Chicago Fire vs Columbus Crew - Major League Soccer
Fixture Preview - 28 September 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
As Chicago Fire prepares to host Columbus Crew at Toyota Park on Sunday, both teams come into the match with contrasting recent form. Chicago is unbeaten in their last five matches, showcasing a solid blend of defensive resilience and attacking flair, while Columbus has struggled, managing just one win in their last five outings. Historically, Chicago has had the upper hand in their recent encounters, winning six of the last ten matchups against Columbus, which could provide them with a psychological edge. A key angle to consider is Chicago's ability to score, as they have found the net in five of their last six games, while Columbus has shown vulnerability at the back, conceding in four of their last five. With both teams needing points for different reasons—Chicago for playoff positioning and Columbus to regain momentum—this match could see both sides pushing for goals. Expect an engaging contest with Chicago likely to capitalise on their home advantage and Columbus aiming to rectify their defensive lapses.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 |  Orlando City | 27 | 13 | 8 | 6 | 47 |
| 5 |  Los Angeles FC | 24 | 11 | 7 | 6 | 40 |
| 5 |  Inter Miami | 24 | 13 | 6 | 5 | 45 |
| 6 |  Columbus Crew | 26 | 12 | 9 | 5 | 45 |
| 6 |  Portland Timbers | 26 | 10 | 7 | 9 | 37 |
| 7 |  Colorado Rapids | 27 | 10 | 6 | 11 | 36 |
| 7 |  Charlotte | 27 | 14 | 2 | 11 | 44 |
| 8 |  New York City | 25 | 12 | 5 | 8 | 41 |
| 8 |  Austin | 25 | 9 | 8 | 8 | 35 |
| 9 |  Chicago Fire | 26 | 11 | 6 | 9 | 39 |
| 9 |  SJ Earthquakes | 27 | 8 | 8 | 11 | 32 |
| 10 |  New York RB | 27 | 11 | 6 | 10 | 39 |
| 10 |  Real Salt Lake | 26 | 9 | 4 | 13 | 31 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 23, 2025 | Columbus Crew | 4–2 | Chicago Fire | Major League Soccer |
| May 19, 2024 | Chicago Fire | 1–3 | Columbus Crew | Major League Soccer |
| March 10, 2024 | Columbus Crew | 2–1 | Chicago Fire | Major League Soccer |
| September 20, 2023 | Columbus Crew | 3–0 | Chicago Fire | Major League Soccer |
| June 11, 2023 | Chicago Fire | 1–2 | Columbus Crew | Major League Soccer |
| September 3, 2022 | Columbus Crew | 0–0 | Chicago Fire | Major League Soccer |
| July 10, 2022 | Chicago Fire | 2–3 | Columbus Crew | Major League Soccer |
| November 7, 2021 | Columbus Crew | 2–0 | Chicago Fire | Major League Soccer |
| August 15, 2021 | Chicago Fire | 1–0 | Columbus Crew | Major League Soccer |
| June 19, 2021 | Columbus Crew | 2–0 | Chicago Fire | Major League Soccer |