Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 01 Nov 2025

MLS Betting Preview: Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union

Chicago Fire host Philadelphia Union in Game 2 of this MLS Round One playoff fixture at SeatGeek Stadium, with kick-off set for 17:30 on Saturday 1 November. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Back Union to Cause Fire Problems

The best plan could involve backing Philadelphia with a +0.25 Asian Handicap at -106 when clashing with Chicago. Our stake is split between 0 and +0.5, allowing us to land a return in the event of a draw.

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Game 1 Saw Union Win in Penalty Shoot-out

Philadelphia Union hosted Chicago Fire in Game 1 on Sunday, with Philadelphia triumphing on penalties after a 2-2 draw in normal time. Philadelphia enjoyed 57% possession, while Chicago won the shots on target 5-2. Indiana Vassilev and Milan Iloski netted for Philadelphia, with Jonathan Bamba and Jack Elliott on the scoresheet for Chicago.

Looking back to the previous 10 H2H meetings, there has been four draws. Philadelphia have won four games and Chicago two.

MLS		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	Philadelphia	34	20	6	8	57	35	22	57:35	66
13	Chicago Fire	34	15	8	11	68	60	8	68:60	53

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5 wins, 3 losses and 2 draws, averaging 2.5 goals from 11.0 attempts and 6.1 shots on goal. Chicago have had 49.4% possession and 4.9 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 2.3 goals from 9.8 attempts and 4.7 shots on goal, while earning 5.0 corners.

Hugo Cuypers and Philip Zinckernagel lead the way with 4 goals, while Jack Elliott has scored 3. Andre Franco is the top assists maker on 4.

Philadelphia have won 6, lost 3 and drawn 1, averaging 4.3 shots on goal, 10.2 attempts and 2.0 goals. The Union average 48.3% possession, 5.6 corners taken and 4.8 corners against them, while 1.5 goals have been conceded from 8.1 attempts and 4.5 shots on goal.

Indiana Vassilev has top scored with 4, while Milan Iloski and Bruno Damiani are next best on 3. Milan Iloski has had 4 assists in the previous 10 games.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Chicago Fire predicted lineup (3-4-3): Chris Brady (GK), Joel Waterman, Jack Elliott, Samuel Rogers, Jonathan Dean, Djé D'Avilla, Rominigue Kouamé, Andrew Gutman, Philip Zinckernagel, Hugo Cuypers, Jonathan Bamba.

Philadelphia Union predicted lineup (4-4-2): Andre Blake (GK), Nathan Harriel, Jakob Glesnes, Olwethu Makhanya, Kai Wagner, Indiana Vassilev, Jovan Lukic, Danley Jean Jacques, Milan Iloski, Tai Baribo, Bruno Damiani.

Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union Prediction & Betting Tips

This Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union betting guide features sharp analysis across major markets, including a match prediction, correct score bet, corner kick insight, valuable player prop picks and a strategic bet builder.

Match Prediction

Philadelphia look a quality wager for this MLS encounter and we can bet the away team at -106 with a +0.25 goal handicap. The latest numbers imply that they can swerve defeat and claim a victory.

We’re constantly keeping tabs on the MLS team news. Along with the latest form, this helps us get the value every time. Our football experts are able to take a stats-led approach, with the key numbers providing a guide.

Key Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union league stats:

• The +0.25 line has been covered by Philadelphia in 4 of their last 5 games.
• The +0.25 line has been covered by Philadelphia in 15 of their last 20 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Chicago in 12 of their last 19 games at home.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Chicago in 3 of their last 5 games.
• The -0.25 line hasn’t been covered by Chicago in 3 consecutive games against Philadelphia.

Union +0.25 Probability

The top betting apps make it a 51.5% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. Taking all factors into consideration, our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and have a probability interval between 55-60%. This bet can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Match Prediction

Philadelphia Asian Hcp +0.25 @ -106 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

Chicago 1 - 2 Philadelphia

A 2-1 win in favor of Philadelphia is available at odds of +900. Take a chance on the correct score and get rewarded for predicting the right scoreline.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Jonathan Bamba Over 0.5 Shots On Target -112

Jonathan Bamba (Chicago) can be wagered to record a minimum of one shot on goal at -112. It’s all about backing him at attractive odds when it comes to the Shots on Target market.

Latest Jonathan Bamba Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+280

First

+900

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-112

Under 0.5

-159

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Indiana Vassilev to Score +440

Indiana Vassilev (Philadelphia) has managed three goals in his past five MLS matches. This statistic guides us towards Anytime Goalscorer where we’re able to back him to find the net at appealing odds of +440.

Latest Indiana Vassilev Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+440

First

+1200

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

+155

Under 0.5

-250

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Corners Prediction

Philadelphia To Have Most Corners +102

There has been an average 7.60 corners for Philadelphia in their past 5 games, with Chicago averaging 4.60 corners in the previous 5 matches. Philadelphia look value at +102 to rack up the most corners.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Chicago

Total

9.90 4.90 5.00

Home

8.40 4.80 3.60

Away

10.10 4.60 5.50

Philadelphia

Total

10.40 5.60 4.80

Home

12.10 7.60 4.50

Away

8.30 4.90 3.40

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-100

Under 10.5

-141

Chicago Corners

Over 5.5

+114

Under 5.5

-164

Philadelphia Corners

Over 4.5

-141

Under 4.5

-102

Most Corners

1

-105

X

+600

2

+110

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Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Bookies Have Fire as Favourites

With an approximate 48% chance of succeeding, the bookies are being cautious with their +110 betting odds for Chicago Fire triumphing in this MLS encounter. The market suggests that Philadelphia Union are least likely to win at +205.

There’s a Draw No Bet market should you wish to have some insurance and Philadelphia are +125 here. However, if you want to back favourites Chicago, then -175 is on offer.

Over 2.5 Goals is trading at a shorter price than Under 2.5 Goals right now. BTTS betting is always a warm order and you can bet Yes at -217 on the Both Teams to Score market.

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Full-Time Result

1

+110

X

+280

2

+205

Half-Time Result

1

+160

X

+150

2

+230

Double Chance

1X

-278

12

-385

X2

-141

Draw No Bet

1

-175

2

+125

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

-118

2 Hcp +0.25

-106

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+148

Over 2.5

-189

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-217

No

+150

Hugo Cuypers Heads First Goalscorer Market

Hugo Cuypers is favourite to be First Goalscorer at +370. If you want to back him to score the last goal, you can get similar odds.

Hugo Cuypers (Chicago)

First

+118

Anytime

+370

Tai Baribo (Philadelphia)

First

+160

Anytime

+475

Philip Zinckernagel (Chicago)

First

+200

Anytime

+575

Bruno Damiani (Philadelphia)

First

+230

Anytime

+650

Brian Gutierrez (Chicago)

First

+250

Anytime

+800

Milan Iloski (Philadelphia)

First

+270

Anytime

+750

Jonathan Bamba (Chicago)

First

+280

Anytime

+900

Mikael Uhre (Philadelphia)

First

+330

Anytime

+900

Rominigue Kouamé (Chicago)

First

+400

Anytime

+1200

Indiana Vassilev (Philadelphia)

First

+440

Anytime

+1200

Quinn Sullivan (Philadelphia)

First

+500

Anytime

+1400

André Franco (Chicago)

First

+525

Anytime

+1500

Jovan Lukić (Philadelphia)

First

+575

Anytime

+1600

Andrew Gutman (Chicago)

First

+600

Anytime

+1900

Danley Jean Jacques (Philadelphia)

First

+650

Anytime

+1900

Sergio Oregel (Chicago)

First

+700

Anytime

+1900

Nathan Harriel (Philadelphia)

First

+750

Anytime

+2200

Bruno Damiani (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

-161

Under 0.5

+102

Milan Iloski (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

-143

Under 0.5

-111

Brian Gutierrez (Chicago)

Over 0.5

-127

Under 0.5

-141

Jonathan Bamba (Chicago)

Over 0.5

-112

Under 0.5

-159

Mikael Uhre (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

-100

Under 0.5

-159

Hugo Cuypers (Chicago)

Over 1.5

+104

Under 1.5

-189

Rominigue Kouamé (Chicago)

Over 0.5

+148

Under 0.5

-286

Indiana Vassilev (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

+155

Under 0.5

-250

Tai Baribo (Philadelphia)

Over 1.5

+160

Under 1.5

-270

Jovan Lukić (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

+200

Under 0.5

-357

Andrew Gutman (Chicago)

Over 0.5

+225

Under 0.5

-526

Danley Jean Jacques (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

+260

Under 0.5

-476

Nathan Harriel (Philadelphia)

Over 0.5

+280

Under 0.5

-714

Chicago Fire vs Philadelphia Union Lineups & Team News

Stay informed and review the Chicago vs Philadelphia team news before placing your bets. We’ll bring you the expected and confirmed lineups for the MLS along with up-to-date injury news.

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