Leagues Cup: Cruz Azul vs. Chicago Fire Preview, Odds, Predictions (Aug 13)
- Cruz Azul vs. Chicago Fire odds slightly favor the Mexicans at +120.
- Robert Lewandowski scored against Santos Laguna.
- Both teams have won their opening two Leagues Cup games.
La Maquina faces Robert Lewandowski and the Chicago Fire in Round 3 of the Leagues Cup.
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Game Preview
- When: Thursday, August 13, 2026, 9:00 PM ET
- Where: SeatGeek Stadium, Bridgeview, Illinois
- How to Watch: Apple TV, MLS Season Pass
Cruz Azul vs. Chicago Fire Odds
Game Preview
Looking way back to May, Cruz Azul played very good football. They have lost only one game in the past 10 appearances, which was at the start of August, against Atlante in Liga MX, 2-3.
Though we saw them bounce back quickly in the Leagues Cup, beating Philadelphia Union 1-0 and New York City 2-1. Their attack looks good, as they scored two or more goals in 7 of the last 8 games.
Robert Lewandowski scored his first Leagues Cup goal. His Fire came back from behind to beat Santos Laguna 3-1, with the Pole netting in stoppage time, sealing the triumph for Berhalter’s unit.
Chicago Fire has three triumphs in a row, beating Charlotte in the MLS 2-1 before taking down Necaxa 2-0 and the previously mentioned Santos Laguna 3-1.
Cruz Azul vs. Chicago Fire Head to Head
This fixture will be the first one between these two clubs.
Cruz Azul vs. Chicago Fire Predictions
Cruz Azul has a ruthless attack, and with Lewandowski on board, the Fire have rapidly improved up front. Chicago netted at least twice in the past 5 events, while Cruz Azul’s form is even better. That’s why we are going to take a bit of a risk here and go with over 3.5 hits.
- Free Leagues Cup Pick: Over 3.5 goals
