Who started Chicago Fire's last match?

Chicago Fire's starting XI on 13 Sept 2026 in the MLS (4-3-3): C. Brady, J. Dean, S. Rogers, J. Elliott, N. Allen, S. Oregel, T. D'Avilla, J. Gómez, P. Zinckernagel, R. Lewandowski, P. Dithejane.

What was Chicago Fire's last result?

Chicago Fire lost to New England Revolution 1–2 on 13 Sept 2026.

When did Chicago Fire last win?

Chicago Fire last won on 19 Aug 2026, beating Orlando City SC 2–1.

Who takes penalties for Chicago Fire?

P. Zinckernagel has taken the most penalties for Chicago Fire this season, scoring 1 of 2.

Who has made the most starts for Chicago Fire this season?

C. Brady leads with 30 starts for Chicago Fire across all competitions this season.

What formation does Chicago Fire use most often?

Chicago Fire have used a 4-3-3 in 12 of their 28 matches this season.

Which Chicago Fire goalkeeper has started the most this season?

C. Brady has made the most starts as goalkeeper for Chicago Fire this season, starting 30 matches.

Which Chicago Fire defender has started the most this season?

J. Elliott has made the most starts as defender for Chicago Fire this season, starting 26 matches.

Which Chicago Fire midfielder has started the most this season?

P. Zinckernagel has made the most starts as midfielder for Chicago Fire this season, starting 28 matches.

Which Chicago Fire forward has started the most this season?

J. Bamba has made the most starts as forward for Chicago Fire this season, starting 14 matches.

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MANAGERG. Berhalter appointed manager5 Sep
TRANSFERRadojević goes out on loan to CF Montreal1 Sep · Loan
TRANSFERGómez signs from Eintracht Braunschweig1 Sep
TRANSFERHanche-Olsen signs from FSV Mainz 0530 Aug · Transfer
MANAGERMario Barcena appointed manager22 Aug
TRANSFERCuypers leaves for Monterrey21 Jul · Transfer
TRANSFERLewandowski signs from Barcelona30 Jun · Free agent
TRANSFERCassano returns from a loan at FC Lugano29 Jun · Return from loan

Chicago Fire most-used starting XI30 MATCHES

Chicago Fire's most-used starting XI this season, across 30 official matches, was Brady in goal, a back four of Elliott, Dean, Gutman and Waterman, and Bamba leading the line. A predicted lineup for their next fixture appears here once it is scheduled.

Team news

No longer available: Waterman.
Unavailable: Salétros (Out), Bamba (Out).
Most-used shape: 4-3-3 in 12 of the last 30 matches.

Compiled from the official lineups we hold for Chicago Fire this season. Official lineups are released 20 to 60 minutes before kick-off.

5thMLS39 pts

Head Coach

G. Berhalter

Since Sept 2026

Injuries & suspensions

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MIDSalétrosLower-Body InjuryOut
DEFMbokaziLower-Body InjuryOut
FWDBambaLower-Body InjuryOut
DEFBarrosoLower-Body InjuryDoubtful

Formation tendency

4-3-3most-used · 12 of last 30

4-3-3

40%

4-2-3-1

27%

4-4-2

23%

3-4-3

Most Common Chicago Fire Starting XI

Based on 30 official matches this season

The 11 players with the most starts across all official lineups this season.

Set piece takers

This season

MIDZinckernagel1/2 penalties scored
FWDLewandowski1/1 penalties scored

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Chicago Fire

Who started Chicago Fire's last match?: Chicago Fire's starting XI on 13 Sept 2026 in the MLS (4-3-3): C. Brady, J. Dean, S. Rogers, J. Elliott, N. Allen, S. Oregel, T. D'Avilla, J. Gómez, P. Zinckernagel, R. Lewandowski, P. Dithejane.
What was Chicago Fire's last result?: Chicago Fire lost to New England Revolution 1–2 on 13 Sept 2026.
When did Chicago Fire last win?: Chicago Fire last won on 19 Aug 2026, beating Orlando City SC 2–1.
Who takes penalties for Chicago Fire?: P. Zinckernagel has taken the most penalties for Chicago Fire this season, scoring 1 of 2.
Who has made the most starts for Chicago Fire this season?: C. Brady leads with 30 starts for Chicago Fire across all competitions this season.
What formation does Chicago Fire use most often?: Chicago Fire have used a 4-3-3 in 12 of their 28 matches this season.
Which Chicago Fire goalkeeper has started the most this season?: C. Brady has made the most starts as goalkeeper for Chicago Fire this season, starting 30 matches.
Which Chicago Fire defender has started the most this season?: J. Elliott has made the most starts as defender for Chicago Fire this season, starting 26 matches.
Which Chicago Fire midfielder has started the most this season?: P. Zinckernagel has made the most starts as midfielder for Chicago Fire this season, starting 28 matches.
Which Chicago Fire forward has started the most this season?: J. Bamba has made the most starts as forward for Chicago Fire this season, starting 14 matches.