Chicago Fire vs New York City FC: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 10/10

The MLS 2026 brings a clash the fans know well. Chicago Fire and New York City FC meet again this 10/10, at 19:30, at Soldier Field. A match-up that always holds surprises.

In their last 5 across all competitions, Chicago Fire have won 2 time(s). New York City FC have won 1. Chicago Fire are the favourites with a 51.28% chance according to the bookmakers.

Check out where to watch, who is expected to start and the prediction for Chicago Fire vs New York City FC.

Overview Chicago Fire vs New York City FC

Chicago Fire are favourites, with a 51.28% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a New York City Football Club win are at 4.255 and a draw at 8.5.

In the MLS, Chicago Fire have 13 win(s), 6 draw(s) and 8 defeat(s), with 49 goal(s) scored and 39 conceded, having Hugo Cuypers as top scorer with 13 goal(s). Meanwhile, New York City FC have 8 win(s), 9 draw(s) and 10 defeat(s), with 41 goal(s) scored and 36 conceded, and Nicolás Fernández as top scorer with 15 goal(s).

In the last 4 clashes between Chicago Fire and New York City FC, all had over 2.5 goals.

Chicago Fire are unbeaten against New York City FC in 10 matches.

Chicago Fire have conceded goals in all of their last 4 clashes against New York City FC.

In the last 3 matches involving Chicago Fire, all had under 9.5 corners.

Chicago Fire have won the last 3 matches against New York City FC.

Head-to-head between Chicago Fire and New York City FC

In 25 clashes, New York City FC have the advantage over Chicago Fire: 14 win(s) against 3 and 8 draw(s). The most recent was on 26/07/2026, in the MLS, the match score was: New York City FC 3-1 Chicago Fire.

This data can contextualise the predictions for Chicago Fire vs New York City FC, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.

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Chicago Fire: current form

Chicago Fire have played 27 match(es) in the MLS.

See the team's performance in the MLS Soccer 2026:

13 win(s), 6 draw(s), 8 defeat(s)

Performance: 1.67 point(s) per match

49 goals scored (1.81 per match)

Top scorer: Hugo Cuypers (13 goal(s))

New York City FC: current form

For the visitors, New York City FC have played 27 match(es) in the MLS Soccer.

See their performance:

• 8 win(s), 9 draw(s), 10 defeat(s)
• Performance: 1.22 point(s) per match
• 41 goals scored (1.52 per match)
• Top scorer: Nicolás Fernández (15 goal(s))

Chicago Fire vs New York City FC key players

In the MLS, Hugo Cuypers carries Chicago Fire Football Club's attack with 13 goal(s).

The playmaker is Philip Zinckernagel, leading in assists with 9. In the whole season, Hugo Cuypers has 13 goal(s).

On the other side, Nicolás Fernández is the name that frightens the most for The Pigeons with 15 goal(s) in the MLS.

In terms of playmaking, Agustin Ojeda leads in assists with 9. In the whole season, Nicolás Fernández has accumulated 15 goal(s).

Chicago Fire vs New York City FC statistics in the MLS

Chicago Fire have an average of 9.48 corners and 2.22 cards per match. New York City FC have 8.66 corners and 1.74 cards. The statistics for Chicago Fire vs New York City FC are in the table below.

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Points & Results

• 1.67
  PPG
  1.22
• 48%
  Wins
  30%
• 67%
  First to Score
  56%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.81
  Scored/game
  1.52
• 1.44
  Conceded/game
  1.33
• 1.61
  xG
  1.34
• 1.42
  xGA
  1.41

Trends

• 70%
  Both Score
  67%
• 26%
  Clean Sheet
  19%
• 7%
  Failed to Score
  19%

Correct score prediction for Chicago Fire vs New York City FC

The favoritism in the odds points to Chicago Fire. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Chicago Fire 1-0 New York City FC. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.

Where to watch Chicago Fire vs New York City FC

Check out where to watch the live match between New York City FC and Chicago Fire:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Chicago Fire and New York City FC

The line-ups for Chicago Fire vs New York City FC in the MLS Soccer are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.

Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.

Chicago Fire Football Club line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

New York City Football Club line-up

The New York City FC starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Chicago Fire vs New York City FC

Match: Chicago Fire vs New York City FC

Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026

Date: 10/10/2026

Time: 19:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: Soldier Field

Broadcast: none scheduled

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