Match Summary
Chicago Fire and Atlanta United FC drew 0:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2022. 4 yellow cards were shown. Chicago Fire had 49% possession while Atlanta United FC held 51%. Chicago Fire had 15 shots (3 on target) compared to 13 (2 on target) for Atlanta United FC. Chicago Fire made 4 substitutions, Atlanta United FC made 5. VAR was involved: Goal cancelled (Xherdan Shaqiri 56′).
Match Events
Key match events between Chicago Fire and Atlanta United FC — 0 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Chicago Fire had 49% possession against Atlanta United FC's 51%. Chicago Fire registered 15 shots (3 on target) while Atlanta United FC managed 13 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 7–8. Fouls committed: 7–18.
Lineups
Chicago Fire lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under F. Klopas, while Atlanta United FC deployed a 3-4-1-2 under G. Pineda.
Defensive Solidity
Chicago Fire deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Atlanta United FC's 3-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Chicago Fire field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Atlanta United FC's 4 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Chicago Fire start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Atlanta United FC averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Age & Experience
The average age of Chicago Fire's starting XI is 30.0 (youngest: F. Navarro (25), oldest: R. Czichos (35)), while Atlanta United FC average 26.0 (youngest: S. Sosa (26), oldest: S. Sosa (26)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Substitutes
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Chicago Fire have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. Atlanta United FC show 0 wins, 2 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Chicago Fire and Atlanta United FC have met 2 times — Chicago Fire won 1, Atlanta United FC won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Chicago Fire leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.50 per match (4 for the home side, 3 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026