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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 gather during a kickoff celebration for National Women's Soccer League's Boston franchise, which is to be named BOS Nation Football Club on Oct.. 15, 2024, in Boston. (Barry Chin/The Boston Globe via AP)

Boston’s NWSL expansion team apologizes for ‘Too Many Balls’ marketing campaign

By Jimmy Golen

October 16, 2024 at 3:03 p.m.

The National Women’s Soccer League expansion team in Boston apologized on Wednesday for a “Too...

In this Dec, 12, 2010 file photo, FC Barcelona's Lionel Messi from Argentina, reacts after scoring against Real Sociedad during a Spanish La Liga soccer match at the Camp Nou stadium in Barcelona, Spain. (AP Photo/Manu Fernandez, File)

Today in Sports History: Lionel Messi makes his league debut for FC Barcelona

By Associated Press

October 16, 2024 at 4:15 a.m.

2004 — 17-year old Lionel Messi makes his league debut for FC Barcelona in a...

Untied States coach Gregg Berhalter reacts during the first half of a Copa America match against Uruguay on July 1, 2024. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)

Chicago Fire hire former US national team coach Gregg Berhalter

By Associated Press

October 8, 2024 at 1:36 p.m.

The Chicago Fire have hired former U.S. national team coach Gregg Berhalter to be the...

Jonathan Dean of the Chicago Fire traps the ball during the first half of the game against the Charlotte FC on Oct. 2, 2024, in Charlotte, N.C. (Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

Charlotte FC clinches an MLS playoff spot with a 4-3 victory over the Chicago Fire

By Associated Press

October 2, 2024 at 9:48 p.m.

Charlotte FC (12-11-9) has beaten the Chicago Fire (7-17-9) in five straight matches.

Chicago Fire fans cheer during the second half of a match against Inter Miami on Aug. 31, 2024, at Soldier Field. (Patrick McDermott/Getty)

Chicago Fire earn a 1-1 draw with Toronto FC on a late Jonathan Dean goal but are eliminated from playoff contention

By Associated Press

September 29, 2024 at 11:24 a.m.

Jonathan Dean scored his first MLS goal in the 84th minute for the Chicago Fire...

Toronto FC's Sebastian Giovinco moves the ball against Orlando City during the first half of an MLS soccer game, Sunday, April 26, 2015, in Orlando, Fla. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

Today in Sports History: Sebastian Giovinco breaks the MLS single-season points record

By Associated Press

September 26, 2024 at 4:15 a.m.

2015 — Sebastian Giovinco breaks the MLS single-season points record, assisting on two goals in...

Chicago Red Stars forward Mallory Swanson speaks to the referee during a game against Bay FC at Wrigley Field on June 8, 2024. (Eileen T. Meslar/baiduhai)

Chicago Red Stars win 1-0 in Mallory Swanson’s 100th NWSL game, while Fire get shut out for the 2nd straight match

By Associated Press

September 22, 2024 at 12:09 p.m.

Mallory Swanson, who left last weekend's victory over the Portland Thorns with a shoulder injury,...

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

Thousands wake up early to attend festival celebrating British Premier League soccer at Lincoln Park

By Sylvan Lebrun

September 23, 2024 at 6:30 a.m.

The free Lincoln Park event was held in conjunction with the Premier League's U.S. broadcaster...

A fan attempts to start a chant during a Major League Soccer match between the Chicago Fire and the Los Angeles Galaxy at Soldier Field in Chicago on April 16, 2022. (Talia Sprague/for the baiduhai)

Premier League fan fest coming to Lincoln Park as professional soccer continues to gain traction in Chicago

By Robert Channick

September 20, 2024 at 5:54 a.m.

Thousands of soccer fans are expected to descend on Lincoln Park this weekend to cheer...

Nashville SC forward Sam Surridge (9) celebrates a goal with defender Daniel Lovitz, left, and forward Teal Bunbury during the first half against the Fire on Sept. 18, 2024, in Nashville, Tenn. (George Walker IV/AP)

Chicago Fire lose 1-0 to Nashville SC on a Sam Surridge header goal

By Associated Press

September 19, 2024 at 2:35 p.m.

The Chicago Fire has lost four of its last six games, including a 1-0 defeat...