Chicago Fire FC vs New York Red Bulls

The MLS - the flagship competition of the association — reaches matchday 1 with a fixture between Chicago Fire FC and New York Red Bulls at Soldier Field on 05/09/2026 at 18:30. Chicago Fire FC (.) enter this game having won 4 from 6 home games recently and lost 2 - 3 against FC Cincinnati last time out. New York Red Bulls (.) suffered defeat against FC Dallas (0 - 2). Their attacking record this season stands at goals — an average of per game. In the last 6 months, they have scored 7 and conceded 16 in away games. Our AI-powered probability-based forecast currently points to Chicago Fire FC to win in front of their home crowd in the top flight at 59%.

Top Betting Tips and Best Odds for the MLS Fixture

Three-Way BetChicago Fire FC59%5/8·PalmslotsT&C's apply | +18 Total Goals Over/Under 2.5Over 2.5 Goals66%11/23·PalmslotsT&C's apply | +18 ★ Expert TipExpert TipOver 3.5 Goals44%6/5·CosmobetT&C's apply | +18

Important analyses and previews ahead of kick-off

Three-Way BetChicago Fire FC 59% · X 20% · New York Red Bulls 21%Chicago Fire FCXNew York Red BullsBoth Teams To Score Yes/NoYes 62% · No 38%YesNoTotal Goals Over/Under 2.5Over 66% · Under 34%OverUnderTotal Goals Over/Under 3.5Over 44% · Under 56%OverUnderCorrect Score2-110%1-19%2-08%

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Current odds for Chicago Fire FC vs New York Red Bulls

ProbabilityChicago Fire FC59%Draw20%New York Red Bulls21%

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How Do the Two Sides Stack Up? A Detailed Performance Breakdown

Chicago Fire FC Form

Last 5 games

LWDWW

Chicago Fire FC's last competitive outing ended 2 - 3 against FC Cincinnati — a defeat that will have been a tough pill to swallow. Their next challenge comes at Soldier Field on Saturday.

Chicago Fire FC's form over the past 6 months paints a clear picture: 5 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats from 10 games. At home, they have won 4 of 6 games, scoring 13 goals and conceding 5 on their own turf.

A closer look at Chicago Fire FC's last 10 games reveals a side that has scored 19 goals and conceded 11. Their home performances stand out: 4 wins from 6 home fixtures, with 2 defeats — averaging 1.9 goals scored and 1.1 conceded per game.

New York Red Bulls Form

Last 5 games

LLDLD

New York Red Bulls most recently faced FC Dallas, losing the match 0 - 2. It was a result that left the squad determined to bounce back and take something from this trip to Soldier Field.

The last 6 months have seen New York Red Bulls play 11 competitive matches, winning 3 and losing 5. Of their 6 away games during this stretch, they have won 1 and lost 3. They have scored 16 goals home and away combined, conceding 27.

A closer look at New York Red Bulls's last 11 games reveals a side that has scored 16 goals and conceded 27. Their away performances stand out: 1 wins from 6 away fixtures, with 3 defeats — averaging 1.45 goals scored and 2.45 conceded per game.

Stats per Game

Chicago Fire FC New York Red Bulls

Goals scored

1.9

1.4

Corners

4.2

6.1

Fouls

13.2

11.2

Saves

2.8

2.9

MLS

MLS Table

#	Team	Played	Diff.	Pnts
1	Nashville S.C.	10	15	23
2	New England Revolution	10	6	19
3	Inter Miami CF	11	3	19
4	Chicago Fire FC Home	10	8	17
5	D.C. United	11	-2	15
· · · 4 places · · ·
10	Columbus Crew	11	0	12
11	New York Red Bulls Away	11	-11	12
12	Atlanta United FC	11	-6	10

Last Meetings

07/27/2025

Chicago Fire FC
New York Red Bulls

1-0

04/05/2025

New York Red Bulls
Chicago Fire FC

2-1

09/15/2024

Chicago Fire FC
New York Red Bulls

2-1

04/13/2024

New York Red Bulls
Chicago Fire FC

0-0

Form Trend – Points per Game (Last 5 Matches)

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What Does Our Statistical Model Back? The Best Tip for Chicago Fire FC vs New York Red Bulls

After weighing up all available data for Chicago Fire FC vs New York Red Bulls, our AI model favours Chicago Fire FC to win on home soil at a probability of 59%. The best odds for this outcome are 5/8 at Palmslots. Our standout tip is "Total Goals Over/Under 3.5" — a 44% probability with top odds of 6/5 at Cosmobet.Best Tip Over 3.5 Goals6/5Place betT&C's apply | +18