MLS Chicago Fire FC

Chicago Fire FC's First MLS Is Back Tournament Match against Nashville SC Postponed

Published on July 7, 2020 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
Chicago Fire FC News Release


CHICAGO - Major League Soccer today announced that Chicago Fire FC's first MLS is Back Group A match on July 8 against Nashville SC has been postponed.

Further details regarding when this match will be played will be announced at a later date.

Since arriving in Orlando, five Nashville players have had confirmed positive tests for COVID-19. Two of the players received the confirmed positive results during the weekend and three players received confirmed positive results last night. In addition, four other Nashville players have received inconclusive test results, and require further testing.

MLS will continue to evaluate Nashville SC's participation in the MLS is Back Tournament following the results of additional testing.

The Fire will now play their first match of the tournament against Inter Miami CF on Tuesday, July 14. Beginning at 8:00 a.m. CT, the match will be televised nationally on ESPN and ESPN Deportes and transmitted locally in Spanish on TUDN 1200 AM.

The Fire also announced its "Drive-In Matchday, presented by Continental Tire" has been rescheduled for the match versus New York City FC on July 19 at 7:00 p.m. CT on the Waldron Parking Deck at Soldier Field. Parking lots will open at 5:30 p.m. CT. Fans who previously registered for the July 8 event will be given the first opportunity to sign-up for the new date. Additional details will be shared via email - as well as on the Fire's website and social channels - in the coming days.

Check out the Chicago Fire FC Statistics

Share: Facebook | Twitter/X | LinkedIn | Reddit | Email



Major League Soccer Stories from July 7, 2020


The opinions expressed in this release are those of the organization issuing it, and do not necessarily reflect the thoughts or opinions of OurSports Central or its staff.

OurSports Central