Match Summary
Chicago Fire and DC United drew 0:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. 2 yellow cards were shown. Chicago Fire had 58% possession while DC United held 42%. Chicago Fire had 11 shots (2 on target) compared to 9 (3 on target) for DC United. Expected goals: Chicago Fire 0.98 — DC United 0.69. Chicago Fire made 2 substitutions, DC United made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Chicago Fire and DC United — 0 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Chicago Fire had 58% possession against DC United's 42%. Chicago Fire registered 11 shots (2 on target) while DC United managed 9 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 9–3. Fouls committed: 15–17.
Lineups
Chicago Fire lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under E. Hendrickson, while DC United deployed a 4-4-2 under W. Rooney.
Defensive Solidity
Chicago Fire deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against DC United's 4-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 DC United'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 2 for DC United 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 33.5 (youngest: F. Herbers (32), oldest: R. Czichos (35)), while DC United average 33.5 (youngest: T. Miller (32), oldest: M. Klich (35)). 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. DC United show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Chicago Fire and DC United have met 2 times — Chicago Fire won 1, DC United 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 12 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 6.00 per match (9 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 1–7 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026