Match Summary
Chicago Fire and Toronto FC drew 1:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by P. Owusu 45′ (pen.), J. Dean 84′. 7 yellow cards were shown. Chicago Fire had 61% possession while Toronto FC held 39%. Chicago Fire had 8 shots (3 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for Toronto FC. Expected goals: Chicago Fire 0.99 — Toronto FC 1.21. Chicago Fire made 5 substitutions, Toronto FC made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Federico Bernardeschi 45′).
Match Events
Key match events between Chicago Fire and Toronto FC — 2 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: A. Lassiter
Match Statistics
Chicago Fire had 61% possession against Toronto FC's 39%. Chicago Fire registered 8 shots (3 on target) while Toronto FC managed 7 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 1–2. Fouls committed: 15–12.
Lineups
Chicago Fire lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under F. Klopas, while Toronto FC deployed a 3-4-2-1 under J. Herdman.
Defensive Solidity
Chicago Fire deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Toronto 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 Toronto 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 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Toronto 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 30.9 (youngest: G. Koutsias (21), oldest: R. Czichos (35)), while Toronto FC average 28.0 (youngest: P. Owusu (28), oldest: P. Owusu (28)). 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, Chicago Fire have recorded 2 wins, 3 draws and 1 defeats. Toronto FC show 1 wins, 4 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Chicago Fire and Toronto FC have met 2 times — Chicago Fire won 1, Toronto 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