Feed the Fire: A Chicago Fire Podcast

Hey, soccer fans! The Chicago Fire have the weekend off, but there is no shortage of soccer and MLS headlines. Tune in as Nick looks at the MLS playoff picture, breaks down the domestic and international schedule, and reviews the top headlines from around Major League Soccer.

He analyzes the USMNT roster for the upcoming friendlies, identifying which players could have an impact on the field, and which players could have an impact in training and the locker room. The time is now for the USA to look towards the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Nick also discusses Jordi Alba's sudden announcement of his retirment and runs down the list of the top 22 players under 22 in MLS.

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Hey, soccer fans! Rejoice! The Chicago Fire are back in the Major League Soccer post-season for the first time since 2017. After an incredible performance by the Men in Red against Inter Miami - winning in Ft. Lauderdale by a score of 5-3 - the Fire eliminate the Red Bulls and secure the last spot in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Tune in to hear what this match meant from a lifelong Fire fan and how the team can use it as inspiration for a playoff run.

Nick next looks at the Fire's match against Toronto FC, an understandle let down of a 2-2 draw. Listen in as we discuss the stats, player performances, and what this means for the playoff picture. The Fire can still move up to the 6th spot in the East, but they'll need some help from Orlando City, Nashville, and Columbus.

We conclude the show covering a handful of headlines from around the league, including the announcement of Darlington Nagbe's retirement.

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Hey, soccer fans! The Chicago Fire cooked the Columbus Crew over the weekend. Despite three goals being called back, the Men in Red defeated their Eastern Conference rival 2-0 behind goals from Andrew Gutman and Hugo Cuypers. The Fire dominated their opponent by keeping their three centerback system and pushing their wingbacks up the pitch. Tune in to hear the stats, goals, and how the Fire can make the 2025 MLS Cup Playoffs.

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Hey, soccer fans! The Chicago Fire secured a key road win at Minnesota United over the weekend, keeping them 9th in the table and hopeful to reach the post-season. They played what may have been their best game of the years defeating the Loons 3-0. Though facing a rotated home squad, the Men in Red handled business with goals from Joel Waterman, Dje D'avilla, and Philip Zinckernagel. Tune in as we break down the stats and the performances, and look at the headlines that came from this result. Nick also tries to predict the future of Berhalter's roster.

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Hey, soccer fans! Nick is back with the second episode in a double-header podcast that will bring you up to speed on all the news around the Chicago Fire Football Club. We're going over what the analysts are saying about the Men in Red, what the new stadium timeline is going to be, and who received contract extensions. Nick also breaks down the finalized roster of the club as they make their push to the playoffs.

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Hey, soccer fans! Nick is back after a two-week hiatus reviewing and previewing all the Chicago Fire's latest matches. He looks at a nerve-wracking win over New England, a deflating loss to New York City FC, and a matchup with a (hopefully) tired and rotated Minnesota United. After all this, where does that leave our Men in Red in the playoff picture? 6th place looks out of reach, 7th might be achievable with a little luck, but 8th place is going to be hard enough to secure with the Red Bulls close behind. Tune in for all Nick's takes on the matches, the stats, and his predictions.

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Hey, soccer fans! The Chicago Fire are back in action after a dissapointing loss to the Philadelphia Union. This weekend they take on a New England Revolution team that still believes in their playoff chances. However, the Men in Red are a much better team on paper and in practice. I'm predicting a 3-1 victory for the Fire, especially the way they're playing in Bridgeview this season.

We also have an update on Claudio Cassano, who as reported by Alex Calabrese of Men in Red 97, will be loaned to FC Lugano. THough inelligible to play for CFII due to his salary, he is more than deserving of the opportunity to play first team minutes in Lugano after dominating MLS Next Pro.

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Hey, soccer fans! The Chicago Fire has an unofficial bye-week, but Feed the Fire is back discussing the result against the Philadelphia Union, the standings, and where the Men in Red should look to finish at the end of the season. Nick also sneaks in a rant about the Leagues Cup Final between the Seattle Sounders and Inter Miami.

In the second half of the show, we look at the Chicago Fire's acquisition of the Chicagoland Indoor Soccer League (CISL) and what it could mean for the future of the organization. Nick recognizes some international call-ups to wrap up the episode.

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Hey, soccer fans! The going gets tough for the Chicago Fire this weekend as they travel to Suburu Park to take on the Philadelphia Union. The Union are the stingiest defense in MLS, but the Fire are the highest scoring road team this season. Will one of those give way, or will we see a low scording draw. Spoiler Alert: Nick predicts the low scoring draw. Tune in to hear how these teams match up in a pivotal late-season matchup.

Nick also discussed the signing of Serbian international Viktor Radojevic. He looks at his experience, statistics, and breaks down how he thinks the Men in Red will utilize their new signing.

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Hey, soccer fans! Once again the Chicago Fire lay waste to their rivals, as they come back for the 3-2 victory over St. Loses...ahem...St. Louis City. Tune in as we break down the players, the stats, the fun of a weather delay, and see where the Men in Red can finish this post-season. Nick also looks at the Fire's latest roster moves, including a Carlos Teran transfer out, a Joel Waterman transfer in, and a Diego Konincks loan.

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