New York Red Bulls vs Chicago Fire Prediction 5 April 2025
πThe upcoming match promises to be intense and unpredictable as the New York Red Bulls host the Chicago Fire. Both teams are in good form, adding a layer of intrigue to the game. New York have been solid at home, scoring over 1.5 goals in their last five home matches. Meanwhile, Chicago are actively picking up points and showcasing their attacking prowess with an average of 2.17 goals per game. Both teams are aiming to secure their positions at the top of the table, making every clash crucial.
Head-to-Head
πAnalytical review of previous official matches between New York Red Bulls and Chicago Fire:
- 39 matches played;
- home wins - 12, away wins - 15, draws - 12;
- goals scored (home/away) - 55 to 57;
- average total goals per match - 2.87.
The last encounter was at Chicago Fire's home ground. The match took place on 15 September 2024 and ended with a 2-1 victory for the hosts.
Head-to-head statistics New York Red Bulls - Chicago Fire

NY Red Bulls Team Overview
New York Red Bulls consistently hold the ninth spot in the standings, and they have no intention of slowing down. Their attack is one of their strong suits, as the team regularly scores more than one goal at home, as evidenced by their recent performances in MLS. However, their defense occasionally falters, conceding about one goal per match. Their current form is somewhat inconsistent, with two wins, two draws, and two losses in their last six games. In their most recent match against Chicago, New York suffered a 2-1 defeat on the road.
Match Results: NY Red Bulls

Chicago Fire Team Overview
Chicago sit in fourth place and impress with their scoring prowess, averaging 2.17 goals per match. Despite their attacking edge, their defense often finds itself under pressure, conceding up to two goals per game. A recent run of three consecutive victories indicates the team is in good spirits ahead of their trip to New York. Their recent 2-1 home victory over this upcoming opponent could boost their confidence before the next showdown.
Match Results: Chicago Fire
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 39;
- home team wins - 12, away team wins - 15, draws - 12.
Statistics: NY Red Bulls vs Chicago Fire
- number of matches played in the tournament: 6 vs 6;
- number of wins: 2 vs 3;
- win percentage: 33% vs 50%;
- number of losses: 2 vs 1;
- number of draws: 2 vs 2.
Last 10 matches:
- number of wins: 5 vs 3;
- number of losses: 3 vs 4;
- number of draws: 2 vs 3.
- NY Red Bulls has not won in 7 of the last 8 MLS games against Chicago Fire.
- NY Red Bulls has not won in each of their last 6 games against Chicago Fire.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.41, the guests - 1.46;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.87;
- both teams scored: overall - 23; at the home team's field - 8.
Statistics: NY Red Bulls vs Chicago Fire
- average total in the tournament: 2.17 vs 3.83;
- average total goals scored: 1.17 vs 2.17;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.83 vs 1.17;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.33 vs 1;
- NY Red Bulls: average total at home in the tournament - 2;
- Chicago Fire: average total away in the tournament - 2.5;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.3 (home - 2) vs 1.7 (away - 2.17).
- There have been under 3.5 goals scored in 8 of the last 9 NY Red Bulls games against Chicago Fire in the MLS.
- There have been under 3.5 goals scored in 8 of the last 9 NY Red Bulls games in the MLS.
Prediction on corners
NY Red Bulls: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.67; at home field - 2.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.2; at home field - 2.75.
Chicago Fire: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 3.33, away - 3.25;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.3; away - 3.5.
- There have been under 9.5 corners in each of the last 5 NY Red Bulls in the MLS home games against Chicago Fire.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 2.66 (1.33 for home team and 1.33 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 2.77 (1.18 for home team and 1.59 for away team).
NY Red Bulls: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.33; at home - 2.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.1; at home - 2.5.
Chicago Fire: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.83, away - 2;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.7; away - 1.5.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 39;
- both teams scored all-time - 23 times;
- on the home teamβs field - 8 times.
Statistics: NY Red Bulls vs Chicago Fire
- number of matches played in the tournament: 6 vs 6;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 3 vs 6;
- number of BTTS matches for NY Red Bulls at home - 2 (67%);
- number of BTTS matches for Chicago Fire away - 4 (100%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 8;
- BTTS matches for NY Red Bulls at home - 3 (75%);
- BTTS matches for Chicago Fire away - 5 (83%).
- NY Red Bulls has scored and conceded in 7 of the last 8 MLS home games.
- Chicago Fire has scored and conceded in each of their last 6 MLS games.
- Chicago Fire has scored and conceded in each of their last 5 MLS away games.