Chicago Fire vs New York City Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 10 Oct 2026
Chicago Fire vs New York City Predictions
There’s every chance that Chicago can get the upper hand over New York City and we’ll therefore back the hosts when it comes to Full-Time Result. The odds of -119 look too good to resist.
Our Chicago vs New York City betting coverage includes detailed reasoning for the main match prediction, plus our correct score prediction, player prop picks, corners prediction and bet builder tips.
Chicago Fire vs New York City Preview
Chicago Fire square off against New York City at Soldier Field, with kick-off set for 14:30 on Saturday 10 October.
Chicago Fire won 3-1 at home in their last league game. This triumph over Vancouver Whitecaps at Soldier Field made it back-to-back MLS victories. The Fire recorded 48% possession and managed seven shots on target, with Jonathan Bamba, Philip Zinckernagel and Maren Haile-Selassie scoring one goal apiece.
New York City FC played Atlanta United away at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in their previous game, ending in a 2-2 draw. Pascal Jansen's side were 49% in the possession stakes and had three shots on goal, with Matthew Edwards (own goal) and Andres Perea both on target.
H2H: City Are 7 From 10 on the Head-to-Head
City have won three on the spin against Chicago. In their last clash, hosts City came out with a 3-1 victory at Yankee Stadium. The 10 most recent H2H games have included seven City victories along with three draws.
| MLS | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 |  Chicago Fire |
27 | 13 | 6 | 8 | 49 | 39 | 10 | 49:39 | 45 |
| 18 |  NYCFC |
27 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 41 | 36 | 5 | 41:36 | 33 |
4 wins, 2 losses and 4 draws, averaging 1.7 goals from 5.5 shots on goal and 13.9 attempts. Chicago have had 50.2% possession and 4.0 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.6 goals from 4.2 shots on goal and 12.8 attempts, while being awarded 4.2 corners.
Top goalscorer Maren Haile-Selassie has found the net 6 times, Robert Lewandowski 4, with Jonathan Bamba and two other players on 1. Robert Lewandowski is the top assists maker on 3.
City have 1 victory, 4 defeats and 5 draws, with an average of 4.0 shots on goal, 11.9 attempts and 1.1 goals. The Pigeons average 52.1% possession, 4.6 corners taken and 5.0 corners against them, while 1.3 goals have been conceded from 12.2 attempts and 4.7 shots on goal.
Luighi has landed 4 goals, Nicolas Fernandez 3, with Andres Perea and two others scoring 1. Agustin Ojeda is the top assists provider in the last 10 games with 5.
Predicted & Confirmed Lineups
Chicago Fire predicted lineup (4-3-3): Josh Cohen (GK), Jonathan Dean, Jack Elliott, Mbekezeli Mbokazi, Leonardo Barroso, Sergio Oregel, Djé D'Avilla, Maren Haile-Selassie, Philip Zinckernagel, Johan Gómez, Jonathan Bamba.
New York City predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Tomás Romero (GK), Raul Gustavo, Thiago Martins, James Sands, Nico Cavallo, Andrés Perea, Jonathan Shore, Agustin Ojeda, Nicolas Fernandez Mercau, Hannes Wolf, Benie Traore.
Main Match Prediction
Chicago are priced at -119 to secure a victory and we think these odds look too big. We’re expecting the hosts to land a MLS win and a nice potential return could be on the cards.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):
Understanding the injured players situation proves useful when assembling football picks. Once we’ve also considered the form guide, we use the latest stats and provide MLS betting predictions.
The best betting sites make it a 54.3% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. However, we have this number closer to 60% based on our in-depth research. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.
There’s the chance to secure bigger odds by combining Chicago to win with BTTS No if you think that they’ll not only oblige with a victory but also keep a clean sheet during the ninety minutes.
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Correct Score Prediction
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New York City
We’ve picked out a correct score of 2-1 being landed by Chicago. You can secure odds of +575 and this provides an alternative way to place a wager.
Player Prop Picks
Leonardo Barroso (Chicago) is available to finish with at least one shot on goal at +200. Those wanting to back him should certainly look at the Shots on Target betting odds available.
Maren Haile-Selassie (Chicago) has managed six goals in his past ten MLS games. Based on the numbers, we are looking to bet the +230 for him to find the net on the Anytime Goalscorer market.
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Corners Prediction
There’s been an average of 4.80 corners for New York City in their past 5 games, with the corner count against Chicago going over 3.5 in their last three matches. We’re happy to back the -159 when it comes to City covering the Team Corners line which looks generous.
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Bet Builder Tips
We’re happy to go with a same-game multi that has Chicago to succeed, Over 2.5 along with New York City to rack up over 3.5 corners.
We advise a bet builder as it can be a fun approach when betting on a football game. You can predict a number of outcomes and get bigger odds than a single bet. The odds can combine to great effect.
Chicago Fire vs New York City Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
With an approximate 54% chance of succeeding, the bookies are being cautious with their -119 betting odds for Chicago Fire triumphing in this MLS encounter. The market suggests that New York City FC are least likely to win at +270.
There are different ways to bet on Chicago including the Asian Handicap -0.5 market. This option is -125, although City +0.5 is a viable alternative at -110 and you can cheer on the draw with the latter.
Over 2.5 Goals is available at shorter odds than Under 2.5 Goals as things stand. If you think that both sides will end up scoring, then the Both Teams to Score Yes option can be backed at -200.
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Robert Lewandowski is favourite to be First Goalscorer at +270 and if you’re keen to back him to simply find the net, then the price is -125.
Stats: Last 10 MLS matches only.
Chicago have managed six victories, three losses and one draw in the last 10 home matches, recording an average of 2.00 goals per game and conceding 1.30.
New York City haven’t lost any of their past four away games. Pascal Jansen's side have managed four draws, three victories and three losses in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.20 goals per game and conceding 1.10.
In the last meeting at Soldier Field, City defeated Chicago by a 3-1 scoreline. The previous 5 H2H meetings at Soldier Field have gone the way of City two times along with three draws.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Fire Home Stats |
6-1-3 | 3.30 | 2.00 | 1.30 | 8 | 2 | 8 | 2 | |
| New York City Away Stats |
3-4-3 | 2.30 | 1.20 | 1.10 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 3 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
- MLS: 26/07 2026 New York City 3 Chicago 1
- MLS: 14/09 2025 Chicago 1 New York City 3
- MLS: 25/05 2025 New York City 3 Chicago 1
- MLS: 25/08 2024 New York City 2 Chicago 2
- MLS: 14/07 2024 Chicago 0 New York City 0
- MLS: 22/10 2023 New York City 1 Chicago 0
- MLS: 05/03 2023 Chicago 1 New York City 1
- MLS: 22/08 2022 Chicago 0 New York City 2
- MLS: 22/05 2022 New York City 1 Chicago 0
- MLS: 28/10 2021 New York City 1 Chicago 0
Chicago Fire League Stats
New York City League Stats
- 4 wins, 2 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 3 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 1 win, 4 defeats and 5 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 3 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.70 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.00 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.30 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.30 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.00 corners awarded and 4.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.30 corners awarded and 4.40 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 8.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.70 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.60 corners awarded and 5.00 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 2.30 corners awarded and 5.80 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 9.60 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.10 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 1 and least corners in 9 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 50.20% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 52.30% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 52.10% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 51.60% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Chicago Fire this season are Hugo Cuypers (13), Maren Haile-Selassie (9), Philip Zinckernagel (6)
- Top Assistors for Chicago Fire this season are Philip Zinckernagel (8), Maren Haile-Selassie (5), Andrew Gutman (3)
Chicago Fire vs New York City Lineups & Team News
The latest Chicago vs City team news could impact your bets — review it first. Get the predicted and confirmed MLS lineups plus the latest injury updates from us.
Chicago Fire Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
New York City Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Chicago Fire Predicted Lineup 4-3-3
New York City Predicted Lineup 4-2-3-1
Previous Chicago Fire Lineups
Previous New York City Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Chicago Fire Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Gregg Berhalter
New York City Player Stats & Squad
MLS Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 27 | 18 | 6 | 3 | 55:21 | 60 |
| 2 | Vancouver | 27 | 15 | 5 | 7 | 60:29 | 50 |
| 3 | St. Louis | 27 | 13 | 8 | 6 | 48:36 | 47 |
| 4 | FC Dallas | 27 | 13 | 8 | 6 | 50:42 | 47 |
| 5 | NE Revolution | 27 | 14 | 4 | 9 | 45:36 | 46 |
| 6 | Inter Miami | 27 | 12 | 10 | 5 | 64:50 | 46 |
| 7 | Chicago Fire | 27 | 13 | 6 | 8 | 49:39 | 45 |
| 8 | SJ Earthquakes | 27 | 13 | 6 | 8 | 49:39 | 45 |
| 9 | Houston Dynamo | 27 | 13 | 5 | 9 | 34:32 | 44 |
| 10 | Charlotte FC | 27 | 12 | 7 | 8 | 47:38 | 43 |
| 11 | Los Angeles FC | 28 | 11 | 8 | 9 | 43:30 | 41 |
| 12 | Philadelphia | 27 | 11 | 6 | 10 | 54:44 | 39 |
| 13 | Seattle Sounders | 27 | 10 | 8 | 9 | 35:35 | 38 |
| 14 | Colorado Rapids | 27 | 11 | 3 | 13 | 38:38 | 36 |
| 15 | LA Galaxy | 28 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 37:44 | 36 |
| 16 | Orlando City | 27 | 10 | 4 | 13 | 48:64 | 34 |
| 17 | NY Red Bulls | 27 | 9 | 6 | 12 | 34:51 | 33 |
| 18 | NYCFC | 27 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 41:36 | 33 |
| 19 | FC Cincinnati | 26 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 55:64 | 33 |
| 20 | Portland Timbers | 27 | 9 | 5 | 13 | 48:51 | 32 |
| 21 | Real Salt Lake | 27 | 9 | 5 | 13 | 40:44 | 32 |
| 22 | San Diego | 27 | 8 | 8 | 11 | 47:47 | 32 |
| 23 | Austin FC | 27 | 7 | 10 | 10 | 35:47 | 31 |
| 24 | D.C. United | 26 | 6 | 12 | 8 | 34:42 | 30 |
| 25 | Columbus Crew | 27 | 8 | 5 | 14 | 39:43 | 29 |
| 26 | Minnesota Utd | 27 | 7 | 8 | 12 | 40:49 | 29 |
| 27 | Toronto FC | 27 | 6 | 11 | 10 | 39:51 | 29 |
| 28 | Atlanta United | 27 | 7 | 6 | 14 | 32:45 | 27 |
| 29 | CF Montréal | 27 | 6 | 6 | 15 | 34:54 | 24 |
| 30 | Sporting KC | 27 | 6 | 3 | 18 | 32:65 | 21 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 14 | 13 | 1 | 0 | 41:12 | 40 |
| 2 | Vancouver | 15 | 9 | 2 | 4 | 35:14 | 29 |
| 3 | NE Revolution | 13 | 9 | 2 | 2 | 26:13 | 29 |
| 4 | Colorado Rapids | 13 | 9 | 1 | 3 | 25:12 | 28 |
| 5 | St. Louis | 13 | 8 | 3 | 2 | 28:17 | 27 |
| 6 | Houston Dynamo | 14 | 8 | 3 | 3 | 17:12 | 27 |
| 7 | Los Angeles FC | 13 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 25:11 | 26 |
| 8 | Real Salt Lake | 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 27:20 | 26 |
| 9 | Charlotte FC | 14 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 26:14 | 25 |
| 10 | Chicago Fire | 13 | 8 | 1 | 4 | 25:15 | 25 |
| 11 | FC Cincinnati | 12 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 34:24 | 24 |
| 12 | Portland Timbers | 14 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 31:25 | 24 |
| 13 | Seattle Sounders | 14 | 7 | 3 | 4 | 23:20 | 24 |
| 14 | Orlando City | 13 | 7 | 2 | 4 | 23:17 | 23 |
| 15 | FC Dallas | 13 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 25:20 | 23 |
| 16 | Philadelphia | 13 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 23:13 | 22 |
| 17 | San Diego | 14 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 32:24 | 21 |
| 18 | SJ Earthquakes | 14 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 25:22 | 21 |
| 19 | Columbus Crew | 14 | 6 | 2 | 6 | 19:16 | 20 |
| 20 | Toronto FC | 14 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 29:28 | 20 |
| 21 | LA Galaxy | 14 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 18:18 | 20 |
| 22 | Inter Miami | 13 | 4 | 7 | 2 | 35:26 | 19 |
| 23 | Austin FC | 13 | 4 | 6 | 3 | 19:15 | 18 |
| 24 | CF Montréal | 14 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 19:18 | 17 |
| 25 | D.C. United | 14 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 18:25 | 17 |
| 26 | NYCFC | 14 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 26:21 | 16 |
| 27 | NY Red Bulls | 13 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 18:26 | 15 |
| 28 | Atlanta United | 13 | 4 | 2 | 7 | 19:23 | 14 |
| 29 | Minnesota Utd | 13 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 14:16 | 12 |
| 30 | Sporting KC | 13 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 18:26 | 12 |
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