Colorado Rapids vs Chicago Fire: prediction, where to watch, kick-off time and line-ups - 01/11

The MLS 2026 brings a clash the fans know well. Colorado Rapids and Chicago Fire meet again this 01/11, at 01:30, at Dick's Sporting Goods Park. A match-up that always holds surprises.

In their last 5 across all competitions, Colorado Rapids have won 1 time(s). Chicago Fire have won 2. Colorado Rapids are the favourites with a 42.02% chance according to the bookmakers.

Check out where to watch, who is expected to start and the prediction for Colorado Rapids vs Chicago Fire.

Overview Colorado Rapids vs Chicago Fire

Colorado Rapids are favourites, with a 42.02% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Chicago Fire Football Club win are at 3.279 and a draw at 3.922.

In the Major League Soccer, Colorado Rapids have 12 win(s), 7 draw(s) and 13 defeat(s), with 44 goal(s) scored and 43 conceded. The top scorer is Rafael Navarro Leal, with 18 goal(s). On the other side, Chicago Fire have 15 win(s), 7 draw(s) and 10 defeat(s), with 57 goal(s) scored and 48 conceded. Hugo Cuypers is the top scorer with 13 goal(s).

Head-to-head between Colorado Rapids and Chicago Fire

In 12 clashes, Chicago Fire have the advantage over Colorado Rapids: 4 win(s) against 3 and 5 draw(s). The most recent was on 20/04/2019, in the MLS, the match score was: Chicago Fire 4-1 Colorado Rapids.

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

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Colorado Rapids: current form

Colorado Rapids have played 32 match(es) in the MLS.

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

• 12 win(s), 7 draw(s), 13 defeat(s)
• Performance: 1.34 point(s) per match
• 44 goals scored (1.38 per match)
• Top scorer: Rafael Navarro Leal (18 goal(s))

Chicago Fire: current form

For the visitors, Chicago Fire have played 32 match(es) in the MLS Soccer.

See their performance:

• 15 win(s), 7 draw(s), 10 defeat(s)
• Performance: 1.63 point(s) per match
• 57 goals scored (1.78 per match)
• Top scorer: Hugo Cuypers (13 goal(s))

Colorado Rapids vs Chicago Fire key players

In the MLS, Rafael Navarro Leal carries Colorado Rapids Soccer Club's attack with 18 goal(s).

The playmaker is Paxten Aaronson, leading in assists with 8. In the whole season, Rafael Navarro Leal has 18 goal(s).

On the other side, Hugo Cuypers is the name that frightens the most for The Men in Red with 13 goal(s) in the MLS.

In terms of playmaking, Philip Zinckernagel leads in assists with 9. In the whole season, Hugo Cuypers has accumulated 13 goal(s).

Colorado Rapids vs Chicago Fire statistics in the MLS

Colorado Rapids have an average of 9.31 corners and 2.94 cards per match. Chicago Fire have 9.47 corners and 2.31 cards. The statistics for Colorado Rapids vs Chicago Fire are in the table below.

Colorado Rapids

Home

DWDDD

VS

Chicago Fire

Away

DWLLW

OverallHome / Away

Points & Results

• 1.34
  PPG
  1.63
• 38%
  Wins
  47%
• 59%
  First to Score
  59%

Goals Scored & Conceded

• 1.38
  Scored/game
  1.78
• 1.34
  Conceded/game
  1.50
• 1.39
  xG
  1.62
• 1.28
  xGA
  1.41

Trends

• 47%
  Both Score
  72%
• 34%
  Clean Sheet
  22%
• 25%
  Failed to Score
  9%

Correct score prediction for Colorado Rapids vs Chicago Fire

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

Where to watch Colorado Rapids vs Chicago Fire

Check out where to watch the live match between Chicago Fire and Colorado Rapids:

Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled

Predicted line-ups for Colorado Rapids and Chicago Fire

The line-ups for Colorado Rapids vs Chicago Fire 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.

Colorado Rapids Soccer Club line-up

The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.

Chicago Fire Football Club line-up

The Chicago Fire starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.

Match details for Colorado Rapids vs Chicago Fire

Match: Colorado Rapids vs Chicago Fire

Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026

Date: 01/11/2026

Time: 01:30 (Brasília time)

Venue: Dick's Sporting Goods Park

Broadcast: none scheduled

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