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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...

Cubs and Sox fans take in batting practice before a game between the two teams at Wrigley Field in Chicago on June 18, 2019.

How Chicago sports teams — and fans — are evolving in digital ticket age: ‘There’s more than one way to frame a memory’

By Meghan Montemurro

March 27, 2023 at 10:34 a.m.

Twenty-seven years ago, a Hanukkah gift produced a memento Jack Silverstein still holds on to,...

San Diego Wave forward Alex Morgan during their game against Angel City at Snapdragon Stadium on Sept. 17, 2022 in San Diego.

Chicago Red Stars lose opener 3-2 on last-minute winner from San Diego Wave’s Alex Morgan

By Associated Press

March 26, 2023 at 1:42 p.m.

Alex Morgan scored on a penalty in the 88th minute and the San Diego Wave...

Chicago Fire forward Kei Kamara (23) heads the ball away from Philadelphia Union defender Jack Elliott during an MLS match on March 11, 2023, in Chester, Pa.

Chicago Fire earn their 1st win of the season, beating Inter Miami 3-2 on Kei Kamara’s stoppage-time goal

By Associated Press

March 25, 2023 at 10:26 p.m.

Kei Kamara scored in the second minute of second-half stoppage time, rallying the Chicago Fire...

Chicago Red Stars forward Mallory Pugh plays during the first half of the NWSL Championship soccer match against the Spirit on Nov. 20, 2021.

Mallory Swanson and the Chicago Red Stars start a redefining season Saturday. Here’s what to know about the team.

By Julia Poe

March 24, 2023 at 9:58 a.m.

With new ownership and a slate of fresh faces, the Chicago Red Stars face an...

Fire goalie Spencer Richey waves to fans after a match against New York City on March 4 at Soldier Field.

Chicago Fire stay winless after allowing a pair of late goals in a 3-3 draw with Cincinnati

By Associated Press

March 18, 2023 at 11:47 p.m.

Sergio Santos and Junior Moreno scored goals three minutes apart late in the second half...

Canada geese walk southwest on the vacant land bordered by Roosevelt Road, 14th Street, Ashland Avenue and Loomis Street in Chicago, March 23, 2022.
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Chicago Fire to lease Chicago Housing Authority land on Near West Side

By Lizzie Kane

March 13, 2023 at 3:57 p.m.

The Chicago Fire signed a lease on Monday with the Chicago Housing Authority to build...

Chicago Fire forward Chris Mueller, right, makes a run during a match against New York City FC on March 4, 2023, at Soldier Field.

Chicago Fire earn a tie in their 3rd straight season opener

By Associated Press

March 5, 2023 at 7:47 a.m.

Fabian Herbers scored a goal in the 75th minute to help the Chicago Fire earn...

Chicago Fire's starting lineup poses before a their season opener against New York City FC on March 4, 2023, at Soldier Field. The teams played to a 1-1 draw.

Photos: Chicago Fire season opener at Soldier Field

By Shanna Madison

March 4, 2023 at 11:21 p.m.

Chicago Fire's starting lineup poses before a their season opener against New York City FC...

The Chicago Fire introduce new midfielder Xherdan Shaqiri on Feb. 21, 2022.

Chicago Fire kick off season at Soldier Field with high hopes of gaining ground as Bears look to leave for Arlington Heights

By Robert Channick

March 4, 2023 at 9:46 a.m.

When the Chicago Fire host New York City FC in the MLS season opener Saturday...

United States forward Alex Morgan, center, lifts the SheBelieves Cup with teammates after they won a soccer match against Brazil 2-0 Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023, in Frisco, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

U.S. wins SheBelieves Cup with 2-1 win over Brazil behind goals from Alex Morgan, Mallory Swanson

By Associated Press

February 23, 2023 at 8:21 a.m.

FRISCO — Alex Morgan and Mallory Swanson scored and the United States defeated Brazil 2-1...