Atlanta United vs Chicago Fire Prediction 16 July 2025
πThe upcoming clash between Atlanta United and Chicago Fire promises to be a real showdown, with both teams eager to improve their standings in the league table. Atlanta, known for their attacking style, will be pulling out all the stops to get back to winning ways after a string of setbacks. Meanwhile, Chicago have shown more consistent results in recent matches and aim to capitalize on this advantage. Both teams have vulnerabilities in defense, which could make the game particularly exciting for spectators.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 10 May 2025 and ended with a 2-1 scoreline. Let's look at the comparative stats from that encounter (home team - Chicago Fire):
- possession: 55% vs 45%;
- corners: 9 vs 1;
- fouls: 10 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 8 vs 2.
πStatistical preview of the official encounters between Atlanta United and Chicago Fire:
- 18 matches played;
- home wins - 8, away wins - 7, draws - 3;
- goals scored - 27 to 25;
- average total goals in the first half - 1.56, in the second half - 1.33;
- average total goals per match - 2.89.
Head-to-head statistics Atlanta United - Chicago Fire

Atlanta United Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on in the MLS, featuring Toronto as the home side against Atlanta United. The contest ended in a 1-1 draw.
Here are the match stats (Atlanta United vs Toronto):
- possession: 63% vs 37%;
- corners: 3 vs 3;
- fouls: 9 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 5;
- shots on target: 3 vs 5.
Atlanta United are not in their best form this season, managing just four wins in 21 matches. While their home games are always filled with passion and attacking play, their current form is lacking, with the team unable to secure a victory in several consecutive games. However, it's worth highlighting their strong performance against Chicago at home last season, where Atlanta secured a resounding win, providing a confidence boost ahead of the upcoming clash.
Match Results: Atlanta United

Chicago Fire Team Overview
The visitors last played an official match on in the MLS, where they faced off against Chicago Fire. The game ended with a scoreline of 1-2 in favor of San Diego Zest.
Here are the match stats (Chicago Fire vs. San Diego Zest):
- possession: 44% vs 56%;
- corners: 7 vs 0;
- fouls: 17 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 4.
Chicago Fire recently showcased a confident performance on the road, thanks to their balanced strategy in both attack and defense. Positioned higher than their opponents in the standings (10th place), they aim to secure a spot closer to the top. The team boasts a high scoring rate with an average of around 2 goals per match, though their defensive record remains a concern. Nonetheless, their recent away fixtures highlight their potential to pick up points even against tough opponents.
Match Results: Chicago Fire
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 18;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 7; for visitors away - 0; number of draws - 1;
- Average first-half total: 1.56;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.67, while the visitors net 0.89.
First-Half Stats: Atlanta United (home) vs Chicago Fire (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 10 vs 11;
- wins: 4 (40%) vs 5 (45.45%);
- losses: 2 (20%) vs 4 (36.36%);
- draws: 4 (40%) vs 2 (18.18%);
- Average goals scored: 1.3 vs 2.64;
- Average goals conceded: 0.5 vs 1.27.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 1 vs 6;
- losses: 5 vs 3;
- draws: 4 vs 1;
- Average first-half total: 1.2 (scored - 0.3, conceded - 0.9) vs 1.8 (scored - 1.3, conceded - 0.5).
- Atlanta United scored in the 1st half in last 7 home games against Chicago Fire (MLS).
- Atlanta United scored in the 1st half in last 6 home games against Chicago Fire.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 18;
- home team wins - 8, away team wins - 7, draws - 3.
Statistics: Atlanta United vs Chicago Fire
- matches played in the tournament: 21 vs 21;
- wins: 4 vs 8;
- win percentage: 19% vs 38%;
- losses: 10 vs 9;
- draws: 7 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 2 vs 4;
- losses: 5 vs 6;
- draws: 3 vs 0.
- Atlanta United have not lost in last 7 home games against Chicago Fire (MLS).
- Atlanta United have not lost in last 6 home games against Chicago Fire.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.5, the guests - 1.39;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2.89;
- both teams scored: overall - 8; at the home team's field - 4.
Statistics: Atlanta United vs Chicago Fire
- average total in the tournament: 2.9 vs 3.71;
- average total goals scored: 1.1 vs 1.9;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.38 vs 1.05;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.71 vs 0.86;
- Atlanta United: average total at home in the tournament - 1.7;
- Chicago Fire: average total away in the tournament - 2.64;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.1 (home - 2.33) vs 2 (away - 2.67).
- Chicago Fire have scored under 1.5 goals in last 8 away games against Atlanta United.
Prediction on corners
Atlanta United: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.43; at home field - 5.3;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 3.6; at home field - 3.67.
Chicago Fire: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.52, away - 4;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.5; away - 4.5.
- Over 9.5 corners in last 6 Atlanta United home games (MLS).
- Over 9.5 corners in last 5 Chicago Fire away games (MLS).
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 3.66 (1.83 for home team and 1.83 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 2.88 (1.25 for home team and 1.63 for away team).
Atlanta United: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.95; at home - 1.9;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.1; at home - 1.67.
Chicago Fire: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2.24, away - 2.09;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 2.5; away - 2.5.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 18;
- both teams scored all-time - 8 times;
- on the home teamβs field - 4 times.
Statistics: Atlanta United vs Chicago Fire
- number of matches played in the tournament: 21 vs 21;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 12 vs 17;
- number of BTTS matches for Atlanta United at home - 7 (70%);
- number of BTTS matches for Chicago Fire away - 11 (100%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 8;
- BTTS matches for Atlanta United at home - 2 (67%);
- BTTS matches for Chicago Fire away - 6 (100%).
- Chicago Fire have scored and conceded in last 14 away games.
- Chicago Fire have scored and conceded in last 12 away games (MLS).
β Editorial Prediction
We're anticipating an open match with plenty of chances for both teams, given the hosts' aggressive style and the visitors' potent attack. The head-to-head record shows Atlanta holding an edge at home against Chicago, but considering the current form of both sides, picking a winner is challenging. A well-founded prediction, in our view, is to bet on over 2.5 goals. Much will depend on the visitors, as they are known for being one of the most entertaining teams in MLS. Expect attacking football with the key question being the conversion of scoring opportunities.