Chicago Fire FC

Football USA - MLS Soldier Field Thu 26 Jun 08:30

Philadelphia Union

  1. Prediction
  2. Odds
  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

We Predict a Tight Affair

When Philadelphia clash against Chicago, we will take the former at 1.78 on the Asian Handicap +0.25. With our stake divided between 0 and +0.5, the visitors look as though they can land a return by swerving defeat.

Fire Won When They Last Played Union

Chicago Fire were defeated last time out. Soldier Field saw them beaten at home to Nashville SC by a 2-0 scoreline. The Fire had seven shots on target and 51% possession.

Philadelphia Union won their previous game, beating Charlotte FC at home. It was a 2-1 victory at Subaru Park. Bradley Carnell's team were 48% in the possession stakes and managed nine shots on goal, with Jesus Bueno and Markus Anderson on the scoresheet.

Chicago have avoided defeat against Philadelphia in the past three meetings. In the last clash, home side Chicago claimed a 4-3 victory at Soldier Field. The previous 10 H2H games have featured four Philadelphia wins, four draws and two Chicago victories.

MLS G W D L GF GA GD GD P
1 Philadelphia logo Philadelphia 19 12 4 3 35 19 16 35:19 40
18 Chicago Fire logo Chicago Fire 18 7 4 7 35 32 3 35:32 25
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Chicago Fire – Last 10 League Games

4 wins, 4 losses and 2 draws, averaging 2.1 goals from 11.5 attempts and 6.6 shots on goal. Chicago have had 46.3% possession and 5.1 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.9 goals from 12.6 attempts and 5.2 shots on goal, while earning 6.1 corners.

Top goalscorers are Philip Zinckernagel and Hugo Cuypers on 5 goals, while Brian Gutierrez has bagged 4. The leading assistors have been Philip Zinckernagel and Andrew Gutman with 3.

Philadelphia Union – Last 10 League Games

Philadelphia have won 7 and drawn 3, with an average of 2.1 goals from 5.8 shots on goal and 11.4 attempts. The Union have averaged 44.0% possession, 6.6 corners taken and 4.1 corners against, while conceding 1.0 goals from 3.1 shots on goal and 7.4 attempts.

Tai Baribo has top scored with 7, while Nathan Harriel, Quinn Sullivan and Danley Jean Jacques are next on 2. Mikael Uhre has managed to clock up 4 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Chicago Fire confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Jeffrey Gal (GK), Leonardo Barroso, Omar Gonzalez, Jack Elliott, Andrew Gutman, Brian Gutierrez, Mauricio Pineda, Sergio Oregel, Jonathan Bamba, Hugo Cuypers, Philip Zinckernagel.

Philadelphia Union confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Andrew Rick (GK), Alejandro Bedoya, Jakob Glesnes, Olwethu Makhanya, Kai Wagner, Indiana Vassilev, Jeremy Rafanello, Jovan Lukic, Ben Bender, Bruno Damiani, Chris Donovan.

Expert MLS Analysis

The team at jeetwin-gaming.com are right across the latest injuries and suspensions and the form guide also informs our football predictions. This data is combined with the latest stats.

Key Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union league stats:

  • The +0.25 line has been covered by Philadelphia in 10 consecutive games.
  • The +0.25 line has been covered by Philadelphia in 15 of their last 20 games.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Chicago in 8 of their last 10 games at home.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Chicago in 4 of their last 5 games at home.
  • The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Chicago in 8 of their last 10 games against Philadelphia.

Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union Prediction

Philadelphia +0.25 at 1.78 have the look of a value bet on the Asian Handicap. We give them a good chance of landing a victory in this MLS clash and it’s therefore a pick we’ll back with confidence.

If the initial odds don’t grab your fancy, there’s the option to shoot for more juice by moving the line when it comes to your pick. It all comes down to how confident you feel.

Union +0.25 Probability

According to the bookies, our pick has a 56.3% chance of landing a return. After careful examination, our tipsters calculate this probability to be somewhere between 60-65%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

Our Pick

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Player Props

Maren Haile-Selassie Over 0.5 Shots On Target 1.77 bet365 logo

Maren Haile-Selassie (Chicago) is available to finish with a minimum of one shot on goal at 1.77. All things considered, we think that the betting odds are really appealing when it comes to backing him on the Shots Target market.

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Brian Gutierrez to Score 4.40 bet365 logo

Brian Gutierrez (Chicago) has managed three goals in his past four MLS matches. We’re happy to take the 4.40 for this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he finds the net at least once.

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Corners Prediction

Philadelphia Over 4.5 Corners 1.88 bet365 logo

The 4.5 corners line has been covered by Philadelphia in six straight games, while Chicago have let the opposition have an average of 9.00 corners in their last 5 matches. We think this presents a convincing argument and we’ll bet on Philadelphia to cover the Team Corners line which is on offer at odds of 1.88.

League Games

League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Chicago Logo Chicago
Total
11.20 5.10 6.10
Home
9.80 4.90 4.90
Away
10.10 3.40 6.70
Philadelphia Logo Philadelphia
Total
10.70 6.60 4.10
Home
10.30 6.60 3.70
Away
10.90 6.20 4.70

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Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union Bet Builder Tips

Asian Handicap Philadelphia +0.25 1.78
Total Goals Over 2.5 1.50
Team Corners Philadelphia Over 4.5 1.88

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Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Tight Affair Likely According to the Bookies

With an approximate 43% chance of succeeding, the bookies are being cautious with their 2.30 betting odds for Chicago Fire triumphing in this MLS encounter. If you’re searching for a different slant, Philadelphia Union are available at 2.75.

It sometimes pays to take the Draw No Bet option meaning there’s a safety net if the game ends all square. Chicago can be backed at 1.73 or alternatively Philadelphia are on offer at 2.00.

If you’re looking to bet on more than two goals, then Over 2.5 has the lowest price. BTTS Yes is on offer at 1.44 for anyone who wants to side with Both Teams to Score.

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Hugo Cuypers Shortest Odds for First Goalscorer

Hugo Cuypers is favourite to be First Goalscorer at 3.90, while you can get similar odds if you want him to score the last goal.

Player Goals

Hugo Cuypers (Chicago)
First
3.90
Anytime
1.82
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Tai Baribo (Philadelphia)
First
6.10
Anytime
2.80
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Bruno Damiani (Philadelphia)
First
6.50
Anytime
3.20
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Philip Zinckernagel (Chicago)
First
7.00
Anytime
3.25
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Player Shots On Target

Tai Baribo (Philadelphia)
Over 0.5
1.42
Under 0.5
2.25
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Bruno Damiani (Philadelphia)
Over 0.5
1.49
Under 0.5
2.12
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Philip Zinckernagel (Chicago)
Over 0.5
1.58
Under 0.5
1.96
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Jonathan Bamba (Chicago)
Over 0.5
1.70
Under 0.5
1.81
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Team Stats

Chicago Fire logo Chicago Fire League Stats

Philadelphia Union logo Philadelphia Union League Stats

Full-Time Result

  • 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 2 wins, 3 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

  • 7 wins and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

Goals

Corners

Corners

Possession

Possession

Top Scorers & Assists

Top Scorers & Assists

Team News

It’s good to know about any injuries and this is reflected in our Chicago vs Philadelphia team news, with this leading to predicted and confirmed lineups.

The MLS squads highlight the star players operating for every team in the division.

Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union Lineups

Chicago Fire Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3

Philadelphia Union Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

Chicago Fire Confirmed Lineup 4-3-3

25 Jeffrey Gal
2 Leonardo Barroso 34 Omar Gonzalez 3 Jack Elliott 15 Andrew Gutman
17 Brian Gutierrez 22 Mauricio Pineda 35 Sergio Oregel
19 Jonathan Bamba 9 Hugo Cuypers 11 Philip Zinckernagel
76 Andrew Rick
11 Alejandro Bedoya 5 Jakob Glesnes 29 Olwethu Makhanya 27 Kai Wagner
19 Indiana Vassilev 14 Jeremy Rafanello 4 Jovan Lukic 16 Ben Bender
20 Bruno Damiani 25 Chris Donovan

Philadelphia Union Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

Chicago Fire Substitutes

  • 5Sam Rogers
  • 7Maren Haile-Selassie
  • 12Tom Barlow
  • 23Kellyn Acosta
  • 24Jonathan Dean
  • 26Omari Glasgow
  • 31Bryan Dowd
  • 42Dje D'Avilla
  • 47Samuel Williams

Philadelphia Union Substitutes

  • 1Oliver Semmle
  • 8Jesus Bueno
  • 12Isaiah LeFlore
  • 17C. Olney Jr.
  • 22David Vazquez
  • 24Nick Pariano
  • 35Markus Anderson
  • 44Neil Pierre
  • 77Edward Davis

Previous Chicago Fire Lineups

15 Jun MLS
Chicago Fire 0-2 Nashville SC
08 Jun MLS
D.C. United 1-7 Chicago Fire
01 Jun MLS
Orlando City 1-3 Chicago Fire
26 May MLS
NYCFC 3-1 Chicago Fire
21 May U.S. Open Cup
NE Revolution 1-3 Chicago Fire
18 May MLS
Charlotte FC 1-4 Chicago Fire

Previous Philadelphia Union Lineups

15 Jun MLS
Philadelphia 2-1 Charlotte FC
01 Jun MLS
FC Dallas 0-0 Philadelphia
29 May MLS
Toronto FC 1-2 Philadelphia
25 May MLS
Philadelphia 3-3 Inter Miami
22 May U.S. Open Cup
Philadelphia 4-1 Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC
18 May MLS
Atlanta United 0-1 Philadelphia

Injuries & Suspensions

Chicago Fire Injury Table

Type Name Info
Chris Mueller Personal reason

Philadelphia Union Injury Table

Type Name Info
No players are currently reported injured or suspended.

USA FlagMLS Table

2025 Season

# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Philadelphia 19 12 4 3 35:19 40
2 San Diego 19 11 3 5 38:23 36
3 FC Cincinnati 19 11 3 5 29:25 36
4 Vancouver 18 10 5 3 34:19 35
5 Nashville SC 19 10 5 4 35:23 35
6 Columbus Crew 19 9 7 3 32:26 34
7 Orlando City 19 9 6 4 36:24 33
8 Minnesota Utd 19 9 6 4 31:21 33
9 Portland Timbers 18 8 6 4 28:24 30
10 Inter Miami 16 8 5 3 36:27 29
11 NY Red Bulls 19 8 4 7 30:22 28
12 NYCFC 18 8 4 6 24:20 28
13 SJ Earthquakes 19 7 5 7 39:31 26
14 Los Angeles FC 16 7 5 4 30:23 26
15 Seattle Sounders 18 7 5 6 25:25 26
16 Austin FC 19 7 5 7 15:21 26
17 Charlotte FC 19 8 1 10 30:31 25
18 Chicago Fire 18 7 4 7 35:32 25
19 Colorado Rapids 19 7 4 8 20:25 25
20 NE Revolution 17 6 5 6 21:18 23
21 FC Dallas 18 5 6 7 24:32 21
22 Houston Dynamo 19 5 5 9 24:31 20
23 Sporting KC 19 5 4 10 30:36 19
24 Real Salt Lake 18 5 3 10 18:25 18
25 D.C. United 19 4 6 9 17:38 18
26 Atlanta United 19 4 5 10 22:37 17
27 St. Louis 19 3 6 10 19:30 15
28 Toronto FC 18 3 5 10 19:25 14
29 CF Montréal 19 2 5 12 16:36 11
30 LA Galaxy 19 1 5 13 18:41 8
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 NY Red Bulls 9 7 1 1 23:8 22
2 Columbus Crew 11 6 4 1 20:12 22
3 Nashville SC 10 6 3 1 21:9 21
4 San Diego 10 6 3 1 19:7 21
5 Philadelphia 10 6 3 1 22:12 21
6 NYCFC 10 7 0 3 16:9 21
7 Vancouver 10 6 2 2 22:13 20
8 Los Angeles FC 8 6 1 1 15:5 19
9 Portland Timbers 10 5 4 1 16:13 19
10 Charlotte FC 8 6 0 2 17:9 18
11 Minnesota Utd 10 5 3 2 19:12 18
12 Seattle Sounders 8 5 2 1 18:8 17
13 Inter Miami 9 5 2 2 22:15 17
14 Orlando City 9 5 2 2 21:14 17
15 FC Cincinnati 8 5 2 1 14:9 17
16 Colorado Rapids 11 5 2 4 13:14 17
17 Austin FC 10 4 4 2 8:8 16
18 Atlanta United 10 4 3 3 17:15 15
19 SJ Earthquakes 9 3 3 3 25:17 12
20 Sporting KC 9 3 2 4 16:19 11
21 Real Salt Lake 8 3 1 4 9:8 10
22 St. Louis 10 2 4 4 12:15 10
23 Houston Dynamo 10 3 1 6 13:19 10
24 D.C. United 10 2 4 4 9:17 10
25 NE Revolution 7 2 1 4 6:8 7
26 Chicago Fire 8 1 4 3 7:10 7
27 Toronto FC 11 1 3 7 6:13 6
28 LA Galaxy 8 1 2 5 8:15 5
29 FC Dallas 8 1 2 5 6:13 5
30 CF Montréal 8 0 3 5 6:18 3