Chicago Fire FC vs. the Portland Timbers in the 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational

Mueller and Lod Score and Assist in Final Match of 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational against Portland Timbers

Indio, Calif. - Chicago Fire FC fell 4-3 against the Portland Timbers in the third and final match of the 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational on Saturday afternoon at the Empire Polo Club in Indio, California. Midfielder Robin Lod closed out the first half with his first goal of the preseason for his new side, assisted by winger Chris Mueller, who also scored to make it four goal contributions in Coachella. Lod also collecte... Full Story