5 October 2025 at 00:30

Major League Soccer · Season 2025
Referee: Tim Ford

Match Summary

Chicago Fire and Toronto FC drew 2:2. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by J. Elliott 27′ (o.g.), J. Elliott 71′, J. Elliott 89′, D. Mihailovic 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Chicago Fire had 56% possession while Toronto FC held 44%. Chicago Fire had 12 shots (6 on target) compared to 9 (6 on target) for Toronto FC. Expected goals: Chicago Fire 0.75 — Toronto FC 1.20. Chicago Fire made 5 substitutions, Toronto FC made 3. VAR was involved: Penalty cancelled (Theo Corbeanu 86′).

Match Events

Key match events between Chicago Fire and Toronto FC — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.

Chicago Fire
Toronto FC
Kick Off
27′
J. Elliott

Own Goal

Half Time
B. GutierrezJ. Bamba
46′
S. OregelD. D'Avilla
46′
S. RogersJ. Dean
61′
M. PinedaR. Kouame
61′
64′
D. EtienneL. Stefanovic
70′
J. CifuentesM. Dominguez
J. Elliott

assist: P. Zinckernagel

71′
74′Richie Laryea
H. CuypersT. Barlow
81′
83′
D. KerrT. Corbeanu
VAR
86′Penalty cancelled
J. Elliott

assist: P. Zinckernagel

89′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Chicago Fire had 56% possession against Toronto FC's 44%. Chicago Fire registered 12 shots (6 on target) while Toronto FC managed 9 (6 on target). Corner kicks: 8–9. Fouls committed: 14–9.

6Shots on Goal6
2Shots off Goal0
12Total Shots9
4Blocked Shots3
4Shots insidebox6
8Shots outsidebox3
14Fouls9
8Corner Kicks9
0Offsides1
56%Ball Possession44%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves4
498Total passes395
436Passes accurate344
88%Passes %87%
0.75expected_goals1.20
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Chicago Fire lined up in a 5-4-1 formation under Mike Matkovich, while Toronto FC deployed a 4-3-1-2 under Robin Lucius Fraser.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Chicago Fire is —, compared to 6.81 for Toronto FC. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Chicago Fire's highest-rated starter is —, while Toronto FC's best-rated player is K. Thompson (6.93).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Chicago Fire have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Toronto FC's starters account for 5 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by D. Kerr (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Chicago Fire deploy 5 defenders rated — on average, against Toronto FC's 4-man backline averaging 6.93. 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 4 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Toronto FC averaging 6.75. 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.

Discipline

Chicago Fire's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 11 for Toronto FC. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Chicago Fire's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Toronto FC average 24.7 (youngest: K. Thompson (22), oldest: D. Etienne (29)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Chicago Fire's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 24 for Toronto FC. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Chicago FirePosition StrengthToronto FC
Avg Rating
6.81
🛡 DEF (5 v 4)6.93
0G 0A0G 0A
FWD (1 v 2)6.75
0G 0A5G 3A
Chicago Fire5-4-1
1🧤GKC. Brady
7🛡DEFM. Haile-Selassie
5🛡DEFS. Rogers
16🛡DEFJ. Waterman
3🛡DEFJ. Elliott
15🛡DEFA. Gutman
11MIDP. Zinckernagel
35MIDS. Oregel
22MIDM. Pineda
17MIDB. Gutierrez
9FWDH. Cuypers
Toronto FC4-3-1-2
1🧤GKS. Johnson
19🛡DEFK. Franklin
17🛡DEFS. Rosted
6🛡DEFK. Thompson6.9
22🛡DEFR. Laryea
8MIDJ. Cifuentes
14MIDA. Coello
21MIDJ. Osorio
10MIDD. Mihailovic
11FWDD. Etienne6.73A
29FWDD. Kerr6.85G

Substitutes

23(M)K. Acosta
24(M)J. Dean
25(G)J. Gal
36(D)J. Reynolds
6(M)R. Kouame
42(M)D. D'Avilla

Substitutes

90(G)L. Gavran
76(D)L. Stefanovic
99(F)J. Vilsaint
7(F)T. Corbeanu
78(M)M. Henry
23(M)M. Dominguez

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.

Chicago Fire

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Toronto FC

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Head to Head

Chicago Fire and Toronto FC have met 1 times — Chicago Fire won 1, Toronto FC won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Chicago Fire leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 3 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–2 in 2025.

1

Chicago Fire

0

Drawn

0

Toronto FC

Goals: 2Goals: 1

Recent Meetings (1)

15 Mar 2025Toronto FC1 – 2Chicago Fire

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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