Major League Soccer· Season 2025
Match Summary
Chicago Fire defeated New York Red Bulls 1:0. The match was played in Major League Soccer 2025. Goals were scored by H. Cuypers 44′ (pen.). 2 yellow cards were shown. Chicago Fire had 51% possession while New York Red Bulls held 49%. Chicago Fire had 14 shots (7 on target) compared to 10 (3 on target) for New York Red Bulls. Expected goals: Chicago Fire 2.17 — New York Red Bulls 0.38. Chicago Fire made 5 substitutions, New York Red Bulls made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Hugo Cuypers 42′).
Match Events
Key match events between Chicago Fire and New York Red Bulls — 1 goal and 2 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
Match Statistics
Chicago Fire had 51% possession against New York Red Bulls's 49%. Chicago Fire registered 14 shots (7 on target) while New York Red Bulls managed 10 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 3–1. Fouls committed: 5–11.
Lineups
Chicago Fire lined up in a 4-3-3 formation under Mike Matkovich, while New York Red Bulls deployed a 4-4-2 under Sandro Schwarz.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Chicago Fire is 7.03, compared to 6.61 for New York Red Bulls. 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 (7.70), while New York Red Bulls's best-rated player is R. Donkor (6.84).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Chicago Fire have contributed 21 goals and 11 assists this season, led by H. Cuypers (13G). New York Red Bulls's starters account for 5 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by E. M. Choupo-Moting (2G). 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 6.82 on average, against New York Red Bulls's 4-man backline averaging 6.36. 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 6.73, versus New York Red Bulls's 4 rated 6.67. 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 7.43, compared to 2 for New York Red Bulls averaging 6.68. 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 80% for Chicago Fire and 78% for New York Red Bulls. 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 20 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for New York Red Bulls. 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 25.6 (youngest: L. Barroso (20), oldest: P. Zinckernagel (31)), while New York Red Bulls average 26.6 (youngest: O. Valencia (21), oldest: E. M. Choupo-Moting (36)). 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 10 league appearances each, versus 11 for New York Red Bulls. 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: Mike Matkovich
Substitutes
Coach: Sandro Schwarz
Rivalry since 2012
Chicago Fire vs New York Red Bulls Head to Head Results· 33
Chicago Fire and New York Red Bulls have met 33 times — Chicago Fire won 12, New York Red Bulls won 13, with 8 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2012. New York Red Bulls leads the head-to-head with 13 victories from 33 meetings. A combined 102 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.09 per match (48 for the home side, 54 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 22 matches (67%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 20 games (61%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–5 in 2014.
Recent Meetings
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Chicago Fire have recorded 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats. New York Red Bulls show 3 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
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