John and Tim talk about Guti's future in Mexico while Mbekezeli Mbokazi signs for Fire while playing in AFCON. The 20 year old center back has created a stir in the Fire community as predictions swirl about who will start at CB come Opening Day. First, the 2025 MLS season ends with Lionel Messi and Inter Miami lifting the MLS Cup. What does Apple's streaming deal mean for a league looking to grow?

John is joined by DJ and Tim to review Chicago's roster decisions. First, the crew previews the 2025 MLS Cup and makes their picks. MLS schedules released for 2026 season. Smoke is still swirling around Guti's potential big money move to Liga MX. Omar Gonzalez joins Chicago Fire II as a player-coach.

Alan, Tim, DJ and John discuss the change approved by MLS owners to flip the MLS calendar to align more closely with Europe.

John is joined by Alan and DJ to break down some of the early moves and rumors of the 2026 Fire offseason. Guti is drawing attention from Mexico. Acosta is likely on the move after being pushed by a homegrown. Walker Zimmerman will move on from Nashville, is there a place in Chicago for him? Captain Jack is yet to be confirmed for next season.

John is joined by Tim and DJ to recap the the 2025 Chicago Fire season. First, moves begin as GGG builds towards 2026 as Andre Franco signs a permanent deal. Fire announce signing of Swedish international Midfielder Anton Salétros from AIK in Sweden. Brian Gutiérrez may be on the move after acquiring a Mexican passport amid rumored interest from Chivas.

John is joined by Tim and DJ to recap the final game of the 2025 Chicago Fire season that saw the Men in Red go down 3-0 to the Philadelphia Union.

John is joined by Tim and Steve Cangialosi from MLS Season Pass to preview the next playoff match against Philadelphia Union. Philip Zinkernagel makes an appearance at practice this week. Steve shares what he loves about Jack Elliot. Bamba continues to make an impact despite the souring perception.

John is joined by Matt, Alan, Tim, and Alex from CHGO in a live reaction to Chicago's comeback loss in the opening game of the series against Philadelphia Union. Recorded Live at the Second Star Tavern at the Endeavor Health Fire Pitch on October 26, 2025.

John is joined by Alan, DJ and Tim to preview the opening match of the next round of the MLS Playoffs as the Fire look to bounce back from back to back loses against the Supporter Shield winners, Philadelphia Union. Come and join the Bonfire boys LIVE this Sunday at the Endeavor Health Fire Pitch for a watch-along and a post game live recording of The Bonfire!

John is joined by Alan, DJ, and Tim to review a dominant 3-1 win over Orlando City SC an Eastern Conference Wild Card clash. Philip Zinkernagel is named a finalist for the MLS Newcomer of the Year. Guti shows how much he wants to win in what may be his best game ever for the Men In Red.