Major League Soccer Gameweek 28
Chicago Fire 2 - 1 FT New York City FC
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
Hannes Wolf (Agustin Ojeda) 19'
20' Djé D'Avilla
43' Djé D'Avilla
↓ Nico Cavallo ↑Kevin O'Toole 45'
45' ↓ Jonathan Bamba ↑Mauricio Pineda
HT
55' Anton Saletros (Maren Haile-Selassie)
↓ Andrés Perea ↑Raul Bicalho 60'
↓ Alonso Martinez ↑Luighi Hanri Sousa Santos 60'
71' ↓ Robert Lewandowski ↑Johan Arath Gomez
71' ↓ Leonardo Barroso ↑Noah Allen
71' ↓ Philip Zinckernagel ↑Puso Dithejane
↓ Agustin Ojeda ↑Bénie Adama Traoré 75'
↓ James Sands ↑Jonathan Shore 76'
↓ Hannes Wolf ↑Malachi Jones 82'
90'+4 Mauricio Pineda
90'+5 ↓ Maren Haile-Selassie ↑Andreas Hanche-Olsen
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Chicago Fire
Goalkeepers
Chris Brady 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Jonathan Dean 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
100%
Duel Win %
Jack Elliott 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Mbekezeli Mbokazi 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
37%
Pass Acc
Leonardo Barroso
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
Midfielders
Philip Zinckernagel 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
8
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Anton Salétros 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.6
Rating
Tah D'Avilla 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Red Card
Mistake
Red Card
Mistake
4
Fouls
5.9
Rating
Jonathan Bamba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
Forwards
Robert Lewandowski
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
71
Total Mins
71
Entry
Maren Haile-Selassie 
CLUTCH HERO
87
Goal Time
87
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
9.0
Rating
BENCH
Josh Cohen 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Noah Allen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andreas Hanche-Olsen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mauricio Pineda
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
44
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andrew Gutman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sergio Oregel
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
David Poręba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Puso Dithejane
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Johan Gómez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
19
Total Mins
Started
Entry
New York City FC
Goalkeepers
Matthew Freese
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Tayvon Gray
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
37%
Pass Acc
Thiago Martins
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
James Sands
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Nico Cavallo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
46
Total Mins
45
Entry
Midfielders
Aiden O'Neill 
ENFORCER
7
Tackles
7
Tackles
11
Duels Won
79%
Win %
Andrés Perea
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
Axel Ojeda
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Nicolás Fernández Mercau
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
23%
Pass Acc
Hannes Wolf 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Forwards
Adrián Martínez
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
60
Total Mins
60
Entry
BENCH
Tomás Romero
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Matt Miazga
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Maxwell Murray
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kevin O'Toole
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
44
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Raul Gustavo
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Jonathan Shore
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
14
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Bénie Traoré
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
15
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Luighi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
30
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Malachi Jones
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25/2026 | New York City FC | 3 - 1 | Chicago Fire | Major League Soccer | Yankee Stadium |
| 09/14/2025 | Chicago Fire | 1 - 3 | New York City FC | Major League Soccer | Soldier Field |
| 05/25/2025 | New York City FC | 3 - 1 | Chicago Fire | Major League Soccer | Yankee Stadium |
| 08/24/2024 | New York City FC | 2 - 2 | Chicago Fire | Major League Soccer | Citi Field |
| 07/14/2024 | Chicago Fire | 0 - 0 | New York City FC | Major League Soccer | Soldier Field |
| 10/22/2023 | New York City FC | 1 - 0 | Chicago Fire | Major League Soccer | Citi Field |
| 03/05/2023 | Chicago Fire | 1 - 1 | New York City FC | Major League Soccer | Soldier Field |
| 08/21/2022 | Chicago Fire | 0 - 2 | New York City FC | Major League Soccer | SeatGeek Stadium |
| 05/22/2022 | New York City FC | 1 - 0 | Chicago Fire | Major League Soccer | Citi Field |
| 10/27/2021 | New York City FC | 1 - 0 | Chicago Fire | Major League Soccer | Yankee Stadium |
07/25/2026
09/14/2025
05/25/2025
08/24/2024
07/14/2024
10/22/2023
03/05/2023
08/21/2022
05/22/2022
10/27/2021
Chicago Fire Win
New York City FC Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 24 GD: +31
P: 22 GD: +16
P: 22 GD: +16
P: 23 GD: +10
P: 23 GD: +4
P: 22 GD: +4
P: 22 GD: -11
P: 22 GD: -6
P: 21 GD: -9
P: 22 GD: -14
P: 21 GD: -7
P: 23 GD: +2
P: 23 GD: -7
P: 24 GD: -15
League Standings
P: 32 GD: +43
P: 32 GD: +10
P: 32 GD: +20
P: 32 GD: +9
P: 32 GD: +11
P: 32 GD: +12
P: 32 GD: -12
P: 32 GD: -7
P: 32 GD: +3
P: 32 GD: -16
P: 32 GD: -10
P: 32 GD: +3
P: 32 GD: -18
P: 32 GD: -16
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Chicago Fire
New York City FC
Chicago Fire
New York City FC
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
Ten-Man Fire Spark Incredible Comeback at Soldier Field
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 75/100. A dramatic late winner capped off a stunning turnaround as Chicago defied a numerical disadvantage to stun New York.
Early Pigeons Strike and a Costly Sending Off
The opening phase at Soldier Field painted a grim picture for the home supporters as the visitors found their rhythm early. New York City FC edged possession in the first half, patiently probing a disciplined defensive block. Their breakthrough arrived in the 19th minute when Agustin Ojeda carved out space to feed Hannes Wolf, who finished with clinical precision to silence the crowd. The situation went from bad to worse for the Chicago Fire just before the halftime whistle. A rash challenge saw Djé D'Avilla shown a straight red card in the 43rd minute, leaving the hosts a man down and staring at a daunting deficit. With the Stakes escalating and their playoff positioning on the line, Chicago entered the locker room needing a monumental tactical shift to salvage anything from a matchup that seemed destined to slip away.
Saletros Sparks the Ten-Man Revival
Returning to the field with ten men, the home side orchestrated a masterclass in resilient, counter-attacking football. Rather than folding under the numerical disadvantage, Chicago completely disrupted New York's expected dominance. The visitors struggled to capitalize on their extra man, failing to shift the Balance of play effectively into the attacking third. This tactical complacency was punished relentlessly in the 55th minute. Stepping up when his team needed him most, Maren Haile-Selassie delivered a perfectly weighted ball into the penalty area. Anton Saletros timed his run impeccably to meet the delivery, driving the equalizer into the back of the net. The momentum violently swung back toward the shorthanded hosts, turning Soldier Field into a cauldron of noise. New York City looked entirely rattled, suddenly forced into a defensive posture despite holding the man advantage on the pitch.
Haile-Selassie Delivers the Final Blow
The final stretch devolved into a frantic, end-to-end shootout that defied all tactical logic. A staggering combined 27 shots turned the game into a chaotic spectacle, showcasing an off-the-charts Intensity rating as both squads hunted for a decisive blow. New York City threw bodies forward, but their 13 attempts lacked the killer instinct required to put the game to bed. Instead, the ultimate hero emerged for the shorthanded hosts. In the 87th minute, Haile-Selassie capped off a Man of the Match performance by finding the back of the net himself, completing an unbelievable turnaround. The late winner completely shattered the visitors' fragile confidence, extending their miserable run of form to five winless matches. For Chicago, this thrilling 2-1 triumph cements their top-five status in the Eastern Conference, proving they have the grit and character to overcome the steepest of adversities.
Key Questions
How did the red card for Djé D'Avilla impact the match?
Paradoxically, the 43rd-minute dismissal energized Chicago. Playing with ten men, they adopted a lethal counter-attacking style that ultimately secured an incredible comeback victory.
What made M. Haile-Selassie the Man of the Match?
Haile-Selassie was the absolute architect of the turnaround, providing a crucial assist for the equalizer before scoring the dramatic 87th-minute winner.
How dramatic was the late winner by M. Haile-Selassie?
The 87th-minute strike was a stunning climax to a chaotic match, completing a shorthanded comeback and sending the Soldier Field crowd into absolute delirium.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Playoff Chase Heats Up in the Windy City
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 60/100. A tight midfield struggle awaits as Chicago look to solidify their top-five status against a desperate New York side fighting to stay above the playoff line.
The Setup
Chicago Fire welcome New York City FC to Soldier Field this October 10, 2026, with crucial Eastern Conference positioning at stake. The hosts currently sit fifth with 42 points. The visitors languish in ninth, trailing by nine points. A modest Stakes rating reflects the gap in the table, but a very high Balance score points to a genuinely competitive fixture. Both sides have stumbled recently. Chicago's Form sits at a middling level after back-to-back draws. NYCFC arrive on the back of a patchy run, struggling to find rhythm on the road. Expect goals, however. A combined 2.7 goals per game hints at defensive vulnerabilities on both ends, and the attacking Stars on display will be eager to exploit any gaps.
Key Battle
R. Lewandowski brings genuine firepower to the Chicago frontline, boasting two goals and an assist in his last three outings. He will look to bypass the defensive efforts of Nicolás Fernández, who has commanded the New York City FC flank with authority. This clash of attacking quality against defensive stubbornness will define the tempo of the entire match.
Our Prediction
We back Chicago Fire to edge this one. While New York City FC will set up to frustrate, the home side's superior attacking quality should eventually break them down. Expect a 2-1 victory for Chicago as they exploit tired legs and open spaces late in the second half.