Сincinnati vs Chicago Fire Prediction 5 July 2025
🔊The upcoming clash between Cincinnati and Chicago Fire promises to be an exhilarating battle. Both teams have been scoring prolifically in recent matches, setting the stage for an entertaining contest. Cincinnati are currently second in the standings, showcasing strong performances at home, though they tend to concede often. Meanwhile, Chicago Fire are renowned for their attacking prowess, which doesn't always translate into victories. Given these factors, we're in for a match with plenty of goal-scoring opportunities.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 20 April 2025 and ended with a 2-3 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of the stats from that encounter (home team - Chicago Fire):
- possession percentage: 57% vs 43%;
- corner kicks: 6 vs 1;
- fouls: 13 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- shots on target: 5 vs 9.
📊Statistical preview of official encounters between Cincinnati and Chicago Fire:
- 16 matches played;
- home wins - 7, away wins - 5, draws - 4;
- goals scored - 21 for Cincinnati, 23 for Chicago Fire;
- average total goals in the first half - 1.19, second half - 1.56;
- average total goals per match - 2.75.
Head-to-head statistics Сincinnati - Chicago Fire

Cincinnati Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the MLS, featuring Orlando City as the hosts against Cincinnati. The game concluded with a score of 1-2.
Here are the match statistics (Cincinnati vs Orlando City):
- possession: 41% vs 59%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 4;
- fouls: 14 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 3;
- shots on target: 4 vs 3.
Cincinnati are delivering consistent performances this season, currently sitting second in the standings. The team showcases an aggressive attacking style, averaging 1.55 goals per match. However, their defense can be shaky at times, conceding an average of 1.3 goals per game. In their last ten outings, they have celebrated five victories, suffered three defeats, and settled for two draws. Interestingly, when playing at home, the team consistently hits over 8.5 corners in their last five games.
Match Results: Cincinnati

Chicago Fire Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the MLS, with Chicago Fire hosting Charlotte. The match ended with a scoreline of 3-2.
Here's the game statistics (Chicago Fire vs Charlotte):
- possession: 56% vs 44%;
- corners: 3 vs 1;
- fouls: 13 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 5 vs 2;
- shots on target: 5 vs 2.
Chicago Fire boast an impressive run with seven wins in their last ten matches, showcasing a potent attack that averages 2 goals per game alongside a solid defense, conceding just 1.79 on average. Their style is marked by rapid counterattacks and efficient finishing in front of goal. In their most recent head-to-head with Cincinnati, they suffered a 2-3 defeat, which could serve as extra motivation heading into the upcoming clash.
Match Results: Chicago Fire
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Cincinnati
📝 Three consecutive victories. The team is in excellent form and shows no signs of slowing down. Cincinnati, despite conceding frequently, compensates with a strong attack. In the latest round, they managed to outplay the formidable Orlando, scoring two goals. While the quality of play was average, it still secured them three points.
⚽️ Evander continues to deliver phenomenal performances. He netted twice against Orlando, bringing his tally to 11 goals.
💊 There are no significant losses in the squad.
Chicago Fire
📝 Chicago may never relinquish the title of the most entertaining club in MLS. Their form is a rollercoaster ride, and you never know what to expect from this team. In their last match, Fire defeated Charlotte 3-2. Such football might not be considered tactically sound, but the fans were surely thrilled.
⚽️ Hugo Cuypers stands as the club's top scorer, having netted in the last match as well. He has 11 goals to his name.
💊 Only rotation players are sidelined due to injuries.
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 16;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 0; for visitors away - 0; number of draws - 7;
- Average first-half total: 1.19;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.5, while the visitors net 0.69.
First-Half Stats: Cincinnati (home) vs Chicago Fire (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 10;
- wins: 3 (37.5%) vs 5 (50%);
- losses: 1 (12.5%) vs 3 (30%);
- draws: 4 (50%) vs 2 (20%);
- Average goals scored: 0.88 vs 2.8;
- Average goals conceded: 0.25 vs 1.3.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 7 vs 8;
- losses: 3 vs 1;
- draws: 0 vs 1;
- Average first-half total: 1.4 (scored - 0.9, conceded - 0.5) vs 1.8 (scored - 1.6, conceded - 0.2).
- Cincinnati scored in the 1st half in 8 of last 9 games (MLS).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 16;
- home team wins - 7, away team wins - 5, draws - 4.
Statistics: Cincinnati vs Chicago Fire
- matches played in the tournament: 20 vs 19;
- wins: 12 vs 8;
- win percentage: 60% vs 42%;
- losses: 5 vs 7;
- draws: 3 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 5 vs 7;
- losses: 3 vs 3;
- draws: 2 vs 0.
- Chicago Fire won with a +1.5 handicap in last 7 away games against Cincinnati.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.31, the guests - 1.44;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.75;
- both teams scored: overall - 8; at the home team's field - 2.
Statistics: Cincinnati vs Chicago Fire
- average total in the tournament: 2.85 vs 3.79;
- average total goals scored: 1.55 vs 2;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.7 vs 1.16;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.85 vs 0.84;
- Cincinnati: average total at home in the tournament - 1.75;
- Chicago Fire: average total away in the tournament - 2.8;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.6 (home - 2) vs 2.7 (away - 3.6).
- Cincinnati have scored under 2.5 goals in 6 of last 7 home games against Chicago Fire.
- Cincinnati have scored under 2.5 goals in 14 of last 15 home games.
- Cincinnati have scored under 2.5 goals in 12 of last 13 home games (MLS).
Prediction on corners
Cincinnati: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.75; at home field - 5.5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.5; at home field - 7.33.
Chicago Fire: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.11, away - 3.4;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.6; away - 3.6.
- Over 8.5 corners in last 5 Cincinnati home games (MLS).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 3.76 (1.88 for home team and 1.88 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 4.14 (1.71 for home team and 2.43 for away team).
Cincinnati: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.95; at home - 2;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.1; at home - 1.67.
Chicago Fire: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.26, away - 2.1;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.1; away - 2.2.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 16;
- both teams scored all-time - 8 times;
- on the home team’s field - 2 times.
Statistics: Cincinnati vs Chicago Fire
- number of matches played in the tournament: 20 vs 19;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 12 vs 15;
- number of BTTS matches for Cincinnati at home - 5 (63%);
- number of BTTS matches for Chicago Fire away - 10 (100%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 7;
- BTTS matches for Cincinnati at home - 3 (100%);
- BTTS matches for Chicago Fire away - 5 (100%).
- Cincinnati have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 games (MLS).
- Chicago Fire have scored and conceded in last 12 away games.
- Chicago Fire have scored and conceded in last 11 away games (MLS).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Given the high-scoring nature of both teams and their recent form, we can anticipate an open game with plenty of goal-scoring opportunities from both sides. Neither team prioritizes defense, particularly Chicago, who focus solely on attacking play. Cincinnati are more balanced, but they are unlikely to withstand the pressure. The trend of both teams finding the net is strong in this matchup, and it makes sense to trust it, even if the odds are not particularly high. Our pick is both teams to score.