Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 15/10

Chicago Fire and Philadelphia Union have a track record that never disappoints football fans.

The two teams meet this 15/10 (Thursday), at Soldier Field, at 01:30, and the MLS 2026 gets another chapter of this rivalry.

In their last 5 across all competitions, Chicago Fire have won 3 time(s) and score 1.4 goals per match. Meanwhile, Philadelphia Union have won 5 time(s). Chicago Fire have a 38.46% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.

See the probable line-ups, match details, where to watch and the prediction for Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union.

Overview Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union

Chicago Fire are favourites, with a 38.46% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Philadelphia Union win are at 2.77 and a draw at 8.

In the MLS, Chicago Fire have 14 win(s), 6 draw(s) and 8 defeat(s), with 51 goal(s) scored and 40 conceded, having Hugo Cuypers as top scorer with 13 goal(s). Meanwhile, Philadelphia Union have 12 win(s), 6 draw(s) and 10 defeat(s), with 56 goal(s) scored and 45 conceded, and Milan Iloski as top scorer with 17 goal(s).

In the last 4 clashes between Chicago Fire and Philadelphia Union, all had over 2.5 goals.

Chicago Fire have conceded goals in all of their last 10 clashes against Philadelphia Union.

Chicago Fire are unbeaten in 3 matches in the MLS.

In the last 4 matches involving Chicago Fire, all had under 9.5 corners.

Philadelphia Union are unbeaten in 13 matches in the league.

In the last 5 matches involving Philadelphia Union, all had over 2.5 goals.

Philadelphia Union have conceded goals in their last 3 matches in the league.

Head-to-head between Chicago Fire and Philadelphia Union

In 39 clashes, Philadelphia Union have the advantage over Chicago Fire: 17 win(s) against 12 and 10 draw(s). The most recent was on 21/03/2026, in the MLS, the match score was: Philadelphia Union 1-2 Chicago Fire.

This data can contextualise the predictions for Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union, 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 28 match(es) in the MLS.

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

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

Performance: 1.71 point(s) per match

51 goals scored (1.82 per match)

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

Philadelphia Union: current form

On the other side, Philadelphia Union also arrive in attacking rhythm: an average of 4 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions.

Follow their performance in the MLS:

12 win(s), 6 draw(s), 10 defeat(s)

Performance: 1.5 point(s) per match

56 goals scored (2 per match)

Top scorer: Milan Iloski (17 goal(s))

Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union 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, Milan Iloski is the name that frightens the most for The Zolos with 17 goal(s) in the MLS.

In terms of playmaking, Francis Westfield leads in assists with 8. In the whole season, Milan Iloski has accumulated 17 goal(s).

Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union statistics in the MLS

Chicago Fire have an average of 9.43 corners and 2.29 cards per match. Philadelphia Union have 9.5 corners and 2.68 cards. The statistics for Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union are in the table below.

Chicago Fire

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Philadelphia Union

Away

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Points & Results

• 1.71
  PPG
  1.50
• 50%
  Wins
  43%
• 64%
  First to Score
  46%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.82
  Scored/game
  2
• 1.43
  Conceded/game
  1.61
• 1.61
  xG
  1.83
• 1.42
  xGA
  1.10

Trends

• 71%
  Both Score
  68%
• 25%
  Clean Sheet
  21%
• 7%
  Failed to Score
  18%

Correct score prediction for Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union

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

Where to watch Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union

Check out where to watch the live match between Philadelphia Union and Chicago Fire:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Chicago Fire and Philadelphia Union

The line-ups for Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union 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.

Philadelphia Union line-up

The Philadelphia Union starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union

Match: Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union

Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026

Date: 15/10/2026

Time: 01:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: Soldier Field

Broadcast: none scheduled

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