Match Preview

MATCH PREVIEW: Inter Miami CF Visits Chicago Fire FC in Midweek MLS Regular Season Action

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Inter Miami CF (12W-4L-7D, 43 points) faces a quick turnaround for midweek MLS regular season action, with the team heading to Chicago, Illinois to take on the Chicago Fire FC (11W-6L-5D, 38 points) this Wednesday, September 9. Kick off at Soldier Field is set for 8:30 p.m. ET.

Where to Watch

Fans around the world can tune in to the action live on Apple TV.

Past Match

Inter Miami hits the road for midweek regular season action after earning a point on Saturday night in a 2-2 draw at home against Atlanta United FC. Midfielder Casemiro and forward Luis Suárez scored the team’s goals in the match at Nu Stadium.

Inter Miami CF This Regular Season

Overall, Inter Miami has recorded 12 wins, four losses, and seven draws so far this MLS regular season for a total 42 points, and sits second in the Eastern Conference standings.

Messi, the reigning MLS Landon Donovan MVP Award and Golden Boot presented by Audi winner, leads the team in goals with 18 and is tied for the lead amongst the league's top scorers. Messi also leads Inter Miami in assists this regular season with 12, followed by midfielders Rodrigo De Paul and Telasco Segovia with 10 each.

Previously Against Chicago Fire FC

Wednesday's meeting will be the 12th between the sides in Club history. Inter Miami has previously recorded four wins, five losses, and two draws against the Chicago Fire. 

Inter Miami will aim to do the double over Chicago after securing a 3-2 win at home in July in the first 2026 MLS regular season meeting between them.

Scouting Chicago Fire FC 

Chicago Fire hosts Inter Miami currently on a six-match unbeaten eun (3W, 3D). In their past match, the Illinois-based side played out a 4-4 draw on the road against Toronto FC. In all, the Chicago Fire have recorded 11 wins, six losses, and five draws for a total 38 points and is third in the Eastern Conference.

Forward Maren Haile-Selassie has been the team's top contributors in attack this regular season with seven goals and eight assists so far. Additionally, summer signing Robert Lewandowski got his MLS career started with five goals and two assists in his first eight appearances.