Match Summary
Chicago Fire II defeated FC Cincinnati II 2:1. The match was played in MLS Next Pro 2025. Goals were scored by A. Chirila 4′, C. Cassano 10′, B. Schaefer 50′ (o.g.). 3 yellow cards were shown. FC Cincinnati II made 5 substitutions, Chicago Fire II made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between FC Cincinnati II and Chicago Fire II — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.
assist: K. Mboma
Own Goal
Lineups
FC Cincinnati II lined up in a — formation under Tyrone Everton Marshall, while Chicago Fire II deployed a — under Mike Matkovich.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for FC Cincinnati II is 6.64, compared to — for Chicago Fire II. 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. FC Cincinnati II's highest-rated starter is Y. Caicedo (6.64), while Chicago Fire II's best-rated player is —.
Midfield Control
FC Cincinnati II field 11 midfielders averaging 6.64, versus Chicago Fire II's 11 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.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 76% for FC Cincinnati II and —% for Chicago Fire II. 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
FC Cincinnati II's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Chicago Fire II. 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 FC Cincinnati II's starting XI is 19.0 (youngest: Y. Caicedo (19), oldest: Y. Caicedo (19)), while Chicago Fire II average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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
FC Cincinnati II's starters average 14 league appearances each, versus 0 for Chicago Fire II. 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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, FC Cincinnati II have recorded 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 defeats. Chicago Fire II show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.
FC Cincinnati II
Chicago Fire II
Head to Head
FC Cincinnati II and Chicago Fire II have met 2 times — FC Cincinnati II won 0, Chicago Fire II won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Chicago Fire II leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 4 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 2–1 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026