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
Orlando City and Chicago Fire have a track record that never disappoints football fans.
The two teams meet this 20/08 (Thursday), at Inter&Co Stadium (The Exploria), at 00:30, and the MLS 2026 gets another chapter of this rivalry.
In their last 5 across all competitions, Orlando City have won 2 time(s) and score 2 goals per match. Meanwhile, Chicago Fire have won 3 time(s). Chicago Fire have a 31% chance of winning according to the bookmakers.
See the probable line-ups, match details, where to watch and the prediction for Orlando City vs Chicago Fire.
Prediction for Orlando City vs Chicago Fire
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Overview Orlando City vs Chicago Fire
Chicago Fire are favourites, with a 31% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Chicago Fire Football Club win are at 2.26 and a draw at 4.69.
In the Major League Soccer, Orlando City have 6 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 10 defeat(s), with 31 goal(s) scored and 48 conceded. The top scorer is Martín Ojeda, with 11 goal(s). On the other side, Chicago Fire have 9 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 6 defeat(s), with 32 goal(s) scored and 23 conceded. Hugo Cuypers is the top scorer with 13 goal(s).
Orlando City are unbeaten against Chicago Fire in 3 matches.
In the last 3 matches involving Orlando City, all had under 9.5 corners.
In the last 4 matches involving Chicago Fire, all had over 2.5 goals.
Chicago Fire have conceded goals in their last 4 matches in the league.
In the last 4 matches involving Chicago Fire, the first half had 2 or more goals.
Head-to-head between Orlando City and Chicago Fire
In 23 clashes, Orlando City have the advantage over Chicago Fire: 8 win(s) against 7 and 8 draw(s). The most recent was on 23/10/2025, in the MLS. Chicago Fire won on that occasion.
The dominance in the head-to-head record is a factor that goes into the predictions for Orlando City vs Chicago Fire, but it does not define the result alone. The context of the tournament and each team's form weigh just as much as the record.
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Orlando City: current form
Orlando City's attack is firing: an average of 2 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions. One of the most productive attacks at the moment.
See their performance in this edition of the MLS:
6 win(s), 3 draw(s), 10 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.11 point(s) per match
31 goals scored (1.63 per match)
Top scorer: Martín Ojeda (11 goal(s))
Chicago Fire: current form
For the visitors, Chicago Fire have played 17 match(es) in the MLS Soccer.
See their performance:
9 win(s), 2 draw(s), 6 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.71 point(s) per match
32 goals scored (1.88 per match)
Top scorer: Hugo Cuypers (13 goal(s))
Orlando City vs Chicago Fire key players
In the MLS, Martín Ojeda carries Orlando City Soccer Club's attack with 11 goal(s).
The playmaker is Justin Ellis, leading in assists with 5. In the whole season, Martín Ojeda has 11 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).
Orlando City vs Chicago Fire statistics in the MLS
Orlando City have an average of 11.16 corners and 2.42 cards per match. Meanwhile, Chicago Fire have 10.24 corners and 2.53 cards. See the numbers for Orlando City vs Chicago Fire in the table below.
Orlando City
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D L W W L |
1.4 |
| Home | D W D W W |
2.2 |
| Away | L W L L W |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 32% | 44% | 20% |
| Goals | 4.16 | 3.33 | 4.9 |
| Scored | 1.63 | 1.78 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 2.53 | 1.56 | 3.4 |
| Both Teams to Score | 63% | 78% | 50% |
| Without Conceding | 11% | 11% | 10% |
| Failed To Score | 26% | 11% | 40% |
| 1st to Score | 47% | 67% | 30% |
|
xG
|
1.4 | 1.45 | 1.35 |
|
xGA
|
1.97 | 1.86 | 2.06 |
Chicago Fire
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W W L L W |
1.8 |
| Home | W W W L L |
1.8 |
| Away | L L W W D |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 56% | 70% | 38% |
| Goals | 3.22 | 3.1 | 3.38 |
| Scored | 1.89 | 2 | 1.75 |
| Conceded | 1.33 | 1.1 | 1.63 |
| Both Teams to Score | 67% | 60% | 75% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 40% | 25% |
| Failed To Score | 6% | 0% | 13% |
| 1st to Score | 47% | 80% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.58 | 1.76 | 1.36 |
|
xGA
|
1.38 | 1.2 | 1.59 |
More tips for Orlando City vs Chicago Fire
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Correct score prediction for Orlando City 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: Orlando City 0-1 Chicago Fire. The correct result is the market with the highest variance. Bet with awareness.
Where to watch Orlando City vs Chicago Fire
Check out where to watch the live match between Chicago Fire and Orlando City:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Orlando City and Chicago Fire
The line-ups for Orlando City 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.
Orlando City Soccer Club line-up
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4
David Brekalo
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5
Luis Aquino
Midfielder
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6
Robin Jansson
Defender
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7
Antoine Griezmann
Forward
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14
Tyrese Spicer
Forward
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22
Justin Ellis
Forward
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24
Griffin Dorsey
Defender
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35
Joran Gerbet
Midfielder
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44
Bernardo Rhein Goncalves
Forward
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71
Maxime Crépeau
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77
Iván Angulo
Forward
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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2
Leonardo Barroso
Defender
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3
Jack Elliott
Defender
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5
Samual Rogers
Defender
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6
Anton Jönsson Salétros
Midfielder
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7
Maren Haile-Selassie
Midfielder
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9
Robert Lewandowski
Forward
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11
Philip Zinckernagel
Forward
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15
Andrew Gutman
Defender
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17
Robin Lod
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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 Orlando City vs Chicago Fire
Match: Orlando City vs Chicago Fire
Tournament: MLS Soccer 2026
Date: 20/08/2026
Time: 00:30 (Brasília time)
Venue: Inter&Co Stadium (The Exploria)
Broadcast: none scheduled
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