Chicago Fire vs New York Red Bulls Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 09 May 2026
MLS Betting Preview: Chicago Fire vs New York Red Bulls
Chicago Fire take on New York Red Bulls at Soldier Field, with kick-off set for 14:30 on Saturday 9 May.
Chicago should be able to beat NY Red Bulls by two goals or more. We’ll back them -1 at -114, meaning money back if the favourites claim a one goal victory, although we think the margin should be bigger.
Chicago Fire lost their last game, suffering a 3-2 home defeat to FC Cincinnati at Soldier Field. Gregg Berhalter's team had most of the ball recording 55% possession and ten shots on target, while Hugo Cuypers grabbed the goals.
New York Red Bulls suffered a second consecutive MLS defeat when losing 2-0 in their previous league game. This was at home to Dallas at Sports Illustrated Stadium. Despite enjoying 58% possession, they were unable to manage a single shot on goal.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Chicago triumphed in the last clash between the pair. Landing a 1-0 home win when playing Red Bulls at Soldier Field. Chicago have landed victory in five of the past 10 H2H games, with Red Bulls securing two wins along with three draws.
| MLS | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 |  Chicago Fire |
14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 27 | 16 | 11 | 27:16 | 26 |
| 13 |  NY Red Bulls |
15 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 25 | 32 | -7 | 25:32 | 22 |
5 wins, 3 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.9 goals from 14.6 attempts and 5.1 shots on goal. Chicago have had 52.7% possession and 4.3 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 1.1 goals from 10.7 attempts and 4.1 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 4.9 corners.
Hugo Cuypers leads the way with 10 goals, Philip Zinckernagel has 4, with Maren Haile-Selassie and Jonathan Bamba scoring 2. Leading assistor is Philip Zinckernagel with 3.
Red Bulls have won 2, lost 5 and drawn 3, with an average of 1.4 goals from 4.3 shots on goal and 13.2 attempts. Michael Bradley's men have averaged 57.5% possession, 6.1 corners taken and 4.8 corners against, while conceding 2.6 goals from 5.7 shots on goal and 12.4 attempts.
Julian Hall is the leading scorer with 4 goals, followed by Jorge Ruvalcaba on 3, with Ronald Donkor and two others bagging 1. Look no further than Ronald Donkor for the top assist maker (3) in the last 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Chicago Fire confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Chris Brady (GK), Jonathan Dean, Joel Waterman, Jack Elliott, Andrew Gutman, Anton Saletros, Dje D'Avilla, Philip Zinckernagel, Maren Haile-Selassie, Jonathan Bamba, Hugo Cuypers.
New York Red Bulls confirmed lineup (4-1-4-1): Ethan Horvath (GK), Dylan Nealis, Tim Parker, Robert Voloder, Matthew Dos Santos, Adri Mehmeti, Cade Cowell, Ronald Donkor, Emil Forsberg, Jorge Ruvalcaba, Julian Hall.
Chicago Fire vs New York Red Bulls Prediction & Betting Tips
We’ve lined up expert Chicago Fire vs New York Red Bulls betting tips, from our match prediction and correct score call to corners betting insight, best player prop picks and bet builder advice. Read on for the full breakdown.
Match Prediction
Chicago at -1 on the Asian Handicap looks like an appealing selection. We think that betting odds of -114 can be taken with confidence when it comes to this MLS match.
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Key Chicago Fire vs New York Red Bulls league stats:
According to the top bookies, our pick has a 53.2% chance of landing a return. However, our experts think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
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NY Red Bulls
We’re going for Chicago at +750 to secure a 3-1 win. It’s exciting to bet on the correct score and this wager will hopefully be able to land a nice return.
Player Prop Picks
Hugo Cuypers (Chicago) has scored in seven consecutive MLS games. Considering the numbers, we think that odds of -105 offer plenty of appeal when it comes to wagering on Anytime Goalscorer.
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Corners Prediction
It’s been an average of 4.20 corners for Chicago in their past 5 games, with New York Red Bulls conceding under 5.5 corners in the previous four matches. We think Chicago might fall short of the mark, with odds of -118 available when it comes to this Team Corners pick.
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Bet Builder Tips
Check out our same-game multi which has the following: Chicago to cover the -1 Asian Handicap, both teams to find the net along with Hugo Cuypers (Chicago) to be on the scoresheet.
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Chicago Fire vs New York Red Bulls 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.
The bookies have Chicago Fire as -185 favourites for this MLS clash, with the Full-Time Result betting odds implying that they are 65% likely to win. If you want to get against the market leader, then you’re able to secure +400 for New York Red Bulls.
For those wanting an alternative, Chicago are -106 on the Half-Time Result market. This means they need to lead at the break, with Red Bulls being priced up at +360 and the draw is +175.
The Over 2.5 option is currently favourite on the Total Goals betting market. If you are expecting both teams to score, there’s the chance to back Yes at -244 on the BTTS market.
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There is -111 available that Hugo Cuypers finds the net anytime, while the favourite to score the first goal is on offer at +330.
Stats: MLS matches only
Chicago have recorded six victories, three defeats and one draw in the previous 10 home matches, netting an average of 2.10 goals per game and conceding 1.10.
NY Red Bulls have gone without an away win in the last five games. The Red Bulls have recorded six defeats, two victories and two draws in the previous 10 away matches, netting an average of 1.10 goals per game and conceding 2.20.
Chicago enjoyed a 1-0 winning scoreline when last meeting Red Bulls at Soldier Field. We’ve seen the past 6 H2H meetings at Soldier Field feature three Chicago wins, two draws and one Red Bulls triumph.
| 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 | 3.20 | 2.10 | 1.10 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 5 | |
| New York Red Bulls Away Stats |
2-2-6 | 3.30 | 1.10 | 2.20 | 6 | 4 | 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: 27/07 2025 Chicago 1 NY Red Bulls 0
- MLS: 06/04 2025 NY Red Bulls 2 Chicago 1
- MLS: 15/09 2024 Chicago 2 NY Red Bulls 1
- MLS: 14/04 2024 NY Red Bulls 0 Chicago 0
- MLS: 01/10 2023 NY Red Bulls 0 Chicago 1
- MLS: 30/04 2023 Chicago 1 NY Red Bulls 1
- MLS: 19/05 2022 NY Red Bulls 3 Chicago 3
- MLS: 01/05 2022 Chicago 1 NY Red Bulls 2
- MLS: 29/08 2021 NY Red Bulls 0 Chicago 1
- MLS: 09/08 2021 Chicago 2 NY Red Bulls 1
Chicago Fire League Stats
New York Red Bulls League Stats
- 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 3 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 home matches
- 2 wins, 5 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 6 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.90 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.00 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.10 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 2.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 2.20 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.30 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.30 corners awarded and 4.90 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.80 corners awarded and 4.40 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 9.20 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.20 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 6.10 corners awarded and 4.80 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.90 corners awarded and 4.60 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 10.90 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.50 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 52.70% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 54.50% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 57.50% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 54.40% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Chicago Fire this season are Hugo Cuypers (10), Philip Zinckernagel (4), Jonathan Bamba (2)
- Top Assistors for Chicago Fire this season are Philip Zinckernagel (3), Andrew Gutman (2), Jonathan Bamba (2)
Chicago Fire vs New York Red Bulls Lineups & Team News
Stay ahead of the game by checking the Chicago vs Red Bulls team news before betting. Expect the predicted and confirmed MLS lineups along with timely injury updates.
Chicago Fire Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
New York Red Bulls Confirmed Lineup 4-1-4-1
Chicago Fire Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
New York Red Bulls Confirmed Lineup 4-1-4-1
Chicago Fire Substitutes
- 4Mbekezeli Mbokazi
- 8Chris Mueller
- 12Puso Dithejane
- 14Viktor Radojevic
- 20Jason Shokalook
- 22Mauricio Pineda
- 27Dylan Borso
- 35Sergio Oregel
- 44Josh Cohen
New York Red Bulls Substitutes
- 2Justin Che
- 3J. Marshall-Rutty
- 4Gustav Berggren
- 5Omar Valencia
- 13E. M. Choupo-Moting
- 37Mohammed Sofo
- 39Nehuen Benedetti
- 77John McCarthy
- 79Rafael Mosquera
Previous Chicago Fire Lineups
Previous New York Red Bulls Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Chicago Fire Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Gregg Berhalter
New York Red Bulls Player Stats & Squad
MLS Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nashville SC | 14 | 10 | 3 | 1 | 31:11 | 33 |
| 2 | Vancouver | 14 | 10 | 2 | 2 | 34:12 | 32 |
| 3 | SJ Earthquakes | 15 | 10 | 2 | 3 | 34:15 | 32 |
| 4 | Inter Miami | 15 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 39:28 | 31 |
| 5 | Chicago Fire | 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 27:16 | 26 |
| 6 | Real Salt Lake | 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 26:19 | 26 |
| 7 | NE Revolution | 14 | 8 | 1 | 5 | 22:18 | 25 |
| 8 | FC Dallas | 15 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 30:22 | 25 |
| 9 | Los Angeles FC | 15 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 24:17 | 24 |
| 10 | Seattle Sounders | 13 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 17:11 | 24 |
| 11 | Houston Dynamo | 14 | 7 | 1 | 6 | 19:23 | 22 |
| 12 | Minnesota Utd | 15 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 18:22 | 22 |
| 13 | NY Red Bulls | 15 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 25:32 | 22 |
| 14 | Charlotte FC | 15 | 6 | 3 | 6 | 24:23 | 21 |
| 15 | LA Galaxy | 15 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 22:22 | 20 |
| 16 | FC Cincinnati | 15 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 36:37 | 20 |
| 17 | NYCFC | 15 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 25:21 | 19 |
| 18 | D.C. United | 15 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 21:25 | 18 |
| 19 | San Diego | 15 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 30:27 | 17 |
| 20 | Colorado Rapids | 15 | 5 | 1 | 9 | 25:24 | 16 |
| 21 | Columbus Crew | 15 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 21:23 | 16 |
| 22 | St. Louis | 14 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 16:20 | 16 |
| 23 | Portland Timbers | 14 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 22:28 | 14 |
| 24 | CF Montréal | 14 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 22:31 | 14 |
| 25 | Orlando City | 15 | 4 | 2 | 9 | 23:44 | 14 |
| 26 | Toronto FC | 14 | 3 | 5 | 6 | 22:29 | 14 |
| 27 | Austin FC | 15 | 3 | 5 | 7 | 19:31 | 14 |
| 28 | Atlanta United | 14 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 14:23 | 11 |
| 29 | Sporting KC | 14 | 3 | 2 | 9 | 14:36 | 11 |
| 30 | Philadelphia | 15 | 1 | 4 | 10 | 18:30 | 7 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vancouver | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 21:4 | 21 |
| 2 | Real Salt Lake | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 18:8 | 21 |
| 3 | NE Revolution | 8 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 17:7 | 21 |
| 4 | Nashville SC | 7 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 23:9 | 19 |
| 5 | Charlotte FC | 9 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 18:9 | 17 |
| 6 | Los Angeles FC | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 15:8 | 16 |
| 7 | Chicago Fire | 8 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 16:9 | 15 |
| 8 | Houston Dynamo | 7 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 8:6 | 15 |
| 9 | SJ Earthquakes | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 16:6 | 13 |
| 10 | FC Cincinnati | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 20:14 | 13 |
| 11 | Seattle Sounders | 6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 12:7 | 13 |
| 12 | FC Dallas | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 18:16 | 13 |
| 13 | San Diego | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 23:15 | 12 |
| 14 | NYCFC | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 19:13 | 11 |
| 15 | Columbus Crew | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 9:6 | 11 |
| 16 | Austin FC | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 9:6 | 11 |
| 17 | Toronto FC | 9 | 2 | 5 | 2 | 17:18 | 11 |
| 18 | NY Red Bulls | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 13:14 | 11 |
| 19 | St. Louis | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 11:7 | 10 |
| 20 | Portland Timbers | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 14:11 | 10 |
| 21 | CF Montréal | 6 | 3 | 1 | 2 | 10:7 | 10 |
| 22 | Orlando City | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 14:13 | 10 |
| 23 | Colorado Rapids | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 15:9 | 9 |
| 24 | Inter Miami | 6 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 16:13 | 9 |
| 25 | LA Galaxy | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 10:8 | 9 |
| 26 | Minnesota Utd | 7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 6:5 | 9 |
| 27 | D.C. United | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 11:16 | 8 |
| 28 | Atlanta United | 8 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 11:14 | 7 |
| 29 | Sporting KC | 7 | 1 | 2 | 4 | 9:14 | 5 |
| 30 | Philadelphia | 6 | 0 | 3 | 3 | 3:6 | 3 |
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