New York Red Bulls vs Chicago Fire predictions, Aug 22, 2026

Aug 16, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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New York Red Bulls

Chicago Fire

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As the New York Red Bulls prepare to host the Chicago Fire on August 22, 2026, both teams come into this match with distinctly different momentum. The Red Bulls have struggled recently, securing only 1 victory in their last 3 matches, indicating potential issues in consistency and execution. Their recent form suggests a need to bolster their attacking presence to capitalize on home advantage.

Conversely, Chicago Fire arrives with a more confident outlook, having won 3 of their last 5 fixtures. This uptick in form reflects a solid tactical approach, emphasizing effective ball control and capitalizing on counter-attacks. Their ability to transition quickly from defense to offense has proven to be a key strength in recent contests.

According to bookmakers, New York’s odds sit at 3.35 for a home win, while Chicago’s away victory is favored at 1.93. The matchup promises to be competitive, with the Red Bulls seeking to turn their home ground into a fortress and Chicago aiming to exploit vulnerabilities in the Red Bulls’ defense. Given the current trends, the outcome remains uncertain, with both teams possessing the potential to claim victory.

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NY Red Bulls
28.3%		 Draw
23.6%		 Chicago
48.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:2

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
Bwin 3.25 4.00 1.95
betsson 3.35 3.90 1.93
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Pinnacle 3.33 4.07 1.95
Best for US Customers 3.25 3.95 1.94

Latest Results

15.08.26 Atlanta United – New York Red Bulls – 2:1
01.08.26 New York Red Bulls – Orlando City – 3:2
25.07.26 New York Red Bulls – Charlotte FC – 0:2
22.07.26 Philadelphia Union – New York Red Bulls – 3:1
23.05.26 Sporting Kansas City – New York Red Bulls – 1:2		 13.08.26 Cruz Azul FC – Chicago Fire – 1:2
06.08.26 Chicago Fire – Club Necaxa – 2:0
01.08.26 Chicago Fire – Charlotte FC – 2:1
25.07.26 New York City FC – Chicago Fire – 3:1
22.07.26 Inter Miami – Chicago Fire – 3:2

Facts

  • Enjoy a meeting between a mid-ranked team and one of the leaders (ranked 8 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/16~finals) and 4 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, NY Red Bulls won 2.
  • Chicago has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Chicago may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Chicago might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, NY Red Bulls won 8 matches, drew 5 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 29:22. (average 1.5:1.1).
  • Including home matches between the teams, NY Red Bulls won 4 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 13:10. (average 1.4:1.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    09.05.26 Chicago Fire – New York Red Bulls – 1:3
    26.07.25 Chicago Fire – New York Red Bulls – 1:0
    05.04.25 New York Red Bulls – Chicago Fire – 2:1
    14.09.24 Chicago Fire – New York Red Bulls – 2:1
    13.04.24 New York Red Bulls – Chicago Fire – 0:0

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Houston Dynamo 19 11 2 6 28:24 4 35
    2 Vancouver Whitecaps 17 10 4 3 38:17 21 34
    3 Los Angeles FC 20 10 4 6 35:20 15 34
    4 San Jose Earthquakes 19 10 3 6 38:27 11 33
    5 St. Louis City 19 8 5 6 27:25 2 29
    6 Real Salt Lake 18 8 4 6 30:26 4 28
    7 FC Dallas 18 7 6 5 32:25 7 27
    8 Colorado Rapids 19 8 1 10 29:25 4 25
    9 Minnesota United 19 6 7 6 21:26 -5 25
    10 Portland Timbers 18 7 3 8 33:33 0 24
    11 Seattle Sounders 17 7 3 7 20:22 -2 24
    12 San Diego FC 19 6 6 7 33:29 4 24
    13 Los Angeles Galaxy 20 5 7 8 24:30 -6 22
    14 Austin FC 18 4 5 9 22:36 -14 17
    15 Sporting Kansas City 19 4 2 13 18:48 -30 14

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Nashville SC 19 13 4 2 39:15 24 43
    2 Inter Miami 19 11 5 3 46:36 10 38
    3 New England Revolution 19 9 3 7 29:25 4 30
    4 Chicago Fire 17 9 2 6 32:23 9 29
    5 Charlotte 19 8 4 7 32:28 4 28
    6 FC Cincinnati 19 7 6 6 46:45 1 27
    7 New York City 18 7 5 6 31:24 7 26
    8 New York Red Bulls 19 7 4 8 30:41 -11 25
    9 DC United 19 5 9 5 27:30 -3 24
    10 Orlando City 19 6 3 10 31:48 -17 21
    11 Columbus Crew 19 5 5 9 27:31 -4 20
    12 Toronto FC 19 4 8 7 26:33 -7 20
    13 CF Montreal 19 4 5 10 25:36 -11 17
    14 Philadelphia Union 18 4 4 10 25:33 -8 16
    15 Atlanta Utd 19 4 3 12 21:34 -13 15

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