World Cup kiss but avoids prison time

By Tales Azzoni

February 20, 2025 at 8:49 a.m.

Former Spanish soccer boss Luis Rubiales was found guilty of sexually assaulting player Jenni Hermoso...

Bayern Munich's Harry Kane celebrates after scoring a goal during a Champions League playoff match against Celtic Glasgow on Feb. 12, 2025, in Glasgow, Scotland. (Scott Heppell/AP)

Harry Kane in the NFL? Maybe, but he first wants trophies at Bayern Munich after latest Champions League goal.

By Steve Douglas

February 12, 2025 at 7:04 p.m.

After scoring another goal in the Champions League, England soccer captain Harry Kane reiterated his...

Sam Kerr leaves Kingston Crown Court after being found not guilty of causing racially aggravated harassment on Feb. 3, 2025 in Kingston upon Thames, England. (Photo by Peter Nicholls/Getty Images)

Soccer star Sam Kerr found not guilty of racially aggravated harassment

By Steve Douglas

February 11, 2025 at 1:53 p.m.

Sam Kerr, one of the world’s top female soccer players, was found not guilty Tuesday...

Chicago Red Stars midfielder Shea Groom tries to clear the ball from Bay FC's Scarlett Camberos during their game at Wrigley Field on June 8, 2024. (Eileen T. Meslar/baiduhai)

Chicago Stars want to redefine themselves in 2025 — including a continued quest for a permanent home in the city

By Julia Poe

February 11, 2025 at 6:00 a.m.

As the Stars begin a new era of club history, the team is continuing to...

Portland Thorns fans hold signs during the first half against the Houston Dash in Portland, Ore., Oct. 6, 2021. (AP Photo/Steve Dipaola)

NWSL creates $5M fund for players as part of a settlement from abuse scandal in 2021

By Anne M. Peterson

February 5, 2025 at 1:23 p.m.

The National Women’s Soccer League will establish a $5 million fund for players as part...