Explore My Football Facts' detailed preview for Chicago Fire vs New York RB in the Major League Soccer. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 19:30 BST match.
Fixture Information
| Fixture | Chicago Fire vs New York RB |
|---|---|
| Competition | Major League Soccer |
| Date | Saturday, 09 May 2026 |
| Kick-off | 19:30 BST |
| Venue | Soldier Field |
Match Prediction: Chicago Fire 1-1 New York RB
Prediction Stats
Fulltime Result Probability
Both Teams To Score Probability
Over/Under 2.5 Probability
Last 5 Meetings
| League | Date | Match | Score | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 27 Jul 2025 |  Chicago Fire vs  New York RB |
1 – 0 | Soldier Field |
| Major League Soccer | 06 Apr 2025 | New York RB vs Chicago Fire |
2 – 1 | Red Bull Arena |
| Major League Soccer | 15 Sep 2024 | Chicago Fire vs New York RB |
2 – 1 | Soldier Field |
| Major League Soccer | 14 Apr 2024 | New York RB vs Chicago Fire |
0 – 0 | Sports Illustrated Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 01 Oct 2023 | New York RB vs Chicago Fire |
0 – 1 | Sports Illustrated Stadium |
Chicago Fire come into this with the stronger recent league results, having won three of their last five and scored freely in the process. New York RB, by contrast, have gone five without a win and have conceded multiple goals in four of those matches, so the balance of form points towards the home side. Chicago Fire have also beaten New York RB in two of the last three head-to-head meetings, which adds a bit more weight to the home case.
That said, New York RB have still shown they can get on the scoresheet, with draws of 4-4 and 2-2 in their recent run, so Chicago Fire may need to be alert at the back. With no xG data available, the clearest angle is form and recent scoring patterns, and that suggests chances at both ends rather than a tight game. Match Prediction: Chicago Fire 2-1 New York RB
Form Guide & Team Overview
Chicago Fire
Chicago Fire’s recent league form is solid, with three wins, one draw and one defeat across their last five. The standout result is the 5-0 home win over Sporting KC, while the 1-0 wins over Atlanta United and Nashville SC show they have also been able to control tighter matches.
Their only recent setback was the 2-3 home loss to Cincinnati, but even there they scored twice. Overall, the numbers point to a side that has been creating enough to stay competitive and has generally been strong at Soldier Field.
Chicago Fire Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 3 May 2026 | Chicago Fire vs  Cincinnati |
2 – 3 | L | Soldier Field |
| Major League Soccer | 26 Apr 2026 | Chicago Fire vs  Sporting KC |
5 – 0 | W | Soldier Field |
| Major League Soccer | 18 Apr 2026 | Cincinnati vs Chicago Fire |
3 – 3 | D | TQL Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 12 Apr 2026 | Chicago Fire vs  Atlanta United |
1 – 0 | W | Soldier Field |
| Major League Soccer | 5 Apr 2026 | Chicago Fire vs  Nashville SC |
1 – 0 | W | Soldier Field |
New York RB
New York RB’s recent league form is poor, with no wins in their last five. They have lost three of those matches and drawn the other two, while conceding at least two goals in every game in that run.
The 4-4 draw with DC United and 2-2 draw at Inter Miami show they can still find goals, but the defensive record is a concern. On current evidence, they are arriving here under pressure and needing a much cleaner performance at both ends.
New York RB Last 5 Results
| League | Date | Match | Score | Result | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major League Soccer | 2 May 2026 | New York RB vs  Dallas |
0 – 2 | L | Red Bull Arena |
| Major League Soccer | 25 Apr 2026 | Cincinnati vs New York RB |
2 – 0 | L | TQL Stadium |
| Major League Soccer | 22 Apr 2026 | New York RB vs  DC United |
4 – 4 | D | Red Bull Arena |
| Major League Soccer | 18 Apr 2026 |  CF Montréal vs New York RB |
4 – 1 | L | Stade Saputo |
| Major League Soccer | 11 Apr 2026 |  Inter Miami vs New York RB |
2 – 2 | D | Chase Stadium |
Team News & Injury Report
Chicago Fire
- Leonardo Barroso (Unknown Injury)
New York RB
- Justin Che (Hamstring Injury)
Lineups & Tactical Setup
Chicago Fire (4-2-3-1)
Predicted lineup: Chris Brady (Goalkeeper), Andrew Gutman (Defender), Jack Elliott (Defender), Jonathan Dean (Defender), Mbekezeli Mbokazi (Defender), Anton Salétros (Midfielder), Djé D'Avilla (Midfielder), Maren Haile-Selassie (Midfielder), Philip Zinckernagel (Midfielder), Robin Lod (Midfielder), Hugo Cuypers (Attacker)
Chicago Fire’s predicted 4-2-3-1 should give them a stable base in midfield, with Anton Salétros and Djé D'Avilla helping to connect play and protect the back four. Ahead of them, the attacking midfield line can support Hugo Cuypers and give Chicago Fire enough bodies around the box to press New York RB back.
New York RB (4-3-3)
Predicted lineup: Ethan Horvath (Goalkeeper), Dylan Nealis (Defender), Juan Mina (Defender), Matthew Dos Santos (Defender), Tim Parker (Defender), Adri Mehmeti (Midfielder), Emil Forsberg (Midfielder), Ronald Donkor (Midfielder), Cade Cowell (Attacker), Jorge Ruvalcaba (Attacker), Julian Hall (Attacker)
New York RB’s predicted 4-3-3 gives them width and pace in the front line, with the three attackers able to stretch Chicago Fire’s defence. The midfield trio will need to keep the ball moving quickly if they are to feed Cade Cowell and the other forwards in useful areas.
Key Battles & Players to Watch
| Chicago Fire | New York RB | Text |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Fire | New York RB | Hugo Cuypers against Dylan Nealis could be decisive if Chicago Fire can get Cuypers into central scoring positions. |
| Chicago Fire | New York RB | Anton Salétros against Adri Mehmeti looks important because the midfield battle may decide who controls the tempo. |
| Chicago Fire | New York RB | Hugo Cuypers is key for Chicago Fire because their recent results show they have been relying on him to finish chances. |
| Chicago Fire | New York RB | Cade Cowell is key for New York RB because their recent scoring record suggests they need direct threat from the front line. |
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