MLS: New York Red Bulls vs. Chicago Fire Preview, Odds, Predictions (Aug 22)
- New York Red Bulls vs. Chicago Fire odds favor Chicago at +125.
- Chicago Fire have won their last 6 games, 3 in Leagues Cup and 3 in MLS.
- The New York Red Bulls lost 4 of their last 5 games.
On one side we have the struggling Bulls, while on the other, the fired-up Chicago. We expect a high-scoring game.
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How to Watch
- When: Saturday, August 22, 2026, 7:30 PM ET
- Where: Sports Illustrated Stadium, Harrison, New Jersey
- How to Watch: Apple TV, MLS Season Pass
New York Red Bulls vs. Chicago Fire Odds
Game Preview
The Red Bulls won one game in the last 5 and lost 4. They are currently in the play-in zone, but are in terrible form and under pressure from other playoff rivals.
Their biggest problem right now is the defense, which allowed 42 goals in 20 MLS games. Believe it or not, they have just one clean sheet in all competitions since the season began.
Now, Fire has 6 wins in a row, 3 in the MLS and 3 in the Leagues Cup. Right now they sit third in the MLS East and look fantastic. They are coming off a win over Orlando City in Florida, 1-2, and have beaten Portland Timbers with the same result, only at home.
After Hugo Cuypers left, Robert Lewandowski stepped in, and Chicago’s offense kept at the same pace. The Fire scored at least two goals in 9 of the previous 10 contests.
New York Red Bulls vs. Chicago Fire Head to Head
The Red Bulls have defeated the Fire in Chicago in May this year, 1-3. Ruvalcaba and Choupo-Moting, with a brace, sealed Chicago’s fate. Cuypers netted for the hosts.
New York Red Bulls vs. Chicago Fire Predictions
We are sure of one thing: there will be plenty of goals in this contest. The Bulls have to attack, while Chicago has been extremely efficient these days.
- Free MLS Picks: Over 3.5 goals
