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December 2, 2025 - CHICAGO - Chicago Fire FC today announced that the Club has acquired defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi from Orlando Pirates of South Africa's Betway Premiership. Mbokazi will occupy a U-22 initiative slot and an international roster position, and his contract will run through 2029, with a Club option for the 2029/30 season. Per Club and MLS Policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.
"We are excited to welcome Mbekezeli to the Club as we further strengthen our back line," said Chicago Fire FC Director of Football and Head Coa... Full Story
November 26, 2025 - CHICAGO - Chicago Fire FC today announced roster decisions for players on the 2025 squad. The Fire have exercised the 2026 contract options for Jack Elliott and Sam Williams. Decisions for players who are currently on loan will be announced at a later date.
Chicago also announced that it has declined the 2026 contract options for forward Tom Barlow and goalkeeper Bryan Dowd. Barlow will be eligible for free agency and Dowd will be eligible for selection in the 2025 Re-Entry Draft. The loan for midfielder Rominigue Kouam&... Full Story
November 25, 2025 - CHICAGO - Chicago Fire FC today announced the Club's 2025 Team Award winners, presented by Torres Omar, naming Philip Zinckernagel as the Most Valuable Player and Jack Elliott as the Defensive Player of the Year. Designated Player Hugo Cuypers earned Golden Boot honors for the second consecutive year after scoring a team-high 17 goals during the MLS regular season.
"Our 2025 season has certainly been one of growth for the Club in many areas and each of these players is an example of how we are approaching our on-field an... Full Story
November 7, 2025 - CHICAGO - Chicago Fire FC today announced that the Club has acquired midfielder André Franco on a permanent transfer from Futebol Club do Porto of Portugal's Primeira Liga.
Franco will occupy an international roster position with the Fire and his contract will run through June 30, 2028, with a Club option for the remainder of 2028. Per Club and MLS policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.
"We are thrilled to have André as part of the Chicago Fire on a permanent basis. His experience, character, and qual... Full Story
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Chicago Fire FC Acquires Defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi from South African Side Orlando Pirates
December 2, 2025 - CHICAGO - Chicago Fire FC today announced that the Club has acquired defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi from Orlando Pirates of South Africa's Betway Premiership. Mbokazi will occupy a U-22 initiative slot and an international roster position, and his contract will run through 2029, with a Club option for the 2029/30 season. Per Club and MLS Policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.
"We are excited to welcome Mbekezeli to the Club as we further strengthen our back line," said Chicago Fire FC Director of Football and Head Coa... Full StoryMore Chicago Fire FC stories below
Chicago Fire FC Announces 2025 Roster Decisions
November 26, 2025 - CHICAGO - Chicago Fire FC today announced roster decisions for players on the 2025 squad. The Fire have exercised the 2026 contract options for Jack Elliott and Sam Williams. Decisions for players who are currently on loan will be announced at a later date.
Chicago also announced that it has declined the 2026 contract options for forward Tom Barlow and goalkeeper Bryan Dowd. Barlow will be eligible for free agency and Dowd will be eligible for selection in the 2025 Re-Entry Draft. The loan for midfielder Rominigue Kouam&... Full StoryChicago Fire FC Announces 2025 Team Award Winners
November 25, 2025 - CHICAGO - Chicago Fire FC today announced the Club's 2025 Team Award winners, presented by Torres Omar, naming Philip Zinckernagel as the Most Valuable Player and Jack Elliott as the Defensive Player of the Year. Designated Player Hugo Cuypers earned Golden Boot honors for the second consecutive year after scoring a team-high 17 goals during the MLS regular season.
"Our 2025 season has certainly been one of growth for the Club in many areas and each of these players is an example of how we are approaching our on-field an... Full StoryChicago Fire FC Acquires Midfielder André Franco on a Permanent Transfer from FC Porto
November 7, 2025 - CHICAGO - Chicago Fire FC today announced that the Club has acquired midfielder André Franco on a permanent transfer from Futebol Club do Porto of Portugal's Primeira Liga.
Franco will occupy an international roster position with the Fire and his contract will run through June 30, 2028, with a Club option for the remainder of 2028. Per Club and MLS policy, terms of the deal were not disclosed.
"We are thrilled to have André as part of the Chicago Fire on a permanent basis. His experience, character, and qual... Full StoryChicago Fire FC News
- Chicago Fire FC Acquires Defender Mbekezeli Mbokazi from South African Side Orlando Pirates - December 2, 2025
- Chicago Fire FC Announces 2025 Roster Decisions - November 26, 2025
- Chicago Fire FC Announces 2025 Team Award Winners - November 25, 2025
- Chicago Fire FC Acquires Midfielder André Franco on a Permanent Transfer from FC Porto - November 7, 2025
- Chicago Fire FC Acquires Midfielder Anton Salétros - November 7, 2025
- Defender Joel Waterman Called up by Canada Men's National Team for November FIFA Window - November 6, 2025
- Chicago Fire FC Eliminated from 2025 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs with 3-0 Loss against Philadelphia Union - November 1, 2025
- Chicago Fire FC Weekly Update - October 27, 2025
- Thrilling Two-Goal Chicago Comeback Falls Short at Philadelphia Union in Audi MLS Cup Playoffs Round One Best-Of-3 Series - October 26, 2025
- Winger Philip Zinckernagel Named Finalist for 2025 MLS Newcomer of the Year Award - October 23, 2025
- Hugo Cuypers Brace Powers Chicago to 3-1 Win over Orlando City SC in Audi MLS Cup Playoffs Eastern Conference Wild Card Game - October 23, 2025
- Chicago Fire FC Weekly Update - October 20, 2025
- Chicago Clinches Home Playoff Match in 2-2 Draw at New England Revolution - October 18, 2025
- Chicago Fire FC Defender Christopher Cupps Named to United States U-17 Men's National Team for 2025 FIFA U-17 World Cup - October 16, 2025
- Chicago Fire FC to Participate in 2026 Coachella Valley Invitational - October 15, 2025
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League: Major League SoccerHome: Chicago, Illinois
Class: Outdoor
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| Sat., Nov 1 | L | Philadelphia 3 at Chicago 0 (Playoff Gm. 2) | Final |
| Sun., Oct 26 | T | Chicago 2 at Philadelphia 2 (Playoff Gm. 1) | Final (PK 2-4) |
| Wed., Oct 22 | W | Orlando 1 at Chicago 3 (Playoff) | Final |
| Sat., Oct 18 | T | Chicago 2 at New England 2 | Final |
| Sat., Oct 4 | T | Toronto 2 at Chicago 2 | Final |
| Tue., Sep 30 | W | Chicago 5 at Miami 3 | Final |
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Chicago Fire FC Headlines
- Levy to provide food service at new $750M Chicago Fire stadium - MLS Chicago Tribune (December 3)
- Column: Chicago sports fans have plenty to be thankful for - MLS Chicago Tribune (November 27)
- Former Chicago Fire player Rafael Czichos sells home - MLS Chicago Tribune (November 18)
- MLS votes to shift its season calendar starting in 2027 - MLS Chicago Tribune (November 13)
- Fire coach Greg Berhalter pleads with fans to halt offensive chant during playoff match - MLS Chicago Sun Times (November 4)
- Union turn up the pressure to eliminate inferior Fire in playoffs - MLS Delaware County Times (November 2)
- Chicago Fire lose first-round series to Philadelphia Union - MLS Chicago Tribune (November 2)
- Fire's season ends with 3-0 loss to Union - MLS Chicago Sun Times (November 2)
- Union start fast, extinguish Fire to clinch best-of-3 series - MLS Delaware County Times (November 2)
- VIDEO: Chicago Fire FC vs. Philadelphia Union: Full Match Highlights: 2025 Audi MLS Cup Playoffs - MLS YouTube (November 1)
- Chicago Fire: Hugo Cuypers' work ethic leads team's playoff run - MLS Chicago Tribune (October 31)
- VIDEO: HISTORIC @chicagofire W in Audi MLS Cup Playoffs! - MLS YouTube (October 28)
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