Chicago Fire vs Montreal Prediction 28 February 2026
🔊 The MLS season is heating up. With the opening matches behind us, we've gained some insights into the teams. Up next, it's Chicago Fire taking on Montreal Impact. Who will come out on top? It's bound to be an exciting clash. Our editorial team offers their prediction for the matchup.
Head-to-Head
The last official match between the teams took place on 19 July 2025 and concluded with a 0-2 scoreline. Here's a comparative breakdown of that encounter (home team - Montreal Impact):
- possession: 50% vs 50%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 3;
- fouls: 16 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 3;
- shots on target: 4 vs 4.
📊 Statistical preview of the official encounters between Chicago Fire and Montreal Impact:
- 31 matches played;
- home wins - 10, away wins - 13, draws - 8;
- goals scored - 42 for Chicago, 43 for Montreal;
- average goals in the first half - 1.29, second half - 1.45;
- average total goals per match - 2.74.
Head-to-head statistics Chicago Fire - Montreal
Chicago Fire Team Overview
The team's last official match took place on in the MLS, with Houston Dynamo hosting Chicago Fire. The match concluded with a 2-1 victory.
Here are the game statistics (Chicago Fire vs Houston Dynamo):
- possession: 57% vs 43%;
- corners: 5 vs 3;
- fouls: 20 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 3;
- shots on target: 3 vs 4.
It seems like the "Fire" will continue to deliver surprises in 2026. Chicago have accustomed us to never being bored with them. The team had a rough start to the regular season, losing 2-1 to Houston Dynamo. Their first-half lead turned into a defeat in the second half. It's worth noting that the team struggled offensively, with an xG of just 0.52. It was a tough outing, underscored by their lack of shots on target, highlighting Chicago's poor readiness.
Match Results: Chicago Fire
Montreal Impact Team Overview
The visitors played their last official match on in the MLS, where San Diego Zest hosted Montreal Impact. The match ended with a 5-0 scoreline.
Here are the match statistics (Montreal Impact vs San Diego Zest):
- possession percentage: 31% vs 69%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 5;
- fouls: 11 vs 9;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 2 vs 7.
Fans of the Canadian club have little to cheer about as their team seems far from bringing them joy. Hopes for a strong start to the season were dashed by a 5-0 defeat against San Diego Zest in their opening match. What happened? It's hard to say. Not only did Montreal concede almost every chance, but they also posed no threat to the opponent's goal. Their shots on target lacked danger, with an xG of just 0.40. It's hard to imagine a worse start to the season. However, there's still plenty of time to make amends.
Match Results: Montreal Impact
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 31;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 7; for visitors away - 3; number of draws - 4;
- Average first-half total: 1.29;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.65, while the visitors net 0.65.
First-Half Stats: Chicago Fire (home) vs Montreal Impact (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 0 vs 1;
- wins: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- losses: 0 (0%) vs 1 (100%);
- draws: 0 (0%) vs 0 (0%);
- Average goals scored: 0 vs 2;
- Average goals conceded: 0 vs 2.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 4 vs 3;
- losses: 3 vs 4;
- draws: 3 vs 3;
- Average first-half total: 1.5 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 0.7) vs 1.5 (scored - 0.6, conceded - 0.9).
- Montreal Impact conceded in the 1st half in 7 of last 8 away games.
- Montreal Impact conceded in the 1st half in 6 of last 7 away games (MLS).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 31;
- home team wins - 10, away team wins - 13, draws - 8.
Statistics: Chicago Fire vs Montreal Impact
- matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 1;
- wins: 0 vs 0;
- win percentage: 0% vs 0%;
- losses: 1 vs 1;
- draws: 0 vs 0.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 4 vs 2;
- losses: 4 vs 4;
- draws: 2 vs 4.
- Montreal Impact won with a +1.5 handicap in 8 of last 9 away games against Chicago Fire (MLS).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- the home team scores on average - 1.35, the guests - 1.39;
- average over/under goals in head-to-head matches - 2.74;
- both teams scored: overall - 15; at the home team's field - 8.
- Over 2.5 goals scored in 13 of last 14 Chicago Fire games (MLS).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in 7 of last 8 Chicago Fire home games (MLS).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in 6 of last 7 Montreal Impact away games.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 31;
- both teams scored all-time - 15 times;
- on the home team’s field - 8 times.
Statistics: Chicago Fire vs Montreal Impact
- number of matches played in the tournament: 1 vs 1;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 1 vs 0;
- number of BTTS matches for Chicago Fire at home - 0 (0%);
- number of BTTS matches for Montreal Impact away - 0 (0%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Chicago Fire at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS matches for Montreal Impact away - 2 (50%).
- Chicago Fire have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 games (MLS).
⭐ Editorial Prediction
In this match, teams with contrasting form and strategy face off. Chicago Fire, despite a slow start to the season, have been showing impressive scoring stats. Their attack is aggressive and capable of creating dangerous opportunities. On the other hand, Montreal Impact are struggling both defensively and offensively. Considering the trends and current form of the teams, betting on both teams to score seems like a well-founded choice. This is supported by Chicago Fire's style, which can be overly aggressive at times. We anticipate that the hosts will win the match with a 2-1 scoreline.
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