Chicago Fire FC vs Inter Miami CF – Match Preview

Chicago Fire FC will face Inter Miami CF at Soldier Field. This match marks the start of the Major League Soccer season on Saturday, September 1st. The game is set to begin at 00:30 GMT. Chicago Fire FC is currently in 25th place, with 26 points from 26 matches. Inter Miami CF leads the league with 56 points from the same number of games. Chicago Fire aims to improve their standing by securing a win. Inter Miami, on the other hand, seeks to maintain their lead and move closer to a top-tier finish.

Chicago Fire FC – Form

Chicago Fire FC has shown mixed results recently, with their last three matches including one draw and two losses. They played against New York City FC on August 24, ending in a 2:2 draw. Hugo Cuypers and Brian Gutierrez scored, with Gutierrez netting a dramatic equalizer in stoppage time. This result was unexpected, given Chicago’s previous performances. They also faced defeats in the Leagues Cup, losing 3:1 to Toluca and 2:1 to Sporting Kansas City.

Inter Miami CF – Form

Inter Miami CF has had varied results in their last three games. They won 2-0 against FC Cincinnati at home on August 24th. This victory was anticipated by bookmakers. Their performance in the Leagues Cup was less impressive, with a 3-2 defeat to Columbus Crew and a 2-1 loss to Tigres. Despite these losses, their results were as expected, showing consistency in their play.

Chicago Fire FC – Inter Miami CF – Head to Head

The last match between these teams was on July 20, 2024. Inter Miami CF won 2:1. In their past 7 meetings, Chicago Fire FC has won 4 times, while Inter Miami CF has 2 victories. Both teams have scored in their last 4 matches. Chicago Fire FC has won their last 3 home games against Inter Miami CF. They have managed to score in 6 of their last 7 encounters, showing their offensive strength at Soldier Field.

Chicago Fire FC – Inter Miami CF – Standings

The standings show a significant difference between the two teams. Chicago Fire FC is in 25th place with 26 points from 26 games. Inter Miami CF is at the top with 56 points from the same number of matches. This gap highlights the challenge Chicago Fire faces in this match.

Chicago Fire FC vs Inter Miami CF – Top scorers

Hugo Cuypers leads Chicago Fire’s attack with 10 goals this season. Brian Gutierrez and Maren Haile-Selassie have also been key, scoring 6 and 5 goals, respectively. Kellyn Acosta and Fabian Herbers have each added two goals. For Inter Miami, Luis Suarez has scored 14 goals. Lionel Messi follows with 12 goals. Leonardo Campana, Jordi Alba, and Matias Rojas have also contributed significantly to the team’s scoring.

Chicago Fire FC vs Inter Miami CF – Full-Time Betting

The odds are 2.50 for a Chicago Fire FC win, 3.70 for a draw, and 2.55 for an Inter Miami CF win. These odds suggest a closely contested match. Despite Chicago’s home advantage, their recent form has been disappointing. Inter Miami CF, leading the table, has shown strong form, especially in home matches. Their superior season performance gives them an edge in this matchup.

Chicago Fire FC vs Inter Miami CF – Over/Under Betting

The Over/Under market is set at 1.53 for “Over 2.5” goals and 2.40 for “Under 2.5” goals. The last 4 meetings between these teams have exceeded the 2.5 goal mark. Chicago Fire has conceded 44 goals in 26 matches, while Inter Miami has scored 58 goals. These statistics suggest a high-scoring game is likely.

Chicago Fire FC vs Inter Miami CF – BTTS Betting

The odds are 1.50 for “BTTS: Yes” and 2.50 for “BTTS: No”. The recent encounters between these teams have seen both teams scoring. Chicago Fire FC’s defense has struggled, while Inter Miami CF has been effective offensively. This makes “BTTS: Yes” a likely outcome for this match.

Chicago Fire FC vs Inter Miami CF – Prediction