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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...

Christian Atsu plays for Newcastle United, Jan. 12, 2019. Search teams have recovered the body of Ghanaian international soccer player Christian Atsu in the ruins of a building that collapsed during the devastating earthquake that struck Turkey and Syria, his manager said Saturday Feb. 18, 2023.

Ghanaian soccer star Christian Atsu dies in Turkey earthquake

By Associated Press

February 20, 2023 at 8:38 a.m.

Christian Atsu, the Ghana international forward who played for Premier League clubs Chelsea and Newcastle,...

Christian Atsu looks on as he plays for Newcastle United, Jan. 12, 2019.

Ghana soccer player Christian Atsu’s well-being and whereabouts unknown after earthquake in Turkey

By Associated Press

February 9, 2023 at 11:37 a.m.

Ghana international soccer player Christian Atsu is missing after the earthquake in Turkey, his club...

Fans welcome Manchester City players before the start of the Premier League soccer match against Aston Villa at the Etihad Stadium on May 22, 2022.

Manchester City accused of misleading Premier League over finances from 2009-18

By Associated Press

February 6, 2023 at 7:27 a.m.

Manchester City was accused by the Premier League on Monday of providing misleading information about...

People view the Chicago Fire FC Field inside the North Austin Center before a ribbon cutting ceremony on Feb. 2, 2023, in Chicago.

Jason Heyward opens his baseball academy in North Austin — a 10-acre campus that also includes Chicago’s largest indoor soccer field

By Shakeia Taylor

February 3, 2023 at 12:25 p.m.

Former Chicago Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward attended a ribbon cutting Thursday for the North Austin...

Former Chicago Cubs player Jason Heyward gets in position to receive a ceremonial first pitch during the opening ceremony for the North Austin Center on Feb. 2, 2023 in Chicago.

Photos: Inside the North Austin Center sports complex

By Contributed Content

February 3, 2023 at 8:17 a.m.

Logos for Grace and Peace church mission, Intentional Sports and By The Hand Club For...

Lincoln-Way's Ned Grabavoy (11) works the ball into the box against Joliet Township during a game on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2000.

Ned Grabavoy, an All-American player, looks to take Portland Timbers to next level in MLS. ‘I’ve seen it all.’

By Jeff Vorva

February 2, 2023 at 9:48 a.m.

When his twins James and Charlotte play soccer, Ned Grabavoy is just one of millions...

Emily Cosler, a Sandburg graduate, is playing an important role for the U.S. Soccer Federation.

Emily Cosler, a golf star at Sandburg, gets up to speed with US Soccer Federation. ‘Safety is the foundation.’

By Jeff Vorva

January 31, 2023 at 8:17 a.m.

Emily Cosler walked into her new place of employment on Oct. 3. Cosler, an Orland...

Portland Thorns fans hold signs during the first half of the team's NWSL soccer match against the Houston Dash in Portland, Ore., Oct. 6, 2021.

US Soccer announces program to ensure player safety

By Associated Press

January 30, 2023 at 1:19 p.m.

U.S. Soccer has introduced a Safe Soccer program that will require comprehensive vetting of individuals...

Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid CF looks on during the LaLiga Santander match between Athletic Club and Real Madrid CF on Jan. 22, 2023 in Bilbao, Spain.

Life-size doll wearing shirt of Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. hung from bridge in possible hate crime

By Muri Assunção

January 26, 2023 at 3:14 p.m.

A life-size doll wearing the shirt of Brazilian soccer star Vinicius Jr. was found hung...

US Soccer Federation lists a pair of historic South Loop mansions for a combined $4.2M

By Bob Goldsborough

January 23, 2023 at 8:22 a.m.

The U.S. Soccer Federation has listed two adjacent South Loop mansions that it long has...