Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Chicago Fire defeated Orlando City SC 3:1. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by P. Zinckernagel 5′, H. Cuypers 31′, H. Cuypers 32′, A. Freeman 40′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Orlando City SC had 57% possession while Chicago Fire held 43%. Orlando City SC had 26 shots (5 on target) compared to 10 (4 on target) for Chicago Fire. Expected goals: Orlando City SC 1.65 — Chicago Fire 1.14. Orlando City SC made 4 substitutions, Chicago Fire made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between Orlando City SC and Chicago Fire — 4 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
assist: M. Pineda
assist: M. Ojeda
Match Statistics
Orlando City SC had 57% possession against Chicago Fire's 43%. Orlando City SC registered 26 shots (5 on target) while Chicago Fire managed 10 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 13–1. Fouls committed: 12–13.
Lineups
Orlando City SC lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Óscar Alexander Pareja Gómez, while Chicago Fire deployed a 4-3-3 under Mike Matkovich.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Orlando City SC is 6.78, compared to 6.98 for Chicago Fire. 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. Orlando City SC's highest-rated starter is M. Ojeda (7.45), while Chicago Fire's best-rated player is H. Cuypers (7.70).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Orlando City SC have contributed 13 goals and 4 assists this season, led by M. Ojeda (11G). Chicago Fire's starters account for 21 goals and 11 assists, spearheaded by H. Cuypers (13G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Orlando City SC deploy 4 defenders rated 6.56 on average, against Chicago Fire's 4-man backline averaging 6.75. 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
Orlando City SC field 4 midfielders averaging 6.71, versus Chicago Fire's 3 rated 6.69. 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
Orlando City SC start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.45, compared to 3 for Chicago Fire averaging 7.43. 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 85% for Orlando City SC and 82% for Chicago Fire. 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
Orlando City SC's starters have collected 13 yellow cards this season, compared to 15 for Chicago Fire. 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 Orlando City SC's starting XI is 27.8 (youngest: M. Pasalic (25), oldest: R. Jansson (34)), while Chicago Fire average 26.1 (youngest: C. Cupps (17), oldest: P. Zinckernagel (31)). 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
Orlando City SC's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 10 for Chicago Fire. 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
Coach: Óscar Alexander Pareja Gómez
Substitutes
Coach: Mike Matkovich
Rivalry since 2015
Orlando City SC vs Chicago Fire Head to Head Results· 23
Orlando City SC and Chicago Fire have met 23 times — Orlando City SC won 8, Chicago Fire won 7, with 8 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2015. Orlando City SC leads the head-to-head with 8 victories from 23 meetings. A combined 69 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (32 for the home side, 37 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 15 matches (65%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 13 games (57%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–5 in 2019.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Orlando City SC have recorded 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats. Chicago Fire show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
API data: 11 May 2026