Match Summary
DC United defeated Chicago Fire 4:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2023. Goals were scored by C. Benteke 9′, T. Ku-DiPietro 20′, C. Terán 41′ (o.g.), C. Benteke 90′. 1 yellow cards were shown. DC United had 49% possession while Chicago Fire held 51%. DC United had 11 shots (4 on target) compared to 13 (2 on target) for Chicago Fire. Expected goals: DC United 1.92 — Chicago Fire 1.17. DC United made 5 substitutions, Chicago Fire made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between DC United and Chicago Fire — 4 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Klich
assist: C. Benteke
Own Goal
assist: C. Durkin
Match Statistics
DC United had 49% possession against Chicago Fire's 51%. DC United registered 11 shots (4 on target) while Chicago Fire managed 13 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 2–5. Fouls committed: 13–13.
Lineups
DC United lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under W. Rooney, while Chicago Fire deployed a 4-2-3-1 under F. Klopas.
Defensive Solidity
DC United deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Chicago Fire'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
DC United field 5 midfielders averaging —, versus Chicago Fire's 5 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
DC United start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Chicago Fire 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 DC United's starting XI is 31.8 (youngest: R. Canouse (30), oldest: M. Klich (35)), while Chicago Fire average 31.8 (youngest: F. Navarro (25), oldest: R. Czichos (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
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, DC United have recorded 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. Chicago Fire show 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
DC United and Chicago Fire have met 2 times — DC United won 0, Chicago Fire won 1, 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 (3 for the home side, 9 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