Main prediction: Chicago Fire to win in regular time
Alternative tip: over 1.5 goals in the 1st half
Other market: over 10.5 corners
New York Red Bulls and Chicago Fire meet again. The clash, valid for the MLS 2026, takes place this 23/08 (Sunday), at Red Bull Arena, at 00:30.
In their last 5 matches across all competitions, New York Red Bulls have won 2 time(s). Chicago Fire have won 3. Chicago Fire are the favourites with a 32% probability of winning on the betting platforms.
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Prediction for New York Red Bulls vs Chicago Fire
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Overview New York Red Bulls vs Chicago Fire
Chicago Fire are favourites, with a 32% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Chicago Fire Football Club win are at 2.29 and a draw at 4.66.
In the Major League Soccer, New York Red Bulls have 7 win(s), 4 draw(s) and 8 defeat(s), with 30 goal(s) scored and 41 conceded. The top scorer is Julian Hall, with 9 goal(s). On the other side, Chicago Fire have 10 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 6 defeat(s), with 34 goal(s) scored and 24 conceded. Hugo Cuypers is the top scorer with 13 goal(s).
In the last 13 clashes between New York Red Bulls and Chicago Fire, all had under 9.5 corners.
New York Red Bulls have conceded goals in all of their last 4 clashes against Chicago Fire.
New York Red Bulls have conceded goals in their last 17 matches in the competition.
In the last 3 matches involving New York Red Bulls, all had under 9.5 corners.
In the last 5 matches involving Chicago Fire, all had over 2.5 goals.
Chicago Fire have conceded goals in their last 5 matches in the league.
In the last 5 matches involving Chicago Fire, the first half had 2 or more goals.
Head-to-head between New York Red Bulls and Chicago Fire
In 36 clashes between New York Red Bulls and Chicago Fire, the record is balanced: 13 win(s) for each side and 10 draw(s). The most recent was on 09/05/2026, in the MLS. Score: Chicago Fire 1-3 New York Red Bulls.
A head-to-head record without clear dominance makes the predictions for New York Red Bulls vs Chicago Fire even more open and places each team's current form at the centre of the analysis.
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New York Red Bulls: current form
New York Red Bulls are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.
See the numbers in the Major League Soccer 2026:
7 win(s), 4 draw(s), 8 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.32 point(s) per match
30 goals scored (1.58 per match)
Top scorer: Julian Hall (9 goal(s))
Chicago Fire: current form
For the visitors, Chicago Fire have played 18 match(es) in the MLS Soccer.
See their performance:
10 win(s), 2 draw(s), 6 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.78 point(s) per match
34 goals scored (1.89 per match)
Top scorer: Hugo Cuypers (13 goal(s))
New York Red Bulls vs Chicago Fire key players
In the MLS, Julian Hall carries New York Red Bulls's attack with 9 goal(s).
The playmaker is Cade Cowell, leading in assists with 6. In the whole season, Julian Hall has 9 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 8. In the whole season, Hugo Cuypers has accumulated 13 goal(s).
New York Red Bulls vs Chicago Fire statistics in the MLS
New York Red Bulls have an average of 10.58 corners and 2.32 cards per match. Meanwhile, Chicago Fire have 9.89 corners and 2.5 cards. See the numbers for New York Red Bulls vs Chicago Fire in the table below.
New York Red Bulls
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L W L L |
0.6 |
| Home | L W L D W |
1.4 |
| Away | L L W W L |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 35% | 40% | 30% |
| Goals | 3.6 | 3.5 | 3.7 |
| Scored | 1.5 | 1.6 | 1.4 |
| Conceded | 2.1 | 1.9 | 2.3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 70% | 50% | 90% |
| Without Conceding | 5% | 10% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 40% | 10% |
| 1st to Score | 55% | 60% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.61 | 1.67 | 1.54 |
|
xGA
|
1.53 | 1.39 | 1.67 |
Chicago Fire
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W W L L |
1.8 |
| Home | W W W L L |
1.8 |
| Away | W L L W W |
1.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 58% | 70% | 44% |
| Goals | 3.21 | 3.1 | 3.33 |
| Scored | 1.89 | 2 | 1.78 |
| Conceded | 1.32 | 1.1 | 1.56 |
| Both Teams to Score | 68% | 60% | 78% |
| Without Conceding | 32% | 40% | 22% |
| Failed To Score | 5% | 0% | 11% |
| 1st to Score | 55% | 80% | 56% |
|
xG
|
1.55 | 1.76 | 1.31 |
|
xGA
|
1.4 | 1.2 | 1.61 |
More tips for New York Red Bulls vs Chicago Fire
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Correct score prediction for New York Red Bulls vs Chicago Fire
Chicago Fire are the favourites in the odds in this clash. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Probable score: New York Red Bulls 0-1 Chicago Fire. The correct result is the market with the highest variance. Bet with awareness.
Where to watch New York Red Bulls vs Chicago Fire
Check out where to watch the live match between Chicago Fire and New York Red Bulls:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for New York Red Bulls and Chicago Fire
The line-ups for New York Red Bulls 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.
New York Red Bulls line-up
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2
Justin Che
Defender
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7
Cade Cowell
Forward
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10
Emil Forsberg
Forward
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11
Jorge Ruvalcaba
Forward
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12
Dylan Nealis
Defender
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14
Julián Medina
Defender
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15
Adri Mehmeti
Midfielder
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16
Julian Hall
Forward
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34
Ethan Horvath
Goalkeeper
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48
Ronald Donkor
Midfielder
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56
Matthew Dos Santos
Defender
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Chicago Fire Football Club line-up
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1
Christopher Brady
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3
Jack Elliott
Defender
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6
Anton Jönsson Salétros
Midfielder
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9
Robert Lewandowski
Forward
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12
Puso Dithejane
Forward
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15
Andrew Gutman
Defender
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16
Joel Waterman
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19
Jonathan Bamba
Forward
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24
Jonathan Dean
Defender
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29
David Poręba
Midfielder
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42
Dje Tah D'Avilla
Midfielder
The Chicago Fire starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for New York Red Bulls vs Chicago Fire
Match: New York Red Bulls vs Chicago Fire
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 23/08/2026
Time: 00:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: Red Bull Arena
Broadcast: none scheduled
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