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22°C What to know
New York City host Chicago Fire in round of the Major League Soccer on Sunday 26 July 2026. Kickoff is at 02:30 Mecca time at Yankee Stadium, New York City. New York City are #6 in the table and Chicago Fire are #3.
- The table says one thing, the predictions another: New York City are the favourites.
- Too close to call: New York City 40% vs Chicago Fire 36%.
- New York City go into this one with 5 players out.
Which channel shows New York City vs Chicago Fire?
Channels showing this match, by country.
Broadcasters have not been announced yet. Check back closer to kickoff.
Match prediction
Form
The last five matches of each team before this one, most recent at the top.
New York CityChicago FireLineups
New York CityMatch stats
Who is out: New York City and Chicago Fire
New York City
Drew Baiera Cruciate Ligament Tear
Maxi Moralez Cruciate Ligament Tear
Kai Trewin Ankle Surgery- Arnau FarnósLeg Injury
- Alonso Martínez Fitness, until 5 Oct
Chicago Fire
André FrancoKnee Injury
Mbekezeli MbokaziTorn Thigh Muscle
Stadium: Yankee Stadium
Table: Major League Soccer
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Vancouver Whitecaps |
26 | 15 | 5 | 6 | +33 | 50 |
| 1 |  Nashville SC |
27 | 18 | 6 | 3 | +34 | 60 |
| 2 |  New England |
27 | 14 | 4 | 9 | +9 | 46 |
| 2 |  Dallas |
27 | 13 | 8 | 6 | +8 | 47 |
| 3 |  Inter Miami |
26 | 12 | 10 | 4 | +15 | 46 |
| 3 |  SJ Earthquakes |
27 | 13 | 6 | 8 | +10 | 45 |
| 4 |  Houston Dynamo |
27 | 13 | 5 | 9 | +2 | 44 |
| 4 |  Charlotte |
27 | 12 | 7 | 8 | +9 | 43 |
| 5 |  St. Louis City |
26 | 12 | 8 | 6 | +9 | 44 |
| 5 | Chicago Fire |
26 | 12 | 6 | 8 | +8 | 42 |
| 6 |  Los Angeles FC |
28 | 11 | 8 | 9 | +13 | 41 |
| 6 |  Philadelphia Union |
27 | 11 | 6 | 10 | +10 | 39 |
| 7 |  Orlando City |
27 | 10 | 4 | 13 | -16 | 34 |
| 7 |  Colorado Rapids |
27 | 11 | 3 | 13 | 0 | 36 |
| 8 |  New York RB |
26 | 9 | 6 | 11 | -14 | 33 |
| 8 |  LA Galaxy |
28 | 9 | 9 | 10 | -7 | 36 |
| 9 |  Seattle Sounders |
26 | 9 | 8 | 9 | -1 | 35 |
| 9 | New York City |
27 | 8 | 9 | 10 | +5 | 33 |
| 10 |  Portland Timbers |
27 | 9 | 5 | 13 | -3 | 32 |
| 10 |  Cincinnati |
26 | 8 | 9 | 9 | -9 | 33 |
| 11 |  DC United |
26 | 6 | 12 | 8 | -8 | 30 |
| 11 |  Real Salt Lake |
27 | 9 | 5 | 13 | -4 | 32 |
| 12 |  San Diego |
27 | 8 | 8 | 11 | 0 | 32 |
| 12 |  Toronto |
27 | 6 | 11 | 10 | -12 | 29 |
| 13 |  Austin |
27 | 7 | 10 | 10 | -12 | 31 |
| 13 |  Atlanta United |
27 | 7 | 6 | 14 | -13 | 27 |
| 14 |  Columbus Crew |
26 | 7 | 5 | 14 | -5 | 26 |
| 14 |  Minnesota United |
27 | 7 | 8 | 12 | -9 | 29 |
| 15 |  Sporting KC |
26 | 6 | 3 | 17 | -32 | 21 |
| 15 |  CF Montréal |
27 | 6 | 6 | 15 | -20 | 24 |
Questions and answers
What time does New York City vs Chicago Fire kick off?
New York City vs Chicago Fire kicks off on Sunday 26 July 2026 at 02:30 Mecca time (23:30 UTC). This page also shows the time in your own timezone.
Which channel is showing New York City vs Chicago Fire?
Broadcasters have not been announced yet. This page updates as soon as they are.
Where is New York City vs Chicago Fire being played?
At Yankee Stadium in New York City, which holds 47,309 people.
Who is expected to win, New York City or Chicago Fire?
New York City 40%, draw 24%, Chicago Fire 36%.
How can I watch New York City vs Chicago Fire if it isn't shown in my country?
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