MLS
New York RB vs Chicago Fire
Sun, 23 Aug 2026 - 00:30 (UK Time)
Stadium: Sports Illustrated Stadium
New York RB vs Chicago Fire Prediction & Stats - MLS 2026
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. New York RB vs Chicago Fire carries real history into this round of the MLS.
The two sides meet on 23/08 (Sunday) at Sports Illustrated Stadium, 00:30 (UK time).
Read the New York RB vs Chicago Fire prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on New York RB vs Chicago Fire
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the New York RB vs Chicago Fire call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
BTTS - Yes
Last updated on 21-08-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Chicago Fire the side to beat, with roughly 31% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all MLS odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
New York RB Preview
New York RB reach this fixture 19 match into their MLS. Here is where The Red Bulls stand:
In this competition
7 won, 4 drawn, 8 lost
1.32 points per game
30 scored, at 1.58 a game
41 conceded, at 2.16 a game
The Red Bulls, season-wide
7 won, 4 drawn, 8 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Julian Hall, 9 goals
Most assists: Cade Cowell, 6 assists
Recent results — New York RB
19/08/2026 19:30
15/08/2026 19:30
01/08/2026 19:30
25/07/2026 18:30
22/07/2026 19:30
Chicago Fire: how they are travelling
Chicago Fire come in 18 matches into their MLS.
Here is what The Fire have produced:
In this competition
10 won, 2 drawn, 6 lost
1.78 points per game
34 scored, at 1.89 a game
24 conceded, at 1.33 a game
The Fire, season-wide
10 won, 2 drawn, 6 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Hugo Cuypers, 13 goals
Most assists: Philip Zinckernagel, 8 assists
Recent results — The Fire
19/08/2026 19:30
16/08/2026 18:00
01/08/2026 20:30
25/07/2026 19:30
22/07/2026 19:30
The head-to-head
Over 36 recent meetings between New York RB and Chicago Fire:
New York RB: 13 win(s)
Chicago Fire: 13 win(s)
Drawn: 10
An even record like this keeps the New York RB vs Chicago Fire prediction genuinely open.
Form comparison New York RB vs Chicago Fire
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
New York RB
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
L
W
L
L
|
1.25 |
| Home |
L
W
L
D
W
|
1.4 |
| Away |
L
L
W
W
L
|
1.1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 35% | 40% | 30% |
| Goals | 3.6 | 3.5 | 3.7 |
| Scored | 1.5 | 1.6 | 1.4 |
| Conceded | 2.1 | 1.9 | 2.3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 70% | 50% | 90% |
| Without Conceding | 5% | 10% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 40% | 10% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.61 | 1.67 | 1.54 |
|
xGA
|
1.53 | 1.39 | 1.67 |
Away Team
Chicago Fire
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
W
W
L
|
1.84 |
| Home |
L
W
W
W
L
|
2.1 |
| Away |
W
L
L
W
W
|
1.56 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 58% | 70% | 44% |
| Goals | 3.21 | 3.1 | 3.33 |
| Scored | 1.89 | 2 | 1.78 |
| Conceded | 1.32 | 1.1 | 1.56 |
| Both Teams to Score | 68% | 60% | 78% |
| Without Conceding | 32% | 40% | 22% |
| Failed To Score | 5% | 0% | 11% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.55 | 1.76 | 1.31 |
|
xGA
|
1.4 | 1.2 | 1.61 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: New York RB to Win the 1st Half
New York RB has been strong in the opening 45 minutes at home this season. Whether it's their tactical approach or the boost from their home crowd, they consistently come out strong.
We expect them to follow the same pattern against Chicago Fire, making New York RB to win the first half a strong betting option.
👉 Prediction: Chicago Fire to Win
Underestimating Chicago Fire would be a mistake. Despite being the away side, they have the quality and tactical discipline to pull off a win.
That’s why we’re backing Chicago Fire to win outright on the 1X2 market at odds of 2.26.
Fixture information - New York RB vs Chicago Fire
Match: New York RB vs Chicago Fire
Competition: MLS
Date: Sunday, 23/08/2026
Kick-off: 00:30 (UK time)
Venue: Sports Illustrated Stadium
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Stats
The statistics for The Metro vs Men in Red that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
3.42
League: 3.19
Both Teams to Score
64%
League: 62%
Over 1.5+
85%
League: 81%
Over 2.5+
64%
League: 61%
Cards
5.09
League: 4.39
Corners
9.44
League: 9.98
Home Team
New York RB
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
L
W
L
L
|
1.25 |
| Home |
L
W
L
D
W
|
1.4 |
| Away |
L
L
W
W
L
|
1.1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 35% | 40% | 30% |
| Goals | 3.6 | 3.5 | 3.7 |
| Scored | 1.5 | 1.6 | 1.4 |
| Conceded | 2.1 | 1.9 | 2.3 |
| Both Teams to Score | 70% | 50% | 90% |
| Without Conceding | 5% | 10% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 40% | 10% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.61 | 1.67 | 1.54 |
|
xGA
|
1.53 | 1.39 | 1.67 |
Away Team
Chicago Fire
USA - MLS
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
L
W
W
W
L
|
1.84 |
| Home |
L
W
W
W
L
|
2.1 |
| Away |
W
L
L
W
W
|
1.56 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 58% | 70% | 44% |
| Goals | 3.21 | 3.1 | 3.33 |
| Scored | 1.89 | 2 | 1.78 |
| Conceded | 1.32 | 1.1 | 1.56 |
| Both Teams to Score | 68% | 60% | 78% |
| Without Conceding | 32% | 40% | 22% |
| Failed To Score | 5% | 0% | 11% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.55 | 1.76 | 1.31 |
|
xGA
|
1.4 | 1.2 | 1.61 |
Corners
10.9 / Match
+12% Corners / Match
New York RB received +12% more corners than Chicago Fire in the MLS
9.69 / Match
Nashville SC
(7)
Atlanta United FC
(7)
Orlando City
(5)
Charlotte
(6)
Philadelphia Union
(6)
Sporting KC
(1)
New York City
(9)(3)
Orlando City
(0)
Portland Timbers
(8)
Charlotte
(2)
New York City
(4)
Inter Miami
(3)
Toronto
(3)
Montreal Impact
Cards
2.25 / Match
+10% Cards / Match
Chicago Fire received +10% more cards than New York RB in the MLS
2.47 / Match
Nashville SC
(1)
Atlanta United FC
(1)
Orlando City
(3)
Charlotte
(4)
Philadelphia Union
(3)
Sporting KC
(2)
New York City
(4)(2)
Orlando City
(2)
Portland Timbers
(3)
Charlotte
(3)
New York City
(1)
Inter Miami
(4)
Toronto
(3)
Montreal Impact
Goals Scored
1.5 / Match
+26%
Chicago Fire is +26% better in terms of goals scored
1.89 / Match
Nashville SC
(0)
Atlanta United FC
(1)
Orlando City
(3)
Charlotte
(0)
Philadelphia Union
(1)
Sporting KC
(2)
New York City
(1)(2)
Orlando City
(2)
Portland Timbers
(2)
Charlotte
(1)
New York City
(2)
Inter Miami
(2)
Toronto
(2)
Montreal Impact
Goals Conceded
2.1 / Match
+37%
New York RB condeded +37% more goals than Chicago Fire
1.32 / Match
Nashville SC
(1)
Atlanta United FC
(2)
Orlando City
(2)
Charlotte
(2)
Philadelphia Union
(3)
Sporting KC
(1)
New York City
(1)(1)
Orlando City
(1)
Portland Timbers
(1)
Charlotte
(3)
New York City
(3)
Inter Miami
(1)
Toronto
(0)
Montreal Impact
MLS Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Nashville SC
|
20 | 14 | 4 | 2 | 40 | 15 | 25 | 46 | 2.3 |
| 2 |
Inter Miami
|
20 | 11 | 6 | 3 | 48 | 38 | 10 | 39 | 1.95 |
| 3 |
Houston Dynamo
|
20 | 12 | 2 | 6 | 29 | 24 | 5 | 38 | 1.9 |
| 4 |
Vancouver Whitecaps
|
19 | 11 | 4 | 4 | 40 | 18 | 22 | 37 | 1.95 |
| 5 |
Chicago Fire
|
19 | 11 | 2 | 6 | 36 | 25 | 11 | 35 | 1.84 |
| 6 |
Los Angeles FC
|
21 | 10 | 4 | 7 | 35 | 21 | 14 | 34 | 1.62 |
| 7 |
New England Revolution
|
20 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 32 | 25 | 7 | 33 | 1.65 |
| 8 |
SJ Earthquakes
|
20 | 10 | 3 | 7 | 38 | 28 | 10 | 33 | 1.65 |
| 9 |
FC Dallas
|
20 | 9 | 6 | 5 | 38 | 29 | 9 | 33 | 1.65 |
| 10 |
St. Louis City
|
20 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 28 | 26 | 2 | 30 | 1.5 |
| 11 |
FC Cincinnati
|
20 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 48 | 46 | 2 | 30 | 1.5 |
| 12 |
Charlotte
|
20 | 8 | 5 | 7 | 35 | 31 | 4 | 29 | 1.45 |
| 13 |
Colorado Rapids
|
20 | 9 | 1 | 10 | 30 | 25 | 5 | 28 | 1.4 |
| 14 |
Real Salt Lake
|
19 | 8 | 4 | 7 | 33 | 30 | 3 | 28 | 1.47 |
| 15 |
Portland Timbers
|
20 | 8 | 3 | 9 | 37 | 36 | 1 | 27 | 1.35 |
| 16 |
New York City
|
20 | 7 | 5 | 8 | 34 | 29 | 5 | 26 | 1.3 |
| 17 |
New York RB
|
20 | 7 | 4 | 9 | 30 | 42 | -12 | 25 | 1.25 |
| 18 |
Minnesota United
|
20 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 22 | 28 | -6 | 25 | 1.25 |
| 19 |
LA Galaxy
|
21 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 25 | 30 | -5 | 25 | 1.19 |
| 20 |
DC United
|
20 | 5 | 9 | 6 | 27 | 33 | -6 | 24 | 1.2 |
| 21 |
San Diego
|
20 | 6 | 6 | 8 | 34 | 32 | 2 | 24 | 1.2 |
| 22 |
Seattle Sounders
|
19 | 7 | 3 | 9 | 21 | 26 | -5 | 24 | 1.26 |
| 23 |
Toronto
|
20 | 4 | 9 | 7 | 29 | 36 | -7 | 21 | 1.05 |
| 24 |
Orlando City
|
20 | 6 | 3 | 11 | 32 | 50 | -18 | 21 | 1.05 |
| 25 |
Austin
|
20 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 25 | 39 | -14 | 20 | 1 |
| 26 |
Philadelphia Union
|
20 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 30 | 37 | -7 | 20 | 1 |
| 27 |
Columbus Crew
|
20 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 28 | 33 | -5 | 20 | 1 |
| 28 |
Montreal Impact
|
20 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 27 | 37 | -10 | 20 | 1 |
| 29 |
Atlanta United FC
|
20 | 5 | 3 | 12 | 23 | 35 | -12 | 18 | 0.9 |
| 30 |
Sporting KC
|
20 | 4 | 3 | 13 | 19 | 49 | -30 | 15 | 0.75 |
Odds
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