New York City will be looking to make it back-to-back victories when they welcome Chicago Fire to Yankee Stadium in the latest MLS round. The hosts returned from the World Cup break in style by defeating Columbus Crew 2-1 and will be eager to build on that result. There are no fresh injury concerns for New York City, giving the coaching staff plenty of options for Sunday's encounter. Despite collecting only 11 points from their last ten matches, NYCFC have been more productive at home, averaging 2.00 goals per game in front of their supporters. They have also won half of the last 22 meetings with Chicago Fire, losing only three of those encounters.
Chicago Fire, meanwhile, head into the clash after a thrilling 3-2 defeat to Inter Miami. Gregg Berhalter's men have enjoyed an impressive run of form lately, winning six of their last ten matches and averaging 2.20 goals per game over that period. Their away record has been particularly encouraging, with Chicago winning 75% of their last four road fixtures while averaging 2.50 goals per match. Forward Puso Dithejane is pushing for a starting berth after finding the net as a substitute against Inter Miami, but midfielder Andre Franco remains sidelined through injury. Given Chicago's excellent recent away form, this looks set to be an entertaining contest, but New York City's strong head-to-head record at home could prove decisive.
New York City have momentum after beating Columbus Crew and have dominated this fixture historically, winning 11 of the previous 22 meetings. Therefore, Home Win should be considered, alongside Both Teams to Score and Over 2.5 goals (Chicago's last ten games have averaged 3.60 goals, while both teams have shown plenty of attacking intent in recent weeks).
This MLS match will be played on Sunday 26 July 2026 at 00:30.
What is our New York City vs Chicago Fire prediction?
Our prediction for this match: New York City 3 - 1 Chicago Fire
New York City vs Chicago Fire Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 3-1 @ 2000 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes @ -200 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -500 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Over 3.5 Goals @ 137 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals @ -175 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -600 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Robert Lewandowski @ 100 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Robert Lewandowski @ 400 Odds
- To be Booked: Dje D'Avilla @ 150 Odds
- Asian Handicap: New York City +0.5 @ -174 Odds
- European Handicap: New York City +1 @ -550 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 7.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 9.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 160 Odds
- Double Chance: 1X @ -175 Odds
- Draw No Bet: New York City to Win @ 100 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: New York City to Win/New York City to Win @ 333 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Chicago Fire - No @ -450 Odds
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View OfferNew York City Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | dlwlwwdllw | 1.40 |
| Home | dlw | 1.33 |
| Away | lwwdllw | 1.43 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 33% | 43% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.80 | 4.33 | 2.14 |
| Scored | 1.50 | 2.33 | 1.14 |
| Conceded | 1.30 | 2.00 | 1.00 |
| BTTS | 50% | 33% | 57% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 33% | 14% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 33% | 29% |
| Expected Goals | 1.15 | 1.57 | 0.97 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.41 | 1.54 | 1.35 |
Chicago Fire Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wdwlllwwwl | 1.60 |
| Home | wlllw | 1.20 |
| Away | wdwwl | 2.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 40% | 60% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 4.00 | 4.00 | 4.00 |
| Scored | 2.30 | 2.20 | 2.40 |
| Conceded | 1.70 | 1.80 | 1.60 |
| BTTS | 80% | 80% | 80% |
| Clean Sheets | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| Failed to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.74 | 2.02 | 1.45 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.46 | 1.07 | 1.86 |
New York City vs Chicago Fire Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
New York City (54%)
24 Matches
Chicago Fire (13%)
New York City vs Chicago Fire Past Results
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