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Chicago Fire vs Toronto FC predictions, May 23, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

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As the Chicago Fire prepare to host Toronto FC on May 23, 2026, both teams approach the match with contrasting recent forms. Chicago Fire has shown resilience, securing two victories in their last five matches, providing them with a slight edge in confidence heading into this encounter. In contrast, Toronto FC has struggled recently, failing to secure a win in their last five outings, indicating potential vulnerabilities that Chicago could exploit.

Tactically, Chicago’s attack has found moments of success, suggesting they may lean on an aggressive approach at home. Their ability to capitalize on set pieces and counter-attacks could be pivotal against a Toronto side that is looking for defensive cohesion after a series of disappointing results. Meanwhile, Toronto FC will need to focus on stabilizing their defense while looking to create opportunities through possession play if they hope to turn their fortunes around.

With bookmakers favoring Chicago at odds of 1.51 for a home win, the match presents a considerable probability of a Fire victory at 48.1%. However, Toronto’s need for redemption cannot be overlooked, as determined efforts may yield an unexpected result. This matchup promises to be closely contested, with no outcome guaranteed.

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Chicago
62.5%		 Draw
19.8%		 Toronto
17.7%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
1.51 4.77 5.32

Latest Results

16.05.26 CF Montréal – Chicago Fire – 0:2
13.05.26 DC United – Chicago Fire – 1:3
09.05.26 Chicago Fire – New York Red Bulls – 1:3
02.05.26 Chicago Fire – FC Cincinnati – 2:3
29.04.26 Chicago Fire – St. Louis City SC – 1:2		 16.05.26 Charlotte FC – Toronto FC – 3:1
09.05.26 Toronto FC – Inter Miami – 2:4
05.05.26 Toronto FC – Atlético Ottawa – 1:3
02.05.26 Toronto FC – San Jose Earthquakes – 1:1
25.04.26 Toronto FC – Atlanta United – 1:2

Facts

  • One team leads the standings, the other sits mid-table (ranked 4 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 11).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Chicago won 3.
  • Recent performances by Chicago have been up and down (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Toronto is going through a series of losses (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).
  • Chicago may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, Toronto has had a series of home games.
  • In this match, Chicago is seen as the favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Chicago won 5 matches, drew 6 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 31:35. (average 1.6:1.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Chicago won 2 matches, drew 3 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 11:12. (average 1.4:1.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    04.10.25 Chicago Fire – Toronto FC – 2:2
    15.03.25 Toronto FC – Chicago Fire – 1:2
    28.09.24 Chicago Fire – Toronto FC – 1:1
    15.06.24 Toronto FC – Chicago Fire – 1:4
    15.07.23 Chicago Fire – Toronto FC – 1:0

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Vancouver Whitecaps 13 9 2 2 30:10 20 29
    2 San Jose Earthquakes 14 9 2 3 31:14 17 29
    3 Real Salt Lake 13 8 1 4 25:18 7 25
    4 Seattle Sounders 12 7 3 2 17:10 7 24
    5 FC Dallas 14 6 4 4 28:21 7 22
    6 Houston Dynamo 13 7 0 6 18:22 -4 21
    7 Los Angeles FC 13 6 3 4 21:14 7 21
    8 Minnesota United 14 6 3 5 17:21 -4 21
    9 Los Angeles Galaxy 14 5 4 5 21:21 0 19
    10 San Diego FC 14 4 5 5 28:23 5 17
    11 Colorado Rapids 14 5 1 8 24:22 2 16
    12 Portland Timbers 12 4 2 6 21:23 -2 14
    13 Austin FC 14 3 5 6 19:28 -9 14
    14 St. Louis City 13 3 4 6 13:20 -7 13
    15 Sporting Kansas City 13 3 2 8 13:34 -21 11

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Nashville SC 12 8 3 1 26:8 18 27
    2 New England Revolution 13 8 1 4 22:17 5 25
    3 Inter Miami 13 7 4 2 31:24 7 25
    4 Chicago Fire 13 7 2 4 25:15 10 23
    5 New York City 14 5 4 5 24:19 5 19
    6 New York Red Bulls 14 5 4 5 23:31 -8 19
    7 Charlotte 14 5 3 6 23:23 0 18
    8 DC United 14 4 5 5 17:21 -4 17
    9 FC Cincinnati 14 4 5 5 30:35 -5 17
    10 Orlando City 14 4 2 8 21:38 -17 14
    11 Toronto FC 13 3 5 5 21:27 -6 14
    12 CF Montreal 13 4 1 8 18:27 -9 13
    13 Columbus Crew 14 3 4 7 19:23 -4 13
    14 Atlanta Utd 13 3 2 8 14:21 -7 11
    15 Philadelphia Union 14 1 4 9 14:24 -10 7

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