MLS Chicago Fire FC

Chicago Fire Issue Statements On New MLS CBA

Published on March 20, 2010 under Major League Soccer (MLS)
Chicago Fire FC News Release


CHICAGO, IL (March 20, 2010) - The Chicago Fire Soccer Club today released statements regarding the new, five-year MLS Collective Bargaining Agreement.

"The Chicago Fire are pleased that MLS and the Player's Union have come to terms on a new Collective Bargaining Agreement," stated Fire President Dave Greeley. "We want to thank our fans and partners for their patience and support as this process moved forward. This league and club have such bright futures. We have been working diligently with an eye on the 2010 season and are anxious to kick off an exciting season of play on April 10 for Opening Night at TOYOTA PARK."

"We are very excited that a deal on the CBA has been reached," said Fire Technical Director Frank Klopas. "Our players have been training everyday for more than seven weeks in preparation for what will no doubt be one of the Fire's most exciting seasons as we enter a new era of this club. We are all looking forward to First Kick against the Red Bulls in New York next Saturday."

The Chicago Fire will kick off the 2010 MLS season against the New York Red Bulls on Saturday, March 27 at 6:00 PM CT at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, NJ, live on ESPN. The Fire host Opening Night at TOYOTA PARK against the San Jose Earthquakes on Saturday, April 10 at 7:30 PM CT. Tickets are available for Opening Night by calling 1-888-MLS-FIRE (657-3473) or visiting the club's official website at www.Chicago-Fire.com.

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