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Chicago Fire vs. Orlando City: Preview, How to Watch It, & Predicted Lineups

A new MLS Mattchday is around the corner.

SOCCER: OCT 24 MLS Atlanta United vs Chicago Fire FC | Icon Sportswire/GettyImages

Once again, we have another MLS Matchday ahead, featuring interesting matchups that could determine whether certain teams remain in the playoff race. This time, we're focusing on the clash between Chicago Fire and Orlando City, a matchup that could be considered a rivalry for both clubs.

This matchup looks exciting on paper, thanks to star veterans Robert Lewandowski and Antoine Griezmann. Yet recently, only the Lions have made a significant impact in the Eastern Conference. Chicago Fire continue to struggle with “Tito” Lewandowski’s slump in form, a problem evident in their lackluster finishing.

But anyway, let's hope both teams give us a match worth watching, one that is entertaining for all neutral soccer fans, putting aside the passion of each club's supporters, who obviously want their own team to win.

With that being said, join us for this Chicago Fire vs. Orlando City preview. In this article, we will discuss the latest news, provide information on how to watch the game, and present the predicted formation.

Chicago Fire vs. Orlando City: Preview, How to Watch It on TV, & Predicted Lineups

Oct 24, 2026; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando City SC midfielder Wilder Cartagena (16) reacts after blocking a late shot in the second half against New York City FC at Inter&Co Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Russell Lansford-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect
  • When is the kick-off? Wednesday, October 28th
  • What time is kick-off? 8:30 pm ET
  • Where is it played? Soldier Field, Chicago

Predicted lineups for the Fire vs. the Lions

Chicago Fire:

  • Goalkeeper: Chris Brady
  • Defenders: Jonathan Dean, Andreas Hanche-Olsen, Gutman, Noah Allen
  • Midfielders: Anton Saletros, Oregel, Maren Haile-Selassie
  • Forwards: Philip Zinckernagel, Robert Lewandowski, Jonathan Bamba

Orlando City:

  • Goalkeeper: Maxime Crépeau
  • Defenders: Iván Angulo, David Brekalo, Iago Teodoro, Vinicius Nogueira
  • Midfielders: Justin Ellis, Braian Ojeda, Wilder Cartagena, Eduard Atuesta
  • Forwards: Antoine Griezmann, Martin Ojeda

Where to watch Chicago Fire vs. Orlando City

Orlando City SC v Chicago Fire FC | Alex Menendez/GettyImages

The encounter between these two teams will start at 8:30 pm ET at Soldier Field in Chicago.

This match is available to watch live on Apple TV. Remember, all MLS games can only be watched through Apple TV.

Injury Report

Chicago Fire:

  • Dje D’Avilla - Suspension (Out)
  • Robin Lod - Lower Body (Out)
  • Mbekezeli Mbokazi - Suspension (Out)
  • Sam Rogers - Lower Body (Out)
  • André Franco - Lower Body (Questionable)

Orlando City:

  • Eduard Atuesta - Suspension (Out)
  • Griffin Dorsey - Back (Out)
  • Robin Jansson - Foot (Out)
  • Tyrese Spicer - Foot (Out)

Score Prediction

The truth is that Orlando City have the upper hand. However, nobody can deny that Robert Lewandowski could rediscover his lethal finishing touch at any moment and finally start scoring the goals he has been struggling to find lately, something fans have been demanding from him for quite some time.

Score prediction: Chicago Fire 1-3 Orlando City

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