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Chicago Fire vs Orlando City Sc

Soldier Field, Chicago23 October 2025 at 01:30

Match Events

Chicago Fire
Orlando City SC
Kick Off
Half Time
56′
I. AnguloT. Spicer
69′
M. PasalicL. Muriel
75′
C. AraujoC. Guske
76′
R. SchlegelA. Marin
J. BambaM. Haile-Selassie
81′
S. OregelR. Kouame
81′
B. GutierrezK. Acosta
86′
89′
T. Spicer

assist: A. Marin

Full Time

Match Statistics

9Shots on Goal4
11Shots off Goal2
24Total Shots6
4Blocked Shots0
16Shots insidebox4
8Shots outsidebox2
11Fouls11
3Corner Kicks3
2Offsides1
52%Ball Possession48%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves5
468Total passes436
385Passes accurate363
82%Passes %83%
3.32expected_goals0.33
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Chicago Fire is 6.99, compared to 6.71 for Orlando City SC. 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 H. Cuypers (7.83), while Orlando City SC's best-rated player is M. Ojeda (7.37).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Chicago Fire have contributed 17 goals and 8 assists this season, led by H. Cuypers (11G). Orlando City SC's starters account for 10 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by M. Ojeda (7G). 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 4 defenders rated 6.74 on average, against Orlando City SC's 4-man backline averaging 6.63. 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 3 midfielders averaging 6.72, versus Orlando City SC's 4 rated 6.63. 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 3 forward(s) averaging 7.50, compared to 2 for Orlando City SC averaging 6.93. 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.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 82% for Chicago Fire and 82% for Orlando City SC. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Chicago Fire's starters have collected 14 yellow cards this season, compared to 12 for Orlando City SC. 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 26.7 (youngest: S. Oregel (20), oldest: P. Zinckernagel (31)), while Orlando City SC average 27.3 (youngest: D. McGuire (24), oldest: R. Jansson (34)). 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 8 league appearances each, versus 9 for Orlando City SC. 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 Fire4-3-34-4-2Orlando City SC
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Brady24Dean16Waterman3Elliott15Gutman35Oregel42D'Avilla17Gutierr.11Zincker.9Cuypers19Bamba1Gallese30Freeman15Schlegel6Jansson4Brekalo87Pasalic20Atuesta5Araujo77Angulo13McGuire10Ojeda

Substitutes

Coach: Mike Matkovich

Substitutes

Coach: Óscar Alexander Pareja Gómez

Chicago FirePosition StrengthOrlando City SC
6.99
Avg Rating
6.71
7.01Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.74Defender (4 v 4)6.63
0G 3A0G 0A
6.72Midfielder (3 v 4)6.63
0G 0A2G 3A
7.50Forward (3 v 2)6.93
17G 5A8G 0A
Chicago Fire4-3-3
1GoalkeeperC. Brady7.0
24DefenderJ. Dean6.6
16DefenderJ. Waterman6.7
3DefenderJ. Elliott6.91A
15DefenderA. Gutman6.82A
35MidfielderS. Oregel6.7
42MidfielderD. D'Avilla6.7
17MidfielderB. Gutierrez
11ForwardP. Zinckernagel7.54G3A
9ForwardH. Cuypers7.811G
19ForwardJ. Bamba7.22G2A
Orlando City SC4-4-2
1GoalkeeperP. Gallese
30DefenderA. Freeman
15DefenderR. Schlegel
6DefenderR. Jansson6.8
4DefenderD. Brekalo6.5
87MidfielderM. Pasalic6.62G
20MidfielderE. Atuesta6.5
5MidfielderC. Araujo
77MidfielderI. Angulo6.83A
13ForwardD. McGuire6.51G
10ForwardM. Ojeda7.47G

Match Summary

Chicago Fire defeated Orlando City SC 3:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by B. Gutierrez 48′, H. Cuypers 57′, H. Cuypers 68′, T. Spicer 89′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Chicago Fire had 52% possession while Orlando City SC held 48%. Chicago Fire had 24 shots (9 on target) compared to 6 (4 on target) for Orlando City SC. Expected goals: Chicago Fire 3.32 — Orlando City SC 0.33. Chicago Fire made 3 substitutions, Orlando City SC made 4.

Rivalry since 2015

Chicago Fire vs Orlando City SC Head to Head Results

23 stretnutí
Chicago Fire
7
wins
Drawn
8
Orlando City SC
8
wins
Total goals
69 · 3.0/match
Both scored
15/23 · 65%
Over 2.5
13/23 · 57%

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