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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...

The Chicago Fire's Xherdan Shaqiri celebrates his goal against the Vancouver Whitecaps on July 23, 2022. (Darryl Dyck/AP)

Chicago Fire improve to 4-1-0 in their last five matches after a 3-6-8 start

By Associated Press

July 13, 2023 at 11:02 a.m.

Xherdan Shaqiri and Maren Haile-Selassie both had a goal and an assist in the first...

U.S. goalkeeper Matt Turner reacts after Panama midfielder Adalberto Carrasquilla scored the last goal during the penalty shootout of a CONCACAF Gold Cup semifinal soccer match Wednesday, July 12, 2023, in San Diego. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

Panama upsets US 5-4 on penalty kicks after 1-1 tie to reach CONCACAF Gold Cup final

By Associated Press

July 13, 2023 at 7:46 a.m.

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Adalberto Carrasquilla converted the decisive penalty kick after Cristian Roldan failed...

In this July 7, 2019 file photo, United States' Megan Rapinoe celebrates after scoring the opening goal from the penalty spot during the Women's World Cup final soccer match against The Netherlands at the Stade de Lyon in Decines, outside Lyon, France. Days before heading to her fourth World Cup, Rapinoe announced she'll retire at the end of the National Women's Soccer League season. Rapinoe, 38, made the announcement on Twitter Saturday, July 8, 2023.

US soccer star Megan Rapinoe says she’ll retire after the NWSL season and her 4th World Cup

By Associated Press

July 9, 2023 at 6:41 a.m.

U.S. women's soccer star Megan Rapinoe is ready to retire after an illustrious career in...

From left, Megan Rapinoe, Alex Morgan, and Lindsey Horan speak to reporters during the 2023 Women's World Cup media day for the United States Women's National Team on June 27, 2023.

Long flight to Australia and New Zealand for the Women’s World Cup? US players have a plan for that.

By Associated Press

July 7, 2023 at 7:26 a.m.

Midfielder Andi Sullivan plans on napping. Defender Emily Fox intends to keep with a soccer...

Portland Thorns midfielder Lindsey Horan (10) defends Chicago Red Stars midfielder Ella Stevens (18) during the NWSL Challenge Cup on July 1, 2020, in Herriman, Utah.

Chicago Red Stars beat San Diego Wave 1-0 to snap a 3-game skid, while the Fire fall 3-1 at Orlando City

By Associated Press

July 1, 2023 at 11:38 p.m.

Ella Stevens scored her fourth goal of the season as the Chicago Red Stars defeated...

Alyssa Thompson speaks to reporters during the 2023 Women's World Cup media day for the United States Women's National Team on June 27, 2023.

National Women’s Soccer League experiencing a youth movement as teenagers take the field

By Associated Press

June 28, 2023 at 8:43 a.m.

When Olivia Moultrie was just 13, her family moved from California to Oregon so she...

The Chicago Fire's Fabian Herbers walks during an MLS match on Feb. 26, 2022, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

Soccer roundup: Chicago Fire beat Sporting KC 1-0, while Red Stars fall 2-1 at Gotham FC

By Associated Press

June 25, 2023 at 10:09 p.m.

Fabian Herbers scored in the second minute of the second half and Chris Brady made...

Chicago Dutch Lions player Victoria Adams, a Naperville resident, calls for a pass during a USL W League game against Rochester at Aurora University's Spartan Stadium in Aurora on Wednesday, June 21, 2023.

Naperville’s Victoria Adams is playing in a pre-professional soccer league. She’ll be a sophomore. In high school.

By Matt Le Cren

June 22, 2023 at 12:38 p.m.

Naperville resident Victoria Adams is on the fast track to success. That's true whether the...

United States star Megan Rapinoe celebrates after scoring the opening goal from the penalty spot during the Women's World Cup final against the Netherlands on July 7, 2019, outside Lyon, France.

Veterans Megan Rapinoe and Alex Morgan lead a powerful USWNT looking to defend its World Cup title next month

By Associated Press

June 21, 2023 at 11:16 a.m.

Eighteen-year-old Alyssa Thompson was among the 23 players selected Wednesday for the United States team...

U.S. players celebrate after defeating Canada in the CONCACAF Nations League final Sunday, June 18, 2023, in Las Vegas.

US men beat Canada 2-0 to win their 2nd straight CONCACAF Nations League title

By Associated Press

June 18, 2023 at 10:54 p.m.

Folarin Balogun and Chris Richards scored their first international goals, both off assists from Gio...