DC United vs Chicago Fire predictions, May 13, 2026

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DC United will host Chicago Fire in an intriguing MLS clash on May 13, 2026. Both teams come into this match with mixed recent performances; DC United has secured 2 victories in their last 5 outings, while Chicago Fire has managed just 1 win in the same span.

The odds reflect a competitive matchup, with DC United at 2.99 for a home win and Chicago Fire slightly favored at 2.35 for an away victory. This suggests that bookmakers anticipate a closely contested game. According to our model, DC United has a 31.9% chance of winning, compared to Chicago Fire’s 39.8%, with a draw at 27.9%.

Tactically, DC United may look to leverage their home advantage, aiming for aggressive pressing and quick transitions to exploit any defensive weaknesses in the Chicago lineup. Conversely, Chicago Fire will likely focus on a more structured defense, aiming to capitalize on counter-attacks.

Given the current form and the odds, this match promises to be tightly contested, with no clear favorite emerging at this stage. All outcomes remain plausible as both teams seek crucial points in what could be a decisive matchup in their respective seasons.

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DC United
31.8%
Draw
27.5%
Chicago
40.7%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 3 3.47 2.35
betsson 2.98 3.55 2.32
MarathonBet 3.02 3.56 2.39 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 2.9 3.3 2.25
Pinnacle 2.99 3.35 2.35

Latest Results

09.05.26 Nashville SC – DC United – 2:2
03.05.26 New York City FC – DC United – 0:2
25.04.26 DC United – Orlando City – 3:2
22.04.26 New York Red Bulls – DC United – 4:4
18.04.26 Philadelphia Union – DC United – 0:0
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
25.04.26 Chicago Fire – Sporting Kansas City – 5:0
18.04.26 FC Cincinnati – Chicago Fire – 3:3

Facts

  • One of the most interesting matches of the day, featuring two top-table teams (ranked 5 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/8~finals) and 4 in the zone Promotion ~ MLS (Play Offs: 1/8~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, DC United won 2.
  • DC United is in very good shape right now (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Chicago has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Chicago may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • Recently, DC United has had a series of away games.
  • Recently, Chicago has had a series of home games.
  • In this match, both teams have almost equal chances to win.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, DC United won 6 matches, drew 8 matches, lost 6 matches, and goals 26:29. (average 1.3:1.5).
  • Including home matches between the teams, DC United won 4 matches, drew 2 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 15:15. (average 1.7:1.7).

    Latest Head To Head

    14.03.26 Chicago Fire – DC United – 1:2
    07.06.25 DC United – Chicago Fire – 1:7
    01.03.25 Chicago Fire – DC United – 2:2
    07.09.24 Chicago Fire – DC United – 1:2
    25.05.24 DC United – Chicago Fire – 1:1

    Standings

    Main

    Western Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 San Jose Earthquakes 12 9 2 1 27:8 19 29
    2 Vancouver Whitecaps 11 8 2 1 27:7 20 26
    3 Los Angeles FC 11 6 3 2 19:8 11 21
    4 Seattle Sounders 10 6 3 1 14:6 8 21
    5 Minnesota United 11 6 2 3 14:16 -2 20
    6 Real Salt Lake 11 6 1 4 20:17 3 19
    7 FC Dallas 12 5 4 3 23:16 7 19
    8 Los Angeles Galaxy 12 4 4 4 18:18 0 16
    9 Houston Dynamo 10 5 0 5 13:18 -5 15
    10 Colorado Rapids 12 4 1 7 22:20 2 13
    11 Portland Timbers 11 4 1 6 19:21 -2 13
    12 San Diego FC 12 3 4 5 20:20 0 13
    13 Austin FC 11 3 4 4 16:19 -3 13
    14 St. Louis City 11 2 3 6 10:18 -8 9
    15 Sporting Kansas City 11 1 2 8 8:32 -24 5

    Eastern Conference

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Nashville SC 11 7 3 1 23:8 15 24
    2 New England Revolution 11 7 1 3 20:13 7 22
    3 Inter Miami 12 6 4 2 26:21 5 22
    4 Chicago Fire 11 5 2 4 20:14 6 17
    5 DC United 12 4 4 4 15:17 -2 16
    6 FC Cincinnati 12 4 4 4 24:27 -3 16
    7 Charlotte 12 4 3 5 20:21 -1 15
    8 New York Red Bulls 12 4 3 5 19:28 -9 15
    9 Toronto FC 12 3 5 4 20:24 -4 14
    10 CF Montreal 11 4 0 7 16:23 -7 12
    11 New York City 11 3 3 5 19:18 1 12
    12 Columbus Crew 11 3 3 5 16:16 0 12
    13 Atlanta Utd 12 3 1 8 13:20 -7 10
    14 Orlando City 12 3 1 8 16:34 -18 10
    15 Philadelphia Union 12 1 3 8 10:19 -9 6

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