Match Summary
New England Revolution and Chicago Fire drew 1:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by H. Cuypers 20′, Nacho Gil 45′. 8 yellow cards were shown. New England Revolution had 64% possession while Chicago Fire held 36%. New England Revolution had 13 shots (4 on target) compared to 9 (2 on target) for Chicago Fire. Expected goals: New England Revolution 1.54 — Chicago Fire 0.90. New England Revolution made 1 substitutions, Chicago Fire made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between New England Revolution and Chicago Fire — 2 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.
assist: F. Herbers
Match Statistics
New England Revolution had 64% possession against Chicago Fire's 36%. New England Revolution registered 13 shots (4 on target) while Chicago Fire managed 9 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 5–3. Fouls committed: 22–13.
Lineups
New England Revolution lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under C. Porter, while Chicago Fire deployed a 4-2-3-1 under F. Klopas.
Defensive Solidity
New England Revolution 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
New England Revolution 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
New England Revolution 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 New England Revolution's starting XI is 30.4 (youngest: G. Vrioni (27), oldest: E. Edwards (33)), while Chicago Fire average 31.8 (youngest: A. Arigoni (27), 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
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Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, New England Revolution 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
New England Revolution and Chicago Fire have met 3 times — New England Revolution won 0, Chicago Fire won 2, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Chicago Fire leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 3 meetings. A combined 13 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.33 per match (5 for the home side, 8 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 3 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 3 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Chicago Fire are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (3)
API data: 15 Mar 2026