Match Summary
Nashville SC defeated Chicago Fire 3:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2024. Goals were scored by A. Muyl 54′, S. Surridge 87′, J. Shaffelburg 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Chicago Fire had 49% possession while Nashville SC held 51%. Chicago Fire had 12 shots (6 on target) compared to 16 (7 on target) for Nashville SC. Expected goals: Chicago Fire 1.50 — Nashville SC 2.31. Chicago Fire made 5 substitutions, Nashville SC made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Chicago Fire and Nashville SC — 3 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
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Match Statistics
Chicago Fire had 49% possession against Nashville SC's 51%. Chicago Fire registered 12 shots (6 on target) while Nashville SC managed 16 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 4–6. Fouls committed: 13–7.
Lineups
Chicago Fire lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under F. Klopas, while Nashville SC deployed a 4-2-3-1 under B. Callaghan.
Defensive Solidity
Chicago Fire deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Nashville SC'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 Nashville SC'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
Chicago Fire start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Nashville SC 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 29.3 (youngest: F. Navarro (25), oldest: A. Souquet (33)), while Nashville SC average 30.0 (youngest: E. Panicco (29), oldest: S. Davis (32)). 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. Nashville SC show 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Chicago Fire and Nashville SC have met 2 times — Chicago Fire won 0, Nashville SC won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Nashville SC leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 11 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.50 per match (2 for the home side, 9 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 7–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026