Kickoff: 7:30 PM CT (8:30 PM ET)
Venue: Allianz Field, Saint Paul, Minnesota (Capacity: ~19,600)
Broadcast: MLS Season Pass on Apple TV
Weather Forecast (Saint Paul, MN)
Temperature: ~72°F (22°C) at kickoff, cooling into the mid-60s by full time
Conditions: Clear skies, light winds (5–7 mph)
Impact: Excellent playing conditions; no weather disruptions expected.
Injury Report
Minnesota United FC (2nd in West, 54 pts):
No major injuries reported, but squad rotation expected after a midweek U.S. Open Cup semifinal defeat to Austin FC.
Robin Lod – Fit, scored in the U.S. Open Cup quarterfinal vs. Chicago.
Kelvin Yeboah – Healthy, bagged a brace in that same match.
Chicago Fire FC (9th in East, 42 pts):
No significant injuries reported.
Brian Gutiérrez – Fit, continues to be the creative hub.
Xherdan Shaqiri – Available, though inconsistent this season.
Key Player Matchups
Robin Lod (MIN) vs. Chicago Midfield
Lod’s ability to drift into pockets and create chances will test Chicago’s defensive shape.
Kelvin Yeboah (MIN) vs. Chicago Backline
Yeboah’s pace and finishing were decisive in the Open Cup meeting; Fire must contain him.
Brian Gutiérrez (CHI) vs. Minnesota Midfield
Gutiérrez’s creativity and link-up play with Shaqiri could be Chicago’s best chance to unlock Minnesota’s defense.
Dayne St. Clair (MIN GK) vs. Chicago Attackers
St. Clair’s shot-stopping was crucial in the Open Cup; he’ll be tested again by Chicago’s counterattacks.
Recent Team Form
Minnesota United FC:
Last 5: W–W–L–W–L
Last match: 2–1 loss (AET) vs. Austin FC in U.S. Open Cup semifinal.
MLS: 3–1 win at San Diego last weekend, keeping them in the Supporters’ Shield race.
Trend: Strong in league play, but emotionally recovering from cup exit.
Chicago Fire FC:
Last 5: W–L–D–L–L
Last match: 3–1 loss vs. NYCFC at Soldier Field.
Trend: Inconsistent; playoff hopes alive but fragile.
Series History
All-time meetings: 8 total; Minnesota 4 wins, Chicago 3 wins, 1 draw.
Last meeting: June 2025 – Minnesota beat Chicago 3–1 in U.S. Open Cup quarterfinal (Lod + Yeboah brace).
Only draw: 2–2 in November 2020.
Betting Trends
Minnesota United:
3 wins in last 4 MLS matches.
Overs hit in 4 of last 5.
Strong home record at Allianz Field this season.
Chicago Fire:
2 losses in last 3.
Conceded 7 goals in last 3 matches.
Overs hit in 3 of last 5.
Head-to-Head: Minnesota unbeaten in last 2 vs. Chicago, including Open Cup win.
Historical Betting Results
Minnesota: Profitable ATS at home; bettors backing overs have cashed in 4 of last 5.
Chicago: Struggles ATS on the road; often concede multiple goals.
Trend: Both Teams to Score (BTTS) has hit in 3 of last 4 meetings.
MATCH ODDS
Minnesota United FC – 160 Draw + 280 Chicago Fire + 400
Over 2.5 – 150 Under 2.5 + 120
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, September 19, 2025
